GOM mbH

Mittelweg 7-8
D-38106 Braunschweig E-Mail: info@gom.com
Germany www.gom.com
Tel.: +49 (0) 531 390 29 0 Fax: +49 (0) 531 390 29 15
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ATOS



User Manual - Hardware
















ATOS COMPACT SCAN 5M, 2M
With Camera Supports 300 mm, 500 mm and SO



COMPACT
SCAN

Important Notes



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Important Notes
Symbols
In this user manual the following standard signal words may be
used:

This label points to a situation that might be
dangerous and could lead to serious bodily
harm or to death.

This label points to a situation that might be
dangerous and could lead to light bodily harm.

This label points to a situation in which the
product or an object in the vicinity of the product
might be damaged.

This label indicates important application notes
and other useful information.


Safety and Health Hazard Notes

Do not look directly into the laser light with optical instru-
ments.
The used laser meets laser class 1 M according to DIN EN
60 825-1.
Do not use equipment connected to AC power during heavy
thunderstorms. Due to voltage variations and transient volt-
ages in the low-voltage network, malfunctions and danger-
ous voltages between housing and other components may
occur.
In extreme positions, stands with horizontal extension arms
may fall over. Avoid such positions. Use the product only on
a safe and steady ground.
When measuring large objects, make sure you comply with
the respective valid accident prevention regulations.
Do not use the ATOS system in explosion-hazardous areas!


Operate the equipment only with the operating voltages
printed on the housing. Using an incorrect operating voltage
may cause malfunctions or the risk of fire.

Artificial optical radiation (projector light). When operating,
do not look into the light source for a longer time. Directly
looking into the light source may be harmful for your eyes!
(See also 2 Technical Data).
Check cables and, if damaged, replace them by all means.
Protect the cables from mechanical load (squeezing, ten-
sion, etc.). Damaged cables may cause short-circuits and
the risk of fire.
AC power connection of the unit must comply with the valid
regulations of the respective countries.
Replace fuses only with components having the same spec-
ifications.
During scanning, stroboscopic light patterns are generated.
These light patterns might cause epileptic seizures for sen-
sitive persons.




Never unplug or connect cables during operation!
The devices must not come into contact with water. For
cleaning, use a moist cloth but first disconnect the power
plug.
The ambient temperature must be between +5 and +40 C.
Make sure no rapid temperature variations occur that might
cause condensation.
The housing may only be opened when no voltage is ap-
plied.
Do not stick any strange objects into the housing.
Never cover the venting slots.
Never operate the sensor without the corresponding air fil-
ter, see section 11.



Legal Notes
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any means or used to make any derivative work (such as
translations, transformations or adaptations) without the prior
written permission of GOM.
GOM reserves the right to revise this publication and to make
changes in content from time to time without obligation on the
part of GOM to provide notification of such revision or change.
GOM provides this manual without warranty of any kind, either
implied or expressed, including, but not limited, to the implied
warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular pur-
pose.
GOM may improve or change the manual and/or the product(s)
described herein at any time.

Copyright 2011
GOM mbH
All rights reserved!
Table of Contents





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Table of Contents
Important Notes __________________________________ 2
Symbols _______________________________________________ 2
Safety and Health Hazard Notes ___________________________ 2
Legal Notes ____________________________________________ 2
Table of Contents _________________________________ 3
1. Introduction _______________________________ 5
2. Measuring System Types ____________________ 5
2.1 Types for Stationary Operation _____________________ 5
2.2 Types for Mobile Operation________________________ 6
3. Sensor Types ______________________________ 7
3.1 Sensor Types and Technical Data __________________ 7
4. Information About the Sensor ________________ 8
4.1 Sensor Configurations ____________________________ 9
4.2 Definition of Terms Referring to ATOS COMPACT SCAN
300 and 500 ____________________________________ 10
4.3 Definition of Terms Referring to ATOS COMPACT SCAN
SO ____________________________________________ 10
5. Lenses ___________________________________ 11
5.1 Lenses ________________________________________ 11
6. Standard Control Elements and LED Indicators _ 12
6.1 Web Interface __________________________________ 13
7. Operation of 3D Ball Head ___________________ 14
7.1 Positioning of Sensor ___________________________ 14
7.2 Sensor Fixture__________________________________ 14
7.2.1 Mechanism of Sensor Fixture _______________________ 14
7.2.2 Mounting Direction of Sensor on Locking Mechanism ____ 15
7.2.3 Fixture of Sensor on Locking Mechanism _____________ 16
8. Sensor Setup _____________________________ 17
8.1 General _______________________________________ 17
8.2 Measuring Volume ______________________________ 17
8.3 Changing the Camera Positions (Step by Step) ______ 17
8.3.1 Initial Situation: Sensor in Position 300 _______________ 18
8.3.2 Loosen Cameras from Support _____________________ 18
8.3.3 Remove Camera Screws and Loosen Support _________ 19
8.3.4 Remove Camera Support 300 ______________________ 19
8.3.5 Insert Camera Support SO _________________________ 20
8.3.6 Fix Camera Support SO ___________________________ 20
8.3.7 Insert Camera Screws ____________________________ 21
8.3.8 Fix Cameras ____________________________________ 21
8.3.9 Changed Sensor with Camera Support SO ____________ 22
8.4 Set Up Sensor with ATOS V7 Software _____________ 23
8.4.1 Camera Angle ___________________________________ 24
8.4.2 Adjust the Laser Pointers __________________________ 25
Steps to adjust the laser pointers ________________________ 25
9. Wireless Remote Control ___________________ 26
9.1 Preparing the Remote Control ____________________ 26
9.2 Explanation of the Function Keys __________________ 27
10. Sensor Calibration _________________________ 28
10.1 How to Handle Calibration Objects _________________ 28
10.2 Calibration Conditions ___________________________ 29
10.2.1 When is Calibration Required? ______________________ 29
10.2.2 Prerequisites ____________________________________ 29


