Shining 3D EinScan-Pro User Manual
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
1
USER MANUAL
EinScan-Pro series
Version 3.0.0.0 - June 2019
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
2
Table of Contents
About SHINING 3D ......................................................................................................... 5
1. Hardware .................................................................................................................... 6
1.1. Packing List ...................................................................................................... 6
1.2. Specifications .................................................................................................. 7
1.2.1. EinScan Pro Plus ................................................................................... 7
1.2.2. EinScan Pro ........................................................................................... 8
1.3. Hardware introduction .................................................................................... 9
1.4. PC requirements ............................................................................................. 9
1.5. Set Up ............................................................................................................ 10
2. Software ................................................................................................................... 12
2.1. Download ...................................................................................................... 12
2.2. Software installation ..................................................................................... 13
2.3. Uninstall Software ......................................................................................... 18
2.4. Update ........................................................................................................... 19
2.5. Device activation ........................................................................................... 21
2.6. Interface and Parameter ............................................................................... 23
2.6.1. Navigate ............................................................................................. 24
2.6.2. Settings ............................................................................................... 24
2.6.3. EinScan community ............................................................................ 26
2.6.4. Help Mode ......................................................................................... 27
2.6.5. Alerts .................................................................................................. 28
3. Calibration ................................................................................................................ 31
3.1. Precautions and Use ..................................................................................... 31
3.2. Operation ...................................................................................................... 31
3.2.1. Camera Calibration ............................................................................ 32
3.2.2. HD Calibration (Only required for EinScan Pro) ................................. 35
3.2.3. Accuracy test ...................................................................................... 36
4. Before Scan .............................................................................................................. 37
4.1. Object ............................................................................................................ 37
4.2. Preparation ................................................................................................... 38
4.3. Select Scan Mode .......................................................................................... 39
4.4. Scan Workflow .............................................................................................. 41
5. Fixed Mode (Industrial Pack Required) .................................................................... 42
5.1. Set Up ............................................................................................................ 42
5.1.1. Create a Project .................................................................................. 42
5.1.2. Working Distance ............................................................................... 43
5.1.3. Interface ............................................................................................. 44
5.1.4. Adjust Brightness ............................................................................... 44
5.2. Scan with Fixed Mode ................................................................................... 45
5.2.1. Capture ............................................................................................... 45
5.2.2. Edit Scan ............................................................................................. 45
5.3. Scans & Groups ............................................................................................. 47
5.3.1. Create Groups .................................................................................... 47
5.3.2. Edit scan(s)/group(s) .......................................................................... 48
5.4. Alignment ...................................................................................................... 48
6. HD Mode .................................................................................................................. 50
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
3
6.1. Handheld Scanner Key Function ................................................................... 50
6.2. Before Scan ................................................................................................... 50
6.3. Scan ............................................................................................................... 53
6.3.1. Preview ............................................................................................... 53
6.3.2. Scan Distance ..................................................................................... 54
6.3.3. Brightness........................................................................................... 55
6.3.4. Start Scan ........................................................................................... 56
6.3.5. Alignment ........................................................................................... 57
6.4. Pause Menu .................................................................................................. 58
6.4.1. Auto Save ........................................................................................... 58
6.4.2. Edit Menu ........................................................................................... 59
7. Rapid Mode .............................................................................................................. 61
7.1. Handheld Scanner Key Functions .................................................................. 61
7.2. Before Scan ................................................................................................... 62
7.2.1. Alignment Conditions ........................................................................ 62
7.2.2. Resolution .......................................................................................... 64
7.3. Scan ............................................................................................................... 65
7.3.1. Preview ............................................................................................... 65
7.3.2. Scan Distance ..................................................................................... 66
7.3.3. Brightness........................................................................................... 67
7.3.4. Start Scan ........................................................................................... 68
7.3.5. Alignment ........................................................................................... 69
7.4. Pause Menu .................................................................................................. 71
7.4.1. Auto Save ........................................................................................... 71
7.4.2. Edit Menu ........................................................................................... 71
7.5. Generate Point-cloud .................................................................................... 72
8. Post Processing ........................................................................................................ 74
