Release Notes for CAM2
This article lists the Release Notes for each version of CAM2® Software to date. The current version release notes are displayed at the top of the article. Previous revisions are contained in expanding sections below.
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CAM2 2020.3 Release Notes
This is the 4th release for CAM2 2020 and includes the following Improvements, Fixed Issues and Experimental Features.
Improvements
Symbol based Abbreviations
We now provide a symbol-based Feature / Label Information Abbreviation option which simplifies the display of position, form, size and statistical information within the Feature Information panel and labels.
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| Text Based Abbreviations | Symbol Based Abbreviations |
Note: When using Symbols, a tool tip will be displayed when hovering the cursor over a symbol in the Feature Information panel.
The default Abbreviation type can be set within Preferences via Tolerances > Abbreviations and then from the Abbreviation set drop down:
Feature Highlight
Improvements have been made to the color highlighting of features, surface and surface edges, to improve visibility of the item being selected.
Report – Manual Update
When creating reports in CAM2, the auto update of the report can interfere. To provide a better experience when compiling reports, we now offer an auto update / manual update toggle within the Report ribbon, and Preferences.
When disabled, users can build a report, edit nominal and tolerance information within the Report workspace, then manually create / update the report when required.
RPM Control Station UI
Improvements have been implemented to the User Interface of RPM Control Station. The tool icons originally located across to the top and within the 3d viewer are now consolidated to the left-hand side.
The side panel can be expanded by selecting 
to show details of the available icons.
RPM Control Center Data Export
RPM Control Station enables users to have visibility to historic inspection data through charts, tables and SPC analysis. This version now includes enhancement to enable the data and charts to be export to Excel or pdf via the Report icon.
Data can be selected based upon date range and sample size will be used for SPC calculations. Report items can be selected by highlighting from within the Available Statistics list, whilst the preview window will update as items are selected.
The user can then choose to export to Excel, or Print /Save to pdf or other available formats.
Fixed Issues:
CAD Translator
- CAM2M-7414 : ‘The specified CAD file contains no part entities’ error shown when importing CAD
Cross Section Analysis
- CAM2M-7934 : ‘Update’ button is not active / available when editing an extracted dimension
Custom Tolerance Color Scheme
- CAM2M-7825 : Custom tolerance bar is not recognized in Chinese language
Export
- CAM2M-7941 : Unable to Export Measurement Data to text file in non-English versions
Feature Information Panel
- CAM2M-1775 : Tolerance of zero entered for angle when selecting DIN pre-set tolerance.
GD&T
- CAM2M-5147 : GD&T values not updating when features are remeasured
- CAM2M-7109 : GD&T statistic not updating
- CAM2M-7110 : Datum assignment being removed when actual is deleted, but nominal remains
- CAM2M-7891 : Perpendicularity result not updating after measurement
Import /Export
- CAM2M-7499 : Exported Point Cloud position is incorrect when Importing back into CAM2.
- CAM2M-7843 : Unable to import Point Cloud text file
- CAM2M-7941 : Unable to export measurement data to text file with non-English OS
Measurement
- CAM2M-4991 : Plane 1 is showing 'unsolved' after measuring all features
Point Cloud Alignment
- CAM2M-7471 : An exception is displayed in the log when trying to solve Point Cloud Alignment
QuickTools / Image Creator
- CAM2M-5939 : Unable to add image to QT is an image with the same name exists.
QuickTools Player
- CAM2M-6557 : An exception is displayed on log files when running a program by QT Player
Report
- CAM2M-7390 : Report takes too long to generate, and images not displayed
- CAM2M-7944 : Unable to generate report with specific customer file
Ribbon
- CAM2M-7365 : Pre-set View drop-down menu reposition incorrectly when double clicking icon
Experimental Features
Experimental Features can be activated via File > Help > What’s New > Experimental Features where users must first opt-in to the FARO Customer Experience Program.
Remark: The Features exposed are intended for experimentation. FARO recommends that all are disabled if working with production inspection files.
New Point Cloud Best Fit Alignment Algorithms
In this version we provide access to a new alignment algorithm currently in development, specifically for Point Cloud ‘Best Fit’, to deliver faster and deterministic result.
Note: The new algorithm is not utilized by constrained or point pair alignments. These alignment types will use the existing alignment algorithms.
Alignment User Interface
We continue to provide access to new user interfaces for Three Feature, Datum, Coordinate System and Manage Alignment, to provide an intuitive experience to the user.
CAM2 2020.2 Release Notes
This is the third release for CAM2 2020 and includes the following Improvements, Fixed Issues and Experimental Features.
Improvements
Supported CAD formats updated
This version includes the latest CAD translator, providing support to latest versions of some formats. The full list of support file extensions and versions (per the 2020.2 release) are as per the table below. For the latest list, see: Supported CAD Import/Export File Formats for CAM2
| Vendor | File Type | Extensions | Supported Versions | Import | Export | Premium Translator (pre Ver. 2018.10) |
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| Open Formats | IGES | *.igs; *.iges | Versions 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 | X | X | |
| PRC | *.prc | All versions | X | |||
| STEP | *.stp; *.step; *.stpz | AP 203 E1/E2, AP 214, AP 242 | X | X | ||
| STL | *.stl | X | X | |||
| VDA-FS | *.vda | Versions 1, 2 | X | X | ||
| Dassault Systèmes | ACIS | *.sab; *.sat | Up to 2019 | X | X | |
| CATIA V4 | *.model; *.session; *.dlv; *.exp | Up to 4.2.5 | X | X | ||
| CATIA V5 | *.CATProduct; *.CATPart; *.CATDrawing; *.CATShape; *.cgr; *.3dxml | Up to V5-6 R2019 (R29) | X | X | ||
| CATIA V6 | *.3dxml | Up to V5-6 R2019 (R29) | X | X | ||
| Solidworks | *.sldasm; *.sldprt | From 97 up to 2020 | X | X | ||
| Autodesk | Inventor | *.ipt; *.iam | Up to 2020 | X | X | |
| AutoCAD 3D | *.dwg; *.dxf | Up to AutoCAD 2019 | X | |||
| PTC | Creo | *.asm; *.neu; *.prt; *.xas; *.xpr | Pro/Engineer 19.0 to Creo 6.0 | X | X | |
| Siemens | I-deas | *.mf1; *.arc; *.unv; *.pkg | Up to 13.x (NX 5), NX, I-deas 6 | X | ||
| JT | *.jt | Up to v10.2 | X | X | ||
| NX | *.prt | V11.0 to NX 12.0 and 1872 | X | X | ||
| Parasolid | *.x_b; *.x_t; *.xmt; *.xmt_txt | Up to v31.1 | X | X | ||
| Solid Edge | *.asm; *.par; *.pwd; *.psm | V19 - 20, ST - ST10, 2020 | X | |||
| Rhinoceros | Rhino3D | *.3dm | Versions 4, 5 and 6 | X |
Fixed Issues:
Device
- CAM2M-7057 : Connecting an ARM via Wi-Fi presents message text ‘…Arm USB serial number…’
Display
- CAM2M-7763 : Construct CS Wizard UI elements missing and overlapped on 4K monitor
- CAM2M-7764 : Alignment Manager UI elements missing and overlapped on 4K monitor
Cross-Section Scans
- CAM2M-37 : Cross-sections not created until the selected ‘End feature’
- CAM2M-7769 : Cross Section Analysis mode: Exclude points and Reset buttons are disabled
- CAM2M-7628 : Dimension disappears after adding nominal value
Feature Extraction
- CAM2M-7638 : Inconsistent circle extraction results when switching method in feature Properties
File
- CAM2M-7731 : Files cannot be opened by double-clicking files when CAM2 is open
Feature Information Panel
- CAM2M-7800 : Is not possible to check /un-check some statistics into Feature Information panel
GD&T
- CAM2M-7177 : The gdt labels incorrectly displayed after adding readings to datum A.
- CAM2M-856 : Parallelism of actual plane to nominal datum A is not calculated. (use ‘Make actual’)
- CAM2M-5310 : Silent exception occurs when creating a pattern
- CAM2M-7782 : Inverted slot axis causing incorrect calculation of Position callout
Point Cloud
- CAM2M-7240 : Point Cloud form not updating when deleting readings
QuickTools
- CAM2M-7522 : It's not possible to run QT program when custom target doesn't exist
- CAM2M-7841 : Failed to execute Change Adaptor step to 6Probe (QuickTool Player)
Reporting
- CAM2M-7709 : "Active Alignment Error" value not displayed on Report.
Experimental Features
Experimental Features can be activated via File > Help > What’s New > Experimental Features where users must first opt-in to the FARO Customer Experience Program.
Remark: The Features exposed are intended for experimentation. FARO recommends that all are disabled if working with production inspection files.
New Point Cloud Best Fit Alignment Algorithms
In this version we provide access to a new alignment algorithm currently in development, specifically for Point Cloud ‘Best Fit’, to deliver faster and deterministic result.
Note: The new algorithm is not utilized by constrained or point pair alignments. These alignment types will use the existing alignment algorithms.
Alignment User Interface
We continue to provide access to new user interfaces for Three Feature, Datum, Coordinate System and Manage Alignment, to provide an intuitive experience to the user.
SPC Export to PDF
We are providing early access the SPC Export to PDF option with Control Center.
From the gallery ribbon, the user first must to activate by clicking the Experimental Feature icon.
Then upon opening an Inspection Program, the Export to PDF icon will be available next to the date filter:
This will open the report generator where the user can select the data to export and is provided a live preview:
The saved PDF report will contain:
- A summary page, detailing the features and capability statistic for the chosen features and date range:
- And then each feature /statistic will have its own graphical and tabular data pages.
CAM2 2020.1 Release Notes
This is the second release for CAM2 2020 and includes the following Fixed Issues and Experimental Features.
Fixed Issues:
Cross-Section Scans
- CAM2M-7022: Unable to unhide Height after hiding it.
File
- CAM2M-7713: An exception is displayed after changing coordinate format and then selecting an ISP
GD&T
- CAM2M-4549: CAM2 takes too long when user edits tolerance and datums in GD&T panel for Patterns
- CAM2M-7616: Unable to create Composite datum with more than 2 datums of the same type.
Measurement
- CAM2M-7135: Unable to add readings to an existing Surface Edge feature.
- CAM2M-7178: The actual value of Plane 1 is not displayed after making the feature nominal.
Tracker
- CAM2M-7710: SmartFind does not lock the beam into the SMR when using Camera Search
- CAM2M-7712: Unable to multi-edit properties for Tracker Adapter
Translations
- CAM2M-7728: Translation error: When opening a file, fcd / fcdx files are not visible in non-English OS
Experimental Features
Experimental Features can be activated via File > Help > What’s New > Experimental Features where users must first opt-in to the FARO Customer Experience Program.
Remark: The Features exposed are intended for experimentation. FARO recommends that all are disabled if working with production inspection files.
New Point Cloud Best Fit Alignment Algorithms
In this version we provide access to a new alignment algorithm currently in development, specifically for Point Cloud ‘Best Fit’, to deliver faster and deterministic result.
Note: The new algorithm is not utilized by constrained or point pair alignments. These alignment types will use the existing alignment algorithms.
Alignment User Interface
We continue to provide access to new user interfaces for Three Feature, Datum, Coordinate System and Manage Alignment, to provide an intuitive experience to the user.
CAM2 2020.0 Release Notes
This is the first release for CAM2 2020 and includes the following Improvements, Experimental Features and Fixed Issues. For information on new features in this version, please refer to the What’s New Document.
Improvements
Device Center: Arm Manager update
The FARO Arm Manager has been updated to version 6.5.1.4.
Experimental Features
Experimental Features can be activated via File > Help > What’s New > Experimental Features where users must first opt-in to the FARO Customer Experience Program.
Remark: The Features exposed are intended for experimentation. FARO recommends that all are disabled if working with production inspection files.
New Point Cloud Best Fit Alignment Algorithms
In this version we provide access to a new alignment algorithm currently in development, specifically for Point Cloud ‘Best Fit’, to deliver faster and deterministic result.
