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1. Lx Cursor 39 8 19 3 67 9 Center 0 2 1 8 53 0 Size 90 9 88 3 106 0 mm Ready Cut at plane m Cut plane operation Move Rotate Peset r Operation after cutting I Fill cut plane Preview Run Dialog box 4 Editing Scanning Results 49 4 3 Basic Operations for Objects Using the Front window let s try shifting the cut surface to the left then carry out cut ting 1 Drag the cut surface to move it to the left The apple is divided into two parts However its still looks like a single object Untitled 3D Editor File Edit Yiew Select Help Dee xo AR Al GS AGS MMR ETF IE Olle 9 When you have decided on the cut location click Run Cursor 39 8 19 3 67 9 Center 0 2 1 8 53 0 Size 90 9 88 3 106 0 mm Cut at plane r Eut plane operation 9 Move Rotate Reset r Operation after cutting I Fill cut plane New objects with names like Cut 0 and Cut 1 appear in the Object List Let s try separating the two objects When you re done with the operation right click to quit the Move Object mode u Untitled 3D Editor Edit Yiew Select Help xo a pla A DEMO es a O Click the Select Object button Click the Move Object button Untitled 3D Editor File Edit View Select Help Dee xo gh EEEE CEEC AOE ERLER Top Cut At Plane Perspective Cur
2. Computer amp CDROM Disk drives Display adapters 2 Floppy disk controllers 2 Hard disk controllers 3 Keyboard Monitors 9 Mouse BH Network adapters A 0G E 1 Click LPX 60 Ar Zal System devices Universal Serial Bus controllers C PDO 2 Click OK Confirm Device Removal oy LPx 60 Warning You are about to remove this device from your system 3 Click OK 4 Close the Device Manager dialog box and click OK 5 Detach the USB cable connected to the comput er 6 Restart Windows 7 Redo installation from the beginning Goto 2 4 Installing and Setting Up the Software see Installing the Driver 5 What to Do If 55 5 2 When Moving the Machine When you move the machine to another location you secure the table and the head in place Procedure Make sure the power to the machine is turned off then detach the AC adapter the USB cable and the power cord Remove the AC adapter holder and the head retainer Use the removed screws to secure the head retainer and the head in place Head retainer Y screws AC adaptor holder un A The back of the machine gt Y screws Open the door then move the head to the location shown in the figure below gt Be sure to use the handle when opening the door gt Needless
3. 4 Editing Scanning Results 47 4 3 Basic Operations for Objects This section describes the windows in 3D Editor and how to perform simple editing using the program How to View the 3D Editor Window The 3D Editor window is composed of panels that display the object from four different perspectives at the same time You can carry out editing tasks using any one of these views Perspective You use this when you want to view the overall shape Top This is a view of the object seen from directly above You can move in all three directions X Y and Z but it You use it at times such as when you want to move does not let you gauge the direction or distance of such only in the X or Y direction Z direction movement is movement with any accuracy not possible This indicates the X Y and Z orientation f Center 0 2 1 8 53 0 Size 90 9 88 3 106 0 N Front Side This is a view of the object seen from directly in front This is a view of the object seen directly from the side You use it at times such as when you want to move You use it at times such as when you want to move only in the X or Z direction Y direction movement is only in the Y or Z direction X direction movement is not possible not possible Imported objects appear in the Object List You can perform tasks such as displaying only the objects you want to view and deleting unneeded objects Object List a p Plane 7 Group name This is a c
4. ENE F ICH E NS Acrobat O Select Drivers Lpx 60 O Select Specify a Click Browse Click OK location Execute installation of the driver Add New Hardware Wizard Add New Hardware Wizard Clicking Next starts installing Add New Hardware a 3 j CI ick Fi n ish ST Installation is executed automatically 43 m N 7 7 4 This completes the installation of the driver 2 Preparing the Machine 25 2 4 Installing and Setting Up the Software Installing the Programs Install the following programs Dr PICZA3 This program enables you to perform scanning using the machine 3D Editor This program enables you to edit scanned 3D data Procedure of 3 Roland Software Package Make sure the window shown in the figure is displayed elickhere here Step 1 Click the drop down arrow for Click here and choose the model name 3 To view the description of a program clickthe i button When a checkbox is not selected setup is not performed for the corresponding program z Step 2 Click Install E f E Go to Roland DG Corporation Homepage Roland Software Package Follow the on screen instructions to start installation and Roland Roland Software ti for PICZA MODELA CAMM 2 CAMM 3 GE Clicking the button starts installing Step 1 Click the drop down arrow for Click here and choose the model name Clic
5. Storing the Head Retainer and Screws You can store the head retainer and the screws X and Y at locations designated for each Store the X screws that secured the table in place at the location the figure below X screws i P Am 0 COC IN G y C Use two Y screws to attach the head retainer and two more to attach the AC adapter holder Store the remaining two screws by screwing them into the screw holes shown in the figure See 2 3 Connecting the Cables Store the head retainer by attaching it to the back of the machine as shown in the figure e O e en an Y screws AR gt 4 The back of the machine 2 Preparing the Machine 17 Cable clamps Peel off the double sided tape and attach 18 2 3 Connecting the Cables When you connect the cables to the machine use the included cable clamps and AC adapter holder Attaching the Cable Clamps and the AC Adapter Holder Attach the cable clamps and the AC adapter holder to the back of the machine AC adaptor holder Use two Y screws Y screws Connecting the Cables NWARNING NWARNING WARNING NWARNING NWARNING Do not use with any electrical power supply that does not meet the ratings dis played on the AC adapter Use with any other power supply may lead to fire or electrocution Never use any AC adapter and power cord other than the AC adapter and power cord included w
6. The right to keep the Software and the backup copy of the Software continues to belong to the Company but the right to the media on which the backup copy of the Software is recorded does not belong to the Company 4 Forbidden items 1 This copy of the Software or a backup copy of the Software must not be used on multiple computers at the same time on a network the Internet or on other computers through any other means of distribution 2 The Software shall not be reverse engineered decompiled or reverse assembled 3 The rights to the Software cannot be transferred assigned lent loaned or licensed to a third party in any case regardless of whether this Agreement has been terminated or cancelled 5 Termination 1 The Company can cancel this Agreement and require you to discontinue use of the Software if you breach any provision of this Agreement or if you infringe on the ownership copyright or other intellectual property rights of the Company 2 This Agreement shall be automatically terminated when you stop using the Software 3 If this Agreement is terminated or cancelled you must return your copy of the Software to the Company or discard it as soon as practicable at your own expense 6 Guarantee 1 The Company shall not guarantee that the quality or functionality of the Software will satisfy any purpose that you may have in mind 2 The Company shall not accept any responsibility for the results obtained from usi
7. E 15 Height O mi mar mm FT Am sen Width Offset Amount Gen le sae le 00 cm joo mm gt l k gt le 00 254 0 mm m m _ Preview review ca n En 2 Ange Herd fection Width direcuw Pitch Pitch Required Memory 182 073 MBytes fo lt mm po lt mm Estimated Scan Time i a en 3 po 2 deg Height direction Width direction Pitch Pitch Required Memory 182 073 MBytes fro mm 1 0 mm Estimated Scan Time min 2 Scan Cancel Preview in progress 34 e Object whose shape is close to a sphere or cylinder J anning method e Object with little unevenness The height of the scanning area is setting automatically at this time The general shape of the object to be scanned is displayed gt le al le 100 254 0 mm m m Angle roage a Here direction Width direction Pitch Pitch Required Memory 49 183 MBytes fio E mm fio El mm Estimated Scan Time min 2 Cancel After preview has finished 3 3 Performing Scanning While viewing the preview make the following settings then start scanning Scanning pitch Using a fine setting can reproduce details more accurately but the amount of memory required increases and scan ning takes longer time Scanning area Specify the minimum area that allows the entire object to be scanned thereby speeding up s
8. 3 4 Finishing the Data Procedure You perform rescanning using the following procedure The windows shown are those for plane rescanning First scan the entire object Choose a scanning mode according to the shape of the scan object From this point on never open the door until rescanning ends Doing so switches off the power Scanning cannot be resumed when you then switch on the power again Point Shortening the Scanning Time by Performing Basic Scanning at a Coarse Pitch You can speed up operations during basic scanning by scanning at a coarse pitch For line scanning and point scanning in particular it is a good idea to scan at the minimum pitch necessary to get the general shape See 4 Editing Scanning Results Using 3D Editor 2 E A Cle Rescan E Rotary Line segment Scan Plane Line segment Scan E Point Scan When the scan of the entire object finished click the El button to choose the method you want to use for rescanning Untitled Dr PICZA3 File Edit View Select Help T oo Bara ED Drag to specify the rescanning area MAR MD A AM tae EO You can specify more than one rescanning area Point Shortcut Keys for Shifting the Perspective e To Rotate the Object Y x Hold down the SPACE key and drag Specify the area en perform scanning The last range specified can be cance e To Move the Object SPACE key drag left or right to shift
