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  • Page 1 Hiru The only eye-tracker that works in Windows and iPadOS, indistinguishably User Manual Hiru eye tracker Compatibility CE & MDR Technical Specifications See it Possible...
  • Page 2 As this document may contain information that is confidential, proprietary, or otherwise legally protected, it must not be further copied, distributed, or displayed without the express written permission of IRISBOND CROWDBONDING, S.L. Products that are referred to in this document may be either trademarks and/or registered trademarks of the respective owners.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    USB Connection and mounting Assembly Options How to mount Oskol Hiru Compatibility Use with different Operating Systems: Overview Windows How to update Hiru in Windows Windows Eye Control: Microsoft HID Protocol EasyClick software Compatibility Downloading and installing EasyClick step by step EasyClick features...
  • Page 4 Individuals with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) or Cerebral Palsy using Irisbond can access a variety of apps installed on the computer. Irisbond gives the user a window to the world, allowing them to communicate, share experiences and knowledge, watch movies, read, listen to audiobooks, play...there really is no limit!

  • Page 5: Irisbond Hiru Eye Tracker

    The information is then processed in the Hiru and sent to the software via the USB cable. This allows the user’s eye movements to be translated into onscreen positioning coordinates for the mouse.

  • Page 6: Compatibility

    Nvidia and others with OpenGL 2.0 Hard Disk 3GB + HDD USB 3.0 Multiplatform Hiru eye tracker can be used both with Windows and iOS (iPad). The same eye tracker works with both operating systems. We recommend iPad Pro / Surface Windows 10 iPadOS Windows iPads with a USB-C port.

  • Page 7: Usb Connection And Mounting

    Depending on the device that you may be using, an adaptor might be needed: For Windows devices, just use the long C-A cable. The C male connects to the Hiru and the A male connects to the device. For iPad PRO, the A-C adaptor is needed. Connect the adaptor to the iPad Pro, and the long cable to the Hiru.

  • Page 8: Assembly Options

    User manual IRISBOND Hiru Assembly Options The IRISBOND Hiru system is designed to be fully adaptable for use with laptops, Desktop PCs, and tablets: Laptop Under the laptop or PC, fix the Hiru onto the holder with the provided screws.
  • Page 9 User manual IRISBOND Hiru Assembly Options Desktop Computer / Monitor Place the holder on a screen with the provided magnets and screw the Hiru to the holder. Click here to watch Set Up video for IRISBOND Hiru. See it Possible...
  • Page 10 1. Attached to a tablet: Rehadapt’s GA IRISBOND Hiru bracket (#16.1239). 2. Every Oskol casing comes by default with the Rehadapt’s GA Universal adapter (#16.1224) mounted. Click here to watch Set Up video for IRISBOND Hiru. See it Possible www.irisbond.com...

  • Page 11: How To Mount Oskol

    IRISBOND Hiru How to mount Oskol Oskol has a space dedicated for a tablet and another for Hiru. To mount the tablet or iPad in the Oskol follow these steps: Separate the flexible tabs and the front casing on the top of the Oskol.

  • Page 12: Use With Different Operating Systems: Overview

    User manual IRISBOND Hiru Use with different Operating Systems: Overview Hiru eye tracker can be used with both: Windows and iOS (iPad Pro). The same eye tracker works with both operating systems. Windows Overview Keep in mind EasyClick: Our computer access software. EasyClick is now compatible with Duo and Hiru in the same app.
  • Page 13 Predictable 6: Predictable 6 is fully integrated with Hiru and eye gaze. To use it, select the access method “Eye Gaze” and select Hiru. More information on its use can be found here. If you need further assistance, we recommend you...

  • Page 14: Windows

    Hiru Windows How to update Hiru in Windows Hiru has continuous updates and new versions of firmware are released regularly. Update Hiru in Windows using our Systray app. Download the latest version of Systray app (below). Updating Hiru: Step by step Install Systray from this link: https://downloads.irisbond.com/systray...
  • Page 15 The Systray icon will open in the Windows Toolbar (see image below). If the Hiru is connected to the PC, the Systray will periodically check if there is a firmware update available. It is also possible to check for the updates by clicking in Check Updates.
  • Page 16 These are the notifications that you will receive once the process is started: Updating… Updated, do not remove the Hiru. Now, the Hiru is ready to be used! Click here to check our Youtube channel and find out more about Hiru! See it Possible www.irisbond.com...