Note: The new algorithm is not utilised by constrained or point pair alignments. These alignment types will use the existing alignment algorithms.
Alignment User Interface
We continue to provide access to new user interfaces for Three Feature, Datum, Coordinate System and Manage Alignment, to provide an intuitive experience to the user.
Fixed Issues:
Device Center
- CAM2M-7089: The green & red buttons not working during probe calibration (Faro Arm Manager).
- CAM2DC-3766: The 6Probe stylus length displayed is incorrect.
Feature Extraction
- CAM2M-7640: The extracted circle is incorrectly positioned in the middle of point cloud.
File
- CAM2M-7194: Align My Part - 3 Feature Alignment allows more than 3 features to be selected.
- CAM2M-7676: Unable to create "# Point", "# Point #" formats when renaming multiple features.
Imager
- CAM2M-1459: Some settings with Imager/Imager Array is not retained when saving the file.
Measurement
- CAM2M-7024: When modifying Vector Points, the compensation direction is incorrect.
- CAM2M-7186: Larger circles are shown as straight lines rather than curves.
Measurement Data
- CAM2M-7647: Is not possible to sort features into Measurement data such as into Feature list.
QuickTools
- CAM2M-7528: Exception thrown when adding a Change Adapter step into a QT.
CAM2 2019.10 Release Notes
This is the tenth release for CAM2 2019 and includes the following Improvements, Experimental Features and Fixed Issues.
Improvements
True Position Calculation of Slots
When calculating the True Position of slot features, both end centre points of the measured feature are used. Both are compared to the nominal axis, running the length of the slot and to theoretical axis through the nominal end points, which are perpendicular to the slot ‘length’ axis.
Two dimensions are calculated for each point, one to the ‘length’ axis (D1, D3) and another to the corresponding perpendicular axis (D2, D4):
The True Position value is twice the maximum value of the 2 calculations:
CAM2 Package file (.fcdx)
We now provided a fcd format, which compresses all the associated measurement data, CAD models etc into a singled fcdx format. This allows easier sharing of files and eliminates issues when opening files and the location of associated files has changed.
When saving a file from within CAM2, the user can select from the ‘Save as type’ drop down:
Experimental Features
Experimental Features can be activated via File > Help > What’s New > Experimental Features where users must first opt-in to the FARO Customer Experience Program.
Remark: The Features exposed are intended for experimentation. FARO recommends that all are disabled if working with production inspection files.
New Point Cloud Best Fit Alignment Algorithms
In this version we continue to provide access to a new alignment algorithm currently in development. This algorithm has been developed specifically for Point Cloud ‘Best Fit’, to deliver faster and deterministic result.In this version we continue to provide access to a new alignment algorithm currently in development. This algorithm has been developed specifically for Point Cloud ‘Best Fit’, to deliver faster and deterministic result.
Note: The new algorithm is not utilized by constrained or point pair alignments. These alignment types will use the existing alignment algorithms.
Alignment User Interface
We continue to provide access to new user interfaces for Three Feature, Datum, Coordinate System and Manage Alignment, to provide an intuitive experience to the user.
SPC Export
Within RPM Control Center we are providing early access the SPC Export to Excel option with Control Center. From the gallery ribbon, the user first must activate it by clicking the Experimental Feature icon.
Then upon opening an Inspection Program, the Export to Excel icon will be available next to the date filter:
SPC Graphs – Distribution Charts with Curve
When reviewing the X-bar and Range chart in Control Center, we now provide distribution charts to the left of both charts. This details how the actual values are distributed for the data relative to the chosen dates, displaying a histogram with distribution curve.
Fixed Issues:
Construction
- CAM2M-1681 : Unable to create an offset plane from an already constructed offset plane.
CAD
- CAM2M-3005 : When we create second layer and assign surfaces to this layer, other surfaces are changing layers
Report
- CAM2M-4238 : Report translation in Polish are wrong
Extract
- CAM2M-7492 : The "Front facing" mode on Extract has the wrong behaviour when using rectangle selection tool
GD&T
- CAM2M-7393 : True Position calculation for Slots is incorrect
Imager
- CAM2M-4335 : Unable measure the second Point Cloud if the device is manually disconnected and reconnected
- CAM2M-4844 : Imager temperature on Wizard is always 0
Import/Export
- CAM2M-7394 : Name operation incorrect in Import/Export
Point Cloud
- CAM2M-6576 : After deleting a STL file the PC alignment operation fails
Shortcuts
- CAM2M-1786 : When a shortcut has more than 10 features the sequential numbering is not consistent
CAM2 2019.9 Release Notes
This is the ninth maintenance release for CAM2 2019 and includes the following Announcement, Improvements, Experimental Features and Fixed Issues.
Announcement – Windows 7 Support
Microsoft will end all support for Windows 7 on January 14, 2020, so we therefore advise existing users that CAM2 will cease to officially support Windows 7 beyond this date.
CAM2 2019.9 will be the final version that officially supports Windows 7.
Improvements
Vector Point Measurement Experience – always center view on Vector Point
To further improve the Vector Point measurement, the vector point being measurement will remain at the center of the view, to assist guidance. Previously during guidance, the view would center on the midpoint of the probe and vector point.
Experimental Features
Experimental Features can be activated via File > Help > What’s New > Experimental Features where users must first opt-in to the FARO Customer Experience Program.
Remark: The Features exposed are intended for experimentation. FARO recommends that all are disabled if working with production inspection files.
New Point Cloud Best Fit Alignment Algorithms
In this version we continue to provide access to a new alignment algorithm currently in development. This algorithm has been developed specifically for Point Cloud ‘Best Fit’, to deliver faster and deterministic result.
Note: The new algorithm is not utilized by constrained or point pair alignments. These alignment types will use the existing alignment algorithms.
Alignment User Interface
We continue to provide access to new user interfaces for Three Feature, Datum and Coordinate System alignment methods, to provide an intuitive experience to the user.
In addition, this version also includes the new UI for Manage Alignments.
SPC Export
We continue to provide early access the SPC Export to Excel option with Control Center. From the gallery ribbon, the user first must to activate by clicking the Experimental Feature icon.
Then upon opening an Inspection Program, the Export to Excel icon will be available next to the date filter:
SPC Graphs – Distribution Charts
When reviewing the X-bar and Range chart in Control Center, we now also provide distribution charts to the left of both charts. This details how the actual values are distributed for the data relative to the chose dates.
Fixed Issues:
Device Center
- CAM2DC-3577 : Cannot close the Probe Management window after compensation
Measurement
- CAM2M-2358 : Unable to measure after connecting an arm by USB after being connected via Bluetooth
- CAM2M-5896 : Clear readings deletes the nominal information
- CAM2M-7373 : Unable to measure features within a folder
- CAM2M-7410 : When constructing a plane through a point based in another plane it is incorrectly located
QuickTools Player
- CAM2M-7010 : Failed to execute Imager program after executing a Laser Tracker program
- CAM2M-7514 : It is not possible to measure a Cross Section using Hard-Probe or LLP
Ribbon
- CAM2M-5973 / CAM2M-7479 : Ribbon Customization: Selection is lost when using the up/down arrows
RPM Control Center
- RPM-2832 : Unable to Export SPC to excel (Experimental Feature)RPM-2834 : Sunburst chart not showing data
Vector Points
- CAM2M-7509 : When measuring multiple VP the current direction is lost - UI Bug only
CAM2 2019.8 Release Notes
This is the eighth maintenance release for CAM2 2019 and includes the following Enhancements, Improvements, Fixed Issues and Experimental Features. for CAM2, Device Center and RPM.
Announcement - Windows 7 Support
Microsoft will end all support for Windows 7 on January 14, 2020, so we therefore advising existing users that CAM2 will cease to officially support Windows 7 beyond this date.
CAM2 2019.9 will be the final version that officially supports Windows 7.
Enhancements
Point Cloud Measurement - Dynamic Zoom for smaller components
To improve the measurement experience while scanning smaller components with the LLP, we have implemented a dynamic zoom. The view will start zoomed in and as the point cloud volume increases, the camera view will zoom out.
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Vector Point Measurement Without CAD – Arm orientated view
To further assist Faro arm users when measuring vector points without CAD, we have provided the ability to manually orientate the 3D view based upon the device position in relation to the screen.
There are positional icons to the four sides of the 3d viewer, and then user can select the icon which best suits where the device is located relative to the PC /laptop. The view will then rotate so that the probe travel direction on the screen, matches the actual direction the user is moving.
Improvements
Device Center – Improved Laser Tracker Search
Improvements have been made to the search time for Laser Trackers connected to the same network as the PC. In addition, upon completion of the search operation, Device Center will display the available devices and model, which the user can select to connect.
Device Center – Custom Target Support
Device Center now provides support to allow users to create customer Targets or Spherically Mounted Retroreflectors (SMR) by entering a Name, Diameter and an offset from the sphere center.
Please note: when creating custom targets (SMRs) in Device Center, please ensure to restart CAM2 before trying to utilise those custom targets.
Device Center – Turn Tracking On/Off
Users are now able to toggle tracking on / off from with Device Center, rather than having to access via Faro Utilities. The option is available within the Device tile, under Tools.
Experimental Features
Experimental Features can be activated via File > Help > What’s New > Experimental Features where users must first opt-in to the FARO Customer Experience Program.
Remark: The Features exposed are intended for experimentation. FARO recommends that all are disabled if working with production inspection files.
New Point Cloud Best Fit Alignment Algorithms
To further enhance Point Cloud alignments, we provide access to a new alignment algorithm currently in development. This algorithm has been developed specifically for Point Cloud ‘Best Fit’, to deliver faster and deterministic result.
Note: the new algorithm is not utilized by constrained or point pair alignments. These alignment types will use the existing alignment algorithms.
Alignment User Interface
In this version we provide access to new user interfaces for some of the alignment options. These have been redesigned to provide a cleaner UI to the user, whilst maintaining the existing methods of creating alignments.
The alignments available with new user interfaces are:
- Three Feature
- Datum Alignment
- Coordinate System Alignment
SPC Export to Excel
In this version, we continue to provide early access the SPC Export to Excel option with Control Center. From the gallery ribbon, the user first must to activate by clicking the Experimental Feature icon.
Then upon opening an Inspection Program, the Export to Excel icon will be available next to the date filter:
SPC Export – Date Start /End Date option
When exporting data, the user can now select a Start date, and End date, to determine the date and time range, which data is exported from:
SPC Export – Excel Table Format
The export formatting of the data has been updated, to include:
- Program Name
- Start Date
- End Date
- Sample Date Time Created
Fixed Issues
CAM2 Remote
- CAM2M-7400 : It's not possible take readings using CAM2 Remote
File
- CAM2M-5877 : The fcd file size isn’t reduced when the user saves after clearing readings from Point Clouds
- CAM2M-7391 : Unable to access context menu when right clicking on folders
Import/Export
- CAM2M-5815 : Points are not imported as "Actual"
Labels
- CAM2M-4073 : Unclear message in Construct Line by Best Fit when using duplicate points.
- CAM2M-7308 : The labels after measuring are displayed when "Show labels after measurement" is disabled
Layers
- CAM2M-6525 : When a feature is removed from layer, it retains the layer color and visibility.
Licensing
- CAM2M-7402 : Add Measurement Not Available in Offline Mode
Measurement
- CAM2M-5966 : Target and Adapter combos are enabled when running a QuickTools program
Pick From CAD
- CAM2M-7228 : The Coordinate System Alignment is not created when you are using pick from CAD features
Point Cloud
- CAM2M-6347 : Export Point Cloud to Text should export visible points only
QuickTools
- CAM2M-5887 : Error when changing adapter in Quick Tools
Reporting
- CAM2M-6421 : An error message is displayed when go to report workspace
Shortcuts
- CAM2M-6185 : Is not possible to restore default values in shortcuts
Laser Tracker
- CAM2M-4231 : Measurement continues in two-face mode after unchecking this mode in preferences
- CAM2M-5801 : The measurement window red bar is fixed while measuring, using Stable Point mode.