9. Hold down the Ctrl key and drag the perspective e To expand and reduce the Object Hold down the shift key and drag Untitled Dr PICZA3 File Edit View Select Help Daun Ara Bi QAR MD HS BF Quie eoe ED In addition to these shortcuts you can also shift the perspec tive using the arrow keys Delineating Areas That Need Rescanning You can remove improper surfaces that shouldn t exist and clearly delineate areas that need to be rescanned Before you specify a rescanning area clicking the button displays the Delete Abnormal Faces dialog box Running this command deletes for example the abnormal surface produced on the handle of the cup shown in the figure at right Specify the area then perform scanning The last range specified can be cance Drag to specify the rescanning area For detailed information about this refer to the online help for Dr PICZA3 40 3 Creating 3D Data 3 4 Finishing the Data Untitled Dr PICZA3 File Edit View Select Help psuc Bee ER a A HD G at AS Untitled Dr PICZA3 File Edit Yiew Select Help ax ose Rena EB of A He DG tt AR QuS Specified rescanning area SCAN Rescanning area Required Memory 31 181 MBytes mm Estimated Scan Time 8 min 2 Cancel These set scan This executes rescanning ning pitch Click the button The mode for specifyin
10. Never damage the power cord or pull it with force Doing so may tear the cord s insulation caus ing an electrical short and resulting in electrical shock electrocution or fire Never place any object on the power cord bend the power cord using excessive force or allow the power cord to become deformed If it becomes deformed the deformed location may grow hot and cause fire WARNING E S When unplugging the electrical power cord from the power outlet grasp the plug not the cord Unplugging by pulling the cord may damage it leading to fire electrical shock or electro cution When not in use for several hours unplug the power cord plug from the electrical outlet Failure to do so may result in danger of electrical shock electrocution or fire due to deterioration of electrical insulation Never operate the machine or insert or remove its power plug with wet hands Doing so may result in electrical shock or electrocution In the event of an abnormal state such as smoke or sparks odor or burning or unusual noise immediately unplug the power cord Failure to do so may result in fire electrical shock or electrocution Immediately discon nect the power cord and contact your autho rized Roland DG Corp dealer Never insert metal objects flammable objects or any other foreign object into in terior areas other than the top of the table Also do not place water or other liquids
11. Player 4 Y roo QU Rolend moves Roland PICEA Uninstal From the Start menu choose All programs or Programs then Roland m Startup Or E Dr PICZA3 then Dr PICZA3 x Internet Explorer 33 Windows Messenger WO MSN Explorer 9 Outlook Express Tour Windows XP 7 Remote Assistance windows Media Player CNT TTT 38 Windows Messenger A Log Off g Turn Off Computer Untitled Dr PICZA3 File Edit View Select Help De alo gt a sr 1 E _ Click one of these buttons Click the scanning method th e scan O bj e ct i otary Scanning The Scan dialog box appears Choose the scanning mode that matches the shape of a pe be beso te fat aa raei en The Settings for Scanning dialog box appears evenness pe of the object so normally you choose this Choose rotary scanning Qi Hint If you are not sure about the scanning area or pitch go to the following window for making scanning settings and click Preview e O t h ero bj ec t Close j Choose plane scanning You normally choose plane scanning which has little restrictions as to shape Click the _ e 1 button The preview starts From this point on never open the door until scanning ends Doing so switches offthe power Scanning cannot be resumed when you then switch on the power again Settings for Scanning Lf A Settings for Scanning h Surfacesto Scan 4 y Sr Bee ch Surface Scanning BS Each Surface
12. Untitled 3D Editor File Edit View Select Help ho o Da UN E RON E Cursor 45 3 16 61 9 Center 47 4 1 4 46 7 Size 27 1 826 920 mm Ready Click the cut off portion to select it x Click the Erase button The cut off portion is deleted Untitled 3D Editor File Edit View Select Help jo saxo PB a NE Heu Rn la HH Quloecig Center When you view the Object List you see that Cut 0 has been deleted 4 Editing Scanning Results 51 52 9 What to Do IF This section describes how to resolve problems that can occur dur ing operation and what is required when moving the machine to a different location 53 54 5 1 What to Do If The power doesn t come on or go off The power doesn t come on Are the AC adapter and the power cord connected correctly e Connect the AC adapter and power cord securely so that they do not come loose e Unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet then plug it in again Is the door open Close the door The power does not come on while the door is open The power is not switched off when the door is opened Is a foreign object caught in the interlock switch Remove the foreign object Scanning is impossible The power button illuminates red The machine is malfunctioning Immediately unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and contact your authorized Roland DG Corp
13. and can radiate radio fre quency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment The I O cables between this equipment and the computing device must be shielded For EU Countries For Canada CLASS A NOTICE This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations CLASSE A AVIS Cet appareil num rique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada For California WARNING This product contains chemicals known to cause cancer birth defects and other reproductive harm including lead Manufacturer ROLAND DG CORPORATION 1 6 4 Shinmiyakoda Kita ku Hamamatsu shi Shizuoka ken 431 2103 JAPAN The authorized representative in the EU Roland DG Corporation German Office Halskestr 7 47877 Willich Germany This system including the housing and safety device is a Class 1 laser product Laser specifications of this system including the housing Wavelength 645 to 660 nm maximum output less than 0 39 uW Complied with IEC EN Publication 60
14. dealer The power button flashes red Are the head retainer or the screws securing the table still attached Be sure to remove them before you turn on the power Is anything placed on some internal location other than the table Remove whatever has been placed The power button illuminates red and blue Open the door then close the door and turn on the machine again e About the illumination pattern of the power button Go to 1 2 Names and Functions see About the Indicator Lights The message Cannot communicate with present scanner appears on the computer Is the number for the communication port set cor rectly In Dr PICZA3 go to Preferences and make sure the number for the communication port is set correctly Go to 2 4 Installing and Setting Up the Software see Making the 5 What to Do lf Settings for Using Dr PICZA3 The message COM not ready appears on the computer Is the machine powered up Be sure to turn on the machine before you run Dr PICZA3 Is the number for the communication port set cor rectly In Dr PICZA3 go to Preferences and make sure the number for the communication port is set correctly Are you using a lengthy USB cable or a USB hub Use the included USB cable Never use a USB hub or the like After you have checked the matters just described if scanning is still not possible then take action as follows 1 Switch off the power 2 Unplug
15. describes how to create 3D data using the machine and the included Dr PICZA3 program 29 3 1 Task Flow This machine can scan three dimensional shapes using the included Dr PICZA3 program To make 3D data obtained by scanning available for use by other programs you need to convert and save the data using Dr PICZA3 This section describes the sequence of operations from getting ready to scan through to saving the 3D data 1 Prepare the object to be scanned and mount it on the machine Check whether the object you want to scan welll call this the scan object is suitable for scanning and if so mount it on the machine See 3 2 Mounting the Scan Object 2 Perform scanning Use Dr PICZA3 to carry out scanning basic scanning See 3 3 Performing Scanning 3 Finish the data After the basic scanning you finish the data to the appropriate degree by performing additional scanning and creating polygon meshes as required See 3 4 Finishing the Data 4 Save the data Save the finished data in a file format compatible with the program you re using See 3 5 Saving and Exporting Data Point Using the included 3D Editor program lets you import directly and edit data scanned with Dr PICZA3 See 4 Editing Scanning Results Using 3D Editor 30 3 Creating 3D Data 3 2 Mounting the Scan Object First you prepare the object to be scanned After making sure the object is one that can be
16. instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should WARN NG the unit be used improperly Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly CAUTION Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings as well to domestic animals or pets About the Symbols The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle The symbol at left means danger of electrocution The O symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out are forbidden The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle The symbol at left means the unit must never be disassembled The symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle The symbol at left means the power cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet Incorrect operation may cause injury NWARNING Y Do not disassemble repair or modify Doing so may lead to fire or abnormal opera tion resulting in injury Never allow chi
