Artec 3D Ray II User manual

Artec Ray II
User Manual

Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of an Artec Ray II scanner.
This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for setting
up the product and operating it. Refer to 1 Safety Directions for further information
Read carefully through the User Manual before you switch on the product.
To ensure safety when using accompanying battery charger also observe the
directions and instructions contained in the User Manual of the battery charger.
The model and serial number of your product are indicated on the type label.
Always refer to this information when contacting Artec 3D Support Team or
Autorized Reseller
Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in theUnited States
and other countrie
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
If you have any question regarding the use of Artec Ray II refer to the Artec 3D
Support Team or fill out the question form available at https://www.artec3d.com/
ifsource/askquestion.
Name
Artec Ray II User Manual
Artec Ray II Quick Start
Guide
Artec Ray IICheck and
Adjust User Manual
Artec Multicharger User
Manual
Description/Format
All instructions required in order to operate the
product to a basic level are contained in the User
Manual. Provides an overview of the product together
with technical data and safety directions.
A brief overview of the product including itstechnical
specifications and the essential stepsrequired to
begin using it.
All instructions required to perform checking the
current angular accuracy of the scanner and make
adjustments if needed.
All instructions and safety directions regarding the use
of the Multicharger for Artec Ray II
The content of this document is subject to change without prior notice.
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Safety Directions1
1.1 General Introduction
Definition of se1.2
The following directions enable the person responsible for the product, and the
person who actually uses the equipment, to anticipate and avoid operational
hazards
The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users understand these
directions and adhere to them.
Measuring horizontal and vertical angle
Measuring distance
Scanning object
Capturing and recording image
Recording measurement
Computing with softwar
Remote control of produc
Data communication with external appliances
Warning messages are an essential part of the safety concept of the scanner. They
appear wherever hazards or hazardous situations can occur
Warning message
make the user alert about direct and indirect hazards concerning the use of the
product
contain general rules of behaviour.
For the users‘ safety, all safety instructions and safety messages shall be strictly
observed and followed! Therefore, the manual must always be available to all
persons performing any tasks described here
DANGER, WARNING, CA TION and NOTICE are standardised signal words for
identifying levels of hazards and risks related to personal injury and property
damage. For your safety, it is important to read and fully understand the following
table with the different signal words and their definitions! Supplementary safety
information symbols may be placed within a warning message as well as
supplementary text.
Description
Intended use
Type
DANGER
WARNING
CA TION
NOTICE
Description
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an
unintended use which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an
unintended use which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an
unintended use which, if not avoided, may result in
appreciable material, financial and environmental
damage.
Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in
practice as they enable the product to be used in a
technically correct and efficient manner.
Available documentation

Definition of Use1.2
Limits of Use1.3
Responsibilities1.4
Use of the product without instruction
Use outside of the intended use and limit
Disabling of safety system
Removal of hazard notice
Opening the product using tools, for example a screwdriver, unless this is permitted
for certain function
Modification or conversion of the produc
Use after misappropriatio
Use of products with recognisable damage or defect
Use with accessories from other manufacturers without the prior explicit approval of
Artec 3
Inadequate safeguards at the working sit
Deliberate dazzling of third parties
Suitable for use in an atmosphere appropriate for permanent human habitation. Not
suitable for use in aggressive or explosive environments.
Artec 3D (manufacturer) 11 Breedewues, L-1259 Senningerberg, Luxembourg,
hereinafter referred to as Artec 3D, is responsible for supplying the product,
including the User Manual, other manuals listed in the Introduction, and original
accessories, in a safe condition.
Working in hazardous areas or close to electrical installations or similar situation
Life Risk.
Precautions
Local safety authorities and safety experts must be contacted by the person
responsible for the product before working in such conditions.
The following advice is only valid for Power supply and Multicharger.
Suitable for use in dry environments only and not under adverse conditions.
WARNING
Reasonably foreseeable
misuse
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Responsibilities1.4
Hazards of Use1.5
Distraction or loss of attentio
During dynamic applications there is a danger o accidents occurring i the user
does not pay attention to the environmental conditions around, or example
obstacles, excavations or tra ic.
Inadequate securing of the working sit
This can lead to dangerous situations, or example in tra ic, on building sites and at
industrial installations.
Moving parts at the product during operatio
Risk o squeezing extremities or entanglement o hair and/or clothes.
Precautions
Keep a sa e distance to the moving parts.
Dropping, misusing, modifying, storing the product for long periods or
transporting the produc
Watch out or erroneous measurement results.
Precautions
The person responsible or the product must make all users ully a
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are o the
existing dangers.
Precautions
A
l
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ays ensure that the
w
orking site is adequately secured
A
dhere to the regulations governing sa ety, accident prevention and road tra ic.
Precautions
P
eriodically carry out test measurements, particularly a ter the product has been
sub
j
ected to abnormal use and be ore and a ter important measurements.
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The person responsible or the product has the ollo
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ing duties
To understand the sa ety instructions on the product and the instructions in the
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To ensure that the product is used in accordance
w
ith the instruction
To be amiliar
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ith local regulations relating to sa ety and accident preventio
To stop operating the system and in orm
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the application become unsa
To ensure that the national la
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s, regulations and conditions or the operation o the
products are respected
Person responsible for
the product