10.3 Calibration Using Calibration Panel CP 40 ___________ 29
10.3.1 Handling Instructions for Calibration Panel CP 40 _______ 30
10.3.2 Loading the Calibration Data _______________________ 31
10.3.3 Preparing the Calibration Process ___________________ 31
10.3.4 Calibration Process _______________________________ 32
10.3.5 Calibration Result ________________________________ 32
10.4 Calibration Using Calibration Cross CC 30 __________ 33
10.4.1 Handling Instructions for Calibration Cross CC 30 _______ 34
10.4.2 Entering Calibration Data into ATOS _________________ 34
10.4.3 Preparing the Calibration Process ___________________ 35
10.4.4 Calibration Process _______________________________ 35
10.4.5 Calibration Result ________________________________ 36
10.4.6 Quick Calibration _________________________________ 36
11. Checking and Cleaning the Air Filter __________ 37
11.1 Removing the Air Filter __________________________ 37
12. Cabling, Network Port _______________________ 38
12.1 Cabling ________________________________________ 38
12.1.1 Cabling with Laptop ______________________________ 38
12.1.2 Cabling with 19" PC ______________________________ 39
12.2 Network Port ___________________________________ 40
12.2.1 Notes for Network Administrators ____________________ 40






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Introduction
Types for Stationary Operation




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1. Introduction
This user information is intended for qualified personnel who is not or
just a little familiar with the coordinate measurement technique but
who has basic PC knowledge (windows-based programs and operat-
ing systems). This user information is configured to the transfer of
knowledge of system installation, sensor settings, changing the cam-
era support and other hardware relevant information.
This user information is divided into the following sections:
The first page informs about important safety aspects.
Section 1 - Introduction
Section 2 and 3 describe the system variants.
Section 4 contains general information about the sensor.
Section 5 informs about how to handle the lenses.
Section 6 describes the control elements and LED indicators of the
sensor.
Section 7 describes the control elements of the optional 3D pan and
tilt head.
Section 8 describes the setup of the sensor.
Section 9 explains the wireless remote control.
Section 10 describes the calibration of the sensor.
Section 11 informs about cleaning the air filter.
Section 12 shows the cabling of the system as laptop and 19" PC
variants and contains notes for network administrators.

2. Measuring System Types
ATOS COMPACT SCAN systems are available in connection with ex-
tensive equipment. The two following versions only show a selection
of possibilities.
2.1 Types for Stationary Operation

Stationary System

Types for Mobile Operation
Measuring System Types



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ATOS sensor with stereo cameras, fringe projector, controller and
power supply.
Stand for secure and steady hold of the ATOS sensor.
Please only use stands which are released by GOM for this sen-
sor type. Otherwise the stand with the sensor may fall over!
Calibration panel for high-precision calibration.
High-performance PC system with Microsoft Windows 7 operating
system and separate network interface card for the Gigabit data
link.
The factory settings of the separate network interface card are op-
timized for the Gigabit data link and must not be changed! For
more information see section 12.2.1.
ATOS application software (Windows) as of V7.5

2.2 Types for Mobile Operation

Mobile ATOS COMPACT SCAN - Out-of-the-box system
Transport case
Carbon fiber tripod stand and foldable calibration cross to guaran-
tee high mobility
Manual rotation table
When using the carbon fiber tripod stand it may probably fall over!
Foldable calibration cross
When calibrating using the foldable calibration cross, the highest
possible accuracy will not be achieved! For more information see
section 9.


