Initial Setup and Connecting to a Smart Device

Setting up and Connecting the PLANIX R1

Install the battery into the PLANIX R1 by aligning the pins and sliding it into the battery compartment until you hear a click.

Mount the PLANIX R1 level onto a tripod using the 1/4-20 threaded insert found on the base.

From the App store, download and then open the iGUIDE PLANIX App on your device.

Click through the onboarding overview to be brought to the "Welcome!" screen.

*NOTE* To communicate with your PLANIX R1, the iGUIDE PLANIX App will request permission to find and connect to devices on your local network.

Select "New Device" in the screen's top right corner.

*NOTE* The PLANIX R1 connects to your device through Wi-Fi, to allow this, the iGUIDE PLANIX App will request permission to access your location.

You will see a prompt to "Turn On Camera"

Remove the system shield by pressing the release tabs and pulling the system shield up while holding firmly onto the PLANIX R1's base.

Press and hold the power button for 3 seconds to power on the camera.

*NOTE* Powering on takes approximately 20 seconds and is complete one you hear the lidar spinning.

Once powered on, click "Next" on the app's prompt screen.

Scan the QR code displayed on the screen of the PLANIX R1

Scan the QR code displayed on the screen of the PLANIX R1.

*NOTE* To allow the app to scan QR codes, the iGUIDE PLANIX App will request permission to access your device's camera.

When prompted, join the Wi-Fi Network of the PLANIX R1 (ending in .OSC).

Your device will now connect to the PLANIX R1, and once confirmed you are ready to scan!

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