What Makes SLAM Scanning Different

• Static Scanning vs. Mobile SLAM Scanning

• The SLAM Technology Foundation

• Why SLAM Scanning Matters for Your Work

Your Hardware Options

• Lixel L2 Pro Specifications and Capabilities

• Lixel K1 Specifications and Capabilities

• RTK Module Options (Standard, Survey, Aerial)

• Accessories and Supporting Equipment

The Software Ecosystem

• LixelGO Mobile App (Field Control)

• LixelStudio Desktop Software (Point Cloud Processing)

• LCC CyberColor Studio (3D Gaussian Splatting)

• System Requirements and Hardware Recommendations

Before You Leave for the Field

• Computer System Requirements Verification

• Software Installation and Updates

• Account Setup and Activation

• Pre-Scan Planning and Site Reconnaissance

Setting Up Your Scanner

• Battery Installation and Charging

• Power-On Sequence and Indicator Lights

• Physical Inspection and Maintenance

Connecting Your Phone

• WiFi Connection Methods (Direct vs. Bridge Mode)

• Bluetooth Pairing Procedure

• LixelGO Device Management

• Troubleshooting Connection Issues

Your Very First Scan

• Choosing Your First Project Location

• Scanner Initialization Procedure

• Walking Your First Scan Route

• Ending the Scan Properly

• Real-Time Monitoring and Quality Indicators

Processing Your First Scan

• Transferring Data from Scanner to Computer

• Importing Project into LixelStudio

• Basic Processing Configuration

• Viewing Your First Point Cloud

• Understanding Processing Output Files

What Accuracy Actually Means

• RMSE (Root Mean Square Error) Explained

• Relative Accuracy vs. Absolute Accuracy

• L2 Pro and K1 Accuracy Specifications

• Factors Affecting Achieved Accuracy

Understanding Coordinate Systems

• Local Coordinates (Scanner's Arbitrary Origin)

• Global Coordinates (WGS84 Latitude/Longitude)

• Projected Coordinates (UTM, State Plane)

• Why Coordinate Systems Matter for Professional Work

Datums and Geoids

• What is a Datum? (WGS84, NAD83, CGCS2000)

• What is a Geoid? (Ellipsoid Height vs. Orthometric Height)

• Why Datum Selection Matters

• Common Datum Confusion and How to Avoid It

Three Paths to Absolute Coordinates

• Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) - Continuous Satellite Positioning

• Post-Processed Kinematic (PPK) - Base Station Processing

• Ground Control Points (GCP) - Surveyed Reference Markers

• Comparing Methods: When to Use Each

Coordinate System Configuration for Your Region

• United States: State Plane and UTM Zones

• China: CGCS2000 and Gauss-Kruger Zones

• International: WGS84 UTM Zones

• Configuration Examples and Common Pitfalls

Understanding Scanning Technique Fundamentals

• Why Technique Matters More Than Equipment

• SLAM Scanning vs. Static Scanning

• The Four Pillars of Good Technique

The Scanner Initialization Phase

• Why Initialization Quality Matters

• Position Selection Criteria

• Step-by-Step Initialization Procedure

• Common Initialization Errors and Prevention

Movement and Posture During Scanning

• Device Orientation Requirements (Vertical Position)

• Optimal Walking Speed (1 m/s Standard)

• Rotational Movement Guidelines

• Distance from Objects (0.5-3m Optimal)

• Body Position Strategies

Route Planning for Different Environments

• Structure-First-Details-Later Principle

• Loop Closure Principle for Drift Correction

• Building Interior Route Planning

• Outdoor Site Route Planning

• Multi-Segment Project Planning

Environmental Challenges and Solutions

• Feature-Poor Environments (Corridors, Warehouses, Parking Lots)

• Dynamic Objects (People, Vehicles, Equipment)

• Glass and Reflective Surfaces

• Lighting Variations for Camera Coloring

• Weather Conditions (Rain, Fog, Extreme Temperatures)

Scan Length Guidelines and Project Splitting Strategy

• Understanding Processing Limits (10 scans, 200 minutes)

• Individual Scan Duration Recommendations

• Single Long Scan vs. Multiple Short Scans

• Project Segmentation Planning

• Overlap Zone Planning (15-30m Requirements)

• Control Point Strategy for Multi-Segment Projects

Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) Workflow

• RTK Hardware Requirements and Installation

• RTK Account Configuration in LixelGO

• Pre-Scan RTK Verification

• Scanning with RTK (Monitoring and Troubleshooting)

• RTK Processing Configuration in LixelStudio

• Minimum Requirements for Successful RTK Processing

Post-Processed Kinematic (PPK) Workflow

• When to Choose PPK Over RTK

• Required Equipment (Base Station, RINEX Files)

• Base Station Deployment Requirements

• Base Station Coordinate Determination Methods

• Rover Configuration for PPK

• PPK Processing in LixelStudio

• Troubleshooting PPK Processing Issues

Ground Control Point (GCP) Workflow

• Planning and Preparation

• Control Point Distribution Requirements (Spacing, Geometry)

