Roland Scanner LPX 1200 User Guide

LPX-1200  
User’s Manual  
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To Ensure Safe Use  
Be sure to read this chapter before use. It contains important notes for using this machine safely. Be sure to  
observe the notes when using the machine.  
This manual uses the following notation for important notes on using the machine safely.  
About  
and  
Notices  
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or  
severe injury should the unit be used improperly.  
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or  
material damage should the unit be used improperly.  
* Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused  
with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic  
animals or pets.  
About the Symbols  
The  
symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden).  
The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the  
circle. The symbol at left means the unit must never be disassembled.  
The  
symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specific thing that  
must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. The symbol at left  
means the power-cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.  
About the Power Supply  
Operation and Handling  
Do not disassemble, repair, or modify.  
Do not use with any electrical power sup-  
ply that does not meet the ratings dis-  
played on the AC adapter.  
Doing so may lead to fire or abnormal op-  
eration resulting in injury.  
Use with any other power supply may lead  
to fire or electrocution.  
Do not use while in an abnormal state  
(i.e., emitting smoke, burning odor, un-  
usual noise, or the like).  
Do not use with any power supply other  
than the dedicated AC adapter.  
Doing so may result in fire or electrocution.  
Immediately unplug the power-cord plug  
from the electrical outlet, and contact your  
authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer or ser-  
vice center.  
Use with any other power supply may lead  
to fire or electrocution.  
Use only with the power cord included  
with this product.  
Use with other than the included power cord  
may lead to fire or electrocution.  
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About the Power Supply  
Operation and Handling  
Do not use with a damaged AC adapter,  
power cord, or power-cord plug, or with  
a loose electrical outlet.  
Lifting and carrying are operations that  
must be carried out by two persons, by  
grasping the bottom of the machine.  
Doing so may lead to  
fire, electrical shock,  
or electrocution.  
Failing to do so may result in injury.  
Securely fasten the object to be scanned  
to the table so that it does not slip or  
topple over.  
The table rotates during scanning. Tipover  
or contact by the scan object may cause dam-  
age. Scan-object damage is not covered by  
warranty.  
Do not attempt to unplug the power-cord  
plug with wet hands.  
Doing so may result  
in electrical shock  
or electrocution.  
Do not use if the housing or window area  
is cracked or deformed.  
In such cases, there is danger of external  
emission of Class 3R laser light. Staring at  
externally emitted laser light may cause eye  
injury.  
Do not damage or modify the electrical  
power cord, subject it to excessive bend-  
ing, twisting, pulling, binding, or pinch-  
ing, or place any object or weight on it.  
Do not insert metal objects, flammable  
objects, or any other foreign object into  
interior areas other than the top of the  
table. Also, do not place water or other  
liquids on any area, including the table.  
Doing so may dam-  
age the electrical  
power cord, lead-  
ing to fire, electri-  
cal shock, or elec-  
trocution.  
Doing so may cause fire.  
Never try to scan an object whose height  
is 206.3 mm or more, or that protrudes  
beyond the table.  
When unplugging the electrical power  
cord from the power outlet, grasp the  
plug, not the cord.  
The object may strike the interior of the ma-  
chine, causing breakdown or damage. The  
scan object may also be damaged. Scan-ob-  
ject damage is not covered by warranty.  
Unplugging by pull-  
ing the cord may  
damage it, leading to  
fire, electrical shock,  
or electrocution.  
About the Installation Site  
When not in use for several hours, un-  
plug the power-cord plug from the elec-  
trical outlet.  
Install on a stable surface.  
Failure to do so may  
result in the unit tip-  
ping over, leading to  
injury.  
Failure to do so may re-  
sult in danger of electri-  
cal shock, electrocution,  
or fire due to deteriora-  
tion of electrical insula-  
tion.  
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About the Labels Affixed to the AC Adaptor and Unit  
Front  
AC Adaptor  
Rating label  
Use a rated power supply.  
In addition to these symbols, the symbol shown below is also used.  
: Indicates a handy tip or advice regarding use.  
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Usage Cautions  
About the Installation Site  
Use the machine in an operating environment that meets the following conditions.  
Temperature: 10 to 40ºC (50 to 104ºF) [25ºC (77ºF) or more recommended]  
Humidity: 35 to 80% (no condensation)  
Never use the machine in any of the following situations.  
• Places with excessive humidity or dust.  
• Places subject to high temperature.  
• Places with excessive vibration.  
• Places with electrical noise.  
• Places with poor heat dissipation.  
Operation and Handling  
Be sure to remove the head retainer before use.  
Failure to remove it may cause breakdown.  
Never subject the machine to impact during a scanning operation.  
Doing so may cause scanning noise.  
Except in an emergency, never open the machine's door during a scanning operation.  
Doing so switches off the power, and scanning operation cannot be resumed.  
Never touch any internal component except the table.  
Doing so may make scanning impossible.  
Connect the AC adapter and USB cable securely so that they do not come loose or experience faulty  
connection during use.  
Failure to do so may make scanning impossible.  
Use a shielded USB cable having a length of three meters or less. Never use a USB hub or the like.  
Failure to do so may make scanning impossible.  
Important Cautions Regarding Laser Light  
This machine uses a laser beam to scan objects, but dangerous laser radiation is not emitted outside the machine. It is  
safe to view the laser light through the window.  
However, this may not be the case if the machine is disassembled or if its cover or safety devices are broken or disabled.  
Please observe the cautionary notes in this documentation and never attempt to use this machine if the machine is in an  
abnormal state.  
Direct contact with the laser beam will not cause burns or fire due to incorrect use or the like. The natural blink reflex  
protects the eye in the event that laser light from the machine directly enters the eye, but staring directly into the laser  
beam may result in eye injury.  
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right. Roland DG Corp. will not be responsible for any violation of third-party copyright by any article made through  
use of this product.  
