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What the Scanner Does

The 3DMakerpro Moose Lite is a handheld 3D scanner that captures detailed 3D models of real objects.
It has 0.05 mm accuracy, 0.10 mm resolution, and scans at 10 FPS, making it suitable for medium-sized objects (15 mm – 1500 mm).

Before you begin

You will need the 3D Scannar and a computer with the JMStudio Software (https://forum.jimumeta.com/home/help/download.html). The sofware is preinstalled on the computers in Makerhörnan and Makerverkstaden, but you need an admin password to start the sofware. Please ask Markus, Lisette or Andreas to log in if you want to use the JMStudio Sowftare on the school computers.

1. Getting Ready

A. Connect the Scanner

1. Plug the L‑shaped USB‑C end of the data cable into the back of the scanner.
2. Plug the other ends into:
   • Computer USB port
   • Power adapter

2. Starting the Software

The scanner uses JMStudio, the official 3DMakerpro software for capturing and processing scans.
Open JMStudio on the computer to begin. You can choose to use Guest Mode if you do not have an account.

3. Preparing the Object

1. Place the object in front of the scanner or centered on something that is turntable, for example on a white paper.
2. Make sure the object has good lighting and sits still.
3. Avoid shiny or transparent materials—they are harder to scan.

4. How to Perform a Scan

A. Positioning

• Hold the scanner or keep it on the tripod.
• Aim it at the object and keep the scanner at the correct scanning distance, shown as a blue/light blue zone in the software.

B. Adjust Settings

In JMStudio, choose: Easy Scan.

C. Start Scanning

• Click Scan in the software.
• If handheld, move slowly around the object.
• If turntable, let the object rotate while you keep the scanner steady.

5. Finishing the Scan

1. When done, click Stop.
2. JMStudio will process the scan and create a 3D model.
3. You can clean up the model (remove noise, fill holes).
4. Export your model in a file format that is suitable for 3D printing or editing.

Safety and Good Practice

✔ Handle the scanner carefully—don’t drop it.
✔ Keep cables tidy.
✔ Do not scan eyes or people’s faces up close.
✔ Make sure turntable cables are not twisted.

Common Problems & Fixes