• Physical Marker Selection and Installation

• Coordinate File Format Requirements (CSV)

• Field Collection Procedure (Marking Points in LixelGO)

• Processing with Ground Control Points

• Common Errors and Solutions

Measurement Point Workflow for RTK Indoor Extensions

• Concept and Limitations (L2 Pro Only, 100m Maximum)

• Field Procedures (Outdoor RTK Establishment)

• Indoor Measurement Point Marking

• Processing and Using Measurement Point Data

• Accuracy Expectations and Verification

Hybrid RTK and GCP Approaches

• RTK Primary with GCP Verification

• GCP Indoors with RTK Outdoors

• RTK with Additional Control Points for Large Projects

• Combining Methods for Maximum Accuracy

Data Transfer from Scanner to Computer

• Scanner File System Organization

• USB Transfer Procedure (USB 3.0 Recommended)

• Network Transfer via WiFi

• Data Management and Backup Strategies

• File Integrity Verification

Camera Coloring Workflow Decisions

• When Camera Coloring Provides Value

• When Camera Coloring Introduces Problems

• Decision Framework (Four Key Questions)

• Camera Configuration in LixelGO

• Post-Scan Coloring Decisions in LixelStudio

• External Panoramic Photography Workflow

Basic Single-Scan Processing Workflow

• LixelStudio Project Processing Interface

• Processing Configuration Options

• Initiating and Monitoring Processing

• Processing Stages and Progress Indicators

• Processing Completion and Output Files

• Initial Quality Verification

Post-Processing Quality Assessment

• Initial Completeness Verification

• Geometric Quality Assessment (Coverage, Noise, Dimensions)

• Color Quality Assessment (When Camera Coloring Enabled)

• Accuracy Report Analysis (RTK, PPK, GCP)

• Identifying When Re-Scanning is Required

Processing Failures and Recovery

• LIO Trajectory Drift Error (5 Recovery Strategies)

• Memory Exhausted Errors (5 Recovery Strategies)

• Loop Closure Detection Failures

• Coordinate Transformation Errors

• Disk Space Insufficient Errors

Understanding Project Processing Options

• Coordinate Transformation Section (RTK, PPK, GCP, Hybrid)

• Camera Coloring Section (Processing Configuration)

• Advanced Settings Detail (Filter Level, Dynamic Object Removal)

• Point Cloud Enhancement (5mm and 1mm Modes)

• Debug Options (Start-to-End Loop Closure, PPR, RTK Data, Special SLAM Mode)

• SLAM Mapping End Time Selection

• Output Path and Expected Duration

LCC CyberColor Studio Workflow

• When to Use LCC Studio vs. LixelStudio

• Basic Reconstruction Workflow (Quality Levels, Settings)

• Viewing and Navigating LCC Models

• Editing and Enhancing (Cropping, Color Grading, Annotations)

• Publishing and Sharing (Cloud Upload, Local Export)

Understanding Map Fusion Fundamentals

• What Map Fusion Is and Why It Matters

• When to Use Map Fusion vs. Single Long Scans

• Technical Requirements and Limitations

• ICP vs. Feature-Based vs. Control Point Registration

Pre-Project Planning for Large Sites

• Site Assessment and Reconnaissance

• Segmentation Strategy Development

• Overlap Zone Identification

• Control Point Network Design

• Resource Planning (Time, Batteries, Personnel)

Field Data Collection for Fusion Projects

• Segment Execution Strategy

• Maintaining Overlap Quality

• Control Point Marking Consistency

• Real-Time Quality Monitoring

• Field Documentation Requirements

Map Fusion Processing in LixelStudio

• Creating Fusion Projects

• Segment Import and Organization

• Registration Method Selection

• Processing Configuration

• Monitoring Fusion Progress

• Quality Assessment of Fused Results

Troubleshooting Fusion Problems

• Registration Failures

• Misalignment Between Segments

• Coordinate System Conflicts

• Processing Performance Issues

Initial Data Cleanup

• Clipping Box (3D Volume Selection)

• Polygon Clipping (Irregular Boundary Selection)

• Rectangle Selection and Delete Tools

• Strategic Cleanup Workflow

Data Refinement Tools

• Denoising (Removing Scan Artifacts)

• Resampling (Creating Uniform Point Density)

• Smoothing (Reducing Surface Noise)

• When to Use Each Tool

Registration and Alignment

• Manual Registration

• ICP Registration (Automated Alignment)

• Align Tool (Reorienting Coordinate System)

• Merge (Combining Multiple Point Clouds)

Navigation and Inspection

• Viewport Controls (Mouse-Based Navigation)

• Standard View Positions

• Camera Modes (Perspective vs. Orthographic)

• EDL Mode (Enhanced Depth Perception)

• X-Ray Mode (Seeing Through Data)

Measurement Tools

• Point Measurement

• Distance Measurement

• Area Measurement

• Angle Measurement

• Multi-Point Measurement

• Density Measurement

Specialized Analysis Tools

• Horizontal Slice (Creating Floor Plan Data)

• Vertical Slice (Building Sections)

• Profile Analysis (Detailed Cross-Sections)

