MeasureMind 3D

MultiSensor
Fast Start Guide
 Table of Contents

About This Manual i

Structure of This Manual ii

Customer Service and Technical Support iii

Section 1: Getting Started 1-1

Starting the Software 1-2

Staging a Part and Viewing Features 1-2

Selecting Units and Coordinates 1-3

Accessing the MeasureMind 3D Help System 1-4

Enabling Offline Mode (Non-Portal Systems Only) 1-4

Section 2: User Interface 2-1

Screen Layouts 2-2

Image Window 2-4

Target and Image Controls 2-4

Mouse Functions in the Image Window 2-5

Model Window 2-6

Model Window Toolbar 2-7

Mouse Functions in the Model Window 2-8

Print/Edit Window 2-9

Print/Edit Window Toolbar 2-9

Tool Box 2-10

Digital Readout (DRO) Window 2-11

Target Settings Window 2-12

Illumination Control Window 2-13

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 Front Panel Controls (If Equipped) 2-14

Joystick Controls 2-15

Section 3: Basics 3-1

About Part Setup 3-2

Difference Between Mounting a Part and Setting Up a Part 3-3

Defining Z Setup Zero Location 3-4

Defining the XY Setup Zero Location and Axis Alignment 3-5

Entering Part Setup Instructions 3-6

Opening a Routine 3-7

Running a Measurement Routine 3-7

Stopping a Measurement Routine 3-8

Routine Run Options 3-9

Run Override Options 3-10

Printer Override Options 3-11

Section 4: Automatic & Manual Targets 4-1

Edge Analysis Targets 4-2

Using FeatureFinder 4-3

FeatureFinder Search Area 4-5

Resizing the FeatureFinder Search Area 4-5

Using Weak Edge Point 4-6

Weak Edge Settings 4-7

Using Strong Edge Finder 4-8

Strong Edge Finder Settings 4-8

Using Edge Trace 4-9

Edge Trace Settings 4-10

Using Basic Focus 4-12

Alignment Targets 4-13

Changing the Target Size 4-13

Changing the Target Color 4-13

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Section 5: Feature Measurements 5-1

Measuring a Point 5-2

Measuring a Point with Weak Edge Point 5-2

Measuring a Point with Strong Edge Finder 5-3

Measuring a Line 5-4

Measuring a Circle or an Arc 5-5

Measuring a Plane 5-6

Section 6: Feature Constructions 6-1

Constructing a Line 6-2

Constructing a Circle 6-3

Constructing a Width 6-4

Constructing an Intersection 6-6

Constructing a Distance 6-8

Section 7: Part Programming 7-1

Creating a Measurement Routine 7-2

Saving a Routine 7-2

Entering Nominal Values and Tolerances 7-3

Measurement Tips 7-5

Tips for Faster Measurements and Routine Runs 7-5

Tips for More Accurate and Repeatable Measurements 7-6

About Datums 7-7

Defining a Datum Plane 7-8

Defining an XY Datum Origin 7-10

Defining a Datum Axis 7-12

About Measurement Results 7-13

Understanding Measurement Results in a Step 7-13

Measurement Output Options and Destinations 7-14

Outputting Measurement Results 7-15

Understanding Measurement Results Sent to a Printer 7-16

Editing a Measurement Routine 7-17

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 Deleting the Last Step (Undo) 7-17

Inserting a Step 7-18

Deleting a Step 7-19

Changing a Step 7-20

Using the Edit Step Mode Function to Change a Step 7-20

Using the Advanced Part Routine Editor to Change a Step 7-22

Copying a Step 7-24

Reference Information A-1

Software Security A-2

Software Security Dongle A-2

License File A-3

Troubleshooting Software Security A-3

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 About This Manual

Welcome!

Quality Vision International, Inc. (QVI) has produced this Fast Start Guide as part of
its ongoing effort to provide users with useful, comprehensive documentation. This
manual has been developed using documentation standards and a design that
enhances readability and makes information easier to find.

NOTE: This manual is current with version 15.x.x and version 16.x.x of the
MeasureMind 3D MultiSensor software.

About This Manual i

Structure of This Manual

Section Description

Getting Started Describes how to start the software, stage a part

and view part features, change the measurement
units and coordinates, access the MeasureMind 3D
Help system, and enable offline mode.

User Interface Describes the software user interface, front panel

controls (if equipped), and joystick controls.

Basics Describes how to set up a part for measurement,

open an existing measurement routine, and run a
routine.

Automatic & Manual Describes the various tools and targets available in
Targets the MeasureMind 3D MultiSensor software.

Feature Measurements Describes how to measure common features with

the available video tools.

Feature Constructions Describes how to construct common features from

previously measured or constructed features.

Part Programming Describes how to create a measurement routine,

define datums, output measurement results, and
edit a routine.

Reference Information Describes the software security dongle and license

file.

ii About This Manual

Customer Service and Technical Support

Optical Gaging Products (OGP) – a division of Quality Vision International, Inc.

(QVI) – offers customer service and technical support contracts that are tailored to
meet your specific needs and to protect the value of your investment.

We offer Software Maintenance Agreements (SMA) with updates of software

products, application assistance, and discounts on purchases of metrology software
upgrades.

For information about technical support and customer service:

l Contact the QVI channel partner who provided your OGP product

l Call OGP Service at 1.800.797.5780 in the United States from 8:00 AM to

5:00 PM Eastern Time, Monday through Friday

l Send email inquiries to [email protected]

l Visit www.ogpnet.com

NOTE: Contact information for technical support is on the serial number label on
your OGP product.

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 Sectio
Getting Started

Starting the Software 1-2

Staging a Part and Viewing Features 1-2

Selecting Units and Coordinates 1-3

Accessing the MeasureMind 3D Help System 1-4

Enabling Offline Mode (Non-Portal Systems Only) 1-4

Section 1:  Getting Started 1-1

Starting the Software

QVI Portal Systems:

Select Measure > Advanced from the Portal Navigation Panel and follow the on-
screen prompts to start the software.

Non-Portal Systems:

Double-click the MeasureMind 3D application icon on the Windows Desktop and

follow the on-screen prompts to start the software.

Staging a Part and Viewing Features

1. Clear the worktable of any obstructions.

2. If the part does not fit under the lens, raise the Z transport by twisting the
joystick knob to the right (clockwise).

3. Mount the part securely on the worktable. You can position the part anywhere
on the worktable or in any fixture.

4. [Classic User Interface Only] If necessary, click to display the Image

window.

5. Click to clear any previous measurements.

NOTE: If someone else was using the system and a routine is in memory,
the software displays a prompt to save or clear the routine.

6. If necessary, zoom to the lowest magnification using the Zoom slider.

7. Position the mouse cursor in a backlit area of the Image window and observe
the light indicator in the lower-left corner of the Image window as you increase
the backlight intensity to approximately 50%.

8. Move the stage so an edge of the part appears in the Image window.

9. Twist the joystick knob to manually focus the edge.

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Selecting Units and Coordinates

Click this icon in Or select this item from

To display and use...
the DRO window... the Units menu...

Inches English dimensions (see

note)

Millimeters Metric dimensions (see note)

Cartesian (XYZ) Cartesian coordinates

Polar (RAZ) Polar coordinates

Decimal Degrees Angular units

Degrees:Minutes:Seconds

— Resolution, and then More/fewer digits

select the desired
resolution from the
submenu

NOTE: After changing the measurement units, be sure to choose the appropriate
measurement resolution (number of digits after the decimal point).

Section 1:  Getting Started 1-3

Accessing the MeasureMind 3D Help System

Select Help / Contents to access the MeasureMind 3D Help system.

Enabling Offline Mode (Non-Portal Systems Only)

1. Right-click the MeasureMind 3D application icon on the Windows Desktop.

2. Select Properties.

3. Click the Shortcut tab (if not displayed).

4. In the Target box, after the executable filename, type a space, and then type:
-d -runme -vtest

5. Click OK.

6. Double-click the MeasureMind 3D application icon on the Windows Desktop

to start the software in offline mode.

NOTE: Running the software in offline mode requires a software security dongle and
associated license file, as described on page A-2.

1-4 Section 1:  Getting Started

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User Interface

Screen Layouts 2-2

Image Window 2-4

Model Window 2-6

Print/Edit Window 2-9

Print/Edit Window Toolbar 2-9

Tool Box 2-10

Digital Readout (DRO) Window 2-11

Target Settings Window 2-12

Illumination Control Window 2-13

Front Panel Controls (If Equipped) 2-14

Joystick Controls 2-15

Section 2:  User Interface 2-1

Screen Layouts

The software supports two user interface types depending on the resolution of the
system monitor(s). The screen layout varies depending on how the user interface is
configured.

l Classic User Interface — used for all monitors with a display resolution
width (first number) of less than 1600 pixels.

l Enhanced User Interface — used for monitors with a minimum display

resolution width of 1600 pixels (for example, 1600 x 1200 or 1680 x 1050).
The Enhanced User Interface displays all of the tools and windows at the
same time on a single screen. This is the default user interface for higher
resolution monitors; however, you can configure the system to display the
Classic User Interface if you want.

Title bar

Main menu

Image window (shown here), Model window, or Surface window

Target and image controls

Digital Readout (DRO) window

Tool Box

Measurement window

Illumination controls

Target Settings window

Figure 2-1: Screen Layout (Classic User Interface)

2-2 Section 2:  User Interface

 Main menu

Title bar

Image window

Target and image controls

Tool Box

Measurement window

Model window or Surface window

Digital Readout (DRO) window

Illumination controls

Target Settings window

Target icons

Scroll Output window

Figure 2-2: Screen Layout (Enhanced User Interface)

Section 2:  User Interface 2-3

Image Window

The Image window displays a live video image. Use the Image window to view the
live part image, perform magnified inspection, and measure features.

