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- Page 1 MikroCAD premium 1.6 x 1.2 Quick Start Guide 15215-01.05_MANUAL_Quickstart_MikroCAD_premium1.6x1.2_revB...
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Page 2: Downloading The Software
Getting Started with the MikroCAD Scanner Congratulations on purchasing a MikroCAD 3D Scanner. This quick start guide provides you with the resources to get you started on 3D scanning. Downloading the Software You can download the MikroCAD installer at http://lmi3d.com/support/downloads/mikrocad. - Page 3 Hardware Included with Your MikroCAD Scanner When you receive your MikroCAD scanner, check that all components are included: Number Description 3D Scanner and stand Two Ethernet cables (one long, one short) MikroCAD software dongle (separate purchase; required for using measurement...
- Page 4 Installing the MikroCAD Software 1. After downloading the MikroCAD sofware installer, double-click it. See “Downloading the Software” on page 2 for information on downloading the installer. 2. Accept the license agreement and then click Next repeatedly to step through the...
- Page 5 You may change the default values if you wish, but we recommend leaving .NET Runtime 4.0 selected to ensure that it is installed.
- Page 6 3. Click Install. The installer installs the MikroCAD software. 4. Restart the computer if you are instructed to do so.
- Page 7 Connecting the Scanner Cables 1. Using the short Ethernet cable, connect the Data/IN port on the Power over Ethernet injector to an Ethernet port on the computer (sold separately). 2. Using the long Ethernet cable, connect the P+D/OUT port on the Power over Ethernet injector to the scanner’s Ethernet port.
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Page 8: Using The Scanner
The dongle is required to perform measurements, but not to acquire data. Windows may install a driver when you insert the dongle. 4. Launch the MikroCAD software. If the scanner is not listed in the scanner selection dialog, or if the scanner repeatedly tries... - Page 9 Avoid looking into the light projector or limit exposure to less than one minute. 6. Configure the brightness using the slider in the MikroCAD software. Use the Intensity Profile graph in the software to guide you. Try to set the brightness so that most of the peaks are below 256 and near the middle of the graph.
- Page 10 To focus the scanner, align the vertical line of the projected cross pattern with the vertical line of the red cross in the MikroCAD software. Use the small knob on the column stand to fine-tune the focus. Use the large knob on the column stand to move the scanner more quickly.
- Page 11 Failing to close the software before disconnecting the scanner may cause damage to the scanner. The scanner does not need to be powered to perform measurements on the acquired data. Setup of the MikroCAD Series 3D Scanner is now complete.
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Page 12: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If the MikroCAD software can’t connect to the scanner or you see no image in the software, verify the following. Power and Connections Check power and connections: • Ensure that the power cord is plugged into a wall outlet and that the power cord is... - Page 13 3. Double-click the network card that you will use to connect to the scanner. 4. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) in the list and click Properties.
- Page 14 5. In the General tab, make sure Obtain an IP address automatically is selected. When Obtain an IP address automatically is selected, Windows attempts to connect to a DHCP server for 60 seconds. If the computer is connected directly to a scanner, however, you can avoid this delay by instead selecting Use the following IP address and using the following settings: •...
- Page 15 6. In the Alternate Configuration tab, make sure Automatic private IP address is selected, and then click OK. 7. Click Close in the Local Area Connection Properties dialog. Address Conflicts Address conflicts can prevent connections to the sensor. This may happen if there is more than one active network connection (WiFi or wired) on the computer to which the scanner is connected.
- Page 16 2. Click on Change adapter settings. 3. Right-click any wireless or wired connection that you do not use, and choose Disable. 4. Repeat for all other unused connections.
- Page 17 LMI Technologies, their partners, and resellers accept no liability for any damages (personal or to property) incurred as a result of improper use, incorrect assembly, failure to adhere to safety precautions, and/or mistreatment of this product (including its components). Copyright © 2016 LMI Technologies Inc. All rights reserved.
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