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KAT Walk Coord 2
OWNER'S MANUAL
This product is for personal use ONLY. Any form of commercial application is prohibited.

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  • Page 1 KAT Walk Coord 2 OWNER'S MANUAL This product is for personal use ONLY. Any form of commercial application is prohibited.
  • Page 2 Acknowledgement Thank you for purchasing our product! Please, read this instruction manual carefully and keep it safely stored for future use. KATVR reserves the right to interpret and modify the manual. Any amendments, updates and interpretations to the manual will be published on the KATVR official website. Read this manual in its entirety.
  • Page 3 Declaration WARNING Health Warnings PRODUCT INTRODUCTION Product Description KAT Walk Coord 2 Description Product Appearance KAT Walk Coord 2 Dedicated Shoes Introduction KAT Dedicated Shoes KAT Walk Coord 2 Foot Sensor Introduction Product Parameters PRODUCT INSTALLATION Precautions Tools Preparation Finding a suitable place...
  • Page 4 Mods Ranking Notification Feedback System Lab Functions Direction calibration Calibration button FIRST USE OF KAT WALK COORD 2 Sensor Installation Friction level Introduction Anti-Slip Lock Introduction Entering the Platform Strapping in Getting off Charging First Steps ‒ How to walk? How to do the ″micro-operation″?
  • Page 5 First & Foremost This owner’s manual contains all the information you need to install your KAT Walk Coord 2. The following symbols are used to indicate important information and instructions for the device set-up process： This symbol asks you to take certain precautions in the installation and/or operation of the product.
  • Page 6 5'1" and 2m/6'7" of height (recommended 1.60m/ 5'3" to 1.95m/6'5”) and weight below 130kg (286 lbs.). Do not use the KAT Walk Coord 2 if you do not meet the age, height, or weight requirements, or if your physical condition does not allow for moderate to intense physical activity.
  • Page 7 Placement risks: Do not place this device in the following locations: （1）Outdoor with direct exposure to the sunlight; （2）Inclined or unstable surfaces; （3）Exhibition booths made of glass or those that are incapable of meeting the weight support requirements; （4）Near firefighting equipment or safety exits, etc. If you need to change the location after completing the assembly and installation, be sure to disassemble the device in strict accordance with the components order, use the same materi-al as the original packaging to wrap the device, and choose a high-quality logistics...
  • Page 8 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B).

  • Page 9: Health Warnings

    flammable liquid or gas. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. Violation of the below safety instructions or any other misconduct may cause serious bodily injury, death, or damage to the product, for which KAT VR will not be held responsible. Health Warnings...

  • Page 10: Product Introduction

    Product Description KAT Walk Coord 2 Description KAT Walk Coord 2 is a 2nd-Generation Personal VR Treadmill ‒ First VR-Gamer-Optimized device that unlocks ALL PHYSICAL ACTIONS IN ALL FREE LOCOMOTION GAMES across different plat-forms! Providing 360° of infinite and natural movement in VR from a single spot in your home, C2 enables intuitive Human-VR interactions.
  • Page 11 KAT Walk Coord 2 Foot Sensor Introduction The KAT Walk Coord 2 Foot Sensors are mounted on the bottom of the dedicated shoes and serve the purpose of translating physical movement into VR to ensure a highly accurate...
  • Page 12 3.7V Li-Ion Polymer 370mA KAT Walk Coord 2 inner sensor Introduction The KAT Walk Coord 2 Inner Sensor is mounted in the back-support plate to collect the body direction data and transfer it into the game. The sensor has a direction calibration button for a quick and easy calibration whenever needed.

  • Page 13: Product Parameters

    Supported height 1.55m-2.00m / 5’ 1” - 6’ 7” Recommended height 1.60m-1.95m / 5’ 3” - 6’ 5” Product weight KAT Walk Coord 2 54kg KAT Walk Coord 2 Plus 57kg Base height 230mm / 9” Squat width 0.48m/ 1’ 7”...

  • Page 14: Product Installation

    It is not advised to place the device on smooth surfaces that are easily scratched by metal, e.g wooden or tiled floor. Place KAT Walk Coord 2 on a carpet or take other measures to protect the floor. Ensure there is no furniture or other household items that can be easily knocked within the device vicinity.
  • Page 15 Stabilizing feet box Sensor charging Rods cord Base plate USB cable Waist harness Power cord Sensor box Tool box Back support box Remove the covers. Items in the Find protective gloves in the tool Take out the base （ 39kg） and box should be organized as in box and put them on, then take place it on a flat surface with the...
  • Page 16 Locate the height indicator on the Pull out the safety pin, step on Tighten the screws with back support corresponding with the platform space rods. Mount screwdriver, then tighten the your body height. When mounting the support plate on the upper nuts with wrench.
  • Page 17 Packing List Before assembly, check carefully whether the quantity and type of tools and accessories is con- sistent with the below list. If anything is missing, contact our customer service at service@kat- vr.com before you proceed. Base Stabilizing Feet Back Support Rod Back Support Plate Back Support Shell Connecting Plate...
  • Page 18 10-13mm Open-End Wrench Phillips Screwdriver 8mm Gaskets M8×30 Hexagon Head Screws M8×20 Hexagon Round Head Screws M4×16 Cross Head Long Screws M4×8 Cross Head Short Screws M8X55 Hexagon Round Head Screws M8 Cap Nut 0.5m Micro USB Wire Pair of Gloves Static Eliminator Maintenance Oil HMD Wire Pulley...