Live video image

Light intensity (see note)

On-screen magnification (approximate)

NOTE: The light level is measured at the mouse cursor location in the Image
window. When using any of the edge analysis targets (for example, FeatureFinder),
set the light level to approximately 50%.

Target and Image Controls

Changes the magnification

Resizes the target displayed in the Image window

Click a color to change the color of the selected target

Switch between Image window and Model window [Classic User Interface Only]

2-4 Section 2:  User Interface

 Mouse Functions in the Image Window

To… Do this…

Change the size 1. Position the mouse cursor in the Image window.
of the displayed
2. Hold down the left mouse button while dragging the
target
border of the displayed target.

3. Release the left mouse button when finished.

Fine adjust the X 1. Position the mouse cursor in the Image window.
and Y transports
2. Hold down the right mouse button while moving the
mouse in the desired direction of XY motion.

3. Release the mouse button when finished.

Drive along the 1. Position the mouse cursor in the Image window.
X and Y axes
2. Hold down the middle mouse button while moving the
(requires 3-
mouse in the desired direction. The speed of XY motion
button mouse)
increases as you move the cursor farther from the
center of the Image window.

3. Release the middle mouse button when finished.

Drive along the Z 1. Position the mouse cursor in the Image window.
axis (requires 3-
2. Hold down Ctrl and the middle mouse button while
button mouse)
moving the mouse in the desired Y direction — away
from you moves the Z axis up (+) and toward you
moves the Z axis down (-).

The Z axis moves faster as you move the cursor farther

from the center of the Image window.

Section 2:  User Interface 2-5

Model Window

The Model window displays a CAD-like sketch of the measured and constructed
features. The model is always drawn to reflect the current datum system, and can be
used to construct features.

CAD-like sketch of measured and constructed features

Constructed features shown as dashed lines

Measured features shown as solid lines

View origin

Part origin

NOTE: Refer to page 6-1 for information about constructing features.

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 Model Window Toolbar

Display entire model

Zoom in

Zoom out

Display isometric view

Display top view

Display next view

Display Surface window

Display actuals

Display nominals

Display point data

View CAD data

View hidden feature

View feature

Switch between shaded and wireframe mode

Switch between Image window and Model window [Classic User Interface Only]

Section 2:  User Interface 2-7

 Mouse Functions in the Model Window

To… Do this…

Select features or icons Position the mouse cursor over the desired feature
or icon and press the left mouse button.

Zoom in (entire model) Hold down the left mouse button while dragging
the mouse up (away from you).

Zoom out (entire model) Hold down the left mouse button while dragging
the mouse down (toward you).

Zoom in on a specific area Hold down Shift and the left mouse button while
dragging the mouse diagonally to draw a box
around the desired area.

Pan (move) the entire model Hold down the middle mouse button while
in any direction dragging the mouse in the desired direction.

Rotate the entire model left Hold down the right mouse button while dragging
or right around the vertical the mouse left or right.
screen axis

Rotate the entire model up or Hold down the left mouse button while dragging
down around the horizontal the mouse up or down.
screen axis

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Print/Edit Window

Select File / Print/Edit to display the Print/Edit window, which lists all the steps in
the current routine.

Print/Edit window toolbar

You can use the Advanced Part Routine Editor to edit the selected (highlighted)
step in the routine
Click OK to save the changes and close the window

Print/Edit Window Toolbar

Save listing Display standard format

Print listing Display expanded format

Select steps to be output Change font

Display condensed format Enable/disable editing

Section 2:  User Interface 2-9

Tool Box

The Tool Box shows icons in related functional groups that correspond to the
functions in the File, Edit, Targets, Measure, and Construct menus.

l To display the function of an icon, position the mouse cursor over the icon (do
not click it).

l To select a function, click the appropriate icon.

NOTES:

l Unavailable functions are grayed out.

l The appearance of the Tool Box and the location of the Tool Box icons vary
depending on how the user interface is configured. In the image below, the
Enhanced User Interface is on the left and the Classic User Interface is on
the right.

File management icons

Routine editing icons

Target icons

Measurement and construction icons

2-10 Section 2:  User Interface

Digital Readout (DRO) Window

The DRO window displays the following information:

l Current location of the stage (centerline intersection in the Image window).

The location is reported in the X, Y, and Z axes (or R, A, and Z axes if polar
coordinates are selected).

l The horizontal alignment of the X axis, shown next to the ANG button. If
Protractor is selected in the Targets menu, ANG shows the included angle of
the protractor.

l Current units of measurement (indicated by a green indicator).

You can also do the following in the DRO window:

l Click , , and to zero the X-axis, Y-axis, and Z-axis readouts

l Click to set the horizontal alignment of the X axis to 0°

l Click to switch between inches and millimeters

l Click to switch between Cartesian (XYZ) coordinates and Polar (RAZ)

coordinates

l Click to change the angular units of measurement (fractional degrees or

degrees:minutes:seconds)

l Click to print all the measurement data currently in the print queue and
clear the queue (this icon has the same functionality as the Print button in the
Measurement widow)

l Click (if applicable) to display the Rotary Move window

Section 2:  User Interface 2-11

Target Settings Window

The Target Settings window displays the settings and controls for the following:

l Weak Edge Analysis targets (shown below)

l Advanced Focus target

l Edge Trace target

l Basic Centroid target

l Advanced Centroid target

l Laser targets

l SoftSectioner target

l Touch probe and Feather Probe

2-12 Section 2:  User Interface

Illumination Control Window

Use the sliders in the Illumination Control window to adjust the intensity of any of the
illumination sources:

l Surface (coaxial) light

l Ring light

l Backlight

l SmartRing light

l Frame integration (only appears if your system is equipped with a digital

camera or a Teli camera with a QVI video capture board; refer to the Frame
Integration topic in the MeasureMind 3D Help system for more information)

Section 2:  User Interface 2-13

Front Panel Controls (If Equipped)

Adjust backlight intensity

Adjust ring light intensity

Adjust surface light intensity

Switch between inches (in) and millimeters (mm)

Zero X-axis readout

Zero Y-axis readout

Zero Z-axis readout

Set horizontal alignment of X axis

Stop all stage motion and cancel the current operation (press again to resume
operation)

NOTE: Similar controls are available in the software user interface. See Digital
Readout (DRO) Window on page 2-11 and Illumination Control Window on page 2-13
for more information.

2-14 Section 2:  User Interface

Joystick Controls

l If your system is equipped with this joystick, refer to Figure 2-3 on page 2-16
for a description of its controls.

l If your system is equipped with this joystick, refer to Figure 2-4 on page 2-17
for a description of its controls.

l If your system is equipped with this joystick, refer to Figure 2-5 on page 2-18
for a description of its controls.

Section 2:  User Interface 2-15

 Remove power from all motors, stop all XYZ motion, and put system in E-Stop Mode
(if equipped)
Stop all XYZ motion and put system in Stop Mode; Resume operation

Delete a measured point

Accept a measured point; Unlock stage if probe does not back off (hold down Enter
and move the joystick)
Select linear units of measurement (in/mm)

Select the rotary indexer (primary or secondary) controlled by the Rotary knob

Set horizontal alignment of X axis

Power switch (if equipped)

Control how fast the transports move when you deflect the joystick

Control XYZ motion; Change the magnification (hold down the button on top of the
joystick and twist the joystick knob)
Rotate the selected rotary indexer

Control surface light intensity

Control ring light intensity

Control backlight intensity

Zero X-axis readout

Zero Y-axis readout

Zero Z-axis readout

Figure 2-3: Joystick Controls (Style A)

2-16 Section 2:  User Interface

 Control XYZ motion; Change the magnification (hold down the button on top of the
joystick and twist the joystick knob)
Stop all XYZ motion and put system in Stop Mode; Resume operation

Accept a measured point

Control surface light intensity

Control ring light intensity

Control backlight intensity

Figure 2-4: Joystick Controls (Style B)

Section 2:  User Interface 2-17

 Control XYZ motion; Change the magnification (hold down the button on top of the
joystick and twist the joystick knob)
Stop all XYZ motion and put system in Stop Mode; Resume operation

Accept a measured point (used only with manual targets, Focus targets, and Strong
Edge Finder)
Delete a measured point

Figure 2-5: Joystick Controls (Style C)

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Basics

About Part Setup 3-2

Opening a Routine 3-7

Running a Measurement Routine 3-7

Stopping a Measurement Routine 3-8

Routine Run Options 3-9

Run Override Options 3-10

Printer Override Options 3-11

Section 3:  Basics 3-1

About Part Setup

When the transports are initialized during the start-up sequence, the system
displays the XYZ coordinates based on the stage home position. When you mount a
part in a fixture or directly on the worktable, the coordinates are still based on the
stage home position. The system does not know where the part is located (part
origin) or how it is aligned (axis alignment).

Part setup identifies where the part is located in the measurement volume and how it
is aligned relative to the axes of travel. This enables you to quickly run a routine to
measure the same or identical part at another location on the worktable. The routine
will run no matter where the part is placed, as long as the part setup is done in the
same way using the same setup zero location and setup alignment.

This section describes how to perform a manual part setup on the 3D training part.

