You can also set a viewing angle by going to the <Inspect> <Measure> tab from the top menu (ruler like
icon) and selecting a view angle (0 to 67), and an orbit angle (0 to 360 degrees).
Setting the height
The magnification of a part depends on how close it is to the x-ray tube. Parts on the top of your sample
will appear smaller than those on the bottom. As many parts of differing heights may be visible at any
time the machine needs to know the height of the part of interest, to correctly measure sizes, calibrate the
ruler below the image and also to ensure that the area of interest stays in the field of view while viewing
at an angle.
To set the part height -
a) Use lower magnification and ensure the item of interest is clearly visible.
b) Click the “Set Height” button.
c) Find a feature at the height required that will be clearly visible from all angles, preferably a vertical or
corner feature.
d) Left click as precisely as possible on this point.
e) The machine will gradually increase the angle of view asking for a confirming click each time on the
part.
f) On the final (
seventh
) click the machine will have calculated the height of the part.
The height is now set, and will be valid for any part at the same height.
Setting an orbit
The system allows for a live view while the detector orbits around your point of interest at a set oblique
angle.
1. Select the desired oblique angle.
2. Select the direction of orbit.
3. Select the orbit speed, 1 = slowest to 9 = fastest.
Now click the orbit button to start and stop orbiting. Note during orbiting most of the system controls
will be disabled.
Labeling the Image
Select the “Annotate” tab, under <Inspect> in the top Menu.
To highlight a point of interest left click on the pin icon and drag it onto the image.
To delete the arrow just click the pin symbol again.
You can choose the direction of the arrows and add up to 9 callouts to an image before saving it.
Saving the Image
Press the “Save image with call-outs” button.