- CAM2M-5830 : After PC sleep is not possible to take readings with the tracker previously connected
- CAM2M-5855 : The measurement window red bar is fixed while measuring, using Stable Point mode.
- CAM2M-5918 : Two-face measurement preference isn't activated after measuring with single face mode.
Viewer
- CAM2M-5816 : It is not possible to see the probe in some scenarios during the measurement
CAM2 2019.7 Release Notes
This is the seventh maintenance release for CAM2 2019 and includes the following Experimental Features and Fixed Issues for CAM2, Device Center and RPM.
Enhancements
Vector Point - Measurement Experience
Previously available via Experimental Features, the new Vector Point measurement experience has been promoted to a full feature. This delivers a vastly improved measurement experience by including device specific functionality for the FaroArm and Laser Trackers.
STL Front and Back-face Color
We now allow users to over-ride the front and back face color of mesh (STL) files. This can be accessed via the CAD Part Properties and checking ‘Override Cad Color’
Experimental Features
Experimental Features can be activated via File > Help > What’s New > Experimental Features where users must first opt-in to the FARO Customer Experience Program.
Remark: The Features exposed are intended for experimentation. FARO recommends that all are disabled if working with production inspection files.
Alignment User Interface
In this version we provide access to new user interfaces for some of the alignment options. These have been redesigned to provide a cleaner UI to the user, whilst maintaining the existing methods of creating alignments.
The alignments available with new user interfaces are:
- Three Feature
- Datum Alignment
- Coordinate System Alignment
This has also resulted in a redesign of the Alignment ribbon:
- to edit an alignment set the alignment active, then select Edit Active Alignment
- to delete an alignment, set the alignment active, then select Delete Active Alignment
SPC Export
In this version, we provide early access the SPC Export to Excel option with Control Center. From the gallery ribbon, the user first must to activate by clicking the Experimental Feature icon:
Then upon opening an Inspection Program, the Export to Excel icon will be available next to the date filter:
Simply choose the data to export by editing the date and time filter and then export by clicking 
. This will automatically export as an Excel file to the Downloads folder with the name ‘SPC.xlsx’.
When opening in Excel, the file contains 2 pages:
- SPC Summary - showing the CP and CPK for each feature statistic
- SPC Detailed Data – showing the detailed data for all samples selected, showing results for each feature statistic.
Fixed Issues
CAD
- CAM2M-1867 : Unable to assign multiple CAD surface to a Layer
- CAM2M-5249 : Pick from CAD | Other options fail when existing more than 1 CAD imported
- CAM2M-7206 : When pick aligning points on PC alignment the selected point occurs on the edge
File
- CAM2M-6935 : Error: “Settings.bin is locked by another program. Please unlock this file and try again”
- CAM2M-7140 : File saved with measurement data deleted, is identical size to the file with data
GD&T
- CAM2M-7243 : Issue setting composite datums to features
- CAM2M-961 : TP of a cylinder changes drastically after remeasuring its datum
Measurement
- CAM2M-1118 : Surface edge point does not properly compensate for the probe
- CAM2M-7163 : CAM2 takes five minutes to open measurement window for the first time
- CAM2M-5973 : Parts of the point cloud disappear when being compared to the CAD model
Point Cloud Alignment
- CAM2M-177 : The application takes too long time to enter the "Point Cloud Alignment" wizard
Preferences
- CAM2M-7023 : If Form is deactivated in preferences, it is still being enabled in Feature Information
Survey
- CAM2M-251 : Tracker Survey - The time is not counting continuously
Tracker
- CAM2M-7121 : Is not possible to Measure ISP with Stable Point Trigger
CAM2 2019.6 Release Notes
This is the sixth maintenance release for CAM2 2019 and includes the following Experimental Features and Fixed Issues for CAM2, Device Center and RPM.
Enhancements
Pre-alignment measurement experience improvements
Following user feedback, we have improved the pre-alignment measurement experience. The active view, when picking the nominal features, will be used to guide the user. During this time, it is also possible to manually rotate and zoom the view.
Once an alignment is created, the dynamic camera is re-activated.
CAD Back-face Color
We now allow users to override the back face color for single sided CAD files. This can be accessed via the CAD Part Properties and checking ‘Override cad color’
Improvements
CAD Translation default path location
Users can now change the default save location for CAD file via: Preferences >File > Imported CAD (check Override)
Experimental Features
Experimental Features can be activated via File > Help > What’s New > Experimental Features where users must first opt-in to the FARO Customer Experience Program.
Remark: The Features exposed are intended for experimentation. FARO recommends that all are disabled if working with production inspection files.
Vector Point Measurement Experience - Laser Tracker Orientated View
In this version we continue to provide early access to the improved Vector Point measurement experience, as we implement additional improvements based upon user feedback:
To further assist Laser Tracker users, we have provided the ability to manually orientate the 3D view, based upon the device position in relation to the screen.
There are positional icons to the four sides of the 3d viewer, and user can click the icon which best suits where the Laser Tracker is located relative to the PC /laptop. The view will then rotate so that the laser line guidance comes from the same direction.
Fixed Issues
CAD
- CAM2M-6207: After mirroring the CAD, the ISPs are placed on an incorrect surface
Constructions
- CAM2M-7244: Bisecting Line not solving in right place in viewer
Experimental Features
- CAM2M-7214: Some features change visibility after measuring Vector points
File
- CAM2M-6887: It's not possible to open the customer fcd file
Import/Export
- CAM2M-7188: Can't Import ScanLink Binary Files
Measurement
- CAM2M-6228: Degradation of performance when measuring features using distance interval
- CAM2M-7187: An exception is displayed in the log when trying to add readings to Vector Point
- CAM2M-7241: It is not possible to stop measuring CSS with hard probe
Move Device
- CAM2M-4184: Move device does not flip from frontsight to backsight even through the option is turned on in preferences
Preferences
- CAM2M-7176: The preferences window is not displayed correctly.
- CAM2M-7208: Wrong position of dimension values when choosing a custom font style
QuickTools
- CAM2M-5498: CAM2 displayed an exception when trying to run a program that needs the Tracker device but the active device is one FARO 3D Imager
- CAM2M-6313: An exception is thrown after select the measurement step in the QuickTools program without Device Laser Tracker connected
- CAM2M-6598: The measurement gets a considerable lag if we run a QT program that was created with "Create From Features"
Reporting
- CAM2M-6758: Report is showing "Pass" in red color
- CAM2M-7263: After running auto save the report does not update
CAM2 2019.5 Release Notes
This is the fifth maintenance release for CAM2 2019 and includes the following Experimental Features and Fixed Issues for CAM2, Device Center and RPM.
Experimental Features
Experimental Features can be activated via File > Help > What’s New > Experimental Features where users must first opt-in to the FARO Customer Experience Program.
Remark: The Features exposed are intended for experimentation. FARO recommends that all are disabled if working with production inspection files.
Vector Point Measurement Experience
In this version we continue to provide early access to the improved Vector Point measurement experience, as we implement additional improvements based upon user feedback:
- Auto Range
In addition to the user determined circular zone, we have implemented an ‘auto range’ to determine a cylindrical zone either side of the nominal surface, where the probe must enter to enable a reading to be taken.
The range size is automatically calculated, using : zone size + probe diameter + adaptor
Example:
Using a FaroArm with a 6mm probe, and zone size of 5mm, the range will be 11mm on either side of the nominal surface / position.
- Ignore Range
For applications where the auto-range isn’t suitable, It is possible to switch off the range control. Checking the ‘Ignore Range’ box within the Feature Properties will allow a reading to be taken once the probe is within the zone, regardless of range.
Improved Target visibility:
- Red target - probe is not within zone. Measurement cannot be triggered.
- Orange target - probe is within zone but out of range off the surface. Measurement cannot be triggered.
- Green target - probe is in target zone and within range of the surface. Measurement can be triggered.
- Red target - probe is not within zone. Measurement cannot be triggered.
- Easier access to toggle Auto Take Reading from within the Measurement Window
- When active this will automatically take the measurement once inside the zone, which aids the measurement of vector points using smaller zones for accuracy / repeatability.
Note: Once toggled, this will apply to all subsequent vector points.
- When active this will automatically take the measurement once inside the zone, which aids the measurement of vector points using smaller zones for accuracy / repeatability.
- Laser Tracker specific camera behavior
When using a Laser Tracker to measure Vector Points, the camera behavior has been modified providing a top down view, that is perpendicular to the vector of the vector point.
In addition, a red line is displayed, to represent the laser beam to asist the user to determine the correct movement direction in the azimuth angle.
Fixed Issues
Device Center
- CAM2DC-3297: Tracker wrongly shows as available when connection is lost
Imager
- CAM2M-849: Point clouds retrieved by 3D imager have zero length normals
Import/Export
- CAM2M-7173: The imported reference points have the same name
Measurement
- CAM2M-6090: The feature readings of polyline group are displayed with incorrect values on report
- CAM2M-6955: Actual is not updated when Add Readings after Clear all Readings
Move Device
- CAM2M-1588: Max error/Std Dev has a huge error when performing 3 move devices operation
- CAM2M-295: Automatic Move Device Position isn't working with "Set Two Face measurement for uncompensated points" option selected
Point Cloud
- CAM2M-6420: After split a Point cloud the new point cloud created has an indeterminate status
RPM
- RPM-2629: Failed to publish document with large CAD size (139MB)
- RPM-2633: Hole pattern positions trigger out of tolerance message even when in tolerance
Shortcuts
- CAM2M-7159: An exception is displayed when running the shortcut (4 PCD)
- CAM2M-7174: An exception is displayed in the log when running a shortcut
Tracker
- CAM2M-7122: Preference | RMS is above threshold doesn't work when measuring with stable point trigger
CAM2 2019.4 Release Notes
This is the fourth maintenance release for CAM2 2019 and includes the following Enhancements, Improvements, Experimental Features and Fixed Issues for CAM2, Device Center and RPM.
Enhancements
Feature Panel: Identification of feature types
To assist users to identify feature types, CAM2 now displays the icon from the operation used to create the feature, rather than the generic icon for that feature.
At a glance, users can now easily distinguish between ‘Measured’ features and features created by other operations:
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Circle Center Position using Maximum or Minimum Solver
When applying the maximum or minimum solver method to a circle, both diameter and position are recalculated.
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In previous version of CAM2, when applying the maximum or minimum solver method to a circle, the diameter would be recalculated, however the center point position would remain constant between the two methods.
Note: Standard solver method remains unchanged.
Improvements
Shortcut usability
To improve the usability of Shortcuts, several changes have been made to the gallery:
- Single Click execution – single click left mouse button to execute.
- Gallery reformatted – to provide a clearer display of icons. Hovering the cursor over an icon, will display the icon name tooltip.
- Right Clicking on an icon will access the Edit, Delete and Export options.
Dynamic Zoom During Measurement
To further improve the Dynamic Camera during measurement, we have now implemented a Dynamic Zoom approach:
- Features with nominals: if an alignment exists, and features containing nominals are measured, the zoom will dynamically adjust based on the probe distance from the feature, to ensure that both probe and nominal feature are visible during the guidance and measurement process.
- Features without nominals or via Auto Recognize: if nominal features don’t exist or auto recognize is used to measure the feature, the zoom will dynamically adjust to display both probe and the captured readings
- In addition, once all measurement steps have been competed, CAM2 will automatically reset the view to display all features.
Experimental Features
Experimental Features can be activated via File > Help > What’s New > Experimental Features where users must first opt-in to the FARO Customer Experience Program.
Remark: The Features exposed are intended for experimentation. FARO recommends that all are disabled if working with production inspection files.
Vector Point Measurement Experience
In this version we continue to provide early access to the improved Vector Point measurement experience, with further improvements made based on user feedback:
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Fixed Issues
Device Center
- CAM2M-6950: Range Finder Window: Displayed Algorithm, Scan Rate, Scan Density incorrect
- CAM2DC-3248: CAM2 crashes after specific device connection/disconnection sequence
- CAM2DC-3161: After PC recovers from sleep mode, the active probe changes to LLP
DRO
- CAM2M-962: DRO values are incorrectly relative to features that are grouped and hidden
Installer
- CAM2M-7127: Missing .dll files when upgrading from 2019.1
Measurement
- CAM2M-3918: Plane of Coordinate System is used in Clipping plane for Point Cloud
- CAM2M-7076: An exception is displayed when measuring vector points
- CAM2M-7126: Is not possible to modify Tube before saving file
Measurement Data
- CAM2M-7087: It is not possible to edit the probe value on the measurement data tab.
