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USING THE GEOMAGIC TOUCH DEVICE
This chapter introduces you to working with the Geomagic Touch haptic device and the physical limits of the device’s range of motion. It
is important to understand these limitations so that you do not inadvertently damage the device by forcing it past its designed limits.
WORKING IN 3D SPACE
We have become so accustomed to using a mouse to move around a computer monitor that we don’t think twice as we move our hand
around a desk to move the cursor on the computer screen. But there was a time not long ago when this seemingly simple task was not
second nature; some even found it challenging and were often frustrated as they learned. If you are new to working in 3D digital space
and haptics, working with the Geomagic Touch device may take a little getting used to. Understanding where objects are in 3D space
may take some practice before you are able to move and manipulate objects with ease and certainty. Be patient with yourself.
PROPER HANDLING AND POSITIONING OF THE GEOMAGIC TOUCH DEVICE
WARNING Gripping and lifting the Geomagic Touch device improperly may damage it. To reduce the risk of damage, please follow the
instructions below.
Handling the Geomagic Touch Device
Calibrating the device:
The Geomagic Touch may need to be recalibrated from time to time, 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
Geomagic Touch device will be lit a steady blue when the device is properly calibrated. Alternatively, you can use the Geomagic Touch
Diagnostic utility (Start>All Programs>3D Systems>Geomagic Touch).
Lifting the device:
To properly lift the device grasp the base of the Geomagic Touch unit on both sides and lift as shown in the image
below. DO NOT lift by grasping the stylus or arm. The stylus is detachable by design. Lifting the unit by the stylus or arm could result in
severe damage to the device.
Position hands to securely fit the device.
Lifting the stylus out of the inkwell:
Grasp the end of the stylus and lift UP, to disengage, and then OUT as show below in the image
on the left. Do NOT attempt to pull the stylus straight out as shown on the right.
Be sure to lift the stylus in a two step motion.
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