Bhaptics TACTOSY for Arms User Manual & Warranty Download

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01/2022 Rev. 1.1

Summary of Contents for TACTOSY for Arms

Page 2: ...ng the product directly on the skin Do not excessively pull on the main straps while putting on the product as it may irritate your body This product is not waterproof Store the product in a dry place free from humidity and moisture The main body of the product contains electronic components and must not be washed in water under any circumstances Should the product need to be cleaned gently wipe i...

Page 3: ...arging 7 Product Fitting 8 Power On Off 9 Enjoy 10 03 How to Play PC VR 12 Standalone VR 16 Music Movie 17 04 bHaptics Software bHaptics Player PC 19 bHaptics Player Mobile 22 bHaptics Studio 24 bHaptics Designer 26 05 Appendix Product Specifications 27 Support 28 Health Safety Warnings 30 Cautions 34 Limited Customer Warranty 39 ...

Page 4: ...er Lining is attached to the device Tactosy for Arms is a haptic sleeve for arms Feel gun recoils and shied blocks in FPS games or bass rhythm in Music Movie Additional Components purchased separately Additional Components can be purchased from bHaptics online shop Additinal Inner Lining What s in the Box bhaptics com shop Overview 01 ...

Page 5: ... Names Main Strap Velcro Metal Loop Power Button LED Indicator Haptic Motors 6 Main Strap Inner Lining This product uses 3 8V 2900mAh and 11Wh battery and charges to 5V maximum 2A Charging Port Velcro Main Controller ...

Page 6: ...Indication Blue Blinking Bluetooth Pairing Blue Solid Bluetooth Paired Left Green Solid Bluetooth Paired Right Updating Firmware Red Solid Low Battery Charging Ready for Firmware Update No Light Fully Charged LED Indicator ...

Page 7: ...will turn off Be sure to use an authorized AC adapter and included charging cable to charge the product Use of an unauthorized device or accessory may result in personnel injury may cause damage of the product or your property and may void your warranty If the product is left unattended for a long time while the battery is discharged the LED may not light even if the charging cable is connected In...

Page 8: ...cro 2 Wear the device on your arm and then pull the main strap to adjust the fitting 3 Attach the end of the main strap to the velcro to fasten the device around your arm Size Control To account for more variation of sizes unfold or fold the end of the strap before securing the velcro ...

Page 9: ... be turned off automatically if it is left unpaired for 3 minutes Paired Solid LED A long press for 3 sec of the power button will turn off the device Once the device is turned on again it will automatically be connected to the previously paired host device such as VR HMD PC and Mobile If Turn off After feature is activated the device will be turned off automatically when there has been no vibrati...

Page 10: ...10 Getting Started Enjoy Enjoy state of the art haptic feedback and seamless connectivity for VR and Movie Music ...

Page 11: ...How to Play 11 How to Play 03 Playing Content without Embedded Haptics Playing Content with Embedded Haptics Audio based Haptics Wireless Embedded Haptics PC VR Standalone VR Music Movie Go to Setup ...

Page 12: ...ther Bluetooth drivers open Device Manager Bluetooth on Windows and disable all previously installed Bluetooth drivers except Generic Bluetooth Radio Bluetooth Enumerator Bluetooth LE enumerator Do NOT try pairing on Windows Settings 2 Install and run bHaptics Player www bhaptics com support download 3 Right click the blinking device icon and click Pair The blue LED indicates the left side and the...

Page 13: ...ead of the content s embedded feedback Click Click Click Click Not all listed content supports Tactosy for Arms Please find the supported content for each device from the official webpage https www bhaptics com experiences vr Some content requires mod tool installation The installation guide can be found by clicking icon from each game page 3 Choose the content you want to play and install it ...

Page 14: ...ed Haptics Wireless Audio based Haptics feature creates haptic feedback in real time based on audio output of content You can now enjoy all content regardless of native integration 2 1 3 4 Playing content without Embedded Haptics PC VR ...

Page 15: ...nd audio signals are on the audio signal animation will appear on the device icon 3 Click to sync audio capturing device and playback device of Windows 4 Select Content Type VR PC FPS Music and Profile you will be using Click to customize frequency threshold activation area using bHaptics Studio Refer to p 24 for more details ...

Page 16: ...us quest system Settings Select Experimental Features Find Bluetooth Pairing menu and click Pair button Select Pair new device and pair your Tactosy You can sawp the right and left sides of the paried devices in in game settings 2 Run a native supported game and enjoy Enjoy optimized haptic feedback pre embedded in VR games You can manage more detailed settings of the Tactosy by downloading bHapti...

Page 17: ...o Play 17 Enjoying Audio based Haptics Wireless Feel the trembling bass beats rhythm and action with audio based haptics Music Movie Please refer to PC VR Enjoying Audio based Haptics Wireless Refer to p 14 ...

