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User’s manual FARO Laser Scanner LS

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© 2007 FARO Scanner Production

Without battery pack

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Ensure that the connector box is switched off (red button pressed).

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Insert the straight connector of the blue data and power cable into the
connector box.

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Insert Ethernet cable into PC port as specified by PC manufacturer and into
the connector box. If the Ethernet connection does not work, an Ethernet
switch and two ordinary Ethernet cables might have to be put between PC and
connector box.

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Check that the power supply unit is switched off and unplugged. Connect
power supply cable to the connector box; connect power cable into an
approved power supply source.

With battery pack

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Ensure that the Battery pack is switched off.

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Insert the straight connector of the blue data and power cable into the battery
pack.

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Insert Ethernet cable into PC port as specified by PC manufacturer and into
the battery pack. If the Ethernet connection does not work, an Ethernet switch
and two ordinary Ethernet cables might have to be put between PC and
battery pack.

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Summary of Contents for ls 420 he

Page 1: ...FARO Laser Scanner LS 420HE 840HE 880HE User s Manual ...

Page 2: ...IALS AVAILABLE SOLELY ON AN AS IS BASIS IN NO EVENT SHALL FARO TECHNOLOGIES INC BE LIABLE TO ANYONE FOR SPECIAL COLLATERAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH OR ARISING OUT OF THE PURCHASE OR USE OF FARO LASER SCANNER LS OR ITS MATERIALS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE LIABILITY TO FARO TECHNOLOGIES INC REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF ACTION SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE MATERIAL...

Page 3: ...tep 7 Establishing an Ethernet connection to the scanner 15 4 3 Starting a scan 17 4 3 1 Step 8 Unlocking the laser 17 4 3 2 Step 9 Scanning 17 4 3 3 Step 10 Shutting down the scanner 17 5 Shutdown of the FARO Laser Scanner LS 18 6 The Software FARO Record 19 6 1 Installation 19 6 2 License 19 6 3 The scan bar 20 6 3 1 Scanner Parameter 20 6 3 2 Scanner Settings 26 6 3 3 Scanner Selection 26 6 4 T...

Page 4: ... Page 43 8 5 Viewing scans 43 8 6 Auxiliary Files in the Scans Network Drive 45 9 Cleaning Instructions for optics 46 9 1 Slightly contaminated mirror 47 9 2 Greatly contaminated mirror 47 9 3 Cleaning the receiver lens 48 9 4 Suppliers 48 10 Appendix 49 10 1 FARO Laser Scanner LS error messages 49 10 2 FARO Laser Scanner LS data and power cable 49 11 Product Environmental Information 51 ...

Page 5: ...resolution high speed modularity A list of possible applications can be found on the FARO webpage http www faro com This manual provides an introduction to the FARO Laser Scanner LS As a minimum requirement read at least the safety information and the step by step guide before using the scanner Faro Scanner Production GmbH Lingwiesenstraße 11 2 D 70825 Korntal Münchingen Tel 49 0 7150 9797400 Fax ...

Page 6: ... supplied or recommended by FARO Servicing and repair must only be done by qualified service personnel authorized by FARO Unplug this product from the power outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions o The power supply cord or plug is damaged o The product has been exposed to rain or water or other liquids o The product has been dropped or damaged in a...

Page 7: ... This product may be equipped with a three wire grounding type plug a plug having a third grounding pin This plug will only fit into a grounding type power outlet This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician to replace your outlet and not the plug 2 3 Laser Safety CAUTION This product employs a laser system To prevent direct exposure to the...

Page 8: ...r hazard distance NOHD The eye safety distance is dependent on the requested resolution see chapter 6 3 1 2 and on the laser power Personnel working in distances shorter than the eye safety distance must wear laser safety glasses Prevent people without laser safety glasses from entering this area e g by using a safety fence HE20 20 mW 785 nm Max Pulse 0 0042 sec CLASS 3R LASER PRODUCT ...

Page 9: ... with special care Never move the cart by pulling at the data or power cables Pushing or pulling of the cart with too much force sudden stops or an uneven surface can cause an upset of the scanner The scanner is rotating clockwise up to 360 degrees when performing a scan Ensure that the case of the scanner can rotate freely and does not hit any objects during the scan While scanning and for a shor...

Page 10: ...his product is available as listed below Scanner carry case FARO Laser Scanner LS 420HE 840HE 880HE Laser lock key Scanner data and power cable Scanner connector box Power supply unit with cable Ethernet cable Tribrach CD with FARO Record software User s manual Battery pack optional Tripod optional Retain all packing material as you may require them at a later stage ...