Move Device
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CAM2M-161: When using automatic method, the max error and std dev are incorrect
Point Cloud
- CAM2M-6975: Not able to Measure Point Cloud after opening a specific fcd file
Reporting
- CAM2M-6981: Labels cut off in report
- CAM2M-7117: Using both Group Capture View Data & Capture View affects report formatting
- CAM2M-7120: Report isn't updated correctly
- CAM2M-7144: Is not possible to import the exported document header
Tracker
- CAM2M-7125: Is not possible to measure CSS with tracker device
UCX
- CAM2M-7165: Release Notes, Customer Experience Program etc. windows appears empty.
CAM2 2019.3 Release Notes
This is the third maintenance release for CAM2 2019 and includes the following Experimental Features and fixed issues for CAM2, Device Center and RPM.
Experimental Features
Experimental Features can be activated via File > Help > What’s New > Experimental Features where users must first opt-in to the FARO Customer Experience Program.
Remark: The Features exposed are intended for experimentation. FARO recommends that all are disabled if working with production inspection files.
Vector Point Measurement Experience
In this version we continue to provide early access to the improved Vector Point measurement experience. This version contains additional improvements:.
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Fixed Issues
Analysiss
- CAM2M-283: It isn't possible to compare the points data with CAD
Crash Report
- CAM2M-7072: Unable to send the Crash Report when the FIPS is enabled
Device Center
- CAM2DC-3224: Gage not detected in Device Center
Feature Extraction
- CAM2M-7053: Issue with the Extraction of Square Slot from Point Cloud
Feature Information
- CAM2M-6784: The value of the Form is not recalculated when the worst points are unchecked
Labels
- CAM2M-7114: Missing Front Facing and Reset Scale operations on the ribbon
Licensing
- CAM2M-7105: After an upgrade is not possible to launch CAM2
Measurement
- CAM2M-1678: Option activated for 1 circle stays active for next one
- CAM2M-5372: Pattern update takes too long
Performance
- CAM2M-6917: Lag when selecting or/and measuring features
Point Cloud Alignment
- CAM2M-6844: CAM2 freezes during Point Cloud alignment.
- CAM2M-7025: Unable to perform the Point Cloud Alignment (OpenCL error code ….)
Polyline
- CAM2M-7030: Exception displayed when modifying "Polyline Group 1"
Preferences
- CAM2M-7041: Preference window not displaying correctly with Windows recommended settings
Ribbon
- CAM2M-7098: The user is not able to add the Measure operation to the ribbon.
CAM2 2019.2 Release Notes
This is the second maintenance release for CAM2 2019 and includes the following Enhancements, Experimental Features and fixed issues for CAM2, Device Center and RPM.
Enhancements
FARO Gage Support
Device Center and CAM2 now supports the FARO® Gage, providing existing Gage users measurement to CAD capability, which was only previously possible via 3rd party software.
Experimental Features
Some versions may include Experimental Features which provides early access to in-development features, allowing users to trial and provide feedback. This feedback may be used to further development such features, enabling FARO to provide the best solutions in the most useful way.
Experimental Features can be activated via File > Help > What’s New > Experimental Features where users must first opt-in to the FARO Customer Experience Program.
Remark: The Features exposed are intended for experimentation. FARO recommends that all are disabled if working with production inspection files.
Vector Point Measurement Experience
In this version we provide early access to the improved Vector Point measurement experience. The Dynamic Camera behavior has been enhanced, to provide a smoother visualization to better guide the user to the probing zone.
If the vector point is hidden by CAD, CAM2 will automatically apply transparency to the obstructing surfaces, to reveal the Vector Point and surface.
Once with range of the surface, the view will fix perpendicular to the surface, aiding the user to guide the probe to the required location.
Fixed Issues
Alignments
- CAM2M-7045: Unable to select coordinate system (Manage Alignments)
Constructions
- CAM2M-1677: Bisection line is created in wrong place
Cross Section Scans
- CAM2M-6668: Not being able to create a height where the selected points are ‘in line'
Device Center
- CAM2DC-3144: Fault Exception when measuring Point Cloud connected via Wi-Fi to an Edge Arm
Devices
- CAM2M-6414: FARO Laser Line Probe settings available in Devices tab when LLP is disconnected.
- CAM2M-7037: When measuring a point cloud and LLP is set active, the active probe changes.
Feature Information
- CAM2M-7029: Angle shown out of tolerance, when it is within tolerance.
File
- CAM2M-7044: Unable to open file (Unable to find assembly 'DevExpress.Printing.v13.1.Core, Version=13.1.7.0)
- CAM2M-7046: Is not possible to open a file when the interval (in minutes) value is too large
- CAM2M-7048: Exception when trying to open a customer file
Measurement
- CAM2M-328: Option to compensate a polyline is available
- CAM2M-3584: Surface can only be selected for the first polyline measurement
- CAM2M-6809: ‘Back Probing’ Home-in Points is compensating using probe vector and not surface.
- CAM2M-6992: Solver method statistics aren't recalculated when changing, if whiskers are on.
- CAM2M-7047: Changing the solver method of a cylinder, is not maintained and disappears. disappear.
- CAM2M-7058: Measuring a CSS with LLP, the 6mm probe is displayed, and it is not possible to measure
- CAM2M-7054: Point Cloud - LLP Movement Filter is now disabled with Apply Defaults Option
- CAM2M-28: Filter CAD Edges in Point Cloud Properties is not working correctly
Measurement Data
- CAM2M-1766: Polyline Group Enable/Disable points is not working in Measurement Data panel
Reporting
- CAM2M-1833: If you set a background color, anytime the report is updated the color is lost.
RPM Control Station
- RPM-2609: Error when executing a program after disconnecting the arm on the previous program
Start-up
- CAM2M-7017: CAM2 application crash when opening
TrackArm Wizard
- CAM2M-6194: Tracker does not reset to the 0.875" SMR Home position
View Data
- CAM2M-6964: CAD parts visibility when captured is not being maintained.
Viewer
- CAM2M-196: CAD: Customer STP file is not being rendered correctly in CAD viewer.
CAM2 2019.1 Release Notes
This is the first maintenance release for CAM2 2019 and includes the following fixed issues for and Device Center, CAM2 and RPM.
Fixed Issues
Device Center
- CAM2DC-3076: Unable to execute external trigger with Vantage trackers
Licensing
- CAM2M-6970: Upgrade Hasp driver to 7.92 version
CAD Translator
- CAM2M-6900: The CAD is not correctly translated (Surfaces on 'hidden' layer not shown). (IGS)
- CAM2M-6943: The application takes excessive time to import specific CAD file
Constructions
- CAM2M-6985: Actual and nominal dimension values are both displayed after first alignment.
GD&T
- CAM2M-6625: Surface Profile is incorrectly being calculated as form when no datums applied
Import/Export
- CAM2M-6617: Euler Angles are reversed when using the File > Export > Transformation Matrix option
Installer
- CAM2M-5775: The CAM2 install fails after the first restart
Measurement
- CAM2M-6011: Unable to measure with the USB Arm driver 6.2.0.26
Measurement Data
- CAM2M-11: ISP not being recalculated when saved CAD isn’t found / loaded then manually imported.
Preferences
- CAM2M-6916: Probing - All the preferences related to the Imager3D (Point Cloud) should be disabled
Reporting
- CAM2M-5707: Active Alignment Error not displayed in Report
- CAM2M-6499: All capture views have the same name in the picture template report.
- CAM2M-6886: The Operator and the Company Name do not populate correctly in Pictures report
- CAM2M-6991: An exception is displayed if the user clicks in a new property. (Document Header)
RPM
- RPM 2586: Update HASP SRM Run-time to 7.92
Experimental Features
Some versions may include Experimental Features which allow our users to have visibility of in-development features and allow them to provide feedback based upon their usage. This feedback will be used to assist further development of such features, enabling FARO to provide the best solutions in the most useful way.
If Experimental Features are available within this version, details will be included below, and these can be accessed from:
File > Help > What’s New > Experimental Features window, where you can opt-in to the FARO Customer Experience Program, and then enable Experimental Features of interest.
Remark: The Features exposed are intended for experimentation. FARO recommends that all be turned off if working with production inspection files.
CAM2 2019 Release Notes
This is the first release for CAM2 2019, refer to the What’s New Document for a more detailed explanation of new enhancements, improvements, and fixed issues.
CAM2 2018.10 Release Notes
This is the tenth maintenance release for CAM2 2018, and includes the following enhancements, improvements, and fixed issues.
Improvements
Updated CAM2 Workspace Icons
The workspace icons below the Features panel have been updated.
DRO Icon Added to the Home Ribbon
Users can now activate a DRO for a selected feature, using the DRO icon in the Home ribbon.
Universal CAD Translator Set as Default
The Universal CAD Translators which were previously available via Experimental Feature, are now incorporated fully into CAM2 and become the default CAD Translators.
Note: For a limited time, the previous CAD Translators will be available via the Experimental Features.
Translated CAD Format Changes to x_b
With the implementation of the Universal CAD Translators, the translated format will now be a Parasolid binary format (x_b). This format reduces files size compared to Parasolid Text format (x_t), which remain supported for import into CAM2.
Align My Part – Alignment Results Updated
When using Align My Part, the alignment results shown in the wizard have been updated to display Alignment Accuracy, making it consistent with other alignment results shown in CAM2.
Fixed Issues
CAD Translator
- CAM2M-6068: Unhandled exception occurs in CAD Translator
- CAM2M-6609: Unable to exclude constructed lines
Experimental Features
- CAM2M-6718: Unable to run QuickTool when created using Create from Features and device is disconnected.
File
- CAM2M-5258: CAM2 2018 stopped working when tried to open an fcd file in a network folder without signing in
- CAM2M-5840: If the barcode reader is plugged after CAM2 Measure 10 is launched the FCD doesn't open.
- CAM2M-6567: Unable to open customer file
- CAM2M-6810: Is not possible to open the fcd file
Hoops
- CAM2M-6783: Exception is thrown when starting CAM2 in DE culture
Imager
- CAM2M-6657: Remove target data option didn't remove the targets
Measurement
- CAM2M-6782: CAM2 crash after measuring plane
- CAM2M-6789: Exception thrown after stopping measurement
Performance
- CAM2M-6549: Lag when selecting and / or measuring features
Point Cloud
- CAM2M-6778: The user is not able to see the point cloud after open the fcd file.
Point Cloud Alignment
- CAM2M-329: The alignment isn't performed even after 30 minutes
- CAM2M-6807: Pick Deviation option is available on Point Cloud Alignment | Home tab
Polyline
- CAM2M-257: Polyline group whisker colors are incorrect when using nominal calculation mode
QuickTools
- CAM2M-6452: System.ArgumentNullException when selecting a QuickTools step
Reporting
- CAM2M-6684: CAM2 stopped working when attempting to export measurement data
Ribbon
- CAM2M-6614: When scrolling down/up in the device list, the application navigates in the ribbon tabs.
Shortcuts
- CAM2M-6796: Feature added to Features panel / exception is thrown when double-clicking a ribbon operation
Experimental Features
The goal of Experimental Features is to allow our users to have visibility of in-development features and allow them to provide feedback based upon their usage. This feedback will be used to assist further development of such features, enabling FARO to provide the best solutions in the most useful way.
The list of Experimental Features that are available with each version can be accessed from the:
File > Help > What’s New > Experimental Features window.
Here you can opt-in to the FARO Customer Experience Program, and then enable Experimental Features of interest.
Remark: The Features exposed are intended for experimentation. FARO recommends that all be turned off if working with production inspection files.
