KAT VR Walk C User manual

KAT Walk C
OWNER'S MANUAL
This product is for home use ONLY. Any form of commercial use is prohibited.

Acknowledgement
Thank you for purchasing our product!
Please, read this instruction manual carefully and keep it safely stored for future use.

INDEX
FIRST & FOREMOST
Declaration
Safety Instructions
Health Warnings
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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Product Description
KAT Walk C Description
KAT Walk C Dedicated Shoes Introduction
KAT Walk C Sensor Introduction
Product Parameters
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INSTALLATION PREPARATION
Precautions
Unpacking Method
Tool Preparation
List of Items
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SOFTWARE SET-UP
Software set-up instructions
KAT Gateway Software Introduction
KAT Gateway functions introduction
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Sensor Instructions
Sensor Pairing
Sensor Installation
First Use of KAT Walk C
Entering the Platform
First Steps ‒ How to walk?
Stepping Off
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SOFTWARE SET-UP
System Requirements
Software Set-Up Instructions
KAT Gateway Introduction
Downloading the Software
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DISASSEMBLY & MAINTENANCE
Disassembly Procedure
Component Maintenance:
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APPENDIX
Optional Accessories List
Contact Information
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Declaration
For the latest information, please feel free to check out our official
website: http://www.kat-vr.com
It is the trademark of Hangzhou Virtual and Reality Technology Co., Ltd. All
trademarks, product identification and trade names of other companies appearing in this
manual belong to their respective owners. No parts or content of this manual may be copied
or reproduced without the written permission of the company, and may not be shared in any
form or used for any commercial or profitable purpose.
The contents of this manual are subject to change due to product upgrades or other reasons.
Our company reserves the right to modify the contents of this manual without any notice or
prompt. This manual is intended as a guide only. We do our best to provide accurate informa-
tion in this manual but we do not guarantee that the contents of this manual are completely
error free. Statements, information, and recommendations provided in this manual do not
constitute any warranty, express or implied.
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First & Foremost
This symbol is a hint, letting you know what might be helpful at a particular point.
This symbol is a safety warning, used to remind you to be wary of your personal safety
while performing the task. Be mindful of this symbol to avert any potential risks.
This owner’s manual contains all the information you need to install your KAT Walk C.
The following symbols are used to indicate important information and instructions for the
device set-up process：
This symbol is a precaution, it usually provides additional information to help you with
a task, as well as information that applies only to certain situations.
This symbol is important: You must complete one or more of the hardware and software
installations or settings as described in the manual.
Safety Instructions
To avoid injury or damage to the product, read and follow all the assembly and operation
instructions before using KAT Walk C.

This device is intended for use by healthy people aged 14 to 60, who are between 1.6m/ 5'3"
and 2m/6'7" of height (recommended 1.65m/ 5'5" to 1.95m/6'5”) and weight below 130kg
(185 lbs). Do not use the KAT Walk C if you do not meet the age, height or weight require-
ments, or if your physical condition does not allow for moderate to intense physical activity.
If you are uncertain of your health condition, please consult your doctor first. It is recom-
mended to use the device for no longer than 1 hour without a break.
The device has been designed specifically for personal entertainment. Use for any other
purpose, including but not limited to medical rehabilitation is strictly prohibited.
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The device contains moving parts, please do not approach it during use by others to avoid
accidents. You should pay special attention to children and pets. Spectators should always
keep the safe distance of at least 1 meter.
In order to avoid injuries, always use the dedicated shoes and waist harness according to the
instructions. Dedicated shoes are only suitable for use with KAT Walk C and it is strictly
prohibited to use them in any other situation or for any other purpose.
Always check the device before use to confirm that it is in a normal state without cracks,
scratches, bumps, bends, oddly moving parts or other signs of wear and tear. Check all con-
nections and moving parts to ensure that the nuts, bolts, and other joint structures are tightly
fastened.
The product base is slippery. When stepping on and off, mind your feet and make sure the
anti-slip strap is pulled down onto the shoe hole. Hold the back-support plate to keep
balance. Before use, ensure the safety harness is tightly fastened according to the instruc-
tions in this manual. Do not use the device with the safety belts unfastened. When using the
device, do not try to purposely reach beyond the product base with your foot, and mind the
gap between the chassis and the base shell to avoid unnecessary safety risks.
Be sure to read and follow all the product instructions and warnings of your VR Headset.
Choking hazard: Do not leave small components that pose suffocation hazard to children or
pets where they can reach.
Please use the device according to the corresponding instructions or under the guidance of a
professional to avoid injuries. Pregnant women or those with epilepsy, cardiopulmonary
diseases, eye diseases, mental illnesses, anemia, and people undergoing postoperative
recovery are strictly prohibited from using this device.