Page 18: ...e Embedded Haptics Audio based Haptics haptic intensity visualization tool and access bHaptics Portal using this software bHaptics Designer bHaptics Designer is a web based haptic feedback authoring tool that you can use to create haptic patterns by clicking and dragging between visualized haptic feedback points Simply click on the Export button to integrate haptic patterns into your content https...

Page 19: ...based Haptics 4 Pair Unpair All Pair or Unpair all scanned or paired devices 5 Play Pause Play Pause haptic feedback 6 Device Panel List of devices which are paired and waiting to be paired Pairs unpairs and controls intensity of haptics for each devices 7 Settings Manage device pairing run feedback test find opensource license and control settings https www bhaptics com support download bHaptics ...

Page 20: ...dual Pairing Right Click on the device icon to pair unpair 2 Pair All Click on Toolbox icon to pair unpair all devices Device Information Mouse over each device icon to check the device information Or you can also go to Settings Device Connected Tactosy2 Status Connected Battery 35 Feedback Intensity 40 Scanned Tactosy2 RSSI 47dB bHaptics Player PC ...

Page 21: ...ons Device Management You can check the list of device from Settings Device Here you can pair unpair devices check the device information and change the devices settings Device Firmware ver Feedback Intensity Turn Off After You can set the time to turn off the device automatically when there is no active haptic feedback for the set time ...

Page 22: ...a drag and drop Unpair the devices by clicking the icons and selecting the unpair button 2 Device List Check scanned or paired device information 3 Pair Unpair All Pair all scanned devices Unpair all paired devices 4 Scan Scan all active devices in pairing mode 5 Menu Manage device pairing configure Audio based haptics frequency settings run feedback test and manage account 6 Settings Manage app s...

Page 23: ...Device Status Scanned Connected Disconnected Device Pairing 1 Click the Scan button to search for TactSuit devices 2 Drag and Drop the icon of the scanned device to pair Click the Pair All button to pair all scanned devices Go to the Device List menu to selectively pair multiple devices Device Management Manage more detailed settings of the paired devices from the Device List menu ...

Page 24: ...port Delete 2 Profile List Select Edit list of profiles 3 Tools Edit the profile using the tools 4 Frequency and Threshold Setting Set threshold value by monitoring the dB changes of each frequencies for each audio input real time 5 Feedback Point Setting When an audio signal is input the haptic feedback point for each devices can be selected 6 Haptic Feedback Monitoring Monitor how the audio sign...

Page 25: ...ts based on the decibel dB level on the Audio Signal Panel The audio signal panel will show frequency response of the sound you are playing now 2 Select activation area for each frequency 3 Monitor activated haptics in realtime for each frequencies and feedback point Full guide video is available at www youtube com bhaptics ...

Page 26: ...velopment time and effort significantly How to Use 1 Projects Create Project 2 Create Effect 3 Click on feedback point and drag to the next point to create path and design patterns you wish to create 4 Edit more sophisticated settings such as timing speed and directions 5 Play and edit timeline of the haptic feedback pattern you have created 6 Export Project and import your tact files into your ow...

Page 27: ...t 300g 0 66lbs each Operation Time 18 4 hours Measured when all feedback points operating for 1 second every 5 seconds with maximum intensity Operational Temperature 0 35 C Operational Relative Humidity From 5 to approx 95 Wireless Frequency 2 402 2 480 GHz Bluetooth LE Peak Output Power 0 13 mW Connection Type Bluetooth Low Energy BLE Battery 3 8 V 2900 mAh 11 Wh Charging Type 5 V 2 A max Appendi...

Page 28: ...ensity of haptic feedback P C Pair the device using bHaptics Player on your PC The intensity control bar will appear when you click on the paired device icon You can click and drag the bar to adjust the intensity of haptic feedback Mobile Pair the device using bHaptics Player app on your mobile device Feedback intensity control buttons will appear under each paired device on the Device tab Can I w...

Page 29: ... or stand up Securing the line of sight between the TactSuit and the Bluetooth dongle is required for seamless Bluetooth connection Please insert the Bluetooth dongle to the front of the PC rather than the back Why does the device switch off automatically When the device is left unpaired blinking LED for 3 minutes the device will be turned off automatically In addition if Turn off after feature is...

Page 30: ...vices accessories If you don t it may result in device performance and may cause damage not covered by your warranty Also may result in injury to you or others Do not use the product if you have muscle aches headache colds hangover stress intoxicated or while taking any kind of medicine If you are pregnant elderly mentally ill or suffering from heart disease or spinal skin muscle diseases please c...

Page 31: ...y cause death personal injury or damage to property You may experience reflex actions when startled by haptic feedback of the product so please be sure to check your surroundings before use the product Especially if you using the product with VR HMD should pay special attention because wearing the VR headset will completely block your ability to see your surroundings Before using the product clean...

