Leica HDS6000 User Manual page 44

Preparing to Scan
Scanning minimum
distances
Specified range accuracy is guaranteed for a minimum scanning distance of 1 meter /
3.28 ft; however, the HDS6000 can measure shorter distances.
When setting up the HDS6000, verify that no objects are within the minimum meas-
urable scanning distance.
The HDS6000 has a range monitoring function which ensures the automatic
deactivation of the laser beam as soon as an object (for example a person) is
detected within the monitored area. As soon as laser safety is activated the
laser will turn off and the Scanner will keep continue to turn. After 4 degrees
of rotation, the laser turns back on. If an object is still in the way, the laser
will immediatly turn off again, and the scanner will turn another 4 degrees.
This function avoids the exposure of people who are accidentally looking into
the laser beam within the monitored area.
In mode FAR (standard setting) an area of 0.3 m / 12 inch around the point
of origin of the HDS6000 (centre of the mirror) is monitored.
In the mode CLOSE no safety distance is needed.
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