Sensor Types
Sensor Types and Technical Data




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3. Sensor Types
This user manual describes two types of ATOS COMPACT SCAN
sensors. Mainly, the sensors are constructed similarly and differ in the
cameras and in the length of the camera support.

3.1 Sensor Types and Technical Data
System ATOS COMPACT SCAN 2M
Rev. 01
ATOS COMPACT SCAN 5M
Rev. 01
Measuring points per individual
scan
or camera resolution
approx. 2 000 000 points
1624 x 1236 pixels
approx. 5 000 000 points
2448 x 2050 pixels
Camera position 500


Measuring volume:
250 x 190 x 190 mm
to
1000 x 750 x 750 mm
300 x 230 x 230 mm
to
1200 x 900 x 900 mm
Measuring point distance:
156 - 615 m 124 - 481 m
Camera position 300


Measuring volume (in mm):
125 x 90 x 90 mm
to
500 x 380 x 380 mm
150 x 110 x 110 mm
to
600 x 400 x 400 mm
Measuring point distance:
75 - 309 m 62 - 250 m
Camera position SO


Measuring volume (in mm):
35 x 30 x 20 mm
to
125 x 90 x 90 mm
40 x 30 x 20 mm
to
150 x 110 x110 mm
Measuring point distance:
21 - 79 m 17- 63 m
Transfer of image and control
signals
Using a Gigabit data link via an Ethernet interface (GigE)
Projector light Artificial optical radiation, blue (400-500 nm)

(Medium risk according to DIN EN 62471,
issue March 2009, when looking into the light source)
Ambient conditions +5 C to +40 C
(non-condensing)
Voltage range (typical) 90 - 240 V, 50 - 60 Hz
Power consumption Typically 120 W
max. 200 W
Power Factor Correction 95%
Max. cable length between
sensor and PC, laptop
10 m
Application software,
Operating system
ATOS v7.5 and higher for Windows 7
For further information see http://www.gom.com

Sensor Types and Technical Data
Information About the Sensor



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4. Information About the Sensor
Each configured ATOS sensor, in scan direction, has defined 3D areas
within which a measuring object can be scanned. In the following,
such a 3D area is called "measuring volume" (MV).
The measuring volume determines the distance between sensor and
measuring object and the set of lenses to be used.

In practice, depending on the measuring task, different measuring
volumes might be required.

Ideally, you have camera and projector lenses that are preadjusted to
your measuring volume. In this case, you need to perform no or just
very few steps for adjusting the sensor.
A complete sensor setup is only required if the corresponding set of
lenses has never been adjusted before or is decalibrated (wrong ad-
justments).

For a complete sensor adjustment, you need to adjust the angle rela-
tions of the cameras and set the focus and aperture of the lenses.
Then, the complete system is calibrated by means of calibration
panels or calibration crosses. If the measuring volume is adjusted
successfully by calibration, you may start a measuring project.

The sensor adjustment is supported by the software. The software de-
termines all necessary parameter settings.

In order to achieve large, medium and small measuring volumes, the
sensors can be adapted to the camera positions SO (Small objects)
for small measuring volumes, 300 for medium measuring volumes and
500 for large measuring volumes, see table 4.1, with the help of ex-
changeable camera supports.
















Information About the Sensor
Sensor Configurations




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4.1 Sensor Configurations
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600 600 x 450 x 450 0.243 3 1170 24 17 12 CP40/MV560, CC30/MV500x500
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Definitions:
Camera position 500 Camera position 300 Camera position SO



Definition of Terms Referring to
ATOS COMPACT SCAN 300 and 500
Information About the Sensor



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4.2 Definition of Terms Referring to
ATOS COMPACT SCAN 300 and 500






















4.3 Definition of Terms Referring to ATOS COMPACT SCAN SO























Camera angle
Measuring distance (from ATOS label
to the center of the measuring volume)
Camera lens right R
Camera lens left L
Center of the measuring volume
Height H (measuring volume)
Width W (measuring volume)
Length L (measuring volume)
Projector lens P
Camera position (approx. distance in mm)
Camera angle
Measuring distance (from ATOS label
to the center of the measuring volume)
Camera lens right R
Camera lens left L
Center of the measuring volume
Height H (measuring volume)
Width W (measuring volume)
Length L (measuring volume)
Projector lens P
Camera position (approx. distance in mm)
Lenses
Lenses




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5. Lenses
The lenses shown in this example may, in some cases, differ from
those delivered in practice. Therefore, the statements made here have
to be used correspondingly.
All lenses are marked with L (left) or R (right) or P (projector). Left and
right are defined from the sensor view in normal operating position.
Never switch on the sensor if the projector lens still is equipped with
the lens cap! Due to the high light output, the lens cap and the pro-
jector lens may be damaged!