8.1. Edit Data ........................................................................................................ 74
8.1.1. Pause Menu ....................................................................................... 74
8.1.2. Edit Menu ........................................................................................... 74
8.2. Create mesh .................................................................................................. 76
8.2.1. Watertight / Unwatertight ................................................................. 76
8.3. Mesh Editing ................................................................................................. 77
8.3.1. Data Simplification ............................................................................. 77
8.3.2. Hole Filling .......................................................................................... 78
8.3.3. Smooth ............................................................................................... 81
8.3.4. Sharpen .............................................................................................. 82
8.3.5. Go back to scan .................................................................................. 83
8.4. Save ............................................................................................................... 84
8.4.1. Export Data ........................................................................................ 84
8.4.2. Scale Data ........................................................................................... 85
8.4.3. Share Data .......................................................................................... 86
8.4.4. Third-party Software .......................................................................... 87
8.4.5. Model Preview ........................................................................................... 88
9. Color pack ................................................................................................................ 90
9.1. Hardware ....................................................................................................... 90
9.1.1. Content............................................................................................... 90
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
4
9.1.2. Installation ......................................................................................... 90
9.2. Calibration ..................................................................................................... 92
9.2.1. Normal Calibration ............................................................................. 92
9.2.2. White Balance .................................................................................... 92
9.3. Fixed Mode.................................................................................................... 94
9.3.1. Scan .................................................................................................... 94
9.3.2. Alignment ........................................................................................... 95
9.4. Rapid Mode ................................................................................................... 96
9.4.1. Scan .................................................................................................... 96
9.4.2. Alignment ........................................................................................... 97
9.5. Post Processing ............................................................................................. 97
9.5.1. Point-cloud Editing ............................................................................. 97
9.5.2. Create Mesh ....................................................................................... 97
9.5.3. Texture remapping ............................................................................. 98
9.5.4. Texture Layout Optimization .............................................................. 99
9.5.5. Brightness & Contrast ...................................................................... 100
9.5.6. Export Data ...................................................................................... 101
9.6. Best Practice ................................................................................................ 101
10. Industrial Pack ...................................................................................................... 102
10.1. Content...................................................................................................... 102
10.2. Installation ................................................................................................ 102
10.3. Scan ........................................................................................................... 103
10.3.1. With/Without Turntable ................................................................ 103
10.4. Turntable Steps ......................................................................................... 104
10.5. Alignment Condition ................................................................................. 104
10.5.1. Turntable Coded Target Alignment ................................................ 104
10.5.2. Feature Alignment ......................................................................... 105
10.5.3. Markers Alignment and Global Markers Alignment ...................... 106
11. HD Prime Pack ...................................................................................................... 108
11.1 Hardware .................................................................................................... 108
11.1.1. Content .......................................................................................... 108
11.1.2. Specifications ................................................................................. 109
11.1.3. Installation ..................................................................................... 109
11.1.4. Firmware Upgrade ......................................................................... 110
11.1.5. Calibration ...................................................................................... 110
11.2. Before scan ................................................................................................ 110
11.2.1. Align Mode ..................................................................................... 111
11.2.2. Resolution ...................................................................................... 112
11.3. HD Prime scan ........................................................................................... 113
11.3.1. Preview ........................................................................................... 113
11.3.2. Brightness ...................................................................................... 114
11.3.3. Scan with markers .......................................................................... 115
11.3.4. Scan without Features ................................................................... 116
11.4. Pause menu ............................................................................................... 117
11.4.1. Auto-save ....................................................................................... 117
11.5. Edit menu .................................................................................................. 118
12. Support and Contact ............................................................................................ 120
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
5
12.1. User Community ....................................................................................... 120
12.1.1. Log In .............................................................................................. 120
12.1.2. Validate Your Warranty .................................................................. 121
12.1.3. Submit a Ticket ............................................................................... 122
12.2. Contact Us ................................................................................................. 124
About SHINING 3D
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
6
1. Hardware
Item
quantity
unit
Standard Version
Scan body
1
set
Power adapter
1
piece
Power cable
1
piece
Data cable
1
piece
USB drive
1
piece
Calibration board
1
piece
Calibration board support
1
piece
Markers
1
pack
1.1. Packing List
The items listed in the packing list refer to the components and material that should be
included in the package. The components may be different as listed when you purchase
other accessories or change any item with your supplier. Please check carefully when
opening the package.
