The sample datasets are available for download as a RapidEye Ortho Product (level 3A) and RapidEye Basic Product (level 1B). The RapidEye Ortho Product (level 3A) offers the highest level of processing available for the RapidEye Standard Image Products. These images have not only been radiometrically corrected, but also have been orthorectified using Ground Control Points and a DTED level 1 SRTM DEM (digital elevation model) or better. The RapidEye Basic Product (level 1B) has radiometric and sensor corrections applied to the data. The sample datasets include a metadata file, giving the user information about the image such as the acquisition date and time, file format, product level and locational coordinates. The datasets can be downloaded instantly as a zip-file from the RapidEye website: http://www.rapideye.de/demo-products. Detailed technical information about RapidEye Standard Image Products can be found in the RaidEye Standard Image Product Specifications document, located at www.rapideye.de/upload/documents/RE_Product_Specifications.pdf.
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The sample datasets are available for download as a RapidEye Ortho Product (level 3A) and RapidEye Basic Product (level 1B). The RapidEye Ortho Product (level 3A) offers the highest level of processing available for the RapidEye Standard Image Products. These images have not only been radiometrically corrected, but also have been orthorectified using Ground Control Points and a DTED level 1 SRTM DEM (digital elevation model) or better. The RapidEye Basic Product (level 1B) has radiometric and sensor corrections applied to the data. The sample datasets include a metadata file, giving the user information about the image such as the acquisition date and time, file format, product level and locational coordinates. The datasets can be downloaded instantly as a zip-file from the RapidEye website: http://www.rapideye.de/demo-products. Detailed technical information about RapidEye Standard Image Products can be found in the RaidEye Standard Image Product Specifications document, located at www.rapideye.de/upload/documents/RE_Product_Specifications.pdf.