Page 11: ...nd and lock all legs of the tripod Check that the tripod adjustment arrangements have been locked and that the legs are of even length Ensure that the surface is stable that the tripod feet are secured and that the tripod is firm in its position Fig 4 Tripod 4 1 2 Step 2 Attaching the Tripod Head Open the locking screw of the tripod head and remove it from the tripod Screw the tripod head to the b...

Page 12: ... any signs of damage or distortion Check mirror for damage due to scratches cracks distortion and inspect for cleanliness Place the scanner on the tripod Once in position lock the scanner into place by using the tripod s head locking screw Test that the scanner is correctly locked in place by gently attempting to lift it from the tripod Fig 6 Scanner on tripod ...

Page 13: ...ction scheme Insert the 90 bend connector of the blue data and power cable into the scanner Fig 8 Insert 90 bend connector into scanner Attach the blue data and power cable to one of the legs of the tripod Fig 9 Blue data and power cable at tripod leg Connector box Power supply Data and power cable or Ethernet cable Battery pack ...

Page 14: ...hernet cables might have to be put between PC and connector box Check that the power supply unit is switched off and unplugged Connect power supply cable to the connector box connect power cable into an approved power supply source With battery pack Ensure that the Battery pack is switched off Insert the straight connector of the blue data and power cable into the battery pack Insert Ethernet cabl...

Page 15: ...e Motor LED will stop flashing and remain green 4 2 Installing and using the software 4 2 1 Step 6 Software installation If FARO Record is not already installed on your PC insert the CD supplied with the scanner and follow the installation instructions on the screen 4 2 2 Step 7 Establishing an Ethernet connection to the scanner Run FARO Record and click on the symbol to select your scanner by a l...

Page 16: ...the option Use the following IP address and providing a valid IP address and subnet mask Fig 12 TCP IP Properties If the scanner selection dialog shows a net incompatibility you have to change the IP address of the scanner remotely Select the command Set IP address form the scanner s context menu as shown in Fig 13 Fig 13 Net incompatibility problems Change the IP address of the scanner to an addr...

Page 17: ... symbol Start Scan in FARO Record or by pressing the Start button on the scanner The software might ask for a name and a place for saving the scan After this the scan starts and a progress bar will be displayed In the very first scan after the scanner has been switched on the scanner starts turning counterclockwise for a brief moment Then it stops and starts scanning in clockwise motion All consec...

Page 18: ... has disappeared and the shut down cycle is complete Fig 15 FARO Record shutdown message Alternatively you can use the button on the scanner to shut down the scanner Press the On Off button on the scanner for at least 5 seconds Wait until the shutdown cycle is complete and the green Motor and PC LEDs are switched off Once the scanner has been completely shut down the external PC may be shut down a...

Page 19: ...pplied with the scanner select the product and follow the installation instructions on the screen An installation wizard will guide you during installation You must belong to the group of administrators or power users to install the software 6 2 License After the trial period you need a license to use FARO Record If you change your hardware or if you want to use FARO Record on a different computer...

Page 20: ...ay of scanner information Settings Opens a dialog box for visualization and memory parameters Select Scanner Opens a dialog box for setting the connection with the scanner 6 3 1 Scanner Parameter 6 3 1 1 General Get Updates the values of the scanner parameter window by getting the actual values from the scanner Apply Sends the values specified in the scanner parameter dialog to the scanner The sca...

Page 21: ...level Size Shows the size of the scan in points Horizontal x Vertical The vertical size may only be changed by setting a new resolution or by changing the scan area angle It is recommended to leave the horizontal size untouched in order to get a 1 1 points ratio Dependent on the resolution selected and on the laser power a minimum distance has to be observed to prevent eye damage if the laser beam...

Page 22: ...er scan session Path on Scanner This is the file path to store the scans directly on the scanner Path on Operating PC The file path to store scans on the Operating PC Free Space on Operating PC the free disk space on the Operating PC File Info Additional file info Storage Mode There are three storage modes Automatic The scan is saved to the device where the scan was started Scanner The scan is sav...

Page 23: ...rea within the factory project to be scanned Info Any additional information required for the project e g contact person or areas of focus in the project Min Reflection the minimum reflection value Only brighter scan points are recorded 6 3 1 5 Operator Name Contains the name of the scanner operator Company The name of the company providing the scanning service Info Any additional information requ...

Page 24: ...scanner 6 3 1 7 Scanner Settings Dist Offset Contains the distance offset value This value is applied to the distance measurement to adjust for the scanner s physical characteristics Dist Factor This value is applied to the distance measurement to adjust for the environments physical characteristics Trigger Offs Synchronizes the firing of the laser with the mirror motor Mirror Adj An angular measu...