Point Cloud Scanning Profiles
The Point Cloud Scanning Profiles are intended to simplify selecting the correct settings for a component by offering a set of out-of-the-box profiles for the common types of parts that our end users scan. These Scanning Profiles describe the types of components rather than the specific settings needed to scan them, making the operator’s life much easier when a part must be scanned.
The biggest change that can be observed is in the Measure > Point Cloud command window and the Point Cloud Properties. The complete section where users would previously see several Point Cloud related capture settings now displays four buttons representing four common scanning settings. Hovering the mouse over each button will display the settings that compose the setting.
Legacy CAD Translators
This version provides access to the legacy CAD translators via the Experimental Features. These translators have been superseded by the Universal CAD translators, and are no longer required, however, for a limited period customer may still activate and utilize these.
Uniform Curvature Filter
This Experimental Feature introduces a new Curvature based algorithm in replacement of the existing Curvature filters.
Turning on this Experimental feature does not introduce any change in the User Interface. Instead, when choosing a Curvature-based filter in the Point Cloud Editing workspace, a new algorithm will be used to filter the Point Cloud. The new method uses the new Grid Filter in combination with an improved curvature calculation that results in a better and more uniform distribution of data.
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CAM2 2018.9 Release Notes
This is the ninth maintenance release for CAM2 2018, and includes the following enhancements, improvements, and fixed issues.
Improvements
Shortcuts
Icons have been updated, and the gallery now expands fully, showing all Shortcuts.
Scan Profiles (Experimental Feature): Last used Scan Profile set as default
When a user selects a Scan Profile, CAM2 will set this as the session, and application default. Therefore, when restarting CAM2 this selection is persisted, and becomes the default.
Scan Profiles (Experimental Feature): Fine Detail activates LLP High Accuracy
When a user selects Fine Detail profile, CAM2 now automatically activates High Accuracy mode within the LLP settings. The High Accuracy mode is also automatically deactivated when selecting another profile type.
High accuracy mode reduces the laser line length but maintains the line point density. This significantly reduces the point to point spacing, allowing finer detailed to be captured during scanning.
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Device Center: Laser Tracker - Connect via Serial Number
It is now possible to connect to a laser Tracker, using the serial number (minimum last 4 digits).
Should the device not be found automatically, the user can select New Device in the Search menu, to access the manual connection options. Here the user can connect to a Laser Tracker using the IP address, and now the device’s serial number.
Device Center: Laser Tracker SDK updated
The Laser Tracker SDK has been updated to version 5.1.5.
Fixed Issues
Alignments
- CAM2M-2143: Nominal values changes when insert the X, Y and Z values
Constructions
- CAM2M-6508: Is not possible to construct Point by Projection in template mode
Cross-Section Scans
- CAM2M-6689: Multiple Cross Section Memory Leak
Devices
- CAM2M-6649: When invoke Measure | Plane the active probe change from 6mm to LLP probe
Device Center
- CAM2DC-2786: When invoking Measure – Plane, the active probe changes from 6mm to LLP
- CAM2DC-2812: Device Center won't start in a clean state OS
- CAM2DC-2569: Quantum Arm Probes aren’t being updated when selected in FaroArm Manager
- CAM2DC-2736: Unable to Set LLP Colour mode
Experimental Features
- CAM2M-6687: Angle of Incidence option doesn't respect Decimal places
GD&T
- CAM2M-40: GD&T true position call out - red border when selecting the datums
- CAM2M-6386: Can’t Set a Datum for Profile of a Polyline
Import/Export
- CAM2M-1680: Is not possible to Import Construct-point-plane-project from Learn files
- CAM2M-184: After exported and re-imported CAD, some faces of CAD part disappear
- CAM2M-185: After exported and re-imported CAD, some faces of CAD part disappear
- CAM2M-186: After exported and re-imported CAD, some faces of CAD part disappear
- CAM2M-6507: Is not possible to import from learn files when using lines from World
Measurement
- CAM2M-1303: Delay after finishing a measurement of a feature until the next feature can be measured
- CAM2M-4341: Software creates a second point while intersecting cone with a line.
QuickTools
- CAM2M-6353: Imager Creator - Readings are being marked outside the image area
QuickTools Player
- CAM2M-6674: Is not possible to launch Quick Tool Player
Reporting
- CAM2M-5058: The customer is not able to generate reports when Inspect Surface is added to the report.
- CAM2M-609:"Inspect Surface" and "Point cloud" didn't appear on report
- CAM2M-6569: Some options are greyed out after making changes
- CAM2M-6699: Report / Session information has wrong information
- CAM2M-6709: The chart is not being generated for Inspect Surface
- CAM2M-6730: Active Alignment error displays an incorrect value on reporting
Tracker
- CAM2M-6121: The Backsight toggle button does not change when sending the tracker Home
Experimental Features
The goal of Experimental Features is to allow our users to have visibility of in-development features and allow them to provide feedback based upon their usage. This feedback will be used to assist further development of such features, enabling FARO to provide the best solutions in the most useful way.
The list of Experimental Features that are available with each version can be accessed from the:
File > Help > What’s New > Experimental Features window.
Here you can opt-in to the FARO Customer Experience Program, and then enable Experimental Features of interest.
Remark: The Features exposed are intended for experimentation. FARO recommends that all be turned off if working with production inspection files.
Universal CAD Translators
In this version we provide time limited access to the new CAD tranlsators, where all major CAD file formats can be translated and imported. This delivers confidence knowing that any file from any proprietary source can be read directly into CAM2.
CAM2 2019 will provide import support to the formats detailed below:
In addition, the ability to directly load the native CAD file also improves the fidelity of the resulting CAD that is used in CAM2 as it eliminates a common double translation to and from open CAD formats, which can be the cause of many surface issues.
Note: Access to this experimental feature will be automatically expire on April 19th 2019
Point Cloud Scanning Profiles
The Point Cloud Scanning Profiles are intended to simplify selecting the correct settings for a component by offering a set of out-of-the-box profiles for the common types of parts that our end users scan. These Scanning Profiles describe the types of components rather than the specific settings needed to scan them, making the operator’s life much easier when a part must be scanned.
The biggest change that can be observed is in the Measure > Point Cloud command window and the Point Cloud Properties. The complete section where users would previously see several Point Cloud related capture settings now displays four buttons representing four common scanning settings. Hovering the mouse over each button will display the settings that compose the setting.
Uniform Curvature Filter
This Experimental Feature introduces a new Curvature based algorithm in replacement of the existing Curvature filters.
Turning on this Experimental feature does not introduce any change in the User Interface. Instead, when choosing a Curvature-based filter in the Point Cloud Editing workspace, a new algorithm will be used to filter the Point Cloud. The new method uses the new Grid Filter in combination with an improved curvature calculation that results in a better and more uniform distribution of data.
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CAM2 2018.8 (Ver. 11.8.267) Release Notes
This is the eighth maintenance release for CAM2 2018, and includes the following enhancements, improvements, and fixed issues.
Enhancements
Export Point Cloud to Mesh - Profiles
To improve CAM2’s meshing capability, new meshing algorithms have been implemented to provide esthetic metrology grade mesh. In addition, the Export Mesh Wizard has been simplified, to guide users to select the correct meshing profile for their data.
The user can export Point Cloud to mesh via File > Import/Export > Export Point Cloud to Mesh
The wizard now offers 3 meshing profiles to assist the user to select the correct meshing parameters for their component:
Smooth: for larger parts with flat or large curved surfaces, and no detail. e.g. car door panels
Curvature: for medium sized parts, with curved and small radiused surfaces. e.g. molded parts
Detailed: for smaller parts with small / fine detail. e.g. coins
Create Nominal Mesh
By utilizing the new meshing algorithms and profiles, it is now possible to create a nominal mesh, directly within CAM2, after selecting the highlighting the required Point Cloud:
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This will create a nominal mesh with CAM2 and save the mesh .stl file to the default location.
Shortcuts Library
In this version we have provided a gallery of over 20 Shortcuts, which are automated basic measurement commands, which allow the user to define quick composite measurement commands, such as the length between two circles or a bolt-hole pattern.
The Shortcuts gallery is found in the Automation tab, and the user can scroll down the gallery, using the arrows to the right-hand side of the window.
Shortcuts can be utilized by double clicking the icon.
Improvements
Improved Point Cloud Visualization and Performance During Scanning
A new approach to improve the visualization of Point Cloud during the scanning process, has been implemented which also improves the scanning performance.
In addition, the colorization of data outside the Point Quality value, has been adjusted to provide a less aggressive appearance.
Fixed Issues
Alignments
- CAM2M-5772: Aligning points are not Highlight during measurement. (Align My Part)
- CAM2M-5799: It is displayed an exception in the log file when deleting coordinate systems.
- CAM2M-6188: An exception is displayed when deleting a coordinate system
- CAM2M-6473: Is not possible to measure (align my part) after measuring with LLP
Constructions
- CAM2M-1780: Software allow to key in negative value for diameter
- CAM2M-3508: Cylindrical Coordinates - deviation for features with nominal of 180 degrees
Cross-Section Scans
- CAM2M-6387: Group Folder with Cross Section Scan: CSS dimensions visible when folder is hidden
- CAM2M-6594: Is not possible to solve CSS with Hard probe
DevExpress
- CAM2M-5007: Unit Format and Coordinate Format buttons doesn’t show comprehensive tooltip
- CAM2M-6435: Unable to cast object of type 'DevExpress.Xpf.Docking.TabbedGroup' …
Device Center
- CAM2M-6244: Clear readings/add readings to Surface Edge, should set active probe to hard probe
- CAM2DC-2553: Connected Device doesn't show up in DC Available list
- CAM2DC-2679: Unstable wireless connections to the old Vantage model
- CAM2DC-2698: Unable to keep a Tracker available when connected via Wi-Fi in a non-English OS
- CAM2DC-2265: Unable to perform the TrackArm with Vantage via Wi-Fi and Quantum S via Bluetooth.
Devices
- CAM2M-6454: After measuring third Point Cloud the active probe doesn't revert to hard probe
- CAM2M-6559: Unable to measure Point Cloud after accessing LLP Settings
Document History
- CAM2M-6412: AccessViolationException when saving file on Windows 7
FaroArm
- CAM2M-5829: After PC sleep the active probe changed to LLP
Feature Extraction
- CAM2M-330: Points cannot be used to create a circle
Feature Information
- CAM2M-5873: In tolerance features, status icon tooltip states ‘out of tolerance’
File
- CAM2M-6442: Crash occurs when navigating to different folders in the attached .fcd
- CAM2M-6443: The system cannot find the drive specified
Imager
- CAM2M-6368: Unable to set up the angle with a non-integer value
Imager-Rotary
- CAM2M-707: Incorrect terminology in movement detection dialog in 3D Imager wizard context
Import/Export
- CAM2M-4741: It is not possible import points without "Feature Name"
Installer
- CAM2M-6558: Wrong message is showing when trying to install CAM2 in invalid operating system
Labels
- CAM2M-3302: Callout labels for Inspect surface doesn’t change colour when changed tolerance
Licensing
- CAM2M-5518: Add readings/Add measurements options available in Offline licensing
- CAM2M-6448: It is possible to measure using offline licensing.
Measurement
- CAM2M-3396: Measurement Window should not be docked.
Point Cloud
- CAM2M-1130: Point cloud is deleted, but still visible in viewer
- CAM2M-297: Export Mesh Progress bar: long delay before seeing progress
Point Cloud Alignment
- CAM2M-5105: Incorrect translation to German of Align Point Cloud operation
QuickTools
- CAM2M-6212: Unable to measure features after measuring a Cross-Section
QuickTools Player
- CAM2M-6537: Is not possible to open QuickTool Player.
- CAM2M-6543: QuickTools Player doesn't recognize the fcd files with QT programs.
- CAM2M-6561: Incorrect version displayed to QuickTools Player
Reporting
- CAM2M-5890: Creating report that includes Inspect Surface, creates empty pages
- CAM2M-5899: Unable to create a report using a specific customer file
Ribbon
- CAM2M-6394: The Tooltips don't have proper text.
