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Convert VICAR to CAL
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Video Image Communication and Retrieval (.vicar)

The VICAR (Video Image Communication and Retrieval) file extension is a specialized raster image format developed by NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in 1966 to manage and process imaging data from unmanned planetary missions. It supports multi-dimensional scientific data, including spectroscopic, hyperspectral, and radar imagery, making it suitable for space exploration, biomedical imaging, and geological studies. The format includes metadata for data integrity and usability, and the software system is now open-source.

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Continuous Acquisition and Life-cycle Support Type 1 Image (.cal)

The CAL file extension, known as CALS (Continuous Acquisition and Life-cycle Support) Type 1 Image, is a 1-bit black-and-white raster image format developed by the U.S. Department of Defense in the mid-1980s to standardize graphics data interchange for military documentation. It is primarily used for storing and sharing monochrome images while retaining orientation metadata. The format supports both uncompressed and compressed (using CCITT Group 4 compression) images.

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How to convert VICAR to CAL?

  1. Upload VICAR File

    Start uploading a VICAR image by clicking the Choose File button or drag & dropping your VICAR file.

  2. Select VICAR Tools

    To customize VICAR to CAL conversion, use the available tools before clicking the Convert button.

  3. Download Your CAL

    Let the file convert, then you can download your CAL file right afterward.

Convert VICAR to CAL

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change VICAR format to CAL?

To change VICAR format to CAL, upload your VICAR file to proceed to the preview page. Use any available tools if you want to edit and manipulate your VICAR file. Click on the convert button and wait for the convert to complete. Download the converted CAL file afterward.

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Convert VICAR to CAL on macOS

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your macOS system.

  1. Open macOS Terminal.
  2. Either cd to VICAR file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your VICAR_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert VICAR_INPUT_FILE --to cal

Convert VICAR to CAL on Windows

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Windows system.

  1. Open Command Prompt or Windows PowerShell.
  2. Either cd to VICAR file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your VICAR_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert VICAR_INPUT_FILE --to cal

Convert VICAR to CAL on Linux

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Linux system.

  1. Open Linux Terminal.
  2. Either cd to VICAR file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your VICAR_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert VICAR_INPUT_FILE --to cal

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