  • Page 19: Software Setup

    Software Set-Up KAT Gateway Software Introduction KAT Gateway is the dedicated software for running KAT VR devices. It is currently available in PC and VR-Integrated version. In near future it will be available on the KAT Nexus as well for stand- alone VR experience.
  • Page 20 With KAT Gateway, you can quickly connect the KAT Walk Coord 2 with your computer system to manage the device, view the current connection status, adjust the settings, and run the available VR content. Thanks to our inSteam Turbo Mode, each compatible game will be automatically launched with the optimal settings configuration.
  • Page 21 Select KAT Walk Coord 2 and proceed to the product resource page Download KAT Gateway and install it on your PC Opening KAT Gateway Starting the software: Once you've installed the software, double-click the shortcut icon.
  • Page 22 VR-Integrated Gateway： Press the System Button on your hand controller and click the Gateway icon in the bottom left corner. KAT Gateway functions introduction Device Detection: KAT Gateway will detect all the currently connected KAT Devices but can only run one at a time. If no device or multiple devices are detected, KAT Gateway will inform the user about it and ask to connect only the intended device.
  • Page 23 Second case - Multiple devices of the same model detected Third case - Multiple devices of different type detected. Please select the "KAT Walk Coord 2".
  • Page 24 Sensor Pairing Connect the USB data cable of the KAT Walk Coord 2 to the PC USB port. Once the below window appears, the treadmill pairing is complete. Click "NEXT" and use the micro USB wire from the KAT Walk Coord 2 sensor kit to connect the direction sensors to your PC.
  • Page 25 Having connected the KAT Walk Coord 2 to the computer, follow the Gateway instructions. Using the Micro USB cable, connect the sensor to pair it.(There's only one direction sensor).
  • Page 26 Having connected the KAT Walk Coord 2 to the computer, follow the Gateway instructions. Using the Micro USB cable, connect the sensors one by one to pair them. Device Status The interface of KAT Gateway once KAT Walk Coord 2 is connected:...
  • Page 27 Home page of KAT Gateway displays the current device connection status: -Personal account login status; -Direction of the inner sensor, low battery reminder; -Direction of the left foot sensor, low battery reminder; -Direction of the right foot sensor, low battery reminder; -Vehicle hub status (C2+) -Haptics status (C2+) -The Current device Icon, device name, connection status and Sensor Manager...
  • Page 28 -KAT Walk C 2 Sensors / KAT Vehicle Hub Sensor： Click ″+" to see the detailed sensors status -Sensor Status: Connected: Sensors are ready. Disconnected: Sensors may have entered the sleep mode. Click the main button on the direction sensor and shake the shoe sensors to wake them up. Ensure the sensors are charged. Unpaired: Please pair the sensors in the Sensor Manager.
  • Page 29 Firmware Update in Progress WARNING!!! DO NOT disconnect the device when upgrading the firmware!!! This whole process may take 3~5 minutes, please wait until it shows "Update Completed". If the update stops for unknown reasons, please re-try the Firmware Update manually via Gateway until it is successful- ly completed.
  • Page 30 Controller Options Click the controller options button in the Gateway homepage to enter the settings: Games: You can customize the functions of your KAT Device for each individual game. Game list shows the games you have installed. You can scan for games, add a game manually, search games, and view the current game.
  • Page 31 Controller: Options for device function a. Walking Speed: Adjustment of the walking speed for the selected game. b. Walking Accuracy: Adjustment of the walking accuracy for the selected game. Higher accuracy provides more realistic locomotion with a feeling of moving forward step by step. Higher fluency makes movement more smooth.
  • Page 32 Always set the in-game locomotion settings to Head Oriented movement if possible! a. Mapping Controller:Check the game and find out which hand controller controls walking and set it the same here 1.Righthand: Choose this option if the Right Hand controller controls walking in game. 2.Lefthand: Choose this option if the Left Hand controller controls walking in game.
  • Page 33 c. Walk source ( as in the game) : Check the game and find out what action triggers walking and set the same here. 1. JStick/TPad: Push the Joystick/Touchpad to walk; 2. JStick/Tpad-Pressed: Press down and push the Joystick/Touchpad to walk; 3.
  • Page 34 Haptic and Sitting Customization Settings available for C2 + only, please refer to KAT Vehicle Hub User Manual. KAT Walker Community Login: Click login or Register when you first enter. The personal center displays user information, game data, data ranking, and self-help forums. You can modify and manage your personal information here, including modifying your name, password, and email address;...