Page 25: ...ng your prepaid account see chapter 6 4 6 3 1 9 Camera Only applicable with camera color option installed Camera Mount select the camera mount that you have Non winding is the old fixed type No parallax is the new mount with the sliding mechanism Camera Orientation select the camera orientation that you have chosen when hooking the camera to the camera mount Exposure Manual You can set exposure ti...

Page 26: ...The scanner is connected to the operating PC Busy Line The scanner is connected to a different PC Net Incompatibility The scanner is located in a different network The IP address of the scanner has to be changed in order to be able to connect to the scanner Actions right click on the scanner s name will open the context menu Connect Establish a connection with the scanner Break and Connect Allows ...

Page 27: ...anner see chapter 5 About Displays the version of the FARO Scanner Control Recharging your prepaid account Prepaid Manager Opens the dialog box to send a prepaid key to the scanner If the key is valid and the scanner is a prepaid scanner the number of remaining scans will be incremented You can check the number of remaining scans in the Scanner Parameter Prepaid Account information see chapter 6 3...

Page 28: ...bar The operating PC is not connected to a scanner A connection is being established or is currently interrupted A connection between operating PC and scanner is established The connection can be ended by double clicking on this icon The scanner is ready for a scan Status messages ...

Page 29: ...l pictures are taken 7 1 Initial Setup of the camera Before you can use the digital camera you have to ready the camera Have a look at the Nikon D200 quick start guide and perform the following steps Charge the battery Insert the battery Choose a language and set the clock Attach the lens Insert the memory card Format the memory card Be sure to do this at least 2 hours before you want to use the c...

Page 30: ... Production Set the shooting mode to S Select M mode Set image quality to RAW Set white balancing to K Rotate the focus mode selector to M Have a look at The Nikon Guide to Digital Photography with the D200 to perform the following Set the USB option to PTP ...

Page 31: ...ur panoramic environment probably contains a lot of different light sources which would cause a different white balance on each picture Make some test images to check the white balance setting Turn the camera off and connect the USB cable to the camera Now prepare the scanner and hook up the camera Put the camera mount on the mirror module of the scanner Either use horizontal orientation of the ca...

Page 32: ... Record and connect to the scanner as usual Open the camera tab of the scanner parameter dialog and adjust the camera parameters according to chapter 6 3 1 9 Make sure that the correct camera mount and camera orientation is selected If you are using the new non parallax camera mount with the sliding mechanism make sure that the camera is now in its parking position over the mirror module and the s...

Page 33: ... to turn to 360 and determine additional exposure settings At the end of the full turn it will calculate a balanced exposure setting If you are using the new non parallax camera mount with the sliding mechanism you are now asked to move the camera into its operating position over the mirror itself and to wind down the scanner If you are using the new FARO carbon fibre tripod set as shown in the pi...

Page 34: ...are stored within the scan and can be seen in the structure view Fig 20 Scan with pictures Select the command Apply Pictures in the context menu of the scan This will first load the scan and all its pictures Then it will remove any distortions from the pictures Finally it will add the color information to the scan points Please don t forget to check the setting of Save modified scan points in the ...

Page 35: ...w opera com for smooth operation 8 1 Setting up the WLAN connection 8 1 1 FARO LaserScanner LS Attention Use the blue data and power cable with the bend connector Plug the Fritz WLAN USB stick into one of the USB ports of the scanner Please note that you can only use the Fritz WLAN USB stick to establish a WLAN connection to the scanner Fig 21 WLAN Stick in the USB port The WLAN of the scanner is ...

Page 36: ...ngs Fig 23 System information of the scanner s networks You ll need the WLAN IP address the WLAN subnet mask and the WEP key when setting up your PDA 8 1 2 PDA Please consult the user manual of your PDA on how to setup its WLAN connection In general in order to configure the WLAN connection you have to open the configuration dialog of the network adapters Start Settings Network Cards ...

Page 37: ...change the last number For example if the scanner has 172 16 15 97 you can enter 172 16 15 90 here The WLAN subnet mask should be the same as the one of the Laser Scanner LS Fig 25 WLAN IP address On some PDA s you may have to explicitly switch on the WLAN connection for example by clicking on the earth globe as seen in the lower right corner in the following figure In addition some PDA s may requ...

Page 38: ...Opera as described below Open Opera on your PDA select Menu then Display and activate Desktop It is also recommended to change the orientation to the Landscape Please also notice the option Full Screen which you can activate to maximize the usable screen area for FARO Record mobile To return from Full Screen hold the pen down on the screen until a context menu appears and click on Full Screen agai...

