Leica Geosystems BLK3D User manual

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Leica BLK3D
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Table of Contents
Overview 2
Components 2
Home screen 2
Technical data 3
Instrument Set-up 7
Introduction 7
Charging Li-Ion battery 7
Switching ON/OFF 8
Update 8
Using the touch screen 8
Activation 9
Settings 10
Measurement Principle 11
Reality Capture 13
1. Take photo 13
2. Measure distances in photo 14
3. Measure areas in photo 15
Laser 16
Distance 16
Smart Horizontal 17
Tracking 17
Area 18
Volume 18
Sketch & Document 19
Sketch Plan (Optional) 19
Smart Room (Optional) 21
Measure Plan (Optional) 22
Measure Facade (Optional) 23
Organiser 24
Care 25
Warranty 26
Safety instructions 27
Symbols used 27
Permitted use 27
Prohibited use 28
Hazards in use 28
Limits of use 28
Areas of responsibility 29
Disposal 29
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) 29
FCC statement (applicable in U.S.) 30
ISED Statement (applicable in Canada) 30
Japanese Radio Law and Japanese Telecommunications
Business Law Compliance 30
Regulatory 31
Use of the product with Bluetooth® 31
Laser classification 32
Labelling 32
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Overview
Ove rview
Components
The Leica BLK3D Imager is a real-time, in-
picture 3D measurement solution. See
chapter Technical data for scope of use.
1. Laser/Photo capture
2. Touch screen
3. Back
4. Home
5. Laser/Photo capture
6. Recents
7. Photo capture
8. USB port protection lid
9. USB port
10. ON/OFF
Home screen
1. Status bar
2. Side menu
3. Reality Capture
4. Laser
5. New Project
6. Sketch & Document
7. Organiser
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Technical data
Te c h n ica lda ta
3D Image distance measurement:
2D in-picture accuracy: ± 3 mm *
3D in-picture accuracy: ± 6 mm *
Laser distance measurement (ISO 163331-1):
Accuracy with favourable conditions: ** ± 1.0 mm / 0.04 in ****
Accuracy with unfavourable conditions: *** ± 2.0 mm / 0.08 in ****
Range with favourable conditions: ** 250 m / 820 ft
Range with unfavourable conditions: ***** 120 m / 394 ft
Smallest unit displayed: 0.1 mm / 1/32 in
X-Range Power Technology™: yes
Ø laser point at distances: 6 /30 / 60 mm (10 / 50 / 100 m)
Tilt measurement:
Measuring tolerance to laser beam: ****** ± 0.2°
Measuring tolerance to housing: ****** ± 0.2°
Range: 360°
* Measurement accuracy depends upon various factors including distance from the object, baseline length, texture of object, light conditions, temperature, calibration etc. Figures
quoted assume normal to favourable conditions and recommended baselines (see Measurement Principle) and are subject to change.
** applies for 100 % target reflectivity (white painted wall), low background illumination, 25 °C
*** applies for 10 to 100 % target reflectivity, high background illumination, - 10 °C to + 50 °C
**** Tolerances apply from 0.05 m to 10 m with a confidence level of 95%. The maximum tolerance may deteriorate to 0.1 mm/m between 10 m to 30 m, to 0.2 mm/m between 30 m to
100 m and to 0.3 mm/m for distances above 100 m
***** applies for 100 % target reflectivity, background illumination of approximately 30'000 lux
****** after user calibration. Additional angle related deviation of +/- 0.01° per degree up to +/-45° in each quadrant.
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Technical data
P2P measurement with DST 360 (optional):
Working range vertical sensor: -64° to > 90°
Accuracy vertical sensor up to: +/- 0.1°
Working range horizontal sensor: 360°
Accuracy horizontal sensor up to: +/- 0.1°
Tolerance P2P function at distances
(combination of sensors and distance measuring) approx.:
+/- 2 mm / 2 m
+/- 5 mm / 5 m
+/- 10 mm /10 m
Levelling range: +/- 5°
General:
Dimensions (H x W x D): 180.6 x 77.6 x 27.1 mm (7.11 x 3.06 x 1.07 in)
Weight (with rechargeable battery): 480 g / 17 oz
Temperature range: Storage: -25 to 60 °C / -13 to 140 °F
Operation: -10 to 50 °C / 14 to 122 °F
Charging: 0 to 40 °C / 32 to 104 °F
Tripod adapter: supports 1/4-20 UNC screw adapters
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Technical data
Technology:
Operating system: Android 7 (Nougat)
Processor (with integrated GPU): Snapdragon 820 QuadCore (2.2 GHz)
RAM Memory: 4 GB
Real-time processor: STM32F446
Screen: 5.0" IPS, HD 720x1280 LCD capacitive multi-touch screen, chemically strengthened, brightness: 450 cd/m2