5.1 Lenses





















For the projector lenses, the aperture value is fixed and cannot be
changed.
Select a set of lenses matching the required measuring volume and
camera positions (e.g. SO, 300, 500), and screw it into the cameras
and the projector.
To avoid getting dirt into the cameras and the projector, always equip
the devices with lenses or blind caps, even when they are switched
off. When changing the lenses, fix the new lenses in place immedi-
ately.
Screw in the lenses carefully by hand, lock the focus locking ring, if
necessary, to ensure screwing in without any problems.

Camera lens left L




Camera lens right R



Projector lens P



Screw thread; tighten carefully by hand in
the housing!
While doing so, lock focus locking ring!
Focus locking ring with hex socket head
locking screw



Focal length.
In this example 17 mm.
Aperture setting ring with manual locking screw. If no
screw exists, locking is done by means of three hex
socket head screws in the aperture ring. Note: In the
example shown, aperture value 11 means aperture
closed and aperture value 1.4 means aperture open.
Lenses
Standard Control Elements and LED Indicators



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6. Standard Control Elements and LED Indicators



a
Shows green light if the sensor is ready for operation.
Shows orange light while the operating system of the sensor starts.
Shows red light in the moment of being switched on or in case of a failure. You
will find additional status information on the Web interface of the sensor, see 6.1.
b
Yellow LED, illuminates in case of active Gigabit transmission at interface CAM L.
c
Green LED, illuminates in case of data transmission at interface CAM L.
d
Power switch to switch the sensor on and off.













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Standard Control Elements and LED Indicators
Web Interface




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6.1 Web Interface
You reach the Web interface in the ATOS software under Help Sys-
tem Analysis ATOS Sensor Analyze System Sensor
Status ...

Prerequisite:
The sensor must be switched on and connected to the computer.
The ATOS software is running but the sensor is not initialized ( )!


Start screen of the Web interface

Alternatively, you may also use the installed Firefox web browser. In
factory-adjusted measuring computers, a corresponding bookmark is
available.




Positioning of Sensor
Operation of 3D Ball Head



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7. Operation of 3D Ball Head
7.1 Positioning of Sensor
Always position the sensor using both of your hands (see figure be-
low), one hand at one of the sensor handles and the other hand at
the locking screw of the 3D ball head.
Only this way you can position the sensor safely.

Adjustment of sensor on stand

7.2 Sensor Fixture
7.2.1 Mechanism of Sensor Fixture
A wedge plate e holds the sensor in the locking mechanism f .

Clamped sensor fixture (front view)
Always make sure that the wedge plate e really holds the sensor
correctly and firmly in the locking mechanism f !
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Operation of 3D Ball Head
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Functional principle of the clamping mechanism
You may adjust the clamping force any time with the knurled thumb
screw g .
7.2.2 Mounting Direction of Sensor on Locking Mechanism

Mounting direction of sensor



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Sensor Fixture
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7.2.3 Fixture of Sensor on Locking Mechanism

Steps for fixing the sensor

Loosen the locking lever h , unlock the mechanism using the latch i
and move the sensor with the wedge plate k to the stop.
Clamp the wedge plate again with the help of the locking lever h .


View of a correctly fixed sensor.















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General




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8. Sensor Setup
8.1 General
In order to adjust the sensor, the complete system including the
ATOS software needs to be installed and the sensor must be
equipped with a set of lenses matching the measuring volume and
the camera position. For achieving all camera positions, three differ-
ent camera supports can be used.

Camera position 500 Camera position 300 Camera position SO




For each measuring volume (MV), the set of lenses are factory-
preadjusted.
If you have the respective set of lenses for each measuring volume,
setting up the sensor is easy as you do not need to carry out all the
steps referring to adjusting the focus and aperture!
You always need to perform a complete sensor setup if, for example,
the corresponding set of lenses has never been adjusted before or is
decalibrated.

8.2 Measuring Volume
Use the table in section 4.1 to determine a measuring volume.
You create larger measuring volumes with camera positions 500 and
300 and smaller measuring volumes with camera position SO (see ta-
ble 4.2).
Please check whether the cameras are in the correct position. How to
change the camera positions is described in section 0.

8.3 Changing the Camera Positions (Step by Step)
In the following, we describe how to change the camera distance from
300 to SO.
When you are changing the distance from SO to 300 or when you
are changing to camera position 500, please proceed corresponding-
ly. All camera supports have identical connecting elements.

The length of the camera connection cables are matched to the
camera support when the system is delivered.
If you received the support for camera position 500 or SO later, the
connection cables might not be long enough. In that case, contact
the GOM support or your local distributor.

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All camera supports have factory-adjusted stops for the required
camera angles.

