Introduction
Use this guide when panorama quality matters, for navigation, client review, or readable labels, not just point-cloud geometry. You'll need clean lenses and even lighting. By the end, you'll have sharp, evenly spaced panoramas with the extra density in areas where they are needed.
For detailed information on how to capture and manage panoramas with NavVis VLX, refer to:
Prepare Before You Capture
Clean all NavVis VLX lenses before each session with the provided cloth.
Check the lenses again after you move between areas (for example, from outdoors to indoors).
Turn on the available lights to create bright, even lighting. Avoid strong back lighting when possible.
Capture Panoramas With Consistent Spacing
Capture a panorama every 3 m as a baseline.
Capture panoramas more often in complex or detail-rich areas (for example, dense equipment, piping, or storage).
Capture an extra panorama at junctions, doorways, and tight turns to improve coverage and navigation.
Stand Still for Single-Shot Panoramas
Stop completely before you capture.
Stand still while NavVis VLX captures the panorama.
Keep a stable stance and avoid turning your body until the capture finishes.
Use Continuous Pano Capture Mode Only When Speed Matters
Use Continuous Pano Capture Mode only when you need faster coverage and can accept lower panorama quality.
Ensure the room has sufficient light before scanning.
Walk at a steady pace.
Turn slowly and avoid abrupt direction changes.
Keep Clearance From Surroundings
Keep about 1 m distance from nearby walls, ceilings, and objects when possible.
If you walk in narrow corridors where 1 m clearance is not possible, stay as centered as you can and capture panoramas more frequently.
Increase Density Where Detail Matters
Capture panoramas more often where people may need to read small details later (for example, labels, signage, wall text, and control panels).
Capture panoramas more often near reflective surfaces (for example, glass) or repeating patterns (for example, long, similar corridors).
Follow the 3 m spacing rule elsewhere.
FAQ
What should I do to prepare before capturing panoramas?
Clean all NavVis VLX lenses with the provided cloth, check the lenses after moving between areas, and turn on available lights for even lighting.
How often should I capture panoramas?
Capture a panorama every 3 meters as a baseline, more often in complex areas, and at junctions or doorways for better coverage.
Is it necessary to stand still while capturing a panorama?
Yes, you should stop completely and stand still during the capture to ensure quality.
When should I use Continuous Pano Capture Mode?
Use it only when you need faster coverage and can accept lower panorama quality.
How can I increase the density of panoramas in detail-rich areas?
Capture panoramas more frequently where small details are important, such as labels and signage.