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Vuzix Wrap 1200AR User Manual

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  • Page 1 Wrap ™ 1200AR Digital See-through AR Eyewear User Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Packaged, “In the Box” Contents ..............9   “Digital Download” Contents ................ 9   Using This Manual ..................10   Wrap 1200AR – Setup & Install ................11   Peripheral Connections ..................12   Wrap Tracker ....................12   Wrap Noise Isolating Earphones ..............12  ...
  • Page 3 VR Manager 4 ..................... 33   maxReality ....................34   Cleaning ...................... 34   Service & Support ..................... 35   Vuzix Developer Program ................36   Troubleshooting ....................37   Support Services ....................39   FCC Compliance .................... 42  ...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    It provides an overview of what AR is, how AR content is created and the roll of the Wrap 1200AR in delivering compelling AR experiences. The Introduction also explains how this Users Guide is setup and formatted to make its use easy and...

  • Page 5: Overview

    To better understand what this means and what the Wrap 1200AR does, let’s first review some of the basics about AR. Augmented Reality (AR) is a view of the real world augmented by computer- generated content.
  • Page 6 3D. Tip: A copy of the above “VuzAR” content is included in the “Wrap 1200AR Software & Documentation Package” as a 2D QuickTime movie and AR content that can be viewed using the maxReality Viewer, a maxReality Marker paddle and your Wrap 1200AR.

  • Page 7: Key Components

    Key Components Wrap 1200AR Eyewear The Wrap 1200 video eyewear forms the base of the Wrap 1200AR, providing a 75- inch virtual display, as seen from 10 feet. It is worn like a pair of sunglasses and can be used solely as a wearable 75-in display for viewing videos, or computer content or used with AR content.
  • Page 8 VDW files in 2D and 3D stereoscopic video, movement between scenes, object interactivity, keyboard control and more. Tip: The Wrap 1200AR works with a great many AR authoring software packages – not just maxReality. Use the Wrap 1200AR with the AR content creation tools of your choice.

  • Page 9: In The Box

    In The Box The Wrap 1200AR includes packaged product plus additional resource material available for download from the Vuzix website. Packaged, “In the Box” Contents • Wrap 1200AR Eyewear with Stereo Camera • Wrap Tracker VGA Controller • • Removable Noise-isolating Earphones DVI-VGA Adapter •...

  • Page 10: Using This Manual

    Using This Manual When reading a User Guide, especially for a product as diverse as the Wrap 1200AR, you may be tempted to skip over certain portions or even entire sections. We have tried to make the important points visible and be easy to find through special formatting and organization.

  • Page 11: Wrap 1200Ar - Setup & Install

    Section 2 Wrap 1200AR – Setup & Install Though the Wrap 1200AR is flexible, its installation and setup is fast and easy. The Wrap 1200AR is designed for use with a Windows based personal computer as its host device, the source for the audio and video delivered through the eyewear.

  • Page 12: Peripheral Connections

    Peripheral Connections Wrap Tracker The Wrap Tracker is a 3-degree of freedom tracker that plugs into the Wrap 1200AR video display module near the right temple hinge. § Plug your Wrap Tracker into the small port on the back of the display module, to the right of the earphone port.
  • Page 13 § Plug an earphone into the round audio ports on either side of the display module. Your Wrap eyewear can be used with or without the earphones. To use the eyewear without the earphones: § Unplug the earphones from your Wrap AR eyewear and control volume using the volume control provided by your media source.

  • Page 14: Computer Connection

    Computer Connection For full support of your Wrap 1200AR, you’ll want to connect it to Windows based personal computer. Windows 8, 7, Vista and XP (32-bit and 64-bit) are supported. Virtually any hardware configuration (netbook, laptop or desktop model) can be used as long as it support dual monitors.
  • Page 15 VGA Display If your computer has a DVI video port, you can use the provided DVI-VGA Adapter. If your computer is equipped with another format of video connector, you will need to acquire an appropriate VGA adapter. § Connect the remaining two USB cables (from the camera and VGA Controller) to USB 2.0 ports on your computer.

  • Page 16: System Preparation & Configuration

    If your system has a prior version of VR Manager software installed, uninstall it before proceeding. § If you have a Vuzix SDK installed, uninstall it before proceeding. You can reinstall the latest version after this installation has been completed. §...
  • Page 17 1200AR”. This downloads the complete software package and documentation for your product. § If you have not already done so, go to “www.vuzix.com/dd” and click the “download” button for the Wrap 1200AR. § When the download is complete, double-click the file to decompress it.

  • Page 18: Display Configuration

    If you are using an older version of Windows the “Duplicate these displays” option may be referred to as Mirror or Clone modes. The Wrap 1200AR supports display resolutions of 640x480, 800x600, 1024x768, and 1280x720, each at a 60 Hz refresh rate.

  • Page 19: Windows 7 Display Setup

    The following are the step-by-step directions for configuring a Windows 7 system. Windows 7 Display Setup § Right-click on an open area of your desktop and select “Screen resolution”. § From the “Multiple displays:” drop list, select “Duplicate these displays” §...
  • Page 20 § Run the VR Manager application. The first time VR Manager is run, it will sense the Tracker and advise that its Gyros require zeroing. The gyros zeroing process can also be initiated manually from the VR Manager’s “Misc. Tools” tab. §...
  • Page 21 § Move your eyewear fully through each of the three axes. Pitch Roll Yaw and roll support a full 360º of movement whereas pitch is only 180º. Note: Continue moving the eyewear through it full range of movement until the indicator bars stop moving.
  • Page 22 The Set Zero button establishes the Tracker’s home or centered position. As you move your head you will see the indicators and values in the Yaw, Pitch and Roll indicators change to reflect movement and relative position to the Set Zero position.