Never loosen these stops!


8.3.1 Initial Situation: Sensor in Position 300

ATOS COMPACT SCAN sensor without connection cable (front view)

8.3.2 Loosen Cameras from Support

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8.3.3 Remove Camera Screws and Loosen Support

View from below

8.3.4 Remove Camera Support 300

View from below









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8.3.5 Insert Camera Support SO

Sensor view from below, SO camera support view from top

8.3.6 Fix Camera Support SO

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8.3.7 Insert Camera Screws

View from below

8.3.8 Fix Cameras

Top view
All camera supports have factory-adjusted stops m , l for the re-
quired camera angles.
Never loosen these stops!

Set the camera on the centering pins n , o and stops m , l and fix the
cameras lightly at first.
Now, turn camera L in the direction of the red arrow against the stop
l .
While holding the camera turned against the stop l , fix the corre-
sponding camera screws with a torque of max. 1.2 Nm.
Now, turn camera R in the direction of the red arrow against the stop
m .



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While holding the camera turned against the stop m , fix the corre-
sponding camera screws with a torque of max. 1.2 Nm.


View from below. Rotation direction of the cameras (red arrow) when tightening the camera
screws with max. 1.2 Nm.

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Max. 1.2 Nm

Max. 1.2 Nm
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8.4 Set Up Sensor with ATOS V7 Software
You adjust the sensor using the workspace Set Up.

The software automatically identifies the connected sensor type.

Using the icon Set Up Sensor, you may register in the software the
requested measuring volume and the camera distances used, see
4.2. All further adjustment parameters will automatically be determined
by the software (measuring distance, filters, focuses, ...). A software
dialog guides you through the required individual steps.
If you use a set of lenses that has never been adjusted before or that
is decalibrated, you also need to adjust the aperture and the focus.
The yellow arrows point to the clamping screws for adjusting the
focus and the white arrows point to the clamping screws for adjust-
ing the aperture.

Top view of an ATOS COMPACT SCAN
You need to loosen the clamping screws before starting to adjust the
focus and aperture.

Start the adjustment from left to right by choosing the corresponding
icons in the main toolbar.




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For the setup work, you need special setup sheets.


Setup-Sheet A is required for focus adjustments.
Setup-Sheet B is required for aperture adjustments.
Software dialogs help you to adjust the sensor:
Adjust focus of left camera
Adjust focus of right camera
Adjust projector focus
Not required for COMPACT SCAN sensors
Not required for COMPACT SCAN sensors
Adjust left camera aperture
Adjust right camera aperture



8.4.1 Camera Angle
The camera angles are already preadjusted by fixed stops (see 8.3.8)
in order to ensure fast and easy change of the measuring volume.

Due to this fixed setting, slight divergencies might occur between the
projected cross in the 2D camera images and the cross hairs dis-
played by the software.
These divergencies do not affect the measuring accuracy!

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8.4.2 Adjust the Laser Pointers
In addition to the target, the ATOS COMPACT SCAN sensors have
two laser pointers (right and left) to determine the center of the meas-
uring volume. The laser pointers always have to be readjusted if the
measuring distance (see Sensor Configurations 4.1) changed. For
each laser pointer, two adjusting screws ( p and q ) are available at
the bottom side of the sensor.

The figure shows the adjustment possibilities for the laser pointers. The adjustment screws p
and q move the laser beam with respect to each other.

St eps t o adj ust t he l aser poi nt er s

You already set up the sensor according to section 8.4.
Position the sensor at the measuring distance (see section 4.1 and
4.2) in front of a light surface.
Remove the camera covers.
Switch on the sensor (switch at the power supply unit).
Switch on the laser pointers via the ATOS software.
Adjust the laser pointers to the center of the projected cross.



Adjust the laser pointers to the projected cross at measuring distance A


You cannot see the laser pointers in the 2D camera image if you use
an ATOS COMPACT SCAN sensor with blue light technology!

p

q p q
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9. Wireless Remote Control
Your ATOS system will be delivered with a wireless remote control.

Remote Control with Accessories

1 x wireless remote control.
The remote control allows for measure-
ments without using the mouse or key-
board.


1 x receiver for the wireless remote con-
trol. The receiver is operated at a USB
connection of the measuring computer.

(R03, AAA, Micro: 1.5 V)
1 x dry cell battery.

1 x bag for the wireless remote control.


9.1 Preparing the Remote Control
Equip the wireless remote control with the battery and insert the re-
ceiver into the USB connection of the measuring computer.



















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9.2 Explanation of the Function Keys
Key, Key Press: Function:

Remote control on/off

Snap images during calibration and start function Measure. Control the button functions in error dialogs
according to the display.

Control the button functions in error dialogs according to the display.