17. polygon mesh can make it possible for you to reproduce cavities and voids in the object and fill in holes according to the surrounding shape Creating a polygon mesh for deletes surfaces reproducing area of connected voids the void area of the original Creating a polygon mesh when lets you fill in the hole a hole has occurred simply and easily A polygon mesh is composed of polygons created by estimating the original shape of the scan object from the scanning points They differ from the polygons displayed immediately after scanning which are generated simply by connecting the scanning points Procedure GD Untitled Dr PICZA3 Click the Create Polygon Mesh button cd OE a The Polygonization Options dialog box appears nsus a ED KD AA gt Q Create Polygon Mesh button ES Select the parameters for creating a polygon mesh then click OK For detailed information on the Polygonization Options dialog box refer to the online help for Dr PICZA3 Polygonization Options M Gap Size Open l Fill m Detail Reproduction High Low Make Solid Cancel If the polygon mesh is not what was intended change the parameters and create it again Point Tips for Creating a Polygon Mesh To create a polygon mesh having a high degree of completion you may need to scan at as fine a pitch as possible in order to increase
18. speed 4 98 rpm maximum head movement speed 50 mm sec USB compliant with Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision 1 1 Dedicated AC adapter AC 100 to 240 V 10 50 60 Hz Machine DC 19 V 2 1 A Approx 20 W including AC adapter 500 W x 382 D x 619 H mm 19 11 16 W x 15 1 16 D x 24 3 8 H in 32 kg 71 Ib 700 W x 603 D x 807 H mm 27 5 8 W x 23 3 4 D x 31 7 8 H in 41 kg 91 Ib Temperature 10 to 40 C 50 to 104 F 25 C 77 F or more recommended Humidity 35 to 80 no condensation AC adapter power cord AC adapter holder cable clamps USB cable CD ROM clay user s manual Roland LPX EZ Studio System Requirements for the Software Windows XP 2000 Me 98 Pentium 4 processor or better recommended 512 MB or more recommended Dr PICZA3 20 MB or more 3D Editor 10 MB or more 800 x 600 resolution and 16 bit colors High color or more recommended OpenGL compatible accelerator board recommended System Requirements for USB Connection Windows 98 SE Second Edition Me 2000 XP 1 Computers preinstalled with Windows 98 SE Me 2000 XP at the time of purchase This includes such computers later upgraded to Windows Me 2000 XP 2 Computers on which USB operation is assured by the manufacturer of computers e Whether a USB connection is possible depends on the specifications of the computer To determine whether the computer you re using is capable of correct USB operation check wit
19. 3 Help E 3D Editor Help e gt amp e gt amp Hide Back Forward Font Print Hide Back Forward Font Print Contents Index l Search Contents Index Search What s Dr PICZ43 t What s 3D Editor Operation Procedures E Basic Operations for Objects Hints and Tips sonne TTT T 1 Hints and Tips Commands 4 les gt Commands If You Think There s a Problem i i If You Think There s a Problem E Glossary of Terms y E Glossary of Terms 3D Editor Rn Ka Online Help ax Haea http Awww rolanddg com http fwww rolanddg com Copyright C 2002 2004 Roland DG Coropration Copyright C 2002 2004 Roland DG Coropration Windows R is registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft R Corporation in the Windows R is registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft R Corporation in the United States and or other countries United States and or other countries OpenGL R is trademark or registered trademark of Silicon Graphics Inc m the United Macintosh and QuickDra are registered trademarks of Apple Computer nc in the USA States and other countries and other counitrie Other company and product names appearing herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of Auto CAD R and 3D Studio are registered trademark or trademark of AutoDesk their respective holders Corporation in the United States You can use either of two methods to view the d
20. 825 1 Amendment 2 2001 Complies with 21 CFR 1040 10 and 1040 11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No 50 dated July 26 2001 CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in radiation exposure For EU Countries WARNING This is a Class A product In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures Roland DG Corp has licensed the MMP technology from the TPL Group Contents MN TO lo AMA sense ansehe e 3 Important Notes on Handling and Use uu 2uu0 2000000n0n0nnnunnnnnnnnun nun nnnnnnnn nun nun nnnnn nun nnnnn nun 7 About the DOCUMENTACION antenne a se 8 1 Getting Started estrias tenet sevens 9 1 1 What 1S the EPR OD ea nenn ES PP E O aaa er ee 10 FAN nie an en AA O O A E A 10 BS A e AP ang cease ae o e A 10 1 2 Names and UCU OTN S en een rennen 11 ADOUF ER Ace tor LIONS ss ee ee ee ee ee engere 12 A ES o AEAEE EE ENEAN AEE 13 2 1 Checking ACCESS AMOS nee are et men een 14 272 INS TAMING PAPA PEO o UE PE E E EE A A 15 Deciding On an Installation gt ae ern 15 Removing the Packing MASAS ario ae 16 2 3 Connecting the ADIOS ccontenamnncscicctananeeetenadieaasiaasanatieselernacacendubacdiaaiennbsdadvucioesici tsemecotadiuduerseacuen 18 Attaching the Cable Clamps and the AC Adapter Holdet c csssssssssssssssssscsssscsssssecsssssscesse
21. Editing Scanning Results 4 2 Importing and Exporting Data This section describes how to import and export data using 3D Editor Importing Scanning Results Immediately In Dr PICZA3 clicking the Run 3D Editor button starts 3D Editor and simultaneously imports the displayed scanning re sults A Run 3D Editor button Untitled 3D Editor MA File Edit View Select Help Untitled Dr PICZA3 File Edit View Select He Dee xo o Ges Ne SACU AGH TOT TEL TFT Dr PICZA3 Cursor 57 1 19 3 107 3 Center 0 2 1 8 53 0 Size 90 9 88 3 106 0 mm Ready 3D Editor starts and data is imported Importing and Exporting Clicking the Import button lets you import files in Dr PICZA project format DXF format and so on Clicking the Export button lets you save data in a wide variety of file formats that are useful for creating 3D CAD data and 3D computer graphics ET roi ay Select Hel u 3D Editor also supports importing for PIX format AO D E pl files from Dr PICZA versions 1 through 2 Import button Export button Importing More Than One Set of Data You can use the Import button to import more than one set of data and place a number of objects in the 3D Editor win dow Untitled 3D Editor File Edit View Select Help Dea xno PQs EEEE CERT ANH 44 SEE IT FIT Cursor 4 9 0 2 3 6 Center 1 2 0 2 1 1 Sie 47 26 28 inch Ready
22. Roland PICZA 3D LASER SCANNER LPX 60 LPX 60 User s Manual Thank you very much for purchasing this product gt To ensure correct and safe usage with a full understanding of this product s performance please be sure to read through this manual completely and store it in a safe location gt Unauthorized copying or transferral in whole or in part of this manual is prohibited gt The contents of this operation manual and the specifications of this product are subject to change without notice gt The operation manual and the product have been prepared and tested as much as possible If you find any misprint or error please inform us gt Roland DG Corp assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage which may occur through use of this product regardless of any failure to perform on the part of this product gt Roland DG Corp assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage which may occur with respect to any article made using this product Roland DG Corporation Forthe USA FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATE MENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses
23. ation that allows the laser beam to pass through the cavities as shown in the figure makes scanning easier Scan object Orientation of the laser beam Cavity Orientation Effective Sensor Area 203 2 mm nn laser The figure at right shows the area in which the machine s sen sors detect the reflection of the laser beam allowing the object to be scanned Effective Sensor 304 8 mm The surfaces that reflect laser light as the table rotates and the object passes through this area can be scanned 3mm When scanning an object that is considerably uneven or that is crank shaped you may need to take this effective sensor area into account If the object is mounted at the edge of the table it may not be possible to scan the entire object correctly In the case of the apple shown at right the area enclosed by the shaded portion is not scanned Outside the effective Not reached by the sensor area laser beam 3 Creating 3D Data 33 3 3 Performing Scanning Once you have mounted the object ofthe machine you can now perform scanning Before you start scanning make sure the door is closed and turn on the machine Basic Scanning This is the scanning that you perform first after mounting the scan object The scanning data obtained by executing basic scan ning makes possible a wide variety of operations Procedure y Set Program Access dede a 6 EAS Sta rt D r P CZA3 Defaults 7 Roland MODELA
24. aximum scanning area and minimum scanning pitch Plane scan 685 Mbyte per surface Rotary scan 1214 Mbyte 36 3 Creating 3D Data 3 3 Performing Scanning Checking the Scanning Results You can examine the results of scanning while changing the view method and perspective The Scan List displays a list of scanning data For detailed information about this window see the online help for Dr PICZA3 These move and rotate the perspective and change the amount of zoom Untitled Dr PICZA3 File Edit View Select Help Dw elo Bard 2 FE oR AE bid DD CEG SE a amp This changes the view method The three dimensional item that has been scanned is called the object Drag the object to orient the area you want to examine to the front Dr PICZA3 Window Lal al Plane 1 This indicates the name of a group Surfaces that contains a number of objects This switches between Surtace 2 showing and hiding the il Surfaces a group and the object u Surtace 4 This indicates the name of the object E k Lines 1 L Line E Points 1 2 Point miz Scan list 3 Creating 3D Data 37 3 4 Finishing the Data You take the data from basic scanning and modify it to produce finished data that has the form you want Selecting and Scanning a Specific Area After the basic scanning you can select specific areas and performing additiona