Hazards of Use1.5
Not properly secured accessorie
If the a essories used with the produ t are not properly se ured and the produ t is
subje ted to me hani al sho k, for example blows or falling, the produ t may be
damaged or people an sustain injury.
Exposure of batteries to high mechanical stress, high ambient temperatures or
immersion into fluid
This an ause leakage, fire or explosion of the batteries.
Short circuit of battery terminal
If battery terminals are short ir uited e.g. by oming in onta t with jewellery, keys,
metallised paper or other metals, the battery an overheat and ause injury or fire,
for example by storing or transporting in po kets.
Inappropriate mechanical influences to batterie
During the transport, shipping or disposal of batteries it is possible for inappropriate
me hani al influen es to onstitute a fire hazard.
Precautions
When setting up the produ t, make sure that the a essories are orre tly adapted,
fitted, se ured, and lo ked in position
Avoid subje ting the produ t to me hani al stress.
Precautions
P
rote t the batteries from me hani al influen es and high ambient temperatures.
Do not drop or immerse batteries into fluids.
Precautions
M
ake sure that the battery terminals do not ome into onta t with metalli
/
ondu tive obje ts.
Precautions
B
efore shipping the produ t or disposing it, dis harge the batteries by the produ t
until they are flat
When transporting or shipping batteries, the person in harge of the produ t must
ensure that the appli able national and international rules and regulations are
observed
B
efore transportation or shipping, onta t your lo al passenger or freight transport
ompany.
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If the s anner moves unexpe tedly during operation, stop the s anner via user
interfa e
(
display, key
)
or alternatively remove the battery or main power sour e to
prevent further movements.

Hazards of Use1.5
Overheati g hazar
If the ventilation slots are covered while the product is being used, the product can
overheat and cause injury or fire.
If the product is improperly disposed of, the following can happen
If polymer parts are burnt, poisonous gases are produced which may impair health
If batteries are damaged or are heated strongly, they can explode and cause
poisoning, burning, corrosion or environmental contamination
By disposing of the product irresponsibly you may enable unauthorised persons to
use it in contravention of the regulations, exposing themselves and third parties to
the risk of severe injury and rendering the environment liable to contamination
The product includes parts of Beryllium inside. Any modification of some internal
parts can release dust or fragments, creating health hazard.
Light i g strik
If the product is used with accessories, for example masts, staffs, poles, you may
increase the risk of being struck by lightning.
Improperly repaired equipme
Risk of injuries to users and equipment destruction due to lack of repair knowledge.
Precautio s
Make sure that the ventilation slots are not covered by any objects while the
product is being used.
Precautio s
The product must not be disposed with household waste. Dispose of the product
appropriately in accordance with the national regulations in force in your country.
Always prevent access to the product by unauthorised personnel
Product-specific treatment and waste management information can be received
from Artec 3D or Authorized reseller.
Precautio s
Do not use the product in a thunderstorm.
Precautio s
O
nly authorized Artec 3D
S
ervice
C
enters are entitled to repair these products.
Applies only for
C
alifornia. The product contains
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with perchlorate
material inside
–
special handling may apply. Refer to Department of Toxic
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-
Perchlorate for more details.
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Hazards of Use1.5
Unauthorised opening of the produc
ither of the following actions may cause you to receive an electric shock
Touching live component
Using the product after incorrect attempts were made to carry out repairs.
Electric shock due to use under wet and severe condition
If unit becomes wet, it may cause you to receive an electric shock.
Electric shock due to missing ground connectio
If unit is not connected to ground, death or serious injury can occur.
Precautions
Do not open the product
Only autorized Artec 3D Service Centers are entitled to repair these products.
Precautions
If the product becomes humid, it must not be used
Use the product only in dry environments, for example in buildings or vehicles.
Precautions
The power cable and power outlet must be grounded!
P
rotect the product against humidity.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING

