Konica Minolta Vivid 910 User manual

3-D Digitizing - Breakthrough
in Process Innovation
Konica Minolta's VIVID 910 the ideal 3D
capture device for industrial applications
in product design and manufacturing
inspection.
VIVID 910
PET: Polygon editing software,
EAT: Easy alignment target-based registration
Compatible with all major 3D software for
Modeling and CAD, CAM and CAT

The Konica Minolta VIVID 910,
Innovation in 3D Digitizing for both Product
Design and Manufacturing.
The VIVID 910 is a non-contact 3-D digitizer, offering fast, precise capture of 3-D shapes. VIVID is ideal
for applications in both product design and production. The designers find VIVID invaluable for
“reverse engineering” or creating CAD data from physical models and design mock-ups. Production
personnel use VIVID for Inspection and computer-aided dimensional testing (CAT). What's more,
VIVID improves concurrent engineering by inexpensively making 3D data available throughout the
enterprise.
Typical Applications of the VIVID 910
The VIVID 910 is employed in a variety of industries for
the following applications :
Reverse Engineering (RE)/Rapid Prototyping (RP)
•Generation of design CAD data from physical
modelsand data for detecting interference among
mechanical parts from mock-ups.
•Generation of data of parts for which 3-D CAD data is
unavailable.
•Verification and comparison of competitor's products
with in-house products. Database creation.
•Generation and refinement of designs using actual
models created through RP.
•Capture of data for finite element analysis.
Inspection (CAT)/CAE
•Alignment verification and dimensional inspection of
components such as:
metal castings & forgings,
tooling dies and molds,
plastic parts (pressure formed, rotational molds,
injection),
sheet metal stampings,
wood products,
composites and foam products.
Other Applications
•Food production
•Cultural Antiquities cataloging and publishing
•Dental & orthodontic appliances
•Cosmetic & Maxillofacial surgery
•Machine Vision

Hardware
Dynamic range magnification mode
Using Not using
Scan sample
The Digitizer with camera like simplicity and refinement, Designed to
excel in your Industrial Application VIVID 910
Your assurance of highly reliable data
The VIVID 910 offers the highest level of accuracy and reliability among non-contact digitizers. It excels at accurate and high-
speed measurement of a variety of objects. In fact, as evidence of its accuracy, we offer a test report * (by special order) that
measures its performance against artifacts traceable to national standards organizations. Konica Minolta is famous for our
highly-reliable, measuring instruments that conform to ISO 9000 standards.
*VIVID 910 Certification of Performance is available by special order. KM offers a certification quantifying the VIVID's accuracy when measuring traceable artifacts. This service is of benefit
to those who are implementing the ISO 9000 series of standards for quality assurance systems.
Measures objects of every size.
The VIVID 910 is provided with three interchangeable lenses that can accommodate
measurement objects of various sizes and distances from the lens. A single scan is capable of
capturing an angular field of view of approximately 10 square centimeters to 1 square meter.
Automatic configuration of detailed settings
The VIVID 910 incorporates the same automatic focus technology used in modern cameras. The
optimal measurement distance is automatically detected through both passive and active AF
(autofocus). In addition, the optimal laser intensity is obtained automatically through AE
technology. The result is highly reliable measurements.
Provides 24-bit color images for outstanding texture mapping.
The CCD and RGB filter acquire rich, 24-bit full-color images.
Since the acquired color images are on the same optical axis as
the 3-D data, they can be used to create stunning, true-color
models.
High-speed scanning capability
VIVID 910 is capable of capturing an object’s shape and color in
as little as 2.5 seconds. Our proprietary CCD readout technology measures up to 300,000 points at unsurpassed speed. When
the subject is a moving object e.g. children, the human body and for other applications requiring higher speeds, an even faster
mode is available that can complete a scan in a mere 0.3 seconds.
Fine Mode : 307,200 points/2.5 seconds
Fast Mode : 76,800 points/0.3 seconds
Designed to be portable and versatile
The VIVID 910 features a lightweight and compact
body. It can operate without a host computer by
recording data onto Compact Flash memory card.
VIVID’s integral LCD viewfinder can be used to set
camera parameters and as a view-finder to frame
the shot or review the data. As a result, the VIVID
910 offers convenience similar to that of a digital
camera, so you can operate it wherever your
subject may be located.
Dynamic range magnification mode
Objects with very dark to very bright regions are no longer a
problem. The dynamic range magnification mode reduces the
need for surface processing of objects with high-contrast
surfaces (surfaces with both very light and very dark areas). This
feature enables you to complete a measurement in only one
operation.
Benefit from the wide-ranging support provided by Konica Minolta, a leading maker of
measuring instruments.
The VIVID 910 incorporates the services and expertise developed by Konica Minolta in the field of industrial measuring
instruments such as colorimeters and measuring instruments for displays. We ensure your satisfaction by offering a wide range
of optional support programs; that includes a periodical calibration service, a training by factory certified trainers and a
network of consultants and systems integrators for custom installations.

