Problems Using Builder's Maps with Terra?

[+blandestk]

I'm trying to add lat/lon for zones in the Wherigo Builder, but when I try to capture using the maps, I get an error:'

 

There was an error using TerraServer did not recognize the value of HTTP Header SOAPAction: http://terraservice-usa.com/GetAreaFromPt.

 

Is this because of the shift away from Google Maps? Or is there something I can do to remedy the situation?

[Ranger Fox]

It has been like this for some time; it's nothing new. My guess is TerraServer changed the way their API is called. Groundspeak hasn't updated their Wherigo Builder in four years.

[gpezzuto]

It has been like this for some time; it's nothing new. My guess is TerraServer changed the way their API is called. Groundspeak hasn't updated their Wherigo Builder in four years.

 

Will they update it? how long? any knows?

[Ranger Fox]

Groundspeak was supposed to be fixing the Google Maps within their builder. Seeing as how I haven't heard of an update from them, I don't even want to bring up the issue with TerraServer.

[Geo-Magician]

Look closely at RangerFox's signature. It has several alternative (tolerated) builders that should give you better results. Earwigo comes with full map support and I think Urwigo as well (I use Earwigo so can't be sure about Urwigo). I have never tried the fox's own kit but you should have a look at it as well.

[Ranger Fox]

Let me answer the question of "will they update it" by telling you a few of my recent experiences.

 

In April 2012, I approached Groundspeak with the completion code issue. I provided several alternatives, one of them being something that would not jeopardize any existing code or operations. This issue has yet to be resolved, though I still mention it.

 

In late January 2013, Groundspeak's builder application experienced its Google Maps API key problem. I came out with a temporary fix and immediately alerted Groundspeak (in that order). I was assured this was something of importance and they'd come out with an updated version of the builder to address this problem. It's May and I haven't heard of any such update just yet. If I ever get my hands on the builder's source code, I hope to learn why.

 

Now, the TerraServer problem has existed for a few years. What are the odds this will be fixed? I'm doing the best I can with what I have.