Gemini EVT User Manual

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Page 1 Gemini User Guide...
Page 2 Michael Thot Added info on boot modes, buttons/switches, LED states, USB connection guidelines. 10 February 2020 Michael Thot Updated link to Gemini Client tool to most recent version. 14 February 2020 Michael Thot Revised based on suggestions from legal. 21 February 2020 Michael Thot Adding section for boot instructions (QFIL &...
Page 3: Health And Safety Information
v0.9 | 2 Health and Safety Information WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury, discomfort, or property damage, please read and follow the health and safety information below before using the Glasses. Intended uses & users ● For ages 18+ only. The Glasses are intended only for use by adults aged 18 and older. Do not allow anyone under 18 to use the Glasses.
Page 4 v0.9 | 3 ○ Do not use with other head mounted displays, such as virtual reality headsets or other glasses. ○ Storage. Store the Glasses in a clean, dry, temperature-controlled environment. Do not leave in an unattended vehicle where temperatures may reach hot or cold extremes.
Page 5 v0.9 | 4 external contacts, or incinerate. Dispose of the Glasses consistent with instructions and local requirements for battery disposal. ● Accessories. Only use the Glasses with the provided charging cable and power adapter or other authorized accessories. Use with unauthorized accessories may damage the Glasses and increase the risk of injury or damage to other property.
Page 6 v0.9 | 5 Questions? Feedback? Please contact Michael Thot or assign him a Task using this template.
Page 7: General Device Information
Conditions of Use The Gemini EVT headset is only to be used by FTEs and contingent workers for research and engineering purposes only. Use of the device for user studies requires specific approval. Components The EVT device will arrive with: ●...
Page 8 v0.9 | 7 Questions? Feedback? Please contact Michael Thot or assign him a Task using this template.
Page 9 v0.9 | 8 Switches/Buttons The device has 3 physical points of interaction: a toggle switch and 2 buttons. ● Mute Switch: Toggles privacy mode on/off. Privacy mode is enabled when red is visible. Questions? Feedback? Please contact Michael Thot or assign him a Task using this template.
Page 10: Power & Charging
v0.9 | 9 ● Capture Button: Take a picture/video. ○ Currently used to power off the device. ○ This button may not have much tactile feedback, but should still operate correctly when pressed. ● Power Button: Power unit on/off ○ Currently powers the device on, but does not power off the device. Power &...
Page 11 v0.9 | 10 Connection Sensitivity The device’s magnetic connection for charging/data connection is sensitive. Try connecting the magnetic end to the glasses from back-to-front. You may have to physically hold it together momentarily for the device to be enumerated and/or initiate charging. It is advised that you connect the magnetic device end of the USB cable before connecting the other end to your computer.
Page 12 Make sure your device is powered-on and tap the Add Device button and the app will begin to look for nearby Gemini devices. The app will display a list of devices found nearby. Tap the name associated with your device to continue.
Page 13 v0.9 | 12 The app will then prompt you to join a WiFi network and input the associated password. After connecting to WiFi, the app will return to its home page and display device information, such as the battery level and storage capacity. Questions? Feedback? Please contact Michael Thot or assign him a Task using...
Page 14: Troubleshooting
v0.9 | 13 Troubleshooting LED States Status LED ● Low Battery: Flashing red LED (.5 seconds on, .5 seconds off). ● Recovery Mode: Alternating blue and red (may appear as violet because the LEDs alternate very quickly). ● Offline Crash Mode: Off ●...
Page 15: Issues And Solutions
Suggested Solution: First, attach the magnetic USB connector to the device. Then, plug the USB end into your computer. The magnetic USB connection is known to be somewhat flaky on the EVT model. If the magnetic connector attaches from front to back, it will violate specs regarding USB pin- connection ordering.
Page 16: Useful Links
v0.9 | 15 Please utilize your device’s corresponding logbook to keep account of any issues you encounter while using the device. The glasses will arrive with a unique label already adhered to it. Help Improve This User Guide! If you believe something needs to be addressed immediately, you can also assign a Task to Michael Thot through this Task...
Page 17: Connecting To A Computer
v0.9 | 16 ↪ You can download adb tooling here. On Windows version 29.0.5 works. Version 30.0.4 gives this error. Drivers You will also have to download Qualcomm’s drivers to interface with the device. ↪ Qualcomm drivers can be downloaded here. If your computer is running Windows, you will also need to download Oculus ADB Drivers.
Page 18 v0.9 | 17 Viewing VRS Files VRSPlayer can playback VRS files. There are two ways you can get the binary: ● If you have ovrsource locally cloned; ○ Run the following command to build the VRSPlayer binary: $ buck run @mode/linux/dev-release vrsplayer (replace "linux"...
Page 19 ● Exit Offline Crash/Diag. Mode: Hold PoE button for 3 seconds to reboot the device. Identifying the Device’s Boot Mode Device Boot Mode Associated Hardware ID (HWID) Android / ADB Gemini - USB\VID_2833&PID_0086&REV_0404 Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008 - USB\VID_05C6&PID_9008&REV_0000 Fastboot - Recovery USB\VID_18D1&PID_D001&REV_0404...
Page 20 v0.9 | 19 Preparation Qualcomm Software Install Qualcomm's USB driver (if you have not done so already) and the QPST package (contains QFIL) on your PC. Charge the Device Make sure the device is charged. To do, so connect it to its power adapter. If the LED next to the power button is red or off, leave the device charging.
Page 21 1. Once charged unplug the device from the USB cable. Then, turn it off by pressing the capture button for 5 seconds. 2. Go to gemini.com/arianestu and download the latest QFIL package (click the arrow in the QFIL column to download).
Page 22 v0.9 | 21 4. Put your device in QDL mode by following these steps: a. Plug the device’s USB cable into your computer, but DO NOT connect the magnetic end to your device yet. b. Ensure the device is turned off (hold down the capture button for 5 seconds) c.
Page 23 Gemini (under Universal Serial Bus devices), and the power LED should be blue. If the device does not enumerate as Gemini press the capture button for 5 second. This should reboot the device and prompt it to communicate with your computer.
Page 24: Fcc Regulations
v0.9 | 23 2. adb shell "sh /etc/update_firmware.sh" 3. when the update is finished reboot device using: adb reboot STU (Safe to Use) Fastboot/Baseline Builds ↪ You can download STU builds at www.geminil.com/arianestu. First, simply download a package marked as Fastboot: If you have downloaded the correct package, it will contain “fastboot”...
Page 25 v0.9 | 24 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.