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Table of Contents  
To Ensure Safe Use............................................................................................................................... 1  
About the Labels Affixed to the AC Adaptor and Unit .......................................................................................................................... 3  
Usage Cautions ..................................................................................................................................... 4  
Table of Contents................................................................................................................................... 5  
What Is the LPX-1200? ......................................................................................................................... 7  
Features .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 7  
Scanning System ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 7  
About the Documentation ...................................................................................................................... 8  
Names and Functions............................................................................................................................ 9  
1. Preparing the Machine .............................................................................................. 11  
1-1 Checking Accessaries ................................................................................................................... 12  
1-2 Installing ........................................................................................................................................ 13  
Installation Environment ....................................................................................................................................................................... 13  
Removing the Protective Material ........................................................................................................................................................ 14  
Connecting the Power Cable ................................................................................................................................................................. 15  
1-3 Installing and Setting Up the Software.......................................................................................... 16  
Installing the Driver ............................................................................................................................................................................... 16  
What to Do If Installation Is Impossible ............................................................................................................................................... 22  
Installing the Programs .......................................................................................................................................................................... 24  
Making the Settings for Using Dr.PICZA3 .......................................................................................................................................... 25  
2. Creating 3D Data ........................................................................................................ 27  
2-1 Task Flow....................................................................................................................................... 28  
2-2 Mounting the Scan Object ............................................................................................................. 29  
Preparing the Scan Object ..................................................................................................................................................................... 29  
Mounting the Scan Object ..................................................................................................................................................................... 31  
2-3 Performing Scanning..................................................................................................................... 32  
Basic Scanning ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 32  
Checking the Scanning Results ............................................................................................................................................................. 35  
2-4 Finishing the Data ......................................................................................................................... 36  
Selecting and Scanning a Specific Area................................................................................................................................................ 36  
Creating New Polygons ......................................................................................................................................................................... 40  
2-5 Saving and Exporting Data ........................................................................................................... 41  
Saving Data ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 41  
Exporting Data ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 41  
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3. Editing Scanning Results - Using 3D Editor ........................................................... 43  
3-1 What You Can Do Using 3D Editor ............................................................................................... 44  
3-2 Importing and Exporting Data ....................................................................................................... 45  
Importing Scanning Results Immediately ............................................................................................................................................. 45  
Importing and Exporting ....................................................................................................................................................................... 45  
Importing More Than One Set of Data ................................................................................................................................................. 45  
3-3 Basic Operations for Objects ........................................................................................................ 46  
How to View the 3D Editor Window .................................................................................................................................................... 46  
Let's Try Editing Data with 3D Editor .................................................................................................................................................. 47  
4. What to Do If... ............................................................................................................ 51  
4-1 What to Do If... .............................................................................................................................. 52  
4-2 When Moving the Machine............................................................................................................ 53  
5. Appendix..................................................................................................................... 55  
5-1 Specifications ................................................................................................................................ 56  
Machine Specifications ......................................................................................................................................................................... 56  
System Requirements for the Software................................................................................................................................................. 56  
System Requirements for USB Connection.......................................................................................................................................... 56  
5-2 Table Dimensional Drawing........................................................................................................... 57  
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What Is the LPX-1200?  
Features  
The LPX-1200 is a three-dimensional (3D) scanner that uses a noncontacting laser method to scan the shape of solid  
objects.  
Noncontacting Laser System for Fast, Dependable Scanning  
You can perform scanning without contact with the scan object, using a laser beam. This enables high-speed scanning  
without the worry of damage to the object.  
Support for Two Scanning Modes  
Using the included Dr. PICZA3 program lets you perform scanning in either of two modes: plane scan or rotary scan.  
You can choose the scanning mode that matches the shape of the scan object. By combining the two modes, you can  
even scan objects with complex shapes.  
A Wide Array of Scanning Functions  
In addition to the two basic scanning modes, line-segment and point scanning functions are also supported. By using Dr.  
PICZA3, you can extract the data for just the characteristic line segments (such as contour lines) and points of an object.  
Using this as auxiliary data for three-dimensional modeling operations using CAD or computer-graphics programs  
makes it possible to reduce the time and effort of modeling operations.  
Scanning System  
The LPX-1200 scans objects using laser light. It emits a spot beam onto the scan object and detects reflected light from  
the object with sensors.  
Laser emitter  
Sensor  
It performs scanning as it rotates the scan object and moves the laser beam from bottom to top.  
Rotating table  
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About the Documentation  
This machine comes with the following documentation.  
User's Manual (this document)  
Read this first. It contains important notes and cautions on usage, as well describing scanning methods, what to do in the  
event of a problem, and other information.  
Dr.PICZA3 Online Help  
3D Editor Online Help  
You view this documentation on your computer screen. Installing the program enables you to view the documentation.  
See "1-3 Installing and Setting Up the Software."  
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It provides detailed descriptions of the commands you use for each of the programs.  
You can use either of two methods to view the documentation.  
• From the [Start] Menu in Windows  
From the [Start] menu, choose [All programs (or Programs)], then [Roland Dr.PICZA3 (Roland 3D Editor)], then  
[Dr.PICZA3 (3D Editor) Help].  
• Clicking the Help Menu in the Program  
From the [Help] menu, click [Contents].  
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Names and Functions  
Front  
Door  
Table  
When performing scanning, be sure to close  
this. The power cannot be switched on while  
the door is open. Opening the door while the  
power is on switches off the machine.  
This is the base where you place objects  
to be scanned. It rotates during scanning.  
Never touch any internal area other than  
the table.  
Interlock switch  
This is one of the safety devices. Never  
insert any objects here. Doing so may keep  
the door open and prevent the safety de-  
vices from working properly.  
Power button  
This switches the power on and off. To  
switch on the power, you press this but-  
ton. To switch off the power, you hold it  
down for one second or longer. The color  
of the light indicates the status of the ma-  
chine.  
Movement lights  
These are arranged in a ring around the  
power button. They flash when the ma-  
chine is performing some operation.  
Rear  
USB connector  
This connects a USB cable (sold sepa-  
rately).  
AC adapter jack  
This connects the AC adapter.  
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About the Indicator Lights  
The lighted state of the power button and the movement lights tells you the status of the LPX-1200.  
Indicator lights  
The status of the LPX-1200  
Power button  
Dark  
Movement lights  
Dark  
The power is off.  
Lit (blue)  
Lit (blue)  
Lit (blue)  
Flashing two at a time  
Dark  
Initialization is in progress.  
Scanning is possible.  
Scanning is in progress.  
An error has occurred.  
Flashing one at a time  
Lit or flashing (blue and red) (*)  
Lit or flashing (red)  
Dark  
See "4-1 What to do if..."  
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(*)Illumination pattern (blue and red)  
Red  
Blue  
Status Indicated by the Movement Lights  
These light up blue and move clockwise two at a time during initialization at powerup, and one at a time during scan-  
ning.  
Flashing two at a time  
Move clockwise  
Flashing one at a time  
Move clockwise  
Initialization  
Scanning  
When you open or close the door after connecting the power cable to the machine, the power button and movement lights flash  
momentarily, but this is normal and does not indicate a problem.  
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1. Preparing the Machine  
This section describes what to do when you first open the packing, in-  
cluding how to connect the machine to a computer and install the pro-  
grams and the like.  