Stereo camera: Pixels: 2 x 10 MP (15.8 cm diagonal base line)
Field of view: 80°
Focal length: 4.0 mm (22 mm in 35 mm equiv. in 1:1)
Aperture: F3.0
Laser EDM camera: Pixels: 2 MP
Field of view: 14°
I/O: USB Type-C 1.0 for data transfer and charging (water-resistant), integrated speaker and microphone
Keyboard: Three physical buttons (Power, Laser/Photo capture, Photo capture), four touch buttons (Back, Home,
Recents, Laser/Photo capture)
Additional sensors: Compass, 3D accelerometer and 3D gyroscope
Laser class: 2
Laser type: 655 nm, 0.95 mW
Storage:
Internal storage: 64 GB
Single shots: 14000 3D images
Multi shots: 5000 3D images
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Technical data
Communication:
Bluetooth® Smart: Bluetooth v4.1 and v2.1
Radiated power: 1.78 mW (BLE)
Radiated power: 10.00 mW (BT classic)
Frequency: 2402-2480 MHz
WLAN: Standard: 802.11 b/g/n
Radiated power: 6.31 mW
Frequency: 2412-2472 MHz
GPS: A-GPS and GLONASS
Power Management:
Battery: Rechargeable battery pack Li-Ion (3.80 V, 3880 mAh, 14.7 Wh) (included)
Power Management: AC adaptor (input: 100-240 V AC) (included)
External charger (input: 100-240 V AC) (optional)
Charge time: < 3.5 h (with AC adaptor)
< 5 h (with optional external charger)
Operating time: Typical capture*: 4 h / 220 multi-shot captures
Continuous capture*: 2.5 h / 1000 single-shot captures
Laser measurements: 6.5 h / 9500 laser measurements
Auto power off: after 3 h
* Wi-Fi®, Bluetooth® off, flash off, screen brightness 50 %
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Instrument Set-up
Ins trumen tSet-up
Introduction
The safety instructions (see Safety
Instructions) and the user manual
should be read through carefully
before the product is used for the
first time.
The person responsible for the
product must ensure that all users
understand these directions and
adhere to them.
The symbols used have the following
meanings:
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
or an unintended use which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
or an unintended use which, if not avoided,
may result in minor injury and/or appre-
ciable material, financial and envir-
onmental damage.
Important paragraphs which must
be adhered to in practice as they
enable the product to be used in a
technically correct and efficient man-
ner.
Charging Li-Ion battery
Charge batteries when battery icon
in status bar is flashing and before
using it for the first time. While char-
ging, the device may heat up. This is
normal and should not affect the
device’s lifespan or performance. If
the battery gets hotter than 40°C /
104°F, the charger stops. At a
recommended storage temperature
of -20°C to +30°C (-4°F to +86°F),
batteries containing a 50% to 100%
charge can be stored up to 1 year.
After this storage period the bat-
teries must be recharged. To save
energy, unplug the charger when not
in use.
CAUTION
Connecting the charger improperly may
cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered
by the warranty. Use only Leica-approved
chargers, batteries, and cables. Unap-
proved chargers or cables can cause the
battery to explode or damage the device.
Charge Li-Ion battery by USB port
on the device
Use the provided USB-C cable to charge
the BLK3D. Open the lid (1) and plug the
cable into the port of the device (2). Plug
the end of the USB-C cable into one of the
provided adaptors. Select the appropriate
one for your country. The device can also
be charged connecting the USB-C cable to
the computer, but this takes more time. If
the device is connected to the computer
via USB cable, you can download and
upload data. During charging, the device
cannot be used for measuring or acquiring
images.
Charge Li-Ion battery by USB char-
ger (optional)
Remove battery cover (1) by opening the
slider (2) from left to right. Remove battery
(3) and place it into charger (4). Insert the
USB cable into the port (5). Plug the char-
ger into an electrical socket. Charging is
completed when indicator light (6) turns
green.
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Instrument Set-up
Switching ON/OFF
Switching ON
Press ON/OFF button (1) to switch device
ON.
Switching OFF
Press ON/OFF button (1) for at least 2
seconds to switch device OFF.
Update
BLK3D Mobile will search for updates
when starting the app.
Using the touch screen
