# Capture Requirements

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**Important**: Unless otherwise specified, a “scan” refers to a typical horizontal scan, with the camera system positioned upright. Scanning requirements for Floor Plans and Reflected Ceiling Plans are to be repeated for each floor of the subject property. Maintain a clear [line-of-sight](/url/planitar.gitbook.io/iguide-support/support-center/camera-systems-survey/line-of-sight-los-and-overlapping-data-explained.md) between camera positions. Always ensure the camera system is level before each scan.
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## Vertical Scanning

Some of the packages require vertical scans. While the scans are optional, they increase the accuracy of the measurements and thus are recommended. The add-ons that the vertical scans can be submitted for are Exterior Elevations and 3D Model

Vertical scans are taken by positioning the iGUIDE PLANIX camera system at a 90° angle from the tripod, forming an L-shape with the tripod (see the image below for reference). Try to maintain a consistent height (approximately 5 ft above the floor) and camera orientation when shooting each space, but do make exceptions according to room conditions (e.g. raise the camera to scan above kitchen counters). 

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**Tip**: Choose a tripod with a ball head for quick and easy camera reorientation and leveling.
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<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/yGHcHV1u1qftQ1E3ua1t" alt="" width="375"><figcaption><p>Vertical scan orientation</p></figcaption></figure></div>

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**Choosing a tripod**: Precautions must be taken to ensure that any tripod used is of ample weight and strength to support the PLANIX camera system when taking vertical scans. Choosing a suitable tripod can mitigate the potential of damaging your system.
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{% tab title="Vertical Scans - Example 1" %}

<figure><img src="/files/WnKVEWreLSH0ODCaHFAH" alt=""><figcaption><p>Vertical Room and Hallway Capture Example Data</p></figcaption></figure>
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{% tab title="Vertical Scans - Example 2" %}

<figure><img src="/files/n6jgsuoej1posxAfpjiC" alt=""><figcaption><p>Vertical Room and Attic Capture Example Data</p></figcaption></figure>
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{% tab title="Vertical Scans - Example 3" %}

<figure><img src="/files/gHkCJY9GskEoCyzAxqfi" alt=""><figcaption><p>Vertical Left and Right Side Capture Example Data</p></figcaption></figure>
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## Floor Plan (DWG) Scanning Requirements

The DWG floor plan does not have any specific capture requirements; just a normal capture of interior scans would be needed. Exterior scans are not needed for either the Floor Plan (DWG) or the Reflected Ceiling Plan, but are optional. Below are some tips to keep in mind.&#x20;

<details>

<summary>Two scans at all building entrances/exits, once at each side, interior and exterior, 3 ft (1 m) away.</summary>

<img src="/files/8RtcK17x5Z2MRvzul5du" alt="" data-size="original">

Example 1 - Front/main entrance

![](/files/1wWsCuDCtHCJJzxYsGql)

Example 2 - Rear entrance

</details>

<details>

<summary>Two scans at all room entrances/doorways, once at each side (if/where possible), 3 ft (1 m) away.</summary>

![](/files/LqJYWSuizjAjQxjqD8vU)

Example 3 - Laundry room door

![](/files/eSPxnf3i8991RVFiGe1V)

Example 4 - Bedroom and linen closet

</details>

<details>

<summary>One scan centered on each window, 5-10 ft (1.5-3 m) away, ensuring each frame is fully visible.</summary>

**Tip:** Move curtains, open/withdraw blinds to ensure visibility of window frames.

![](/files/Ohcp5oUjkaWRGBNDnGxO)

Example 5 - Bedroom and WIC windows

</details>

<details>

<summary>Two scans in each room (if/where possible) from roughly opposite sides of the room, and once again every 10 ft (3 m) for larger rooms in a grid pattern.</summary>

![](/files/F1JN4uGdwwI62W72ahAZ)

Example 6 - Main Floor room scans

![](/files/d6Cbp9Dn0yDaBCqvAzFk)

Example 7 - Basement room scans

</details>

<details>

<summary>One scan each at the top and bottom of each staircase.</summary>

![](/files/osO81VWyyC2IUrnrmYCK)

Example 8 - Main Floor stair scans

</details>

<details>

<summary>One to two scans at each mechanical/utility item, 5 ft (1.5 m) away.</summary>

<img src="/files/3MWK7YkAGIshciSXjCSE" alt="" data-size="original">

Example 9 - Utility room scans (mechanical/utility items not pictured)

</details>

<details>

<summary>One exterior scan every 10-20 ft (3-6 m), 5 ft (1.5 m) away from the building face.</summary>

![](/files/3eouWUYVxmcdjqKeQeJM)

Example 10 - Exterior perimeter scans

</details>

<details>

<summary>One exterior scan at every building corner, 5 ft (1.5 m) away from the building corner.</summary>

![](/files/Em4wX1Pa9QP8vBhVn7Yq)

Example 11 - Exterior corner scans

</details>

<details>

<summary>One exterior scan centered on each window, 5-10 ft (1.5-3 m) away from the building face.</summary>

![](/files/Jc4nXtmw2IINSsgI7449)

