3D Scanning with the CR-Scan Otter

Detailed Instruction

Step 1: Preparing for Scanning

  1. Ask a consultant to log in to the computer for you.
  2. Place your object on the rotating plate next to the scanner.
  3. Open the Creality application from the desktop.
  4. Click Project to start scanning.
  5. Enter a Project Name and choose the folder path where your scan will be saved.
3d scan instructions in Creality application

Step 2: Configuring Scan Settings

  1. Keep default scanning settings unless adjustments are required.
  2. Select Small Size for best results.
  3. Hover over the 'i' icon next to each setting for more details.
  4. See the Creality Wiki for detailed explanations:
3d scan instructions in Creality application

Step 3: Starting the Scan

  1. Choose one of two scanning methods: Either fix the camera to the stand or held the camera and rotate it. Try both to determine which works better.
  2. Follow software guidance to adjust scanning distance (Green = optimal, Blue = too far).Guidance to adjust distance to object
  3. Adjust exposure time: Use Auto-Exposure for large targets, manually adjust for small objects until green.Adjusting exposure time options
  4. Enable RGB camera flash if the environment is dark.Instructions to enable RGB camera flash
  5. After adjustments, press Play in the software or the middle button on the scanner to start scanning.
  6. Keep the scanner at optimal distance and rotate the turntable manually if needed.
  7. Adjust the scanner angle to capture the top area.Demostration to angle and capture the top area of object
  8. Flip the object to scan its sides or underside.Demonstration to flip object to scan underside
  9. Complete scanning by pressing the Red Stop button and confirm with Yes and the project will be optimized (point cloud optimization).Instructions to complete scanning by pressing the red button and pressing Yes to confirm

Step 4: Merging Multiple Scans(Multi-Project)

  1. After the first scan and point cloud optimization, start a new scan by selecting 'New Project.'
  2. Reposition the object for additional coverage.
  3. Ensure there is enough overlap between scans.
  4. Use Multi-Project Merging to combine scans: choose Automatic Merge or Manual Merge for better accuracy.Combining scans by using Multi-Project Merging

Step 5: Editing the Scan

  1. Removing Unnecessary Details: Use the Selection Tool to select and delete unwanted parts.Use the Selection Tool to remove unnecessary details
  2. Adjust resolution after scanning.Adjusting resolution
  3. Adjust Mesh Settings: Increase the number of faces for better mesh details.Getting better mesh details by increasing number of faces