Shortcuts
- CAM2M-6444: Could not find a part of specific path for image in xml.
Viewer
- CAM2M-6432: UCEERR_RENDERTHREADFAILURE (Exception from HRESULT: 0x88980406)
Experimental Features
The goal of Experimental Features is to allow our users to have visibility of in-development features and allow them to provide feedback based upon their usage. This feedback will be used to assist further development of such features, enabling FARO to provide the best solutions in the most useful way.
The list of Experimental Features that are available with each version can be accessed from the:
File > Help > What’s New > Experimental Features window.
Here you can opt-in to the FARO Customer Experience Program, and then enable Experimental Features of interest.
Remark: The Features exposed are intended for experimentation. FARO recommends that all be turned off if working with production inspection files.
Universal CAD Translators
In this version we provide time limited access to the new CAD tranlsators, where all major CAD file formats can be translated and imported. This delivers confidence knowing that any file from any proprietary source can be read directly into CAM2.
CAM2 2019 will provide import support to the formats detailed below:
In addition, the ability to directly load the native CAD file also improves the fidelity of the resulting CAD that is used in CAM2 as it eliminates a common double translation to and from open CAD formats, which can be the cause of many surface issues.
Note: Access to this experimental feature will be automatically expire on 15/03/2019
Point Cloud Scanning Profiles
Capturing the right amount of data can be challenging. It becomes even more so when there are a multitude of device, part and filter specific setting that need to be set to guarantee the best trade-off between obtaining enough data for part coverage without taking too much data that then can affect the usability and performance of CAM2.
The Point Cloud Scanning Profiles are intended to simplify this particularly complex configuration step by offering a set of out-of-the-box profiles for the common types of parts that our end users scan. These Scanning Profiles describe the types of components rather than the specific settings needed to scan them, making the operator’s life much easier when a part must be scanned.
The biggest change that can be observed is in the Measure > Point Cloud command window and the Point Cloud Properties. The complete section where users would previously see several Point Cloud related capture settings now displays four buttons representing four common scanning settings. Hovering the mouse over each button will display the settings that compose the setting.
Uniform Curvature Filter
This Experimental Feature introduces a new Curvature based algorithm in replacement of the existing Curvature filters. Turning on this Experimental feature does not introduce any change in the User Interface. Instead, when choosing a Curvature-based filter in the Point Cloud Editing workspace, a new algorithm will be used to filter the Point Cloud.
The new method uses the new Grid Filter in combination with an improved curvature calculation that results in a better and more uniform distribution of data.
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CAM2 2018.7 (Ver. 11.7.143) Release Notes
This is the seventh maintenance release for CAM2 2018, and includes the following enhancements, improvements, and fixed issues.
Enhancements
Removal of Planar Grid Filter
The Planar Grid Filter option has been removed from the Point Cloud Scanning filter as well as from the Point Cloud editing mode. When opening files that have been saved with these Filters, they will display the None filter instead. It is recommended to use the improved Grid Filter which provides a better point distribution and overall performance. More information on the Grid Filter can be found below.
Improvements
Improved Grid Filter
A significant change has been made to the Grid Filters to improve the overall point distribution while maintaining the performance of the previous Grid filter. The improved results have supported the decision to deprecate the Planar Grid Filter.
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Point Cloud Properties, Set Grid Normal as Default Filter
Building on the previous improvements and given the benefits obtained from the new improved Grid Filter, CAM2 2018.7 will, by default, set the Point Cloud Scanning filter to Normal Grid (0.250mm).
Change STL Color to Gold
When importing STL files, these will now be displayed in a Golden color by default.
Fixed Issues
Alignments
- CAM2M-6291: The nominal Length value changes to an incorrect value when changing the active Coordinate System
- CAM2M-6302: Alignments are not automatically recalculated after deleting the readings and remeasuring all features
- CAM2M-6316: Alignment is not created when the Align with World option is checked in the Create Coordinate System Wizard
- CAM2M-5756: The Align My Part Wizard aborts during measurement when using 3 spheres for the alignment
- CAM2M-5814: The CTE values are always in Fahrenheit
- CAM2M-6261: The Device Position is not displayed in the correct location in the CAD View
- CAM2M-6255: The Material name column is empty running in a language different from English
CAD Viewer
- CAM2M-34: Performance of CAD View deteriorates when displaying whiskers on a file with many features
Cobalt Array Imager
- CAM2M-163: The Total Angle value is not rounded correctly when setting the number of scan positions
- CAM2M-5842: A System.NullReferenceException error is displayed when re-scanning a Point Cloud
- CAM2M-6332: The Scanning Filter is set to Planar when Measuring a Point Cloud and an Imager Array is set as the Active Device
Constructions
- CAM2M-5357: Matching actual construction is not created when adding readings to a Nominal construction Point between 2 lines
- CAM2M-5897: The construction of a Point by intersection of a Line and Cone fails
- CAM2M-6152: The construction of a Point by intersection of a Coordinate System Axis and Cone fails
Device Center
- CAM2M-6136: Laser Line Probe cannot be selected in Device Management window
Feature Information
- CAM2M-6362: Diameter value of measured circle changes with different alignments in saved file
- CAM2M-2104: Position values disappear and New Nominal Point is created when users override the diameter value in the Feature Information Panel
File
- CAM2M-6050: Is not possible to open a customer file
- CAM2M-6065: Export Point Cloud as Mesh takes up to 1 hour to export on very dense Point Cloud
- CAM2M-1192: Imported Reference Points are in different location than is defined in text file
- CAM2M-5874: Cannot Preview, Apply, or Export a User Profile unless a new profile has been created previously.
Languages
- CAM2M-5880: Some texts are not translated in certain languages
Laser Tracker
- CAM2M-5802: Remove Last Point command does not work when measuring with the Stable Point Trigger mode
Measurement
- CAM2M-162: Offset value being applied when using the Cross Section from Screen option
- CAM2M-6027: Cannot edit the properties of a Coordinate System if the active Coordinate Format is different than the one set at creation time (cartesian, cylindrical, spherical)
- CAM2M-6028: Multiple planes are created after pressing End Measurement when the Coordinate Format is set to Cylindrical
- CAM2M-6119: Measured features do not solve when Coordinate Format is set to Cylindrical
- CAM2M-5985: Export Measurement Data to Text File is not exporting the correct X, Y, Z values
Point Cloud
- CAM2M-6227: The actual value for the form is calculated incorrectly for a Point Cloud in a given customer file
- CAM2M-6294: Changing the Scanning Filter to Planar takes a very long time
- CAM2M-6295: The Filter CAD Edge option is always applied even when this option is unchecked
- CAM2M-6299: The grid size set in Preferences is not being set as default when creating a Point Cloud
- CAM2M-6304: The Scanning Filter applied to an imported Point Cloud is incorrect
- CAM2M-6216: The Lock Viewers button is disabled in Point Cloud Registration mode
- CAM2M-6378: The lighting is not being applied correctly on Point Clouds
- CAM2M-5337: The Form statistic has an incorrect value
Preferences
- CAM2M-303: Apply to All for GD&T Tolerances page does not change tolerance visibility
QuickTools
- CAM2M-324: Multi-selection of QuickTools steps may become slow
- CAM2M-5242: The Create from Features option doesn't work properly for Offline licenses
- CAM2M-6254: An error message is displayed when running an Activate 6Probe step
- CAM2M-6276: An error message is displayed when the user is using 6Probe but chooses to override the Target and Adapter to SMR (Properties | Tooling)
Reporting
- CAM2M-5898: Slow performance when creating a report for the first time
- CAM2M-6124: Choose Background on report doesn't work correctly
Setup
- CAM2M-6366: Unable to upgrade version 2018.6 to 2018.7
Shortcuts
- CAM2M-6118: Certain Row's / Columns of shortcuts not working
Experimental Features
Experimental Features are new software capabilities that, while are still in development, FARO chooses to make available to our end users. The goal of such a program is to allow our users to get visibility into what is in development as well as provide feedback that can be appropriately be integrated as the Features are still in development. Customers participating in our Experimental Features are helping FARO to provide the best solutions in the most useful way.
The list of Experimental Features that are available with each version can be accessed from the File > Help > What’s New > Experimental Features window. Here you can enable the Experimental Features of interest and, in doing so, will also be required to participate in the FARO Customer Experience Program.
Remark: The Features exposed are intended for experimentation. FARO recommends that all be turned off if working with production inspection files.
Point Cloud Scanning Profiles
Capturing the right amount of data can be challenging. It becomes even more so when there are a multitude of device, part and filter specific setting that need to be set to guarantee the best trade-off between obtaining enough data for part coverage without taking too much data that then can affect the usability and performance of CAM2.
The Point Cloud Scanning Profiles are intended to simplify this particularly complex configuration step by offering a set of out-of-the-box profiles for the common types of parts that our end users scan. These Scanning Profiles describe the types of components rather than the specific settings needed to scan them, making the operator’s life much easier when a part must be scanned.
The biggest change that can be observed is in the Measure > Point Cloud command window and the Point Cloud Properties. The complete section where users would previously see several Point Cloud related capture settings now displays four buttons representing four common scanning settings. Hovering the mouse over each button will display the settings that compose the setting.
Uniform Curvature Filter
This Experimental Feature introduces a new Curvature based algorithm in replacement of the existing Curvature filters. Turning on this Experimental feature does not introduce any change in the User Interface. Instead, when choosing a Curvature-based filter in the Point Cloud Editing workspace, a new algorithm will be used to filter the Point Cloud. The new method uses the new Grid Filter in combination with an improved curvature calculation that results in a better and more uniform distribution of data.
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| Current Curvature Filter | Experimental Grid Filter |
CAM2 2018.6 (Ver. 11.6.88) Release Notes
This is the sixth maintenance release for CAM2 2018, and includes the following enhancements, improvements, and fixed issues.
Enhancements
Removal of Planar Grid Filterr
The Point Quality filter, previously only available with Planar or Grid scanning filters, is now available when applying the ‘None’ scanning filter. This enables users to identify the scan quality and remove or replace areas deemed of a lesser quality.
Improvements
6Probe™ - Very Low Battery State
To further support 6Probe users, another battery state ‘Very Low’ has been implemented into the Measurement Window. The battery icon will show a red border when this state is reached.
3D Imager Tangential Points Converted to Point Quality
The 3D Imager tangential point option is the equivalent of the Laser Line Probe Point Quality option.
When using an Imager, the ‘Tangential points’ option within the Point Cloud properties, has been replaced by ‘Point Quality’, to aid users by providing consistent terminology and functionality regardless of the scanning device type being used.
Fixed issues
Alignments
- CAM2M-39: The ISP values change when "Modify" is selected, even without any alteration
- CAM2M-6138: Exception displayed after measuring a CSS and is not possible to perform the alignment
Bundle Adjustment
- CAM2M-187: Bundle Adjustment Solution window: unable to see all the Device positions or targets
Devices
- CAM2M-6206: Device Center does not detect devices when FIPS is enabled
- CAM2M-6238: Point Cloud operations not available after arm is powered on
Feature Information
- CAM2M-32: DIN and DIN ISO tolerances in feature information panel for Length Measurement is zero
General
- CAM2M-6025: The apply button is not available on the measurement data panel
- CAM2M-6155: Is not possible open a specific file
- CAM2M-6182: Surface Edge operation is not available when using a FARO Arm with LLP attached
Imager
- CAM2M-5843: Exception shown when scanning a Point cloud that is compared to a surface different from CAD Assembly
- CAM2M-6093: It is not possible to select and delete folders on Imager Array Phases Configuration
- CAM2M-6151: Imager Array operations are not available when Imager Array is active device.