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1-1 Checking Accessaries  
The following items are packed with the machine. Make sure they are all present and accounted for.  
AC adaptor: 1  
Power cord: 1  
Clay: 1  
CD-ROM: 1  
User's Manual: 1  
Roland Pixform Pro: 1  
1. Preparing the Machine  
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1-2 Installing  
Installation Environment  
Place in a level, stable location.  
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1-2 Installing  
Removing the Protective Material  
Open the door and remove the protective material.  
Back of the door  
Peel off the tape and remove the packing.  
Packing  
Peel off the tape.  
Packing  
Packing  
Inside the door  
Remove the head retainer. Unscrew the screws by hand.  
Screw  
Head retainer  
Screw  
Never touch or try to move and internal equipment other than the head retainer and the screws.  
The head retainer and packing will be needed if you must repackage the product. Please do not throw them  
away.  
ꢀ See "4-2 When Moving the Machine."  
1. Preparing the Machine  
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1-2 Installing  
Connecting the Power Cable  
Connect the power cord and the AC adapter.  
The rear of the machine  
AC adaptor jack  
AC adaptor  
Power cord  
When you connect the power cable to the machine, the power button and movement lights flash momentarily, but this is normal  
and does not indicate a problem.  
1. Preparing the Machine  
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1-3 Installing and Setting Up the Software  
Here you connect the machine to your computer and install and set up the included software on the computer, enabling  
you to perform scanning with the machine.  
Installing the Driver  
Connect the machine to the computer and install the driver.  
Be sure to follow this procedure to install the driver. Failure to do so may make installation impossible.  
Go to "1-3 Installing and Setting Up the Software," see "What to Do If Installation Is Impossible."  
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Procedure  
Windows XP  
Start Windows and log on as "Administrator."  
1
Insert the Roland Software Package CD-ROM  
into the CD-ROM drive.  
2
The setup menu appears automatically.  
Switch on the machine.  
Press the power button.  
3
Wait a short while until the light stops flashing.  
The flashing continues for about one minute.  
From this point on, keep the machine's door closed  
until installation ends. Failure to do so switches off  
the power, which may prevent installation from com-  
pleting correctly.  
These lights flash clock-  
wise two at a time.  
Connect a USB cable (sold separately).  
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USB connector USB cable  
The [Found New Hardware Wizard] dialog appears.  
Computer  
The rear of  
the machine  
USB port  
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Choose [Install the software automatically], then  
click [Next].  
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When this window appears, click [Continue  
Anyway].  
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7
Installation starts automatically.  
Click [Finish].  
The [Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard] dia-  
log appears.  
Carry out steps 5 through 7 again.  
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This completes the installation of the driver.  
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Windows 2000  
Start Windows and log on as "Administrator."  
1
Insert the Roland Software Package CD-ROM  
into the CD-ROM drive.  
2
The setup menu appears automatically.  
Switch on the machine.  
3
Wait a short while until the light stops flashing.  
The flashing continues for about one minute.  
Press the power button.  
From this point on, keep the machine's door closed  
until installation ends. Failure to do so switches off  
the power, which may prevent installation from com-  
pleting correctly.  
These lights flash clock-  
wise two at a time.  
Connect a USB cable (sold separately).  
4
USB connector USB cable  
The [Found New Hardware Wizard] dialog appears.  
Computer  
The rear of  
the machine  
USB port  
Click [Next].  
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Select [Search for a suitable driver for my de-  
vice], then click [Next].  
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7
Select the [CD-ROM drives] check box, then  
click [Next].  
Click [Next].  
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Installation starts automatically.  
Click [Finish].  
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The [Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard] dia-  
log appears.  
Carry out steps 5 through 9 again.  
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This completes the installation of the driver.  
1. Preparing the Machine  
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Windows Me/98  
Start Windows.  
1
Insert the Roland Software Package CD-ROM  
into the CD-ROM drive.  
2
The setup menu appears automatically.  
Switch on the machine.  
3
Wait a short while until the light stops flashing.  
The flashing continues for about one minute.  
Press the power button.  
From this point on, keep the machine's door closed  
until installation ends. Failure to do so switches off  
the power, which may prevent installation from com-  
pleting correctly.  
These lights flash clock-  
wise two at a time.  
Connect a USB cable (sold separately).  
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USB connector USB cable  
The [Add New Hardware Wizard] dialog appears.  
Computer  
The rear of  
the machine  
USB port  
Click [Next].  
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Choose [Search for the best driver for your de-  
vice], then click [Next].  
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• Windows Me  
Installation of the driver starts automatically.  
• Windows 98  
Choose the folder on the Roland Software  
Package CD-ROM to search the driver.  
Double-click on your CD-  
ROM drive.  
3
Choose  
[\Drivers\LPX-1200].  
4
Choose [Specify  
a location].  
Click the button.  
Click [OK].  
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2
5
Execute installation of the driver.  
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9
Click [Next].  
Clicking this button starts  
installing.  
Click [Finish].  
Installation is executed automatically.  
This completes the installation of the driver.  
1. Preparing the Machine  
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What to Do If Installation Is Impossible  
If installation quits partway through, or if the wizard does not appear when you connect the USB cable, take action as  
follows.  
Procedure  
If the [Found New Hardware Wizard] dialog appears, click [Finish] to close it.  
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Display [Add or Remove Programs] (or [Add/Remove Programs]).  
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• Windows XP  
From the [Start] menu, choose [Control Panel], then click [Add or Remove Programs].  
• Windows 2000/Me/98  
From the [Start] menu, choose [Settings], then [Control Panel], then click [Add/Remove Programs].  
Uninstall [Roland LPX-1200 USB Device].  
3
Click  
Click  
Click  
Detach the USB cable connected to the printer.  
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6
Restart Windows.  
Follow the procedure in "Installing the Driver" to redo installation from the beginning.  
If [Roland LPX-1200 USB Device] does not appear in the list, follow the steps below.  
Display [System Properties].  
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• Windows XP  
Click the [Start] menu, then right-click [My Computer]. Click [Properties].  
• Windows 2000/Me/98  
Right-click [My Computer] on the desktop. Click [Properties].  
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Display [Device Manager].  
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• Windows XP/2000  
Click the tab.  
1
Click the [Hardware] tab, then click [Device Manager].  
Click the button.  
2
• Windows Me/98  
Click [Device Manager].  
Delete [LPX-1200].  
• Windows XP/2000  
Click this, then click  
[Uninstall].  
3
Double-click  
this.  
1
2
Click [OK].  
4
Click this.  
• Windows Me/98  
Click this.  
1
Click [OK].  
