LN Assembly Instructions

Platform Placement

Please read the Site Preparation section of the Digitizer Operating Manual and the Platform Placement section of the User Guide before performing this assembly.

The frame of the LN platform is rectangular, with the digitizer mounted on the top. Fully assembled, it weighs approximately 50kg (110 lbs). The track is available is a variety of lengths, with the entire platform being 20cm (8") longer than the track. If placing on a table, the table width should be at least 40cm. (16") for the digitizer, plus room for your objects. A location should be chosen that will allow the operator enough room to stand in front and set up objects for digitizing. To avoid contact with those not familiar with the equipment, as well as reflective distractions, the laser should not point out into a room.

Provide a sturdy table or base for the objects and platform. The table should not move in the slightest while the digitizer is operating. The base should be placed on a solid surface to ensure accurate measurements.

WARNING:

While Cyberware recommends that assembly be performed by a factory-trained technician, this guide may be used to aid in the process of installation when a technician is not available. Many of the parts described herein are very heavy; care and proper equipment should be used to put them in place. All of the parts contain either carefully aligned or sensitive electronic assemblies. Take extreme care not to damage or jar the systems.

Required Parts

REQUIRED TOOLS

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Unstrap 3030 Digitizer shipping box and set it carefully aside or move it to the setup location.

  2. Carefully move all other boxes to the setup location.

  3. Unbolt the LN Platform/Table assembly from the crate bottom and move to the setup area.

  4. Unpack and mount 3030 Digitizer Head.

    NOTE: This is a very sensitive piece of equipment. Take great care in all procedures. Do not touch mirrors or their alignment systems.

    1. Remove 3030 Digitizer Head from box and place near LN Platform.

    2. Locate four (4) M6 bolts for securing the head.

    3. Lift the 3030 Digitizer Head into position on the mounting bracket, using the alignment pins. Be sure the digitizer is properly oriented.

      If you are facing the front of the digitizer, the motor should be at the left end of the platform.

    4. From underneath the bracket, thread bolts lightly to hold head in place.

    5. Secure bolts (If using torque wrench: M6-175cm x kgs).

  5. Place power supply nearby.

  6. Connect cables.

    1. Connect Digitizer Harness from Digitizer Head to the back of the Power Supply (Power and Camera Data).

    2. Connect Platform Cable Assembly to the back of the Power Supply (Power and Encoder).

    3. If this is an RGB model, attach the fluorescent light assembly to the fasteners on the front of the Digitizer Head, place the power box on top of the Digitizer Head and connect the cable to the top plug at the back of the Digitizer Head.

    4. Verify voltage setting on the Power Supply, then connect Power Supply to Main AC Power.

[Voltage Selector]
Power Supply Voltage Selector

  1. Connect the SCSI interface to the Host Computer.

[SCSI Cabling]
SCSI Cabling

    1. Refer to the External SCSI Device Installation Guide for details on external SCSI interface installation.

    2. Have the System Administrator shut down the IRIS system before connecting the SCSI interface.

    3. Connect the Cyberware SCSI Interface to the IRIS' SCSI port or to another external SCSI device in the chain. Be sure to terminate the end of the SCSI chain.

    4. Connect the A/C power adapter for the SCSI device to an A/C outlet.

    5. Set the SCSI address dial on the back of the SCSI interface to an available SCSI address.

    6. Connect the Camera Data cable from the SCSI Interface to the front of the Power Supply.

    7. Connect the Motion Control cable from the SCSI Interface to the front of the Power Supply.

    8. Re-boot your IRIS system to recognize the new SCSI device.

    9. At a UNIX prompt, verify that the scanner has been added to the hardware inventory.
irix 101> hinv

      You should see a line in the hardware inventory similar to the one below:

Scanner: unit 5 on SCSI controller 1

  1. Have the System Administrator install the Cyberware software on the workstation according to the Software Installation instructions.

  2. Verify proper installation of the Digitizer and Platform.

    1. Turn the Power Supply on using the switch on the front of the box. Be sure the power light is ON on the front panel of the Power Supply and that the digitizer power light is visible through the aperture on the side panel of the Digitizer Head.

    2. If this is an RGB model, turn on the fluorescent light assembly.

    3. Begin by verifying power and communication between the Digitizer Head and the Host Computer using the view command in EchoTk.

      1. Launch EchoTk.
irix 102> echotk

[EchoTk Main Control Panel]
EchoTk

    1. In the EchoTk window, launch the Monitor Mode by selecting Monitor from the Scanner menu.

[EchoTk Scanner Menu]
EchoTk

      The Monitor command will turn on the laser. Move your hand in front of the digitizer to verify the beam is on.

      Note: Avoid looking directly into the laser light when the platform is not in motion.

      The laser will remain on for 30 seconds while in Monitor Mode. To turn the laser on after the 30 second time limit, press "n", then "l" while the mouse cursor is within the Monitor Window.

    1. Choose Exit from the pop-up menu to leave Monitor Mode.

    2. Verify the motion of the platform and check for cable obstructions.

      1. Home the motion system by selecting Home from the Scanner menu.

        This command will cause the platform to begin a movement cycle to find its "home" position. The digitizer head will move down to the left end of the platform and then back to the middle (home position). Observe cables and listen for any adverse motor noises.

    3. Try a scanning cylindrically and/or linearly.

      1. In EchoTk, setup the digitizer for a scan by setting the following options:

        1. For linear platforms:
          Motion:Linear
          Width:100mm
          Resolution:Medium or .5 mm

        2. For cylindrical platforms:
          Motion:Cylindrical
          Arc:180°
          Resolution:Medium or .5°

      1. Place an object in front of the scanner.

      2. Scan the object.

      3. Display and inspect the image by pressing the Display button in the EchoTk window.

      4. If problems occur, follow instructions in the error message, and go over this checklist:

        • Is the SCSI interface plugged in?

        • Is the Power Supply's power switch on?

        • Is a building breaker thrown? (plug in another item to test the outlet)

        • Are the cables securely connected between digitizer and power supply?

        • Does the power light show through the aperture on the side of the digitizer head?

        • Is the Emergency Stop Button engaged?

        • Be sure the motion file you selected exists. At the EchoTk prompt, type:
    echotk > get ECHO_MOTION_SOURCE

          Locate the filename given. Be sure it is located in the ECHO_SOURCE_PATH.

        • Contact Cyberware Support for assistance if the problem is not solved using this checklist.

    1. Place the dust cover over the digitizer aperture when the system is not in use.

    THE DIGITIZER IS NOW READY FOR USE.