Hexagon RDS User manual

RDS
USER MANUAL
Version 5.0.0

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RDS
User Manual
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CONTENTS
A.1 What is RDS...................................................................................................................9
A.2 RDS Levels and securities.............................................................................................9
A.3 System Requirements..................................................................................................10
A.4 Compatibilities..............................................................................................................12
A.5 SMART Data Exchange (arms only)............................................................................15
A.5.1 What is SMART ...............................................................................................15
A.5.2 What type of information does Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence collect?.16
A.5.3 How does Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence use collected information?...17
A.5.4 Privacy protection ............................................................................................17
A.5.5 Deactivation .....................................................................................................17
A.5.6 Further information...........................................................................................17
A.6 Installation ....................................................................................................................18
A.7 Quick Reference...........................................................................................................21
C.1 System status...............................................................................................................25
C.1.1 Global status....................................................................................................25
C.1.2 System status..................................................................................................26
C.1.3 Status details ...................................................................................................27
C.2 Bluetooth ......................................................................................................................29
C.2.1 Connect a new device .....................................................................................30
C.3 Shortcuts ......................................................................................................................31
C.4 Scan view.....................................................................................................................32
C.4.1 Description.......................................................................................................32
C.4.2 Minimum / Extended Window..........................................................................32
C.5 Quick Access Menu (Arms only)..................................................................................33
C.5.1 Control the Q.A.M............................................................................................34
C.5.2 Available actions..............................................................................................36
D.1 Summary......................................................................................................................39
D.1.1 Summary (arm)................................................................................................39
D.1.2 Summary (tracker)...........................................................................................40
D.2 Connection ...................................................................................................................41
D.2.1 USB connection (arm) .....................................................................................42
D.2.2 WLAN Settings (arm).......................................................................................43
D.2.3 Computer setup for wireless connection (arm)................................................46
D.2.4 Wireless connection (arm)...............................................................................48
D.2.5 RSx wireless connection (arm)........................................................................50
D.2.6 Wired Ethernet connection (arm / tracker).......................................................51
D.3 General parameters .....................................................................................................53
D.3.1 Language.........................................................................................................53
D.3.2 Head light (for equipped arms)........................................................................54
D.4 SMART (arms) .............................................................................................................55
D.5 Measurement profiles (arms) .......................................................................................56
D.6 Probe (arms) ................................................................................................................57
D.6.1 Probe list and selection ...................................................................................58
D.6.2 View selected probe (advanced user) .............................................................59
D.6.3 Adding a new probe.........................................................................................61
D.6.4 Non-repeatable probes (Absolute 71 series)...................................................62