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
7
1.2. Specifications
Model
EinScan Pro Plus
Scan Mode
Handheld HD Scan
Handheld Rapid Scan
Fixed Scan with
Turntable
(with Add-on:
industrial pack)
Fixed Scan without
Turntable
(with Add-on:
industrial pack)
Scan Accuracy
Up to 0.1 mm
Up to 0.3 mm
0.05mm
(Single shot
accuracy)
0.05mm
(Single shot
accuracy)
Volumetric
Accuracy
0.3 mm/m (Markers Alignment)
N/A
N/A
Scan Speed
15 FPS
550,000points/sec
10 FPS
450,000points/sec
Single Scan: <2sec
Single Scan: <2sec
Point Distance
0.2mm~3.0mm
0.7mm~3.0mm
0.24mm
Single Scan
Range
300*170mm
Depth of Field
±100 mm
Working
Distance
500mm
Light source
LED
Align Mode
Markers Alignment,
feature (With HD
Prime pack)
Markers Alignment,
Feature Alignment
(geometrical features)
Hybrid Alignment
(Markers and Feature)
Turntable Coded
Targets, Feature,
Markers, Manual
Alignment
Markers, Feature,
Manual Alignment
Texture Scan
No
Yes (With Color Pack add-on)
Outdoor
Operation
Set up shelter or cover to avoid direct sunlight
Special Scan
Object
For transparent, highly reflective or some dark objects, please spray with powder before
scanning.
Printable Data
Output
Able to export watertight 3D model directly to 3D printing
Data Format
OBJ, STL, ASC, PLY, 3MF, P3
Scanner Body
Weight
0.8 kg
Supported OS
Win7/Win8/Win10
64 bit
1.2.1. EinScan Pro Plus
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
8
1.2.2. EinScan Pro
Model
EinScan Pro
Scan Mode
Handheld HD Scan
Handheld Rapid Scan
Fixed Scan with
Turntable
(with Add-on:
industrial pack)
Fixed Scan without
Turntable
(with Add-on:
industrial pack)
Scan Accuracy
Up to 0.1mm
Up to 0.3mm
0.05mm
(Single shot
accuracy)
0.05mm
(Single shot accuracy)
Volumetric
Accuracy
0.3 mm/m (Markers Alignment)
N/A
N/A
Scan Speed
15 FPS
550,000points/sec
10 FPS
450,000points/sec
Single Scan:
<2sec
Single Scan: <2sec
Point Distance
0.2 mm-2 mm
0.5 mm-2mm
0.16 mm
Single Scan
Range
210*150mm
Depth of Field
±100 mm
Working
Distance
400mm
Light source
LED
Align Mode
Markers Alignment
Feature Alignment
(geometrical features)
Hybrid Alignment
(Markers and Feature),
Markers alignment (R2
add-on)
Turntable Coded
Targets, Feature,
Markers, Manual
Alignment
Markers, Feature,
Manual Alignment
Texture Scan
No
Yes (Color Pack add-on)
Outdoor
Operation
Set up shelter or cover to avoid direct sunlight
Special Scan
Object
For the transparent, highly reflective or some dark objects, please spray with powder
before scanning.