Import/Export
- CAM2M-157: Is not possible to import XLN files
Labels
- CAM2M-6154: Label readings not shown when picked form Inspect Surface
Learn Files
- CAM2M-6157: Iterative alignment is not imported from learn files
Pick From CAD
- CAM2M-4367: Pick From CAD-function does not work when CAD is mirrored around X axis
Point Cloud
- CAM2M-6242: Unable to perform the Fine Registration (The application locks up)
Preferences
- CAM2M-5989: Unable to save preference changes after performing a move device position
QuickTools
- CAM2M-5795: Selecting more than one ChangeAdapter Step does not block different combos
- CAM2M-6170: Is not possible to change 6probe adapter during a QuickTools Program
- CAM2M-6179: ‘Lag ‘observed when measuring Vector Points or Cross Section Scan within a QuickTool
- CAM2M-6212: Unable to measure other features after measuring a Cross-Section with a QuickTool
Shortcuts
- CAM2M-6221: Keyboard shortcuts do not work
Tracker
- CAM2M-6030: Parts of the customization window are cut off
- CAM2M-6086: FaroLaserTrackerBusyException when turn ON/OFF the Motor using 6Probe buttons
Tubing
- CAM2M-6172: CAM2 freeze with automatic Tube Alignment
- CAM2M-6175: It is not possible to key in a tube after File>New
Experimental Features
In CAM2 2018 we may expose experimental features to our users, these can be accessed through the File > Help > What’s New > Experimental Features window. You can toggle them on or off. These should only be used for experimentation and should all be turned off if working with production inspection files.
Remark: While using Experimental Features, it is required that you participate in FARO Customer Experience Improvement Program.
CAM2 2018.5 (Ver. 11.5.163) Release Notes
This is the fifth maintenance release for CAM2 2018, and includes the following enhancements, improvements, and fixed issues.
Enhancements
Minor enhancements for FARO® Laser Tracker 6Probe™
We have continued to improve CAM2 support for 6Probe in this version, with several minor enhancements based on feedback received from the launch of 2018.4.
Improved Left vs Right Hand Visual Feedback
Instead of switching left to right we now highlight the chosen hand configuration.
Improved Operation List Accessibility for 6Probe Configuration Window
To enable easy verification of which operations are already mapped to 6Probe buttons, from within the combo box, operations that are already assigned to a button are shown in bold.
Allowing to Turn ON/OFF the "Follow Me" Command Using 6Probe Buttons
The Turn ON/OFF the “Follow Me” command, has been added to the 6Probe button configuration UI.
6Probe Related Button Icons Have Been Updated
The 6Probe command icons shown in the Devices ribbon, have been updated based on feedback collected, to clearly identify the commands.
Label Readings - Support to add Callouts to Readings.
We have enabled support to manually attach deviation callouts to readings of specific features: Surface Edge, Polyline, Polyline Group, Inspect Surface. This function has been made available under the Labels ribbon group on View Tab.
Improvements
Improved Cross-section from STL Support
Cross sectioning of Point Cloud and STL has been improved to support partial and non-manifold STL sections.
Improved Consistency of TrackArm Alignments Result
To improve the consistency of how TrackArm relocation results are reported within CAM2, we have now aligned the displayed information shown in Device Manager > Device Position window, to those that are shown at the end of TrackArm wizard routine.
Fixed issues
Alignments
- CAM2M-5718: Alignment inconsistent in several program executions
- CAM2M-5778: First alignment is always bad comparing to the next ones in RPM
- CAM2M-6088: It's not possible to re-solve an alignment after including a surface edge on report
Crash Report
- CAM2M-6131: Unable to authenticate on crash data server
Installer
- CAM2M-6058: Unable to install CAM2 2018.5 from command line using certain parameters
Measurement
- CAM2M-6070: Feature readings shown in World coordinates, when a different alignment is active.
Pick From CAD
- CAM2M-5888: Text error in 'Pick From CAD' ribbon for Inspect Surface Point
Ribbon
- CAM2M-5598: "Motor On" and "Set Backsight" commands have opposite behavior
Tracker
- CAM2M-5958: The Tracker is unavailable after Start-up Checks
- CAM2M-5979: During 6Probe measurement, battery status alternates between 0 and actual value
- CAM2M-5983: The highlighting of 6Probe configurations between right and left hand is incorrect
- CAM2M-5987: Motor On/Off icon in ribbon is not updated when selecting using the 6Probe buttons
- CAM2M-6006: Error message shown if Probe Management is open / hidden, and icon is pressed.
- CAM2M-6060: The measurement interval is not constant when using the "long press" button
Experimental Features
In CAM2 2018 we may expose experimental features to our users, these can be accessed through the File > Help > What’s New > Experimental Features window. You can toggle them on or off. These should only be used for experimentation and should all be turned off if working with production inspection files.
Remark: While using Experimental Features, it is required that you participate in FARO Customer Experience Improvement Program.
CAM2 2018.4 (Ver. 11.4.139) Release Notes
This is the fourth maintenance release for CAM2 2018, and includes the following enhancements, improvements, and fixed issues.
Enhancements
FARO® VantageS6, VantageE6, and 6Probe Support
CAM2 2018.4 now supports the new FARO 6Probe, which when used with the new VantageS6 and VantageE6 Laser Tracker provides a complete 6DoF measurement solution.
The newly designed 6Probe functionality can be easily accessed from the Devices ribbon, within the 6Probe group.
There are 2 new 6Probe functions:
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Probe Management
Selecting Probe Management icon, will provide access to the Probe Management Window. From this interface, the user can setup, compensate and check the 6Probe:
Probe Configuration
Whilst the 6Probe has 4 buttons, CAM2 provides the user the ability to program up to 12 different commands by utilizing Single Click, Double Click or Long Press actions.
This additional functionality and intuitive interface, will provide users additional freedom to do more with the 6Probe.
Export Point Clouds with Color
CAM2 2018 now allows for exporting point cloud data with colour information. From the export dialog, you can select the option Colour to include the colour information on the exported file.
Translation of *.asm and *.prt (ProE / Creo ) CAD Files
CAM2 is now supports the import of asm.* and prt.* files directly into CAM2 2018. This is a seamless improvement in the software and the import CAD workflow is not affected.
Improvements
Improved Scanning Performance when Using a Clipping Plane
When defining a clipping plane prior to scanning point cloud data, CAM2 will now ignore any data the LLP captures, that is being clipped by the plane. This change allows for higher scanning performance and smaller file sizes.
Change Operator to Read-Only Using Current Windows User
The operator name is now populated using current windows logon account and is shown as a read only field on the Document Header and Report. This was added to provide secure user traceability, as requested by several customers.
Should the user wish to have a manual entry for the operator name, this can be achieved by simply adding a custom field to the Document Header.
Measure All Workflow Improvement to Prompt User for Measured / Unmeasured Features
To further support workflow simplification in CAM2 2018 we have expanded the capability of the Measure All function, to now automatically recognize when measured and unmeasured features are present. When the feature panel contains a mix of features with and without readings, the user will be asked whether they wish to re-measure previously measured features, i.e. those that already have readings.
If the user selects ‘yes’, all features in the Features panel will be measured, replacing any existing readings. If the user selects ‘no’, only the features without readings will be measured, skipping those features that already have readings.
The default behavior can also be determined from within the preferences:
OOC (Keep Raw Data) Support Improvements
Our out of core technology has been improved to handle removal of point cloud data. When Keep Raw Data is checked, all the data captured by a FARO Laser Line Probe will be saved directly to a separate file (PBS) without data loss, allowing for later processing of point cloud data.
CAM2 will now permanently remove saved data, when applying a ‘Clear Readings’ and create a new PBS file when applying ‘Add Readings’.
When in editing point clouds, deleting data will now detach the point cloud from the PBS file.
Fixed issues
Alignments
- CAM2M-3630: Poor Alignment result (even after using an aligning point)
- CAM2M-5042: Alignment Statistics change each time you perform "Apply/Solve" (Three Feature Alignment/Inspect Surface Point Alignment)
- CAM2M-5794: CS, 'Align with' World is checked, however after creating the CS, the World is not aligned.
- CAM2M-5827: You can't delete points with the button "delete last point" while doing Surface point Alignment using Align My Part Wizard
Cross-Section Scans
- CAM2M-5859: Wrong title from Cross-Section Scan Window
Devices
- CAM2M-5825: The encoders window not displayed when connecting an arm post software installation.
- CAM2M-5846: After turning Arm off/on, it is not possible to measure
File
- CAM2M-5817: System.NullReferenceException is raised when closing CAM2 2018
- CAM2M-5839: An exception is displayed when opening a FCD file using barcode reader
- CAM2M-5861: Time to revert the active alignment to none is too long
Import/Export
- CAM2M-5809: Buttons for adding/removing individual deviation markers to export are not available (Export Deviation Markers Wizard)
Installer
- CAM2M-5838: When opening CAM2 2018 from an FCD a window is displayed to install the barcode reader drivers
Measurement
- CAM2M-5591: It is not possible to Edit Probe Settings in the Measurement Data panel.
- CAM2M-5788: The list of adapters on the measurement window is not the same as in Device Center
Point Cloud
- CAM2M-5824: Is not possible to measure point cloud
QuickTools
- CAM2M-5747: Change Adapter button should be disable on QuickTool Panel when not in record mode
Tracker
- CAM2M-5822: Exception occurs in step Add Readings on a specific FCD
- CAM2M-5848: Inability to connect to Laser Tracker with CAM2 2018 on Windows 1803
- CAM2M-5879: RMs value is not calculated for Laser Tracker
Experimental Features
In CAM2 2018 we may expose experimental features to our users, these can be accessed through the File > Help > What’s New > Experimental Features window. You can toggle them on or off. These should only be used for experimentation and should all be turned off if working with production inspection files.
Remark: While using Experimental Features, it is required that you participate in FARO Customer Experience Improvement Program.
CAM2 2018.3 (Ver. 11.3.111) Release Notes
This is the third maintenance release for CAM2 2018, and includes the following enhancements, improvements, and fixed issues.
Enhancements
Prizm™ Laser Line Probe Support
CAM2 2018.3 now supports the Prism™ Color LLP, enabling the capture and display of colored point clouds in CAM2.
Import Point Cloud Wizard
A wizard has been provided supporting the import of Point Cloud from .asc, .ptx, .txt and .xyz formats. The Point Cloud option has therefore been removed from the Import Points wizard. The import / export of colored point cloud is also supported.
Improvements
Disabling Point Cloud Raw Data storage during editing.
When capturing Point Cloud, the ‘Keep Raw Data’ option stores data captured at the full resolution of the LLP to the hard drive, regardless of the filter used.
To improve performance and to avoid unwanted data being retrieved from the raw data, when performing certain point cloud editing operations the ‘Keep Raw Data’ will be now disabled. Users will be notified when an operation will disable the ‘Keep Raw Data’, since once applied data can no longer be retrieved.
Fixed issues
Measurement
- CAM2M-3976: Exception when closing the Measurement window for Point Cloud
- CAM2M-5687: Measuring a Plane with 3 Points using auto- recognize shows Form greater than 0
- CAM2M-5744: The Stable Point Trigger requires user to manually press G key to start.
- CAM2M-5755: If a LLP is detached from a connected arm, Point Cloud buttons are still active.
Extraction
- CAM2M-5711: Circle extraction when less than 3 points are selected causes exception
Alignment
- CAM2M-5745: Iterative alignment using 4 circles does not solve.
GD&T
- CAM2M-5721: GD&T calculations for Parallelism and Perpendicular incorrect.
QuickTool
- CAM2M-5780: CAM2 freezes when executing "Aim at" step in a QuickTool.
CAM2 2018.2 (Ver. 11.2.192) Release Notes
This is the second maintenance release for CAM2® 2018, and includes the following enhancements, improvements, and fixed issues.
Enhancements
Extraction of Rectangular and Round Slots Using Minimum Fit
It is now possible to change between Minimum (maximum inscribed) and Standard Fit (best fit) solver methods on extracted rectangular or round slots on the feature properties window.
Improvements
Improved Performance by Reducing Number of Alignment Resolves
Continuing the improvements on the alignments of point clouds, we have improved performance in several cases by reusing the same alignment to avoid unnecessary recalculations.
Fixed Issues
Alignments
- CAM2M-44: Alignment result is empty after selecting ‘Apply/Solve’ sequentially several times.
ARM_SDK
- CAM2M-5580: Alignment fails using partial scan and full CAD model, on customer fcd.