Laser Classification1.6
General1.6.1
The following chapters provide instructions and training information about laser
safety according to international standard IEC 0825-1 (2014-05) and technical
report IEC TR 0825-14 (2004-02). The information enables the person responsible
for the product and the person who actually uses the equipment, to anticipate and
avoid operational hazards.
The laser incorporated in the product produces an invisible beam, which emerges
from the rotating mirror.
The laser product described in this section is classified as laser class 1 in
accordance with
IEC 0825-1 (2014-05): “Safety of laser products”
These products are safe under reasonably foreseeable conditions of operation and
are not harmful to the eyes provided that the products are used and maintained in
accordance with this User Manual.
Description
Wavelength
Maximum pulse energy
Pulse duration
Maximum pulse repetition frequency (PRF)
Beam divergence (1/e2, full angle)
Mirror rotation
Minimal base rotation speed
Artec Ray II
1550 nm
1.5 μJ
0.5 ns
2 MHz
0.5 mrad
100 Hz
5 mHz
A
ccording to IEC TR 0825-14 (2004-02), products classified as laser class 1, class
2 and class
3
R do not require
laser safety officer involvemen
protective clothes and eyewea
special warning signs in the laser wor
k
ing area
if used and operated as defined in this User Manual due to the low eye hazard level.
N
ational laws and local regulations could impose more stringent instructions for the
safe use of lasers than IEC 0825-1 (2014-05) and IEC TR 0825-14 (2004-02).
General
General
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cannin
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Laser1.6.
2

Artec Ray II
Scanning Laser1.6.2
Labelling
The term Electromagnetic Compatibility is taken to mean the capability of the
product to function smoothly in an environment where electromagnetic radiation
and electrostatic discharges are present, and without causing electromagnetic
disturbances to other equipment.
Electromagnetic radiatio
Electromagnetic radiation can cause disturbances in other equipment.
Use of the product with accessories from other manufacturers. For example, field
computers, personal computers or other electronic equipment, non-standard
cables or external batterie
This may cause disturbances in other equipment.
Precautions
Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force
in this respect, Artec 3D cannot completely exclude the possibility that other
equipment may be disturbed
The product is a class A product when operated with WLAN and powered by the
external power supply. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Precautions
Use only the equipment and accessories recommended by Artec 3D
When combined with the product, other accessories must meet the strict
requirements stipulated by the guidelines and standards
When using computers, two-way radios or other electronic equipment, pay attention
to the information about electromagnetic compatibility provided by the
manufacturer.
CAUTION
CAUTION
Description
Electromagnetic Compatibilit
y
(
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1.
7

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)1.7
Intense electromagnetic radiation. For example, near radio transmitters,
transponders, two-way radios or diesel generator
Although the roduct meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force
in this res ect, Artec 3D cannot com letely exclude the ossibility that the function
of the roduct may be disturbed in such an electromagnetic environment.
Electromagnetic radiation due to improper connection of cable
If the roduct is o erated with connecting cables, attached at only one of their two
ends, the ermitted level of electromagnetic radiation may be exceeded and the
correct functioning of other roducts may be im aired. For exam le, external su ly
cables or interface cables.
Precautions
Check the lausibility of results obtained under these conditions.
Precautions
While the roduct is in use, connecting cables, for exam le roduct to external
battery or roduct to com uter, must be connected at both ends.
CAUTION
CAUTION
Use of product with radio or digital cellular phone device
Electromagnetic fields can cause disturbances in other equi ment, installations,
medical devices, for exam le acemakers or hearing aids, and aircrafts.
Electromagnetic fields can also affect humans and animals.
Precautions
Although the roduct meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force
in this res ect, Artec 3D cannot com letely exclude the ossibility that other
equi ment can be disturbed or that humans or animals can be affected
Do not o erate the roduct with radio or digital cellular hone devices in the vicinity
of filling stations or chemical installations, or in other areas where an ex losion
ha
z
ard exists
Do not o erate the roduct with radio or digital cellular hone devices near medical
equi ment
Do not o erate the roduct with radio or digital cellular hone devices in aircrafts
Do not o erate the roduct with radio or digital cellular hone devices for long
eriods with the roduct immediately next to your body.
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User Interface2
Power Button2.1
Power button
Power button
Press and hold the
button 1 sec.
Press and hold the
button 1 sec.
Press and hold the
button 10 sec.
Scanner state before action
off
on and ready
on
Result
The scanner switches on and
the Power button starts
blinking yellow.
The Power button starts
blinking yellow and the
scanner switches off.
The scanner switches off
immediately. Hard shutdown.
Component
Power button
Status
lights up continuous.
is blinking.
is blinking.
Component
LED indicator
Status
lights up continuous.
is blinking.
is blinking fast.
The power button and the LED indicator light up green, yellow or red to show the
operation states of the scanner.
Scanner status
Scanner Status2.2

