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Summary of Contents for Sensable Phantom Omni

Page 1: ...Omni Device Guide ...

Page 2: ...notice Hardware usage guidelines are provided to assist the user in protecting the effectiveness and life of the device They are not intended as recommendations for the prevention of repetitive stress injury carpal tunnel syndrome or any other conditions injuries or disorders users should consult their own physicians By using the Phantom device the user acknowledges and agrees that Geomagic shall ...

Page 3: ...lling the Phantom Omni Device 2 1 Installing the Phantom Device Drivers 2 1 Connecting the Phantom Omni Device 2 1 Run Phantom Test to Verify Setup 2 4 Chapter 3 Using the Phantom Omni Device 3 1 Working in 3D Space 3 1 Physical Limits of the Device 3 1 Appendix A Troubleshooting A 1 Appendix B Customer Support B 1 Appendix C Regulatory Notices C 1 Appendix D Configuring Multiple Devices D 1 Appen...

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Page 5: ...l and work smoothly If you experience any problems in the installation or use of your device please contact Customer Support see inside cover for contact information Please note if you are installing your device on a supported non Microsoft Windows OS you will find additional information in a separate document that shipped with your software product Typographical Conventions This guide uses the fo...

Page 6: ...ii Omni Device Guide PREFACE ...

Page 7: ...e uses high fidelity force feedback to make it possible to touch and manipulate virtual objects The Phantom Omni Device Guide Describes the process of connecting the haptic device as well as how to work with the device including proper handling troubleshooting and device specifications The Phantom Device Driver Installation Guide Describes the process of installing the device drivers FireWire Cabl...

Page 8: ...mfortable stylus with textured paint for long term use and secure grip Removable stylus for end user customization Two integrated momentary switches on the stylus for ease of use and end user customization Stylus docking inkwell for automatic workspace calibration Constructed of metal components and injection molded plastics FCC CE and RoHS Certified System Requirements The Phantom Omni requires c...

Page 9: ...particularly if it has lost power To calibrate the device place the stylus in the inkwell and start your haptically enabled application The indicator light in the inkwell of the Phantom Omni device will be lit a steady blue when the device is properly calibrated Alternatively you can use the Phantom Test application Start All Programs Sensable Lifting the device To properly lift the device grasp t...

Page 10: ...m damage It is best to place the unit firmly on the desktop and away from edges to reduce the risk of damage to the device from a direct unintentional elbow hit The stylus is particularly vulnerable to sustaining damage when it is in the inkwell To reduce the risk of damage keep the device out of harms way Pay extra attention if the stylus is stored in the inkwell Reassembling the detachable stylu...

Page 11: ...u may want to experiment to find a placement that feels right for you The device should be positioned so that you are comfortable when working with it You should not feel any strain on your wrist or forearm when working with the device If you are left handed you may find it easier to work with the Omni placed to the left of the keyboard Remember to take breaks often to stretch your hands wrists an...

Page 12: ...1 6 Omni Device Guide GETTING STARTED Proper Handling and Positioning of the Phantom Omni Device ...

Page 13: ...de For installation instructions for other operating systems see the additional documentation shipped with your device or software product or contact customer support Note As with most other software packages you must have administrator privileges on the machine in order to install the system If you are unfamiliar with installing software or do not have administrator privileges please have your Sy...

Page 14: ... Omni Device 3 Connect the FireWire cable 4 Connect the power supply as follows a Insert the round pin from the Sensable supplied power supply into the back of the Phantom Omni device as shown in the image below Insert the FireWire cable plug correctly into the Phantom Omni device ...

Page 15: ... supplied FireWire cable into either of the two 6 pin FireWire ports on the back of the Phantom Omni device d Connect the other end of the FireWire cable to the FireWire port on your computer Warning Make sure the connector is facing in the correct orientation as shown in the image above IMPORTANT Sensable Technologies uses only FireWire components that meet or exceed the IEEE 1394 implementation ...

Page 16: ...ection you will run the Phantom Test application to confirm that the device is properly connected and installed 1 Select Start All Programs Sensable Phantom Test 2 If the device is properly connected and installed the Phantom Test application will open and you will be in select mode Gently move the Phantom arm and the Phantom test application will synchronously display the movement in the display ...

