Planitar iGUIDE PLANIX Manuale utente
Instruction Manual v1.0
Table of Contents
Regulatory Information 3
What’s in the box 5
System Overview 6
Charging 9
Setup 10
360° Camera Installation 11
Connect 12
Typical Workflow 13
Survey 14
System Settings 16
Stitch 18
System Maintenance 19
User Replaceable Accessories 21
Usage Tips 22
Specifications 23
Warranty 24
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Regulatory Information
Manufacturer: Planitar Inc.
Product Name: iGUIDE PLANIX
Model: IMS-6
COMPLIANCE
This product has been tested and was found to comply with the following standards:
●FCC CFR 47, PART 15, SUBPART B, Class B – Unintentional Radiators.
●ISED Canada ICES-003, Issue 7 - Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, Verification Authorization -
Information Technology Equipment (Including Digital Apparatus)
●CISPR 32:2015+COR1:2016/ EN55032:2015+A11:2020, Class B Multimedia Equipment - International Electrotechnical
Commission (International Special Committee on Radio Interference). Electromagnetic Compatibility of Multimedia
Equipment - Emission Requirements.
●CISPR 32:2012 / EN 55032:2012+AC:2013 - Class B - Limits and methods of measurement of radio disturbance
characteristics of Information Technology Equipment.
●CISPR 35: 2016/ EN 55035:2017- Electromagnetic Compatibility of Multimedia equipment - Immunity Requirements
●ETSI EN301 489-1 V2.2.2 (2019-11) - European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) ElectroMagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 1: Common technical requirements;
Harmonised Standard covering the essential requirements of article 3.1(b) of Directive 2014/53/EU and the essential
requirements of article 6 of Directive 2014/30/EU
●ETSI EN 301 489-17 V3.2.2 (2019-12) - ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and
services; Part 17: Specific conditions for Broadband Data Transmission Systems; Harmonised Standard covering the
essential requirements of article 3.1(b) of Directive 2014/53/EU
●IEC/EN 60825-1:2014 - Class 1 laser product.
●CSA-C22.2 NO. 61010-1-12 - Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory
use - Part 1: General requirements - Third Edition; Update No. 2: April 2016
●UL 61010-1 - Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use; Part 1: General Requirements -
Third Edition; Including Revisions through July 19, 2019
●IEC 61010-1 - Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use – Part 1:
General requirements - Edition 3.1; Consolidated Reprint
LASER SAFETY
This product includes a laser scanner which is a Class 1 laser product and complies with IEC 60825-1: 2014 and 21 CFR
Subchapter J Parts 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50, dated June 24, 2007.
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FCC WARNING
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
●Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
●Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
●Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
●Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING: Any product modifications not expressly approved by Planitar could void the user’s authority to operate
PLANIX equipment under FCC rules.
INNOVATION, SCIENCE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT (ISED) CANADA
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY - SIMPLIFIED
This product complies with the essential requirements and provisions of RE Directive 2014/53/EU.
WARNING: Do not use the 5 GHz band (W52) of wireless LAN outdoors within countries belonging to the European
Union. The outdoor use of the W52 is prohibited by law in many of these countries. Use the 2.4GHz band for outdoors.
USER INFORMATION ON ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
Our products contain high quality components and are designed to facilitate recycling. Our products or product
packaging are marked with the symbol below.
The symbol indicates that the product must not be treated as municipal waste. It must be
disposed of separately via the appropriate return and collection systems available. By following
these instructions, you ensure that this product is treated correctly and help to reduce the
potential impacts on the environment and human health, which could otherwise result from
inappropriate handling. Recycling of products helps to conserve natural resources and protect the
environment.
For additional disposal information, contact local authorities in charge of E-waste management or
your Planitar authorized distributor. For product take-back programs, contact Planitar Inc. at
www.planitar.com
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What’s in the box
iGUIDE PLANIX
1. iGUIDE PLANIX
2. System battery
3. System power supply
4. USB 3.0 Flash drive
5. Carrying case with shoulder strap
6. Ricoh Theta Z1
7. Theta Lens cap
iGUIDE PLANIX Pro
1. iGUIDE PLANIX
2. System battery
3. System power supply
4. USB 3.0 Flash drive
5. Carrying case with shoulder strap
6. Ricoh Theta Z1 (with calibrated lenses) Figure 1 - What’s in the box
7. Theta Lens cap
iGUIDE PLANIX Core
1. iGUIDE PLANIX
2. System battery
3. System power supply
4. USB 3.0 Flash drive
5. Carrying case with shoulder strap
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System Overview
PLANIX is an iGUIDE camera system designed to simultaneously measure and photograph spaces to create
floor plans and iGUIDE 3D virtual tours. The PLANIX uses a built-in laser scanner for gathering laser
measurement data and a user-replaceable 360° camera for capturing panoramas. All surveyed data is
stored on a user-replaceable USB flash drive. The scanner's laser is infra-red and is invisible. The PLANIX
has a built-in Wi-Fi access point and you can connect to it from any Wi-Fi enabled device. It is controlled by
the Survey web app that runs in a web browser. Phones and tablets with a 5-7” display are most convenient
to use with Survey. The PLANIX is not user serviceable and must not be disassembled or the Warranty will
be void. It is recommended to use PLANIX with a QR (quick-release) plate and a ball head to allow for easy
leveling on a tripod. Arca Swiss type QR plates with a release screw are recommended over QR plates with
a release lever due to possible interference of the lever with the feet. Figure 2 shows the main components
of the PLANIX camera system.
