¶ Welcome to Revo Scan 5!
Revo Scan 5 is your essential scanning and editing companion for all Revopoint 3D scanners. In Revo Scan 5, you can do a 3D scan to create point clouds, then process and edit the data into 3D models or processed point clouds that are ready to be exported for use elsewhere in your workflow.
This manual covers every setting and function in Revo Scan 5 and teaches you how to get your first 3D scan.
¶ Read Before Using
- This manual covers Revo Scan 5 (PC) operations for Windows and macOS devices. To learn more about Revo Scan 5 (Mobile), please check their respective manuals in the iOS or Android Revo Scan apps.
- If you’re entirely new to 3D scanning, to get the most out of this guide, it’s recommended to first refer to the glossary and familiarize yourself with any new terms.
- Keep your version of Revo Scan up-to-date for the best user experience.
- Software updates may alter Revo Scan’s UI. Please refer to the actual layout in Revo Scan. While we’ll try our best to keep this manual up to date, some things may slip through. If it isn’t in the manual, please ask in our forums.
¶ 1. Installing Revo Scan
¶ 1.1 System Requirements
To use a Revopoint 3D scanner, you need a computer that meets the following requirements.
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System |
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Recommended |
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Windows: Win 10/11 (64-bit) RAM: ≥ 16GB CPU: Intel i7 12th gen or better |
Windows: Win 10/11 (64-bit) RAM: ≥ 32GB CPU: Intel i9 11th gen or better |
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Mac: macOS 11.0 or later RAM: ≥ 8GB CPU: M1 Pro or better |
Mac: macOS 11.0 or later RAM: ≥ 8GB CPU: M3 or better |
¶ 1.2 Installation Process
For Windows and macOS, visit Revopoint’s website to download your system's latest version of Revo Scan 5.
¶ 1.2.1 Windows
Double-click the downloaded file and follow the installation wizard to install Revo Scan 5. Once finished, double-click the Revo Scan 5 icon to open it.
¶ 1.2.2 macOS
In Finder on your Mac, locate the download of Revo Scan, right-click it, go to Open With, and click Installer, then follow the installation wizard. Once finished, double-click the Revo Scan 5 icon to open it.
Note: You may need to enable your Mac to install non-App store software.
Go to the Apple menu > System Settings, click Privacy & Security in the sidebar, then go to Security on the right. (You may need to scroll down.) Change the security setting to "App Store and identified developers”.
¶ 2. Interface Overview
¶ 2.1 Home Page
¶ 2.2 Project Interface
¶ 3. Settings
¶ 3.1 Scanner Settings
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When a scanner is connected, click the settings icon on the Scanner Connection Status Pane to access the scanner's settings. |
¶ 3.1.1 Basic Details
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Scanner Info See the scanner's type and serial number. IMU Calibration The IMU sensor measures the scanner's acceleration, rotation, and orientation. Calibrating the IMU ensures the scanner tracks its movement data accurately, resulting in better frame stitching and scanning accuracy. Click the “Start Calibration” button and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the calibration process. IMU calibration only needs to be done when prompted by Revo Scan 5. Note: This option will only appear if the connected scanner has an IMU. Firmware Version An “Update” button will be displayed when a new firmware version is available. Tap the button and follow the instructions to update. |
¶ 3.1.2 Wi-Fi Settings
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| Host | Client | |
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What's the difference? |
Connect a scanner to a PC via the scanner's Wi-Fi. The PC will lose internet access via Wi-Fi. | Connect a scanner to a PC via a Wi-Fi network. Keep your PC connected to the internet. |
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How to connect? |
Find the "Scanner Name-REVO X" Wi-Fi network and connect to it in your PC's Wi-Fi settings. Open Revo Scan, and the scanner should connect after a while. |
Enter your Wi-Fi network's name (SSID) and password, then click confirm. Ensure the PC is on the same network, open Revo Scan and the scanner should connect after a while. |
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1. You can change the scanner’s SSID name and set a password. If the scanner fails to connect over Wi-Fi, check that its region matches your country. 2. Remember to memorize the password if you enable it, or this will prevent you from using Wi-Fi. |
Client mode is only recommended if you have stable 5GHz network. For best performance, ensure the scanner, PC, and Wi-Fi router are all close to each other. |
¶ 3.2 Revo Scan Settings
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Access Revo Scan’s settings by clicking the setting icon on the Homepage in the top right corner. |
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Default File Location: Select the default file location to store projects and models. Screenshots Default Folder: Select the default file location to store screenshots. Language: Select your preferred language. Project naming pop-up: Untick the box to turn off the naming projects pop-up when creating a new project. GPU-accelerated rendering: Enable/disable GPU-accelerated rendering. (If your PC doesn’t have a GPU, it’s recommended that you disable it for a more stable experience.) |
¶ 4. Software Functions
¶ 4.1 Scanning
¶ 4.1.1 Scanning Controls
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: Click it to delete all captured data.