Z Setup Zero Location (Z=0)

XY Setup Zero Location (0,0)

Axis Alignment Point (Y=0)

3-2 Section 3:  Basics

 Difference Between Mounting a Part and Setting Up a Part

Mounting a part is a manual procedure in which you position the part anywhere on
the worktable or in any fixture. After mounting a part, you can:

l Display features in the Image window

l Perform quick measurements (relative to the system stage home position)

l Perform part setup

Part setup is a manual and visual procedure that:

l Involves using manual alignment targets (for example, the Circle and
Crosshair targets) to locate the part or fixture. These steps set the Z axis to 0
and the X and Y axes to (0,0) at the respective locations of the selected
features (part origin). The XY location also becomes the pivot point for axis
alignment.

l Tells the system how the part is oriented relative to the XY travel. This
electronically aligns the part to a designated axis or reference point. The
setup alignment compensates for any misalignment between the part and the
stage axes.

l You perform before creating a part routine and before you run a routine.

l You can only perform if there is no routine in memory, or when the Run
Routine window is open.

NOTES:

l If you want to perform manual measurements or you want to measure the

size of a single feature quickly, you do not have to perform the part setup
procedure. Simply mount the part, display the desired feature(s) in the Image
window, and then measure and/or construct features.

l Always perform part setup if you want to create a part routine to measure
more than one part.

l The manual part setup steps are not included in the part routine.

l You can avoid the manual part setup by using fixturing to position the part
consistently in the same location.

Section 3:  Basics 3-3

 Defining Z Setup Zero Location

It is important to define the Z setup zero location to zero the Z axis. In this procedure,
the Z setup zero location will be on the top surface of the 3D training part, near the
bottom-left edge of the cylindrical slot.

Z Setup Zero Location (Z=0)

To define the Z setup zero location:

1. Mount and secure the 3D training part on the worktable.

2. Set the surface light to approximately 50%.

3. Using the joystick or mouse, drive the transports to position the top surface of
the part near the bottom-left edge of the cylindrical slot in the Image window.

4. Zoom to the highest magnification and adjust the illumination if necessary.

5. Manually focus the surface of the part.

6. Click to display the Basic Focus target in the Image window.

7. Verify the Basic Focus target is completely over the surface. If necessary,
reposition the part and/or resize the target.

8. Click anywhere in the Image window to perform an autofocus on the surface.

The system displays a green cross in the center of the Basic Focus target,
and produces a beep sound (if configured for sound).

9. Click in the DRO window to zero the Z-axis readout.

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 Defining the XY Setup Zero Location and Axis Alignment

After defining the Z setup zero location, define the XY setup zero location and align
the part. In this procedure, the lower-left corner will be used for the XY setup zero
location and the lower-right corner will be used for the axis alignment.

XY Setup Zero Location (0,0)

Axis Alignment Point (Y=0)

To define the XY setup zero location and axis alignment:

1. Zoom to the lowest magnification.

2. Drive the transports to position the lower-left corner of the 3D training part in
the Image window.

3. Set the surface light to 0% and set the backlight to approximately 50%.

4. Manually focus the lower-left corner of the 3D training part.

5. Click to display the Crosshair target in the Image window.

6. Using the joystick or mouse to drive the transports, align the lower-left corner
of the 3D training part to the Crosshair target.

7. Click and in the DRO window to zero the X-axis and Y-axis
readouts.

8. Using the joystick or mouse to drive the transports, align the lower-right
corner of the 3D training part to the Crosshair target.

9. Click in the DRO window to align the coordinate system to the part.

10. Enter the part setup information in the setup instructions of the routine.

Section 3:  Basics 3-5

 Entering Part Setup Instructions

Select Part Setup / Setup Instructions to enter or view instructions for setting up
the part. For example, specify the location, orientation, and alignment of the part.

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Opening a Routine

1. Click or select File / Open.

2. In the standard Windows Open dialog box, browse for the desired routine and
do either of the following to open it:

l Type the name of the routine in the File Name box and click Open (or
press Enter).

l Double-click the routine you want to open.

NOTE: You do not need a measurement routine in order to measure a part; you can
simply mount a part on the worktable or in a fixture and start measuring features.

Running a Measurement Routine

1. Click .

While the Run Routine window is open, you can

access the run options, run overrides, setup
instructions, and report header/footer information in
the Part Setup menu.

2. If you did the part setup, the path is clear to the first
feature (or port if it was measured with a touch
probe), and you want to use the default options,
click OK to run the routine.

The system performs every step in the routine,

displaying all the measurements.

If you measured any features manually, the

system stops at each measurement point. You
must locate the edge or feature and press Enter on
the joystick to accept the position and continue the
run.

If the part setup is not correct for the current part, do it before clicking OK.

NOTE: The Speed Factor slider controls the stage speed when you run the current
routine. The first time you run a routine, you may want to run it at a slower speed.

Section 3:  Basics 3-7

Stopping a Measurement Routine

You can stop the routine at anytime by pressing Stop / Start (see note).

The software immediately stops stage movement, stops at the measurement that
was in progress, and displays the following message:

To stop the run, click OK.

To resume the run, click Cancel.

NOTE: After pressing Stop / Start, the system enters Stop Mode. The transports
and zoom lens cannot be moved as long as the system is in Stop Mode. You must
press Stop / Start again to resume normal operation.

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Routine Run Options

Select Part Setup / Run Options to specify certain run settings when you run the
routine.

NOTE: Fixture Repeat and Part Repeat are mutually exclusive. You can select
either option, but not both at the same time.

You can select any of the following options:

l Auto Edge. Activates the

automatic entry of Strong Edge
Finder and Focus points.

l Fixture Repeat. Measures parts

where the fixture may have empty
cavities and uneven offsets.

l Part Repeat. Measures equally

spaced parts in a fixture.

l Display Windows. Displays the

Measurement window and Model
window during the run.

l Stop On Out of Tol. Stops the

routine at the current step if a
feature is out of tolerance. The
system displays a confirmation
prompt so you can stop the routine.

l Done During Run. Stops the

measurement during the run after
the software has processed the minimum number of points for the feature,
regardless of how many points were originally entered. Available for
measurements that use manual targets.

l Missed Edge Override. Displays a warning message and waits for you to
select a valid edge or redo the focus to continue the run when the software
encounters a missed strong edge or a focus fails during the run. For missed
weak edge features or points, the system prompts you to change the run to
Step Edit.

l End On Missed Feature. Ends or starts executing the next part repeat when
a feature is missed during the run. If the missed feature is in the last repeat
loop, the software will execute the features after the last step in the part
repeat, if any. Only appears if Missed Edge Override is selected.

l Adv Focus Fast Scan. Performs a fast scan focus (instead of slow scan) for
all features that were measured with Advanced Focus. This option is not
saved with the routine and it is reset when you create a new routine or open
an existing routine.

l Enable feature prompt messages. Displays all prompts during the run.

Section 3:  Basics 3-9

Run Override Options

Select Part Setup / Run Overrides to specify certain run overrides when you run
the routine.

Click the desired button to display the overrides for that category.

When the system displays the selected override

options, each option has a radio button or a check
box next to it (see the image on the next page).

l If an option has a check box next to it,

select the check box to select that option or
clear the check box to deselect the option.
You can select as many options as you
want.

l If an option has a radio button next to it, you

can select only one of the options in the
group because they are mutually exclusive.
For example, for Statistics Override, you
can only select Programmed Defaults, All
Measured Values, or Nothing.

NOTES:

l The Test Output option does not override any settings for the dimensions or
measurements in the individual steps. Click this button to view the output
without running the routine. The software generates the output using the data
from the creation of the routine or from the last run. This enables you to check
the output to see if it is what you expected.

l This manual only covers the printer override options (next page). Refer to the
MeasureMind 3D Help system for information about the other run overrides.

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Printer Override Options

The options listed here override the printer settings for the dimensions or
measurements in the individual steps. You can select any of these options before
running the routine. The selected values will be output to the selected print
destination.

l Default. Uses the print settings in the

steps.

l None. Sends no dimensions or

measurements to the printer.

l All. Sends all dimensions and

measurements to the printer.

l Toleranced. Sends the dimensions

and measurements that have nominal
values and tolerances to the printer.

l Out of Tolerance. Sends the

dimensions and measurements that
are out of tolerance to the printer.

l Print Run Time. Prints the elapsed

time for the routine run.

l Print to File. Sends the dimensions selected for print to a file instead of the
printer.
o When you select this option, you can type the name of a new or
existing file. The default file type is PRT. If you click Browse, the
software displays the standard Save As dialog box so you can change
the path and/or file name.
o The software overwrites the data if you use the same file each time
you run the routine.
o This override is disabled whenever you select System / Reset, File /
New, or File / Open.

l Scroll Output. Sends the dimensions selected for print to the Scroll Output
window instead of the printer so you can view them on the screen.
o The software overwrites the data if you use the same file each time
you run the routine.
o This override is disabled whenever you select System / Reset, File /
New, or File / Open.

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Automatic & Manual Targets

Edge Analysis Targets 4-2

Using FeatureFinder 4-3

Using Weak Edge Point 4-6

Weak Edge Settings 4-7

Using Strong Edge Finder 4-8

Strong Edge Finder Settings 4-8

Using Edge Trace 4-9

Edge Trace Settings 4-10

Using Basic Focus 4-12

Alignment Targets 4-13

Changing the Target Size 4-13

Changing the Target Color 4-13

Section 4:  Automatic & Manual Targets 4-1

Edge Analysis Targets

Use the edge analysis targets to measure different kinds of edges, ranging from
weak edges (low contrast, ragged) to strong edges (high contrast, smooth). These
tools use self-optimizing edge analysis, which determines the unique characteristics
of each edge and automatically adjusts itself for optimum performance.