It is recommended to use fingers on
the touchscreen. Do not allow the
touch screen to come into contact
with other electrical devices. Elec-
trostatic discharges can cause the
touch screen to malfunction. Do not
allow the touch screen to get in con-
tact with water. The touch screen
may malfunction in humid conditions
or when exposed to water. To avoid
damaging the touch screen, do not
tap it with anything sharp or do not
apply excessive pressure to it with
your fingertips.
Tap
Tap on the display to open an application or
to make a selection.
Drag
Touch and hold object and drag it to the tar-
get position.
Double tap
Double tap on image to zoom it. Double tap
again to return.
Spread and pinch
Spread two fingers apart on image to
zoom. Pinch to zoom out.
Swipe
Swipe from left to right on the screen to
scroll side Menu. Swipe downwards to
scroll through options.
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Instrument Set-up
Activation
Select language for operating system.
Copy your data from another device or set
up as new.
Connect to a WiFi network. Protect your device with a PIN or a pass-
word (optional).
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Instrument Set-up
Settings
Select “Settings” menu.
Enter user data. This data will be stored in
your projects and are used to automatically
fill the header of an exported PDF report.
Select measurement unit. Select language.
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Measurement Principle
Mea s u remen tPrinc iple
1
The BLK3D Imager has a calibrated
stereo-camera, which takes two sim-
ultaneous 3D images of the same
scene from two different positions.
This is analog to the left and right eye
in human 3D stereo vision.
Reality Capture: Photo capture process
using the BLK3D Imager.
Single-shot: Capture of a single stereo
photo.
Multi-shot: Capture of multiple stereo pho-
tos of the same 3D image from slightly dif-
ferent positions.
Baseline: Maximum distance between the
cameras during Reality Capture. This dis-
tance can be increased by using Multi-shot
from slightly different positions.
2
The photos from the two cameras are
displayed on the BLK3D screen. Only
points which are visible in both photos
can be measured.
3
The intersection angle between the
two lines of sight from the two cam-
eras is key for good 3D accuracy. The
angle is affected by the distance (D) to
the object and the baseline length (B).
4
Take the photo from a short distance
(D) to the object to increase the accur-
acy.
Shorter distance (D) => Better res-
ults
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Measurement Principle
5
Take multiple shots (up to 3) from
slightly different positions to increase
the base line length (B).
Longer base line (B) => Better results
Recommended baseline for multi-shots:
20% of the distance from the imager to the
object.
Distance Baseline
1 m / 3.3 ft 0.2 m / 0.7 ft
2 m / 6.6 ft 0.4 m / 1.3 ft
3 m / 9.8 ft 0.6 m / 2 ft
5 m / 16.4 ft 1 m / 3.3 ft
7 m / 23.0 ft 1.4 m / 4.6 ft
10 m / 32.8 ft 2 m / 6.6 ft
15 m / 49.2 ft 3 m / 9.8 ft
20 m / 65.6 ft 4 m / 13.1 ft
Multi-shot computation can fail if you
move too far. The results will then be
calculated based on the first single-
shot.
6
Multi-shot is required for 3D meas-
urements and 3D images which should
be used for 3D modelling.
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Reality Capture
Rea lity Ca p ture
1. Take photo
1
Select "Reality Capture" function.
2
Choose between different settings:
Timer: set a time delay for the
photo acquisition.
Grid: show grid lines on display for
better orientation.
Flash: set the flash ON/OFF or
auto.
Cancel: go back to home screen.
Menu: show menu for main nav-
igation.
3
Hold the BLK3D correctly. Make sure
that your fingers do not cover the cam-
eras.
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4
Ensure that the object you want to
measure is visible in all pictures. Only
points which are visible in at least two
pictures can be measured. Press
"Photo" to capture. You can also use
the "Photo capture" button.
5
To increase measurement accuracy
take an additional photo from a slightly
other perspective. You can take up to 3
photos.
6
Review photos. Press "Remove" to
delete unwanted photos and "Done" to
exit Review mode.
7
Go to Measure mode (see 2. Measure
distances in photo).
New: Capture the next "Reality
Capture" 3D image without going
to measure.

