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F6 SMART
Echo
Volumetric Handheld Camera
User Guide
Revision: 0.1
For Echo Software Version: 1.2.0
Printed on: April 16, 2018
Confidential

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Mantis Vision F6 SMART Echo Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMantis Vision
ModelF6 SMART Echo
CategoryDigital Camera
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chapter 1 Foreword

About Mantis Vision Ltd.

Information about Mantis Vision Ltd. and its role in 3D content creation.

About the F6 SMART™ System

Introduction to the F6 SMART™ Camera and its Echo™ software system.

Intended Audience

Defines the target users for this user guide document.

Document Overview

Outlines the structure and major parts of the user guide.

Chapter 2 Laser Safety Precautions

General Safety Information

General safety guidelines and warnings related to laser usage.

Engineering Safety Standards

Details the engineering standards followed for laser safety in the product design.

Additional Safety Precautions

Specific safety guidelines and precautions for operating the F6 SMART™ Camera.

Chapter 3 3D Scanning Technology Overview

Understanding 3D Scanning Technology

Explains the fundamental principles and applications of 3D scanning technology.

Mantis Vision's 3D Scanning Approach

Describes Mantis Vision's specific structured-light 3D scanning technique.

System Operation Principle

Details how the F6 SMART™ system acquires 3D data and its core components.

Chapter 4 The F6 SMART™ Kit

F6 SMART™ Kit Components

Lists and describes the items included in the F6 SMART™ System shipping case.

Chapter 5 Installation of Echo™ Software

Downloading Echo™ Software

Instructions on how to obtain the latest Echo™ software version.

USB Flash Drive Contents

Details the files and programs available on the included USB Flash Drive.

Installing the Echo™ Software

Step-by-step guide for installing the Echo™ software on a workstation.

Selecting Destination Location

Guide on choosing the installation folder for the Echo™ software.

Select Components

Instructions for selecting necessary software components and drivers during installation.

Select Additional Tasks

Options for creating desktop icons and quick launch icons during installation.

Installing the Echo™ Software Process

Overview of the installation progress and driver installation steps.

Device Driver Installation Wizard

Steps for installing the FTDI Device Drivers during software setup.

FTDI License Agreement

Details the terms and conditions of the FTDI Device Drivers License Agreement.

Uninstalling the Echo™ Software

Procedure for removing the Echo™ software from the workstation.

Updating/Upgrading the Echo™ Software

Guidance on how to update or upgrade the Echo™ software to newer versions.

Chapter 6 Setting up the F6 SMART™ System

Setting the Database Repository

Process for configuring the database repository for storing scan data.

Connecting F6 SMART™ Camera

Instructions for connecting the F6 SMART™ Camera to the workstation.

Powering the F6 SMART™ Camera

Steps to power on the F6 SMART™ Camera and initial checks.

Verification of Connection

Methods to verify that the camera is successfully connected to the workstation.

Uploading the Calibration Files

Procedure for uploading essential calibration files for the camera.

Chapter 7 Echo™ Software – Main Screen

Main Menu Bar Overview

Description of the main navigation bar and its functions within the Echo™ software.

Gallery View Mode

Explanation of the Gallery View interface for managing scanning projects.

Scan View Mode

Overview of the Scan View interface for controlling the scanning operation.

Chapter 8 Scanner Views & Settings

Infrared Red (NIR) Camera View

Details on using the NIR camera for scanning and its settings.

2D Camera View Mode

Explanation of the 2D camera view for video capture and texture mapping.

3D+ Multi Frame View Mode

Description of the 3D+ Multi Frame view for real-time model stitching and scanning analysis.

Chapter 9 MVX - Rendering Configuration

MVX Configuration Settings

Configuring the MVX file format, including frame rate and data layer settings.

Rendering Configuration Options

Adjusting post-scan rendering settings for viewer configuration.

Chapter 10 Starting a New Project

Creating and Naming a New Project

Steps to create and name a new project for organizing scan data.

Start and Stop Scanning

Instructions on how to initiate and terminate a scanning session.

Exporting a Project

Process for exporting a completed project from the Echo™ software.

Exporting as an MVX File

Guide on exporting scan data in the MVX file format.

Exporting a Point Cloud

Information on exporting scan data as a point cloud in various formats.

Chapter 11 Import MVX / MPC

Importing an MVX File

Steps to import MVX files into the Echo™ software.

Importing an MPC File

Steps to import MPC files into the Echo™ software.

Chapter 12 Navigate

X and Y Axis Rotation

Instructions for rotating scanned objects along X and Y axes.

Drag and Zoom Controls

How to pan and zoom scanned objects using mouse controls.

Chapter 13 Post Scan Editing Tools

High Quality Registration

Using HQ Registration to correct scan misalignments and improve accuracy.

Rendering Mode Adjustments

Adjusting rendering settings for optimal blend of geometry and texture.

Background Mode Settings

Customizing the background view for the scanned model.

Chapter 14 Selection Tools

Rectangle Selection Tool

Using the rectangle tool to select areas for deletion or other operations.

Spray Brush Tool

Using the spray brush tool for selective area selection and deletion.

Accuracy Selection

Selecting points based on their accuracy level for editing.

Chapter 15 Scan Viewer - Timeline

Single Frame View

Viewing individual frames within the scan timeline.

Playback and Navigation Controls

Controls for playing, pausing, and navigating through scan frames.

Chapter 16 Measurement Tools

Point Measurement

How to mark and measure points, displaying XYZ coordinates.

Distance Measurement

Measuring the distance between two points in the scan.

Angle Measurement

Measuring angles between points or features in the scan.

Chapter 17 Segments

HQ (High Quality) Registration Process

Recommended process for high quality registration after scanning.

Split Segments Functionality

How to split a scan into multiple segments for editing.

Chapter 18 Denoise - Noise Removal

SOR Outlier Removal

Using the SOR algorithm to remove sparse statistical outliers from scan data.

MLS Smoothing Algorithm

Applying the MLS algorithm for smoothing scan data and improving mesh results.

Chapter 19 Spawn

Mesh Creation Process

Converting point clouds into mesh surfaces using various techniques.

Custom Mesh Options

Detailed control over meshing parameters for customized mesh generation.

Chapter 20 Saving & Exporting

Saving Scan Data

Procedures for saving the scan model under the same or a new name.

Exporting Scan Data Formats

Supported file formats for exporting scan data and related options.

Appendix 2 Terms and Abbreviations

Key Terms and Abbreviations

Glossary of important terms and abbreviations used throughout the document.

Appendix 3 Technical Specifications

F6 SMART™ Camera Specifications

Detailed hardware specifications for the F6 SMART™ Camera.

Echo™ Software Specifications

System requirements and specifications for the Echo™ software.

Workstation Requirements

Recommended workstation hardware and software characteristics for optimal performance.

Appendix 4 Certifications

Summary of Product Certifications

List of standards and certifications the F6 SMART™ Camera complies with.

Appendix 5 Certification and ID Labels

F6 SMART™ ID Barcode Label

Details and location of the F6 SMART™ Camera's identification barcode label.

Caution Labels

Information regarding caution labels affixed to the F6 SMART™ scanner.

Appendix 6 FTDI Devices Drivers’ License Agreement

Grant and Scope of License

Terms defining the grant and scope of the license for FTDI device drivers.

Licensee Undertakings

Obligations and responsibilities of the licensee under the FTDI driver license agreement.

Law and Jurisdiction

Specifies the governing law and jurisdiction for the FTDI driver license agreement.