Maximize or minimize the live view. You may use this function also during a measurement.

Abort a running measurement.


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10. Sensor Calibration
Calibration is a measuring process during which the measuring sys-
tem with the help of calibration objects is adjusted such that the di-
mensional consistency of the measuring system is ensured. During
this process, the software determines geometrical parameters, for ex-
ample position and orientation of each camera, based on the recorded
camera images. In addition, the image characteristics of the camera
lenses and the camera chips are determined.
Based on these settings, the ATOS software calculates from the points
of the calibration object in the 2D camera image their 3D coordinates.
For the ATOS COMPACT SCAN SENSORS, three different calibration
objects are used (panel with magnetic support, panel in the case, and
cross).
Generally, each measuring volume (MV) has its own calibration object.
The table in section 4.1 informs you about which calibration object is
required for your measuring volume.
Crosses are used for system types for mobile operation, because the
panels are too large for measuring volumes MV 250.
Panels with a magnetic support are suitable for the smallest measur-
ing volumes, e.g. MV 170 for camera position SO.

Calibration panel for MV 125 Calibration panel in the case for MV 300 Calibration cross for MV1200

If for a measuring volume you may use both, panel calibration and
cross calibration objects, please use the more accurate panel cali-
bration.
Carry out the calibration only with the calibration object intended for
your measuring volume.

10.1 How to Handle Calibration Objects
Always handle the calibration objects with utmost care and prevent
them from getting dirty and being scratched. Make sure you do not
touch the surface of the calibration object if possible. After each use,
duly accommodate the calibration objects.
Clean the surface of the calibration object using the enclosed micro-
fiber cloth from the standard tool box. Wipe the surface gently only.
Never exert any pressure.


Microfiber cloth for cleaning the calibration panels
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10.2 Calibration Conditions
10.2.1 When is Calibration Required?
Before starting measurements for the first time, the respective
ATOS measuring volume needs to be calibrated.
Also, if the adjustment of the camera lenses or the position of the
cameras with respect to each other is changed (e.g. when changing
the camera positions 300, 500, SO), the system requires calibration
again.
If the system indicates a possible decalibration, you should perform
a new calibration.
10.2.2 Prerequisites
We recommend letting the sensor warm up for approximately 30
minutes (camera and projector switched on), so that calibration can be
carried out under operating conditions.
A prerequisite for successful calibration is the correct setup of the
sensor.
The measuring object defines the measuring volume and thus the set
of lenses to be used. Depending on the field of application of the
measuring system (mobile, stationary), you either need to use a cali-
bration panel or a calibration cross.
The measuring distance to the calibration object has to be adjusted
according to the measuring volume used, see the sensor configuration
table in section 4.1 and 4.2.
At the beginning of the calibration process, you need to enter the
temperature into the software at which the calibration is carried out.
Measure the temperature using a thermometer.
10.3 Calibration Using Calibration Panel CP 40
This section describes the calibration using the calibration panel CP40
and the ATOS COMPACT SCAN sensor on a stand.
There are two types of this calibration panel:
For measuring volumes as of MV 250 and larger
With magnetic support for measuring volumes as of MV 150 and
smaller.

Calibration object CP40 for measuring volumes with camera position 400 in the case (without
case cover)
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The CP40 calibration objects consist of black points on a white back-
ground. The larger points in the middle inform the ATOS software
about the calibration panel type, e.g. calibration object CP 40 for
measuring volume MV300.
Each point was measured photogrammetrically in the factory. Always
ensure that the calibration panel is clean (see section 10.3.1).
For each calibration panel there is a CD containing the calibration da-
ta (file extension .calobj) and the certificate.
A unique serial number provides for correct matching of calibration ob-
ject, certificate and calibration data.


Calibration CD with serial no. File name calibration data Serial no. of calibration panel Certificate with serial no.