3
Click the button.  
2
Close the [Device Manager] dialog and click [OK].  
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Follow steps 4 through 6 on the previous page to redo installation from the beginning.  
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Installing the Programs  
Install the following programs.  
Dr.PICZA3  
This program enables you to perform scanning using the machine.  
3D Editor  
This program enables you to edit scanned 3D data.  
LPX Head Move  
This program enables you to move the head to a fixed position when repacking the machine.  
Make sure the screen shown in the figure is  
displayed.  
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2
Follow the on-screen instructions to start instal-  
lation and setup.  
Clicking the button  
starts installing.  
Select [LPX-1200].  
Make sure that all the  
boxes be checked.  
When the screen shown in the figure appears,  
click "Next." Thereafter, follow the on-screen  
instructions.  
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When all installation and setup finishes, the final win-  
dow appears.  
Click [Close].  
This completes the installation of the included software.  
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1-3 Installing and Setting Up the Software  
Making the Settings for Using Dr.PICZA3  
You use the included Dr. PICZA3 program to make the settings that let you perform scanning with the machine.  
Start Dr.PICZA3.  
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From the [Start] menu, choose [All programs (or Programs)], then [Roland Dr.PICZA3], then [Dr.PICZA3].  
Go to the [File] menu and click [Preferences].  
2
Make the setting for the communication port and the unit of measurement to use with Dr. PICZA3.  
3
Click this after you complete  
making the setting.  
Choose the number of the port  
labeled "(Roland LPX-1200 USB  
Port)."  
Set [Units] to either [mm] or [inch].  
This completes all the preparations you need to make to perform scanning using the machine.  
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2. Creating 3D Data  
This chapter describes how to create 3D data using the machine and  
the included Dr. PICZA3 program.  
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2-1 Task Flow  
This machine can scan three-dimensional shapes using the included Dr. PICZA3 program. To make 3D data obtained by  
scanning available for use by other programs, you need to convert and save the data using Dr. PICZA3.  
This section describes the sequence of operations from getting ready to scan through to saving the 3D data.  
Prepare the object to be scanned and mount it on the machine.  
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Check whether the object you want to scan (we'll call this the "scan object") is suitable for scanning, and if so,  
mount it on the machine.  
See "2-2 Mounting the Scan Object."  
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Perform scanning.  
2
Use Dr. PICZA3 to carry out scanning (basic scanning).  
See "2-3 Performing Scanning."  
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Finish the data.  
3
After the basic scanning, you finish the data to the appropriate degree by performing additional scanning and  
creating polygon meshes as required.  
See "2-4 Finishing the Data."  
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Save the data.  
4
Save the finished data in a file format compatible with the program you're using.  
See "2-5 Saving and Exporting Data."  
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Using the included 3D Editor program lets you import directly and edit data scanned with Dr. PICZA3.  
See "3. Editing Scanning Results -- Using 3D Editor."  
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2-2 Mounting the Scan Object  
First, you prepare the object to be scanned. After making sure the object is one that can be scanned, you mount the object  
on the machine.  
Preparing the Scan Object  
This machine is not able to scan every possible kind of object. Some objects may be impossible to scan because of their  
composition or shape. Refer to the following and make sure the object to be scanned is one that can be scanned on this  
machine.  
Object size  
Never try to scan an object that protrudes beyond the table or whose size exceeds the scanning area.  
Doing so may cause the machine to malfunction or damage the object to be scanned.  
An object that protrudes beyond the table or whose height is too high cannot be scanned.  
130 mm  
No  
206.2 mm  
Table  
In such cases, consider separating the object into pieces whose individual sizes do not protrude beyond the area de-  
scribed above.  
Object shape  
Areas where the laser beam strikes at a shallow angle cannot be scanned.  
No  
20 degrees or less  
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Object material  
An object that has a comparatively smooth surface is suitable for scanning. Fabrics and objects that have a rough nap  
cannot be scanned.  
Yes  
No  
An object may be difficult to scan because of the type of material it is made of, or because of its color or other qualities.  
Objects of a nonglossy  
Objects that do not pass  
light  
Brightly colored objects  
(White, yellow, red, etc.)  
Yes  
No  
Yes material (plaster, wood, or  
Yes  
No  
modeling clay etc.)  
Glossy and highly reflec-  
tive objects (metals,  
mirrors, etc.)  
Clear or transparent  
objects  
Dark-colored objects  
(black, blue, etc.)  
No  
In such cases, applying a surface coat (primer coat) to the object may make scanning possible.  
(*) Avoid highly reflective objects because of danger of eye injury.  
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Mounting the Scan Object  
Choose the object to be scanned, then mount the scan object.  
Mount in the center of the table.  
Secure the bottom surface  
in place with clay or the like.  
Table  
Table centerline  
The table rotates during scanning. Using double-sided tape, clay, or the like, fasten the object in place securely so that it  
will not fall over or slip. Any slipping of the object makes correct scanning impossible.  
When the object to be scanned has areas with cavities or voids, mounting the object at an orientation that allows the laser  
beam to pass through the cavities, as shown in the figure, makes scanning easier.  
Scan object  
Orientation of  
the laser beam  
Cavity  
Table  
Orientation  
of the laser  
beam  
Effective Sensor Area  
130 mm  
The figure at right shows the area in which the machine's sensors  
detect the reflection of the laser beam, allowing the object to be  
scanned.  
203.2 mm  
The surfaces that reflect laser light as the table rotates and the ob-  
ject passes through this area can be scanned.  
Effective Sensor  
Area  
When scanning an object that is considerably uneven, or that is  
crank-shaped, you may need to take this effective sensor area into  
account.  
3 mm  
Table  
30 mm  
If the object is mounted at the edge of the table, it may not be  
possible to scan the entire object correctly.  
In the case of the apple shown at right, the area enclosed by the  
shaded portion is not scanned.  
Outside the effective  
sensor area  
Not reached by  
the laser beam  
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2-3 Performing Scanning  
Once you have mounted the object of the machine, you can now perform scanning.  
Before you start scanning, make sure the door is closed and turn on the machine.  
Basic Scanning  
This is the scanning that you perform first after mounting the scan object. The scanning data obtained by executing basic  
scanning makes possible a wide variety of operations.  
Procedure  
Start Dr.PICZA3.  
1
From the [Start] menu, choose [All programs (or Programs)], then [Roland  
Dr.PICZA3], then [Dr.PICZA3].  
Click the [  
] button.  
2
3
The [Scan] dialog box appears.  
Choose the scanning mode that matches the shape of the  
scan object.  
Click one of these buttons.  
