User guide

4 Getting Started
Mounting the laser scanner
To mount the laser scanner to a tripod we recommend using a standard photo camera quick
release. The quick release's plate must be equipped with a 3/8” screw to fit into the scanner's
mount.
1. Remove the laser scanner from the case, check outer casing for any signs of damage or
distortion. Check mirror for damage due to scratches, cracks, distortion and inspect for
cleanliness.
2.
Attach the quick release's plate with its 3/8” screw to the scanner's mount. Make sure to
tighten the screw.
3. Mount the counter piece of the quick release onto the tripod. Make sure that it is fixed
securely.
4. Carefully mount the laser scanner with the attached quick release plate to its counter piece and
lock its fastener. Test that the scanner is correctly locked in place by gently attempting to lift it
from the tripod.
5. The scanner should be set up as horizontally as possible. The levelling may be refined using the
integrated dual axis compensator. See Inclinometer (Dual Axis Compensator), page 90.
Please see the user manual of your quick release for detailed instructions.
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