Introduction
This guide explains how to set up the Hexagon Absolute Arm and target object to perform a 3D scan. See the guide Hexagon Absolute Arm: Executing a Scan for more information on performing a scan.
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Turn on the scanner by holding the power button
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Ensure the ethernet cable is plugged into the arm and the computer
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Place the scan object between 15" - 35" from the scanner
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Placing the object too close or too far will make scanning more challenging
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The best placement is where you feel that you can point the scanner into most sections of the scanned object
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You can also use a vice to hold the object. It can help you scan more area per setup
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The RDS Control Panel is needed to manage the Absolute Arm's scanner. It is used to check if the computer detects the arm
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You can access the RDS Control Panel by going to: All programs > RDS > RDS Control Panel
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If the RDS Control Panel failed to detect the scanner, the Summary screen has no information
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If the RDS Control Panel detects the scanner, the Summary tab will have information about the Romer Absolut Arm
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If the scanner is not detected after a few minutes, check that it is turned on and the cables are connected to the computer. If the scanner is still not detected, restart the computer
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The Absolute Romer Arm automatically detects and scans any color so it does not require any more setup
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This means that it will scan the table or any vice used to hold it. That data can be removed in post processing
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