Page 17: ...ice before you are able to move and manipulate objects with ease and certainty Be patient with yourself Physical Limits of the Device The Phantom Omni device has six degrees of motion provided by six axis points All the degrees of motion have physical limits When you reach one of these limits you will feel a sudden stop this is the mechanical stop designed into the device Forcing the device past a...

Page 18: ... top move the arm of the device left right The body sometimes referred to as the turret of the Phantom Omni device will pivot until is reaches a physical limit Again do not try to force the device past any of the mechanical stops b Next move the stylus up down The primary movement will happen in the shoulder of the Phantom Omni device c Next move it in out with the primary movement happening in th...

Page 19: ...ht at the top of the yoke b Next pivot it up down at the bottom of the yoke where it joins the stylus c Finally gently twist the stylus back forth Micro movements Now you should have an understanding of the range of motion of the Phantom Omni device at each axis point and where its limits are Warning ALWAYS work with the connected end of the stylus pointing away from you NEVER rotate the stylus wi...

Page 20: ...3 4 Omni Device Guide USING THE PHANTOM OMNI DEVICE Physical Limits of the Device ...

Page 21: ...n and off Your Phantom Omni device may not be calibrated properly This can happen if you unplug it To correct this situation place your stylus in the inkwell During this process the light should turn a solid blue You can also open the Phantom Configuration Test and select the Calibrate tab The message should read The Phantom has already inkwell calibrated Then go to the Test Forces tab If the ligh...

Page 22: ...h you can feel with your Phantom Omni The sides of the box should feel flat and the corners sharp Quit Quits the test application 5 My Phantom Omni works fine but the inkwell is never lit If your Omni is performing properly the LED in the inkwell could have simply burned out You can continue to use your device without risking damage to the device If you have any questions contact customer support ...

Page 23: ...supply You must return the device for servicing If you encounter any difficulties within your warranty period you can obtain Technical Support through the three channels listed below If you are out of warranty and do not have active maintenance Technical Support is limited If you purchased your Phantom Omni device from a distributor please contact them first Customer Support can be reached via e m...

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Page 25: ...evision reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the deal...

Page 26: ...equirements EN 55022 Statement This is to certify that the Geomagic Phantom Omni haptic device is shielded against the generation of radio interference in accordance with the application of Council Directive 89 336 EEC Article Aa Conformity is declared by the application of EN 55022 Class B CISPR 22 Warning This is a Class B product In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interferen...

Page 27: ...iguration can refer to a particular system configuration that you use frequently Which device to use is defined by the software application which uses it To create a new Phantom configuration use the Phantom Configuration Utility 1 From the Start menu select Settings Control Panel Phantom Configuration The Phantom Configuration window opens 2 On the hardware tab click Add 3 Enter a name to call th...

Page 28: ...D 2 Omni Device Guide APPENDIX D CONFIGURING MULTIPLE DEVICES ...

Page 29: ... need the following items to ship the device safely The packaging materials in which the device was originally shipped 1 Medium shipping box 1 Set of foam inserts cradles the device 6 Pieces of foam padding lines the inside walls of box 2 squares of cardboard inside bottom and top of box Thin clear plastic bag Packing tape Packing the Device and Accessories First package up the Phantom Omni device...

Page 30: ...el Check to see that the Phantom arm is fully seated by carefully pressing on the elbow joint Ensure that the Phantom device is fully seated by pressing firmly on the Phantom Omni label Check to see that the Phantom arm is fully seated by carefully pressing on the elbow joint Place the top half of foam insert over the Phantom device Close the box and tape shut ...

Page 31: ...vice only 3 lbs 15 oz 1 47 kg Range of Motion Hand movement pivoting at wrist Nominal Position Resolution 450 dpi 0 055 mm Backdrive Friction 1 oz 0 26 N Maximum Exertable Force at nominal orthogonal arms position 0 75 lbf 3 3 N Continuous Exertable Force 0 2 lbf 0 88 N Stiffness X axis 7 3 lbs in Y axis 13 A lbs in Z axis 5 9 lbs in X axis 1 26 N mm Y axis 2 31 N mm Z axis 1 02 N mm Inertia appar...

Page 32: ...F 2 Omni Device Guide APPENDIX F DEVICE SPECIFICATIONS ...

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