  • Page 17: Windows Eye Control: Microsoft Hid Protocol

    User manual IRISBOND Hiru Windows Eye Control: Microsoft HID Protocol Install HiruSystray from this link: https://downloads.irisbond.com/systray The Systray icon will open in the Windows Toolbar. See it Possible www.irisbond.com...
  • Page 18 Go to Settings Ease of Access Eye Control Turn on the toggle Windows Eye Control Bar will open Activate HID integration for start using Hiru with Windows Eye Control Go to Systray and click in Start HID. See it Possible www.irisbond.com...
  • Page 19 User manual IRISBOND Hiru Calibrate Hiru by clicking in Show HID Calibration After calibrating, star controlling the Windows Eye Control bar with Hiru. Stop HID connection if using other apps integrated. See it Possible www.irisbond.com...

  • Page 20: Compatibility

    User manual IRISBOND Hiru software Our computer access software EasyClick, is compatible with DUO and Hiru, as the app automatically detects which eye tracker is connected. Download the application before connecting the eye tracker to your computer. Compatibility The software is compatible with computers and portable devices which have a Windows operating system (Vista, 7-11).
  • Page 21 Accept the License Agreement and click on Install: If it is the first IRISBOND application installed on your computer, the next window may appear. Check the option Always trust software from “Point Grey Research Inc.” if it is not checked and press Install.
  • Page 22 When EasyClick is installed on your computer, a shortcut will be automatically created on your Desktop: To start the application, first connect Hiru, wait 10 seconds, then open the app. Keep in mind If this message pops up, verify that the IRISBOND Hiru led lights are on and if it is correctly connected to the computer.

  • Page 23: Easyclick Features

    User manual IRISBOND Hiru features When the application is opened, the following window will appear: The application is designed for two general user profiles, as we are aware that not everyone has the same needs: First, there are Beginner users, accompanied by a therapist or a family member, who start using the application with basic functionalities and always with external help.

  • Page 24: Beginner Mode

    Indicates eyes are detected. If green, the detection is correct. If red, there is no or little detection. Position: Refers to the position of the user according to the Hiru. Calibration: A quick, one point calibration. Once positioning is correct, start the calibration with this icon.
  • Page 25 User manual IRISBOND Hiru features More about position If you click on positioning, this window will open: Using this guide, check the user position by avatar or video image. The avatar (left) indicates the distance and height between the user and the device.
  • Page 26 User manual IRISBOND Hiru features Beginner mode settings In settings, the following window will be opened: Adjust and customize your profile Control mode: choose which eye will be detected. This feature may be very useful for users who have eye conditions.
  • Page 27 User manual IRISBOND Hiru features Calibration In calibration, you will see the following window. You can choose between: One point calibration. Five points calibration. Step by step calibration. In the lower section, customize the calibration, change the speed, color, size, and image of the target.

