Part 3: Scan Settings

Which Scan Settings Should I Choose?

The best settings depend on your intended use and whether you have a professional subscription.

Recommendation

Optimize Storage and Performance

Set point cloud resolution to “Low” and enable “RAW Data Recording.”

After scanning, you can upsample your scan to higher resolution.

Please note: Upsampling and downsampling your point cloud requires a Professional license.

Recording GNSS Position

Enable this feature to maintain location tracking across all scans. MAVO 3D automatically places georeferenced scans on the map for easier project management. MAVO 3D has two options, either locking a single position at start of your scan or tracking the GNSS position continuously while scanning. You can change the type in the settings.

Environment-Based Settings

Scanning Indoors

Select “Single Position”

Use this setting when scanning interior spaces where GNSS signals are weak or unavailable.

Scanning Outdoors

Select “Continuous Position”

This setting leverages location tracking for better accuracy in outdoor environments where signals are available.

Auto-Capture Images

When enabled: MAVO 3D automatically captures images after reaching set distances and device rotations. This feature optimizes future post-scanning workflows and optimizations.

When to disable: Turn off auto-capture if you want to highlight specific areas only or need to conserve device storage space.

Additional recommendation: Take manual photos in large scans to optimize your point cloud after scanning. Taking a photo of a reference object at start of your scan and again when returning, helps with optimizing the point cloud. See reference object method for more details.