Software
Measurement area 1 Measurement area 1
Color marker
Measurement area2
Measurement area2
Measurement area 3
Measurement area 3
Measurement area 4
Measurement area 4
Measurement area 5
Data Registration and Merging
Sample 1: Automobile engine manifold cover Sample 2: Vehicle wheel
Polygon Editing Tool (standard accessory)
Edit scanned data with complete freedom.
Our proprietary Polygon Editing Tool (PET) comes standard with the
VIVID 910. PET enables you to control the VIVID 910 and easily scan,
polygonize, edit, and convert the scanned data into any of several
common data formats. Multiple scans can be easily registered and
merged into a single watertight polygonal model. Editing functions
include: fill holes; filter irregular polygons and noise; and perform
smoothing. PET exports data in industry-standard formats including:
DXF, STL etc. for accurate transfer to a variety of Modeling, Inspection
CAD, CAM and CAT 3-D applications. In addition, a SDK (software
development kit) is included to enable you to drive the VIVID 910 from
your own software application.
Easy Align Tool automatic target-based registration software (optional)
The automatic data registration tool that's simple and user-friendly.
Reduces registration time by 66%!
Automatic Alignment:
Alignment of individual scans has been a challenging task for some.
But no longer, Easy Alignment Tool has changed all that. Simply
place one of Konica Minolta's proprietary color markers on or near
the object to be measured. Now, scan the same object from a
different perspective with enough overlap so that at least three of
the same markers are included in the second scan.
The new data is automatically registered (with coordinates aligned)
with the previously scan. You can see what has been scanned and
what has been missed, greatly reducing the time required for
capture and post processing. EAT’s takes the work out of the
measurement of objects (Sample 1) that cannot be placed on a
Rotary turn table, or objects (Sample 2) that require multiple
measurements from varying points of view.
• This software is an optional add-on to the Polygon Editing Tool. Requires Polygon Editing Tool ver. 1.2 or higher.
Features
Data read Proprietary formats: CAM, CDM, VVD, SCN
 General format: STL
Data conversion Converts from proprietary format to various common formats.
 Polygon: DXF, Wavefront, Softimage, VRML 2.0, STL, MGF
 Point group: ASCII
FunctionsAutomatic data registration, data merging, smoothing, sub-sampling
and curvature-based decimation, polygon checking, texture blending,
and other functions
Editing Rotation, transfer, elimination of point groups, and hole filling with
data interpolation
Remote camera operation Image capture, reference depth of field setting, dynamic range
magnification mode, laser power setting, readout of camera data
Display Wireframe, shading, texture mapping
Computer Requirements
PC/AT-compatible workstation capable of running, Windows® 2000 or Windows® XP
Operating system Windows® 2000 Professional SP4, Windows® XP Professional SP2 (x64 Edition not supported)
CPU Pentium 4 or higher
Memory 1024 MB minimum (2048 MB recommended)
Display 1024 x 768 minimum 1280 x 1024 or higher is recommended when using Easy Align Tool for automatic marker registration.
Graphics OpenGL-compatible video card(Contact us for details.)
SCSI Adaptec SCSI interface card Note: Contact us for details of tested models.
Drive CD-ROM drive

Various CG software (optional)
Various
Reverse Modeler
Various
Reverse Modeler
Various
Reverse Modeler
Anthropometrical
measurement
CG Cataloging
of cultural
artifacts
• CAT
• Inspection
Rapid
Prototyping
Reverse
Engineering
Various 3-D
CAD/CAE Report output
Various rapid
prototyping systems Various 3-D CAD
Measuring with the VIVID 910
Further simplify operations with optional accessories - the Rotary
Stage Set, Benchtop Frame Set, and Easy Align Tool (automatic
registration software).
Editing of Measurement Data
CT data
Package examination
3-D CAD data for mass production
Products
1 2
3
3 4 5
1
3 421 5
2
Reproduction for
Rapid Prototyping
(replicas)
CAE analysis
Perspective drawings Mock-ups
Reverse Engineering
Revision of mock-ups 3-D measurement
Test shots 3-D measurement 1
Comparison with
CAD data and inspections (CAT)
2
Schematic CAD data
(Surface models)
Metal mold requirements
Structural design
Design of metal molds Approval of metal molds
IGES Importing
of CAD data
Comparison with
CAD data and inspections (CAT)
3-D measurement
(Sampling or 100%)
Polygon Editing Tool
(standard accessory)
Process Innovation with the VIVID 910
Applications and Data Flow for the VIVID 910
Inspection of
Mass-produced Parts
Structural Design
Schematic Design
Approval of Metal Molds