The edge analysis is able to sense even the weakest edge and make it stand out
from the background. It also filters out extraneous edges from dust, dirt, burrs, flash,
and other insignificant areas of high contrast so the measurement of the feature of
interest is not influenced by these factors.

Displays this
Icon Description
Target…

FeatureFinder l Used to measure straight or curved

edges

l Automatically measures the selected

geometric shape after you specify the
points

l The feature must be in the field of view

Average Weak Edge l Used to measure any kind of edge,

Point especially low-contrast, ragged edges

l Used to measure edges of features that

Minimum Weak Edge
are larger than the field of the view
Point
l Automatically finds and measures a
Maximum Weak Edge single point on an edge within the user-
Point defined search area

Strong Edge Finder l Used to find a single point on a high-

contrast, smooth edge

l Automatically finds the edge at the point

where you positioned the cursor

Edge Trace l Used to measure many points on a line,

arc, circle, or an irregular contour on
strong edges

l Automatically traces the edge(s) of

features lying in a plane

l Entire feature does not need to be in the

field of view

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Using FeatureFinder

To measure a circle or curved edge:

1. Position the desired feature in the field of view, and adjust the illumination for
sufficient edge contrast.

2. Focus the edge.

3. Click to select FeatureFinder.

4. Click the first point on the edge.

The first point is displayed as either "Arc Start" or "Circle Start". Click the first
point again to toggle between "Arc Start" and "Circle Start".

NOTE: Circle measures closed circles only. Use Arc anytime you do not
have a complete circle within the field of view.

5. Click the second point on the edge to specify the "Middle" point.

6. Click the third and final point on the edge to specify the "End" point.

The software analyzes the edge and displays the search area and the points
it found within the search area.

Arc Start

Middle

End

Circle Start

Middle

End

Section 4:  Automatic & Manual Targets 4-3

 To measure a straight edge:

1. Position the desired feature in the field of view, and adjust the illumination for
sufficient edge contrast.

2. Focus the edge.

3. Click to select FeatureFinder.

4. Position the mouse cursor at the first (start) point on the edge.

5. Hold down the left mouse button and drag the mouse to "stretch the rubber
band" along the edge.

6. Release the mouse button at the second (end) point.

The software analyzes the edge and displays the search area and the points
it found within the search area.

Start

End

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 FeatureFinder Search Area

When you use FeatureFinder to measure an edge, you can control the area that the
software searches as it performs the edge analysis. FeatureFinder displays the
search area after performing the edge analysis.

FeatureFinder only measures within its search area:

l Edge: The physical edge of the part. After the edge analysis, the software
displays the points along the edge.

l Inner boundary: The smaller of the two search area boundaries.

l Outer boundary: The larger of the two search area boundaries.

l Search area: The area within the inner and outer boundaries.

Edge

Inner boundary

Outer boundary

Search area

Resizing the FeatureFinder Search Area

1. Position the mouse cursor over the inner or outer boundary.

2. Hold down the left mouse button and drag the inner or outer boundary in the
desired direction. Release the left mouse button when finished.

3. Click Remeasure in the Target Settings window to remeasure the feature.

NOTE: The inner and outer boundaries move together in opposite directions.

Section 4:  Automatic & Manual Targets 4-5

Using Weak Edge Point

1. Position the desired feature in the field of view, and adjust the illumination for
sufficient edge contrast.

2. Focus the edge.

3. Click the appropriate icon to select the desired Weak Edge Point target.

l Click to select Average Weak Edge Point.

l Click to select Minimum Weak Edge Point.

l Click to select Maximum Weak Edge Point.

4. Position the mouse cursor at the beginning of the search area. Then hold
down the left mouse button and drag the mouse to stretch the rubber band
along (parallel to) the edge. Release the left mouse button at the end of the
search area.

The software analyzes the edge and displays the search area and the point it
found within the search area.

Start

End

Minimum Weak Edge Point Results

Average Weak Edge Point Results

Maximum Weak Edge Point Results

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Weak Edge Settings

When you measure a feature with a weak edge target (FeatureFinder or Weak Edge
Point), the software evaluates the parameters listed below and determines what it
feels to be the best values based on the illumination, the edge that you have
selected, and the size of the search area. You generally do not need to change
any of these settings.

The software evaluates the following parameters during an edge analysis:

l Number of samples: This refers to the number of points the software

evaluates to determine the location of the minimum or maximum weak edge.
o Increasing the number of samples provides a better resolution within
the search area.
o Decreasing the number of samples reduces the cycle time.

l Strength of the edge (contrast threshold): This indicates the contrast level
the software will accept as a real or valid edge. The contrast is high when it is
very dark (black) on one side of the edge and very light (white) on the other
side. The contrast is low when there are different shades of gray on both
sides.
o Move the slider toward Strong if the desired edge shows high contrast.
o Move the slider toward Weak if the desired edge shows low contrast.
o Normally you do not need to change this parameter unless the
contrast of the edge varies significantly from one part to the next.

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Using Strong Edge Finder

Using Strong Edge Finder causes the XY transports to move.

1. Click to select Strong Edge Finder.

2. Position the desired feature in the field of view, inside the Strong Edge Finder
target.

3. Adjust the backlight for sufficient contrast.

4. Focus the edge.

5. Click the desired strong edge.

The system drives the XY transports until the found edge appears at the
intersection of the crosshairs in the center of the Strong Edge Finder target.

Strong Edge Finder Settings

When you measure an edge using Strong Edge Finder, the contrast of the edge
appears in the Target and Image Control window.

The percentage within parentheses indicates the actual contrast of the last edge that
was measured. The contrast percentage may change when measuring other
features.

Use the Contrast slider to change the contrast threshold at which the software will
consider an edge valid. Move the slider to the right to increase the threshold; move it
to the left to decrease the threshold. The percentage value must be lower than the
actual contrast value.

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Using Edge Trace

Using Edge Trace causes the XY transports to move.

1. Position the desired edge in the field of view. The entire edge does not have
to fit in the field of view. However, the entire edge must lie in a plane.

2. Adjust the illumination for sufficient edge contrast.

3. Focus the edge.

4. Click to select Edge Trace.

5. Perform the edge trace by doing one of the following:

l To specify the start point and immediately activate the edge trace,
double-click the start point. The system traces the edge using the
dark-to-light rule until it returns to the start point, reaches the
maximum number of points, or encounters a lack of edge points
condition. The edge does not have to fit entirely in the field of view; the
transports will move automatically if required.

l To specify a start point and an end point, click the start point and then
double-click the end point (or single click the end point and click Trace
in the Edge Trace Settings window) to activate the trace.
o If you want to specify an end point that is not in the field of
view, drive the transports so the desired end point location
appears in the Image window.
o If you want to change the end point, double-click the new end
point location to activate the trace.
o The direction of the measured points is determined by the light
being on the right when going from one point to the next point.

l To specify the start point and indicate the direction of the trace, click
the start point and drag the rubber-band line in the desired direction
before releasing the mouse button.

NOTE: To stop the edge trace before it finishes, press Stop / Start.

Start

End

Section 4:  Automatic & Manual Targets 4-9

Edge Trace Settings

When you select Edge Trace, the software displays the Edge Trace settings in the
Target Settings window.

You can control Edge Trace with the following parameters:

l Spacing box. The spacing value controls the spacing between each point.
The value is displayed in the Spacing box in the current measurement units
(inches or millimeters). The default value is calculated in inches per pixel for
the current magnification. The spacing value can be changed in the following
ways:
o If you change the magnification, the system recalculates the default
value and displays it in the current units.
o When you increase the spacing value, there is more space between
each point and fewer points are used for the edge trace. If the entered
value is too large (for example, larger than the distance from the start
point to the end point), the system may display only the starting point.
o When you decrease the spacing value, there is less space between
each point and more points are used for the edge trace.

l Coarse/Fine slider. This slider controls the smoothing of the data points
during the edge trace measurement.
o When you move the slider toward Coarse, the system smooths the
displayed data points by averaging many of the internal data points.
o When you move the slider toward Fine, the system tracks the surface
detail or variations more closely and includes them in the
measurement.

l Weak/Strong slider. This slider enables you to control the path of the edge
trace itself, depending on whether the edge is weak or strong.
o When you move the slider toward Weak, the system enlarges the
search area. This slows the edge trace.
o When you move the slider toward Strong, the system reduces the
search area. This speeds up the edge trace.

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 l Rough/Smooth slider. This slider is used with both FeatureFinder and Edge
Trace. It controls the removal of invalid points in the calculation of line and
circle measurements. It has no effect when used with other measured
features.
o When you move the slider toward Rough, no points are eliminated.
o When you move the slider toward Smooth, a maximum of 50% of the
points are eliminated.

Section 4:  Automatic & Manual Targets 4-11

Using Basic Focus

Using Basic Focus causes the Z transport to move.

To use Basic Focus to focus an edge or surface automatically and measure

its Z-axis position:

1. Position the desired edge or surface in the field of view.

2. Manually focus the edge or surface.

3. Move the Zoom slider to the far right to zoom to the highest magnification.

4. Set the appropriate light source to approximately 50%.

l Use backlight illumination for an edge or when the surface cannot be

measured

l Use oblique or surface light for a surface.

5. Click to select Basic Focus.

NOTE: See the MeasureMind 3D Help system for information about using
Advanced Focus.

6. Position the desired edge or surface inside the Basic Focus target.

7. If the system is equipped with the optional grid projector and there is not
enough contrast, select the Grid check box in the Target and Image Control
window. Adjust the illumination if necessary.