  • Page 35 User Status You can login and check your status including the Nickname, level, steps walked, walking time, calories burned and walked distance. Help forum a. KAT Support: KAT team will release product related support information here. You can request support by replying different topics or look for the information you need. b.
  • Page 36 Games a. Native Games ( Lab) : You can download, review and rate KAT's native games; b. Reccommended Oculus Games: Click the game and proceed to the Oculus platform. c. Reccommended Steam Games: Click the game and proceed to the Steam platform. d.
  • Page 37 Mods (Under development): Content mods that help to increase the experience of playing the VR games on the KAT VR equipment b. Native Mods: You can download the native game mods added by the KAT VR team. c. Developer Mods: You can download the mods provided by the developers. If you're a developer and would like to add game mods, please feel free to contact us! d.Search：...
  • Page 38 Here you can see the notifications sent to you by the KAT VR team about software updates and other important events. Click ‘delete’ to remove the notifications. Feedback You can use this function to share your feedback with us. System The system settings page shows the currently selected language and the current inSteam driv- ers and the current version of KAT Gateway.
  • Page 39 Lab Functions （ coming soon） Keyboard: The Keyboard Mode lets you achieve movement in all directions by emulating the function of the buttons in some games. Xinput: This mode lets you achieve movement in all directions by taking over the function of a connected XBOX Controller Joystick or emulating a virtual controller joystick in some games.
  • Page 40 Direction calibration: Calibration in VR If the walking direction is incorrect, open the Gateway in VR, click the "Calibration", stand straight with your feet together, look forward and click the "Direction Calibration". Note: Incorrect calibration may cause movement direction deviation.
  • Page 41 Coord 2 for the first time, you should calibrate the sensor direc- tion to achieve the correct movement direction in VR. The KAT Walk Coord 2 has been moved； The HMD base stations (if any) have been moved; The Room Settings of the HMD have been modified.
  • Page 42 Before calibration, ensure that the room settings of your headset have been successfully set and the sensor initial pairing has been completed. First Use of KAT Walk Coord 2 Sensor Installation The sensors should be mounted on top of the dedicated shoes.
  • Page 43 Anti-Slip Lock Introduction: Version： 202009 The anti-slip lock is located at the back side of the shoe. When pulled onto the shoe hill, it increases your stability and ensures you can get on and off the platform safely. Before getting on and off the platform, make sure the anti-slip lock on the shoe sole is enabled.
  • Page 44 Entering the Platform: Before getting on or when sensors Hang the HMD and controllers Pick the headset and controllers from the storage hooks at the enter sleep mode (inactive ≥ 30min), on the storage hooks. Ensure the back of the device. click the main button and shake the anti-slip protection lock is enabled shoes.
  • Page 45 Stand straight with feet at the back as shown. Lean forward a little bit till you start to feel the shoe wheels started rolling, then take the first step and slowly continue for practice. Practice walking for a few minutes until you get used to the simulated gait.
  • Page 46 Charging： Charge the shoes sensors as shown in the figure, double flashing means charging. Charge the sensors as shown. * Flashing Shoe Sensor Light / Dimming Inner Sensor Light indicates charging. When the charging cable is not in use, roll it up and place it in a safe location to avoid stepping on it.
  • Page 47 Loosen the nuts holding the If the beam tends to continu- If the beam tends to continu- waist harness. ously turn clockwise, please ously turn counterclockwise, move the waist harness slightly please move the waist harness to the left. slightly to the right. Tighten the nuts holding the waist harness.
  • Page 48 How to do the ″micro-operation″? Single-foot micro-operation can To trigger continuous movement in all directions other than forward, stand still achieve subtle movement in the with one foot in the middle of the platform, slide the other foot from the corresponding direction.

  • Page 49: Disassembly Procedure

    Disassembly procedure: If you need to move your KAT Walk Coord 2 to another location, you should carry out the device disassembly in the reverse order to the device installation procedure. That is, pull out the USB cable from your PC, remove the waist harness and back support plate, and take out the support rods in order to ensure that the structure and components are not damaged during transportation.

  • Page 50: Contact Information

    Contact Information Company： Hangzhou Virtual and Reality Technology Co., Ltd Add： 9th floor - Building 6, No.1818-2, West Wenyi Road - Yuhang Street, Yuhang District, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China Postal code： 311100 Email： service@katvr.com Web： www.kat-vr.com/...
  • Page 51 www.kat-vr.com...

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