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GYROSET HEAD DRIVE
USER MANUAL
Document identifier: NOW.Q.CE.M.EN-GS-0002-01
Revision: 01
Date of issue: 30 November 2019
©2019 Now Technologies Ltd. All rights reserved.
Now Technologies, the Now Technologies logo, and the GyroSet And Glory names are
trademarks of Now Technologies Ltd., registered in 18. Reáltanoda street, Budapest,
1053 Hungary.
European representative of the Manufacturer:
Now Technologies Ltd., 18. Reáltanoda street, Budapest, 1053 Hungary
www.nowtech.hu

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  • Page 1 Revision: 01 Date of issue: 30 November 2019 ©2019 Now Technologies Ltd. All rights reserved. Now Technologies, the Now Technologies logo, and the GyroSet And Glory names are trademarks of Now Technologies Ltd., registered in 18. Reáltanoda street, Budapest, 1053 Hungary.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    GyroSet Cubo GyroSet LINK Glory Tools Application Assembly instructions System connection diagram GyroSet Vigo assembly GyroSet Link installation GyroSet Link Mounting GyroSet Link Wiring to PGDT GyroSet Cubo Mounting Connecting the GyroSet Cubo to the Link and to the Headrest Sensor...
  • Page 3 Setting the driving parameters in the OMNI for safe and twitch-free acceleration How to wear and drive with the GyrsoSet Vigo? How to wear the Vigo? Turn on the System (for assistants/carers) Driving with the GyroSet Vigo Switch modes with the Vigo Drive with your Vigo Using the OMNI Menu...

  • Page 4: User Guide

    MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PURPOSE. Now Technologies disclaims all liability arising from this information and its use. Use of Now Technologies devices in life support and/or safety applications is entirely at the buyer’s risk, and the buyer agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless Now Technologies from any and all damages, claims, suits, or expenses resulting from such use.

  • Page 5: System Requirements

    SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS A ​ w heelchair ​ equipped with: ● PGDT R-Net: ○ Omni​ or ○ Omni2 or ○ IOM Input/Output Module​ , or ● Dynamic Controls: ○ Linx DLX-IN500,​ or, ● Quantum Rehab: ○ Q-Logic 3 EX Enhanced Display or SCIM Module Requirements for the ​...

  • Page 6: Safety And Handling Instructions

    GyroSet Vigo in direct sunlight or keep it in hot vehicles. Stop using the GyroSet Vigo if you notice these problems: odor, change in color, too much heat, change in shape, leaking, odd noises. If it is safe to do so, move the device away from anything that can catch fire.

  • Page 7: Special Safety Warning

    – 1-3 cm – and in a position that a sudden change in the position of the GyroSet Vigo won’t hurt your eye. Circumstances that can affect the operation of the GyroSet Vigo: The GyroSet head drive offers unprecedented freedom of movement by using wireless radio communication.

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Getting Started What’s in the box GyroSet Link USB to micro-USB cable to charge the GyroSet Vigo GyroSet Dongle GyroSet Vigo with plastic “C” mounting ring The headband of GyroSet Vigo Special Micro-USB to Micro-USB cable to connect the GyroSet Link and the GyroSet...

  • Page 10: Gyroset Vigo

    GyroSet Vigo What does the Vigo do? The GyroSet Vigo is a headset that measures the head movements of the user in three dimensions and transfers signals to the GyroSet Cubo via bluetooth to enable driving. It also supports other functions such as receiving phone calls and listening to music (not...

  • Page 11: Gyroset Cubo

    What does the Cubo do? The Cubo provides visual feedback to the end-user via its display. It also receives the signals from the GyroSet Vigo, calculates the orientation of the user’s head and transfers commands to the GyroSet Link. GyroSet LINK What does the LINK do? The GyroSet Link translates the user’s head movements into analog joystick signals that are...

  • Page 12: Glory Tools Application

    Glory Tools Application The Glory Tools Application (GT) is a desktop software application that allows the user to set up, customize, adjust and calibrate the various components of the GyroSet product family, namely the head drive. It is available to download from: https://nowtech.hu/downloads...