Scaner Status2.2
Power button LE indicator Scanner status
The scanner is off.
The scanner is booting up.
The scanner is ready and
leveled within ±10° in upright or
upside down orientation. High
tilt accuracy of 18'' is applied.
The scanner is ready, but tilted
more than ±10° in upright or
upside down orientation. High
tilt accuracy of 18'' is not
applied.
The scanner is recording.
The scanner is being moved and
the visual inertial system is
recording.
The scanner is shutting down.
An unrecoverable system error
occurred. Follow the instructions
in the display. If necessary, shut
down the scanner and reboot
again. If status does not change,
contact the scanner support.
Scanner status

Screen2.3
Screen overview
Scanner Setup3.1
Operation3
General Information3.1.1
Heavy Duty Tripod Setup3.1.2
The scanner should always be set up on its tripod. Using the tripod specified for the
scanning system guarantees maximum stability during scanning operations.
1.
2.
3.
Extend the tripod legs to allow for a comfortable working posture. Ensure
that the tripod plate is roughly horizontal.
Set the adapter on the tripod and secure it with the central fixing screw.
Place the scanner on the quick release mount and secure it.
Always set up the scanner on its tripod. Do not set up the scanner directly on the
ground for scanning operations.
It is always recommended to shield the scanner from direct sunlight and avoid
uneven temperatures around the scanner.
Use the tripod
Scanner setu
step-by-step

Power Supply3.2
Batteries3.2.1
Exchanging the Batteries3.2.2
For details regarding the charging station refer to Artec Ray II Multicharger User
Manual.
The batteries must be charged before using them for the first time because they are
delivered with an energy content as low as possible
The permissible temperature range for charging is from 0 °C to +40 °C/ +32 °F to
+104 °F. For optimal charging, we recommend charging the batteries at a low
ambient temperature of +10 °C to +20 °C/+50 °F to +68 °F if possible
It is normal for the battery to become warm during charging. Using the chargers
recommended by Artec 3D, it is not possible to charge the battery once the
temperature is too high
For new batteries or batteries that have been stored for a long time (> three
months), it is effectual to make a discharge/charge cycl
For Li-Ion batteries, a single discharge/charge cycle is sufficient. We recommend
carrying out the process when the battery capacity indicated on the charger or on
an Artec 3D product deviates significantly from the actual battery capacity
available.
The batteries must be charged before using them for the first time because they are
delivered with an energy content as low as possible
The permissible temperature range for charging is from 0 °C to +40 °C/ +32 °F to
+104 °F. For optimal charging, we recommend charging the batteries at a low
ambient temperature of +10 °C to +20 °C/+50 °F to +68 °F if possible
It is normal for the battery to become warm during charging. Using the chargers
recommended by Artec 3D, it is not possible to charge the battery once the
temperature is too high
For new batteries or batteries that have been stored for a long time (> three
months), it is effectual to make a discharge/charge cycl
For Li-Ion batteries, a single discharge/charge cycle is sufficient. We recommend
carrying out the process when the battery capacity indicated on the charger or on
an Artec 3D product deviates significantly from the actual battery capacity
available.
The batteries are hot-swappable. Data acquisition requires two batteries inserted
into the battery compartment. The scanner does not shut down when only one
battery is inserted.
NOTICE
The batteries can be operated from −20 °C to +55 °C/−4 °F to +131 °F. • Low
operating temperatures reduce the capacity that can be drawn; hig
operating temperatures reduce the service life of the battery.
First-time use/ charging
batteries
First-time use/ charging
batteries
Operation/discharging