VIVID 910
An object
111X111 to 1196X1196mm (x)
83X83 to 897X897 (y)
Scanning field of view (x,y)
VIVID 910-to-object
distance (renge)
0.6m to 2.5m
Theory of Operation
Basic Principle
The VIVID 910 uses LASER triangulation. The object is scanned by a plane of laser light coming from the VIVID's source
aperture. The plane of light is swept across the field of view by a mirror, rotated by a precise galvanometer. This LASER light is
reflected from the surface of the scanned object. Each scan line is observed by a single frame, captured by the CCD camera.
The contour of the surface is derived from the shape of the image of each reflected scan line. The entire area is captured in 2.5
seconds (0.3 seconds in FAST mode), and the surface shape is converted to a lattice of over 300,000 vertices (connected
points). VIVID gives you more than a point cloud; a polygonal-mesh is created with all connectivity information retained,
thereby eliminating geometric ambiguities and improving detail capture. A brilliant (24-bit) color image is captured at the
same time by the same CCD. Unlike other scanners, the VIVID has no parallax error, its "spot - on"!
High Accuracy Measurement
A high-accuracy scanner and a high-accuracy Calibration facility unit to be used for calculation of 3-D data have been
developed for the VIVID 910.
The 3-D reference chart traceable to the national standards has also been established to utilize the technology and
algorithm that enable higher accuracy measurement.
Specifications
Type Non-contact 3D digitizer VIVID 910
Measuring method Triangulation light block method
Auto Focus method Image surface AF (contrast method), active AF
Light-Receiving Lens TELE: Focal distance f=25mm
(Exchangeable) MIDDLE: Focal distance f=14mm
 WIDE: Focal distance f=8mm
Scan Range (Depth of field)  0.6 to 2.5m (2m for WIDE)
Optimal 3D measurement Range  0.6 to 1.2m
Laser class Class 2 (IEC 60825-1), Class 1 (FDA)
Laser Scan Method Galvanometer-driven rotating mirror
X Direction Input Range  111 to 463mm (TELE), 198 to 823mm (MIDDLE),
(Varies with the distance)  359 to 1196mm (WIDE)
Y Direction Input Range  83 to 347mm (TELE), 148 to 618mm (MIDDLE),
(Varies with the distance)  269 to 897mm (WIDE)
Z Direction Input Range  40 to 500mm (TELE), 70 to 800mm (MIDDLE),
(Varies with the distance)  110 to 750mm (WIDE/FINE mode)
Accuracy TELE X: ±0.22mm, Y: ±0.16mm, Z: ±0.10mm to the Z reference plane
(Conditions:TELE/FINEmode,Konica Minolta's standard)
Input Time 0.3 sec (FAST mode) , 2.5 sec (FINE mode) , 0.5 sec (COLOR)
Transfer Time to Host Computer Approx. 1 sec (FAST mode), 1.5 sec (FINE mode)
Ambient Lighting Condition Office Environment, 500 lx or less
Imaging Element 3-D data:1/3-inch frame transfer CCD (340,000 pixels)
 Color data:3-D data is shared (color separation by rotary filter).
Number of Output Pixels 3-D data  : 307,000 (for FINE mode), 76,800 (for FAST mode)
Color data : 640 x 480 x 24 bits color depth
Output Format 3-D data  : Konica Minolta format, & (STL, DXF, OBJ, ASCII points, VRML)
 (Converted to 3-D data by the Polygon Editing 
 Software/ standard accessory)
 Color data  : RGB 24-bit raster scan data
Recording Medium Compact Flash memory card (128MB)
Data File Size Total 3-D and color data capacity: 1.6MB per data (for
FAST mode), 3.6MB per data (for FINE mode)
Viewfinder 5.7-inch LCD (320 x 240 pixels)*1
Output Interface SCSI II (DMA synchronous transfer)
Power Commercial AC power 100 to 240V (50 to 60Hz), rated
current 0.6A (when 100Vac is input)
Dimensions (WxHxD) 213 x 413 x 271 mm ( 8-3/8 x 16-1/4 x 10-11/16 in. )
Weight Approx.11kg (25 lbs)
Operating temperature/ 10 to 40°C, relative humidity 65% or less with no 
humidity range*2 condensation
Storage temperature/ - 10 to 50°C, relative humidity 85% or less (at 35°C) 
humidity range with no condensation
White Balance Cap
(standard accesoory)
Rotating Stage Set
Bench Top Frame Set
Compact Flash Memory Card
PC Card Adapter
Tripod Set
Easy Align Tool
PC (commercial available)
PC-AT
compatible machine
(OS-Windows NT
®
/ Windows
®
2000
/ Windows
®
XP)
Compact Flash
Memory Card
(optional accessory)
128M
Rotating Stage Set
(optional accessory)
Bench Top Frame Set
(optional accessory)
Exchangeable Lenses
(standard accesoory)
TELE
f=25mm
WIDE
f=8mm
MIDDLE
f=14mm
Poygon Editing Tool
(standard accessory)
System Block Diagram
Easy Align Tool
(optional)
Adds functionality to the
Polygon Editing Tool.
Automatic marker registration.
Optional accessories
*2 Operating temperature/humidity range of products for North America : 10 to 40°C,
relative humidity 50% or less (at 40°C) with no condensation.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read all safety and operating instructions
before operating the VIVID 910.
Use only a power source of the
specified rating.
Improper connection may cause a
fire or electric shock..
Do not stare into the laser beam.
(MAX. 30mW 690nm / CLASS 1
(FDA), CLASS 2 (IEC) LASER
PRODUCT)Certificate No : JQA-E-80027
Registration Date : March 12, 1997
Certificate No : YKA 0937154
Registration Date : March 3, 1995