The [Settings for Scanning] dialog box appears.  
• Object whose shape is close to a sphere or cylinder  
• Object with little unevenness  
Choose rotary scanning.  
• Other object  
Choose plane scanning.  
You normally choose plane scanning, which has little restric-  
tions as to shape.  
Click the [  
] button.  
4
The preview starts.  
From this point on, never open the door until scanning ends. Doing  
so switches off the power. Scanning cannot be resumed when you  
then switch on the power again.  
The general shape of The height of the  
the object to be  
scanning area is  
scanned is displayed. setting automati-  
cally at this time.  
Click  
Preview in progress  
After preview has finished  
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While viewing the preview, make the following settings, then start scanning.  
Scanning pitch  
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Using a fine setting can reproduce details more accurately, but the amount of memory required increases, and scanning takes  
longer time.  
Scanning area  
Specify the minimum area that allows the entire object to be scanned, thereby speeding up scanning time.  
(The following settings are only for plane scanning.)  
The number of scanning surfaces  
You can specify from one to as many as six surfaces. It's a good idea to decide on the number of surfaces to match the shape  
of the object.  
Scanning angle  
Specify the incident angle of the laser for each surface. It may be a good idea to set the preview to Top View.  
Setting screen for scanning (plane scan)  
This changes to the surface  
whose scanning angle you  
want to set (plane scan only).  
This sets the number of  
scanning surfaces (plane  
scan only).  
This sets the scanning area.  
During rotary scan, these set the  
"Height Direction" and "Circum-  
ferential" pitch values.  
This changes the orientation  
and perspective for the preview.  
This sets the scanning angle  
(plane scan only).  
These let you switch between Top  
View and Front, and expand or  
reduce the view.  
This displays the amount of  
memory that scanning requires.  
This sets the scanning pitch.  
Clicking the button displays the  
estimated scanning time.  
During rotary scan, these make the  
settings for "Height" and "Circum-  
ference."  
Clicking this button  
starts scanning.  
When scanning ends, the results of scanning appear.  
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Scanning Pitch and Scanning Area  
The methods for making the settings are different for plane scanning and rotary scanning.  
Plane scan  
Rotary scan  
Width-direction pitch  
Circumferential pitch  
0 degrees  
Last point  
Height-  
direction  
pitch  
circumferentially  
Scanning  
Height  
Height-direction  
pitch  
Last point  
Scanning Height  
Start point  
Start point  
Scanning width  
Required Memory  
[Required Memory] at the lower right of the [Settings for Scanning] dialog box is automatically updated when you change the  
scanning area or scanning pitch. When this amount of memory exceeds the amount of free memory on the computer, perform-  
ing scanning may result in extremely slow processing by the computer. We recommend making sure enough memory is in-  
stalled in the computer when you are performing scans that use up large amounts of memory.  
For reference:  
Maximum memory use  
(amount of memory used when scanning at maximum scanning area and minimum scanning pitch)  
Plane scan : 1148 Mbyte (per surface)  
Rotary scan : 1767 Mbyte  
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Checking the Scanning Results  
You can examine the results of scanning while changing the view method and perspective. The Scan List displays a list  
of scanning data. For detailed information about this window, see the online help for Dr. PICZA3.  
These move and rotate the  
perspective, and change the  
amount of zoom.  
This changes the view  
method.  
The three-dimensional  
item that has been  
scanned is called the  
"object."  
Drag the object to orient  
the area you want to  
examine to the front.  
Dr.PICZA3 Window  
This indicates the name of a  
group that contains a number  
of objects.  
This switches between  
showing and hiding the  
group and the object.  
This indicates the name of the  
object.  
Scan list  
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2-4 Finishing the Data  
You take the data from basic scanning and modify it to produce finished data that has the form you want.  
Selecting and Scanning a Specific Area  
After the basic scanning, you can select specific areas and performing additional scanning (rescanning). The available  
types of rescanning are as follows.  
Rescan  
You use rescanning when you want to increase the number of measuring points (scan points) and enhance the degree of  
completion of the 3D data.  
Rescan required  
areas in detail.  
Perform coarse scanning  
of the entire object.  
You can reproduce detailed  
surface patterns.  
...you rescan  
just these areas.  
Even when holes are present...  
The holes are sealed, yielding  
the same shape as the original!  
Line Scan/Point Scan  
You use line scanning and point scanning when you want line-segment or point data to serve as supplemental data for  
three-dimensional modeling operations using CAD or computer-graphics programs.  
Perform line scanning with Dr.  
PICZA3...  
...and re-create the  
curved surfaces with  
the 3D CAD program!  
Perform point scanning with Dr.  
PICZA3...  
...and re-create the  
curves with the 3D  
CAD program!  
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Scanning Modes for Rescanning  
You can choose the same scanning modes for rescanning and line scanning as you can for basic scanning.  
• Scanning using plane scanning -- Plane rescan and plane line scan  
• Scanning using rotary scanning -- Rotary rescan and rotary line scan  
What follows is a general guide for using these selectively.  
Rescan  
• When you’re rescanning areas that could not be scanned  
Normally you choose plane rescanning. When the scan object has a complex shape, it may be a good idea to use plane rescanning  
to perform overlapping scanning, changing the angle between each scanning pass.  
Note, however, that rescanning is not effective in cases where the laser beam cannot reach the area from any angle.  
• When you’re rescanning a specific area at a fine scanning pitch  
It may be a good idea to perform rescanning in the same mode you used for the basic scanning.  
When you want to perform fine-detail scanning of the surface pattern of a scan object whose shape is cylindrical or close to  
cylindrical, you first perform coarse rotary scanning, then choose rotary rescanning.  
Line Scan  
Normally you choose the same mode you used for basic scanning. However, when you want to scan line segments that wrap  
around to the back of the object, you choose rotary line scanning. Plane line scanning can scan only line segments on the surface  
visible in the window.  
The entire circumference  
can be scanned.  
Only the line segment  
shown by the thick line can  
be scanned.  
Rotary line scan  
Plane line scan  
To Use the Data with a 3D CAD Program or the Like  
To use line-segment and point data as supplementary data for a 3D CAD program, you may need to export the data and convert  
the file.  
See "2-5 Saving and Exporting Data."  
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Procedure  
You perform rescanning using the following procedure. The screens shown are those for plane rescanning.  
First, scan the entire object.  
1
Choose a scanning mode according to the shape of the  
scan object.  
From this point on, never open the door until  
rescanning ends. Doing so switches off the power.  
Scanning cannot be resumed when you then switch  
on the power again.  