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D.7 Scanner........................................................................................................................64
D.7.1 Common items.................................................................................................65
D.7.2 Scanning profiles .............................................................................................66
D.7.3 Sampling filter (HP-L-20.8 / CMS108 / RS3-5 / LAS / LAS-XL) ......................69
D.7.4 Exposure (HP-L-8.9 / RS2-5) ..........................................................................70
D.7.5 Scanning modes (HP-L-20.8 / CMS108 / LAS, LAS-XL).................................72
D.7.6 Gain –Quality filter (HP-L-20.8 / CMS108 / LAS / LAS-XL)............................73
D.8 Auxiliary Referencing (arms)........................................................................................74
D.8.1 Reminder: Theory about moving a measurement device................................75
D.8.2 Description of the Reference Tab....................................................................76
D.8.3 Leapfrog in RDS ..............................................................................................78
D.8.4 GridLOK / SpaceLOK ......................................................................................79
D.9 Advanced settings (arms).............................................................................................82
D.10 Video capture (for equipped arms).........................................................................84
D.11 Access Control (advanced user) ............................................................................87
D.11.1 How to … modify the protection of a function................................................87
D.12 Features (arms)......................................................................................................88
D.12.1 Interface.........................................................................................................88
D.12.2 How to add a new feature (Advanced User) .................................................89
D.12.3 Types of feature.............................................................................................90
D.13 About.......................................................................................................................91
E.1 Find a target - OVC ......................................................................................................93
E.1.1 Description.......................................................................................................93
E.1.2 How to find and lock a target...........................................................................94
E.2 Select a target ..............................................................................................................95
E.3 Settings.........................................................................................................................96
E.4 Measure with the tracker..............................................................................................98
F.1 Presentation .................................................................................................................99
F.2 RDS Toolbox description............................................................................................102
F.2.1 Main panel description...................................................................................102
F.2.2 Menus navigation...........................................................................................103
F.2.3 RDS Toolbox notifications..............................................................................105
F.2.4 Local and Distant arms ..................................................................................107
F.2.5 Maintenance Connection ...............................................................................107
F.3 Panels common features............................................................................................108
F.3.1 Status of the connection ................................................................................108
F.3.2 Arm selection .................................................................................................109
F.3.3 Spreadsheets management –Search (Ctrl+F)..............................................110
G.1 News & links publications...........................................................................................112
H.1.1 Standard information .....................................................................................115
H.1.2 Arm properties (deploy).................................................................................117
I.1 Vault screen description.............................................................................................119
I.2 Types of packages .....................................................................................................121
I.3 Status and information of a package..........................................................................123
I.3.1 Action status....................................................................................................123
I.3.2 Information of the package..............................................................................124
I.4 Create and synchronize a Package ...........................................................................125
I.4.1 Manual backup................................................................................................125
I.4.2 Other automatic packages ..............................................................................126
I.4.3 Comment.........................................................................................................126
I.4.4 Synchronization...............................................................................................127
I.5 Download a Package from HEXAGON SERVER......................................................128
I.5.1 Listed Arms - refresh.......................................................................................128

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I.5.2 Download a package.......................................................................................129
I.6 Use a Package...........................................................................................................130
I.6.1 Display the information –get the package......................................................131
I.6.2 Restore the Armdata.......................................................................................132
I.6.3 Switch to SMART dataset ...............................................................................132
I.7 Remove a package / an arm......................................................................................133
I.8 SMART Dataset manual Upload................................................................................134
I.8.1 Manual upload of SMART Dataset..................................................................134
I.8.2 Dump SMART Dataset....................................................................................135
I.8.3 Open a SMART Dataset .................................................................................135
I.9 Quick vault guide........................................................................................................136
I.9.1 How to … find a package ................................................................................136
I.9.2 How to … get a package file ...........................................................................137
I.9.3 How to … save the Arm data ..........................................................................138
I.9.4 How to … restore the Armdata........................................................................139
J.1 Presentation ...............................................................................................................140
J.2 Communication with the HEXAGON Server..............................................................141
J.3 Arm selection: 2 possibilities......................................................................................141
J.3.1 Local arm - Standard mode............................................................................141
J.3.2 Local and Distant arm - Database mode........................................................142
J.4 SMART Overview panel.............................................................................................143
J.4.1 SMART components graphic view.................................................................144
J.4.2 SMART Overview components description....................................................145
J.5 Alerts ..........................................................................................................................146
J.5.1 Alert notifications............................................................................................147
J.5.2 SMART Alerts panel.......................................................................................148
J.5.3 Alert details.....................................................................................................149
J.6 Analyse Indicators......................................................................................................150
J.6.1 Description of the panel..................................................................................151
J.6.2 Use a template ...............................................................................................152
J.6.3 Select an indicator..........................................................................................153
J.6.4 Details of an indicator.....................................................................................154
J.6.5 Type of charts.................................................................................................156
J.6.6 Period time (counters only) ............................................................................157
J.6.7 Add an indicator to a chart .............................................................................158
J.6.8 Display a graph –details................................................................................159
J.6.9 Export the values............................................................................................163
J.7 Quick SMART guide...................................................................................................164
J.7.1 Quick display: Use a template........................................................................164
J.7.2 How to add an indicator diagram to a graph ..................................................165
K.1 Program a probe ........................................................................................................167
K.1.1 Probe details..................................................................................................168
K.1.2 Find a probe...................................................................................................169
K.1.3 How to … program a probe ...........................................................................170
K.2 Configure Wi-Fi Chipset.............................................................................................171
K.2.1 Process..........................................................................................................172
K.3 Upgrade firmware.......................................................................................................173
K.3.1 Check the versions of the firmware ...............................................................174
K.3.2 Upgrade the firmware (Arm & Pack)..............................................................175
K.3.3 Upgrade the RSx scanner (option)................................................................176
K.4 View logs....................................................................................................................178
L.1 How to do a quick measure........................................................................................180
L.1.1 Description of the measurement window.......................................................180
L.1.2 Measurement procedure................................................................................181
L.2 Available features.......................................................................................................182
L.2.1 Dimensions.....................................................................................................182
L.2.2 Distances........................................................................................................182
L.2.3 Angles ............................................................................................................183

