Leica BLK ARC User Manual Version 1.
Introduction Purchase Congratulations on the purchase of the Leica BLK ARC. This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for setting up the product and operating it. Refer to 1 Safety Directions for further information. Read carefully through the User Manual before you turn on the product. The content of this document is subject to change without prior notice. Ensure that the product is used in accordance with the latest version of this document.
Refer to the following resources for all BLK ARC documentation/software: the Leica USB documentation card • https://myworld.leica-geosystems.
Table of Contents 1 Safety Directions 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 2 3 General Introduction Definition of Use Limits of Use Responsibilities Hazards of Use Laser Classification 1.6.1 General 1.6.2 Scanning Laser Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) 5 5 6 6 7 7 11 11 12 13 Description of the System 16 2.1 2.2 2.3 16 17 18 System Components Container Contents Instrument Components User Interface 19 3.1 19 Instrument Status 4 Power Supply 21 5 Operation 22 5.1 5.2 5.
1 Safety Directions 1.1 General Introduction Description The following directions enable the person responsible for the product and the person who actually uses the equipment to anticipate and avoid operational hazards. The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users understand these directions and adhere to them. About warning messages Warning messages are an essential part of the safety concept of the instrument. They appear wherever hazards or hazardous situations can occur.
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Environment Suitable for use in dry environments only and not under adverse conditions. 1.4 Responsibilities Manufacturer of the product Leica Geosystems AG, CH-9435 Heerbrugg, hereinafter referred to as Leica Geosystems, is responsible for supplying the product, including the user manual and original accessories, in a safe condition.
NOTICE Dropping, misusing, modifying, storing the product for long periods or transporting the product Watch out for erroneous measurement results. Precautions: ▶ Periodically carry out test measurements, particularly after the product has been subjected to abnormal use and before and after important measurements. NOTICE Remote control of product With the remote control of products, it is possible that extraneous targets will be picked out and measured.
CAUTION Dropping the product When being dropped, the product can cause personal injury and/or mechanical damage. Precautions: ▶ Secure the product when operating it. WARNING Improper disposal If the product is improperly disposed of, the following can happen: If polymer parts are burnt, poisonous gases are produced which may • impair health.
CAUTION Wet Environment The BLK ARC is not waterproof. Every damage caused by rain or other liquids void the warranty. Extended exposure of the system on wet environment causes damage on every electrical component. Precautions: ▶ Prevent use of the BLK ARC in wet environment. CAUTION Erroneous measurement results If the product has been dropped or has been misused, modified, stored for a long period or transported, watch out for erroneous measurement results.
NOTICE Too much strain on the cable when bending it for a prolonged time This may damage the cable. Precautions: ▶ Ensure the cables on the underside of the BLK ARC are bent using the corresponding guides. For the AC/DC power supply: WARNING Unauthorized opening of the product Either of the following actions may cause you to receive an electric shock: Touching live components • Using the product after incorrect attempts were made to carry out repairs.
☞ National laws and local regulations could impose more stringent instructions for the safe use of lasers than IEC 60825-1 (2014-05) and IEC TR 60825-14 (2004-02). 1.6.2 Scanning Laser General The laser incorporated in the product produces an invisible beam which emerges from the rotating mirror.
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CAUTION Use of the product with accessories from other manufacturers. For example, field computers, personal computers or other electronic equipment, non-standard cables or external batteries This may cause disturbances in other equipment. Precautions: ▶ Use only the equipment and accessories recommended by Leica Geosystems. ▶ When combined with the product, other accessories must meet the strict requirements stipulated by the guidelines and standards.
WARNING Use of product with radio or digital cellular phone devices Electromagnetic fields can cause disturbances in other equipment, installations, medical devices, for example pacemakers or hearing aids, and aircrafts. Electromagnetic fields can also affect humans and animals.
2 Description of the System 2.
2.2 Container Contents Container contents a b c d Leica BLK ARC Quick Guide Version 1.
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3 User Interface 3.1 Instrument Status Instrument status The ring-shaped LED lights up in different colors and lighting intervals to show the operation states of the BLK ARC. 23151_001 Operation mode User Interface Description Details Colors • • • Green Yellow Red Lighting intervals • • • • Continuous Blinking Pulsating 1 blink LED color Lighting interval Instrument status none The BLK ARC is off. continuous The BLK ARC is ready.
LED color Firmware update mode 20 LED color Lighting interval Instrument status pulsating The BLK ARC is in recording state. 1 blink Picture from the detail camera successfully taken. blinking The BLK ARC is in recording state of a static scan. blinking The BLK ARC is starting, initializing or switching off. pulsating The BLK ARC is in recording state and something is notified or a problem occurred. 1 blink An error occurred and the picture from the detail camera was not taken.
4 Power Supply Power supply 230 V 120 V 220 V 230 V 230 V 19541_001 Input voltage: 100-240 V AC NOTICE Electromagnetic immunity The product may be disturbed by other equipment during operation with the power supply. Precautions: ▶ Operate the product with the AC/DC power supply only in a domestic environment.