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Keep the device safely away from liquids or containers holding liquids and keep it dry at all
times.
Do not place the device and its other components near fire or heat sources, nor leave it direct-
ly exposed to the sun.
Do not insert items into any openings of the device.
Always turn off the power of any related equipment before unplugging the device. Avoid
suddenly cutting off the power supply to avoid short circuits. Always disconnect the device
before thunderstorm comes. When disconnecting the device, always pull the USB connector
and not the cord.
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 or han-
dling company for the device transportation. Otherwise the product may be prone to
damage.
The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement. The device can
be used in portable exposure condition without restriction.
FCC STATEMENT:
Please take attention that changes or modification not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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.
IC STATEMENT:
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:

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Violation of the above safety instructions or any other misconduct may cause personal
injury or damage to the product, for which KAT VR will not be held responsible.
Health Warnings
Before use, it is required to carefully read the product manual and follow all the given
instructions. Incorrect set-up of the device may pose safety risks. Pregnant women or those
with epilepsy, cardiopulmonary diseases, eye diseases, mental illnesses, anemia, and
people undergoing postoperative recovery are strictly prohibited from using this device.
The following health warnings will be updated regularly to ensure accuracy and completeness:
Users with history of epilepsy or photosensitive epilepsy, are required to consult a physician
before viewing VR content which may include flashing light sources and rapid image sequences.
During the use of this device by a child, an adult guardian should always be present to ensure
that they do not experience any of the above-mentioned discomforts. If it is your first time
using this equipment, shorter periods of use are advised for gradual adaptation to virtual
reality. Even then, it is advised to gradually increase the length of use.
In case of fatigue, hangover, headache, earache, or when under the influence of alcohol or
drugs, emotional distress or anxiety, it is strictly forbidden to use the device, or the condition
will be aggravated.
Due to different personal health predispositions, and in order to avoid physical discomfort
such as dazzling, dizziness or headache, we do not recommend prolonged use of the device.
If you experience any discomfort, you should immediately stop using the device and avoid
involvement into any physical activities that may pose safety hazards until the symptoms
disappear completely. If the symptoms persist for a longer period of time, do not use the
device until consulting a physician.
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils
radioexempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
(1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

Those who use this device are considered to have full capacity of civil conduct and have
complied with the aforementioned matters.
If you experience the following symptoms when using the device, stop doing it immediately:
（a）Seizures, loss of consciousness；
（b）Eye fatigue, eye muscle twitching, blurriness or other visual abnormalities；
（c）Body balance or hand-eye coordination problems；
（d）Lethargy, nausea, excessive sweating, or any symptoms indicating motion sickness.
Product Introduction
KAT Walk C Description
Product Description
Symptoms caused by virtual reality may persist and become more apparent in a few hours
after use. For your personal safety, do not drive, operate machinery, engage in any other
activities that are visually or physically demanding or require body balance and hand-eye
coordination, until full recovery.
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Product Appearance
KAT Walk C is the world’s first gamer-dedicated, personal VR Omni-Directional Treadmill (ODT)
‒ A new generation mechanical device that allows for 360 degrees of human motion, creating
infinite movement area in VR on minimum physical space in reality.