  • Page 13: Assembly Instructions

    GyroSet Vigo assembly GyroSet Link installation GyroSet Link enables GyroSet Vigo users to use their GyroSet Vigo on a PGDT Omni or IOM or Quantum Q-Logic 3 EX Enhanced Display or SCIM Module or ​ D ynamic​ Linx DLX-IN500 equipped wheelchair as a specialty input device (SID). The Omni is a universal specialty controls interface that accepts signals from many different types of SIDs and translates them into commands compatible with the PG Drives Technology R-Net control system.

  • Page 14: Gyroset Link Mounting

    control system so that it is unsuitable for some users or even some vehicles. Although this guide contains recommended settings for Omni for all of the above reasons it is important that you contact PG Drives Technology if you have the slightest doubt or if you need any advice on programming the product.

  • Page 15: Gyroset Link Wiring To Pgdt

    GyroSet Link Wiring to PGDT The ​ G yroSet Link ​ p rovides a proportional analog signal compatible with the PGDT Omni (and some other controller systems – see in System Requirements). The interface is a standard D-type connector, fitted with “detect link” and “fifth switch” functions. As there is no internal power source or auxiliary power input connector on the GyroSet Link the power for operation is provided by the Omni.
  • Page 16 Connecting the GyroSet Link to Omni Connecting the GyroSet Link to IOM Please make sure that the wiring meets the following criteria: ● The GyroSet Link must be properly connected to PGDT Omni or IOM or Quantum Q-Logic 3 via an Enhanced Display or a SCIM Module. ●...

  • Page 17: Gyroset Cubo Mounting

    WARNING Always make sure that the chair is configured in a way that the chair’s on/off switch is available to the user, according to the manufacturer’s guidance. GyroSet Cubo Mounting The GyroSet Cubo enclosure has two M4 nuts at the back of the device that is designed specifically for mounting.

  • Page 18: Connecting The Gyroset Cubo To The Link And To The Headrest Sensor

    ❏ To take advantage of the IP54 protection of the casing, cables must face the ground to prevent rain getting into the connector: ❏ We recommend placing the Cubo on the same side as the user wears the Vigo. ❏ Please make sure that the placement of the GyroSet Cubo allows for protection against mechanical damages (e.g.

  • Page 19: Headrest And Headrest Sensor

    ● The Link as receiver is compatible strictly with sensors and buddy buttons manufactured by Now Technologies Ltd. - such as the Headrest Sensor. ● In case the Cubo is set to receive Jack signals any kind of Now Technologies or third party buddy button can be used.
  • Page 20 Please make sure that the wiring meets the following criteria: ● The Headrest Sensor must be properly connected to GyroSet Cubo. ● The Headrest Sensor’s cable must be tied to the frame of the wheelchair to avoid accidental tearing or crushing by the movement of actuators. ●...

  • Page 21: Setting Up The System

    Please find our tutorial videos on https://www.nowtech.hu/tutorials/ GyroSet Link and the GyroSet Cubo enables GyroSet Vigo users to use their GyroSet Vigo on a PGDT Omni or IOM equipped wheelchair as a specialty input device (SID). The Omni is a...
  • Page 22 Using the R-Net PC programmer to configure Omni, Port 1 SID has to be set to ​ p roportional. To use the Click sensor of the GyroSet Vigo to activate menu functions on the Omni, Port 1 User control has to be set to ​ M enu and Return To Drive.

  • Page 23: Setting Up The Iom And The Gyroset Link

    Q-Logic trained person. Setting up the Vigo The GyroSet Vigo was paired to your system at the factory. Pairing to your phone (optional: to receive calls and listen to auditory type entertainment) 1.

  • Page 24: Gyroset Link Configuration

    The GyroSet Vigo can measure the tilting of the head in the four main directions, forward, backward, left and right.
  • Page 25 1. Based on the factory default parameters, and according to the results of the test drive with a joystick, the assistant shall identify the highest speed values of the chair that enables the user to drive the chair safely: 1. Maximum Forward Speed 2.
  • Page 26 Twitch of the chair during acceleration, deceleration or especially driving forward can be caused by the swinging of the head. In this case, we recommend increasing the value of the Tremor Damping from zero step by step, until the chair is able to accelerate without twitches. 4.