8. Click anywhere in the Image window to perform an autofocus.

The system focuses the surface or edge, displays a green cross in the center
of the focus target, and produces a audible beep sound (if configured).

NOTE: To resize the Basic Focus target, drag the edge or corner to the desired size
or use the Target Spacing slider in the Target and Image Control window. The
maximum size in each direction is 250 pixels. Make sure the edge or surface that
you want to focus on is inside the Basic Focus target.

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Alignment Targets

The alignment targets are primarily used for aligning features and can be used to
measure features manually. The target is fixed in the center of the Image window so
you can move the part relative to it.

The following table lists the most commonly used alignment targets:

Displays this
Icon Description
Target…

Crosshair Used to align edges to center of the Image window (field

of view)

Box Used to align square or rectangular features to the center

of the Image window (field of view)

Circle Used to align circular features to the center of the Image

window (field of view)

Changing the Target Size

1. Position the mouse cursor on the edge of the target.

2. Hold down the left mouse button.

3. Drag the edge of the target in or out to the desired size.

4. Release the left mouse button.

Changing the Target Color

1. Select the desired target.

2. Click any of the 16 colors displayed in the Target and Image Control window.

NOTE: Select a color that provides the optimum contrast between the part image
and the target.

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 Sectio
Feature Measurements

Measuring a Point 5-2

Measuring a Line 5-4

Measuring a Circle or an Arc 5-5

Measuring a Plane 5-6

NOTES:

l When measuring a feature, you acquire data points from the system.

l Refer to the MeasureMind 3D Help system for information about measuring

other features.

Section 5:  Feature Measurements 5-1

Measuring a Point

A point is a single location with XYZ coordinates.

Measuring a Point with Weak Edge Point

1. Click the appropriate icon to select the desired Weak Edge Point target:

l Click to select Average Weak Edge Point.

l Click to select Minimum Weak Edge Point.

l Click to select Maximum Weak Edge Point

2. Position the mouse cursor at the beginning of the search area.

3. Hold down the left mouse button and drag the

mouse to “stretch the rubber band” along the
edge.

4. Release the left mouse button at the end of

the search area.

The software analyzes the edge and displays

the search area and the point it found within
the search area.

Measurement results appear in the

Measurement window.

5. [Optional] Click Nominal in the

Measurement window, and then enter
nominal values and tolerances.

6. [Optional] Select the desired dimensions to

be output. Then click Print and/or Stats in the
Measurement window to output the selected
dimensions.

7. [Optional] Click Report and/or Export in the

Measurement window, and then select the
desired dimensions for output.

8. Click Done in the Measurement window to

complete the step.

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 Measuring a Point with Strong Edge Finder

1. Click to select Strong Edge Finder.

2. Click and to select the Measure Point function.

3. Click the desired point on the strong (high

contrast) edge.

The system automatically drives the

transports so the point appears at the
intersection of the crosshairs and performs an
edge analysis.

4. Press Enter on the joystick to accept the

point.

Measurement results appear in the

Measurement window.

5. [Optional] Click Nominal in the

Measurement window, and then enter
nominal values and tolerances.

6. [Optional] Select the desired dimensions to

be output. Then click Print and/or Stats in the
Measurement window to output the selected
dimensions.

7. [Optional] Click Report and/or Export in the

Measurement window, and then select the
desired dimensions for output.

8. Click Done in the Measurement window to

complete the step.

Section 5:  Feature Measurements 5-3

Measuring a Line

The Measure Line function reports the orientation, location, and form of a line or
straight edge as calculated from the specified start and end points.

To measure a line with FeatureFinder:

1. Click to select FeatureFinder.

2. Position the mouse cursor at the first (start)

point where you want to start measuring.

3. Hold down the left mouse button and drag the

mouse to “stretch the rubber band” along the
edge.

4. Release the left mouse button at the second

(end) point.

The software analyzes the edge and displays

the search area and the points it found within
the search area.

Measurement results appear in the

Measurement window.

5. [Optional] Click Nominal in the

Measurement window, and then enter
nominal values and tolerances.

6. [Optional] Select the desired dimensions to

be output. Then click Print and/or Stats in the
Measurement window to output the selected
dimensions.

7. [Optional] Click Report and/or Export in the Measurement window, and then
select the desired dimensions for output.

8. Click Done in the Measurement window to complete the step.

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Measuring a Circle or an Arc

The Measure Circle function reports the size, location, orientation and form of a
circle or arc (rounded or curved edge) as calculated from the specified points.

To measure a circle or an arc with FeatureFinder:

1. Click to select FeatureFinder.

2. Click the first point where you want to start measuring. The first point is
displayed as either “Arc Start” or “Circle Start.”

l If “Arc Start” appears and you want to measure a circle, click the first
point again to display “Circle Start.”

l If “Circle Start” appears and you want to measure an arc, click the first
point again to display “Arc Start.”

3. Click the second point.

4. Click the third and final point. We recommend

spacing points 2 and 3 as far apart as
possible.

The software analyzes the edge and displays

the search area and the points it found within
the search area.

Measurement results appear in the

Measurement window.

5. [Optional] Click Nominal in the

Measurement window, and then enter
nominal values and tolerances.

6. [Optional] Select the desired dimensions to

be output. Then click Print and/or Stats in the
Measurement window to output the selected
dimensions.

7. [Optional] Click Report and/or Export in the

Measurement window, and then select the
desired dimensions for output.

8. Click Done in the Measurement window to

complete the step.

Section 5:  Feature Measurements 5-5

Measuring a Plane

You can measure a plane with Basic Focus to ensure the Z coordinate is measured.
The number of points and their distribution may affect the results. For best results,
make sure the measured points are spread as evenly as possible around the plane.

NOTE: Make sure all points lie in the same plane and are not too close to one
another or to edges/features that may be out of the plane.

To measure a plane with Basic Focus:

1. Click to select Basic Focus.

2. Click and to select the Measure

Plane function.

3. Set the surface light to approximately 50%.

4. Using the joystick or mouse, drive the

transports to position the first focus point (on
the surface of the part) in the Image window.

5. Zoom to the highest magnification and adjust

the illumination if necessary.

6. Manually focus the surface.

7. Click anywhere in the Image window to

perform an autofocus on the surface of the
part.

8. Drive the transports to position the second

focus point in the Image window.

9. Click anywhere in the Image window to

perform another autofocus on the surface of
the part.

10. Repeat Steps 8 and 9 to record a third focus point.

Measurement results appear in the Measurement window after you enter the
minimum number of required points (three).

11. [Optional] Click Nominal in the Measurement window, and then enter
nominal values and tolerances.

12. [Optional] Select the desired dimensions to be output. Then click Print and/or
Stats in the Measurement window to output the selected dimensions.

13. [Optional] Click Report and/or Export in the Measurement window, and then
select the desired dimensions for output.

14. Click Done in the Measurement window to complete the step.

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 Sectio
Feature Constructions

Constructing a Line 6-2

Constructing a Circle 6-3

Constructing a Width 6-4

Constructing an Intersection 6-6

Constructing a Distance 6-8

NOTE:

l Use the Construct functions to connect and/or compare measured points or

features to determine dimensional or angular relationships. When using a
Construct function, you build a new feature from previously measured or
constructed features. The software uses the calculated locations of the
previously measured or constructed features as data points.

l Refer to the MeasureMind 3D Help system for information about other, less
common feature constructions.

Section 6:  Feature Constructions 6-1

Constructing a Line

The Construct Line function reports the orientation, location, and form of a line, as
calculated from the selected features.

To construct a line:

1. Click and to select the Construct

Line function.

2. Select the first feature you want to use in the

construction by clicking it in the Model
window.

3. Repeat Step 2 to select the second feature

you want to use in the construction.

After selecting at least two features,

construction results appear in the
Measurement window.

4. [Optional] Select the Composite check box

to construct a composite line (refer to the
Composite Features topic in the
MeasureMind 3D Help system for more
information).

5. [Optional] Click Nominal in the

Measurement window, and then enter
nominal values and tolerances.

6. [Optional] Select the desired dimensions to

be output. Then click Print and/or Stats in the
Measurement window to output the selected
dimensions.

7. [Optional] Click Report and/or Export in the Measurement window, and then
select the desired dimensions for output.

8. Click Done in the Measurement window to complete the step.

Example: Center-to-center line construction

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Constructing a Circle

The Construct Circle function reports the size, location, orientation, and form of a
circle, as calculated from the selected features.

To construct a circle:

1. Click and to select the Construct

Circle function.

2. Select the first feature (typically an arc

segment of a circle too large to fit in the field
of view or a bolt circle) you want to use in the
construction by clicking it in the Model
window.

3. Repeat Step 2 to select the second and third

features you want to use in the construction.

After selecting at least three features,

construction results appear in the
Measurement window.

4. [Optional] Select the Composite check box

to construct a composite line (refer to the
Composite Features topic in the
MeasureMind 3D Help system for more
information).

5. [Optional] Click Nominal in the

Measurement window, and then enter
nominal values and tolerances.

6. [Optional] Select the desired dimensions to

be output. Then click Print and/or Stats in the Measurement window to
output the selected dimensions.

7. [Optional] Click Report and/or Export in the Measurement window, and then
select the desired dimensions for output.

8. Click Done in the Measurement window to complete the step.

Example: Bolt circle construction

Section 6:  Feature Constructions 6-3

Constructing a Width

The Construct Width function reports the size, location and orientation of a width.