Example 12 - Exterior window scans

</details>

<details>

<summary>One to two exterior scans of each exterior mechanical/utility item.</summary>

![](/files/oF3RF4G5Ddn10ZShhj26)

Example 13 - Exterior scan at utility item

</details>

{% tabs %}
{% tab title="Complete Coverage - Main Floor" %}

<figure><img src="/files/lSHvtzekWQ2wQG8bBKtT" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>
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{% tab title="Complete Coverage - 2nd Floor" %}

<figure><img src="/files/nj85RGkeeds4iQw4X8ja" alt=""><figcaption><p>Example 15 - Complete 2nd Floor Scan Coverage</p></figcaption></figure>
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{% tab title="Complete Coverage - Basement" %}

<figure><img src="/files/ZiRoFTJ0AXnM4pNU0tGJ" alt=""><figcaption><p>Example 16 - Complete Basement Scan Coverage</p></figcaption></figure>
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## Reflected Ceiling Plans Scanning Requirements&#x20;

Normal interior scans of the property would be needed for this add-on. For more information, please refer to the [Floor Plan (DWG) Scanning Requirements](#floor-plan-dwg-scanning-requirements)

Optionally, please take a look at the recommended scanning methods for the Reflected Ceiling Plans below:

<details>

<summary>Two scans in each room (if/where possible) from roughly opposite sides of the room, and once again every 10 ft (3 m) for larger rooms in a grid pattern.</summary>

![](/files/w3K1JM8x1La6VX6JYIBf)

Example 6 - Main Floor room scans

![](/files/Z5bDvGZ2K9onwq8M55C7)

Example 7 - Basement room scans

</details>

<details>

<summary>One <a href="#scanning-vertically">vertical scan</a> centered* below the highest point in each room (if/where possible). If multiple, take additional scans below each ceiling peak.</summary>

![](/files/joMDOjYtJuXOY6ugdmJu)

Example 17 - Vertical scan in a room

</details>

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## Exterior Elevations Scanning Requirements

Regular interior scans would be required for this add-on. Additionally, exterior scans of the property are also needed. Interior vertical scans are optional but recommended to increase accuracy. Below are some recommendations when taking scans:&#x20;

<details>

<summary>Three scans (if/where possible), captured in a straight line at a 90° angle from the building exterior, roughly centered on each side of the building: One each at 10 ft (3 m), 20 ft (6 m), and 30 ft (9 m).</summary>

![](/files/zPJ2ibLaalfsbOxWOhoQ)

Example 18 - Exterior distance scans

</details>

<details>

<summary>One <a href="#scanning-vertically">vertical scan</a> centered* below the highest point in each room (if/where possible). If multiple high points, take additional scans below each ceiling peak.</summary>

![](/files/GDaE2IGgw1ERwBQY6c5w)

Example 17 - Vertical scan in a room

![](/files/j3W1K7fazTqOBUDMcqhq)

Example 19 - Vertical scan locations, interior rooms, 2nd Floor

Note: [Vertical scans should be disabled/hidden](#hiding-floors-hiding-scans) in your project, so the vertical scan locations shown above are in red.

</details>

<details>

<summary>One <a href="#scanning-vertically">vertical scan</a> at both the top and bottom of each staircase, centered* on the stair tread. Two additional scans at each stair landing: one at stairs up, one at stairs down.</summary>

![](/files/0UZuyuXvx7uh7Z0x52st)

Example 20 - Vertical scan locations, stairs, 2nd Floor

![](/files/BQtEL1vDiGUiicO1PVpL)

Example 21 - Vertical scan locations, stairs, Main Floor

Note: [Vertical scans should be disabled/hidden](#hiding-floors-hiding-scans) in your project, so the vertical scan locations shown above are in red.

</details>

<details>

<summary>One <a href="#scanning-vertically">vertical scan</a> centered on each main entry and exit door and again at each remaining side of the building, 5-10 ft (1.5-3 m) away from the building face.</summary>

![](/files/Kd9pqUfBJzNVrVxyOprE)

Example 22 - Vertical scan locations, exteriors

Note: [Vertical scans should be disabled/hidden](#hiding-floors-hiding-scans) in your project, so the vertical scan locations shown above are in red.

</details>

<details>

<summary>One additional <a href="#scanning-vertically">vertical scan</a> for each change in eave height, 5-10 ft (1.5-3 m) away from the building face. For gable roof ends, scan as close to the center as possible.</summary>

</details>

{% tabs %}
{% tab title="Horizontal Scan Coverage - Main Floor" %}

<figure><img src="/files/lSHvtzekWQ2wQG8bBKtT" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>
{% endtab %}

{% tab title="Vertical Scan Coverage - Main Floor" %}

<figure><img src="/files/fejLYD74iUULKdf5ZisS" alt=""><figcaption><p>Example 24 - Complete Main Floor Vertical Scan Coverage</p></figcaption></figure>
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## Roof Plans Scanning Requirements

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**Note**: The below applies only to flat roofs. Lower or remove the camera system from the tripod where necessary.
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Horizontal scans of the rooftop would be needed for this add-on. Ensure to scan at each access point. This is the only requirement for flat roofs.&#x20;

