Setup and Layer Management

• Select the scan
• Open Layer Explorer
• Create a new layer called Scans
• Assign the scan to the Scans layer
• Change the active layer back to Default

Modeling the Red Panel

• Enable Auto Grid
• Create a Box on the Home Grid
• Align it to the front and top views
• Convert it to Editable Poly
• Adjust size to match reference
• Enable X-Ray Mode (Alt+X)
• Fine-tune alignment with the scan
• Cut the shape using the Cut Tool
• Adjust vertices for proper chamfers
• Bevel the inset for the black panel
• Detach the inset for separate material assignment

Power Button

• Create a Box for the power switch
• Align it using Shift+A
• Resize based on the reference
• Adjust pivot to allow rocking motion
• Add an inset to create a distinct edge
• Auto Smooth to define shape
• Create a transparent plastic cover using a scaled Box

CO Detection Light

• Create a small box for the sticker
• Inset to create a red outline
• Detach to separate red and gray stickers
• Add a small cylinder for the light
• Reduce sides count for optimization
• Align it properly below the red sticker

Outlet Flaps

• Duplicate a Box for flaps
• Adjust size to fit the scan reference
• Move pivot to the top edge for proper rotation
• Copy and align for multiple outlet covers

Indicator Lights

• Create a black cylinder as the base
• Copy and resize for the light inside
• Add another transparent cylinder for the cover
• Delete the back face of the cover to avoid conflicts
• Enable X-Ray (Alt+X) for clarity
• Copy and reposition for other indicator lights
• Add a small bevel for detail differentiation

Final Checks

• Unhide all objects (excluding the scan)
• Verify alignment and proportions
• Confirm pivot placements for interactive elements
• Ensure separate materials for red, black, and transparent parts
• Prepare for next phase: Modeling the Top Section