You can construct a width between the following:

l Two points

l A point and a line — the width is calculated as the perpendicular distance

from the point to the line

l A point and a circle

l Two lines — the width is calculated as a perpendicular distance between two

best-fit lines

l A line and a circle — the width is calculated as the perpendicular distance

from the center of the circle to the line

l Two circles

l Two planes

l A plane and a point, line, or circle

NOTE: Cylinders and cones are treated as lines and spheres are treated as circles.

Example: Width Between Two Circles

The following example shows how the width between two circles is determined and
displayed.

Width between the center points of the two circles

Minimum width between the two closest points (width minus the radii of both
circles)
Maximum width between the two farthest points (width plus the radii of both circles)

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 To construct a width:

1. Click and to select the Construct

Width function.

2. Select the first feature you want to use in the

construction by clicking it in the Model
window.

3. Repeat Step 2 to select the second feature

you want to use in the construction.

After selecting two features, construction

results appear in the Measurement window.

4. [Optional] Click Nominal in the

Measurement window, and then enter
nominal values and tolerances.

5. [Optional] Select the desired dimensions to

be output. Then click Print and/or Stats in the
Measurement window to output the selected
dimensions.

6. [Optional] Click Report and/or Export in the

Measurement window, and then select the
desired dimensions for output.

7. Click Done in the Measurement window to

complete the step.

The Model window displays the constructed width as a cross. The system
redraws the model only if required to display all the features.

Section 6:  Feature Constructions 6-5

Constructing an Intersection

The Construct Intersection function reports the orientation and location of a point
where two features meet.

The image below shows three kinds of intersections that you can construct.

Intersection between two lines (reports the angle between the two lines)

Intersection between a line and a circle (reports one or two points)

Intersection between two circles (reports one or two points)

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 To construct an intersection:

1. Click and to select the Construct

Intersection function.

2. Select the first feature you want to use in the

construction by clicking it in the Model
window.

3. Repeat Step 2 to select the second feature

you want to use in the construction.

l If there is only one intersection, the

construction results appear in the
Measurement window after you select
the second feature.

l If there are two intersections (for

example, between a line and a circle),
the system drives the stage to the first
intersection and it appears as a small
triangle in the Model window. To
display the other intersection, click the
1 of 2 button.

4. [Optional] Click Nominal in the

Measurement window, and then enter
nominal values and tolerances.

5. [Optional] Select the desired dimensions to be output. Then click Print and/or
Stats in the Measurement window to output the selected dimensions.

6. [Optional] Click Report and/or Export in the Measurement window, and then
select the desired dimensions for output.

7. Click Done in the Measurement window to complete the step.

The Model window displays the constructed intersection as a cross.

NOTES:

l When there are two intersection points, be sure to specify the nominal values
for the XYZ coordinates of the intersection and the reference features to
consistently get the expected location when you run the routine.

l The 1 of 2 button is only active if the target features are 2D, the target
features have been measured in the same datum frame, and the Plane button
has not been set to XYZ.

Section 6:  Feature Constructions 6-7

Constructing a Distance

The Construct Distance function reports the distance and angular separation
between two features.

To construct a distance:

1. Click and to select the Construct

Distance function.

2. Select the first feature you want to use in the

construction by clicking it in the Model
window.

3. Repeat Step 2 to select the second feature

you want to use in the construction.

After selecting two features, construction

results appear in the Measurement window.

4. [Optional] Click Nominal in the

Measurement window, and then enter
nominal values and tolerances.

5. [Optional] Select the desired dimensions to

be output. Then click Print and/or Stats in the
Measurement window to output the selected
dimensions.

6. [Optional] Click Report and/or Export in the

Measurement window, and then select the
desired dimensions for output.

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 7. Click Done in the Measurement window to complete the step.

The constructed distance is not displayed in the Model window.

X distance Angle

Y distance Straight line distance

Example: Three Sample Distance Measurements

In the following examples, the straight-line distance is calculated between the

midpoints of lines and the centers of circles.

Distance between two parallel lines with different lengths

Distance between two parallel lines with different locations

Distance between the centers of two circles

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Part Programming

Creating a Measurement Routine 7-2

Saving a Routine 7-2

Entering Nominal Values and Tolerances 7-3

Measurement Tips 7-5

About Datums 7-7

About Measurement Results 7-13

Editing a Measurement Routine 7-17

Section 7:  Part Programming 7-1

Creating a Measurement Routine

When you measure features and click Done to complete a measurement step you
are automatically creating a routine.

Before you create a routine:

1. Start up the system.

2. Mount the part directly on the stage glass or in a fixture.

3. [Video only] Display the part image in the Image window so it is clear and in
focus.

4. Select the desired units and coordinates (be sure to choose the appropriate
measurement resolution).

5. Set up the part (see page 3-2).

To create a measurement routine:

1. Measure the datum features and define the datum plane, XY datum origin,
and datum axis (described on page 7-7).

2. Measure and/or construct the desired features (see page 5-1 and page 6-1).

3. Enter nominal values and tolerances (see page 7-3).

4. Save the routine often.

5. Periodically run the routine to check your work and verify the measurement
results (see page 3-7).

Saving a Routine

1. Click or select File / Save.

2. In the standard Windows Save As dialog box, type a unique name for the
routine. You can also change the folder if you want.

3. Click Save.

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Entering Nominal Values and Tolerances

Enter nominal values and tolerances to determine variations in the quality of parts.
Although you can enter them either before or after you measure a feature, we
recommend that you measure the feature first and then enter the nominal values and
tolerances.

Tolerances are carried forward to the next measurement of the same kind of feature;
unless the tolerance values change, you do not need to enter them again.

To enter nominal values and tolerances:

1. Click the Nominal button in a measurement step.

2. Click the ANSI / ISO button to select the desired tolerance standard. Refer
to the Tolerance Standards topic in the MeasureMind 3D Help system for
more information.

3. Enter the desired nominal values and tolerances.

4. [Optional] To include a comment for the current feature, type the desired text
in the Report Text box. The text appears in the printed report when you print
the measurement results. Refer to the Report Text and Feature Prompts
topic in the MeasureMind 3D Help system for more information.

5. [Optional] To display a prompt for the current feature, type the desired text in
the Feature Prompt box. The prompt appears when the software encounters
the feature during a run. The routine will pause and you will need to clear the
prompt to continue the routine. Refer to the Report Text and Feature Prompts
topic in the MeasureMind 3D Help system for more information.

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 6. [Optional] If you want to send raw measurements (XYZ coordinates instead
of calculated geometry values), select the Data Stream check box. Refer to
the Data Stream Output topic in the MeasureMind 3D Help system for more
information.

7. [Optional] Click Search to enable the search function, which you can use to
measure features that have a direct location correlation with other features.
Refer to the Search Function topic in the MeasureMind 3D Help system for
more information.

8. Click OK to close the dialog box.

If you specify a tolerance, the software calculates the deviation between the
measured and nominal values and displays the deviation (pass/fail indicator)
in the Measurement window.

l Green: in tolerance

l Yellow: in tolerance, but using 75% or more of the tolerance band

l Red: out of tolerance

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Measurement Tips

Consider the following tips to create an efficient measurement routine that runs
faster and produces more accurate and repeatable results.

Tips for Faster Measurements and Routine Runs

l Plan the order in which the features from the blueprint are measured and
minimize stage movements between feature measurements.

l If you are using Strong Edge Finder, reduce the number of points to be
measured for a given feature.

l Disable the Display Windows option in Part Setup / Run Options and
disable the audio pass signals in System / Configuration > Sound to run
the routine faster.

l Avoid unnecessary magnification changes within a routine. Since the system

recalibrates the magnification each time you change the magnification,
change the magnification only when necessary.

l Whenever possible, do all the measurements with one sensor first before
switching to another sensor. For example, avoid interchanging optical and
touch probe measurements multiple times. This decreases the length of time
to create and run the routine, which enables the routine to run faster.

l Before measuring features with a probe, decide which probing strategy you
want to use. For example, the AutoPoints Points mode requires user-defined
safe points, whereas safe points are defined automatically with the
AutoPoints Vector Points or AutoPath modes.

l For probe measurements, use the AutoPoints Vector Points or AutoPath

mode to normalize the probing vector to the nominal feature. If this is not
possible, you can open the list of nominal measurement locations using the
F4 key and edit the probe positions in that list.

NOTE: Changing nominal measurement locations, in the list opened using the F4
key, may cause the measurement to fail or produce other unintended outcomes.

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 Tips for More Accurate and Repeatable Measurements

l Always measure and set datums within the routine; do not rely on the manual
setup. Be sure to set the Z datum using a video or laser focus point.

l To ensure maximum repeatability when doing Z-axis measurements with

video focus points, make sure all autofocus measurements in the routine use:
o The same magnification (highest magnification using Max Contrast is
recommended).
o The same light source. This should be the light source that provides
the highest contrast. For example, use surface illumination and do an
autofocus on a surface.
o The same light level.

l Edges and surfaces are located more accurately and repeatably at higher
magnification settings because depth of field decreases as magnification
increases.

l Reset the Z axis to zero in a datum step (reestablish the Z datum) after you
change the magnification and/or light source, if you plan to do Z-axis
measurements.

l Coaxial (auxiliary) illumination and high magnification are recommended for:

o Critical Z-axis measurements
o Thick parts
o Cylindrical parts

l The image may appear distorted or fuzzy (wall effect) when measuring thick,
highly polished parts using profile illumination (backlight). We recommend
fixturing the part above the stage glass to minimize wall effect.

l When using FeatureFinder, be precise in placing the selection points on the

edge.

l When measuring difficult weak edges, use the weak edge weighting factors
in the Target Settings window to fine-tune which points should be included in
a measurement.

l Pay attention to the light level for each measurement. Light below 45% or
above 70% can reduce accuracy and repeatability.

l Make sure the parts to be measured are clean.