25. canning time Note When Set for Each Surface is selected you can set the scanning area and scanning pitch individually for each surface The following settings are only for plane scanning The number of scanning surfaces You can specify from one to as many as six surfaces It s a good idea to decide on the number of surfaces to match the shape of the object Scanning angle Specify the incident angle of the laser for each surface It may be a good idea to set the preview to Top View When the object to be scanned has areas with cavities or voids specify the angle that allows the laser beam to pass through the cavities Settings for Scanning dialog box Plane Scan Settings for Scanning Y This sets the number of scanning BD surfaces plane scan only This changes the orientation and perspective for the preview These let you switch between Top View and Front and expand or reduce the view This sets the scanning pitch During rotary scan these make the set tings for Height and Circumference E jet for Each Surface Offset Amount Height direction Pitch Width direction Pitch fo mm fo lt mm Required Memory 18 257 MBytes Estimated Scan Time 17 min 2 Cancel Clicking this button starts scanning When scanning ends the results of scanning appear Go to 3 3 Performing Scanning see Checking the Scanning Results This chan
26. csssesecsssecscsssecsssessesessees 18 Connecting O 18 2 4 Installing and Setting Up the Software ccooonnccoconococonococononocononononnnconanononanononanonenanons 20 INSTA ne DIN REDEN 20 ASTM ME Progr a S een ea 26 Making the Settings Tor Using PIC ZI een 27 De CL83UNG OD Data need ea E een ra kann ren reden 29 I TASK PIOW nai een 30 3 2 Mounting the Scan ODE CL ausnutzen enneste tendieren 31 Preparing the Scan Object ui NR 31 Mounting the Scan ODIN a 33 33 Pornormng Scanner 34 Basie CAMI EENE ae See eier 34 Checking the Scanning Results 37 3 4 Finishing th Data esse n R iaa naa iaaii 38 Selecting and Scanning a Specific Area a bi 38 Creating New PONG ee El or o 5 42 3 0 Saving and Exporting Data sario ected eaten a A O E EEEE REE eia 43 AVO Dat ratos 43 A e eee ER mere rere T 43 4 Editing Scanning Results Using 3D Editor ccononcconnnciconncccoccncconcoconnnnnccnnannnnnnaronnnnronnanrornnannnns 45 4 1 What You Can Do Using SD Editor ann euere 46 4 2 Importing and Exporting Data za ee 47 Importing Scanning Results Immediately rta AE 47 importing and EXPOTUNG inca ao ai 47 Importing More Than One Set of Data Aa 47 4 3 Basic Operations for Objects nennen 48 How to VIEW the 3D Editor WIN O Wisin 48 Let s Try Editing Data with 3D Falter a ea 49 Contents TANO DO oriol 53 A ee A 54 The power doesn t come on OF GO Off ccssssssssssssssssscsesecsessssecsesscsssscsscsssessssucsessssuc
27. d not be scanned Normally you choose plane rescanning When the scan object has a complex shape it may be a good idea to use plane rescanning to perform overlapping scanning changing the angle between each scanning pass Note however that rescanning is not effective in cases where the laser beam cannot reach the area or the reflected laser beam does not reach the sensor from any angle e When you re rescanning a specific area at a fine scanning pitch It may be a good idea to perform rescanning in the same mode you used for the basic scanning When you want to perform fine detail scanning of the surface pattern of a scan object whose shape is cylindrical or close to cylindrical you first perform coarse rotary scanning then choose rotary rescanning Line Scan Normally you choose the same mode you used for basic scanning However when you want to scan line segments that wrap around to the back of the object you choose rotary line scanning Plane line scanning can scan only line segments on the surface visible in the window Only the line segment shown by the thick line can be scanned lt eo The entire circumference can be scanned D o Rotary line scan Plane line scan To Use the Data with a 3D CAD Program or the Like To use line segment and point data as supplementary data for a 3D CAD program you may need to export the data and convert the file See 3 5 Saving and Exporting Data 3 Creating 3D Data 39
28. ears The back of Computer the machine i AN i lea Sahoo I o E dp 20 2 4 Installing and Setting Up the Software Found New Hardware Wizard When the window shown in the figure appears select Welcome to the Found New No not this time then click Next Hardware Wizard It If the window in step 7 appears instead of this window continue with looking on pour computer on the hardware installation CD or on the Windows Update Web site with your permission i n st a at i on an d S et u p Read our privacy policy Can Windows connect to windows Update to search for software O Yes this time only MN Vee meu and oven time connect a device No not this time Click Next to continue Back New gt Cancel ied New Hnesimare izar Select Install the software automatically Recom Welcome to the Found New mended then click Next Hardware Wizard This wizard helps you install software for LPx 60 E If your hardware came with an installation CD QP or floppy disk insert it now What do you want the wizard to do KAJ Ira TUTTE O SL UL SPEGNE UCU auyaribeu Click Next to continue Back Cancel Hardware Installation When this dialog box appears click Continue Any A The software you are installing for this hardware wa y e atid Installation starts automatically has not passed Windows Logo testing to verify its co
29. ed Dr PICZA3 program lets you perform scanning in either of two modes plane scan or rotary scan You can choose the scanning mode that matches the shape ofthe scan object By combining the two modes you can even scan objects with complex shapes A Wide Array of Scanning Functions In addition to the two basic scanning modes line segment and point scanning functions are also supported By using Dr PICZA3 you can extract the data for just the characteristic line segments such as contour lines and points of an object Using this as auxiliary data for three dimensional modeling operations using CAD or computer graphics programs makes it possible to reduce the time and effort of modeling operations Scanning System The LPX 60 scans objects using laser light It emits a spot beam onto the scan object and detects reflected light from the object with sensors Laser emitter fos IS It performs scanning as it rotates the scan object and moves the laser beam from bottom to top Rotating table 10 1 Getting Started 1 2 Names and Functions Front Door When performing scanning be sure to close this The power cannot be switched on while the door is open Opening the door while the power is on switches off the machine i Table h a sey A un This is the base where you place objects to be scanned It rotates during scanning Never touch any internal area other than the table Ce Ty e_ ej Interlock switc
30. eee eee eee All data is saved in a single file Exporting Data When you want to take data obtained by scanning and make use it with a 3D CAD program or other such program you export the data Choose some data DXF format STL format etc Scanning data About Exportable Data Scanning data is measuring points scanning points data obtained by scanning Polygon mesh data is data composed of new polygons created by estimating the proper shape of the scan object from the scanning data Line scan data and point scan data are measuring points data newly obtained respectively by line scanning and point scanning However the exportable file formats for each type of data are predetermined For detailed information refer to the online help for Dr PICZA3 3 Creating 3D Data 43 3 5 Saving and Exporting Data Procedure Untitled pij Dr PICZA3 File Edit View Select Help Hax ELA EA HA Hb PUGH Am ere Qu Export to PIX Save in Dm Documents y a E ej Eg My Recent ocuments E Desktop My Documents My Computer My Network Places 44 File Format File Format Text i Binary Cancel Lex 600 My Music my Pictures File name apple pix Dr PICZA Files pix y Save as type 3 Creating 3D Data z a At the Scan List select just the data you want to export and display the window Select the box of
31. ends Failure to do so switches off the power which may prevent These lights flash clockwise installation from completing correctly two at a time Connect the included USB cable The Add New Hardware Wizard dialog box appears USB connector USB cable The back of the machine Windows Me Choose Automatic search for a better driver Recommended and click Next Windows 98 SE Click Next Add New Hardware Wizard Add New Hardware Wizard Windows has found the following new hardware LPx 60 This wizard searches for new drivers for Windows can automatically search for and install software that supports your hardware If your hardware came with A device driver is a software program that makes a installation media insert it now and click Next hardware device work What would you like to do Specify the location of the driver Advanced lt Back Cancel Windows Me Windows 98 SE 24 2 Preparing the Machine 2 4 Installing and Setting Up the Software Add New Hardware ie Wi ndows Me Installation of the driver starts automatically Go to step 10 Windows 98 SE Select Search for the best driver for your device Recommended and click Next Go to step 8 Choose the folder on the Roland Software Package CD ROM to search the driver Double click on your CD ROM drive Hg 98eng E
32. etting Up the Software Here you connect the machine to your computer and install and set up the included software on the computer enabling you to perform scanning with the machine Installing the Driver Be sure to follow this procedure to install the driver Failure to do so may make installation impossible Go to 5 1 What to Do If see What to Do If Installation Is Impossible Procedure Windows XP Before you start installation make sure the machine and your computer are not connected by the USB cable Start Windows and log on as Administrator AA En Insert the Roland Software Package CD ROM into ieh the CD ROM drive The window shown in the figure appears automatically Step 1 Click the drop down arrow for Click 3 here and choose the model name Click Install To view the description of a program click the i button When a checkbox is not selected setup is not performed for the corresponding program Go to Roland DG Corporation Homepage Switch on the machine Wait a short while until the lights stop flashing The flashing continues for about one minute From this point on keep the door closed until installa tion ends Failure to do so switches off the power which may prevent installation from completing correctly These lights flash clockwise two at a time USB connector USB cable Connect the included USB cable The Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box ap p