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KAT Walk C Dedicated Shoes Introduction
KAT Shoes 2
The KAT Walk C dedicated shoes are a special, friction-customizable footwear designed to be
used with the KAT Walk C. Offering adjustability to personal preferences and walking habits of
different users, and used in combination with the low-friction walking platform, the dedicated
shoes ensure natural foot and leg movement, what provides a highly immersive VR Walking
experience.
KAT Walk C Sensor Introduction
The KAT Walk C sensors are designed to be mounted on top of the special shoes and serve the
purpose of physical movement translation into movement in VR to ensure a highly accurate
simulation of walking in any direction.
Indication signals of a successfully paired sensor:
1.R LED light indicates the right sensor, and the L LED light indicates the left sensor;
2.LED light status indicators (Note: Battery status will be only displayed after successful sensor
pairing and connection);
3.Charging：Dimming Light；Fully Charged： Continuous bright light;
4.Normal operation： Normal, lit light；Low battery: Slow flashing light (3-sec. intervals);
5.Unpaired connection：Flashing light (1-sec intervals) ；
6.Pairing：Quick flashing light (0.5-sec intervals) ；
7.Sleeping mode / No power: No light.

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Product Parameters
Suitable age
Suitable weight
Supported height
Recommended height
Product weight
Base height
Squat width
Product size
Base diameter
Footprint
Voltage
14-60 years
Below 130kg (286 lbs.)
1.60m-2.00m / 5’3”- 6’7”
1.65m-1.95m / 5’5”- 6’5”
68kg
230mm / 9”
220mm / 8.66”
Large:1250×1250×1525mm (49.2”x 49.2”x 60”)、
Standard:1250×1250×1415mm(49.2”x 49.2”x 55.7”)
940mm (37”)
1.2㎡ (12.91 Square Feet)
5V DC
Installation Preparation
Incorrect installation of the KAT Walk C may lead to safety hazards. Before proceeding
with the installation, read carefully the following instructions:
Precautions
Tools preparation
Before unpacking, prepare your own scissors and wear the protective gloves. Avoid wearing
slippers, high heels or other shoes unsuitable for physical work.
Please, keep in mind that the gross weight of the device may exceed 70 kg. Ensure sufficient
help of others to avoid injuries during transportation.
Precautions
Tools preparation
Before unpacking, prepare your own scissors and wear the protective gloves. Avoid wearing
slippers, high heels or other shoes unsuitable for physical work.
Please, keep in mind that the gross weight of the device may exceed 70 kg. Ensure sufficient
help of others to avoid injuries during transportation.
Precautions
Tools preparation
Before unpacking, prepare your own scissors and wear the protective gloves. Avoid wearing
slippers, high heels or other shoes unsuitable for physical work.
Please, keep in mind that the gross weight of the device may exceed 70 kg. Ensure sufficient
help of others to avoid injuries during transportation.
Precautions
Tools preparation
Before unpacking, prepare your own scissors and wear the protective gloves. Avoid wearing
slippers, high heels or other shoes unsuitable for physical work.
Please, keep in mind that the gross weight of the device may exceed 70 kg. Ensure sufficient
help of others to avoid injuries during transportation.

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Place the device in a reasonable distance from your PC to ensure that the USB cable can
reach it.
It is not advised to place the device on smooth surfaces that are easily scratched by metal, e.g
wooden or tiled floor.
Place the device on a flat surface at a ground level to ensure the structure stability.
Ensure there is no furniture or other household items that can be easily knocked within the
device vicinity.
Finding a suitable place
Unpacking method
Remove the cover. Items in the
box should be organized as
shown in the picture.
01
Take out the item boxes in the
same order as presented in the
picture. Refer to the packing list
for details.
Cut the cable tie holding the
base.
03
Back support box
Waist harness box
Rods box
Triangular boxes
Base plate
02
Make sure that you face the
sticker No. 1 and take out the
base (approximately 38KG / 84 lbs).
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Align the support rod with the
rod opening at the side of the
platform and insert it.
Place the back-support plate on top
of the rods. Fix it with the screws and
gaskets（Items No. 12 and 13). Tempo-
rarily do not tighten them completely
- only turn each of them 3 times.
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Install the screws and gaskets at
the bottom of the rods（Items
No.14 and 15). Note:Tighten
them well to avoid safety hazards.
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Now, tighten the back-support
screws. Note: Tighten them well
to avoid safety hazards.
Install the waist harness. Make
sure the KAT VR logo faces up
and align the screw holes with
the center of the long slot on
the back plate.
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Install the screws. Note: Misaligned
or loosen screws will affect the
operation of the device. For more
information about the installa-
tion method, please refer to the
complete user's manual.
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Insert the plugs into the open-
ings on the sides of the device.
Cut the wire tie on the bottom
of the base.
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Level the rotation-
al beam through
adjustment of 4
screws at the edge
of the structure.
Tighten or loosen
them until the
beam rotates
smoothly without
deviations.
If the beam contin-
ues to return to the
same position,
lower the opposite
side of the platform
by adjusting the
corresponding
screw (turn it right).
Once leveled, tighten
the upper nuts.

