TABLE OF CONTENTS

• Introduction
• How To Use
  • Initial Setup
  • Creating Forms
  • Using Model Viewer
  • Viewing Data
• Camera Controls
  • Orbit Controls
  • Map Controls
  • Plan Mode
• Visual Options
  • Wireframe Mode
  • X-Ray Mode
  • Additional Visual Settings
• Inspection Points
• Bill of Materials (BOM)
• Settings Panel
• Additional Features

Introduction

Welcome to the Model Viewer Guide. 

This powerful 3D model Visualization Tool allows you to inspect complex models, and append your own information to them. 

Whether you're examining existing facilities, new engineering designs, or collecting field data, the Model Viewer provides a comprehensive set of tools for viewing the model, inspecting the model, and adding data on the model.

How To Use

Initial Setup

1. Convert your model using SOCKETConnector
2. Open socketworx and click the setup button in the upper right

   

3. Navigate to model administration

   

4. Expand your connection and upload both the *.ecedata and *.glb files that SOCKETConnectorcreated

   

Creating Forms

5. Click on dataset administration if you haven't created any forms for collecting data

   

6. Click the green plus icon to create a new form for collecting data against your model

   
   

7. Select the sphere color that will appear in the model when you drop a point
8. Access inspection form fields and add your desired fields

   

9. Configure Grid Views by adding necessary views

   

10. Set up Detail Views by adding required views

    

Using Model Viewer

11. Return to the home page
12. Select the Model Viewer option

    

13. Choose your connection from the upper left dropdown

    

14. Select your model from the list below

    

15. Select your created form from the top dropdown menu
16. Click the "InspectionPt" button, then click anywhere in the model to add inspection points
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18. View your created point in the points dialog

    

19. Add data to the point by clicking the new form button

    

20. Fill out the form with your data and close it.
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22. Add additional forms using the same button, or click the plus icon to access previously collected forms
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Viewing Data

21. Navigate to the INSPECTWorx page to view collected data

    

22. Select your connection, model, and the form you want to view data from

    

23. View your data in a grid format, with the option to export to Excel

    

Camera Controls

Orbit Controls

Orbit Controls provide full freedom to view your model from any angle:

• Click and drag with the left mouse button to orbit around the model
• Use the mouse wheel or pinch gestures to zoom in and out
• Middle mouse button or Alt + left mouse button to pan the view
• Double-click on a component to zoom to it automatically

Map Controls

Map Controls restrict movement to horizontal panning, similar to navigating a map:

• Move horizontally across the model by clicking and dragging
• Zoom in and out with the mouse wheel while maintaining a fixed angle
• No rotation allowed - perfect for maintaining orientation
• Toggle Screen Space Panning to switch between horizontal (XY) and vertical (Z) movement

[IMAGE PLACEHOLDER: Screenshot showing the map controls mode with grid visible]

Plan Mode

Plan Mode locks the camera to a top-down view:

• Rotation is disabled
• Panning and zooming remain active
• Perfect for reviewing floor plans or layouts

[IMAGE PLACEHOLDER: Screenshot demonstrating plan mode view of a model]

Visual Options

Wireframe Mode

Wireframe Mode displays the model's underlying geometry:

• Reveals internal structure
• Helps understand model topology
• Useful for checking model construction

[IMAGE PLACEHOLDER: Split-screen comparison of normal view vs wireframe mode]

X-Ray Mode

X-Ray Mode enables see-through visualization:

• Adjustable opacity levels
• View internal components
• Understand spatial relationships

[IMAGE PLACEHOLDER: Screenshot showing x-ray mode with different opacity settings]

Additional Visual Settings

Customize your viewing experience with these options:

• Show Bounding Box: Display a box around the model
• Background Color: Customize the viewer background
• Selection Outline: Highlight selected components
• Performance Statistics: Monitor FPS and memory usage

[IMAGE PLACEHOLDER: Screenshot of the visual settings panel showing various options]

Inspection Points

Inspection points are powerful annotation tools:

• Add points by clicking on model surfaces
• Move points by dragging
• Adjust bubble size for visibility
• Filter points by layer or CML status
• Lock points to prevent accidental movement

[IMAGE PLACEHOLDER: Screenshot showing inspection points on a model with the inspection point menu open]

Bill of Materials (BOM)

The BOM provides detailed component information:

• Search for specific components
• Filter items by various criteria
• Locate items in the 3D model
• Automatically add inspection points to selected items

Settings Panel

Access comprehensive configuration options:

• Camera Options: Adjust field of view, orbit speed, and zoom speed
• Navigation Options: Configure view cube and compass settings
• Visual Options: Customize model appearance and performance settings
• Tooltip Options: Configure information display

Additional Features

Enhance your workflow with these features:

• Full Screen Mode: Maximize your viewing area
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• Save View: Store camera positions for quick access
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• Load View: Return to saved viewpoints
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• Auto Rotate: Enable automatic model rotation
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