33. g the rescanning area is can celed Drag to verify the area to rescan The specified rescanning area is displayed as a three dimensional form Point When You Want to Respecify the Rescanning Area Go back to step 2 on the previous page then click anywhere on the object to clear the specified area The Settings for mil dialog box appears If necessary change the scanning pitch then click Scan Here none of the settings except for the scanning pitch can be changed It is also not possible to set a different scanning pitch for each area Setting the Scanning Pitch When performing rescanning make the setting for the scanning pitch as fine as possible This increases the number of scanning points enhancing the degree of completion When little free memory is available it may be a good idea to use a narrow scan ning area and perform rescanning in several passes You can perform rescanning as many times as you like after basic scanning Also when you want to redo scanning after checking the scanning results you can go back to the previous state before rescanning by clicking the ch button For detailed information on rescanning methods refer to the online help for Dr PICZA3 3 Creating 3D Data 41 3 4 Finishing the Data Creating New Polygons You can create new polygons using all the scanning points including the data produced by rescanning These polygons are called a polygon mesh Creating a
34. ges to the surface whose scanning angle you want to set plane scan only Selecting this check box enables you to set the scan ning area and scanning pitch individually for each surface This sets the scanning area During rotary scan these set the Height Direction and Circumfer ential pitch values This sets the scanning angle plane scan only This displays the amount of memory that scanning requires Clicking the button displays the estimated scanning time 3 Creating 3D Data 35 3 3 Performing Scanning Point Scanning Pitch and Scanning Area The methods for making the settings are different for plane scanning and rotary scanning Plane scan Rotary scan Width direction pitch Circumferential pitch O degrees circum Last point ES ferentially ener i Height direction o direction T A Last point nn Scanning Height eg Start point Start point Scanning width Required Memory Required Memory at the lower right of the Settings for Scanning dialog box is automatically updated when you change the scanning area or scanning pitch When this amount of memory exceeds the amount of free memory on the computer performing scanning may result in extremely slow processing by the computer We recommend making sure enough memory is installed in the computer when you are performing scans that use up large amounts of memory For reference Maximum memory use amount of memory used when scanning at m
35. h This is one of the safety devices Never insert any objects here Doing so may keep the door open and pre vent the safety devices from working properly Handle N Power button This switches the power on and off To switch on the power you press this button To switch off the power you hold it down for one second or longer The color of the light indicates the Movement lights These are arranged in a ring around the power button They flash when the ma chine is performing some operation status of the machine See the next page About the Indicator Lights See the next page About the Indicator Lights Rear USB connector This connects the included USB cable AC adapter jack This connects the AC adapter 1 Getting Started 11 1 2 Names and Functions About the Indicator Lights The lighted state of the power button and the movement lights tells you the status of the LPX 60 Indicator lights The status of the LPX 60 Power button Flashing one at a time Dark The power is off Lit blue Initialization is in progress Lit blue Dark Scanning is possible Lit blue Flashing one at atime Scanning is in progress Lit blue and red Dark An error has occurred Lit or flashing red See 5 1 What to Do If IIlumination pattern blue and red Red Status Indicated by the Movement Lights These light up blue and move clockwise two at a time during initialization at powerup and
36. h the manufacturer of the computer e Use the included USB cable Never use a USB hub or the like 6 Appendix 63 64 Please read this Agreement before unpacking the media Software license agreement Roland DG Corporation hereinafter referred to as the Company shall grant you a non transferable non exclusive right to use the Software supplied with this Agreement on the condition that you agree to the following provisions If you agree to the following provisions you should unpack the media on which the Software is recorded or simply click the button or other indicator that you agree to the following provisions By doing so this Agreement shall be concluded If you do not agree with the following provisions do not unpack the media Or you can click the button or other indicator that you do not agree to the following provisions of this Agreement In this case a license is not granted and you cannot use the Software 1 Definition The Software includes the software program and related files supplied with this Agreement and the related software pro grams and files distributed through the Internet and other services 2 Ownership All the ownership copyright and other intellectual property rights of the Software trademark and related documents shall belong to the Company 3 Terms and conditions 1 You are authorized to use the Software on one computer 2 You are allowed to create a backup copy of the Software
37. injury Important Cautions Regarding Laser Light This machine uses a laser beam to scan objects but dangerous laser radiation is not emitted outside the machine It is safe to view the laser light through the window However this may not be the case if the machine is disassembled or if its cover or safety devices are broken or disabled Please observe the cautionary notes in this documentation and never attempt to use this machine if the machine is in an abnormal state Direct contact with the laser beam will not cause burns or fire due to incorrect use or the like The natural blink reflex protects the eye in the event that laser light from the machine directly enters the eye but staring directly into the laser beam may result in eye injury NTo Ensure Safe Use AN Danger of electrical short shock electrocution or fire WARNING DOO Do not use with any electrical power supply that does not meet the ratings displayed on the AC adapter Use with any other power supply may lead to fire or electrocution Do not use with any power supply other than the dedicated AC adapter Use with any other power supply may lead to fire or electrocution Never use any power cord other than the power cord included with the machine Doing so may cause fire Do not use with a damaged AC adapter power cord or plug or with a loose electri cal outlet Doing so may lead to fire electrical shock or electrocution
38. ith the machine Doing so may lead to fire electrical shock or electrocution Never damage the power cord or pull it with force Doing so may tear the cord s insulation causing an electrical short and resulting in electrical shock electrocution or fire Never place any object on the power cord bend the power cord using excessive force or allow the power cord to become deformed If it becomes deformed the deformed location may grow hot and cause fire Do not use with a damaged AC adapter power cord or plug or with a loose elec trical outlet Doing so may lead to fire electrical shock or electrocution 2 3 Connecting the Cables Secure the cable for the AC adapter and the included USB cable in place using the cable clamps Place the AC adapter on the AC adapter holder The Roland logo is visible DO NOT connect the USB cable at this point You connect the USB cable only when instructed to in the procedures for installing the driver Starting driver installation with the cable connected may cause installation to fail and make the machine unusable Make the connection according to the procedures in 2 4 Install ing and Setting Up the Software O ooo O Computer USB port When you connect the power cord to the machine the power button and movement lights flash momentarily but this is normal and does not indicate a problem 2 Preparing the Machine 19 2 4 Installing and S
39. k install Select L PX 60 To view the description of a program click the i button hen a checkbox i is not selected setup is not performed for the corresponding program Make sure that all the check boxes be selected When the window shown in the figure appears click S moan viaal Di CAS enya com Next Thereafter follow the on screen instructions When all installation and setup finishes the final window appears It is strongly recommended that you exit all Windows programs before running this Setup program Click Cancel to quit Setup and then close any programs you have running Click Next to continue with the Setup program WARNING This program is protected by copyright law and international treaties Unauthorized reproduction or distribution of this program or any portion of it may result in severe civil and criminal penalties and will be prosecuted to the maximum extent possible under law Nets Cancel Install E Click Close Complete Cs This completes the installation of the included software 26 2 Preparing the Machine 2 4 Installing and Setting Up the Software Making the Settings for Using Dr PICZA3 You use the included Dr PICZA3 program to make the settings that let you perform scanning with the machine Procedure fm Roland Dr PICZA3 E Roland MODELA Player 4 Roland MODELA Startup m vnc 3 Internet Explorer x9 MSN Explorer A Outlook Exp
