Capturing accurate midspan wire heights can be challenging in real-world field conditions, especially when visibility is limited or wires are difficult for the laser to distinguish. Laser Wire Mode is a Beta feature introduced in IKE Field v1.10.0 designed to help, and we're interested in your feedback.
 

What Is Laser Wire Mode?

Laser Wire Mode uses an alternate laser firmware configuration optimized specifically for wire detection. When active, the laser is better able to identify and lock onto wires during height capture, resulting in more reliable readings even in difficult conditions like heavy fog, glare, or cluttered line environments.

This feature is currently in Beta. We're actively gathering feedback from field teams to evaluate its performance across a range of conditions and workflows.
 

How to Enable It

Laser Wire Mode can be enabled in your IKE Field user settings before heading into the field:

1. Open IKE Field and navigate to Settings (hamburger menu, top left corner).
2. Locate the "Use wire mode for height tool (Beta)" option toward the bottom and toggle it on.
   
   
3. Once enabled, the mode activates automatically when you use the Height Tool during wire capture.

When Should You Use It?

We recommend trying Laser Wire Mode if you're experiencing any of the following:

• Difficulty capturing consistent midspan wire heights
• Working in low-visibility conditions such as fog, haze, or bright sunlight
• Laser readings that feel unstable or slow to lock onto wires

Share Your Feedback

Since Laser Wire Mode is in Beta, your experience in the field directly shapes how we improve it. After trying it, please let us know:

• Did it improve your wire height capture accuracy?
• What conditions were you working in?
• Any issues or unexpected behavior?

Reach out to our support team with any feedback. Every data point helps us make this feature better for everyone.