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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.
Tool preparation
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Install the eight
base stabilizing
feet （List：No.14、
No.15).
Pull out the wire.
The installation is
complete!
No. List Quantity
Main
Structure
1
2
3
4
5
Base
Stabilizing Feet
Back Support Rod
Back Support Plate
Waist Harness
1
8
2
1
1

14
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
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Pair of Gloves
16mm hole plugs
M6x50 Hexagon Head Screws
6mm flat washers
M8×20 hexagon flat head screws
8mm flat washers
Static Eliminator
Bottle of maintenance oil
1
5
1
5
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18
1
1
No. List Quantity
Accessories
6
7
8
9
KAT Shoes 2
Set of Sensors
5mm Hexagon Wrench
Open-End Wrench
1
1
1
1

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18
19
20
21
HMD Wire Pulley
Sensor Buckle
Trapezoidal anti-friction stripe
Square anti-friction stripe
1
1
1
1
Giveaway
PUSH
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Installation of the HMD wire pulley (Giveaway) :
Drill a hole in the ceiling about
1m (horizontally) away from the
center of the treadmill. Place
the expansion screw sleeve into
the hole.
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Mount the hook into the expan-
sion screw sleeve, tighten,
Thread the wire harness into the
wire harness.
Hang the wire pulley onto the hook.
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Software Set-Up
KAT Gateway is an independent software platform designed by KAT VR for the management of
the KAT Walk C.
Software set-up instructions
1.KAT Gateway Software Introduction

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With KAT Gateway, you can quickly connect the KAT Walk C 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. You can access the KAT Gateway’s control
panel either from your computer screen or directly from the VR headset.
Both the desktop and VR-Integrated dashboard of KAT Gateway grant you access to a variety of
adjustable parameter settings allowing to make the necessary changes and turn the KAT Walk C
into a perfect VR input device for your needs.
Through KAT Gateway, you can achieve real-time control over your KAT Walk C with all of its
settings as well as quickly adapt the device to all supported content. With SteamVR you can oper-
ate the device without taking off the VR headset or leaving the platform.
Note:KAT Gateway supports active recognition of all the supported content whether launched
through steamVR or directly through the game exe files.
KAT Gateway VR-Integrated dashboard can be only accessed through SteamVR.
The KAT Gateway VR integrated dashboard based on the Steam VR will be provided as a
software update.
Go to the official website: https://www.kat-vr.com/，and click “Support” to proceed to the prod-
uct list.
Operating system：Microsoft Windows 10
USB port：2x USB 2.0 or higher
Hard Disk Space：At least 400 MB of space（For installing product software）
Software：Steam VR（Steam Official Website：http://store.steampowered.com/）
System Requirements
For additional information, please refer to the system requirements of your VR HMD.
KAT Gateway download

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Download KAT Gateway and install it on your PC
2.KAT Gateway functions introduction
2.1 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.
First case - No device detected:
Select KAT Walk C and proceed to the product resource page

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Second case - Multiple devices detected

Click “NEXT” and use the gray cable of the tiple-ended micro USB wire from the KAT Walk C
sensor kit to connect the foot sensors to your PC. Follow the software instructions and click
“FINISH” to complete the sensor pairing.
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Connect the USB data cable of the KAT Walk C to the PC USB port. Once the below window
appears, the treadmill pairing is complete.