How long does it take to make a scan?
Less than 60 seconds per pass. Geometry and texture require 2 passes

What is the scanner resolution?
Resolution is determined by the camera. For PAL this is 720x576

What is the scanner accuracy?
Accuracy or the Level OF Detail captured is related to object size. Practice reveals with PAL type camera a factor 1/200 of the object height. Hence, a 100mm high object will yield an accuracy of about 0.5mm assuming that the object is maximized in the video's field of view

Can a scan be made without a PC connection?
Yes. The scanner allows remote scanning in which the camera records the scan

How come the product is so inexpensive compared to other scanners on the market?
This was a main design incentive and was accomplished by using off the shelf parts, proven technology and an elementary design. Also, the hardware is supplied as a kit and is sold at cost price, we don't earn on it

What is the scanner's footprint?
The turntable foot print is about the size of a DVD cover

What is the scanner's work area?
Scanner work area for the supplied product is about 1.5mtr. by 0.5mtr., desktop size

What size objects can be scanned?
The supplied turntable allows max object size to be about 180mm height by 200mm in diameter and permissible load is about 2kg

Why can you purchase the scanner software separately?
In case a larger or smaller size turntable is required. The manuals provide sufficient information to build your own turntable

What types of object shapes can be scanned?
Cylindrical shaped objects work best. Other shapes are possible but may require more post processing to complete. Still, the scanner's true merit is in its ability to scan around an object and thereby gather a significant amount of data regarding the overall shape in a single pass.

Can you make a scan using a webcam?
Yes, but obviously the level of detail will be less than for a video camera

Can I scan using a green laser?
Yes, in some cases this may offer better scanning results than a red laser

Does intricad build custom scanning configurations for specialized applications?
Yes, as long as your market is not already claimed by another customer

What are the PC requirements?
Please see the "Requirements" section below

What are the Camcorder/Video camera requirements?
Please see the "Requirements" section below