B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page2 CONTENTS Scope of applicability ............................4 1.1. Description and type of machine......................4 1.2. EU statement of conformity ........................4 Instructions on using the unit safely......................... 5 2.1. Explanation of symbols ..........................5 2.2.
B9 Scan 500 Mondrian Edition B9 Scan 500 is a laboratory device built by E.G.S. srl, Via del Tappezziere 4, 40138 Bologna (BO), Italy. B9 Scan 500 is an easily operated, high-precision, two axes 3D scanner based on structured light technology. It has an "open" casing configuration and it can handle big size models.
B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page5 This statement will become invalid in case of any modification of the unit that is not coordi- nated with us. A copy of the Conformity Certificate is included in the accessories box. 2. INSTRUCTIONS ON USING THE UNIT SAFELY 2.1.
For working at and with the machine, the operator must draw up written instructions in understandable form and give these to his employees in their own language. These instruc- tions must be based on the B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual and written considering the work to be performed.
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B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page7 CAUTION • Only permissible original spare parts must be used. The use of different parts holds un- known risks and must be avoided at any rate. Proper function and safety of the unit are only guaranteed if the required tests, maintenance, and repair work have been performed by E.G.S.
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B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page8 CAUTION • Do not to watch directly the light beam emitted by video projector. WARNING • This symbol warns about the dangers of electric voltage. In the case of non-compliance the result of an electrical shock with all known effects can be death. This safety symbol is visi- ble on the surface of the main power unit removing the scanner cover.
B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page9 3. USE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SPECIFICATIONS B9 Scan 500 is an electromechanical measuring instrument based on the structured light principle, for laboratory and for professionals, dedicated to the scanning of any type of objects that fits safety inside the acquisition volume.
Check that all components are in perfect condition upon delivery of the machine. If you wish to make a complaint, contact your supplier. 4.1. SCOPE OF DELIVERY Item Q.ty Description Accessories box Additional accessories box Test certificate Quick Start Guide B9 Scan 500 and B9 Scan...
B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page13 5. STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION 5.1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION The product plate is on the scanner rear panel. Item B9 Scan 500 A) Company & Product Label: Product type, Serial Number, Prod- uct year, Rating, Weight NOTE •...
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B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page14 Item B9 Scan 500 A) On\Off switch B) Long spacer C) Coupling system D) Main On\Off AC switch E) Fuses F) AC Socket G) USB 2.0 Ports H) Ethernet Ports I) USB 3.2 Ports...
• For dimensions and weight refer to paragraph "Technical data". 6.2. UNPACKING The B9 Scan 500 device is shipped inside a cardboard box. 1. Open the upper side of the cardboard box at the position where the clamps are present.
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B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page16 • Take care not to pinch your fingers when placing the scanner on the table. NOTE • It is suggested to keep the packaging in case you need to ship the scanner for technical...
B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page17 7. LOCATION AND INSTALLATION The requirements for a correct installation are listed below: • The scanner must be placed on a solid, rigid and skid-proof surface (laboratory desks, racks) so that a horizontal safe position is ensured. The table should have a load bearing capacity of at least 80 kg.
B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page18 • The humidity should be less than 80 %. • Do not initialize the scanner prior to acclimatization. 7.1. HARDWARE SETUP To properly setup the hardware follow the below steps: Item B9 Scan 500 Connect the mouse and the keyboard using USB 2.0...
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B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page19 Item B9 Scan 500 Connect the DVI-I cable to the vertical scanner DVI-I port and plug it into the monitor DVI-I port. (The monitor is not included in the package)
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B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page20 Item B9 Scan 500 Connect the scanner and the monitor to AC sockets. Con- nect to mains in accordance with local power supply specifications with flexible mains connecting cable with hot appliance plug and...
B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page21 7.2. SOFTWARE SETUP The B9 Scan application must have a valid software license in order to make the scanner operational. The license activation takes place at the end of the user registration operations to be performed at the first launch of the product.
B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page22 8. OPERATIONS The following pages provide basic information and hints which are essential for successful and error-free working. The operations allowed with the machine are: Operations Acquisition On\Off Setting Model Putting into operation Reset tray position...
2. Turn on the scanner using the front On\Off switch button. After a few seconds, the projector should light up the rotary table with a B9 Scan 500 warm up sequence. When the warm up sequence is finished the scanner will be in idle mode ready for the operations.
B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page24 NOTE If the unit is not to be operated for longer periods: • Turn off the rear AC On/Off switch. • Unplug the mains connecting cable. • Clean the scanner. • Cover the scanner with a cloth to prevent the accumulation of dust inside 8.2.
Error and Causes". 8.2.2. COUPLING SPACER The B9 Scan 500 is delivered with two spacers: a long one A (mounted by default on the scanner) and a short one B. To execute some operations or using accessories, the long spacer must be removed. If re- quired, apply the following procedure: 1.