10.3.1 Handling Instructions for Calibration Panel CP 40
The surface of the calibration panel is very sensitive. Therefore, nev-
er touch the surface directly with your hands.
Calibration panels for measuring volumes MV 250 and larger remain
in the case during the calibration process. Only the case cover is re-
moved. Please remove the case cover carefully to prevent any dam-
age to the surface of the panel.
Clean the surface of the panel using the enclosed microfiber cloth
from the standard tool box. Wipe the surface gently only. Never exert
any pressure.
Damaged points will not be used for calibration.
Soiling and damages in the area of the larger calibration points in the
middle may cause that the ATOS software does not identify the pan-
el!
If you use multiple ATOS COMPACT SCAN sensors, please check
that the serial number of your calibration object matches the calibra-
tion data in the software. The software only checks the correct type
of the panel but not the serial number.
It is mandatory that the serial number of the calibration object is iden-
tical to the serial number of the calibration object in the ATOS soft-
ware! Otherwise your measuring system may provide inaccurate
measuring data!
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10.3.2 Loading the Calibration Data
When using a measuring volume for the first time, you need to load
the corresponding calibration data into the ATOS software and cali-
brate the sensor. If you purchased the measuring volume together
with the complete ATOS system, the calibration data is already load-
ed.
Insert the CD belonging to the calibration object into the computer and
start the ATOS software. Choose Edit Application Settings
Preferences Templates Calibration objects Import.
Choose the calibration file with the extension .calobj from the CD.
Now, the calibration object is selectable in the ATOS software.
10.3.3 Preparing the Calibration Process
When you want to calibrate a measuring volume, the sensor is already
set up (see section 8) and the ATOS software knows which measuring
volume and which camera position you want to use. Based on this in-
formation, the software determines the required focal lengths of the
lenses.
Open the calibration dialog in workspace Set Up Calibrate Sen-
sor.

Choose the required calibration object with the mouse,
and start the process with Next.
Maybe you are asked whether the settings are to be reset to the rec-
ommended calibration settings. This always happens when the cali-
bration object has never been used before or it was used in connec-
tion with a different camera position (SO, 300, 500). Confirm the re-
quest with Yes.

In the following windows, enter the current measurement temperature
and accept the adjusted focal lengths (camera and projector lens).
Place the calibration object with its case on the floor and use the
stand to position the sensor at the measuring distance orthogonally
over it. As the laser pointers are already adjusted to this distance (see
section 8.4.2), you only need to move the sensor on the stand up or
down until the two laser points become one.

Calibration object at measuring distance to sensor
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10.3.4 Calibration Process
After that the software will guide you through the individual calibration
steps. In the first step, you are asked to place the sensor and the cali-
bration object in the center of the measuring volume.
Enable the Automatic exposure time.
In exceptional cases it might happen that the function Automatic ex-
posure time cannot work correctly. In this case, disable the function
and use the exposure time wheel to adjust the optimum exposure time
for each calibration image.

Exposure time adjustment for calibration


An optimum exposure time is given when the red overexposed areas
are just no longer visible.
In the subsequent steps you are then asked to place the calibration
object in defined positions to the sensor. The software leads you to the
correct positions.

10.3.5 Calibration Result
At the end of the calibration process, the calibration result is shown.
The green icon indicates a good calibration result. The red icon
indicates an insufficient calibration result.
In case of an insufficient calibration result, repeat the calibration and
check the sensor settings (see 8.4), the correct camera lenses and
ensure that the cameras and lenses are mounted tight.
You reach the calibration results with Acquisition Sensor Cali-
bration Show Calibration Information.
As of software version V7.5 and higher, the calibration is saved in the
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10.4 Calibration Using Calibration Cross CC 30
This section describes the calibration process using a calibration
cross. The calibration with a calibration cross is necessary for ATOS
COMPACT SCAN systems for mobile operation only!
Due to the size of the cross you can only calibrate the sensor in a
horizontal position.

CC 30 - Calibration cross folded and unfolded.


Calibration with calibration cross CC30 in horizontal position

During calibration, the sensor configuration is determined. This means
that the camera positions and the orientation of the cameras to each
other are defined, and the image characteristics of the cameras are
determined. Based on these settings, the software calculates from the
points of the calibration object in the 2D camera image their 3D coor-
dinates. The calculated 3D coordinates are then calculated back again
into the 2D camera images. For the position of the reference points,
this results in the so-called reference point deviation (intersection er-
ror).
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The calibration cross also contains the information of two scale bars
(one on each cross axis). The scale bar information is a specified dis-
tance between defined points.
For each calibration cross there is the calibration certificate with the
calibration data. You can also see the calibration data on the rear side
of the cross.

Calibration date example on the rear side of a CC 30 calibration cross

10.4.1 Handling Instructions for Calibration Cross CC 30
The point surface of the calibration cross is very sensitive. Therefore,
never touch the surface directly with your hands.
Clean the surface of the cross using the enclosed microfiber cloth
from the standard tool box. Wipe the surface gently only. Never exert
any pressure.
The calibration cross must be totally unfolded.

If you use multiple ATOS sensors, please check that your calibration
object matches the calibration data you entered in the software.
Make sure that the calibration cross does not touch the floor during
the calibration process as otherwise deformation effects may lead to
negative impacts during the calibration.

