USER'S MANUAL Thank you very much for purchasing the PIX-30. • To ensure correct and safe usage with a full understanding of this product's performance, please be sure to read through this manual completely and store it in a safe location. • Unauthorized copying or transferral, in whole or in part, of this manual is prohibited. • The contents of this operation manual and the specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.
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Table of Contents To Ensure Safe Use .......................................... 2 About the Labels Affixed to the AC Adapter and Unit ..................................... 4 8 Load the object to be scanned on the PIX-30 ........ 19 Maximum scanning area of the PIX-30 ........... 19 Load the object to be scanned on the PIX-30 .. 20 Pour utiliser en toute sécurité ................... 5 À propos des étiquettes collées sur l’adaptateur AC et sur l’appareil .....................................................
To Ensure Safe Use About and Notices Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly. Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly. * Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.
Do not injure or modify the electrical power cord, nor subject it to excessive bends, twists, pulls, binding, or pinching, nor place any object of weight on it. Doing so may damage the electrical power cord, leading to electrocution or fire. Install on a stable surface. Failure to do so may result in falling of the unit, leading to injury. Do not place hands near the main unit while in operation. Doing so may result in injury.
About the Labels Affixed to the AC Adapter and Unit These labels are affixed to the body of this product and the AC adapter. The following figure describes the location. The configuration of the AC adapter varies according to regional differences in voltage. Please note that the descriptions in this manual are for the 117 V adapter. Do not place hands near the main unit while in operation.
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité Avis sur les avertissements Utilisé pour avertir l'utilisateur d'un risque de décès ou de blessure grave en cas de mauvaise utilisation de l'appareil. Utilisé pour avertir l'utilisateur d'un risque de blessure ou de dommage matériel en cas de mauvaise utilisation de l'appareil. * Par dommage matériel, il est entendu dommage ou tout autre effet indésirable sur la maison, tous les meubles et même les animaux domestiques.
Ne pas utiliser avec un adaptateur AC ou un fil électrique endommagé ou avec une prise électrique qui a du jeu. Une utilisation avec toute autre alimentation électrique pourrait provoquer un incendie ou une électrocution. Ne pas endommager ou modifier le fil électrique. Ne pas le plier, le tordre, l'étirer, l'attacher ou le serrer de façon excessive. Ne pas mettre d'objet ou de poids dessus.
À propos des étiquettes collées sur l’adaptateur AC et sur l’appareil Ces étiquettes sont collées sur le corps de l’appareil et sur l’adaptateur AC. Le dessin suivant indique leur emplacement. La configuration de l’adaptateur AC varie selon les différences de voltage régionales. Veuillez noter que les descriptions dans ce manuel correspondent à un adaptateur de 117 volts. Ne pas placer vos mains près de l’unité principale pendant son fonctionnement.
Using PICZA (Some Examples of Actual Use) This section presents some actual examples of how PICZA can be put to use. Creating elements for 3D computer graphics software Dr. PICZA offers a function for exporting files in three-dimensional DXF format (AutoCAD® Release 12 format). This section explains how to use a commercially available 3D computer-graphics software application that can import DXF-format files to create your own original illustrations.
Adding 3D graphics to an internet web page Dr. PICZA comes with a function for exporting files in VRML format (Ver.1.0). VRML (Virtual Reality Modeling Language) is a language used to display 3D graphics on the World Wide Web, where they can be viewed using a web browser capable of displaying VRML files. Color data from Dr. PICZA is also preserved in these VRML files. In this example, we'll add the image of a original fishing lure scanned with the PIX-30 to a web page.
Cutting a three-dimensional object with a modeling machine Dr. PICZA has a function for exporting data to MODELA PLAYER. MODELA PLAYER is software for cutting three-dimensional objects on the MODELA, CAMM-3, or CAMM-2, three-dimensional modeling machines made by Roland DG Corp. Dr. PICZA can output 3D data directly to MODELA PLAYER. In this example, we'll use the MODELA in combination with Dr. PICZA to make a paperweight in the shape of a leaf.