40. l then click Add or Remove Programs Windows 2000 Me 98 SE From the Start menu choose Settings then Control Panel then double click Add Remove Programs 3 Uninstall Roland LPX 60 USB Device O or amp Currently installed programs E show updates Sort by Name v Change or n A wl manors 13 Roland 2 5D for Rhinoceros 3 0 Size 0 78MmB Programs Roland COLORIP Size 28 00MB amp F Roland CutStudio Size 0 42MB en 3 Roland Direct Control For RapidForm A me ee 1 Click Change Remove cm B Rolan Face Di r 1 0 3 Roland Li ce 1 1 Add Remove a Windows lo ice 1 0 Components If your USB device is connected please unplug it now Press Continue to uninstall the drivers or Cancel to quit coto 2 Click Continue 3 Click Finish 4 Detach the USB cable connected to the comput er 5 Restart Windows 6 Redo installation from the beginning Goto 2 4 Installing and Setting Up the Software see Installing the Driver If Roland LPX 60 USB Device does not appear in the list follow the steps below 1 Display System Properties Windows XP Click the Start menu then right click My Computer Click Properties Windows 2000 Me 98 SE Right click My Computer on the desktop Click Properties 2 Display Device Manager Windows XP 2000 1 Click the Hardware tab D a The Device Manager lists all the hardware devices i
41. l scanning rescanning The available types of rescanning are as follows Rescan You use rescanning when you wantto increase the number of measuring points scan points and enhance the degree of comple tion ofthe 3D data gt Rescan required me f ME Y Th areas in detail Perform coarse scanning You can reproduce detailed of the entire object surface patterns you rescan just these areas Even when holes are present The holes are sealed yielding the same shape as the original Line Scan Point Scan You use line scanning and point scanning when you want line segment or point data to serve as supplemental data for three dimensional modeling operations using CAD or computer graphics programs Ww ji AN and re create the Perform line scanning with curved surfaces with Dr PICZAS the 3D CAD program Perform point scanning with and re create the curves Dr PICZAS with the 3D CAD program 38 3 4 Finishing the Data Point Scanning Modes for Rescanning You can choose the same scanning modes for rescanning and line scanning as you can for basic scanning e Scanning using plane scanning Plane rescan and plane line scan e Scanning using rotary scanning Rotary rescan and rotary line scan What follows is a general guide for using these selectively Rescan e When you re rescanning areas that coul
42. ldren near the machine The machine includes locations and com ponents that pose a danger to children and accidental injury may occur NTo Ensure Safe Use Incorrect operation may damage the scan object CAUTION Securely fasten the object to be scanned to O the table so that it does not slip or topple over The table rotates during scanning Tipover or contact by the scan object may cause dam age Scan object damage is not covered by warranty NCAUTION Never try to scan an object whose height is S 304 8 mm 12 in or more or that protrudes beyond the table The object may strike the interior of the ma chine causing breakdown or damage The scan object may also be damaged Scan object damage is not covered by warranty N This machine weighs approximately 40 kg 88 Ib NCAUTION Lifting and carrying are operations that must be carried out by two or more per sons by grasping the bottom of the ma chine Failure to do so may result in falling of the unit leading to injury NCAUTION Install in a location that is level and stable Installation in an unsuitable location may cause an accident including a fall or tipover N External emission of laser light may occur NCAUTION Do not use if the housing or window area is cracked or deformed In such cases there is danger of external emission of Class 3R laser light Staring at externally emitted laser light may cause eye
43. ly touching anything other than the knob may cause malfunction Carry out this operation carefully Grasp the knob and turn in the direction of the Holding the knob lower the arrow until it reaches the position where it strikes head all the way the surface at the back of the machine 56 5 What to Do If 5 2 When Moving the Machine Position the head retainer then provisionally tighten the Y screws in the sequence shown in the figure below Y screws Y screws Reference Using the protrusion at the front of the Move the head back slightly toward the front machine as the reference point provi line up the inner end of the retainer with the sionally tighten at the front screw locations then tighten provisionally Lift the head knob until it strikes the retainer then use Y screws to fasten the head to the retainer Finally firmly tighten all screws to secure in place Y screws Secure the table in place using X screws Adjust the position of the table so that the screw locations are lined up Adjust the table so that an imaginary line connecting the two screw holes is perpendicular to the front surface of the machine After tightening the screws check to ensure that the table is fastened securely WL UZER X screws 5 What to Do lf 57 58 6 Appendix 59 E 6 1 Table Dimensional Drawing 2 screw holes M6 depth 4mm 1 2 scale Unit mm 60 6 A
44. mpatibility with Windows XP Tell me why this testing is important Continuing your installation of this software may impair or destabilize the correct operation of your system either immediately or in the future Microsoft strongly recommends that you stop this installation now and contact the hardware vendor for software that has passed Windows Logo testing Continue Anyway p YTOP Installation Found New Hardware Wizard Click Finish ssnpeing her The Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box ap Hardware Wizard The wizard has finished installing the software for pea rs e Roland LFX 60 USB Device Click Finish to close the wizard Back Cancel D Carry out steps 6 through 9 again This completes the installation of the driver 2 Preparing the Machine 21 2 4 Installing and Setting Up the Software Windows 2000 Before you start installation make sure the machine and your computer are not connected by the USB cable Start Windows and log on as Administrator ES Roland Software Package S E EBRoland Roland Software Package for PICZA MODELA CAMM 2 CAMM 3 Click here he Step 1 Clickthe drop down arrow for Click here and choose the model name Step 2 Click Install To view the description of a program click the i button When a checkbox is not selected setup H is not performed for the corresponding program Go to Roland DG Corporation H
45. ng the Software 3 The Company shall not accept any responsibility for any loss which might be caused as a result of your exercising the rights granted under this Agreement 4 The specifications for the Software are subject to change without prior notice 7 Governing Law This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of Japan 1000006067 R3 100507
46. nstalled on your computer Use the Device Man gt the f any device properties of any devi er Driver Signing ke sure that installed drivers are A compatible with Windows Windows Update lets you set up how Windows connects to Windows Update for drivers igning lets you mal I 2 Click Device Manager 5 1 What to Do If Windows Me 93 SE Click Device Manager 3 Delete LPX 60 Windows XP 2000 Device Manager File Acti er amp 2 E PUBLIC2 E 2 Computer pra ec dives 1 Double click Universal 2 Display adapters Eu 7 a one Serial Bus controllers Floppy disk controllers Floppy disk drives gy Human Interface Devices H E IDE ATAJATAPI controllers H 5 Keyboards E Mice and other pointing devices E Monitors i 88 Network adapters 2 Click LPX 60 3 a Ports COM amp LPT J Processors O Sound video and game controllers mo M custom davies 2 62 Universal Serial Bus controllers CU py ua up universal Host Conl foller 2407 3 Click View then click x ot Hub Device E Uninstall F a Confirm Device Removal x gt LPX 60 Warning You are about to uninstall this device A Cancel 4 Click OK Windows Me 98 SE System Properties General Device Manager Hardware Profiles Performance View devices by type View devices by connection
47. ocumentation e From the Start Menu in Windows From the Start menu choose All programs or Programs then Roland Dr PICZA3 Roland 3D Editor then Dr PICZA3 3D Editor Help Internet fi Roland Dr PICZA3 Dr PICZA3 Internet Explorer iM Roland Dr STIKA PLUS E Dr PICZA3 Help E mail i E Outlook Express E Roland MODELA Y Roland PICZA Uninstall E Roland MODELA Player 4 w Paint MM Roland PICZA E Roland SelectColor Set Program Access Defaults E Roland Virtual MODELA I Roland YPanel MSN Explorer Startup Windows Media Play a e Internet Explorer 3 Windows Messenger y MSN Explorer _ ks Outlook Express Tour Windows XP f pe Remote Assistance Windows Media Player All Programs 43 Windows Messenger A Log Off Turn Off Computer e Clicking the Help Menu in the Program From the Help menu click Contents Untitled pij Dr PICZA3 File File Edit View Select View Select Ar os a Ben o Ca ME ican a Dr PITZA 1 Getting Started 1 1 What Is the LPX 60 Features The LPX 60 is a three dimensional 3D scanner that uses a noncontacting laser method to scan the shape of solid objects Noncontacting Laser System for Fast Dependable Scanning You can perform scanning without contact with the scan object using a laser beam This enables high speed scanning without the worry of damage to the object Support for Two Scanning Modes Using the includ
48. ollection of multiple objects Object name Object List 48 4 Editing Scanning Results 4 3 Basic Operations for Objects Let s Try Editing Data with 3D Editor Let s try some simple editing We ll scan an apple with the machine then try cutting and moving it The explanations in this section begin at the point where you have scanned an apple using Dr PICZA3 Procedure Start 3D Editor 3D Editor starts Fi Click the Run 3D Editor button The scanning data for the apple all is imported at the same time Untitled 3D Editor File Edit View Select Help Ow x ar Be Untitled Dr PICZA3 File Edit Yiew Select Help Owais o 2 SCAR MAD ANA Forte HR H Qul s Clg a Cursor 57 1 19 3 107 3 Center 0 2 1 8 53 0 Size 90 9 88 3 106 0 mm Ready Dr PICZA3 Window Try cutting the apple vertically First do the preparation Na Click the Cut at Plane button The cut surface and a dialog box appear Untitled 3D Editor File Edit View Select Help Dee Xo uo Oe ws as A AS Lecar Untitled Editor ER File Edit View select Help DSH ko oo pas ns 0 Ha a 0d EEEE QXL 09 a Perspective Top Cut At Plane J CM Cursor 39 8 19 3 67 9 _ 398 193 57 9 19 3 67 9 Center 0 2 1 8 530 0 2 1 8 530 1 8 53 0 Size 90 9 88 3 106 0 30 9 88 3 106 0 88 3 106 0 mm Cut at plane
