¶ 1.About This Manual
Welcome to your Revopoint 3D scanner user manual! This manual provides MetroY series' operation guide and instructions. Please read the manual before your first use to ensure you use this scanner correctly and safely. If needed, you can click on any topic in the navigation bar to quickly jump to that section.
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¶ 2.About Product
¶ 3.About Revo Metro
The scanner is used together with the Revo Metro software. For detailed information on the software's features and operations, please refer to the Revo Metro Software User Manual.
¶ 4.Scanner Connection
¶ 4.1 Wired Connection
As shown in the above diagram, power the scanner and connect it to the PC's USB 3.0 port.
Note: If the connection fails or the frame rate drops below 10 fps, disconnect from the PC while leaving the power on, then reconnect the connector.
To ensure the scanning effect, please connect the scanner directly to the PC and avoid using the docking station.
¶ 4.2 Wireless Connection
1）Follow steps ① and ② to align the screw on the battery grip with the threaded hole on the scanner's side, then turn the wheel to secure it.
2）According to step ③, connect the battery grip to the scanner using the power cable from the Mobile Kit for power supply.
3）Find and connect to the Wi-Fi network "METROY-REVO-XXXXXXXX" /"METROY Ultra-REVO-XXXXXXXX"(no password required on your PC). Open Revo Metro, wait for the scanner to connect, then start scanning.
MetroY / MetroY Pro / MetroY Ultra also supports wireless casting to a phone via Revo Mirror:
For detailed instructions on the software and screen casting, please refer to the Revo Mirror User Manual.
¶ 5. Scanner Calibration
¶ 5.1 Preparation Before Calibration
① Connect your scanner to the PC using the provided USB cable. Launch Revo Metro and wait for the "Connected" status. For optimal accuracy, allow the device to warm up for 10 minutes before starting.
② Click "Scanner Calibration" in the bottom left corner to begin.
③ Scan the QR code on the back of the Calibration Board to import its metrology data.
④ Follow the on-screen instructions for accuracy check and light plane alignment.
Note：If the accuracy check passes but the light plane alignment does not, the software will proceed with light plane calibration only.
¶ 5.2 Dual-camera Calibration
Adjust the scanner's pitch, tilt, and height as prompted. You will need to complete the calibration process across five orientations: horizontal, left, right, front, and back.
¶ 5.3 Light Plane Calibration
Adjust the scanner's pitch, tilt, and height as prompted. You will need to complete the calibration process across five orientations: horizontal, left, right, front, and back.
¶ 5.4 Finish
① Once the calibration is verified, click "Save."
② When the process is complete, click "Complete" to exit. The software will return to the Project page and automatically reconnect the scanner.
¶ 6.Scanning Demonstration
¶ 6.1 Pre-Scan Preparation
① Object Preparation
- Using Markers
Markers are required for tracking if you choose Marker Scan when entering project interface. Keep the distance between markers around 6–7 cm.
Don't use too many markers, but ensure that at least 5 markers are placed irregularly per scanned frame.
For best accuracy, attach the markers to flat surfaces rather than curved ones. Also, please avoid using soft pads or cloths with markers.
For more detailed marker tips, please refer to the Markers Use Tips Tutorial Video (for reference only)
Note: You can also use the Marker Block Kit to create a more ideal and complete scanning environment.
Marker Block Kit Quick Start Guide
Marker Block Kit Tutorial Video
- Using Scanning Spray
- For transparent or highly reflective objects (e.g., glass, stainless steel, electroplated surfaces), both line laser and structured light scanning require scanning spray.
- For dark reflective or metallic reflective surfaces (e.g., black paint, machined aluminum alloy), line laser scanning can be performed without spray, but Full Field scanning and Auto Turntable scanning require scanning spray.
Note: Scanning spray can be purchased from Revopoint's online stores.
② Set Up the Scanning Environment
1) Prepare the workspace: Ensure the scanning area is clean and free of clutter (for reference only).
2) Connect the accessories: Use the turntable cable to connect the turntable to the computer port or power outlet, adjusting it to an appropriate rotation speed.
3) Check the object: Position the sample bust on the turntable, ensuring its surface is shadow-free (for reference only).
4) Adjust the scanner's height and angle to ensure the camera can fully capture the object.
¶ 6.2 Start Scan
① Make sure the scanner is powered on and successfully connected to the software.
② Click "New Project" on the software's home page, select the file storage location, and then enter the scanning interface.
③ According to your actual needs, select the corresponding tracking mode in the upper-left corner of the scanning interface.
④ Set scanning parameters such as Scan mode, Scan accuracy, Object type, etc.
⑤ Adjust cameras exposure in the preview window on the left:
- In cross line/single line/parallel line mode, adjust Depth camera exposure/laser brightness until the lase lines are clearly visible.
- In auto turntable/full field mode, ensure the blue or red areas are as less as possible in the preview window; adjust RGB camera exposure value (in auto turntable mode) until the object color in the preview window looks actual and real.
⑥ Move the scanner to a proper distance to ensure that the distance indicator bar remains green (Excellent/Good).
⑦ Click the "Start" button to begin scanning. During the process, you can pause to review the progress via the central preview window. If the model is incomplete, click "Start" again to continue until the entire model surface is covered.
For detailed scanning steps of each scan mode, please refer to the related sections:
- Laser Line Mode Scanning Steps（Cross Line/Single Line/Parallel Line）
- Full Field Mode Scanning Steps
- Auto Turntable Mode Scanning Steps
¶ 6.3 Finish Scan
New users can use the following criteria to determine if scanning is complete:
1) Check if the model preview displays fully.
→ Ensure the real-time preview covers all surfaces of the target object, especially undersides, backsides, and crevices. Pause scanning to check for unfilled areas or structural omissions in point cloud or preview models. (Small holes can be manually filled during post-processing.)
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2) Check whether the model color/texture is uniform (if texture is enabled).
→ If texture is applied, check for obvious seams, missing color patches, or distortions.
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Click "Finish" to complete the scan. If the model is incomplete, click the "Start" button to continue scanning.
¶ 6.4 Model Processing & Export
¶ 6.4.1 Model Editing
For beginners, it is recommended to use the "One-click Editing" function. This function completes point cloud fusion, meshing, and texture mapping (if color scanning is enabled) at once according to the system’s default optimal parameters, making it convenient and fast.
For more specific operations and detailed settings, you can refer to Point Cloud Editing, Mesh Editing, Texture sections in the user manual of the Revo Metro Software.
¶ 6.4.2 Model Export
Go to the tab bar > Export to choose the desired model format for exporting.
¶ 6.5 More Tips
The preceding steps provide a foundational workflow. For enhanced results or efficiency, see the scanning tips below:
Scanning Tips:
2) Scanning Thin-Walled Objects
Parameter Settings:
Optimal results require proper parameter settings, which affect model integrity, clarity, and post-processing efficiency. Refer to Software Functions section in Revo Metro's user manual for guidance on detailed settings.