1 Check the included items Dr.PICZA for Windows disks: 2 Dr.PICZA for Mac OS disks: 1 Spacers: 2 Clay: 1 2 AC adapter: 1 Adhesive sheets: 2 The configuration of the AC adapter varies according to regional differences in voltage. Please note that the descriptions in this manual are for the 117 V adapter. PIX-30 User's manual: 1 Part names NOTICE Do not attempt to move the table by hand. Do not put the hands inside the unit. Doing so may result in breakdown of the unit. Do not put hands inside.
3 Setting up and connection Do not use with any electrical power supply that does not meet the ratings displayed on the AC adapter. Use with any other power supply may lead to fire or electrocution. Install on a stable surface. Failure to do so may result in falling of the unit, leading to injury. Do not use with any power supply other than the dedicated AC adapter. Use with any other power supply may lead to fire or electrocution.
For IBM PC or PC compatible For Macintosh Serial connector Printer port Use a commercially available Phillips screwdriver to tighten the screws at either end of the serial cable. Modem port Connect to either port. Screw Screw Screw Crossover serial cable (for Macintosh) Serial connector Crossover serial cable Included AC adapter AC adapter jack • During scanning, the table moves forward and backward.
4 Installing the Dr.PICZA Symbols used in the section on software When the procedures for Windows and for the Mac OS are different, both are described. When the procedures are similar, the explanations use the screens for the Windows version. In such cases, the screen images may differ from those for the Mac OS version, but the procedures do not change. Overview of Dr.
Installing Setting Up the Windows Version of the Program Operating environment Dr.PICZA for Windows Computer Personal computer running Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT 4.0 CPU If you're using Windows 95: i486SX or better (Pentium 100 MHz recommended) If you're using Windows 98 or Windows NT 4.0: i486DX or better (Pentium 100 MHz recommended) System Memory If you're using Windows 95: 8 MB or more (10 MB or more recommended) If you're using Windows 98 or Windows NT 4.
5 Double-click on the [setup.exe] icon. This starts the setup program. Follow the messages to carry out setup. For MODELA PLAYER, at the screen for selecting the machine, make the setting for the Roland DG Corp.'s modeling machine you're using. Setting Up the Mac OS Version of the Program Operating environment Dr.PICZA for Mac OS Computer A Power Macintosh, or PowerBook with a PowerPC processor. System Mac OS 7.
5 Starting Dr. PICZA For Dr. PICZA for Windows OS For Dr. PICZA for Mac OS Press the Start button and select [Dr. PICZA]. About Help If you're unsure how perform an operation while you're working, taking a look at Help can find the answer. If you're using Dr. PICZA for the first time, please be sure to read the Help screens. You can call up Help from the software menus. For Dr. PICZA for Windows OS For Dr.
6 Selecting a communication port For Dr. PICZA for Windows OS 1 From the [File] menu, click [Settings]. 2 Select the port where the cable is connected, then click [OK]. If You're Using Windows NT 4.0 If the printer port for Windows driver and the communication port for Dr. PICZA are set to the same port, you cannot use Dr. PICZA. To perform scanning, specify an unused port for the Dr. PICZA communication port. For Dr. PICZA for Mac OS 1 Press the File button and select [Preferences...]. 2 If Dr.
7 Powering ON NOTICE 1 Before switching on the power to the PIX-30, turn on the computer. 2 Press the STANDBY key. The STANDBY LED lights up. The unit performs its initialization routine, then stops. The sound that occurs during initial operation is not abnormal. * When the unit is in its initialized state immediately switching on the power, an error may be displayed if some object touches the sensor. (When an error has occurred, the STANDBY LED intermittently flashes twice.
Load the object to be scanned on the PIX-30 NOTICE When securing the scan object in place, be sure to use the included clay or adhesive sheet. Do not use double-sided tape or other strongly adhesive materials. Such materials may cause the table surface to peel. During scanning, the table moves forward and backward. Mount the object to be scanned so that it does not touch the inner wall of the PIX-30. 1) Decide on which surface of the scan object to scan.