49. omepage These lights flash clockwise two at a time USB connector USB cable The back of the machine Computer Found New Hardware Wizard Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard This wizard helps you install a device driver for a ardware device To continue click Next lt Back Cancel 22 2 Preparing the Machine Insert the Roland Software Package CD ROM into the CD ROM drive The window shown in the figure appears automati cally Switch on the machine Wait a short while until the lights stop flashing The flashing continues for about one minute From this point on keep the door closed until installation ends Failure to do so switches off the power which may prevent installation from completing correctly Connect the included USB cable The Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box ap pears Click Next 2 4 Installing and Setting Up the Software O RETO Select Search for a suitable driver for my device Install Hardware Device Drivers A device driver is a software program that enables a hardware device to work with as re CO m m e n d e d i th e n cl j C k N ext an operating system Found New Hardware Wizard Select the CD ROM drives check box then click Locate Driver Files In Where do you want Windows to search for driver files SS N ext Found New Hard
50. on any area including the table Doing so may cause an electrical short result ing in shock or electrocution or the inserted object may catch fire NTo Ensure Safe Use About the Labels Affixed to the Unit This machine bears caution labels These are intended to ensure the safety of the operator Never remove the labels or allow them to become obscured Also be sure to observe the stated cautions during use For service engineer J EAZYYOAN CAUTION CLASS 3R LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE ER COeM lt K EFDA 3ROV PRHABMS AANOB RIE lt ATI CE Left Front Right CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASERPRODUKT KLASSE 1 PRODUIT LASER CLASSE 1 PRODOTTO LASER CLASSE 1 PRODUCTO LASER CLASE 1 231 Aol AS DQIAIV VHRR Complies with 21 CFR 1040 10 and 1040 11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice Se No 50 dated July 26 2001 y In addition to these symbols the symbol shown below is also used 8 Point Indicates a handy tip or advice regarding use Important Notes on Handling and Use This machine is a precision device To ensure the full performance of this machine be sure to observe the following important points Failure to observe these may not only result in loss of performance but may also cause malfunction or breakdown This Machine Is a Precision Device gt Handle carefully and never subject the machine to impact or excessive force g
51. one at a time during scanning Flashing two at a time Flashing one at a time Move clockwise Move clockwise Scanning When you open or close the door after connecting the power cord to the machine the power button and move ment lights flash momentarily but this is normal and does not indicate a problem 12 1 Getting Started 2 Preparing the Machine This section describes what to do when you first open the packing including how to connect the machine to a computer and install the programs and the like 13 2 1 Checking Accessaries The following items are packed with the machine Make sure they are all present and accounted for AC adaptor holder 1 USB cable 1 Cable clamps 2 14 2 2 Installing Deciding On an Installation Site Install in a stable location offering good operating conditions An unsuitable location can cause accident faulty operation or breakdown CAUTION Install in a location that is level and stable Installation in an unsuitable location may cause an accident including a fall or tipover CAUTION Lifting and carrying are operations that must be carried out by two or more per sons Failure to do so may result in falling of the unit leading to injury Unsuitable Installation Sites gt Locations with excessive humidity or dust gt Locations subject to high temperature gt Locations subject to shaking or vibration gt Locations exposed to considerable elec
52. ppendix 6 2 Locations of the Power Rating and Serial Number Labels Serial Number This is required when you seek maintenance servicing or support Never peel off the label or let it get dirty Use an electrical outlet that meets the requirements for voltage frequency and amperage given here 6 Appendix 67 62 Table size Maximum scanning area Scanning pitch Repeat accurac Maximum table load weight Laser Sensor Scanning method Operating speed Interface Power requirements Power consumption Dimensions Weight Packed dimensions Packed weight Environment Included items Operating system CPU Memo Free hard disk space required for installation Display Operating system Computer 6 3 Specifications Machine Specifications LPX 60 Diameter 203 2 mm 8 in Plane scanning Width 203 2 mm 8 in height 304 8 mm 12 in Rotary scanning Diameter 203 2 mm 8 in height 304 8 mm 12 in Plane scanning width direction 0 2 to 203 2 mm height direction 0 2 to 304 8 mm Rotary scanning circumference 0 2 to 3 6 degrees height direction 0 2 to 304 8 mm 0 1 mm This figure reflects standard scanning conditions established by Roland DG 5 kg Wavelength 645 to 660 nm Maximum output less than 390 uW maximum output of the laser light emitted inside housing is 5 mW Noncontact laser sensor Spot beam triangulation Table rotation speed 10 06 rpm head rotation
53. ress Start Dr PICZA3 From the Start menu choose All programs or Programs then Roland Dr PICZA3 then Dr PICZA3 B Roland PICZA Uninstall wW ED Q Set Program Access Defaults xI MSN Explorer Windows Media Playe 33 Windows Messenger po Remote Assistance Tour Windows XP windows Media Player All Programs 3 Windows Messenger We E O A Log Off Turn OFF Computer Untitled Dr PICZA3 Go to the File menu and click Preferences ES Edit View Select Help New Ctrl N Open Ctrl 0 Save Ctrl 5 Save S Export Run 3D Editor Run MODELA Player Run 3D Engrave Scan Print Ctrl P Print Preview Make the setting for the communication port and the unit of measurement to use with Dr PICZA3 Preferences W Show data during scanning Simple display IY Always fit to screen Use triangular planes Click OK after you complete making the setting Replace rescanned portion PI only Disable data not on pitch Beep when scanning ends M AR u Beep H Program Files Dr PIDZAS gt Browse E ser ta De abele Undo Count 5 Port COM4 Roland LP 60 USB Port mm j Set Unit to either mm or inch This completes all the preparations you need to make to perform scanning using the machine 2 Preparing the Machine 27 28 3 Creating 3D Data This chapter
54. scanned you mount the object on the machine Preparing the Scan Object This machine is not able to scan every possible kind of object Some objects may be impossible to scan because of their composition or shape Refer to the following and make sure the object to be scanned is one that can be scanned on this machine Object Size CAUTION Never try to scan an object that protrudes beyond the table or whose size exceeds the scanning area Doing so may cause the machine to malfunction or damage the object to be scanned Scan object damage is not covered by warranty An object that protrudes beyond the table or whose height is too high cannot be scanned Not OK 203 2 mm 8 in 304 8 mm 12 in In such cases consider separating the object into pieces whose individual sizes do not protrude beyond the area described above Object Shape Areas where the laser beam strikes at a shallow angle cannot be scanned 20 degrees sor less e gt a 3 Creating 3D Data 31 3 2 Mounting the Scan Object Object Material An object that has a comparatively smooth surface is suitable for scanning Fabrics and objects that have a rough nap can not be scanned Some objects may be difficult to scan because of the type of material it is made of or because of its color or other quali ties Objects of anonglossy material plaster wood or modeling clay etc Objects that do not pass Brightly colored objects ligh
55. sesucsesscsessssucsesscassscsecsssucaeesesesseseenseseaeees 54 as e 54 de oso ee ea o o II ee 54 What to Do If Installation Is Impossible sicario car aia 54 5 2 When Moving the Machine 0222000000000000000000n0nnn nenn n nenn nnennn neuen nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnne 56 A A een ee nee 59 6 1 Table Dimensional DraWiNd nannte 60 6 2 Locations of the Power Rating and Serial Number Labels occcooccccccncccncnoccnccocononos 61 OS CANON A 62 Machine Sel ONG ee diana 62 System Requirements for the SOFtWALE ccsssssesssssssssssssssssecsssecssssssessssecssscsssnssecsssscsssucsessssucassscsssucsesnsseeassucassssseesssnenses 62 System Requirements for USB CONNECTION ccecsssesssssssessssesssscsessssessssessescsssscsecsssecsssucsessssucaesscsesscsesssseesssecaesecaeeseseesses 62 Windows is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation in the United States Other company names and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders Copyright 2006 2010 Roland DG Corporation http www rolanddg com N To Ensure Safe Use Improper handling or operation of this machine may result in injury or damage to property Points which must be observed to prevent such injury or damage are described as follows About AWARNING and ACAUTION Notices MN Used for
