Scanning is as simple as sliding the switch on the back of the grip. As soon as the scanner is engaged the RDS Scanning control interface will appear (Figure 4-61). The “Previewing” window will be displayed as network communication with the scanner is established.
There are a number of very important optional controls available within the arm interface’s settings “Edit Arm Settings”.
Auto-Increment Names. Cloud names can be automatically incremented by checking the option in the Arm Settings> Fit/ Meas Options.
Auto-exposure. An auto-exposure routine can initialized by pressing both buttons at the same time.
Proximity Triggers. The scanner can be used to collect measurements in a particular location using Instrument>Automatic Measurement>Auto Correspond with Proximity trigger>. The choice of which mode to use is controlled in the Arm Settings> Fit/Meas Option.
These newer scanners also require a newer arm firmware and RDS update. Check with the manufacturer on the correct firmware and fea- ture pack for your system.
These scanners can send a lot of Data to SA very quickly which can lead to graphic performance problems. Generally the Point Sample within RDS can be turned down to its lowest setting. This reduces the number of points along a scan line which is often excessive unless trying to detect edges. The Scan Speed should remain as fast as possible (300Hz) in order to allow a user to move the scanner quick.
If you still have performance issues with these settings, further reductions in data density can be made within the Arm Settings in the SA interface.
Thinning Factor. This provides a means to decrease the density of the scans sent to SA as needed.
Min Angle Filter. This is a more advance filter option that considers the curvature of a scan line. It offers a Minimum Angle threshold to thin data in flat regions, and a Max distance value which ensures some data is returned on wide flat expanses.
Voxelization. Data can also be voxelized before sending it to SA which can greatly reduce noise.