You can speed up operations during basic scanning by  
scanning at a coarse pitch. For line scanning and point  
scanning in particular, it is a good idea to scan at the mini-  
mum pitch necessary to get the general shape.  
When the scan of the entire object finished, click  
2
the [  
] button to choose the method you want  
to use for rescanning.  
Drag to specify the rescanning area.  
3
You can specify more than one rescanning area.  
Shortcut Keys for Shifting the Perspective  
• To Rotate the Object  
Hold down the SPACE key and drag  
• To Move the Object  
Hold down the Ctrl key and drag  
SPACE key + drag left or right to shift  
the perspective.  
• To expand and reduce the Object  
Hold down the shift key and drag  
In addition to these shortcuts, you can also shift the per-  
spective using the arrow keys. For detailed information,  
refer to the online help for Dr.PICZA3.  
Drag to specify the  
rescanning area.  
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Click the [ ] button.  
4
5
The mode for specifying the rescanning area is canceled.  
Drag to verify the area to rescan.  
The specified rescanning area is displayed as a three-di-  
mensional form.  
When you want to respecify the rescanning area, click the  
object at any location to release the area already speci-  
fied.  
Specified rescanning area  
Click the [  
] button.  
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7
The [Settings for Scanning] dialog box appears.  
If necessary, change the scanning pitch, then  
click [Scan].  
Here, none of the settings except for the scanning pitch  
can be changed. It is also not possible to set a different  
scanning pitch for each area.  
Rescanning  
area  
Setting the Scanning Pitch  
When performing rescanning, make the setting for the  
scanning pitch as fine as possible. This increases the num-  
ber of scanning points, enhancing the degree of comple-  
tion. When little free memory is available, it may be a  
good idea to use a narrow scanning area and perform  
rescanning in several passes.  
These set  
scanning pitch. rescanning.  
This executes  
You can perform rescanning as many times as you like after basic scanning. Also, when you want to redo scanning after  
checking the scanning results, you can go back to the previous state before rescanning by clicking the [ ] button.  
For detailed information on rescanning methods, refer to the online help for Dr. PICZA3.  
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2-4 Finishing the Data  
Creating New Polygons  
You can create new polygons using all the scanning points, including the data produced by rescanning. These polygons  
are called a "polygon mesh." Creating a polygon mesh can make it possible for you to reproduce cavities and voids in  
the object and fill in holes according to the surrounding shape.  
Creating a polygon mesh for  
area of connected voids...  
...deletes surfaces, reproducing  
the void area of the original!  
Creating a polygon mesh when  
a hole has occurred ...  
...lets you fill in the hole  
simply and easily!  
A polygon mesh is composed of polygons created by estimating the original shape of the scan object from the scanning  
points. They differ from the polygons displayed immediately after scanning, which are generated simply by connecting  
the scanning points.  
Procedure  
Click the [Create Polygon Mesh...] button.  
1
The [Polygonization Options] dialog box appears.  
[Create polygon mesh...] button  
Select the parameters for creating a polygon  
mesh, then click [OK].  
2
For detailed information on the [Polygonization Options]  
dialog box, refer to the online help for Dr. PICZA3.  
If the polygon mesh is not what was intended,  
change the parameters and create it again.  
3
Tips for Creating a Polygon Mesh  
To create a polygon mesh having a high degree of completion, you may need to scan at as fine a pitch as possible in order to  
increase the number of scanning points. In particular, cases like those described below may yield a polygon mesh having a  
configuration that is not what you intended.  
• When there is a small number of scanning points with respect to undulations in the scan object  
• When areas with holes are too big or the shape of them is complex  
In such cases, rescan just that area at a fine pitch. When little memory is available on the computer, it may be a good idea to  
divide the area into parts and repeat rescanning several times to increase the number of scanning points sufficiently, and then  
create the polygon mesh.  
Go to "2-4 Finishing Data," see "Selecting and Scanning a Specific Area."  
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2-5 Saving and Exporting Data  
You can take data obtained by scanning and creating polygon meshes and save it in a file format compatible with Dr.  
PICZA3. You can also convert (export) data and save it in a file format allowing import into other programs.  
Saving Data  
Go to the [File] menu and click [Save As]. The data is saved in Dr. PICZA project format (with the file extension .pij).  
In addition to working with saved files with Dr. PICZA3, you can edit them using 3D Editor, an editing program for 3D  
data.  
Dr.PICZA project format  
Scanning data  
Scanning data  
Save  
Polygon-mesh data  
Polygon-mesh data  
Line-scan data  
Line-scan data  
Point-scan data  
Point-scan data  
All data is saved in a single file.  
Exporting Data  
When you want to take data obtained by scanning and make use it with a 3D CAD program or other such program, you  
export the data.  
Choose some data.  
Scanning data  
Export  
DXF format, STL format etc.  
Scanning data  
Polygon-mesh data  
Line-scan data  
Point-scan data  
About Exportable Data  
Scanning data is data for measuring points (scanning points) obtained by scanning.  
Polygon-mesh data is data composed of new polygons created by estimating the proper shape of the scan object from the  
scanning data.  
Line-scan data and point scan data are measuring-point data newly obtained respectively by line scanning and point scanning.  
However, the exportable file formats for each type of data are predetermined.  
For detailed information, refer to the online help for Dr. PICZA3.  
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Procedure  
At the Scan List, choose just the data you want  
to export and display the window.  
1
Check the box of  
the object you  
want to export.  
Click the [ ] button. Click the file format you  
want to use for exporting.  
2
Depending on the file format you clicked, a dia-  
log box may appear. Choose a selection sup-  
ported by the program with which you want to  
share the data, then click [OK].  
3
4
Type in the name of the file to export, then click  
[Save].  
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3. Editing Scanning Results  
- Using 3D Editor  
This chapter describes the basic methods of operation for 3D Editor, the  
3D-data editing program included with the machine.  
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3-1 What You Can Do Using 3D Editor  
3D Editor lets you do things like the following.  
Enlarge and reduce  
Move and rotate  
Deforming operations such as stretching in one direction are also possible.  
Specifying numerical values for the movement distance and angle of rotation is also  
possible.  
Sever  
Delete  
Merge  
You can divide an object into parts. Filling cut surfaces is also possible.  
You can delete unneeded objects.  
You can unite a number of objects. There is even an alignment feature for doing this.  
This reduces the amount of data while keeping detail.  
Reduce the number  
of polygons  
Smoothing feature  
Export  
This smooths the surfaces of objects.  
Data can be saved in a wide variety of file formats.  
This creates a polygon mesh by using imported data.  
Repolygonization  
For detailed information on the features of 3D Editor, refer to the online help for 3D Editor.  