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M.1 Configuration for end-software...................................................................................184
M.1.1 Pc-Dmis.........................................................................................................186
M.1.2 TubeShaper...................................................................................................186
M.1.3 3DReshaper ..................................................................................................186
M.1.4 Spatial Analyzer ............................................................................................187
M.1.5 Quindos7.......................................................................................................187
M.1.6 Romosoft (GPad / GTube) ............................................................................188
M.1.7 Docs ..............................................................................................................188
M.1.8 PolyWorks.....................................................................................................189
M.1.9 Verisurf..........................................................................................................191
M.1.10 PowerINSPECT...........................................................................................194
M.1.11 PowerSHAPE..............................................................................................195
M.1.12 Metrolog / µLog ...........................................................................................196
M.1.13 Geomagic....................................................................................................198
M.1.14 Aberlink .......................................................................................................199
M.1.15 Calypso .......................................................................................................203
M.1.16 Rhinoceros ..................................................................................................204
M.2 TCP Ports...................................................................................................................205
M.3 Troubleshooting..........................................................................................................206

INTRODUCTION
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INTRODUCTION
Dear customer, thank you for purchasing a product from Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence. Before
starting any operation with your new HEXAGON®3D measuring arm, please read these instructions.
This guide describes best practices for installing, configuring, and using your portable measuring arm.
For any other device or option not described in this manual please refer to other HEXAGON®products
manuals (e.g. RDS Data Collector, Absolute Arm…) available on the provided media.
For further information, please contact your local Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence agent.
TRADEMARK NOTE
© Copyright 2018 Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence. All rights reserved. Hexagon Manufacturing
Intelligence is part of Hexagon.
HEXAGON®and ABSOLUTE ARM™ are trademarks of HEXAGON AB.
Windows®, Windows Xp®, Windows Vista®,Windows7®and Windows10® are trademarks of Microsoft Inc.
Wi-Fi®and the Wi-Fi logo are trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance.
The Bluetooth®word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any
use of such marks by Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence is under license.
Other brands and product names are trademarks of their respective owners.
IMPORTANT NOTE
All information contained in this document is subject to be modified without any notification and does not
represent any engagement from HEXAGON AB. The software described in this manual is furnished under
licence agreement and must be used only in conformity with the terms of this licence. No part of this manual
may be reproduced or transmitted under any form or by any way, electronic or mechanical, including
photocopy or recording, for any purpose without Hexagon AB formal authorisation.
© HEXAGON MANUFACTURING INTELLIGENCE
DISCLAIMER NOTE
All non-authorised modification, repair or bad use of the HEXAGON®system will automatically void the
original manufacturer’s guaranty. The manufacturer is not responsible for damages to the software or
hardware caused by unauthorised handling, or use, of this material. For information regarding the warranty,
repair, technical assistance, latest updates and current information prices, please contact your local
Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence agent.