Exchanging the Batteries3.2.2
Operation - Getting Started3.3
Insert and remove the
exchangeable batteries
Stand-alone operation
step-by-step
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Open the battery compartment.
Remove the left battery from the battery compartment by pushing the
upper red button to the right. Remove the right battery from the battery
compartment by pushing the lower red button to the left.
Insert the new batteries into the battery compartment.
Ensure that the battery contacts are facing inwards.
Close the battery compartment.
Turn on the scanner to start the boot process.
1.
2.
3.
Press the power button to turn on the scanner
The scanner is starting. The power button is blinking green and the LED
indicator is blinking yellow.
When the user interface is visible, the scanner is ready for operation.
The power button and the LED indicator are now continuously green.
Do not touch or move the scanner while the system is recording.

Operation - Getting Started3.3
Operation with hand-
held device connection
step-by-step
Connecting to a hand-
held device step-by-step
For further information, refer to the help menu in the app.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Press the power button to turn on the scanner.
The scanner is starting. The power button is blinking green and the LED
indicator is blinking yellow.
When the user interface is visible, the scanners ready for operation. The
power button and the LED indicator are now continuously green.
Connect the handheld device with the scanner.
Start the recording and simultaneous data transfer with the handheld
device.
Start the processing of data on the handheld device.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Start the scanner and wait until the user interface is visible.
On the handheld device select Settings and tap WLAN.
Select the network ArtecRay-298xxxx in the WLAN settings to be
connected. The number 298xxxx/3005xxx is the serial number of the
scanner.
Enter the password.The scanner specific password is printed on the type
label in the battery compartment, for example
"
test1111
"
.
Start the app and connect the scanner.

Imaging3.4
Ambient Conditions3.5.1
Scanning3.5
Description
Unfavourable surfaces
for scanning
Unfavourable weather
conditions for scanning
Temperature changes
during scanning
Dirt on the rotating
mirror-protection glass
Colour, powder or tape these surfaces before scanning if necessary.
Imaging
The scanner has two different types of image sensors
Three calibrated cameras for HDR, 360° spherical image acquisition
Five calibrated cameras for the visual inertial system VIS.
Highly reflective (polished metal, gloss paint
Highly absorbent (black
Translucent (clear glass)
Rain, snow or fog may adversely affect measurement quality. Always use care when
scanning in these conditions
Surfaces that are directly illuminated by the sun cause an increased range noise and
therefore a larger measurement uncertainty
If some objects are scanned against the sunlight or a bright spotlight, the optical
receiver of the scanner can be dazzled so heavily that in this area no measured data
is recorded.
If the scanner is brought from a cold environment, for e
x
ample from storage, into a
warm and humid environment, the mirror or in e
x
treme cases even the interior
optics can condense. This may cause measurement errors.
Due to the encapsulated mirror design, the mirror is protected against direct
contact. However, dirt on the rotating mirror protection glass such as a layer of dust,
condensation or fingerprints may cause considerable measuring errors.
P
recaution
:
Avoid rapid temperature changes and give the scanner time to
acclimatize.

Onboard Controls3.5.2
About the Start screen he Start screen is displayed after the system boot process. Once it is visible the
scanner is ready for scanning.
Element
Status field
Description
High ilt Accurac
High ilt Accuracy mode enabled. Scanner is
leveled within ±10° in upright or upside down
orientation. High tilt accur-acy of 18'' is applied
High ilt Accuracy mode enabled. Scanner is
tilted more than ±10° in upright or upside down
orientation. High tilt accuracy of 18'' is not
applied.
WLAN enabled
Status of exchangeable batter
100% - 75% of capacity left
25% - 12% of capacity left
Less than 12% of capacity left
Battery not inserted
When facing the battery compartment
Left battery icon indicates the status of the
battery on the left side of the battery
compartment
Right battery icon indicates the status of the
battery on the right side of the battery
compartment.

Onboard Controls3.5.2
Element
S a us field
Projec field
Project 1
Description
Status of USB storage device
0% - 25% of s orage used
25% - 75% of s orage used
More han 75% of s orage used
USB s orage device no a ached
Do no remove he USB s orage device.
Click he Se ings icon o open he Se ings
screen.
Click he Se ings icon o open he Se ings
screen.
Name of he curren projec
Element
S a us of da a
securi y
Description
Projec no signed
Projec signed
Projec signed, bu modified
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