  • Page 27: How To Wear And Drive With The Gyrsoset Vigo

    How to wear and drive with the GyrsoSet Vigo How to wear the Vigo 1. Find a comfortable seating position for the user and adjust the headrest so that the Headrest Sensor is always in reach for the user (3-5 cm). Pushing the Headrest Sensor with the back of the head should always be an easy operation.

  • Page 28: Turn On The System (For Assistants/Carers)

    Vigo on a stable and flat surface (usually 5-10 seconds) until the calibration icon changes to a checkmark. Continue the process with Step 7. Driving with the GyroSet Vigo Switch modes with the Vigo The default mode after the turn-on process is inactive drive mode.

  • Page 29: Drive With Your Vigo

    Emergency stop/Leave driving mode: Push the Headrest Sensor with the back of the head with a fast (faster than reversing) movement. The chair will react immediately to the push of the sensor. The chair stops also when the head leaves the range set in the Glory Tools application and also when the user is making fast, seizure-like movements.

  • Page 30: Other Gyroset Vigo Functions

    1. To avoid control problems when changing your seating position, we recommend modifying your setting in the OMNI to control the actuators only with head side tilts. 2. When the chair is not moving the GyroSet Vigo’s click sensor (face wink) can be used to enter into the Omni Menu.

  • Page 31: Power Off

    Power off To power off GyroSet Vigo, press and hold the Multi-Function Button for 5 seconds. The Alert LED will flash blue 3 times, and you will hear “Power off” spoken from the GyroSet Vigo earpiece. Battery charging & battery level Charging: Use the included USB cable for charging.

  • Page 32: Appendix

    Appendix GyroSet Vigo LED Indications: Solid Red on: Charging Off (with USB power applied): Fully charged Flashing Red: Vigo is on low energy Alternating Red and Cyan: Vigo in pairing mode Flashing Red, Green and Blue: Vigo power on (or off)

  • Page 33: Gyroset Link Audible Feedback

    Green Blinking Connection to the headset established through CABLE and ACTIVE Orange Breathing: fade in – fade GyroSet Link is in Service Mode 1 short high sound signal System halted due to an error. Driving stopped Blue Rapid blinking Waiting for centering the head (RADIO connection) Green Rapid Blinking...

  • Page 34: Gyroset Cubo System Status Feedback

    The system lost its binding with Bluetooth icon in a the GyroSet Vigo and is looking counterclockwise direction. for the first GyroSet Vigo it is able A circle and a “no device” label is to find. visible. The Bluetooth icon is flashing. A The system is bound to, but circle and a “no device”...

  • Page 35: Special Safety Checklist

    Please make sure that the following criteria are met before trying to drive the wheelchair with the GyroSet Drive System: ❏ Understanding of the intended use of the GyroSet Cubo and the GyroSet Vigo by getting familiar with this User Manual.
  • Page 36 GyroSet Link the click sensor can turn the chair into sleep mode. ❏ In case the fifth button function is programmed so that the User can access the Omni menu, the GyroSet Vigo can be used to navigate within the menu using head gestures similar to the controller’s joystick.

  • Page 37: Warranty

    WARRANTY Now Technologies Ltd. provides two year’s full warranty on the products. This warranty covers any defects in materials or workmanship, with the exceptions stated below: Faults resulting from the installation by an unqualified person. Any problem that is caused by abuse, misuse, extreme water damage or extreme weather are not covered.
  • Page 38 EUROPEAN UNION – DISPOSAL INFORMATION The symbol above means that according to local laws and regulations your product and/ or its battery shall be disposed of separately from household waste. When this product reaches its end of life, take it to a collection point designated by local authorities.
  • Page 39 EU COMPLIANCE STATEMENT Now Technologies Ltd. hereby declares that this wireless device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the R&TTE Directive and Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU, as applicable. Now Technologies’s EU representative is Now Technologies Ltd.

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