KAT VR KAT Walk Coord 2 Core User manual

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KAT Walk Coord 2 Core
OWNER'S MANUAL

Ackn owle dgement
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 b e published on the KATVR official website.
Read this manual in its entirety. This manual contains important safety instructions. FAILURE
TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

INDEX
Foreword ............................................................................................................................................ 2
First & Foremost ............................................................................................................................2
Declaration ..................................................................................................................................... 2
WARNING .........................................................................................................................................3
Health Warnings ............................................................................................................................6
Product Introduction .......................................................................................................................7
Product description .................................................................................................................... 7
Product Appearance ................................................................................................................... 8
KAT Walk C o ord 2 Core Dedicated Shoes Introduction ................................................... 8
KAT Dedicated s hoes .................................................................................................................. 8
Foot Sensor Intro duc tion ..........................................................................................................9
Inner sensor Intro duction ......................................................................................................... 9
Product Parameter......................................................................................................................10
Precautions ..................................................................................................................................11
Tools preparation .......................................................................................................................11
Finding a s u itable place ........................................................................................................... 11
Unpacking method ....................................................................................................................10
Packing L ist ..................................................................................................................................13
Installation o f the HMD Cable Management (Giveaway) : ............................................ 15
First Use of KAT Walk Coord 2 Core .................................................................................................15
Sensor Installation .................................................................................................................... 15
Friction l evel Introduction ...................................................................................................... 16
Anti-Slip Lock Introduction: ................................................................................................... 16
Entering the Platform ...............................................................................................................17
How to do the ″micro-operation″ ....................................................................................... 22
How to trigger the c r uise mode .............................................................................................22
Product use prohibition ...................................................................................................................20
Disassembly procedure ................................................................................................................... 22
Component Maintenance ................................................................................................................22
Contact Information .........................................................................................................................23
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First & Foremost
This owner's manual contains a ll the information you need to install your KAT Walk C oord 2
Core. 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. It usually precedes instructions or safety information necessary to safely install or
operate t he product.
This symbol points to hints and information you may find helpful in installing and enjoying
your product.
This symbol points to important pr oduct specification and safety information.
This symbol is a safety warning and precedes information designed t o ensure your
personal safety and avoid po tential risks.
Declaration
It is the t rademark 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 t he w ritten permission of the company, and may not be shared in any form
or used for any commercial or profitable purpose.
The contents o f this manual are subject to change due to product upgrades or other reasons.
Our company reserves the right to modify the contents of t h is manual without any notice o r
prompt. This manual is intended as a guide only. We do our best to provide accurate
information in this manual but we do not guarantee that the contents of this manual are
completely er ror free. Statements, information, and r ecommendations provided in t his manual
do not constitute any w arranty, express or implied.
For the latest information, please feel free to c heck out our official website:
http://www.kat-vr.com
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WARNING
To avo id injury or damage to the product, read and fo llow all t h e assembly a nd operation
instructions before using KAT Walk Coord 2 Core.
This device is intended for use by healthy people aged 14 to 60, who are between 1.55m/
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 Wa lk Co ord 2 Co re if you do not meet t he age, height,
or weight requirements, or if your physical condition does not allow for moderate to
intense physical activity. If you are uncertain of your health co ndition, please consult your
doctor prior to using t his devise. Use of the device for more than 1 hour without a break is
not recommended.
The device has been designed specifically for personal VR entertainment . Use for any other
purpose, including but not limited to medical rehabilitation is strictly pr ohibited.
It is strictly forbidden to insert fingers, hands or any body part into any moving part(s) and
openings.
Please use the device according to the corresponding instructions or under the guidance of
a professional to avoid injures
Pregnant women or those with epilepsy, cardiopulmonary diseases,eye diseases,mental
illness, anemia, people undergoing postoperative recovery and people with any physical or
limb diseases, especially lower limb diseases are st rictly prohibited from using this device
WARNING - This product is not intended for children under the age of 14. The pr oduct
SHOULD NOT be stored in a room that children under the age of 14 or pets may access
without supervision. Any spectators should keep a distance of at least 3 feet or 1 meter
while the product is in operation.
It is the owner's responsibility to follow installation and safety instructions. Failure to
follow instructions may result in product instability and/or risk serious bodily injury or
death to users, bystanders, children, or pets.
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
connections and moving parts to ensure t hat the nuts, bolts, and other joint str uctures are
tightly fastened.
