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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 2 e NeuroSky product families consist of hardware and software components for simple integration of this bio- sensor technology into consumer and industrial end-applications. All products are designed and manufactured to meet exacting consumer speci cations for quality, pricing, and feature sets.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ........MindSet Stereo Audio and Bluetooth Headset Functions .

  • Page 4: Introduction To The Mindset

    Introduction to the MindSet ank you for purchasing NeuroSky's MindSet™. is Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) device turns your brainwaves into actions, unlocking new worlds of interactivity. e MindSet reports the wearer’s mental state in the form of NeuroSky's proprietary Attention and Meditation eSense™ algorithms, along with raw wave and information about the brainwave frequency bands.

  • Page 5: Neurosky Technology Overview

    e patterns and frequencies of these electrical signals can be measured by placing a sensor on the scalp. e MindSet contains NeuroSky inkGear™ technology, which measures the analog electrical signals, commonly referred to as brainwaves, and processes them into digital signals to make the measurements available to games and applications.

  • Page 6: Esense Meter - General Information

    Chapter 2 – NeuroSky Technology Overview eSense Meter - General Information e eSense meters are a way to show how effectively the user is engaging Attention (similar to con- centration) or Meditation (similar to relaxation). Like exercising an unfamiliar muscle, it may take some time to gain full pro ciency with each of the eSense™...

  • Page 7: Attention Esense

    Chapter 2 – NeuroSky Technology Overview ATTENTION eSense e eSense Attention meter indicates the intensity of a user's level of mental “focus” or “attention”, such as that which occurs during intense concentration and directed (but stable) mental activity. Its value ranges from 0 to 100. Distractions, wandering thoughts, lack of focus, or anxiety may lower the Attention meter level.

  • Page 8: Setting Up Your Mindset

    Chapter 3 Setting Up Your MindSet Figure 3.1: Overview of the MindSet June 10, 2009 | © 2009 NeuroSky, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 9: Minimum System Requirements

    Power On To turn on the MindSet, hold down the power button until you see the blue LED turn on. Turn off the MindSet by holding down the same power button until the blue LED goes from ashing to solid.

  • Page 10: Bluetooth Dongle Setup

    Chapter 3 – Setting Up Your MindSet Important: Do not wear the MindSet while charging. Bluetooth Dongle Setup Windows Vista 1. Plug the included USB Bluetooth dongle into an open USB slot. 2. Windows Vista will automatically initiate the Found New Hardware Wizard. Allow Windows Update to search for software.
  • Page 11 Figure 3.4: My device is set up and ready to be found 5. "MindSet" should appear in the Add Bluetooth Device Wizard. Select it and click "Next". If it does not appear in the Wizard, make certain your MindSet is in pairing mode (refer to step 3.) and select "Search Again".
  • Page 12 6. Select "Use the passkey found in the documentation." Fill in the passkey 0000, then click "Next". Figure 3.6: Fill in the passkey:**0000** 7. Windows Vista will begin the installation procedure to install the MindSet's different features. Bluetooth MindSet Pairing June 10, 2009 | © 2009 NeuroSky, Inc.
  • Page 13 Chapter 3 – Setting Up Your MindSet Figure 3.7: Windows Pairing and Authentication Figure 3.8: Installation 8. e computer will list the Outgoing and Incoming COM Ports. Note the Outgoing COM Port. Bluetooth MindSet Pairing June 10, 2009 | © 2009 NeuroSky, Inc.
  • Page 14 – Setting Up Your MindSet Figure 3.9: Outgoing COM Port 9. You are now ready to use the MindSet with the accompanying software. Remember to use your Outgoing COM Port to connect your programs to the MindSet. Bluetooth MindSet Pairing June 10, 2009 | ©...

  • Page 15: Mac Os X

    6. Click the "Passkey Options…" button at the bottom, and make sure the option is set to "Use a speci c passkey". Click "OK". Figure 3.10: Passkey options 7. In the same window, "MindSet" should appear in the list of Bluetooth devices in range. Select it, then click "Continue". Figure 3.11: List of Bluetooth devices 8.
  • Page 16 Figure 3.12: Passkey entry 10. When asked about services, just use the default setting, then click "Continue". Figure 3.13: Available services 11. You are now ready to use the MindSet. Bluetooth MindSet Pairing June 10, 2009 | © 2009 NeuroSky, Inc.