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Conventions used in this guide
This manual uses the following conventions to alert you to information that varies from optional to critical in
nature. These guidelines are used to distinguish the difference between these passages:
WARNING
A Warning indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION
A Caution, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
A Notice indicates useful advice about operation of your HEXAGON® system or its sub-parts.
Information contained in a Notice is not safety related. Failing to heed this advice may result in damage
to your HEXAGON® system or in inaccurate measurements.
Information indicates general advice or links to relevant documentation.
Moreover, the present document mostly respects the following international standard: ISO 8601 (format of
the dates),
Pictures in the manual
Pictures presented in this manual are not contractual, especially regarding the colours that may change
depending on the arm version or type.
Complete documentation
or more detailed information, please read complete manuals:
Arm
Absolute Arm user manual
Tracker
Absolute Tracker AT960 user manual
RDS
RDS manuals (RDS Data Collector, RDS What’s New)
Maintenance
Technicians manuals (Absolute Arm Technician, RDS Technician, RDS DC
Technician)
Accessories
Accessory guide
Application software
Software user manual (TubeShaper, Romosoft, GPad, GTube, DOCS,
Pc-Dmis, Pc-DmisTouch, 3DReshaper, Quindos, Spatial Analyzer…)

IMPORTANT NOTE
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IMPORTANT NOTE
The following directions should 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.
NOTICE
Incorrect use can lead to equipment malfunction and/or damage. The person responsible for the product
should inform the user about hazards and how to counteract them. The software should not be operated
until the user has been instructed on correct use.
Responsibilities
Manufacturer of the product
Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, is responsible for supplying the product, including the
user manual and original accessories, in a complete and safe condition.
Manufacturer of non-HEXAGON®accessories
The manufacturer of non-HEXAGON®accessories for the product is responsible for
developing, implementing and communicating safety concepts for their products, and is also
responsible for the effectiveness of those safety concepts in combination with the HEXAGON®
product.
Person in charge of the product
The person in charge of the product has the following responsibilities:
•To understand the product's safety instructions and user manual instructions.
•To inform Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence immediately if the product and the
application becomes unsafe.
NOTICE
The person responsible for the product must ensure it is used in accordance with these instructions.
This person is also accountable for the training and the deployment of personnel who use the product
and for the safety of the equipment in use.

Presentation - Installation
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A. PRESENTATION - INSTALLATION
A.1 WHAT IS RDS
RDS is the HEXAGON software package for the management of the HEXAGON Portable Measuring Arms
and Leica trackers (AT960) with Leica Absolute Scanners.
It is the interface between the measuring systems (Absolute Arm and Cimcore arms, ROMER and Tesa
Multi Gages, Leica AT960 with LAS, LAS-XL scanner) and all the application software.
RDS is required to operate the Absolute Arm, Cimcore CA7 arm and Multi Gages.
This server contains the drivers and contains utilities. The main components of RDS are:
Component
Description
RDS Agent
Main door to all RDS tools. It also provides some quick tools.
RDS Toolbox
Maintenance software for Alignment data synchronization to database, and
arm diagnosis
RDS Service
The driver.
RDS Control
Panel
User’s interface to setup the machine.
RDS Data
Collector
Utility software for Alignments, verifications and accuracy diagnostics.
RDS Quick
Measure
Utility to quickly measure basic dimensions.
In this manual are described RDS Agent, RDS Toolbox (Level1), RDS Control Panel, RDS Arm aid and
RDS Quick Measure.
RDS Data collector is explained in “RDS Data Collector Manual”
RDS Level 2 is explained in “RDS Technician Manual” (Technician profile only)
A.2 RDS LEVELS AND SECURITIES
There are different types of installations:
•Standard installation (End-User): standard installation for end-user profile (Level1).
•Calibration installation: only for technician profile (Level2).
Some functions are protected according to the RDS user level (see §B RDS user levels).