  • Page 28: Pro Mode

    User manual IRISBOND Hiru features Pro Mode If you select the Pro option, the Desktop Bar will appear: When starting in Pro Mode, click the settings button. Settings In settings, configure users, calibrate the camera and customize application settings. See it Possible...
  • Page 29 User manual IRISBOND Hiru features Profile A default user is created when EasyClick is downloaded. These are the different options in this window: Rename user: allows you to change the name of the current user. Set default values: applies the default values for the current user (click mode and dwell/blink time, also options in Customize window).
  • Page 30 User manual IRISBOND Hiru features Create user: it opens a new window to insert the new user’s name. Type the name and click Close. Two new buttons will appear on Profile window: Change user and Remove users. Change user: allows you to change the current user.
  • Page 31 User manual IRISBOND Hiru features Calibration Calibrate the camera for the current user. A good calibration is key to the best eye tracking experience, so if need be, click “Lock” in the upper right hand corner to stop unwanted clicks.
  • Page 32 User manual IRISBOND Hiru features A correct positioning should be like in the image below: Next, click on the Avatar button to adjust the distance from the eyes to the camera. The bar on the left side will help you position in the right distance from the screen.
  • Page 33 User manual IRISBOND Hiru features Step 2: Calibration In this step, launch the calibration with the selected number of points: 1, 5, 9 or 16-point calibration. You can also use the eye tracker without doing any calibration, but depending on the attention capabilities and precision needed, we recommend calibrating with more points.
  • Page 34 Hiru features Customize In this window, customize the application. There are four tabs: General Settings, Calibration, Feedback, Desktop bar and Hiru. General Settings Control mode: select if the user is going to control the camera with one eye (left or right) or both eyes.
  • Page 35 User manual IRISBOND Hiru features Calibration Calibration speed: select the speed at which the calibration point will move. Calibration target: select the size of the calibration point and its color. Calibration background: select the color of the background during the calibration process.
  • Page 36 User manual IRISBOND Hiru features Feedback Gaze point: activate or deactivate the gaze point. Possibility to change the color. Activation progress: if it is On and the click mode selected is Dwell, a progress bar will be displayed on each button while the gaze is over it.
  • Page 37 User manual IRISBOND Hiru features Desktop Bar Desktop bar size: select the size of the desktop bar for the current user. Desktop bar location: select the location of the desktop bar for the current user. Desktop bar background: select the transparency of the bar for the current user.
  • Page 38 If the light is on, the user’s eyes are being detected. On the contrary, if the light is off, the detection has been lost. You can activate or deactivate the detection light indicator on top of Hiru. Device button: choose between on or off. If it is on, you will be able to calibrate by pushing the physical button.
  • Page 39 User manual IRISBOND Hiru features Language In this window, you can select the language of the application. These languages are implemented: English, Spanish, Basque, French, Russian, German, Norwegian, Swedish and Hebrew. The change will be applied once you leave this window.
  • Page 40 User manual IRISBOND Hiru features Switch to Here, you will be able to change the user mode from Pro to Beginner. This option is not clickable by the gaze, as the Beginner mode needs an assistant. See it Possible www.irisbond.com...
  • Page 41 User manual IRISBOND Hiru More about the desktop bar Move Moves the bar to the top or to the bottom of the screen. Single left click The bar will disappear, and a gaze bubble will help the user to focus the click.
  • Page 42 User manual IRISBOND Hiru More about the desktop bar Settings Open the Settings Window. Zoom click bar Prompts a new menu with four options: Go back to the Desktop bar Single right click. Double left click Single left click. Once the gaze of the user is fixed in a point, a zoom will be automatically made to make a precise click.
  • Page 43 User manual IRISBOND Hiru features Other options There are three buttons on the Settings window: About: displays some information about the program. Close: it closes the settings window and displays the Desktop bar. Exit program: exits de program after the confirmation of the user.

  • Page 44: Getting Started In Ios

    Initial Set up: 1. Plug in Hiru. Wait until the Hiru starts and the AssistiveTouch cursor appears on the screen. When Hiru is on, you will see 4 red LED lights on each of the edges. See it Possible www.irisbond.com...

  • Page 45: Hiru App

    APP. The first time the Hiru is plugged into the iPad, a message will appear prompting the download of the HIRU APP. 2. Activate the Hiru license within HIRU APP. To do this, open the app, and click Activate License.
  • Page 46 Hiru App Choose “Calibrate” and Position yourself using the positioning guide. Red means that you are too close or too far from the Hiru. Green means that the distance is correct. Position your eyes in the middle of the box.
  • Page 47 3. Calibrate: Choose how many points you want to calibrate with (1, 5, 9, 16). A target will move across the screen. Look at the point in all the positions where it stops. During the calibration process, Hiru learns from the user’s eyes to estimate the gaze points on the screen.
  • Page 48 On the left choose from LOW, MEDIUM or HIGH defaults, or adjust the level on the right hand side. The smoothing chosen here will apply in and outside the Hiru app. The smoothing level is a number between 1 and 14. 14 is the highest level of smoothing, resulting in a mouse of low sensitivity.
  • Page 49 5. When finished, exit the App using the “Close” icon in the top right corner. 6. Navigate outside the Hiru App using the cursor to click on different icons. The cursor default is to perform a single tap. To choose an alternative command, go to the AssistiveTouch Menu and select an option.