For pitched roofs, exterior scans would be needed to complete the add-on

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## 3D Model Scanning Requirements

Scans that are required for the 3D model add-on are:&#x20;

### Normal Interior and Exterior scans

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{% tab title="Complete Coverage - Main Floor" %}

<figure><img src="/files/lSHvtzekWQ2wQG8bBKtT" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>
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{% tab title="Complete Coverage - 2nd Floor" %}

<figure><img src="/files/nj85RGkeeds4iQw4X8ja" alt=""><figcaption><p>Example 15 - Complete 2nd Floor Scan Coverage</p></figcaption></figure>
{% endtab %}

{% tab title="Complete Coverage - Basement" %}

<figure><img src="/files/ZiRoFTJ0AXnM4pNU0tGJ" alt=""><figcaption><p>Example 16 - Complete Basement Scan Coverage</p></figcaption></figure>
{% endtab %}
{% endtabs %}

For more information, please refer to [Floor Plan (DWG) Scanning Requirements](#floor-plan-dwg-scanning-requirements)

### Rooftop scans (for flat roofs)

Horizontal scans of the rooftop would be needed for this add-on. Ensure to scan at each access point. This is the only requirement for flat roofs.&#x20;

For pitched roofs, exterior scans would be needed to complete the add-on

### Interior Vertical Scans (These are optional but recommended to increase accuracy)&#x20;

{% tabs %}
{% tab title="Vertical Scan Coverage - Main Floor" %}

<figure><img src="/files/fejLYD74iUULKdf5ZisS" alt=""><figcaption><p>Example 24 - Complete Main Floor Vertical Scan Coverage</p></figcaption></figure>
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{% tab title="Vertical Scan Coverage - 2nd Floor" %}

<figure><img src="/files/sZ8wFLhvLkndd0EZGnGN" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>
{% endtab %}

{% tab title="Vertical Scan Coverage - Basement" %}

<figure><img src="/files/WnsJyh6apfQW2cvuMr5f" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>
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## Capture Checklist - Downloadable Quick Reference

For quick reference on-site, download the Advanced Capture Checklist PDF below.

{% file src="/files/SvwkgSvdLN05xjcFsYEF" %}

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## Project Organization

When taking additional scans as part of your required dataset, especially vertical scans, organizing your project folder is very important. One notable difference is storing your vertical scans separately from your horizontal ones. Below are examples of how to organize your project folder in Survey, including naming conventions:

### Project Folder Structure

#### Example - One Building

* *Main Floor (typical, horizontal scans)*
* *2nd Floor (typical, horizontal scans)*
* *Basement (typical, horizontal scans)*
* *Roof (typical, horizontal scans)*
* *<mark style="color:red;">Main Floor Interior Vertical</mark>*
* *<mark style="color:red;">2nd Floor Interior Vertical</mark>*
* *<mark style="color:red;">Basement Interior Vertical</mark>*
* *<mark style="color:red;">Main Exterior Vertical</mark>*

#### Example - Two or More Buildings

* *Building A*
  * *Main Floor (typical, horizontal scans)*
  * *2nd Floor (typical, horizontal scans)*
  * *Basement (typical, horizontal scans)*
  * *Roof (typical, horizontal scans)*
  * *<mark style="color:red;">Main Floor Interior Vertical</mark>*
  * *<mark style="color:red;">2nd Floor Interior Vertical</mark>*
  * *<mark style="color:red;">Basement Interior Vertical</mark>*
  * *<mark style="color:red;">Main Exterior Vertical</mark>*
* *Building B (e.g. a detached garage, workshop, storage building)*
  * *Bldg. B  - Main Floor (typical, horizontal scans)*
  * *<mark style="color:red;">Bldg. B  - Main Floor Interior Vertical</mark>*
  * *<mark style="color:red;">Bldg. B  - Exterior Vertical</mark>*

### **Scan Alignment**

For all **typical horizontal scans**, align each scan to the best of your ability in a way that resembles the actual property layout. Similarly, align exterior scans around the outside of each subject building to their appropriate locations. All exterior scans should be close enough to the subject building to allow for alignment to nearby scans.

<figure><img src="/files/lrRRueoG7F1FfgRQo7Na" alt=""><figcaption><p>(Typical) Expected horizontal scan alignment and layout</p></figcaption></figure>

No scan alignment is necessary for **vertical scans**. However, vertical scans should each be moved/separated so that no scan overlaps. This makes for easier visualization of each individual scan and will prevent export warnings from appearing in Stitch about [overlapping scans](https://help.youriguide.com/training-center/getting-started/stitch-training/stitch-video-training/quick-tips/dealing-with-overlapping-scans).

### **Hiding Floors, Hiding Scans**

To prevent vertical scans and their respective folders from appearing as floors in your iGUIDE Tour, set them as hidden using the existing options within Survey and Stitch (see below for example). Floors and scans that are set to be hidden from the iGUIDE tour are displayed in <mark style="color:red;">red text</mark> in Stitch.

<figure><img src="/files/wcdRJfzINAu8QF0GdUrL" alt=""><figcaption><p>Right-click menu options in Stitch</p></figcaption></figure>


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