The product base is slippery. When stepping on and off, make sure the anti-slip lock on the
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shoe sole is ENABLED. Equip a pair of kneepads and st ep onto the platform, Hold the back
support plate t o keep balance. Before use,ensure the safety harness is tightly fastened
according t o t he instructions in this manual. Do not use the device w ith the safety belts
unfastened. When using the device, do not try to purposely r each beyond the product base
with your foot.
Be sure t o read and follow all the product instructions and w arnings of your VR Headset.
Choking hazard: Do not leave small components that pose suffocation hazard w ithin the
reach of c hildren and pets.
Placement risks: Do not place this device in the following loc ations:
(1) Outdoor with direct ex posure to the sunlight
(2) Inclined or unstable surfaces
(3) E x hibition booths made of glass or those t hat a r e incapable of meeting the weight
support r equirements:
(4) Near firefighting equipment or safety ex it, etc.
If you need to change the location after completing t he assembly and installation, be sure
to disassemble the device in str ict accordance with the components order, use the same
material as t he original packaging to wrap the device, and choose a high-quality logistics
or handling company for the device transportation. Otherwise, the product may be prone
to damage.
Keep the device safely away from liquids or containers holding liquids a nd k eep it dry at all
times.
Keep the device safely away from strong magnetic items, which may affect the use of the
product.
Do not place t he device and its other components near fire or heat sources, nor leave it
directly exposed to the sun.
Do not insert items into any openings of the device.
Always turn off the power of a ny 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 co rd.
Radio Frequency Interference: This product might emit radio waves that might interfere
with the operation of nearby electronic equipment. If you are wearing a pacemaker or any
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other implantable medical device, consult your doctor or your medical device
manufacturer before using the product. In order to minimize radio frequency interference,
use only accessories approved by the original manufacturer. Do not use at t h e same
location, or together w ith any other antenna or t ransmitter.
This device has been evaluated and proven to meet the general RF exposure
requirements. The device can be used in portable exposure conditions 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 o f the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference t hat may
cause undesired o peration.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B).
IC STATEMENT:
This device complies with Industry C anada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
(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 c o nditions suivantes:
(1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout br ouillage radiooledrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d' en co mpromettre le fonctionnement.
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CAUTIONS
POWER SUPPLY
The po wer so urce should meet limited power source or PS2 requirements according to
IEC 60950-1 or IEC 62368-1 standard. Refer t o th e device label for the standard power
supply.
Please make sure your power supply matches with your device. Use a power adapter
provided by qualified manufacturers. It is recommended to provide an independent
power adapter for each device as adapter o verload may cause over-heating or a fire
hazard.
BATTERY
CAUTION: Risk of explosion if the b a ttery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Improper replacement of the battery with an incorrect type may defeat a safeguard (for
example, in the case of some lithium battery types). Do not dispose of the battery into fire
or a hot oven, or mechanically crush o r cut the battery, which may result in an explosion.
Do not leave the battery in an extremely high temperature surrounding
environment,which may result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid o r gas.
Do not subject t he battery to extremely low air pressure, which may result in an explosion
or the leakage of flammable liquid or g a s.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
The following health warnings will be updated regularly to ensure accuracy and completeness:
Before use, it is required to carefully rea d the product manual and follow all the given
instructions. Incorrect set -up of t he device may pose safety risks.Pregnant women or those
with epilepsy, cardiopulmonary diseases, eye diseases, mental illnesses, anemia, and
people u ndergoing postoperative recovery are strictly prohibited from using t his device.
Due to different personal health pr edispositions, and in order to avoid physical discomfort
such as dazzling, dizziness or headache, we do not recommend prolonged use of the
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device. If you experience any discomfort, you should immediately stop using the device
and avoid involvement into any physical activities t hat may pose safety hazards until t he
symptoms disappear completely. If the symptoms persist for a longer period of time, do
not use the device until consulting a physician.
Users with h istory of epilepsy or photosensitive epilepsy, are required to consult a
physician before viewing VR content which may include flashing light sources a nd rapid
image sequences.
During the use of this device by a child, an adult guardian should always be present to
ensure that t hey do not experience any of the above-mentioned discomforts. If it is your
first time using this equipment, it is advised to begin with shorter periods of use and
gradually increase the length of use over time.
In case o f fatigue, hangover, headache, earache, or when under the influence o f alcohol or
drugs, emot ional distress or anxiety, it is strictly for b idden to use the device, or the
condition co uld be aggravated.