  • Page 17: Serial Port Name

    If you need to check your Outgoing COM Port, go to the Bluetooth Control Panel and click on the "COM Ports Tab." Your Outgoing COM Port will be listed. If it is not properly listed, remove the MindSet from the installed Bluetooth Devices and reinstall the MindSet.

  • Page 18: Mac Os X

    Since the Mac does not use numbered serial ports, users must determine manually which port the MindSet connects to. Once you've completed the pairing procedure, load up the System Preferences, and click on the Bluetooth icon. Select the "MindSet" in the list of devices, then click on the gear icon underneath. en, click on the menu option.

  • Page 19: Bluetooth Troubleshooting

    Pairing failed Low battery Charge the MindSet com- pletely before use. Cannot see the MindSet while e MindSet is not in pairing Put the MindSet in pairing searching for Bluetooth devices mode. mode by pressing inwards the media/playback button until the blue and red LED's ash.

  • Page 20: Using Your Mindset

    PC or Mac. Fitting the MindSet e MindSet is more than your average headset. It has the ability to use your brainwaves for exciting new applications. Important: In order to take full advantage of these functions and features of the MindSet, the MindSet must be properly worn.
  • Page 21 Figure 4.3: Closeup of the sensors making contact with the forehead 5. is is how the MindSet should look when properly worn. During usage, if you are not receiv- ing a signal, repeat the steps above to make minor adjustments to ensure the sensor and contacts have proper skin contact.

  • Page 22: Mindset Stereo Audio And Bluetooth Headset Functions

    Chapter 4 – Using Your MindSet Figure 4.4: Properly worn MindSet MindSet Stereo Audio and Bluetooth Headset Functions Controls Stereo Audio Button Function Pairing / Media But- Directional pushes of the Pairing/Media Button (henceforth referred to as Media Button) enable the different media playback controls. Holding the button inwards without any directional nudges enables the Pairing function.

  • Page 23: Windows Vista

    Windows Vista Stereo Audio If you have properly followed the MindSet installation procedure, audio functionality will be enabled. Windows Vista manages the audio output. You simply need to make certain that Sound has been re-directed from your computer's speakers to the MindSet's Stereo Audio functionality.
  • Page 24 MindSet's Hands-free functionality. Figure 4.7: 4. To verify, double-click the Audio icon in the System Tray on the bottom right. Select "Devices" MindSet Stereo Audio and Bluetooth Headset Functions June 10, 2009 | © 2009 NeuroSky, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 25: Mac Os X

    en click on "Use Headphones". MindSet To use the MindSet as a Bluetooth headset, click on the Bluetooth icon in the Menu Bar, then hover your mouse over the option. en click on "Use Headset".

  • Page 26: Software Installation

    – Using Your MindSet Software Installation Windows Vista 1. Insert the MindSet BCI Demonstration Software CD into the CD drive of your computer. 2. e CD will automatically bring up the Auto-Installer window. If it does not, execute the program from the disc.

  • Page 27: Additional Products

    Chapter 5 Additional Products To nd new and exciting ways to unlock the full potential of you MindSet, visit the NeuroSky Store for additional software and applications: http://store.neurosky.com MindKit e MindKit is a bundle that allows developers and researchers to use or create applications to interface with the MindSet.

  • Page 28: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance • Clean the MindSet's sensor and ear contacts with alcohol-wipes (alcohol-based cleaner) period- ically to ensure the best signal quality. Use a soft cloth to clean the MindSet casing Figure 6.1: Clean the sensors regularly • For travel and storage, gently push the sensor boom up until it is aligned with the top of the headset.
  • Page 29 Figure 6.2: Don't extend the boom beyond its stopping point! • Do not expose the MindSet to temperatures above 140°F (60°C) • Be careful not to kink or overly bend the sensor boom. is will reduce the ease of t •...

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    USB is plugged in all of the way. I am having issues with my Bluetooth connection. Please use the Bluetooth Dongle included with the MindSet, and then be sure to carefully follow the instructions under Setting Up Your MindSet, paying particular attention to Bluetooth Dongle Setup, Bluetooth MindSet Pairing, and Serial Port Name.

  • Page 31: Support

    I have a problem that is not covered by this Troubleshooting section. Register on the NeuroSky Support Forums at http://support.neurosky.com to access additional infor- mation. Support For further technical support, please register on the NeuroSky Support Forums at http://support.neurosky.com. Support June 10, 2009 | © 2009 NeuroSky, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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