https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs Our release format is major.minor.patch, which means:A major version increase will highlight changes that are not backwards-compatible. Minor version updates will introduce new features.Patch versions will be reserved for bug fixes and hotfixes.Version 6.1.0 Release Date: October 12th, 2026ImprovedImproved SLAM performance for NavVis CLX devices. FixedNavVis VLX 4 datasets can now be processed with Desktop Processing, with 3 mm processing available exclusively for NavVis VLX 4 data.Version 6.0.1 ... Mon, 12 Oct 2026 11:51:58 GMT NavVis Desktop Processing https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/navvis-mapping-changelog https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/navvis-mapping-changelog IntroductionWhat's new, improved, and fixed in IVION Processing. IVION Processing releases are from IVION and they cover the IVION Processing web application, where you upload data, create processing tasks, and download results. System and Software Updates include updates from the processing engine that runs the SLAM, point cloud, and panorama steps behind the service and devices.To be notified when we make software changes, improvements, and fixes, please subscribe to NavVis software release no ... Mon, 12 Oct 2026 11:50:57 GMT IVION Processing https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/navvis-ivion-processing-changelog https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/navvis-ivion-processing-changelog What's new, improved, and fixed in NavVis CLXOur release format is major.minor.patch, which means:A major version increase will highlight changes that are not backwards-compatible. Minor version updates will introduce new features.Patch versions will be reserved for bug fixes and hotfixes.Version 6.0.15Release Date: October 7th, 2026NewImage previews now fit the NavVis CLX screen, both during and outside live mapping.Live mapping on NavVis CLX now supports switching floors to inspect captured da ... Thu, 08 Oct 2026 09:44:55 GMT NavVis Devices > NavVis CLX https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/navvis-clx-changelog https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/navvis-clx-changelog What's new, improved, and fixed in NavVis VLX.Our release format is major.minor.patch, which means:A major version increase will highlight changes that are not backwards-compatible. Minor version updates will introduce new features.Patch versions will be reserved for bug fixes and hotfixes.Version 6.0.13Release Date: October 7th, 2026FixedEnhanced overall stability and reliability in NavVis VLX 4 devices.Version 6.0.12Release Date: September 3rd, 2026ImprovedTrigger distance can now be set up to ... Thu, 08 Oct 2026 09:40:38 GMT NavVis Devices > NavVis VLX https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/changelog-2 https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/changelog-2 Download the control point sticker PDF:Each control point sticker must meet the following criteria:It is marked clearly with a cross (defines the exact location).It has an ID that is unique within the mapping project.It is made of robust material, such as intended for outdoor use.When reusing a control point sticker at a different location within the same mapping project, assign it a new, unique ID. Ensure the sticker remains intact, its center cross and ID are clearly visible, and it can be sec ... Wed, 07 Oct 2026 10:21:59 GMT Onboarding > Achieving Accurate Results > Control Points https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/using-control-point-stickers-1 https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/using-control-point-stickers-1 You can download processed data to enable offline access, integrate with external tools, perform advanced analysis, and retain long-term ownership of high-quality, optimized reality-capture datasets.Quality Control – Validate registration accuracy, alignment, noise levels, and dataset completeness using advanced third-party analysis software.Offline Access – Work without internet and maintain fast local performance.Interoperability – Import into CAD, BIM, GIS, and visualization tools.Higher Data ... Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:40:13 GMT IVION Processing > Data Processing > Processing Tasks https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/downloading-processed-data https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/downloading-processed-data IntroductionAchieving accurate SLAM results with mobile laser scanners requires an understanding of the conditions that can affect scan quality. This document describes the three main challenges operators face in the field and offers practical tips for minimizing their impact.Dense vegetation, Moving objects Lack of geometric features Dense VegetationVegetation poses challenges due to its irregular shapes and constant slight movements caused by the wind. This is detected by the device as noise. ... Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:22:08 GMT Onboarding > Achieving Accurate Results https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/challenges-in-mobile-scanning https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/challenges-in-mobile-scanning You can create a processing task while your data is still uploading. Once the upload is complete, the data will be processed.Go to Data Processing > Processing Tasks.Click Create processing task.Enter a name for the processing task or continue with the assigned default name.Select the {{glossary.Dataset}}(s) you want to process.Crop datasets before processingWhy Crop Before Processing?Faster Processing & Lower Resource Use – Smaller datasets reduce feature extraction, registration, and optimizat ... Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:33:38 GMT IVION Processing > Data Processing > Processing Tasks https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/processing-tasks-1 https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/processing-tasks-1 IntroductionIntegrate BIM models and visualize them next to point clouds directly within IVION by importing IFC files.The Model Management tool allows you to upload and align models with a point cloud. Once the model is correctly aligned, it can be visualized in the navigation mode and Mark & Measure. Refer to Working with Models.RequirementsNavvis version 11.3.0 and greaterThe Manage models permission. Site Admin users have this permission by default. A Global Admin can assign this permission t ... Tue, 06 Oct 2026 08:27:11 GMT IVION > Administration > Site Administration https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/model-management https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/model-management This document contains checklists and handouts from the NavVis Academy.NavVis MLX Quick Start GuideNavVis VLX Quick start GuideFactory Mapping Exercise2.3 Factory Mapping Exercise Quality Map (answer key).pdf1.0 What is in the Box.pdf5.1 IVION Dataset Alignment How-to.pdf5.5 IVION Site Model Cheat Sheet.pdf5.4 IVION Site Model Auto-Generate How-to.pdf2.1 Scanning Preparation Checklist.pdf5.2 IVION Dataset Alignment Cheat Sheet.pdf5.6 IVION Navigation Graph Editor Cheat Sheet.pdf5.8 IVION Perform ... Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:26:14 GMT NavVis Academy Documentation https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/checklists-and-handouts https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/checklists-and-handouts Use this guide when you want to view a site in Gaussian Splat mode. Gaussian Splatting provides an improved, more immersive view of the scanned environment, refer here for more information.PrerequisitesTo be able to view and navigate in Splat mode the:Dataset must have been created from a device with Gaussian splatting enabled and turned on the device within the settings before starting the scan, refer here for more information.The dataset must have been processed with Gaussian Splatting switche ... Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:40:02 GMT IVION > Using IVION > Navigating https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/navigation-settings-in-splats-mode https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/navigation-settings-in-splats-mode Custom arguments in NavVis SiteMaker let you fine‑tune post‑processing beyond the standard UI options. By adding validated command‑line flags, such as time-based trimming, cloud format selection, or pano/image controls, and you can precisely target what gets processed, how point clouds are generated, and which outputs are produced, all while overriding conflicting checkbox settings when needed.Using Custom Arguments in SiteMakerThe Custom Arguments are located at the end of the Settings Tab.An e ... Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:11:33 GMT NavVis Desktop Processing > Using NavVis Desktop Processing > Advanced Usage https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/custom-arguments https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/custom-arguments IntroductionWhat's new, improved, and fixed in IVION.To be notified when we make software changes, improvements, and fixes, please subscribe to NavVis software release notifications using this link.Our release format is major.minor.patch, which means:A major version increase will highlight changes that are not backwards-compatible.Minor version updates will introduce new features.Patch versions will be reserved for bug fixes and hotfixes.Version 12.1.3Release Date: September 31st, 2026ImprovedOr ... Thu, 01 Oct 2026 07:56:39 GMT IVION https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/navvis-ivion-changelog https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/navvis-ivion-changelog As an instance administrator, you might wish to conceal certain sections of a point cloud. The Point Cloud Cleanup tool is primarily utilized to eliminate portions of a point cloud, such as spray points or other unwanted noise that you prefer not to show.Note: If Automatic activation is on, opening Point Cloud Cleanup makes all datasets within the bounding box visible, even if you previously hid them. To preserve dataset visibility, turn off Automatic activation before opening the tool: go to Vi ... Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:52:37 GMT IVION > Setup > Site Data Management https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/point-cloud-cleanup https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/point-cloud-cleanup Point Cloud SettingsPoint cloud modesAfter selecting datasets you can adjust the {{glossary.Point cloud}} settings with following processing modes:HD: High definition processing mode is exclusively accessible for datasets obtained with NavVis VLX 4 to achieve an accurate 3mm resolution point cloud.Dynamic: In this mode you can select the resolution you want in the Point cloud resolution (mm) field and choose colorization of point cloud data by switching on the Colorized toggle switch. Eco 20: A ... Wed, 30 Sep 2026 08:13:12 GMT IVION Processing > Data Processing > Processing Tasks https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/point-cloud-and-panorama-settings-1 https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/point-cloud-and-panorama-settings-1 Use this guide to get started with Gaussian Splatting: what it is, and how to activate and capture it, with links to more detailed articles. The main focus here is how to scan successfully, so your Splats data comes out looking its best. What is Gaussian Splatting? Gaussian Splatting is a photo-rendering technique that creates photorealistic 3D representations of scanned, real-world environments. It represents each environment as semi-transparent ellipsoids called splats. Each splat stores key v ... Wed, 30 Sep 2026 08:09:06 GMT IVION Processing > How to... https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/how-to-visualize-in-3d-with-navvis-gaussian-splatting https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/how-to-visualize-in-3d-with-navvis-gaussian-splatting Before finishing the dataset and leaving the scan site, check the quality map, refer here for the quality map checklist. Finishing the DatasetTap the Save Icon .Tap Finish to finalize the scan and create a new dataset.Confirm by tapping Yes. A preview of the dataset is displayed. The scanning process shuts down, the images are downloaded, the Scanning Screen closes, and the screen returns to the Home Screen.Caution: Do not shut down the device until this step is complete. If not, it could lead t ... Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:25:33 GMT NavVis Devices > NavVis MLX > Using NavVis MLX https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/finish-scanning-2 https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/finish-scanning-2 To navigate to the Instance Slot Management screen go to iv.navvis.com/instances/slots and login using your NavVis credentials. The Instance Slot Management screen enables you to manage the slots of your instance. Click on the name of the instance and you will go to the Instance Management screen.Click on the link and you will go directly to the instance. Use this screen to view the following:View the Users of the instanceView the Expiry Date of the instanceAt the top use the search and filterin ... Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:25:33 GMT IVION > Administration > Instance Administration https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/instance-slots https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/instance-slots OverviewThis guide describes how to consume the IVION Point Streaming API from a third-party application. It covers the relevant webservice endpoints and the details about the binary Point cloud format used by IVION.Note:All the information provided in this guide is applicable only to IVION version 11.9.5 or newer.Point cloud files are accessed via pre-signed download URLs obtained from the IVION API. These URLs point to AWS CloudFront.You can also use the C++ sample application provided alongsi ... Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:25:33 GMT NavVis IVION API > Backend https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/point-streaming-api-usage-guide https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/point-streaming-api-usage-guide IntroductionPurposeWhen setting up a processing task in SiteMaker the choice for a file-format of the resulting {{glossary.Point cloud}} has to be made. By default, the PLY format is chosen.If by accident the wrong format has been chosen, the correct format can still be obtained by using a command line tool in the Ubuntu terminal.Note: Available formats are: e57, ply, pts, pcd, xyz, las. Be aware that depending on the format chosen, specific information like RGB values or {{glossary.Normals}} ar ... Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:25:33 GMT NavVis Desktop Processing > How to... https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/how-to-convert-a-pointcloud-produced-in-sitemaker-to-another-file-format https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/how-to-convert-a-pointcloud-produced-in-sitemaker-to-another-file-format