Page 32: ...ve tightening of the side straps may cause breath problems or seizures Spine Muscle Disease When strong haptic feedback is delivered to your body it can affect your spine and muscles Please consult your doctor before use and do not use the product for too long Skin Disease Do not put on the product on bare skin if you have sensitive or weak skin especially children If haptic feedback is delivered ...

Page 33: ...se take special care when you use that type of content The device can emit radio wave that could affect the operation of nearby electronic devices including medical devices Do not use the product in hospitals or any transportations including aircrafts and automobiles If there is any electronic devices nearby make sure to maintain a safe distance between the product and the electronic devices We re...

Page 34: ... haptic feedback properly When you use the product while the charging cable is connected be careful the cable is not wrapped around your body or legs and check frequently during use Use of the product in a moving vehicle such as a car bus plane or train may increase your susceptibility to adverse symptoms due to variation in speed or sudden movement We recommend you not to share the product with t...

Page 35: ...evice or can fail to pair with your device To secure a stable connection remove any obstacles between the product and your device Also please use the product within the Bluetooth range Bluetooth uses the same frequency band as some industrial scientific medical devices and electronics and low power devices such as wireless LAN which may cause electronic interference between devices Therefore pleas...

Page 36: ...cool and dry place Recommended storage temperatures 0 35 ºC 5 95 humidity Do not expose the product to dust smoke steam or direct sunlight The product includes haptic motors and cables so to prevent breakdown of the product do not leave or store the product folded and crumped Put the product in the package box and store it in safe place when not in use Keep the product out of reach of children and...

Page 37: ...es or clothing If already in contact DO NOT RUB flush the affected area immediately with clean water and consult with your doctor Take extra precautions to keep a leaking battery away from fire as there is a danger of ignition or explosion The product is an electronic device so it is non washable If it is contaminated just drop a few drops of water and gently wipe with soft cloth Do not use strong...

Page 38: ...t in a fire and never place the product near the heating equipment or high voltage appliances When the product or the battery is overheated it may explode Please follow all applicable laws and regulations when you recycle or dispose the product and battery Disposal of certain electronic devices is strictly regulated in some areas Cautions ...

Page 39: ...ther works of authorship You may not infringe or otherwise violate the rights secured by the Intellectual Property Moreover you agree that you will not and will not attempt to modify prepare derivative works of reverse engineer decompile disassemble or otherwise attempt to create source code from the software No title to or ownership in the Intellectual Property is transferred to you All applicabl...

Page 40: ...ater indicator has been removed erased defaced or altered or is illegible ii to any deterioration of the cosmetic appearance of the Product due to normal wear and tear iii to rips and peeling of textile elements straps or zippers iv to protective coatings that are designed to diminish over time or batteries unless failure has occurred due to a defect in materials or workmanship v to damage caused ...

Page 41: ...tion and to submit a claim form to obtain warranty service If it is necessary for you to send your Product in for service we will provide you with a pre addressed shipping label and you will have to send the Product in an adequate container for shipping accompanied by the sales receipt or comparableproof of purchase showing the original date of purchase by the first consumer purchaser the serial n...

Page 42: ...NTIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OR DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT Some countries and jurisdictions states and provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the disclaimer or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and disclaimers may not apply to you SEVERABILITY If any portion of this Limited Warranty is held...

Page 43: ...tions or Representative Actions You and bHaptics agree that any Dispute arising out of or related to this Limited Warranty is personal to You and bHaptics and that such Dispute will be resolved solely through individual arbitration and will not be brought as a class arbitration class action or any other type of representative proceeding You and bHaptics agree that there will be no class arbitratio...

Page 44: ...rranty Rules of AAA The rules of AAA and additional information about AAA are available online at www adr org or by calling the AAA at 1 800 778 7879 By not opting out of this agreement to arbitrate as specified below You either a acknowledge and agree that You have read and understand the AAA Rules or b waive Your opportunity to read the AAA Rules and any claim that the AAA Rules are unfair or sh...

Page 45: ...electronic equipment EEE are allowed to return them to those facilities for returning or collecting waste electrical and electronic equipment set up and provided by the public sector waste disposal authorities to ensure that the waste electrical and electronic equipment is disposed of correctly For more information about where and how to drop off your EEE waste please contact your local authoritie...

Page 46: ...modifications not expressly approved by the part responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation...

Page 47: ...s And use of those trademarks in this document doesn t mean affiliation coopperation or endorsement with bHaptics Inc Not all marks are used in this manual Copyright This manual is protected under international copyright laws Any part of this user manual is permitted to reproduce translate distribute or transmit in any form or by any means including photocopying recording or other electronic or me...

Page 48: ...Any Questions contact bhaptics com ...

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