Printable Data
Output
Yes
Data Format
OBJ, STL, ASC, PLY, 3MF, P3
Scanner Body
Weight
0.8 kg
Supported OS
Win7/Win8/Win10
64bit
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
9
1.3. Hardware introduction
Cable port
+/- buttons
Play button
add-on slot
Model
Required
Recommended
Processor
Intel ® xeon E3-1230, Intel ®I53470, Intel ® I7-3770
I7-8700
Display card
Nvidia Quadro P1000 or higher;
Nvidia GTX660 or higher
NVIDIA GTX1060 or higher
Display memory
>4G
>4G
Memory Storage
8G
32G or more
USB
At least one USB 2.0 or 3.0
2 USB 2.0
Screen display
1920*1080 DPI: 100%; 125%
3840*2106 DPI: 100%; 200%
1920*1080 DPI: 100%; 125%
3840*2106 DPI: 100%; 200%
1.4. PC requirements
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
10
1.5. Set Up
Hardware set-up
⚠Note: Make sure the cable will stay well plugged in during the operation.
Device Manager, display of the scanner
2 3 4
1
Plug the data cable on the PC port of the scanner (1). The red dot on the cable should
be on up.
Connect the scanner cable to a USB port (2)
Connect the power cable and power adapter. (3-4)
The camera port is intended for the Color camera [see 9.1.2] or the HD prime [see
11.1.2]
After plugged into the computer, check the Device Manager. The scanner should be
displayed like the following picture: under Imaging devices or Cameras, 2 “Microview
MMVC1500MF Camera”
Other cameras should be disable, Right click > disable device.
After the scan, right click > enable device, Windows will run the driver again.
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
11
Other camera in the Device Manager
Enable/ disable device on project file
If the drivers are not installed properly, or the Alert “device off-line” keeps coming
back. Right click on the “Microview MVC1500MF Camera” and uninstall the driver.
Unplug and re-plug the USB, Windows will re-install the drivers by itself.
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
12
2. Software
2.1. Download
Step 1: Go to https://www.einscan.com/software-download.
Click “EinScan Software Download” to download the latest version software for
EinScan.
Step 2: Register using the form. All filed with * must be filled in.
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
13
⚠Note: Administrator rights are required for the installation of the software only.
Double click installation package, accept the modification on your computer
Select installation language
Installation conflict
Step 3: Download the installer. Save or Save as in the desired location on your
computer.
2.2. Software installation
Choose the installation language, then click OK.
If a previous version of EinScan-Pro serires software is found it will need to be
unistalled first.
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
14
Follow the instruction on the pop-up window
You must accept the agreement to install EXScan Pro.
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
15
Click the Checkbox and click Next to approve the Privacy Notice
Choose the default installation path or click the Browse button to select the
installation path. Default installation path is recommended.
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
16
Wait for the installation to be completed
Click the Checkbox and click Finish. The software will start automatically
When the installation is completed, there will be a shortcut Icon of the
software on the desktop.
The shortcut in the Start Menu is shown as below:
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
17
EXScan Pro on the start menu
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
18
start menu > Shining3d_EinScan-Pro series > Uninstall
Click Yes to uninstall the software
2.3. Uninstall Software
To install upgraded version of EinScan-Pro series in the future, you may need
uninstall previous software first.
To uninstall the software, when the software is closed, in the start menu Click
Uninstall.
Or go to Control Panel > Programs > Program and Features, choose EinScan-Pro
series and right click to uninstall.
Follow the instructions step by step.
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
19
Click OK
Then delete the Shining3D folder and its content in (C:).
2.4. Update
Make sure to run the latest version of EinScan-Pro series.
If a new version is available, a pop-up will show when you start the software.
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
20
Update Reminder
Click Yes to update the software version
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
21
Activation tool
Click OK to continue
2.5. Device activation
When you use the device for the first time, hardware activation will be required.