Note that 3D Editor can only work with surface models.  
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3-2 Importing and Exporting Data  
This section describes how to import and export data using 3D Editor.  
Importing Scanning Results Immediately  
In Dr. PICZA3, clicking the [Run 3D Editor] button starts 3D Editor and simultaneously imports the displayed scanning  
results.  
[Run 3D Editor] button  
Dr.PICZA3  
3D Editor starts and data is imported.  
Importing and Exporting  
Clicking the [Import] button lets you import files in Dr.  
PICZA project format, DXF format, and so on.  
Clicking the [Export] button lets you save data in a wide  
variety of file formats that are useful for creating 3D CAD  
data and 3D computer graphics.  
[Import] button [Export] button  
3D Editor also supports importing for PIX-format files  
from Dr. PICZA versions 1 through 2.  
Importing More Than One Set of Data  
You can use the [Import] button to import more than one set of data and place a number of objects in the 3D Editor  
window.  
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3-3 Basic Operations for Objects  
This section describes the windows in 3D Editor and how to perform simple editing using the program.  
How to View the 3D Editor Window  
The 3D Editor window is composed of panels that display the object from four different perspectives at the same time.  
You can carry out editing tasks using any one of these views.  
Top  
Perspective  
This is a view of the object seen from directly above.  
You use it at times such as when you want to move  
only in the X or Y direction. Z-direction movement is  
not possible.  
You use this when you want to view the overall shape.  
You can move in all three directions (X, Y, and Z), but  
it does not let you gauge the direction or distance of  
such movement with any accuracy.  
This indicates  
the X, Y, and Z  
orientation.  
Front  
Side  
This is a view of the object seen from directly in front.  
This is a view of the object seen directly from the  
side. You use it at times such as when you want to  
move only in the Y or Z direction. X-direction  
movement is not possible.  
You use it at times such as when you want to move  
only in the X or Z direction. Y-direction movement is  
not possible.  
Imported objects appear in the Object List. You can perform tasks such as displaying only the objects you want to view  
and deleting unneeded objects.  
Group name  
This is a collection of multiple objects.  
Object name  
Object List  
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Let's Try Editing Data with 3D Editor  
Let's try some simple editing. We'll scan an apple with the machine, then try cutting and moving it. The explanations in  
this section begin at the point where you have scanned an apple using Dr. PICZA3.  
Procedure  
Start 3D Editor.  
1
3D Editor starts.  
Click the [Run 3D Editor] button.  
The scanning data for the apple is imported  
at the same time.  
Dr.PICZA3 Window  
Try cutting the apple vertically. First, do the preparation.  
2
Click the [Cut at Plane] button.  
The cut surface and a dialog box appear.  
Cut  
surface  
Dialog box  
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3-3 Basic Operations for Objects  
Using the [Front] window, let's try shifting the cut surface to the left, then carry out cutting.  
3
The apple is divided into two parts. However,  
its still looks like a single object.  
Drag the cut surface to move it to the left.  
1
When you have decided on the cut location,  
click [Run].  
2
New objects with names like [Cut-1]  
and [Cut-2] appear in the Object  
List.  
Let's try separating the two objects.  
4
When you're done with the operation, right-click to quit the [Move Object] mode.  
Click the [Select Object] button.  
Click the [Move Object] button.  
1
3
Click the left part of the apple  
to select it.  
Drag the portion you selected to the  
left.  
2
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Now try orienting the cut surface of the apple on the right to face the front.  
5
You can only do this when you're in the [Top] window.  
When you're done with the operation, right-click to quit the [Move Object] mode.  
Click the [Rotate Object] button.  
3
4
Drag to turn the object counter-  
clockwise.  
Click the [Select Object] button.  
1
Click the right side of the  
apple to select it.  
2
Look at the [Perspective] window  
to see how the cut surface faces  
the front.  
Finally, let's try deleting the cut-off object.  
6
This operation can be carried out from any perspective except [Side].  
Click the [Select Object] button.  
1
The cut-off portion is deleted.  
Click the cut-off portion to select it.  
Click the [Erase] button.  
2
3
When you view the Object  
List, you see that [Cut-2] has  
been deleted.  
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4. What to Do If...  
This section describes how to resolve problems that can occur during  
operation, and what is required when moving the machine to a different  
location.  
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4-1 What to Do If...  
The machine doesn't run.  
The message "COM:** not ready" appears on the  
computer.  
The machine doesn't power up.  
Is the machine powered up?  
Be sure to turn on the machine before you run Dr. PICZA3.  
Are the AC adapter and the power cord connected cor-  
rectly?  
Is the number for the communication port set correctly?  
In Dr. PICZA3, go to [Preferences] and make sure the number for  
the communication port is set correctly.  
• Connect theAC adapter and power cord securely so that they do  
not come loose.  
• Unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet, then plug it in  
again.  
Are you using a lengthy connector cable or a USB hub?  
Use a shielded USB cable having a length of three meters or less.  
Never use a USB hub or the like.  
Is the door open?  
Close the door. The power does not come on while the door is  
open.  
After you have checked the matters just described, if  
scanning is still not possible, then take action as fol-  
lows.  
The power can't be switched off.  
Is a foreign object caught in the interlock switch?  
Remove the foreign object.  
1. Switch off the power.  
2. Unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet, then plug it in  
again.  
3. Restart the computer.  
4. Switch on the power.  
Scanning is impossible.  
The power button illuminates or flashes red.  
Other Symptoms  
Is the head retainer still attached?  
Be sure to remove the head retainer before you turn on the power.  
Scanning ended, but the computer then stopped.  
Is anything placed on some internal location other than  
the table?  
Does the computer have enough memory?  
Remove whatever has been placed.  
Go to Dr. PICZA3's [Settings for Scanning] dialog box and check  
how much memory is required, then increase the scanning pitch.  
Alternatively, consider installing more memory. When scanning  
exceeds the amount of free memory on the computer, the opera-  
tion of the computer may become very slow.  
The power button illuminates red and blue.  
Open the door, then close the door and turn on the machine again.  
The power button flashes red and blue.  
The message "Can't find MODELA Player" or  
"Can't find 3D Engrave" appears on the com-  
puter.  
Is the cable connected?  
Connect the cable securely.  
The buttons for running these do not function on this system. They  
become available when you are using it together with the  
MODELA series or the like.  
Are you using a lengthy connector cable or a USB hub?  
Use a shielded USB cable having a length of three meters or less.  
Never use a USB hub or the like.  