[When using a single spacer] Maximum scanning area 60.5 mm (2-3/8 in.) Scannable portion Scan object 40 mm (1-9/16 in.) Clay or adhesive sheet 30 mm (1-3/16 in.) Spacer Table surface * If the scan object protrudes beyond the spacer, use two spacers side by side. [When using two spacers] Maximum scanning area 60.5 mm (2-3/8 in.) Scannable portion 10 mm (3/8 in.) Scan object Clay or adhesive sheet Spacer Spacer Table surface 30 mm (1-3/16 in.
Securing in place with adhesive sheet 1 Peel off the backing paper from both sides of the adhesive sheet, and affix the sheet to the table or a spacer. * Do not discard the backing paper. It is needed for storing the adhesive sheet after use. * If necessary, you can also cut the sheet to match the size of the scan object and spacers. * There is no need to use an adhesive sheet to between spacers or between the table and a spacer. Adhesive sheet Peel off the backing paper.
3 When finished scanning, peel off the adhesive sheet, then affix the backing paper to the sheet and store it. Adhesive sheet Affix the backing paper. Securing in place with clay 1 Make a base on the table or spacer using clay. * There is no need to use an adhesive sheet to between spacers or between the table and a spacer. Clay Table 2 Press the scan object into the clay to hold it in place.
9 Starting scanning About scanning conditions and the scanning area For information about the setting items for Dr. PICZA, refer to the figures below. The grid on the table serves as a guide for mounting the object to scan. It does not indicate the scanning area for Dr. PICZA. The scale is in 10-mm (3/8 in.) units.
Make the settings for scanning resolution, the minimum height of the surface to be scanned, and the scanning quality. 1 Click on the Dr. PICZA. The Controller window opens. When Dr. PICZA is started, the Controller window is already open. ( For Dr. PICZA for Mac OS Open the [File] menu and choose [New]. 2 ) 2 2 3 Make the settings for X scan pitch and Y scan pitch. The setting in this example is for 0.50 mm (0.020 in.). 3 Make the setting for Z bottom.
Setting the scanning area If you wish to limit the scanning area, such as in cases where you wish to scan only a portion of an object, make the settings as described below. 1 Click [Scanning Area] in the Controller window. The [Scanning Area] dialog box appears. 2 Make the settings for the scanning area. Make the settings to match the location where the scan object is secured in place. Either of the following two methods can be used to make the settings. - Use the mouse to move the blue frame on screen.
Rescanning a particular portion After you’ve scanned an object, you can rescan a particular portion of the object. After performing coarse scanning for the entire object, respecifying only an included portion and performing fine scanning can shorten the scanning time. However, if the scan object has been moved or removed from the table, or if the power to the PIX-30 has been switched off and back on, then you cannot scan the same portion.
10 Saving scanned data 1 Click and choose [Save] . The [Save As] dialog box appears. ( 2 For Dr. PICZA for Mac OS Click and choose [Save]. The dialog appears. ) Choose the desired location for saving the file, enter a file name, and click [SAVE]. The extension ".pix" is appended to the file name. For information on how to save a file, please refer to the help screens for Dr. PICZA. Edit the scanned data The shape of an object can be edited.
12 Ending Dr. PICZA Crick the button. 13 Items that may not be copied Unauthorized reproduction of a copyrighted item for any purpose other than personal use may be a violation of copyright. Roland DG Corp. will not be responsible for any violation of third-party copyright by any article made through use of this product. 14 What to do if... If you want to completely stop the operation of the PIX-30, detach the AC adapter from AC outlet. The PIX-30 doesn't operate Check the following.
15 Specifications Main unit specifications Max. scanning area Max. table load weight Sensor : 304.8 mm (12 in.) [X] x 203.2 mm (8 in.) [Y] x 60.5 mm (2-3/8 in.) [Z] : 5 kg (11 lb.) : Roland Active Piezo Sensor (R.A.P.S.) Probe length 64 mm (2-1/2 in.), tip bulb diameter 0.08 mm (0.00315 in.) : Contacting, mesh-point height-sensing : X/Y-axis directions -- 0.05 to 5.00 mm (0.002 to 0.20 in.) (settable in steps of 0.05 mm (0.002 in.)) Z-axis direction -- 0.025 mm (0.000984 in.) : X/Y-axis -- 30 mm/sec.
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