If your computer is connected to the internet, click “online activation”.
If the computer is not connected to the internet, you can also find the Ple file from
the USB drive.
If the activation fails, send a request for activation file to
einscan_support@shining3d.com and mention your serial number. You can find the
serial number from the sticker on the scanner or label on packing box listing as
“EinscanXXX-XXXXXXXXXX”.
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
22
Connection failed, check your internet connection or do local activation
click “ ” to reveal the “Local activation” button
Save the .PLE file on your PC, then on the activation menu.
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
23
Browse and import the .PLE file.
Selection of scanner type
2.6. Interface and Parameter
At first, after opening the software, click on the icon to choose between Pro and Pro+
Next the scan mode selection will display.
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
24
2.6.1. Navigate
Interface navigation
Navigation bar
Click the settings logo from the upper right to open the drop down menu.
Left mouse: rotate
Middle mouse: move the data
Scroll up and down: zoom in or out
Keyboard:
Spacebar to scan again or restart the scan & validate
Delete key to delete selected data
Esc key to exit current pop-up
Navigate between different menu by click on the circle.
2.6.2. Settings
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
25
Drop down menu
Feedback window
Feedback
If you have any questions or suggestions, please share with us by clicking “Feedback”.
Please leave your email in “My E-mail”.
User Experience Enhancement Program
To help us improve the quality and user experience of EinScan, we hope to be
allowed to collect usage experience information. This information will not contain
your personal information or scanned data, and will not be accessible to any third
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
26
party. This checkbox is selected by default, and we strongly recommend you keep it
Community drop down menu
checked. As a reward, the User Experience Enhancement Program will continuously
keep you informed with the newest software update information, to assure you get
free software updates and enjoy the latest improvements based on your collective
feedback. If you close the User Experience Enhancement Program, you might not be
informed with software updates automatically.
Factory Default
All settings modifications will go back to the original settings.
Language
Select the language for the interface, click apply to change, restarting the software is
not needed
About
For version information and support, email einscan_support@shining3d.com.
2.6.3. EinScan community
● Official Website
Redirects to SHINING3D’s official website (http://www.einscan.com/) for Einscan
product and information.
● Facebook
Redirects to facebook “EinScan Expert” for EinScan users to discuss and share the
ideas, achievements and experience.
● User Community
Redirects to the platform for EinScan users to validate the warranty and submit
support ticket when necessary. Service live software updates, manual, video
download can be accessed in user community. Register your EinScan at
community.shining3d.com
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
27
Help window
2.6.4. Help Mode
● Open Help Mode
Click the question mark in the upper right bar, and open the help mode from the
drop-down menu.
Drop down menu
Display the help tool related to the current interface.
● Teamviewer
It opens S3D_teamviewer.exe, for online customer support access or display to other
screen or portable screen. Share your ID and password to allow our technicians to
remote control of your computer during online technical support
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
28
Share the Your ID and password to allow access
Device fails to activate
Graphics card incompatible
2.6.5. Alerts
A pop-up alert will notify the user of a hardware or configuration issue. Check and
restart the software. If the error persists, please contact support by emailing
einscan_support@shining3d.com.
Fail to activate
For activation failure, make sure the scanner is well connected. Redo the activation.
For incorrect configuration
Try another USB port and update your graphics card drivers and restart the software.
If the computer has multiple graphic card, access to the NVIDIA Control Panel (right
click on the desktop). In Manage 3D Settings > Program Settings, Add EinScan
software. Then change the preferred graphic processor for this program. Select
NVIDIA processor. Click Apply to save the settings.
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
29
Multiple graphic card detected
Change graphic card preferences for EXScan
Device offline or connection loose
Offline status in navigation bar
Device offline
When the device is offline, meaning the scanner is not connected to PC, please check
the connection and restart the software.
Mode not available
SHINING 3D - EinScan-Pro series - User Manual - June 2019
30
Add-on is required for this function
Loading...