• About the illumination pattern of the power button  
Uninstalling the driver  
Go to "Names and Functions," see "About the Indicator  
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Remove [Roland LPX-1200 USB Device] from the list of [Add or  
Remove Programs] (or [Add/Remove Programs]).  
Lights."  
Go to "1-3 Installing and Setting Up the Software," see  
"What to Do If Installation Is Impossible."  
The message "Cannot communicate with  
present scanner" appears on the computer.  
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Is the number for the communication port set correctly?  
In Dr. PICZA3, go to [Preferences] and make sure the number for  
the communication port is set correctly.  
See "1-3 Installing and Setting Up the Software."  
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4-2 When Moving the Machine  
When you move the machine to another location, you use the head retainer to secure the head in place, then repack the  
machine. To install the head retainer, you must use the included LPX Head Move program to move the head to the  
location where it can be secured in place.  
Procedure  
Make sure that the machine connects to the  
computer and the door is closed, then turn on  
the machine.  
1
Start LPX Head Move.  
2
From the [Start] menu, choose [All programs (or Pro-  
grams)], then [Roland Dr.PICZA3], then [LPX Head  
Move].  
When the screen in the figure appears, click  
[OK].  
3
Choose the number of the port labeled "(Roland  
LPX-1200 USB Port)."  
4
Click [Move].  
5
The head automatically moves to the location where it  
can be secured in place.  
When the screen in the figure appears, click  
[OK].  
6
Head movement ends.  
After you have finished the operation just described, install the head retainer and repack the machine.  
Go to "1-2 Installing," see "Removing the Protective Material."  
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5-1 Specifications  
Machine Specifications  
LPX-1200  
Table size  
Diameter 130 mm (10 in.)  
Maximum scanning area  
Plane scanning: Width 130 mm (5 in.), height 203.2 mm (8 in.)  
Rotary scanning: Diameter 130 mm (5 in.), height 203.2 mm (8 in.)  
Plane scanning: width direction 0.1 to 130 mm, height direction 0.1 to 203.2 mm  
Rotary scanning: circumference 0.18 to 3.6 degrees, height direction 0.1 to 203.2 mm  
±0.05mm (This figure reflects standard scanning conditions established by Roland DG.)  
5 kg  
Scanning pitch  
Repeat accuracy  
Maximum table load weight  
Laser  
Wavelength: 645 to 660 nm  
Maximum output: less than 0.39 ÂµW  
(maximum output of the laser light emitted inside housing is 0.1 mW)  
Sensor  
Noncontact laser sensor  
Spot-beam triangulation  
Scanning method  
Operating speed  
Table rotation speed: 9 rpm, head rotation speed: 4.48 rpm, maximum head movement speed: 7.58  
mm/sec.  
Interface  
USB interface (compliant with Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision 1.1)  
Power supply  
Dedicated AC adapter  
Input: AC 100 to 240 V ±10% 50/60 Hz 1.0A  
Output: DC 19 V, 2.1 A  
Power consumption  
Dimensions  
Approx. 20W (including AC adapter)  
443 [W] x 396 [D] x 609 [H] mm (17-7/16 [W] x 15- 9/16 [D] x 24 [H] in.)  
Weight  
35 kg  
Packed dimensions  
Packed weight  
Environment  
620 [W] x 550 [D] x 810 [H] mm (24-1/2 [W] x 21- 5/8 [D] x 31-7/8 [H] in.)  
43 kg  
Temperature: 10 to 40ºC (50 to 104ºF) (25ºC [77ºF] or more recommended)  
Humidity: 35 to 80% (no condensation)  
Included items  
AC adapter, power cord, CD-ROM, clay, user's manual, Roland Pixform Pro  
System Requirements for the Software  
Operating system  
CPU  
Windows XP/2000/Me/98  
Pentium II or higher  
128 MB or more  
Memory  
Free hard-disk space  
required for installation  
Dr.PICZA3: 20 MB or more  
3D Editor: 10 MB or more  
System Requirements for USB Connection  
Operating system  
Computer  
Windows XP/2000/Me/98 (Windows 95 and Windows NT4.0 are not supported.)  
1) Computers preinstalled with Windows 98/Me/2000/XP at the time of purchase  
(This includes such computers later upgraded to Windows Me/2000/XP.)  
2) Computers on which USB operation is assured by the manufacturer of computers  
• Whether a USB connection is possible depends on the specifications of the computer. To determine whether the  
computer you're using is capable of correct USB operation, check with the manufacturer of the computer.  
• Use a shielded USB cable having a length of three meters or less. Do not use a USB hub or the like.  
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5-2 Table Dimensional Drawing  
9 screw holes (M6, depth 7 mm)  
1/1 scale  
(Unit: mm)  
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Please read this agreement carefully before opening the sealed  
package or the sealed disk package  
Opening the sealed package or sealed disk package implies your acceptance of the terms and conditions of this agreement.  
Roland License Agreement  
Roland DG Corporation ("Roland") grants you a non-assignable and non-exclusive right to use the COMPUTER  
PROGRAMS in this package ("Software") under this agreement with the following terms and conditions.  
1. Coming into Force  
This agreement comes into force when you purchase and open the sealed package  
or sealed disk package.  
The effective date of this agreement is the date when you open the sealed package  
or sealed disk package.  
2. Property  
Copyright and property of this Software, logo, name, manual and all literature  
for this Software belong to Roland and its licenser.  
The followings are prohibited :  
(1) Unauthorized copying the Software or any of its support file, program module  
or literature.  
(2) Reverse engineering, disassembling, decompiling or any other attempt to  
discover the source code of the Software.  
3. Bounds of License  
Roland does not grant you to sub-license, rent, assign or transfer the right granted  
under this agreement nor the Software itself (including the accompanying items)  
to any third party.  
You may not provide use of the Software through time-sharing service and/or  
network system to any third party who is not individually licensed to use this  
Software.  
You may use the Software by one person with using a single computer in which  
the Software is installed.  
4. Reproduction  
5. Cancellation  
You may make one copy of the Software only for back-up purpose. The property  
of the copied Software belongs to Roland.  
You may install the Software into the hard disk of a single computer.  
Roland retains the right to terminate this agreement without notice immediately  
when any of followings occurs :  
(1) When you violate any article of this agreement.  
(2) When you make any serious breach of faith regarding this agreement.  
6. Limitations on Liability  
7. Governing Law  
Roland may change the specifications of this Software or its material without  
notice.  
Roland shall not be liable for any damage that may caused by the use of the  
Software or by exercise of the right licensed by this agreement.  
This agreement is governed by the laws of Japan, and the parties shall submit to  
the exclusive jurisdiction of the Japanese Court.  
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