Page 39: ...canner s WLAN IP address into the address bar Fig 29 Connecting to a scanner by its WLAN IP address If you set up WLAN connection properly and the scanner has FARO Record mobile installed you should now see the Scan page of FARO Record mobile Please notice that the Full Screen mode was turned on as described in the beginning of this chapter Fig 30 FAR Record mobile Scan page ...

Page 40: ...scribed in their displayed order 8 4 1 Scan Page On the Scan page you can actually start the scanning process stop it observe scanning progress and see status messages If the scanner is ready to scan its status is Ready You can start scanning by pressing the Start Scan button While scanning you can observe the scan progress bar Fig 31 Observing scan progress When the scan is completed the status o...

Page 41: ... 1 1 ratio between rows and columns It is recommended to use this only in special circumstances Min Reflection Will filter out scan points with reflection value lower than given here Eye Safety Dist This eye safety distance gives the radius of safe operating area known from FARO Record Please note that the eye safety distance is calculated only after pressing the Apply button 8 4 3 Color Page Fig ...

Page 42: ...he settings on tab Camera in the Scanner Parameter dialog in FARO Record 8 4 4 Project Page Fig 34 Project Page Settings on this page correspond to settings on tab Operation in the Scanner Parameter dialog in FARO Record see chapter 6 3 1 4 8 4 5 Operator Page Fig 35 Operator Page Settings on this page correspond to settings on tab Operator in the Scanner Parameter dialog in FARO Record see chapte...

Page 43: ...ate and time of creation a download link and a delete link By clicking on scan s name you will see the scan image see also chapter 8 5 By clicking on download link you will be prompted to save the actual scan file Avoid saving scan files on the PDA s own memory because this would consume most of PDA s memory and you would get unexpected failures But if you have a CF Compact Flash or a SD Secure Di...

Page 44: ...screen so you can see the whole scan at once Full Size This will display the whole scan image without special screen fitting The navigation links are not displayed in this mode to maximize viewing area To get back from this mode use the Back button of your web browser The back button of Opera is the green arrow in the left top corner Grey and Color links These links switch between regular scan ima...

Page 45: ...ary Files in the Scans Network Drive There are auxiliary files in the scans network drive of the scanner for each scan These files are needed for FARO Record mobile in order to display the scan images They are not needed for processing the scans with FARO Scene If you want to delete scan files from the scans network drive with the help of the Windows Explorer please make sure to delete these auxil...

Page 46: ... the hazardous materials acetone and isopropanol the optics should be cleaned in a cleaning box with air exhaust flowbox or mask ATTENTION Before cleaning the mirror optics cover the lens with a cap and avoid any contact with the lens Even small amounts of acetone on the lens may result in dullness of the lens surface or cracks in the lens body In the event acetone accidentally comes in contact wi...

Page 47: ...panol Starting at the edge of the mirror apply light pressure and wipe across the mirror into one direction Repeat until the mirror surface is clean Use a clean area of the lens tissue fold used lens tissue accordingly or new lens tissue for each wipe 9 2 Greatly contaminated mirror Folding laboratory cloths Take several individual laboratory cloths out of the package and fold twice Set onto an oi...

Page 48: ...oid unnecessary damage or wear only clean optics when the degree of contamination requires cleaning for proper function Major contamination and improper handling to clean optics may impact the scanning quality Self caused damages can result in a complete replacement of the part at the expense of the customer 9 4 Suppliers Thorlabs Inc http www thorlabs com Edmund Optics http www edmundoptics com G...

Page 49: ...dn t find its zero index Internal Error Invalid parameter The scanner parameters are inconsistent Failed to open communication line to scanner The communication with the sensor module couldn t be established Distance measurement tolerance exceeded The white reference area on the base gave inconsistent measurements Please check cleanliness of reference area mirror and lenses Timeout Line sync signa...

Page 50: ... Laser Scanner LS 50 2007 FARO Scanner Production Fig 42 Data and power cable pin assignment 1 3 4 5 6 8 7 2 Soldering Side View 1 24 V 2 24 V 3 GND 4 GND 5 LAN1 orange white 6 LAN2 orange 7 LAN3 green white 8 LAN4 green ...

Page 51: ...tal responsibilities for managing WEEE In so doing FARO is providing the following to inform its customers about the WEEE collection process In order to avoid any potential dissemination of hazardous substances into the environment FARO has labeled this product with the WEEE symbol see below in order to alert the end user that it should be disposed of within the proper waste management system That...

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