System Components
1. 360° camera (and its power button location).
2. Laser scanner
3. USB 3.0 port (USB-A): all data is stored on the
USB drive.
4. System power button
5. Status indicator: Blinks when the system is
busy either during startup or while processing
data. During startup, the Wi-Fi signal will not
appear until the status indicator stops blinking.
6. Battery charge level indicator:
4 bars: 76-100%
3 bars: 51-75%
2 bars: 26-50%
1 bar: 5-25%
1 bar, blinking: < 5%.
7. Charging indicator: Blinks while charging; lit
steady when charging is complete.
8. Charging port
9. Reset button: Reset Wi-Fi and other settings to
factory defaults.
10. Mounting screw hole: for attaching a QR plate
with ¼” screw.
11. System battery access hatch
12. Feet
13. 360° camera mount (detachable): Attached
using four M3-0.5x12, Phillips head screws (PH#1
drive). Figure 2 - System components
14. 360° camera mounting thumb screw
15. USB connector (USB-C): Connects the PLANIX Core to the 360° camera.
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Handling & Care
Additional maintenance information is available in the System Maintenance section.
Handling the System
It is important to handle the PLANIX
with care and to avoid storing the
camera in extreme heat or cold for
extended periods of time. When
placing the camera in resting
position, the camera should be set
upright. The PLANIX should be
handled by gripping two opposing
sides of the PLANIX body, or by
gripping one side of the PLANIX body
while supporting from the bottom
side (see figure 3).
CAUTION: Removing the PLANIX
from the carrying case by gripping
the 360° camera must be avoided as
doing this could damage the unit or
negatively affect optical alignment. Figure 3 - Resting (left), Handling (right)
WARNING: Do not spill any liquid onto the system and avoid allowing excess moisture to enter through the
vent openings as this could cause electrical malfunction and damage the unit.
Camera Lens
Note that if fingerprints, dirt, etc. get onto
the camera lens, image quality may
deteriorate. When dust or dirt does get on
the camera lenses, do not touch it directly
with your fingers to avoid scratching the
lenses with small hard particles that can be
almost invisible to the eye. Either use a
blower (available in stores) or optical grade
compressed air to blow off any particles, or a
soft cloth to gently dust off the lenses. You
can also breathe on the lenses to create a
thin layer of condensation and then wipe it
off with a cleaning cloth held stretched
between two hands such that no direct
finger pressure is applied to the lenses Figure 4 - Cleaning the camera lens
(see figure 4).
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If you have spots on the lenses that will not come off, try using a lens cleaning solution or pre-moistened
lens cleaning tissues and gently rub the spot with soft cloth and avoiding direct finger pressure. Consider
using the lens cap to prop the camera up for cleaning (as shown in figure 4).
Removing the Lens Cap
The lens cap from the 360° camera should be removed by gently pinching or squishing the cap on the sides
covering the lenses and gently pulling the cap off, taking care to avoid touching the lenses.
Laser Scanner
The laser scanner optical window (central, black, plastic cylinder) must be kept free of fingerprints, dirt and
dust for optimal measurement. Wipe it with a soft cloth and avoid scratching the plastic surface. Do not use
any solvents!
System Power Supply
Use only the provided 12V 3.3A power supply, as it was designed to provide sufficient power to charge the
system battery.
WARNING: Using a power supply with inadequate characteristics may damage the battery charging board
and will void the Warranty.
System Battery
PLANIX uses a 7.2V 49.7Wh smart battery manufactured by RRC Power Solutions Inc, model number
RRC2057. See the User Replaceable Accessories section of this manual for sourcing details.
When the PLANIX system is not going to be used for a prolonged period of time, the battery should be
taken out of the camera while the remaining charge level is between 25-75%.
BATTERY WARNINGS
●Do not open or dismantle batteries.
●Do not expose batteries to heat or fire. Avoid storage in direct sunlight.