Data Recording and Documentation

• Drawing Mode Tools

• AI-Extract (Automated Wall Detection)

• Manual Drawing Tools Reference

• Vector Editing Tools

• Saving and Exporting 2D Drawings

Advanced Applications

• Volume Calculation (Stockpile Measurement)

• Mesh Generation (Creating Textured 3D Models)

• Format Conversion Tools

• Exporting Final Deliverables

Scanner and Connection Problems

• Scanner Won't Power On (Battery, Temperature, Hardware)

• Can't Connect Phone to Scanner (Bluetooth, Hotspot, Configuration)

• Connection Drops During Scanning (Auto-Disable, Range, Interference)

• RTK Module Won't Connect (Installation, Configuration, Firmware)

• RTK Won't Achieve Fixed Status (Satellites, Coverage, Credentials)

Poor Quality Results

• Point Cloud Shows Obvious Drift or Warping

  • Poor Initialization

  • Long Linear Paths Without Loops

  • Feature-Poor Environments

  • Excessive Dynamic Objects

  • Rapid Rotations or Violent Movements

• Point Cloud Has Layers or Doubled Walls

  • Sudden Scanner Movement

  • Complete Field of View Blockage

  • Extremely Feature-Poor Environments

  • Processing with Incorrect Settings

• Point Cloud Has Excessive Noise

  • Moving Objects During Scanning

  • Reflective Surfaces

  • Rain, Fog, or Dust in Air

  • Scanner Vibration or Instability

• Missing Data in Point Cloud

  • Coverage Planning Issues

  • SLAM Tracking Loss

  • Processing Failures

  • Excessive Scanner Tilt

• Colors Are Wrong or Inconsistent

  • Incorrect Coloring Configuration

  • Lighting Variations

  • Camera Exposure Issues

Processing Failures

• Processing Fails with LIO Trajectory Drift Error

  • Five Recovery Strategies (Robust Mode, Split Scan, Loop Closure, Control Points, Narrow Scene)

• Processing Fails with Insufficient Memory Error

  • Five Recovery Strategies (Close Apps, Low-Memory Mode, Reduce Duration, Disable Enhancement, Upgrade RAM)

• RTK Data Insufficient Error

• Control Point Matching Failed Error

• Coloring Failures

Accuracy Problems

• Coordinates Are in Wrong Location

  • Source Ellipsoid Verification

  • Target Coordinate System Verification

  • Projection Parameter Verification

  • Datum Transformation Parameter Verification

• Accuracy Worse Than Expected

  • Accuracy Hierarchy Understanding

  • Control Point Coordinate Verification

  • Scanning Technique Review

• Check Points Show Large Errors

  • Systematic Bias Analysis

  • Individual Outlier Investigation

  • Random Scatter Diagnosis

Scanner and Connection Problems

• Scanner Won't Power On (Battery, Temperature, Hardware)

• Can't Connect Phone to Scanner (Bluetooth, Hotspot, Configuration)

• Connection Drops During Scanning (Auto-Disable, Range, Interference)

• RTK Module Won't Connect (Installation, Configuration, Firmware)

• RTK Won't Achieve Fixed Status (Satellites, Coverage, Credentials)

Poor Quality Results

• Point Cloud Shows Obvious Drift or Warping

  • Poor Initialization

  • Long Linear Paths Without Loops

  • Feature-Poor Environments

  • Excessive Dynamic Objects

  • Rapid Rotations or Violent Movements

• Point Cloud Has Layers or Doubled Walls

  • Sudden Scanner Movement

  • Complete Field of View Blockage

  • Extremely Feature-Poor Environments

  • Processing with Incorrect Settings

• Point Cloud Has Excessive Noise

  • Moving Objects During Scanning

  • Reflective Surfaces

  • Rain, Fog, or Dust in Air

  • Scanner Vibration or Instability

• Missing Data in Point Cloud

  • Coverage Planning Issues

  • SLAM Tracking Loss

  • Processing Failures

  • Excessive Scanner Tilt

• Colors Are Wrong or Inconsistent

  • Incorrect Coloring Configuration

  • Lighting Variations

  • Camera Exposure Issues

Processing Failures

• Processing Fails with LIO Trajectory Drift Error

  • Five Recovery Strategies (Robust Mode, Split Scan, Loop Closure, Control Points, Narrow Scene)

• Processing Fails with Insufficient Memory Error

  • Five Recovery Strategies (Close Apps, Low-Memory Mode, Reduce Duration, Disable Enhancement, Upgrade RAM)

• RTK Data Insufficient Error

• Control Point Matching Failed Error

• Coloring Failures

Accuracy Problems

• Coordinates Are in Wrong Location

  • Source Ellipsoid Verification

  • Target Coordinate System Verification

  • Projection Parameter Verification

  • Datum Transformation Parameter Verification

• Accuracy Worse Than Expected

  • Accuracy Hierarchy Understanding

  • Control Point Coordinate Verification

  • Scanning Technique Review

• Check Points Show Large Errors

  • Systematic Bias Analysis

  • Individual Outlier Investigation

  • Random Scatter Diagnosis