56. sor 39 8 193 9 _ Center 0 2 1 8 53 0 Size 90 9 88 3 106 0 mm Cut at plane Cursor 39 8 19 3 61 JJ Center 0 2 1 8 53 0 Size 90 9 88 3 106 0 mm Ready Click the left part of the apple to select it Drag the portion you selected to the left 50 4 Editing Scanning Results 4 3 Basic Operations for Objects Now try orienting the cut surface of the apple on the right to face the front You can only do this when you re in the Top window When you re done with the operation right click to quit the Move Object mode A O Click the Select Object button Untitled 3D Editor File Edit View Select Help Dea xno gas AG saudi Qu seco Perspective zZ x Cursor 28 5 6 6 64 3 Center 13 3 1 8 53 0 Size 63 9 88 3 106 0 mm Ready Click the right side of the apple to select it Finally let s try deleting the cut off object I Click the Rotate Object button Drag to turn the object counterclockwise Untitled 3D Editor File Edit view Select Help Dee xo oP A y BEE NOTE ats QulSOOlQ amp 8 Perspective Z Lx Cursor 53 1 43 1 64 3 Center 13 3 1 8 53 0 Size 63 9 88 3 106 0 mm Ready Look at the Perspective window to see how the cut surface faces the front This operation can be carried out from any perspective except Side A O Click the Select Object button
57. t Never touch any internal component except the table Doing so may make scanning impossible Install in a Suitable Location gt Install in a location having the specified temperature and relative humidity gt Install in a stable location offering good operating conditions Never Touch the Machine During Scanning gt Never subject the machine to impact during a scanning operation Doing so may cause scanning noise gt Except in an emergency never open the machine s door during a scanning operation Doing so switches off the power and scanning operation cannot be resumed Important Notes on Connecting the Cables gt Connect the AC adapter power cord and USB cable securely so that they do not come loose or ex perience faulty connection during use gt Be sure to use the included USB cable gt Never use a USB hub or the like About the Documentation This machine comes with the following documentation User s Manual this document Read this first It contains important notes and cautions on usage as well describing scanning methods what to do in the event of a problem and other information Dr PICZA3 Online Help 3D Editor Online Help You view this documentation on your computer screen Installing the program enables you to view the documentation See 2 4 Installing and Setting Up the Software It provides detailed descriptions of the commands you use for each of the programs E Dr PICZA
58. t White yellow red etc Glossy and highly reflective objects metals mirrors etc Objects that do not pass Dark colored objects light black blue etc In such cases applying a surface coat primer coat to the object may make scanning possible Note Avoid highly reflective objects because of danger of eye injury Items That May Not Be Copied Unauthorized reproduction of a copyrighted item for any purpose other than personal use may be a violation of copyright Roland DG Corp will not be responsible for any violation of third party copyright by any article made through use of this product 32 3 Creating 3D Data 3 2 Mounting the Scan Object Mounting the Scan Object Choose the object to be scanned then mount the scan object CAUTION Securely fasten the object to be scanned to the table so that it does not slip or topple over The table rotates during scanning Tipover or contact by the scan object may cause damage Scan object damage is not covered by warranty Mount in the center of the table ee Wen SD Table Secure the bottom surface in Be place with clay or the like Table centerline The table rotates during scanning Using double sided tape clay or the like fasten the object in place securely so that it will not fall over or slip Any slipping of the object makes correct scanning impossible When the object to be scanned has areas with cavities or voids mounting the object at an orient
59. the AC adapter from the electrical outlet then plug it in again 3 Restart the computer 4 Switch on the power Other Symptoms Scanning ended but the computer then stopped Does the computer have enough memory Go to Dr PICZA3 s Settings for Scanning dialog box and check how much memory is required then increase the scanning pitch Alternatively consider installing more memory When scanning exceeds the amount of free memory on the computer the opera tion of the computer may become very slow The message Can t find MODELA Player or Can t find 3D Engrave appears on the computer The buttons for running these do not function on this system They become available when you are using it together with the MODELA series or the like Uninstalling the driver Remove Roland LPX 60 USB Device from the list of Add or Remove Programs or Add Remove Programs See the next section What to Do If Installation Is Impos sible What to Do If Installation Is Impossible If installation quits partway through or if the wizard does not appear when you connect the USB cable take action as follows Before you perform this procedure make sure the power to the machine is turned on Continued on the next page Pa 1 If the Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box appears click Finish to close it 2 Display Add or Remove Programs or Add Re move Programs Windows XP From the Start menu choose Control Pane
60. the number of scanning points In particular cases like those described below may yield a polygon mesh having a configuration that is not what you intended e When there is a small number of scanning points with respect to undulations in the scan object e When areas with holes are too big or the shape of them is complex In such cases rescan just that area at a fine pitch When little memory is available on the computer it may be a good idea to divide the area into parts and repeat rescanning several times to increase the number of scanning points sufficiently and then create the polygon mesh Goto 3 4 Finishing Data see Selecting and Scanning a Specific Area 42 3 Creating 3D Data 3 5 Saving and Exporting Data You can take data obtained by scanning and creating polygon meshes and save it in a file format compatible with Dr PICZA3 You can also convert export data and save it in a file format allowing import into other programs Saving Data Go to the File menu and click Save As The data is saved in Dr PICZA project format In addition to working with saved files with Dr PICZA3 you can edit them using 3D Editor an editing program for 3D data Scanning data Polygon mesh data Line scan data Point scan data i i i i i e Dr PICZA project format Scanning data Polygon mesh data Line scan data Save Point scan data
61. the object you want to export Click the oe button Click the file format you want to use for exporting Depending on the file format you clicked a dialog box may appear Choose a selection supported by the program with which you want to share the data then click OK Type in the name of the file to export then click Save 4 Editing Scanning Results Using 3D Editor This chapter describes basic operation methods for 3D Editor the 3D data editing program included with the machine 45 4 1 What You Can Do Using 3D Editor 3D Editor lets you do things like the following Enlarge and reduce Deforming operations such as stretching in one direction are also possible Specifying numerical values for the movement distance and angle of rotation is also Move and rotate Pa 9 possible Sever You can divide an object into parts Filling cut surfaces is also possible Delete You can delete unneeded objects Merge You can unite a number of objects There is even an alignment feature for doing this Reduce the number This reduces the amount of data while keeping detail of polygons Smoothing feature This smooths the surfaces of objects Export Data can be saved in a wide variety of file formats Repolygonization This creates a polygon mesh by using imported data For detailed information on the features of 3D Editor refer to the online help for 3D Editor Note that 3D Editor can only work with surface models 46 4
62. trical or magnetic noise or other forms of electromagnetic energy gt Locations with poor heat radiation Power cord t Height 619 mm 24 4 in Leave enough space to the right side and the rear of the machine to allow the power cord to be reached by hand at all times 382 mm 15 in yY C 500 mm 19 7 in Top view 15 2 2 Installing Removing the Packing Materials Remove the protective material head retainer and other packing materials gt Be sure to use the handle when opening the door gt Never touch or needlessly try to move any of the internal components Doing so may result in malfunc tion gt The packing material is required when moving the machine Do not discard it See 5 2 When Moving the Machine Front Remove the protective material from the front of the machine and peel off the tape holding the door in place This is a portion of the protective material Do not peel it off Interior Open the door and with your fingers unscrew the screws securing the table and head retainer in place to remove them Head retainer X screws After removing store them at the specified locations See the next page Y screws These are used to attach the head retainer and the included AC adapter holder at the back of the machine See the next page See 2 3 Connecting the Cables 16 2 Preparing the Machine 2 2 Installing
63. ware Wizard Cl ick N ext a Driver Files Search Results The wizard has finished searching for driver files for your hardware device e n sta at on sta rt Sau to m at Ca y Found New Hardware Wizard i CI ick F j n IS h Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard The Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box ap 9 Roland LPX 60 USB Device pears Windows has finished installing the software for this device To close this wizard click Finish Carry out steps 6 through 10 again This completes the installation of the driver 2 Preparing the Machine 23 2 4 Installing and Setting Up the Software Windows Me 98 SE Before you start installation make sure the machine and your computer are not connected by the USB cable Start Windows CE Insert the Roland Software Package CD q Rona e ROM into the CD ROM drive click here The window shown in the figure appears automati cally Click the drop down arrow for Click here and choose the model name Step 2 Click Install To view the description of a program click the i button When a checkbox is not selected setup is not performed for the corresponding program Go to Roland DG Corporation Homepage Switch on the machine Wait a short while until the lights stop flashing The flashing continues for about one minute From this point on keep the door closed until installation

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