●Do not short-circuit a battery. Do not store batteries in a box, drawer, or storage container where they may
short-circuit each other or be short-circuited by other metal objects.
●Keep batteries clean and dry.
●Do not subject batteries to excessive mechanical shock. In the event of a battery leaking, do not allow the liquid to
come in contact with the skin or eyes. If contact has been made, wash the affected area with clean water and
immediately seek medical advice.
●Do not use any charger other than that specifically provided for use with the equipment. See “Charging” section.
Observe the plus (+) and minus (–) marks on battery and equipment and ensure correct use.
●Never use batteries of different capacity, size, type, or manufacturer within a PLANIX device.
●Keep batteries out of the reach of children at all times.
●Never use the PLANIX battery in an application for which it was not intended.
●For optimal battery health, do not store fully charged or fully discharged batteries for longer than 1 month
without use. Do not store PLANIX batteries for longer than 1 year without recharge.
●A fully charged battery can remain in the camera for 3 months before it discharges completely and enters a
shutdown state. Batteries not charged within 1-2 days of entering a shutdown state (completely discharged)
may require replacement.
●All PLANIX batteries must be recycled or disposed of in accordance with national and local regulations. Contact your
local representative for assistance. The batteries must be disposed only in a discharged state at the collection
center.
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Charging
1. Remove the PLANIX camera system, system battery, and power supply from the carrying case.
2. Insert the system battery into the PLANIX.
3. Plug the power supply into an electrical outlet. On the power supply, a blue light should turn on to
indicate that the power supply is working.
4. Plug the power supply into the charging port. After ~10 seconds, the charging indicator light on the
recessed user interface should turn on and begin flashing green to indicate that the PLANIX is charging.
Normal flashing interval is ~1 second on and ~1 second off.
5. You can set PLANIX upright on its feet on a flat surface or it can be put back into the carrying case.
6. Once the PLANIX is fully charged, the charging indicator light should turn solid green. Unplug the
power supply from the system.
7. Unplug the power supply from the electrical outlet.
Notes
●The PLANIX smart battery is shipped in sleep
mode. Before it can be used, the battery must
be plugged in to charge for >30 seconds in
order to disengage sleep mode.
●Only the specified power supply shipped with
the PLANIX may be used to charge the system.
●To charge the 360° camera and PLANIX
simultaneously, the PLANIX must be powered
on. If PLANIX is powered off, its USB ports will
not supply power to charge the 360° camera
and the camera will be charged from the
PLANIX system battery next time PLANIX is
powered on, thus reducing the available system
battery runtime.
●If the PLANIX is powered on while charging, the
inactivity power off timeout settings are
ignored.
●If the PLANIX is powered on while charging, the
laser scanner will power off to eliminate noise
and reduce required charging time.
●If the PLANIX is powered on while charging and
the laser scanner has been powered off, taking
a picture will power the laser scanner back on. Figure 5 - Charging, PLANIX turned on
●The charging indicator light may blink rapidly if
there is an error detected; remove and reinsert the power supply.
●Avoid inserting or removing the system battery while the power supply is connected.
●Avoid removing the system battery while the PLANIX is powered on.
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Setup
1. Remove the PLANIX camera system from the carrying case.
2. Ensure the PLANIX system battery is charged.
3. Level the ball head on the tripod.
4. Attach a QR plate to PLANIX and attach the QR plate to the ball head on the tripod.
5. Raise the tripod so that the laser scanner is about 120 cm (~4 feet) from the floor surface for optimal
measurement height and 3D touring experience.
6. Remove the lens cap from the 360° camera.
7. Ensure the PLANIX has a USB drive inserted.
Notes
●The laser scanner should be
warmed up for 5 minutes (system
powered up) for best results.
●The 360° camera should not be
gripped to remove the PLANIX
from the carrying case.
●It’s important to stage the
property before beginning to
survey: open doors, turn on lights,
and ensure all rooms are cleared
of clutter so as to allow a direct
line-of-sight.
●Direct line-of-sight between
consecutive camera positions is
important to allow the PLANIX to
see as many structural and
non-structural elements of the
home as possible and ensure
successful automatic scan
alignment. Figure 6 - Proper tripod setup
●It’s important to keep the tripod at a consistent height as much as possible for optimal 3D touring.
Raise and lower the tripod if
necessary depending on circumstances and surroundings.
●Avoid setting the PLANIX upon an unlevel surface without first adjusting the tripod.
●Consider loosening one of three tripod legs so as to allow the leg to swing freely in order to fit through
narrow areas and doors more easily. When doing this, ensure that the loosened leg is securely
extended before setting the tripod down for each scan.
●For direct attachment to a tripod without a QR plate and a ball head you may need a ¼” to ⅜” adapter
as ⅜” is a standard tripod thread.
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