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Color Option
With the color option, you can take scans in which each scan point has not
only its 3D information, but also color value associated with it.
Fig.38 Scans with color
This is done by combining the ordinary scanner with a digital camera. The
digital camera is hooked onto the scanner and controlled by the scanner
software. When a color scan is taken, the scanner first performs a normal
scan and determines a balanced exposure setting. Finally in another turn the
digital pictures are taken.
7.1
Initial Setup of the camera
Before you can use the digital camera, you have to ready the camera.
Depending on the camera you own, have a look at the Nikon D200 or Nikon
D300 quick start guide and perform the following steps:
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Charge the battery.
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Insert the battery.
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Choose a language and set the clock.
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Attach the lens (AF Fisheye Nikkor 10.5mm 1:2.8G lens).
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Insert the memory card.
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Format the memory card.
Be sure to do this at least 2 hours before you want to use the camera, as
charging an exhausted battery takes some time.
7.2
Setup before scanning
The first time you want to use the camera for scanning, you have to change
certain settings of the camera. It is recommended to check these settings
each time before you use the camera again.