• It is suggested to use the long spacer always with the retention screw. 8.2.3. CALIBRATION The B9 Scan 500 calibration procedure is a very simple task: 1. Put the calibration plate directly on the long spacer. 2. Double click on the B9 Scan icon on the desktop 3.
B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page27 • Before starting calibration process check if the calibration plate has the same serial num- ber of the scanner, the calibration plate serial number is on the back of the plate itself. If not, do not calibrate the scanner and contact E.G.S. srl customer service.
B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page28 4. Select the acquisition cycle from the "Scans" drop down menu. An incorrect selection can lead to results that could be unsatisfactory. 5. Click on the "Scan" button to start the acquisition process. After the first 3 positions will have been acquired, some points should be visible in the monitor working area.
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B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page29 Item W x D x H [mm] 90 x 60 x 55 The spacer helps to manage models with different height. The below table is suggested. Max model height Spacer Model [mm] Normal size...
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B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page30 8.3.1.2. HIGH MODEL PLACEMENT If the model is more then 50 mm but less, then 70 mm height follow the below procedure: 1. Remove the long spacer from the scanner. See the paragraph "...\Setting Opera- tions\Coupling spacer"...
B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page32 9. TROUBLESHOOTING 9.1. KNOWN ISSUES Hardware • Web camera connected to the PC via USB 2.0 or USB 3.2 port could malfunction the sys- tem. • Do not use USB 2.0 or USB 3.2 portable dongles for mobile Internet.
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B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page33 Error description Possible causes Remedy message appears "Con- tinue with the trial version or insert dongle and re- start" • Wrong license version • Contact E.G.S. srl customer ser- The B9 Scan application doesn't run and an error vice message appears "Invalid...
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B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page34 Error description Possible causes Remedy quality in the final model • The model has some transparent • Use scanning spray (holes, pitted surfaces) or reflective areas • The models is too dark • Use scanning spray •...
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B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page35 Error description Possible causes Remedy Restat the scanner, restart B9 Scan application and run an- other calibration procedure • Calibration plate damaged or • Replace the calibration plate scratched • Wrong spacer used • Use long spacer •...
B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page36 9.3. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Every time B9 Scan application starts, a check is performed in order to verify the software and hardware settings. If an error is detected, the dialog box of the Configuration Control Panel will be shown.
B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page37 10. B9 SCAN USER'S GUIDE See the B9 Scan User's Guide manual for further details. Double click on the B9 Scan icon on the desktop, select Main menu -> User Guide.
We recommend to conclude a maintenance contract with our service agents; an offer can be requested there: see paragraph "Service". 11.1. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE The B9 Scan 500 periodic maintenance operations are: Maintenance Action 6M 12M Cleaning Cover &...
11.1.2. DUST FILTER CLEANING B9 Scan 500 optical group is equipped with a dust filter. It should be checked periodically and cleaned or replaced if required. 1. Remove all the USB, HDMI or DVI cables or other devices plugged to the scanner 2.
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B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page40 4. Remove the filter by hands moving it in the arrow direction. 5. Use a blow of low pressure compressed air to clean it. Direct the air blow as shown in the figure. If necessary, replace the entire filter.
B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page41 11.2. FUSES REPLACING B9 Scan 500 is provided with 2 x T5A 250V fuses integrated in the rear AC On\Off switch to overcurrent protection. To replace them remove with a small screwdriver the fuse plastic cap.
NOTE • The B9 Scan 500 is provided with all the software required for the operations. If additional software is installed it could cause malfunctions to the system. E.G.S. srl will not accept any liability for damage to the unit resulting from a software installation not authorized by E.G.S.
B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page43 13. DISPOSAL The unit is designed to be operated for 5 years For the disposal of spare parts or of the unit please contact E.G.S. srl Service Department directly. 13.1. DISPOSAL OF OLD EQUIPMENT ACCORDING TO WEEE...
B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page46 B9 Scan 500 integrated PC has the following characteristics: Specifications B9 Scan 500 Intel I7 10700F 4.8 Ghz NVIDIA GT 1030 2GB DDR5 SSD 1T SATA Hard disk 32GB RAM 2666 MHz DDR4 Memory 1 X HDMI, 1 X DVI-D, 2 X USB 3.2, 2 X USB 2.0,...
B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page49 15. OPERATIONS CHECK LIST Putting into operations...
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B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page50 Turn on the back main On/Off AC switch Turn on the scanner by using the front On/Off switch Wait until warm up sequence is finished and Windows desktop appears Reset tray position Remove any model from the scanner...
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B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page51 Turn off the scanner bt using either the "Shutdown" button in the desktop Start menu or the front switch button...
B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page53 17. DOCUMENT HISTORY ID Code Edition Date Comments DC-0000171 27/11/2019 Emission DC-0000171 23/11/2020 Update due to LumenD, minor fixes DC-0000171 05/02/2021 Updated technical data e minor bugs fixed DC-0000171 09/04/2021 Updated technical data e minor bugs fixed...
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B9 Scan 500 Operating Manual Page54 KEYWORD INDEX No index entries found.
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