  • Page 50: Update Hiru In Ios

    Software requirements Hiru app needs to be at a minimum version of 2.8. Hiru needs to have a license for iOS. If you don’t have a license for Hiru, contact your provider. Steps to update In Hiru App, when a new version is available, the “Update Hiru” Button will appear in the upper right corner in blue.

  • Page 51: Hiru And Ios Accessibility Tools

    User manual IRISBOND Hiru Hiru and iOS Accessibility Tools Customize your iPad for Eye Gaze AssistiveTouch Menu The AssistiveTouch menu has 8 spaces for commands and is used to simulate various gesture commands using eye gaze. Navigate the iPad using the cursor to click on different icons.
  • Page 52 User manual IRISBOND Hiru Hiru and iOS Accessibility Tools How to personalize the AssistiveTouch Menu 1. Open the AssistiveTouch Tool in the iPad Settings. To do this, Go to iPad “Settings”, then choose “Accessibility”, and on the right side choose “Touch”.
  • Page 53 User manual IRISBOND Hiru Hiru and iOS Accessibility Tools 2. Customize the AssistiveTouch Menu: Select “Customize Top Level Menu”. Press + to increase the number of icons available to 8. 3. Select an icon from the defaults to be replaced (ex. Notification Center), and scroll down the list until you find the desired icon (ex.
  • Page 54 User manual IRISBOND Hiru Hiru and iOS Accessibility Tools 4. Continue replacing icons until the menu is as desired. Use the icons below as a guide for eye gaze. Recommended icons See it Possible www.irisbond.com...

  • Page 55: Ipad Settings For Eye Gaze

    Appearance, Select “Dark”. View: Zoom or Standard. Go to Settings > Display and Brightness > View, choose Standard or Zoom. *When you change this setting, calibrate using the Hiru app again to ensure eye tracking accuracy. See it Possible www.irisbond.com...
  • Page 56 User manual IRISBOND Hiru CE & MDR Technical Specifications See it Possible www.irisbond.com...

  • Page 57: Compliance Information: Ce And Mdr

    The device model has been designed and manufactured in conformity with Sistema de control del ordenador con la mirada the Directive. PRODUCT HIRU/ Eye tracking system HIRU San Sebastián, a 30th of April 2021 REFERENCE IRISBOND HIRU 65321IEM.001 65321REM.001 TEST CERTIFICATES 65321REM.002...

  • Page 58: Declaration Of Conformity (Mdr)

    User manual IRISBOND Hiru Declaration of conformity (MDR) We, Irisbond Crowdbonding Ltd, declare that the product listed below has been designed and manufactured in conformity with the Directive (UE) 2017/745: IRISBOND CROWDBONDING, SL ES-B75091058 AVENIDA DE TOLOSA, 75 - 2º...
  • Page 59 • Medical device; Eye tracking system HIRU. PRODUCT • Case to bundle the Irisbond HIRU eye tracker and the Surface Pro tablet (TPU material has PASSED skin sensitization and cytotoxicity tests in accordance with ISO 10993-5 and 10993-10). The aim of this declaration is a Class I Medical Device and is in conformity with the following directives:...
  • Page 60 • Eye tracking system HIRU, medical device class I. PRODUCT • Case to bundle the Irisbond HIRU eye tracker and the iPad Pro tablet (TPU material has PASSED skin sensitization and cytotoxicity tests in accordance with ISO 10993-5 and 10993-10)

  • Page 61: Technical Specifications

    Windows: 7-10 iPadOS: 13 or above Others: Please get in touch with us Eye Tracking processing Hiru on-chip eye tracking technology Eye-tracking processing done at HIRU itself. System requirements related to the applications used with HIRU. Typically: USB 3.0 -C •...
  • Page 62 See it Possible Avenida de Tolosa, 75. Floor 2 Donostia San-Sebastián. 20018 Gipuzkoa Spain +34 943 49 66 22 www.irisbond.com info@irisbond.com...

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