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* See [http://www.advancedtubular.com/customers/vtube VTube-LASER Customer Support Page] to download the latest version.
 
* See [http://www.advancedtubular.com/customers/vtube VTube-LASER Customer Support Page] to download the latest version.
 
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UniScan is a new measurement technique that makes measuring easier, faster, and more precise - all at the same time.<br><br>
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UniScan is a new measurement technique that makes measuring easier, faster, and more precise.<br><br>
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[[image:vtube-laser-1.87-uniscan.png|400px]]<br><br>
 
The new feature encourages a large stripe count in each straight by asking the operator to take a single sweep of the straight.  If the operator wants to take multiple back-and-forth sweeps (like spray painting), then this is simple to do also.<br><br>
 
The new feature encourages a large stripe count in each straight by asking the operator to take a single sweep of the straight.  If the operator wants to take multiple back-and-forth sweeps (like spray painting), then this is simple to do also.<br><br>
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[http://advancedtubular.com/wiki/index.php?title=VTube-LASER_Videos#Video_Topic:_New_Features_in_Version_1.87 See the video that shows UniScan feature in action]
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View the update video in[http://youtu.be/CQTIGvSmQrM YouTube]
 
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The most recently used project file open and save paths are now stored and used for future open and saves.
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An alternative QuickLoad window makes loading project files easier.  It increases the font size and reduces the number of clicks to get to a file.  It also has a search box that allows you to drill down in file searches quickly.
 
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To help ease the workflow in VTube-LASER, the Measure Tube-Cylinder panel is moved to the top of the Measure Process menu.
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This filter automatically removes spikes in cylindrical laser stripes.<br><br>
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When measuring highly reflective tube, the points returned from the part of the diameter that is closest to the laser scanner on the FARO arm can spike away from the diameter.  This filter recognizes that possibility and removed any data that spikes away from the curve before it is given to the math engine.
 
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Sometimes the workflow to set the straight count before measuring was confusing, so now these controls are moved out of this menu and into separate windows that appear after operators press the scan buttons.  They appear like this:<br><br>
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Previous versions of VTube would always ask for the user to answer questions in a dialog when cylinder fit errors occur.  This new version of VTube can automatically ask the user to remeasure if the new switch in System Options:Measure 2 menu is switched on<br><br>
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Some AddisonMckee Mark IV benders require that its custom teach mode data be returned in the communication data during an automated bender correction from VTube. For benders that require this data during corrections from VTube, if this data is not found by the control, then a small message box will appear with a message that the incoming data is not AddisonMckee Mark IV data, and the correction data will be ignored.<br><br>
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To solve this problem,  VTube-LASER now takes in and stores this data during a RECALL from the bender.  When VTube sends corrections back to the bender, it includes this custom data in the transmission.  This means that a RECALL is required before corrections are made to this kind of control.<br><br>
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* More optimizations were performed on internal timers - making VTube faster.<br><br>
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* The default path folders in the VTube-STEP Export windows are now properly stored for use next time.<br><br>
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* Changes were made to the interface to clear up the potential for orphaned windows in Dell M6700 laptops. For example, when the LASER mode window displays, the STEP mode window is now made invisible.<br><br>
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* VTube-LASER Bender Data Setup is quicker to return an error message when it any network connection no longer exists.  Previous versions could lock for minutes.<br><br>
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* The low level Benderlink setup grid (in Measure 2 of System Options) now stores bender names that were edited properly.<br><br>
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* COMMENT Editor Window: The "Cancel Changes" button now works inside the Comment editors.<br><br>
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* VTube will now allow a MEASURED tube to be built to SolidWorks even when there is no Master XYZ data.<br><br>
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Latest revision as of 22:03, 27 February 2014

Vtube-laser logo.jpg

Revision 1.87

Vtube-laser 1.87 mainscreen.png




Check.jpg NEW: Fast UniScan Scanning Method

UniScan is a new measurement technique that makes measuring easier, faster, and more precise.

Vtube-laser-1.87-uniscan.png

The new feature encourages a large stripe count in each straight by asking the operator to take a single sweep of the straight. If the operator wants to take multiple back-and-forth sweeps (like spray painting), then this is simple to do also.

View the update video inYouTube

Vtube-laser-1.87-uniscan buttons.png



Check.jpg NEW: Project Open QuickLoad Window

An alternative QuickLoad window makes loading project files easier. It increases the font size and reduces the number of clicks to get to a file. It also has a search box that allows you to drill down in file searches quickly.

Vtube-1.87-quickload.png

Vtube-1.87-quickload-closeup.png



Check.jpg NEW: Cylinder Laser Spike Filter

This filter automatically removes spikes in cylindrical laser stripes.

When measuring highly reflective tube, the points returned from the part of the diameter that is closest to the laser scanner on the FARO arm can spike away from the diameter. This filter recognizes that possibility and removed any data that spikes away from the curve before it is given to the math engine.

Vtube-laser-1.87 cylinderlaserspikefilter menu.png

The filter options are in the bottom of the LASER tab in the Measure Setup menu.

Vtube-laser-1.87 cylinderlaserspikefilter.png



Check.jpg NEW: Automatic Remeasure At Measure Error

Vtube-laser-1.87 automaticremeasure.png

Previous versions of VTube would always ask for the user to answer questions in a dialog when cylinder fit errors occur. This new version of VTube can automatically ask the user to remeasure if the new switch in System Options:Measure 2 menu is switched on

Vtube-laser-1.87-automaticremeasure guidebox.png



Check.jpg ENHANCED: Added Radius Handling for Winton ECNC4 Benders

Winton bender.jpg

The Winton ECNC4 data now handles the radius value during communications.

Vtube-1.87-WintonECNC4 Radius.png



Check.jpg Other Changes

  • The default path folders in the VTube-STEP Export windows are now properly stored for use next time.

  • A new Work Order field is added to the Part Setup menu.

  • The low level Benderlink setup grid (in Measure 2 of System Options) now stores bender names that were edited properly.

  • The SVNET Success window now automatically hides after a few seconds.

  • XYZ grids now update when part transformations occur.

  • Fixed initial project load state. VTube no longer asks for permission to clear the project if there is no change to memory after initial state.

  • VTube will now allow a MEASURED tube to be built to SolidWorks even when there is no Master XYZ data.

  • It is now possible to insert an XYZ row in the XYZ data if there are zero points.

  • The Point Count boxes now properly increment or decrement when an XYZ row is inserted or deleted.

  • VTube grids can now be selected and copied and output when the Lock Grids is active.

Other

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