  • Page 23: Wrap 1200Ar - Reference

    Section 3 Wrap 1200AR – Reference The Reference section of this Users Guide provides a collection of information on various aspects of the Wrap 1200AR and its software, provided to assist you in getting the best it is able to offer.

  • Page 24: Vga Controller

    VGA Controller The Wrap 1200AR’s VGA Controller provides an interface between the eyewear and your computer and allows you to access and control a variety of display options. Control Buttons Menu Select Buttons Adjustment Buttons Power Off & Toggle View Button Power On &...

  • Page 25: Osd Displayed

    Press and hold to toggle between Straight and Cross-eye 3D Views. Press to turn power on (Media Player Control Box only). Power On & Menu Button Press to display the OSD. Press & hold to turn power off (Media Player Control Box only).
  • Page 26 Below is an explanation of each of these control and options. OSD Presets A selection of preset configurations designed to allow for easy one-step setting for common viewing conditions. When this “User” setting is selected, the user selected display options are saved and recalled when this option is selected again.
  • Page 27 Vertical Alignment 3D 2D S S R/G R/B B/A Format Selection The Wrap 1200AR eyewear supports standard 2D and multiple formats of stereoscopic 3D content. 2D This option is used for displaying all standard 2D content. It is the default format option.

  • Page 28: Audio Level & Controls

    By default this OSD option is turned off. Note: Contact the Vuzix Developer Support Program for information of the Vuzix 3D Watermark Specifications. Audio Level & Controls Your Wrap video eyewear is equipped with removable noise isolating earphones and three sizes of noise isolator inserts.

  • Page 29: Ipd Adjustment

    Audio Devices Control Panel to enable the preferred speaker system. IPD Adjustment Each of the Wrap 1200AR displays can be adjusted side to side to align with your personal eye separation (IPD – interpupillary distance). Adjustment paddles, along the front lower surface of the displays, can be slid left or right, for each eye, to achieve the correct alignment.

  • Page 30: Wrap Stereo Camera

    Wrap Stereo Camera The Wrap 1200AR provides two independent VGA (640x480) cameras housed to mimics a person’s natural eye separation and provide realistic stereoscopic 3D image capture. The cameras provide full-frame, sub-sampled or windowed 8-bit images in a wide range of formats, controlled through the Serial Camera Control Bus (SCCB) interface.

  • Page 31: Wrap Tracker

    Wrap Tracker The Wrap Tracker is a 3-degree of freedom tracker with compass. It plugs directly into the Wrap 1200AR and communicates with supporting Windows based applications through the VGA Controller. The tracker plugs into the small connector that looks like a mini-B USB connector, on the right side of the display module.

  • Page 32: Nose Bridge

    Gyro resolution: <0.25°/s Nose Bridge The Wrap 1200AR comes with an adjustable nose bridges. The nose bridge stem slides in and out for adjustment and the malleable wire arms, like those on prescription eyeglasses, bend to fits varied nose bridge depth and shapes.

  • Page 33: Tether Strap

    Do not lift or suspend the eyewear by its cables. Although damage may not be visible, the fine wires inside the cable may be damaged, rendering your video eyewear inoperable. VR Manager 4 VR Manager is an application that provides a number of support services for Vuzix video eyewear. •...

  • Page 34: Maxreality

    • Provide technical and trouble shooting data A separate VR Manager 4 User Guide is provided in the Wrap 1200AR Software and Documentation download. maxReality The Wrap 1200AR is designed to work with most AR authoring software. One such application is maxReality – a copy of which is included in the Wrap 1200AR Software and Documentation download.

  • Page 35: Service & Support

    Section 4 Service & Support From time to time you may have a question or you might encounter a challenge that requires assistance. This Service & Support section is able to answer many of the commonly asked questions or direct you to someone able to assist with the less common questions.

  • Page 36: Vuzix Developer Program

    Vuzix “Wrap” and “STAR” series video eyewear. It is available for download from the Vuzix website This VR/AR SDK is available as a free download from the Vuzix website and can be used royalty-free in non-competing applications, including commercial software.

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting A Wrap AR eyewear system is comprised of numerous parts and components. The first step in correcting a problem is to accurately determine its validity, source, and cause. Below are a number of typical symptoms and potential solutions to each. These solutions often resolve the problem or identify its source to aid our technical support staff in assisting you further.
  • Page 38 Video Capture Video is not being captured by one or both Wrap 1200AR camera. Run the “AMcap” application that was installed with the Wrap AR software. Using the “Devices” menu, select one and then the other “Vimicro USB2.0 UVC PC Camera” listings. Both should show the image currently being captured by that camera.

  • Page 39: Support Services

    Support Services Vuzix Technical Support and Customer Service is provided exclusively by the distribution region from which the product originated. Below is a list of our distribution regions and areas they service. Japan: Japan only United Kingdom: United Kingdom, Europe, Russia, Middle East, Africa United States: United States, Canada, Central &...
  • Page 40 Vuzix manufactures several models of eyewear, often with similar number sequences. As an example a “1200” could refer to no less than 6 different models and even something like a “1200AR” could refer to at least 4 very different models. Please provide the complete model name, such as the “Wrap 1200AR”.
  • Page 41 : japan@vuzix.com...

  • Page 42: Fcc Compliance

    FCC Compliance NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

  • Page 43: Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Weee)

    Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) 1. The equipment that you bought has required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production. It may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment. 2. In order to avoid the dissemination of those substances in our environment and to diminish the pressure on the natural resources, we encourage you to use the appropriate take-back systems.
  • Page 44 Subject to change without notice. Items may not be exactly as illustrated. Vuzix, the Vuzix logo, View the Future and Wrap are trademarks of Vuzix Corporation registered in the U.S. and other countries. © 2013 Vuzix Corporation. All rights reserved.

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