10.4.2 Entering Calibration Data into ATOS
When using a measuring volume for the first time, you need calibrate
it and the corresponding calibration data need to be entered into the
ATOS software. If you purchased the measuring volume together with
the complete ATOS system, the calibration data is already entered.
Choose Edit Application Settings Preferences Templates
Calibration objects Create Cross (Coded) ... .
Enter all required parameters of the calibration object into the software
dialog.
Please make sure that all calibration data are entered correctly into
the ATOS software!
Otherwise your measuring system may probably provide inac-
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10.4.3 Preparing the Calibration Process
When you want to calibrate a measuring volume, the sensor is already
set up (see section 8) and the ATOS software knows which measuring
volume and which camera position you want to use. Based on this in-
formation, the software determines the required focal lengths of the
lenses.
Open the calibration dialog in workspace Set Up Calibrate Sen-
sor.

Choose the required calibration object, e.g. , with the
mouse, and start the process with Next.
Maybe you are asked whether the settings are to be reset to the rec-
ommended calibration settings. This always happens when the cali-
bration object has never been used before or it was used in connec-
tion with a different measuring volume. Confirm the request with Yes.
In the following windows, enter the current measurement temperature
and accept the adjusted camera focal lengths.
Place the calibration object at the measuring distance in front of the
sensor using a stand. As the laser pointers are already adjusted to this
distance (see section 8.4.2), you only need to move the stand until the
two laser points become one (see section 10.4).
10.4.4 Calibration Process
After that the software will guide you through the individual calibration
steps. In the first step, you are asked to place the sensor in the center
of the measuring volume with respect to the calibration object.
Enable the Automatic exposure time.
In exceptional cases it might happen that the function Automatic ex-
posure time cannot work correctly.
In this case, disable the function and use the exposure time wheel to
adjust the optimum exposure time for each calibration image.

Exposure time adjustment for calibration
An optimum exposure time is given when the red overexposed areas
are just no longer visible.
In the subsequent steps you are then asked to place the calibration
object at defined distances and angles to the sensor.
If you have not chosen the automatic exposure time setting, you need
to adjust the exposure time for each new image again.
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Please follow the instructions until the end of the calibration process.
In order to capture the entire measuring volume, you need to move
the sensor during calibration. For this, the following general rule ap-
plies: You should move the sensor by 1/3 of the measuring volume
height closer to the object and by 1/2 of the measuring volume height
further away in each case starting from the center of the measuring
volume.
After you recorded the last calibration image, finish the calibration with
Compute.
10.4.5 Calibration Result
At the end of the calibration process, the calibration result and the
scale bar deviation are shown with icons. The green icon indicates
a good result. The red icon indicates an insufficient result.
In case of an insufficient result, repeat the calibration and check the
sensor settings (see 8.4), the correct lenses and ensure that the
lenses are mounted tight.
You reach the calibration results with Acquisition Sensor
Calibration Show Calibration Information.
As of software version V7.5 and higher, the calibration is stored in
the ATOS COMPACT SCAN SENSOR.
10.4.6 Quick Calibration
If during a measurement it is indicated that the system might be
decalibrated (e.g. if you slightly knocked against the cameras), you
may perform a quick calibration.
You reach the software dialog with Digitize Sensor Calibration
Quick Calibration.
During this process, the calibration object needs to be placed into
three positions - in the center of the measuring volume, further away
from the sensor and closer to the sensor. These three new images are
combined with the original calibration and thus a new calibration is
calculated for the following measurements.
This method is fast and can easily be used during recording a meas-
uring project.
However, the image characteristics of the cameras must not have
changed! If, for example, you inserted new lenses, you need to per-
form a complete new calibration!
The calibration cross must not have been taken apart during the last
calibration and the quick calibration!









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11. Checking and Cleaning the Air Filter
Check the air filter of the sensor in regular intervals. We recommend
cleaning the filter every 3 months or more often.
You thus avoid a shutdown of the sensor due to overtemperature
during operation.

11.1 Removing the Air Filter
The steps 1 to 7 show how to remove the air filter.











Make sure that no
dirt gets into the
projector area
while the projec-
tor focus is not
screwed in.
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12. Cabling, Network Port
The complete data is transferred from the ATOS COMPACT SCAN
sensor to the PC/Laptop (camera parameters, control) via a common
GigE data link.

12.1 Cabling
12.1.1 Cabling with Laptop





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Network Port
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12.2 Network Port
12.2.1 Notes for Network Administrators
PCs and laptops for ATOS measuring systems have at least two
Ethernet interfaces. One interface for the connection to the company
network and one or two interfaces for the GigE data link of the high
resolution cameras.
If there are specific domain regulations in your company, please make
sure that these settings do not affect the firewall settings of the GigE
camera data links.

In order to guarantee ATOS scanning operation, the factory-adjusted
firewall of the GigE cards for the camera data links must not be
changed.

Please read more about that in the English language Knowledge base
of the GOM support web site. (http://support.gom.com).
Enter the search term windows 7 pcs in a network.