If you experience the following symptoms when using the device, stop do ing it
immediately:
a. Seizures, loss of consciousness;
b. Eye fatigue, eye muscle tw itching, blurriness or other visual abnormalities;
c. Body balance or hand-eye coordination problems;
d. L ethargy, nausea, excessive sweating, or any symptoms indicating motion sickness.
Symptoms caused by virtual reality may persist and become more apparent a few hours
after use. For your personal safety, do not drive or operate machinery, engage in any other
activities that are visually or physically demanding or require body balance and hand-eye
coordination, until full recovery.
Product Introduction
Product d escrip tio n
KAT Walk Coord 2 Core embraces the essence of gaming VR treadmill serials, combining
maximum c apability of the core function with a c ompact design at a minimum cost. M ore
accessible th an ever. KAT Walk C oord 2 Core bring VR gamers into an immersive and physically
active VR adventure in an approachable way.
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Product App e ara nce
KAT Walk C o o rd 2 Core De d ic ated Shoes Introduction
KAT Dedicated shoes
The KAT Walk C oord 2 Core dedicated shoes are special, friction-customizable footwear
designed to be used with t he KAT Walk Coord 2 Core. Offering adjustability to personal
preferences and walking habits o f different users, when used in combination w ith t he
low-friction walking platform, the dedicated shoes ensure natural foot and leg movement, and
provides a highly immersive VR Walking ex perience.
The dedicated shoes contain two layers of insoles, the upper layer is a sports functional insole,
and the lower layer is a size-adjustable insole. We recommend that you fit your feet firmly
within t h e shoes and tightly tie t he shoelaces for the best experience. If you f ind t he shoes are
too tight, you can remove the size-adjusting insole of the lower layer.
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 W alk Coord 2 and it it is
strictly prohibited to use them in any other situation or for any o t her purpose. Do not use the
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dedicated shoes to walk a r ound your apartment before or after your experience with the C2.
Put them o n only when getting onto the platform, and take t hem o ff immediately after you get
off.
Foot Sensor Introductio n
The KAT Walk Coord 2 Core 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
simulation of walking in any directions.
Inner sensor Introductio n
The KAT Walk C oord 2 C o re Inner Sensor is mounted o n the front top shell to collect th e body
direction data and t ransfer it into the game. The sensor has a direction calibration b u tton for a
quick and easy ca libration whenever needed.
Indication signals o f a successfully paired sensor:
1. R LED light indicates the r ight 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: Flashing Foot Sensor Light/Dimming Inner Sensor Light indicates charging.
Charging St ate Detected: Continuous br ight lights and immediately turn to blink at same
Foot sensor
Model
WK321
Input
5V-500mA
Batter y
3.7V Li-Ion Polymer 370mA
Inner sensor
Model
WK322
Input
5V-500mA
Batter y
3.7V Li-Ion Polymer 370mA
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frequency (with interval of 0.5s) ;
4. Normal operation: Normal, continuous 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.
Product Para meters
Suitable age
14-60 years
Suitable weight
Below 130kg ( 2 86 lbs.)
Supported height
1.55m-2.00m / 5'1" - 6 '7"
Recommended hei ght
1.60m-1.95m / 5'3"- 6' 5"
Product weight
56kg
Base height
0.230m (9")
Squat widt h
0.620m(2'1")
Product size
1.250*1.250*1.860m(4'1"*4'1"*6'1")
Base diameter
0.940m (37")
Footprint
1.2 ㎡ (12.91 Square Feet)
Charging time
About 1 hour
Battery life
7hrs
Voltage
110~240V
Operating temperature
0℃～40 ℃
Working humidity
20%Rh～85%Rh
Working altitude
<2000m
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Product I nstallation
Incorrect installation of the KAT Walk Coord 2 Core may lead to safety hazards and result in
serious bodily injury or death. Before proceeding with the installation, read carefully t he
following instructions:
Precautions
Tools preparation
Before u npacking, prepare your own scissors. 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 68 kg. Ensure
sufficient help of others to avoid injuries during transportation.
Finding a s u itable place
Place the device in a reasonable distance fr om yo ur PC to ensure that the USB cable can
reach it.
It is not advised to place the device on smooth surfaces th at are easily scratched by metal,
e.g wooden or tiled floor.
Place KAT Walk Coord 2 Core on a carpet or take other measures to protect th e floor.
Ensure t here is no furniture or other household items that can b e easily knocked within the
device vicinity.