Cross-Section Scans
- CAM2M-3294: Unable to measure Cross-Section-Scan when "keep raw data" is checked.
Device Center
- CAM2M-5578: Unable to connect to a specific Vantage Tracker using custom IP address
- CAM2M-5582: Unable to restart Device Server in a specific scenario
- CAM2M-5597: Device Center ‘stops working’ after completing Tracker Self Compensation
- CAM2M-5648: Probe display orientation incorrect in Align My Part wizard.
Devices
- CAM2M-5465: When Measuring a Point Cloud, prior to taking readings, the active probe switches between LLP and 6mm probe
DRO
- CAM2M-5305: DRO background tolerance colors not being displayed
Import/Export
- CAM2M-5662: Unable to import device position via Manage Devices
Point Cloud Alignment
- CAM2M-4222: Exception shown when Point Cloud Alignment does not solve, when incorrect clipping plane hides all points.
- CAM2M-5115: Unable to solve point cloud alignment with customer file /CAD.
Reporting
- CAM2M-5346: Tabular Pass/Fail Template: Status shown as ‘Pass’ when no actual value is present.
- CAM2M-5362: Detailed Template: Status shown as ‘Pass’ on a GD&T callout, even though it fails
Ribbon
- CAM2M-5607: Devices Ribbon: Laser Tracker commands not available when Device Centre is open.
TrackArm
- CAM2M-5630: Silent exception executing Locate TrackArm using Tracker (not visible to user)
Experimental Features
CAM2 exposes experimental features to our users. These can be found and ‘toggled’ on / off via File > Help > What’s New > Experimental Features window. These features should only be used for experimentational purposes and are not intended to be used for regular component measurement or inspection.
Note: To enable the use of Experimental Features, the user is required to participate in FARO Customer Experience Improvement Program.
CAM2 2018.1 (Ver. 11.1.467) Release Notes
This is the first maintenance release for CAM2® 2018, and includes the following enhancements, improvements, obsolete features and fixed issues.
Enhancements
Add Show Feature Window (DRO) to Feature List Context Menu
In the previous version of CAM2 2018, the option to display the Feature Window (DRO) was only accessible through a shortcut key. Users can now display a DRO through the feature selection context menu (right click menu).
Allow the user to change Solver Method for Hard Probe Slots
Users are now able to choose between Standard (Best Fit) and Minimum (maximum inscribed) solver methods for Hard Probed Rectangular and Round Slots in CAM2.
Improvements
CAM2 Start-up Time Significantly Improved
In this first maintenance release for CAM2, the start-up time has been reduced on average by 50% depending upon the computer specifications being used.
Open CL Support for Hardware Acceleration
In this version, to remove the dependency on Nvidia graphics cards, we have migrated from Nvidia CUDA to Open CL for hardware accelerated calculations. This makes CAM2 2018.1 compatible with a wider range of graphic card brands.
Historically customers with non-Nvidia graphics cards would constantly see a warning prompt and border around the 3D viewer, indicating the graphics card driver was outdated. This will now cease to be required and our hardware accelerated calculations will still run using graphic cards supporting OpenCL version 1.1 or higher.
Improved Fine Registration of Point Cloud Data
We have considerably improved our fine registration algorithms to provide more consistent results, improved accuracy and better registration in overlapping areas.
Improved Feature Extraction Repeatability
Significant improvements have been made to the extraction of circles using the Thin Material option, to provide highly repeatable results.
Obsolete Features
Feature Creator Panel
This has been removed to improve start-up time, and to eliminate incompatibility issues.
Fixed Issues
CAD
- CAM2M-1635: CAM2 poor performance when Loading large CAD
- CAM2M-5057: Unable to import CAD when FIPS compliance policy is enabled
- CAM2M-5239: After export to IGES file and importing back into CAM2, the measured features do not exist
Cross-Section Scans
- CAM2M-4546: Cross section dimensions are lost when unused points are deleted.
Customer Experience
- CAM2M-5302: The customer experience window is shown in the device center even after accepting / rejecting in CAM2 2018.
Device Center
- CAM2M-5071: CAM2 stops working after close version 11.1.0
- CAM2M-5118: CAM2 2018 loses the active probe when using FARO Arm with LLP
- CAM2M-5152: Unable to connect to the selected device.
- CAM2M-5153: An exception is thrown when the user removes ‘unavailable’ Imagers from Device Center
Devices
- CAM2M-5464: Is not possible to measure with LLP when 2 devices are connected
File
- CAM2M-5205: Could not Load file or assembly "Faro.Cad" when opening fcd
- CAM2M-5236: CAM2 2018 not recognizing fcd files when try to open using File | Open
GD&T
- CAM2M-4350: GD&T | Labels | Software crash when trying to collect readings for first feature
- CAM2M-4548: When applying MMC to a feature, CAM2 applies the bonus tolerance even when the feature size is out of tolerance
General
- CAM2M-35: CAM2 slow start-up/load time
- CAM2M-49: Filter editor does not work correct in "Measurement Data"
Imager Array
- CAM2M-5519: CAM2 crashes when creating an imager array
Imager-Rotary
- CAM2M-5066: 3D Imager wizard intermittently gets stuck in a scanning step
Import/Export
- CAM2M-3317: Tube break points should be exported according to the created coordinate system
Labels
- CAM2M-3961: Assigning or removing a datum from a feature also creates labels for every other feature
- CAM2M-4173: The Label attached to a surface point is floating in space
- CAM2M-5241: The values displayed in the labels detailed are difficult to see (greyed out) when nominal information is not present
Layers
- CAM2M-4046: Layer color appears on PC and color coding
Licensing
- CAM2M-5525: In Offline, when exiting template mode cannot ask to measure all
Measurement
- CAM2M-3955: Auto-recognize features doesn't work when CAM2 starts for first time
- CAM2M-5492: It is not possible to collect readings to Cross Section Scan using Hard Probe
Notification Center
- CAM2M-4635: Notification exception when there is no Network connection
Point Cloud
- CAM2M-5178: It is not possible see the point cloud when comparing with CAD
- CAM2M-5441: When rescanning when ‘temperature out of tolerance’ is detected, scanning will not end
QuickTools
- CAM2M-2126: Is not possible to run a Quick Tools from batch file
- CAM2M-4037: Exception shown in measurement window, when running a QuickTool in QT Player.
- CAM2M-4678: Quick Tools Date Not Properly Displayed
QuickTools Player
- CAM2M-5021: QuickTools Player stops when a comment is added to the QuickTools program
Reporting
- CAM2M-5172: No value for Inspect Surface Points shown in Detailed Report template (German Language).
- CAM2M-5368: Exporting reports in pdf format in Polish has some fonts with special characters that are not printing out properly
Shortcuts
- CAM2M-5235: The "New" option in Automation > Shortcuts is disabled
- CAM2M-5327: Commands from a shortcut aren't included in a QT program when QT is in recording mode
Viewer
- CAM2M-1437: CAD Colouring changes when switching units
- CAM2M-164: Tooltip is displayed incorrectly for Coordinate Systems
- CAM2M-50: Spheres do not display in the CAD view
Experimental Features
CAM2 2018.1 now exposes experimental features to our users. These can be found and ‘toggled’ on / off via File > Help > What’s New > Experimental Features window. These features should only be used for experimentational purposes and are not intended to be used for regular component measurement or inspection.
Note: To enable the use of Experimental Features, the user is required to participate in FARO Customer Experience Improvement Program.
Extraction of Rectangular and Round Slots using Minimum Fit
When activated the extraction of slots will be calculated using the Minimum solver method (max inscribed), rather than the Standard method (Best Fit). Using this method all readings will be on the outside of the calculated slot.
CAM2 2018.0 (Ver. 11.0.7) Release Notes
This is the first release for CAM2® 2018, and includes the following enhancements, improvements, obsolete features and fixed issues.
Enhancements
Refer to the What’s New Document for a more detailed explanation of how to use these new features.
- C2MEAS-75 Reorganization of Home Ribbon
- C2MEAS-22 Enhanced Graphics Experience
- C2MEAS-35 Scan Data Quality
- C2MEAS-84 Redesigned GD&T Workflow
- C2MEAS-84-2 Improved Label Anchoring
- C2MEAS-84-6 Custom Views and Report Images
- C2MEAS-87 New Report Templates
- C2MEAS-89 Device Center
- C2MEAS-90 Repeat Part Management
- C2MEAS-91 RPM Control Station
- C2MEAS-80 Notification Center
Improvements
- CAM2M-4820 PC alignment improvements
- CAM2M-4819 Improve consistency of Feature Extraction
- C2MEAS-28 Added multi path options for FARO® Cobalt Array Imager
- CAM2M-1796 Separation of Point Cloud and Feature point sizes
- CAM2M-2192 Feature labels point to perimeter rather than to the center of the features
- CAM2M-2357 Removal of Quick launch toolbar
- CAM2M-2385 Improved sound when measuring Point Clouds
- CAM2M-2391 New Point Cloud selection command based on data quality
- CAM2M-4181 Application splash screen displays version information
Fixed Issues
- CAM2M-3873 Degradation of performance when rotate viewer, add measurements
- CAM2M-179 Changes made on the ribbon are lost after closing the application
- CAM2M-194 The device manager and the probe manager are always in foreground mode in Windows
- CAM2M-252 The "Angular Accuracy Checks" and "Self Compensation" windows show up always in background
- CAM2M-254 Message window title is incorrect when reconnecting an imager from an imager array
- CAM2M-255 Italian texts are displayed when adding a Laser Tracker on a Japanese installation
- CAM2M-2271 Probe disappears from CAD View after performing an automatic alignment
- CAM2M-2734 Feature extraction inconsistencies observed running a QuickTool for a part that is not in its original orientation
- CAM2M-2740 The Device Control Panel does not appear on primary monitor after disconnecting from a secondary monitor.
- CAM2M-3705 Customer file cannot be opened in CAM2 Measure 10
- CAM2M-3880 CAM2 Measure 10 stopped working after calibration of TrackArm probe inside "TrackArm" mode
- CAM2M-717 Remove or reorder built-in ribbon operations are not persisted
- CAM2M-1785 Change the order of the tabs and they do not get saved
- CAM2M-2628 The Successful Connection dialog box appears behind the other windows.
- CAM2M-3068 For a length measurement, there should be tolerances changed according to tolerance table ISO/DIN. And hole diameters should be changed also
- CAM2M-3165 DCP shows invalid calibration information after selecting an LLP with no compensation
- CAM2M-3166 DCP shows wrong calibration information for active LLP
- CAM2M-3169 Empty contextual menu "Construct" is displayed
- CAM2M-3246 Viewer freezes if autosave is triggered while mouse down event
- CAM2M-3248 Round slots are missing straight segments in resulting image when exporting screen via the Export as Image command
- CAM2M-3254 Issues when extracting a line using the method "Thin material" in a point cloud measure with LLP device
- CAM2M-3304 Datums used in Datum Alignment are not visible in GD&T mode after it is solved.
- CAM2M-3374 DCP selected probe calibration date is one hour behind
- CAM2M-3512 When constructed circle has label shown and all the data is cleared the label remains despite no data to produce the circle
- CAM2M-3515 The Point Cloud disappears (extreme zoom Out) after resetting the Cad View by pressing the ‘R’ key
- CAM2M-3592 Changes made to a folder are not reflected in report. (Coordinate System/Type/Units)
- CAM2M-3719 Display Color Gradient Labels preferences changing
- CAM2M-3742 Detailed report option does not pull from all of the session information fields, nor does there appear to be an indication as to which text fields are available.
- CAM2M-3771 Using Pick Features or Pick from CAD, it is not possible to auto- extract Round or Rectangular Slots
- CAM2M-4167 Point Cloud Alignment cannot exclude all Point Clouds
- CAM2M-4344 The value displayed for Height is not calculated correctly when we select two parallel segments.
- CAM2M-4346 The dimensions added in the "cross-section analysis" mode only appears in the viewer for one cross section
- CAM2M-3499 Isn't possible to save a cad file after fixing face orientations