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EYEVIEW app requires a Wi-Fi or Cellular connection during use
Check 3D model works on EYEVIEW app before travelling to site
Using iPad in bright sunlight reduces visibility of screen. An anti-glare screen protector can help
EYEVIEW® IS OPERATED FROM TWO SCREENS
'MAPVIEW' SCREEN IS USED TO:
Turn on/off your 3D models
Confirm your viewpoint location
'EYEVIEW' SCREEN IS USED TO:
View your 3D models in position
Display alternative design options
Capture your imagery to your device Photos Album or email
APP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Download EYEVIEW App from the App Store
Requires iOS 7 or later
Compatible with iPod Touch, iPhone and iPad
EYEVIEW App requires a Wi-Fi or Cellular connection during use
HELP
On-screen instructions are displayed at the top of both 'MAPVIEW' and 'EYEVIEW' screens
Click on ? symbol at any time to display the on-screen HELP overlay
ACCOUNT REGISTRATION
Following App installation, review the End User Licence Agreement
Register your new account details or sign in with existing account details
FIRST USE OF EYEVIEW®
Allow EYEVIEW to access Current Location Services
Allow EYEVIEW to access Camera
Allow EYEVIEW to access Photos
ADD A 3D MODEL TO EYEVIEW®
EYEVIEW App only recognises 3D models in our proprietary .elv file format
Email us your 3D building model content which we will check and convert into .elv format
We will email your .elv file to you
Click on your .elv file within your device to automatically add your 3D model to Model Library
Alternatively, open iTunes on your PC, connect your device and drag your .elv file into the EYEVIEW App Documents
USER GUIDE - 'MAPVIEW' SCREEN
EYEVIEW App opens on MAPVIEW screen and uses Apple Maps to automatically locate your current viewpoint location
Viewpoint location is shown by a coloured location pin
3D building model is shown with a red outline
Project 3D models are displayed in Model Library. Turn ON/OFF or delete project models as required
WAIT FOR GPS LOADING BAR TO COMPLETE BEFORE MAKING ADJUSTMENTS
Accuracy of viewpoint location is determined by the strength and accuracy of the current Wi-Fi or GPS signal and subject to the Apple Location Services limitations
Follow device's Compass Calibration instructions if necessary
Viewpoint location pin will display red, amber or green depending on GPS signal strength
If necessary, tap and drag pin to manually refine viewpoint location
Tap Viewpoint Location GPS indicator to switch between manual and auto GPS viewpoint location
Once you are happy with the viewpoint pin location, tap 'EYEVIEW' icon to proceed and Confirm Location
USER GUIDE - 'EYEVIEW' SCREEN
Hold iPad at eye level and point towards the site area of interest
Proposed 3D model and surrounding site should be visible within view
Maximum range from viewpoint location to 3D model location is currently 20Km
Viewpoint location is automatically located from the position confirmed in MAPVIEW screen
Use on-screen horizontal and vertical spirit levels to ensure iPad is positioned vertically and horizontally.
Mount iPad onto a tripod for more steady and secure use
Handhold iPad to pan view around
If necessary, tap Fine Tune Adjustment arrow icons to refine camera match position:
- Use left and right arrows to adjust surround site model until vertical edges of site model align with corresponding vertical edges in background image
- Use up and down arrows to adjust surrounding site model until base and top edges of site model align with corresponding edges in background image
Toggle function buttons to access EYEVIEW features
Surrounding Site Icon - Toggle on/off existing surrounding site 3D model
Design Options Icon - Toggle through proposed building design option 3D models
AVR mode Icon - Toggle 3D model display mode as required:
- AVR Level 0 - Toned Area
- AVR Level 1 - Wireline
- AVR Level 2 - Wireline and Toned Area
Colour Icon - Change colour of 3D models as required
Lock View Icon - Use at any time to lock the iPad on-screen view. iPad can be lowered or moved without changing the on-screen view to allow easier use of function buttons
Info Icon - Display geolocation information
Capture Icon - Capture on-screen image to device’s Photos Album or email the on-screen image
Email Icon - Email on-screen image and geolocation information
Three versions of the on-screen image are captured:
- 3D model superimposed into background photograph
- Background photograph without 3D models
- Standalone building on blank background
Move onto next viewpoint location, toggle onto MAPVIEW screen and repeat process