5 Operation 5.1 Operation - Getting Started Operation, step‑by‑step 3 2 2 1 5 4 6 REC 23152_001 1. Mount the BLK ARC on a carrier. 2. Plug in the power cable and the USB cable. The ring-shaped LED is blinking yellow to indicate that the BLK ARC is booting up. 3. When the ring-shaped LED is continuous green, the BLK ARC is ready to start operation with a connected device. 4. Start the scan from the connected device. The ring-shaped LED is blinking yellow and the BLK ARC is initializing.
Camera position a b a Detail camera Panoramic camera b b 23153_001 5.3 Scanning 5.3.1 Ambient Conditions Unfavorable surfaces for scanning • • • Highly reflective (polished metal, gloss paint) Highly absorbent (black) Translucent (clear glass) ☞ Unfavorable weather conditions for scanning Rain, snow or fog may adversely affect measurement quality. Always use care when scanning in these conditions.
Troubleshooting in operation mode LED color Lighting interval Instrument status continuous A system error occurred. If status does not change or the problem occurs again, contact the Leica support. Troubleshooting support contacts If you experience problems with your instrument, check the BLK ARC web page at https://www.blkarc.com/ for support information and contacts. 5.3.
5.5 Cooling System Description The BLK ARC has an air cooling system. It draws in and circulates air to maintain the temperature of the system components. The air inlet and the filter cartridge protect from dust particles entering the housing and components. The filter cartridge is removable. ☞ Replace the filter cartridge by a new filter periodically. To remove the filter, refer to Filter Changing Procedure and follow the instructions.
6 Care and Transport 6.1 Maintenance ☞ For units that are exposed to high mechanical forces, for example through frequent transport or rough handling, it is recommended to carry out test measurements periodically. ☞ Inspect the cables regularly. In case the insulation is damaged, replace the cables immediately. CAUTION Unapproved supply or cables Connecting the supply improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
Housing parts of product and accessories • • AC/DC power supply Use only a clean, soft, lint-free cloth for cleaning. Cables and plugs Keep plugs clean and dry. Blow away any dirt lodged in the plugs of the connecting cables. 6.5 Dome Cleaning Procedure General cleaning information The dome must be kept clean. The instructions must be followed as described in this chapter to clean the dome.
6.6 Filter Changing Procedure General cleaning information Follow the instructions as described in this chapter to: Clean the air outlet. • Replace the filter element. • The ring-shaped LED indicates reaching high temperature of the BLK ARC. If this indication occurs after a few minutes of operation in standard working conditions, it can be necessary to exchange the filters.
Position of air inlet and air outlet a 23662_001 a Air inlet with filter a Air outlet a 23663_001 Changing the filter of the air inlet step-by-step 2 2 4 4 1 1 3 3 23156_001 1. Loosen the screw. 2. Remove the filter cover with the used filter. The filter cannot be removed from the filter cover as it is one part and has to be exchanged together. 3. 4. Care and Transport ☞ Insert a new filter cover with filter in both air inlets. Ensure that both filter covers are inserted correctly.
Cleaning the air outlet The air outlet must be cleaned infrequently. Use a small brush to carefully remove dust laying down in the aluminum ribs. 23672_001 ☞ ☞ ☞ 30 Cleaning the air outlet can be done only from the outside. Do not use compressed air to clean the air outlet. If some particles of dust are clearly stuck inside the mesh, do not try to remove the particles. It may force the particles to move further in and damage the mesh.
7 Technical Data 7.1 General Technical Data of the Product Storage and communication Detail camera Panoramic cameras Function Value Internal storage 6 hours of scanning (uncompressed data) 24 hours of scanning (compressed data) Communication Integrated 802.11 b/g/n/ac WLAN with MIMO.
7.5 Description Value Max. power 25 W Environmental Specifications Environmental specifications Type Operating temperature [°C] Storage temperature [°C] Instrument 0 to +40 −25 to +70 AC/DC power supply 0 to +40 −40 to +70 Type Protection against water, dust and sand Instrument IP54 (IEC 60529) Dust protected Betamesh BM90 – filtration level 69 µm Betamesh BM20 – filtration level 20 µm Protection against splashing water from any direction.
7.6 Dimensions Dimensions BLK ARC 80 mm 184 mm 80 mm 92.5 mm 23157_001 7.7 Weight Accessories Dimensions [mm] (D × W × H) AC power supply 105 x 45 x 30 Weight Instrument Weight [kg] Weight [lbs] Leica BLK ARC 0.690 1.52 7.
7.9 Conformity to National Regulations Labeling LK ARC IP54 Co an mplie con d 104 s w IEC form 0.1 it des 608 anc 1 No crib 25-1 t dat ice N ed i ed o. M a les, C Ru e FC f th wo 5 o ing t ause c rt 1 ow ce pa oll not devi th he f may ) this ceived, t e re (2 vic nd ence may , a rfer that n te ce ratio en ope l: B This ModeNo.: 947000 Ope device 0 r Art. osystems AG 0 .
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference does not occur in a particular installation.
8 Software License Agreement/Warranty Software license agreement This product contains software that is preinstalled on the product, or that is supplied to you on a data carrier medium, or that can be downloaded by you online according to prior authorization from Leica Geosystems.
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