This manual should be read completely by the installer. Improvements and changes to this manual necessitated by typographical errors, inaccuracies of current information, or improvements to programs/equipment may be made by Sentaz B.V. at any time and without notice. The most recent version of this manual can be found on: www.sentaz.com/manuals...
Using the tactile car seat ...................... 1 8 Maintenance .......................... 1 8 Storage and transport ...................... 1 8 Troubleshoot .......................... 1 9 Installation of the Tactile Inlay in combination with ............... 1 9 Tactile signals .......................... 2 0 Technical Support ........................ 2 1 Customer Service and Repairs .................... 2 1 Disposal .......................... 2 2 Register .......................... 2 3...
The Tactile Car Seat will be installed permanently into the vehicle. The Tactile Inlay will be placed under the car seat upholstery in the seating area. The Tactile Inlay has 6 vibration motors. Using an USB connection, the Tactile Inlay is connected to the Vehicle Information System.
FRAME AS INDICATED IN THE INSTALLATION MANUAL; TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE TACTILE INLAY OR USB-CABLE; DO NOT USE THE TACTILE CAR SEAT IF THE TACTILE INLAY OR CABLING IS DAMAGED OR IF IT SHOWS LARGE OPENINGS;...
WHEN MODIFYING THE POSITION OF THE CAR SEAT; BE CAREFULL NOT TO STRETCH OR DAMAGE THE • CABLES; DO NOT SUBMERGE THE TACTILE INLAY OR CABLE IN LIQUID OF ANY KIND. CHAPTER 5 GIVES INSTRUCTIONS • ON HOW TO CLEAN THE DEVICE AND ACCESSORIES SAFELY;...
IT IS EXPRESSLY AGREED THAT THE ABOVE WARRANTY SHALL BE IN LIEU, AS FAR AS PERMITTED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW, OF ALL WARRANTIES OF FITNESS AND OF THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND THAT SENTAZ SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER ARISING OUT OF THE MANUFACTURE, USE, SALE, HANDLING, REPAIR, MAINTENANCE, OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT.
C. Packaging Check if all components as listed above are present in the packaging. If a component is missing or damaged, contact Sentaz for assistance. Save all packing materials in case storage, repacking and / or transportation is necessary. 3.2 INSTRUCTIONS FOR CORRECT INSTALLATION OF THE TACTILE CAR...
Do not place any other objects or layers (such as seat covers on top of/over the car seat upholstery for optimal vibration transmission. Installation in combination with other car seat electronics View troubleshooting for additional information on installing the Tactile Inlay in combination with: Seat heating or other electronics in the car seat. • Retractable/adjustable front seat area.
Be careful to not cut through cables of the car seat while making alterations. 1. Align Tactile Inlay to front of seat, in a way that it folds nicely over the curve of the seat. 2. Align Tactile Inlay to center of seat.
3.5.2 Install the Tactile Inlay in car seat Important: View troubleshooting for additional information on installing the Tactile Inlay in combination with: Seat heating or other electronics in the car seat. • Adjustable front seat area. • USB 2.0 extension cord lengths over 2m.
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Ensure that cables are protected from hard areas such as metal strips in the car seat. 1. Lay the Tactile Inlay on top of car seat, align with center and front of seat. For best results; let the Tactile Inlay follow the curve at the front of the car seat. Use a straight cut if modifications are required.
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Ensure that there is enough additional cable to enable adjustment of the car seat. 1. Find a suitable spot to lead the cable from the Tactile Inlay to under the car seat, for example through a hole in the seat or in between the back rest and seat area. If necessary, cut holes in the car seat cushioning to support wiring.
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1. Carefully flip the Tactile Inlay upside down while supporting loose cables, cover the holes with the vibration motors. 2. Spray glue on the Tactile Inlay and other foam parts. Do not spray glue on the areas of the car seat where the holes of the vibration motors will go.
1. Connect the USB cable of the Tactile Inlay to an extension cable with required length. See troubleshoot for lengths over 2m. 2. Guide the cable from the Tactile Inlay through the car frame to the Vehicle Information System and fixate the wiring to the car frame using tie-wraps.
3.5.4 Remount upholstery 10. Remount the Car Seat upholstery 1. Remount the Car Seat upholstery. User manual for Tactile Car Seat | SEN-TCS-INL-IMAN-EN-1711 | P 17 of 25...
Do not submerge the Tactile Inlay or cabling in liquids of any kind. The Tactile Inlay or cabling may not be cleaned using chemicals or other substances that may cause damage to the system such as acetone, phenols or disinfectants.
Tactile Inlay. 1. Carefully remove upholstery from car seat. 2. If possible: Try to install all elements of the Tactile Inlay into the non-adjustable area of the seat. Note that this may influence the vibration experience (further to the back).
7.2 TACTILE SIGNALS 1. Disconnect and reconnect the Tactile Inlay from the VIS. 2. Ensure that all cables (including extension cord) are connected The Tactile Car Seat does not and not damaged. give any tactile signals when the 3. Ensure that the VIS gives enough power (according to technical system is powered.
If any problems occur during use, use the troubleshooting list to find a solution for the problem. Technical support is available at cost price. SLA and/or custom work can be agreed separately, upon request. For technical support go to www.sentaz.com/support CUSTOMER SERVICE AND REPAIRS For customer service and repairs contact go to www.sentaz.com/support...
DISPOSAL Tactile Inlay, Control Module and Wiring. When you decide to dispose the Tactile Car Seat, you are advised to return all components to the manufacturer. Here, the device and accessories will be disassembled and hazardous materials will be removed according to the regional legislation for disposal.
REGISTER Cautions Declaration of Conformity Disposal Installation Maintenance Switch On/Off Tactile Inlay Technical Specifications Transport Troubleshoot Vehicle Information System 5,16 Warnings Warranty User manual for Tactile Car Seat | SEN-TCS-INL-IMAN-EN-1711 | P 23 of 25...
Manual Extensive explanation on the (first time) use of Warnings the tactile Inlay as well as more advanced Warnings indicate information which, if not functionalities. observed, could result in injury of the user, and possibly damage to the device or its accessories.
25 x 27 x 2 cm (l x w x h) Weight 500 grams Wired data connection USB 2.0, USB A type Length USB cable 90 cm Amount of vibration motors Composition Tactile Inlay Electronic overmould enclosure • Foam • Textile • All compliant with automotive requirements...
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