Faro PanoCam Installation And Setup

For the focus s series

PanoCam Installation and Setup for the Focus S Series

Note: The PanoCam is only compatible on Focus

Overview

Once you have configured the PanoCam with your Focus Laser Scanner, you can easily add panoramic images to a

project. The camera can be positioned strategically, and the images will be automatically added to the scan project and

can processed with in SCENE.

For additional information on the PanoCam setup and usage see:

•

Accessories Manual for the Focus Laser Scanner

• Ricoh Theta Z1 Camera (As a general preparation, it is recommended to update your Ricoh Theta Z1 camera to the

latest

firmware)

◦ 23 MP (6720 x 3360) camera

◦ 4K video (3840 x 1920, 29,97 f/sec.)

◦ Storage for ~350 RAW+ pictures

◦ USB 3.0, Wifi, Bluetooth

◦ Operating temp: 0°C - 40°C

◦ Storage temp: -20°C - 60°C

• Panocam Mount

https://knowledge.faro.com/Hardware/3D_Scanners/Focus/PanoCam_Installation_and_Setup_for_the_Focus_S_Series

and Focus

Plus models.

Updated: Wed, 27 Oct 2021 07:49:01 GMT

Table of Contents

Do you have a question about the PanoCam and is the answer not in the manual?

Page 1 Plus models. Overview Once you have configured the PanoCam with your Focus Laser Scanner, you can easily add panoramic images to a project. The camera can be positioned strategically, and the images will be automatically added to the scan project and can processed with in SCENE.
Page 2 • SCENE 2021.0 or later Always power OFF both units when installing or removing the PanoCam. Click the link below to download the PanoCam Quickstart installation guide. PanoCam Quickstart Guide Note: The PanoCam should always be removed from the Focus Scanner before shipping or storage in its transport case.
Page 3 Calibration Before any scan projects are created it is required to calibrate the PanoCam after installation. The calibration routine will automatically perform a 1/5 / 2x quality scan, 1 PanoCam picture and an internal camera color capture with even weighted metering.
Page 4 Error Message: "Please connect a panorama camera and ensure that it is switched on." This error is caused when the Focus Laser scanner does not detect the PanoCam: Verify the PanoCam is powered on and that the PanoCam is correctly mounted (see the PanoCam Quickstart Guide mounting information).