Reality Capture
2. Measure distances in photo
1
Select "Distance". Zoom in to the
object you want to measure using ges-
tures.
2
Tap the first point on photo to start
measuring process.
Snap: automatic snap to edges in
photo (active by default).
Delete: delete selected measured
point/line.
Undo: erase last operation.
3
Tap the second point. The measured
distance is automatically shown above
the line.
4
Tap on any measured point again to
activate Precise mode.
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5
Drag and spread to precisely center
the point you want to measure in the
cross-hair.
Done: confirm point position.
Next: jump to the next point for Pre-
cise mode selection.
6
Select Tools to add Tags, Rename or
Delete the 3D image, Move 3D image
to a project (see Organiser), measure
distances with Laser (see Laser).
7
Select a line and measure the distance
with Laser to cross-check the dis-
tance. Laser value is shown in brack-
ets (see Laser).
8
Choose different options:
New: exits Measure mode to take
a new photo.
Export: export the 3D image in
JPG or PDF format.

Reality Capture
3. Measure areas in photo
1
Select "Area". Zoom in to the object
you want to measure using gestures.
2
Tap the first point on photo to start
measuring process.
Snap: automatic snap to edges in
photo (active by default).
Delete: delete selected measured
point/line.
Undo: erase last operation.
3
Tap other points on photo to define the
area. Tap "Area" button again to finish
defining the area.
4
Tap on any measured point to activate
Precise mode.
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5
Drag and spread to precisely center
the point you want to measure in the
cross-hair.
Done: confirm point position.
Next: jump to the next point for Pre-
cise mode selection.
6
Select Tools to add Tags, Rename or
Delete the 3D image, Move 3D image
to a project (see Organiser), measure
distances with Laser (see Laser).
7
Select a line and measure the distance
with Laser to cross-check the dis-
tance. Laser value is shown in brack-
ets (see Laser).
8
Choose different options:
New: exits Measure mode to take
a new photo.
Export: export the 3D image in
JPG or PDF format.

Laser
La s er
Distance
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1
Select "Laser" function.
2
Adjust measuring reference (base):
Back: Distance is measured from the bot-
tom of the device (default setting).
Front: Distance is measured from the top
of the device.
Corner adaptor: Distance is measured
from the corner adapter (optional).
3
Select "Distance" from "Tools". Aim
laser at the target.
4
Press "Laser" button (see Overview).
Measured distance is shown at the bot-
tom of the screen.
5
Select "Calc" and choose between
"Add" and "Subtract". Take another
Distance measurement to Add/Sub-
tract to/from the previous one.
6
Select "Tools" to choose between dif-
ferent measurements (Distance,
Smart Horizontal,Area and Volume)
and export measurement into a PDF
report.
7
Select "Export" and select the meas-
urement to be printed in a PDF report.
8
Swipe right to left to delete a single
measurement, or select "Clear" to
delete all measurements from the
measurement list.

Laser
Smart Horizontal
1
Select "Smart Horizontal" from "Tools".
Adjust measure reference if needed.
2
Aim active laser at target. Measure
with "Laser" button.
3
Vertical and horizontal distances are
calculated.
Tracking
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1
Press "Laser" button for 2 seconds to
activate tracking mode.
2
Press "Laser" button again to finish the
measurement.

Laser
Area
1
Select "Area" from "Tools". Adjust
measure reference if needed.
2
Measure two distances (length and
width) with "Laser" button.
3
Circumference and Area are auto-
matically calculated.
Volume
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1
Select "Volume" from "Tools". Adjust
measure reference if needed.
2
Measure three distances (length, width
and height) with "Laser" button.
3
Area, Wall Area, Circumference and
Volume are automatically calculated.

Sketch & Document
Sk e tch &Do c u men t
Sketch Plan (Optional)
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1
Select "Sketch Plan" function from
"Sketch & Document" menu.
2
Select "Line" button and draw by drag-
ging or tapping. Press again the button
to finish the line. Line finishes auto-
matically when connecting it to the
start point.
3
Select "Area" button and draw by drag-
ging or tapping. To create an area, tap
at least three points on the screen. Tap
"Area" button again to finish defining
the Area.
4
Select a line and press "Laser" to meas-
ure the length.
5
The sketch is automatically scaled.
Calculated values are in brackets.
Area and circumference are auto-
matically printed on sketch.
6
Alternatively select a line and press
“Enter” to add length.
7
Select a line and press "Opening" to
add doors or windows.
8
Drag the opening to move it or select
the distance from the wall and meas-
ure it.