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: Click it to start or pause the scan.
: Click it when the scan is finished to move on to the editing process.
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: While paused, the Redo and Undo buttons can remove or add back scan data. This can be done repeatedly.¶ 4.1.2 Capture Modes
Change capture modes by clicking the drop-down menu on the Start/Pause button.
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• Continuous The scanner captures multiple frames per second (fps) in continuous mode. Use Continuous mode to capture objects quickly. Note: Maximum fps is determined by the scanner’s model. • Single-shot In single-shot mode, the scanner captures one point cloud frame each time the button is pressed in Revo Scan or on the scanner. This mode is useful when capturing objects with sharply contrasting color surfaces or in hard-to-maneuver spaces. Each frame needs at least 50% overlap to successfully align into the model in single-shot mode.  |
¶ 4.1.3 Scanning Distance Indicator Bar
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Adjust the scanning distance before a new scan. The distance indicator bar shows the distance between the object and the scanner. It’s suggested to start scanning when the bar is green (optimal).  |
¶ 4.1.4 Camera Settings
Depth Cameras
Adjusting the depth cameras’ exposure before starting a scan is crucial to getting a good 3D model.
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• Adjusting Exposure The depth cameras’ exposure can either be set to auto-exposure or manually adjusted. Adjust the exposure slider until there are as few blue and red patches on the object as possible in the Depth Camera window. The exposure may need to be adjusted mid scan depending on the properties of the surface being captured.  • Digital Zoom When capturing smaller objects, the Depth Cameras’ up to x2 digital zoom makes it easier to focus the scanner so it only captures the object's surface data.  |
RBG Camera
To capture an object’s color accurately during a scan, please ensure it is evenly lit with soft light, and the RGB camera’s exposure and white balance have been adjusted.
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• Adjusting Exposure Adjust the exposure until the colors look accurate in the RGB camera preview window, or set it to auto.  • White Balance Either set the white balance to auto or adjust it till the colors look accurate. • Flash LEDs Toggle On/Off the RGB Camera’s Flash LEDs to enhance color scans or help to make marker points more visible while performing a scan using Marker Tracking. (Only for scanners with Flash LEDs) |
¶ 4.1.5 Scan Settings
Before starting a scan, selecting the correct settings for the object being scanned is essential for the best results.
Accuracy
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• Standard Accuracy: For capturing simple objects that don’t have complex and detailed surfaces. • High Accuracy: For capturing highly detailed objects. • High-speed: For capturing larger objects or people/body parts quickly with faster frame rates and smooth frame stitching. Note: Accuracy settings available, scanner speed, and size of the object capable of being captured are dependent on the scanner’s model. |
Tracking Mode
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• Feature Tracking: For objects with distinct surface features and no repeating patterns. • Marker Tracking: For capturing large flat surfaces that don’t have distinct details. It must be used with marker points for tracking aids. • Global Marker Tracking: For capturing larger featureless objects. There are two steps: First, capture the markers to generate a global marker file. Second, scan the point cloud based on the global marker file. Global Marker Tutorial Video |
Object Type
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• General: This is the standard object type. Pick this type if the object doesn’t match other options below. • Dark: Scan objects with dark surfaces, such as black or dark gray clothes. Some dark items, such as black leather or metal surfaces, which will absorb or reflect light, may still need to be treated with scanning spray to make them scannable. • Face: Scan people’s faces. • Body: Scan people. • Large: Scan larger objects quickly. Only available for certain scanners in high-speed accuracy mode. Note: Available object types and the captured object’s size depend on the scanner’s model. |
Color Scanning
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Enable it to capture color data using the scanner’s RGB camera. When performing a color scan, ensure the object is evenly lit with soft light for optimal color capture results. Note: Texture mapping can be applied only when Color Scanning is enabled. |
Base Removal
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Toggle it on to enable automatic deletion of any unwanted flat surfaces detected (e.g., a table or floor). If scanning an object with many flat surfaces, turn this off to avoid deleting any of the object’s surfaces. |
Scanning Distance
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Use the slider to adjust the Depth Cameras’ working distance to ignore unwanted background or foreground objects. Both a minimum and maximum distance can be set.  Note: Within the same project, if the distance is set for the first scan, it will be automatically saved for subsequent scans. |
¶ 4.1.6 Saving Scanning Settings
Scan settings can be saved and imported when performing another scan.
Set the scan’s settings > In the File menu, click Save Scan Settings > Name the setting and choose a location to save it.
¶ 4.1.7 Importing Scanning Settings
In the File menu, click Import Scan Settings > Select the file containing the wanted setting and click open.
Note: Only the scanning settings for the currently connected scanner can be imported.
¶ 4.2 Model Editing
¶ 4.3 Model & Project Management
¶ 5. First Scan
Let’s do a scan with the small bust (not included with the RANGE series) that came with your Revopoint 3D scanner.