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About Datums

A datum is a feature whose location is considered exact for the purpose of

determining relationships to other features. Defining the datum typically aids with
measuring features according to blueprint specifications.

It is strongly recommended that you do both the part setup and define a datum when
you begin to create a routine. All routines should have the datum features and
the datum steps at the beginning of the routine, regardless of how you set up
the part.

Datums are constructed within a routine from previously measured or previously

constructed features. These features must be measured or constructed before
defining the datum. For example, if you want to include the part setup features in the
routine, you need to measure the features first and then use the datum functions to
define the datum origin and datum axis.

This section describes how to use features on the 3D training part to define a datum
plane, XY datum origin, and datum axis.

l Measure a plane on the top surface of the part, and then align the plane and
set the Z axis to zero.

l Measure or construct a feature and then define the XY datum origin (0,0).

l Measure or construct a feature and then define the datum alignment point.

Use the top surface to define the datum plane and zero the Z axis

Use the lower-left corner to define the XY datum origin

Use the bottom edge near the lower-right corner to define the datum axis

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 Defining a Datum Plane

In this procedure, you will measure a plane on the top surface of the 3D training part
and then use the measured plane to define a datum plane.

To define a datum plane:

1. Using the joystick or mouse, drive the X and Y transports so the top surface
of the 3D training part appears in the Image window.

2. Set the surface light to approximately 50%.

3. Zoom to the highest magnification and adjust the illumination if necessary.

4. Manually focus the top surface of the 3D training part.

5. Click to select Basic Focus.

6. Click and to select the Measure Plane function.

7. Verify the desired surface is inside the Basic Focus target.

8. Click anywhere in the Image window to perform an autofocus.

9. Press Enter on the joystick to accept the first focus point.

10. Using the joystick or mouse, drive the X and Y transports (do not move in Z)
so the second focus point appears in the Image window.

Focus Point #1

Focus Point #2

Focus Point #3

11. Repeat Steps 7 through 9 to enter the second focus point.

12. Repeat Steps 10 and 11 to enter a third focus point.

13. [Optional] Repeat Steps 10 and 11 to enter a fourth focus point.

14. Click Done in the Measurement window to complete the step.

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 15. Click and to select the Construct Datum Plane function.

16. Select the Align XY Plane check box in the

Measurement window.

17. Select the Set Z Axis check box in the

Measurement window.

18. Select the plane you just measured by

clicking it in the Model window.

19. Click Done in the Measurement window to

complete the step.

This sets the datum plane on the top surface

of the part.

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 Defining an XY Datum Origin

In this procedure, you will measure two edges at the lower-left corner of the 3D
training part, construct the intersection between the edges, and then use the
intersection to define an XY datum origin.

To define an XY datum origin:

1. [Classic User Interface Only] Click to display the Image window.

2. Using the Zoom slider, zoom to the lowest magnification.

3. Using the joystick or mouse, drive the X and Y transports to position the
lower-left corner of the 3D training part in the Image window.

4. Set the surface light to 0%, and then set the backlight to approximately 50%.

5. Manually focus the lower-left corner and adjust the illumination if necessary.

6. Click to select FeatureFinder.

7. Using FeatureFinder, measure the lower-left edge.

8. Click Again in the Measurement window to complete the step.

9. Using FeatureFinder, measure the bottom-left edge.

10. Click Done in the Measurement window to complete the step.

11. Click and to select the Construct Intersection function.

12. Click the measured lower-left and bottom-left edges in the Model window.

13. Click Done in the Measurement window to complete the step.

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 14. Click to select the Construct Datum Origin function.

15. Select the intersection you just constructed

by clicking it in the Model window.

16. Select the Zero X Axis and Zero Y Axis

check boxes in the Measurement window.

17. Click Done in the Measurement window to

complete the step.

This sets the datum origin (0,0) at the

intersection of the lower-left and bottom-left
edges.

Section 7:  Part Programming 7-11

 Defining a Datum Axis

In this procedure, you will measure a point along the bottom edge near the lower-right
corner of the 3D training part, and then use that point to define the datum axis.

To define a datum axis:

1. [Classic User Interface Only] Click to display the Image window.

2. Using the joystick or mouse, drive the X and Y transports to position the
lower-right corner of the 3D training part in the Image window.

3. If necessary, manually focus the lower-right corner and adjust the

illumination.

4. Click to select Average Weak Edge Point.

5. Measure a point on the bottom edge of the 3D training part, near the lower-
right corner.

6. Click Done in the Measurement window to complete the step.

7. Click and to select the Construct

Datum Axis function.

8. Select the point you just measured by

clicking it in the Model window.

9. Select the Align X axis radio button in the

Measurement window.

10. Click Done in the Measurement window to

complete the step.

This rotates the coordinate system and aligns it to

the part. The X-axis now passes through the location
of the selected feature.

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About Measurement Results

Measurement results provide a way for you to evaluate the measurements and make
the necessary decisions about the part being measured. After you measure or
construct a feature, results appear in the Measurement window. The results include
the number of points measured (or features selected), the actual dimensions, and
the geometric tolerances. The default setting is to display the measurements and not
output the measurement/construction results.

Understanding Measurement Results in a Step

Click Points to delete a point (or all the points if the feature was measured with
FeatureFinder)
Select the desired check boxes to select measurements for Print and/or Stats output

Click Quit to cancel the current the measurement

Click Report to select dimensions for report output

Click Print to send the selected measurements (checked above) to the print queue

Click Done to accept the measurement results and save the step

Click this button to change the dimension (for example, radius)

Section 7:  Part Programming 7-13

 Pass/fail indicator (if feature is toleranced)
l Green = in tolerance
l Yellow = in tolerance, but using 75% or more of the tolerance band
l Red = out of tolerance
Click Nominal to enter nominal values and tolerances

Click Export to select dimensions for data export

Click Stats to save the selected measurements (checked above) in a statistics file
or export them to a data collector
Click Again to measure the same type of feature again (this saves the current
measurement and clears the displayed values)
Click Global Edit (appears in place of the Again button when editing a step) to
change the selected parameters in a specific step and then apply the changes to
multiple steps

Measurement Output Options and Destinations

Measurement/construction results appear in the Measurement window after the

minimum number of points has been specified.

The results can be output in the following ways after you select the desired
measurement(s) and click the appropriate measurement output button:

l Printed on the data printer by using the Printer icon in creation mode, when
you run the routine, or both (depending on the Printer Override options)

l Displayed in the Scroll Output window when you run the routine if the Scroll
Output check box is selected in the Print Override Options

l Sent to a statistics file when the step is created and when you run the routine
(depending on the Statistics Override options)

l Sent to a print file instead of the printer when you run the routine if the Print to
File check box is selected in the Print Override options

l Sent to a file for SmartReport Print Output or to a file for SmartReport Data
Export

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 Outputting Measurement Results

1. Access the Measurement window for the desired step.

2. Select the check box next to the dimension

you want to output.

3. Click Print and/or Stats.

An asterisk appears on the button.

l When you click Print, the software

adds the selected measurement
results to the print queue.

l The first time you click Stats, the

software displays a dialog box so you
can specify the desired statistics file
(the default statistics file type is
.TXT).

When you click Stats again, the

software immediately sends the
selected measurement result(s) to the
specified statistics file.

l If you click in the DRO window

while creating a routine, the software
immediately prints all the data
currently in the print queue and then
clears the queue.

4. Click Done in the Measurement window to save the step.

The software outputs the selected measurement results to the selected

destination(s) when you run the routine.

Section 7:  Part Programming 7-15

 Understanding Measurement Results Sent to a Printer

All measurement results sent to a printer or print file are output in a report format.
This includes the name of the routine, run number, and date and time at the
beginning of the report along with page numbers at the top of every page. If you
entered a report heading (see Report Heading in the MeasureMind 3D Help system),
it also appears at the beginning of the report.

For each step, the report lists the step number, any comment (report text) that you
entered, and the units, nominal values, tolerances, and deviations of each feature in
the step.

The Exceeded column uses + and - signs to indicate where the actual value falls in
relation to the nominal and the upper and lower tolerances. A number in the column
indicates that the actual value has exceeded the tolerance. The number represents
the deviation from the nominal, minus the associated tolerance. The number is
calculated as follows:

l Actual Value - Nominal = Deviation

l Deviation - Associated Tolerance = Number in the Exceeded Column

Sign Meaning

(blank) A deviation is not calculated because tolerances are not specified.

The deviation is between the nominal (0) and 25% of the upper
+
tolerance.

++ The deviation is between 26% and 50% of the upper tolerance.

+++ The deviation is between 51% and 75% of the upper tolerance.

++++ The deviation is between 76% and 100% of the upper tolerance.

- The deviation is between the nominal (0) and 25% of the lower tolerance.

-- The deviation is between 26% and 50% of the lower tolerance.

--- The deviation is between 51% and 75% of the lower tolerance.

---- The deviation is between 76% and 100% of the lower tolerance.

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Editing a Measurement Routine

This section describes how to do the following:

l Delete the last step in the routine

l Insert a step

l Delete a step

l Change a step (using the Edit Step function or the Advanced Part Routine
Editor)

l Copy a step

NOTE: You can also edit a routine by using the Global Editor tool. This tool enables
you to change selected parameters in a specific step, and then apply the changes to
multiple steps at one time. Refer to the Global Editor topic in the MeasureMind 3D
Help system for more information.