¶ 5.1 Preparation
¶ 5.1.1 Connecting the Scanner (PC-USB)
① Connect the scanner to a PC via the USB Type-A to Type-C cable. Plug the USB Type-C end into the back of the scanner and tighten the screw. Plug the USB Type-A end (or use the USB Type-C to Type-A Adapter) into a PC.
② Open Revo Scan on the PC and wait for the scanner to appear.
¶ 5.1.2 Preparing the Scanning Environment
① Clear the work area of any clutter and unnecessary items.
② Place and power on the Mini turntable by connecting it to a plug or USB port on a PC.
③ Place the bust in the center of the turntable and ensure the bust is evenly lit but not in direct sunlight.
④ Adjust the scanner to aim at the object by setting a suitable height and angle.
¶ 5.2 Scanning Process
¶ 5.2.1 Creating a New Project
① Click the New Project.
② Name the project, select a file location (or use the default one), and then click New to enter the Project Interface.
③ Center the bust in the left camera preview windows.
④ Adjust the distance between the scanner and the object until the Scanning Distance Indicator Bar in Revo Scan shows an excellent distance.
¶ 5.2.2 Selecting Scan Setting
① Select High Accuracy, Feature Tracking, General, and toggle Color off in the scan settings.
② Adjust the Depth Cameras’ exposure or set it to auto.
¶ 5.2.3 Starting the Scan
① Click the Start button to Start the scan.
② Once the turntable has done one full rotation scan, pause it to check the model. If the model is incomplete, click the Start button to continue the scan.
¶ 5.3 Finishing the Scan
Check the model and click the Complete button if it's ok.
¶ 5.4 Model Editing
Click on the One-click-editing button to process the point cloud.
¶ 5.5 Model Exporting
Click the Export button and Select the state > Select the file destination and format.
¶ 6. Help and Feedback
¶ 6.1 Scanning Tips
¶ 6.2 Using Accessories
Some of Revopoint’s accessories, like the Dual-axis Turntable or Handheld Stabilizer, can be connected and controlled via bluetooth in Revo Scan.
• Open Revo Scan and go to the Project Interface.
• In the Menu Bar, select Accessories, then find your accessory and click Connection.
• Find your accessory in the bluetooth list and click Connect.
For more detailed instructions, please visit Revopoint‘s support-download page and scroll down to the “Documents” section to get the accessory's Quick Start Guide.
¶ 6.3 Feedback
If you have any question during using the software, go to the Menu Bar, and click Help > Feedback to submit your feedback.
¶ 6.4 Software Updates
Revo Scan is frequently updated with new features and improvements. You should keep Revo Scan up to date to ensure an optimal scanning experience.
Click the update button on the notification pop-up in Revo Scan to automatically download the update.
¶ 6.5 Customer Service
If you need any assistance with your scanner, please don’t hesitate to contact us at [email protected] or drop us a line at +1 (888) 807-3339 or chat with one of our customer service agents online on our website, click the speech bubble on the bottom right corner of the screen to access our live chat.
¶ 7. Appendix
¶ 7.1 FAQ
¶ 7.2 Glossary
¶ 7.3 File Formats
¶ 7.4 Keyboard Shortcuts
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Function |
Windows Shortcut |
macOS Shortcut |
| Back to Orbit (exit selection mode) |
V |
V |
| Rectangular Selection |
M |
M |
| Polygon Selection |
L |
L |
| Lasso Selection |
U |
U |
| Clip |
C |
C |
| Smooth Brush |
S |
S |
| Invert Selection |
Ctrl+Shift+I |
Command+Shift+I |
| Delete |
Backspace |
Backspace |
| Undo |
Ctrl+Z |
Command+Z |
| Redo |
Ctrl+Y |
Command+Y |
| New Project |
Ctrl+N |
Command+N |
| Open Project |
Ctrl+O |
Command+O |
| Save |
Ctrl+S |
Command+S |
| Import |
Ctrl+I |
Command+I |
| Set Pivot Point |
Alt+Left-click |
Option+Left-click |
| Zoom In/Out |
Mouse Scroll Wheel or Two Fingered Pinch In & Out |
Mouse Scroll Wheel or Two Fingered Pinch In & Out |
| Move |
Shift+Left-click |
Shift+Left-click |
| Rotate in Selection Mode |
Ctrl+Left-click |
Command+Left-click |
| Zoom to Fit |
Ctrl+D |
Command+D |
| Default View |
Space |
Space |
| Select Through |
Ctrl+Shift+T |
Command+Shift+T |
| Select Connection |
B |
B |
| Reduce Selection |
Ctrl+Shift+Selection |
Command+Shift+Selection |
| Full Screenshot |
Ctrl+Shift+A |
Command+Shift+A |
| Model Only Screenshot |
Ctrl+Shift+M |
Command+Shift+M |
| Light Source |
Ctrl+L |
Command+L |