Deleting the Last Step (Undo)

1. Click in the Tool Box.

2. In the displayed confirmation prompt, click Yes to delete the last completed
step in the routine.

NOTE: You can use this function more than once. For example, to delete the last
three steps in the routine, use this function three times in a row.

Section 7:  Part Programming 7-17

 Inserting a Step

You can insert a step anywhere in the routine. The software increments (increases
by one) all the step numbers that follow.

To insert a step:

1. Click in the Tool Box.

2. Specify the step number of the feature you want to

come after the new step in either of the following
ways:

l If you know the step number, type it in the

Step Number box.

l If you do not know the step number, click a

feature in the Model window to display the
step number for that feature. Continue doing
this until you find the feature you want.

3. Click OK.

4. Measure or construct a feature.

After you click Done in the Measurement window

to complete the step, the software adds the new
step to the routine and renumbers all the steps that
follow the inserted step.

NOTES:

l To quit the insert mode, click Cancel.

l If you want to continue the insert mode and insert another feature, click Again
instead of Done to complete the step. This displays the same type of
measurement that was just done. Then measure or construct the next
feature. You can continue to insert the same type of feature until you click
Done.

l Clicking Quit in the Measurement window only cancels the measurement

step; insert mode remains active.

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 Deleting a Step

You can delete one or more steps anywhere in the routine. The software decrements
(reduces by one) the step numbers that follow.

To delete a step:

1. Click in the Tool Box.

2. Specify the beginning step number by doing one of

the following:

l Type the desired step number(s) in the Step

Number box. If you want to include more
than one step, use commas between each
number.

l Click the desired feature in the Model

window. The step number for that feature
appears in the Step Number box. If you
continue to click other features, the
software automatically adds a comma
between each step number.

l If you want to specify a range of steps, you

must use a hyphen, regardless of whether
you click features in the Model window or
type the step numbers.

3. Click OK.

4. In the displayed confirmation prompt, click Yes to

delete the selected feature(s).

Be careful when deleting a step that is part of a constructed feature. If the deleted
measurement is a component of a constructed feature, and the constructed
feature becomes invalid, it will also be removed from the routine without warning.

Be careful when deleting a step that contains a datum because this could
invalidate other measurements.

Section 7:  Part Programming 7-19

 Changing a Step

You can change a step in many different ways. For example, you can:

l Add, change, or remove points or features that were used to measure or

construct a feature

l Remeasure or change the feature using different targets, units, magnification,

or light settings

l Add, change, or remove nominal values and tolerances for a feature

l Change the output options and destinations in the Measurement window

Using the Edit Step Mode Function to Change a Step

1. Select the feature you want to edit by doing one of the following:

l Click the desired feature in the Model

window.

l Click and specify the step number by

typing it in the Step Number box or by
clicking the desired feature in the Model
window. Then click OK. (To quit the Edit
Step Mode, click Cancel.)

The system does one of the following:

l If the feature was measured optically, the

system:
o Displays the measurement results in
the Measurement window and the
video image in the Image window.
o Adjusts the magnification and
illumination to the settings used to
measure the feature.
o May display a prompt to move the
stage. If you respond Yes, the
system drives the transports to the
location where the feature was
measured.

l If the feature was constructed or measured with a probe, the system

displays measurement results in the Measurement window and does
not move the transports.

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 2. Edit the feature just as if you were creating the step.

3. Click Done in the Measurement window to save the step.

NOTES:

l The system does not drive the transports if the measured feature is a plane,
sphere, cylinder, or cone.

l The system does not drive the transports if a probe is attached and disabled.

If you are editing the points of a step, we recommend you enable the correct
sensor that was used to create the feature in the step being edited. This prevents
unexpected stage motion that may cause the optics or touch probe to crash into
the part. For example, if the feature was measured with a touch probe, you must
make sure the touch probe is enabled.

If you change a step that was measured with a rotary indexer, make sure the part
is rotated to the same position where the feature was measured during the creation
of the routine.

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 Using the Advanced Part Routine Editor to Change a Step

Use the Advanced Part Routine Editor (Print/Edit window) to edit a step directly in
the Print/Edit window instead of using the Edit Step Mode function to make changes
in the Measurement window.

To use the Advanced Part Routine Editor:

1. Select File / Print/Edit to display the Print/Edit window.

2. Click in the Print/Edit window toolbar.

3. Set the format of the listing to Standard or Expanded .

4. Click the desired step in the Advanced Part Routine Editor.

5. Make the desired changes.

6. When finished, click OK to close the Print/Edit window.

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 NOTES:

l Editable fields for measured and constructed features vary depending on the
feature type. Refer to the Advanced Part Routine Editor (Print/Edit) topic in
the MeasureMind 3D Help system for more information.

l There is no undo function when using the Advanced Part Routine Editor. All
changes are saved when you close the editor. To cancel changes made in the
editor, you must close the part routine and click OK in response to the prompt
that any unsaved changes will be lost. Use caution when doing this,
however, as any other changes to the part routine will be lost as well.

Section 7:  Part Programming 7-23

 Copying a Step

If a part has many features with the same characteristics (geometry, size, tolerance,
output, etc.), you can use the Copy function to add the features to your routine
quickly. You can copy one or more steps at a time.

To copy a step:

1. Click in the Tool Box.

2. Specify the beginning step number by doing one of

the following:

l Type the desired step number in the Step

Number box.

l Click the desired feature in the Model

window.

3. Repeat Step 2 to specify the ending step number in

the To box.

4. Use the Number Of Times box to specify the

number of times you want to copy the selected
feature(s).

5. Enter an offset (XYZ or RAZ coordinates). If you do

not specify an offset, zeros are assumed. Offsets
are added to the nominal coordinates of each
copied step. All offsets are relative to the current
datum setup.

6. If you are using a SmartRing light and polar

coordinates are selected, select the Rotate SRL
check box to rotate the ring light sector(s) along with the copied feature.

7. Click OK.

8. In the displayed prompt, click Yes to copy the selected feature(s).

The copied feature(s) appear in the Model window.

NOTE: The copied features are not measured at the completion of the copy
operation. This will happen when you run the routine.

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 Reference Information

Software Security A-2

Software Security Dongle A-2

License File A-3

Troubleshooting Software Security A-3

Reference Information A-1

Software Security

Your license to operate the MeasureMind 3D MultiSensor software requires both a

software security dongle and associated license file. The software will only work if
these two security components are in place.

NOTES:

l Refer to Troubleshooting Software Security if you have trouble accessing

protected software.

l To ensure the software has full access to the required license file, do not
deny read or write permission to the C:\Program Files\QVI\QVI License
Manager\License Files folder or any files in this folder.

l With the purchase of your QVI system you receive a limited license to the
measurement software. Measurement software licenses must be periodically
renewed. Renewal is free, and the process is simple. Visit
www.qvii.com/renew or contact the QVI channel partner or the QVI
division that provided your QVI product to renew the license prior to
expiration. Be sure to renew by the renewal date to avoid downtime.

l Do not change the date or time on the system controller to an earlier date or
time. If you must change the time, close the software first. Then wait the
same length of time that you adjusted the clock before restarting the
software. If you start the software before the appropriate length of time has
elapsed, you may be unable to use the software and you may need a new
license file. For users in the GMT +6 or greater time zones, we recommend
changing the time zone instead of the time. Contact the QVI channel partner
or the QVI division that provided your QVI system for more information.

Software Security Dongle

The software security dongle is a hardware device that prevents unauthorized use of
the software and its options. The dongle is attached to the machine and it is
programmed at the factory to enable customer-specific applications and software
options that you are authorized to use. It is shipped with the manufactured system or
with separately purchased software updates and options.

The dongle must be securely plugged into an addressable USB port on the system
controller, and its accompanying license file must be in a specific folder.

NOTE: The dongle will enable only the associated maintenance and minor releases.
This means that a minor release (for example, version 1.1) will run with the dongle
issued for its major release (for example, version 1).

A-2 Reference Information

License File

Each software security dongle has a corresponding license file. The license file
contains information about the options enabled on your system, and it can only be
used with the dongle that has been programmed specifically for your system.

A new license file (not dongle) is required for each major release of the applications
and options that it is supplied for (for example, version 1).

Troubleshooting Software Security

If you have trouble accessing software that is protected by the software security
dongle and license file, the system displays the messages listed below.

l If you attempt to initialize protected software that is not enabled by the

connected dongle, the following message appears:

The application you are trying to access is not enabled for use, contact QVI
customer service.

l If you attempt to initialize protected software when the dongle is

disconnected, the following message appears:

The application you are trying to access requires the presence of a security
dongle that cannot be found. Make sure the dongle supplied with the software
is securely seated in an addressable USB port and try again.

l If you attempt to initialize protected software when the license file is absent,
the following message appears:

The application you are trying to access requires the presence of a license file
that cannot be found. Make sure the license file supplied with the software is
installed on the system controller and try again.

l If the dongle is disconnected while the application is running, the application

will pause and display the following message:

Please put the QVI dongle in the USB port.

Certain applications and options may continue to operate even if the security dongle
is disconnected. In these cases, you are allowed to save any open part routines.
However, the File / New and File / Open functions are disabled and you will receive
an error message if you attempt to use either of these functions. To continue normal
operation, reinsert or reseat the dongle and click Retry.

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Such items will be returned to the customer if requested.

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The software described in this manual is based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group.

This software product is © 2015 Quality Vision International, Inc.

© 2015 Quality Vision International, Inc. All rights reserved. Original instructions.

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