1.Wear protective gloves throughout the entire procedure (Free pair included in the
toolbox). Place the product on a carpet or take other measures to pr otect t he floor.
2. A ll screws must be t ightened ver y firmly, especially in the marked with
Incorrect installation of the product may lead to safety hazards, abnormal noises, and result in
serious bodily injury or worse.
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Unpacking method
Unpack ing a n d C hargi ng S e n sors
- Take out all the boxes & foam.
- Find sensors in the sensor box
and the magnetic charging cable
in t he toolbox with the logo and
charge th e sensors to prepare for
pairing.
*Charging L i gh t Status:
Shoe Sensor - Flashing;
Inner Sensor - Dimming.
Di s as s e mble th e C arton
- Find gloves in t h e toolbox
and wear throughou t the
entire procedure.
- Cut the corners of the
cartons and flip t h e flat as
shown.
- DO NOT cut any of the black
ties. Especia lly under the
walking base. Horizontally
take out the support rod.
Tak ing ou t t he C omp onents
- Cut only all the white ties that
bind the bubble wrap around
the base.
- Slowly and horizontally take
out all the components under
the base.
Con necting the B as e
- Grab and Lift one side of
the base (39kg ) and rotate it
out from the package. Place
it on a flat s u rface with the
cable facing the PC .
- O pen the toolbox and
place it o n the base for easy
access .
- Take out th e data cable
and connect it to the PC
USB port.
So ftware Setu p
- D o w nload and install KAT
Gateway(www.kat-vr.com/pa
ges/support).
- Pair the sensors following
software prompts and update
to the latest firmware version.
Check the Gateway to
ensure the sensors are
detected pro perly as s hown.
Mou ntin g t he I n ner S e n sor
- D on't b egin this step until
you have completed t h e
sensor preparation.
- Find the screwdriver and the
S thin screws.
- M ount the inner sensor on
the top shell with the sensor
data port upward (List: No. 7).
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Mo unting t he Front To p S h ell
- Find the double row support
rod and put it on th e ground.
- Remo ve the connecting
plates from the front of the
support rod.
- Cut off th e black tie at th e
top which means the front.
- Find the front top shell,
align the side hol e as shown,
star t with 1 s crew and install
all 4 screws on both sides.
Mo unt ing t h e B ac k Top Sh ell
- Find the back top shell, align
it and m ount it placing from
the top.
- Hold the back shell, start with
1 screw and install 4 screws in
sequence as show n.
In s erting Arc S u ppor t Ro d s
-Find the M screws and gaskets.
-Insert the arc support rods into
the rod openings on t he base.
-Lift it up slightly and align the
hole to insert 8 screws with
gaskets.
-Temporarily, do not tighten.
In sertin g C o nn ection P l ate
- Find and push th e L screw
through the hole on pl ate
( corner facing inward) and the
arc rod.
- M ount the other plate on the
L s crew from the other side of
the arc rod. (with corner facing
inward) and install 1 nut .
- In stal l the other 3
screws/nuts in seque nce as
shown but do not tighten
them yet.
In stalling S u ppor t Ro d
- Now tighten t he previous 8
screws that ho l d the bottom of
the arc s upporting rods.
- Find an L screw. Inser t the rod
vertically into the middle of the
connecting plates and hold it.
Install 1 L screw and a nut (Min d
its direction), then the other 3.
Ch eck a n d T i ghten
- Ensur e both sides are at t h e
same heigh t based on the
markings on the connecting
plate and t hat the suppor t rod
is vertical.
- U se t he L O pen-End wrench
to secu re the nut , and the L
wrench to tighten all screws
well to avoid safety hazards .
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In stalli ng t he Waist H a r ne ss
- Find a S screw and the S
wrench, combine themfir st as
shown.
- Find the waist harne ss, install
the screw by aligning it with
the mountin g hole and install
it. Then install the other 3
screws.
- C heck the 4nuts on the back
of the waist harness and
tighten them with the S
Open-End wrench.
Mou nting th e Mi ddle Sh e lls
- Find the front and back
middle shells (List:No. 8),
screwdriver, and a S thin
screw.
- Pu t a screw into the
mounting hole of the front
shell first, align it with t he
hole and tighten it. Then
install the other screws.
Same for the back shell.
Mo unting t he b ottom Sh ells
-Find the front bottom shell
without blue strips for inside,
the back bottom shells with blu e
strips for outside, and the 2 bar
shells. (List: No 9, No 10).
-Put a screw into the mounting
hole of a shell first, align it with
the hole and tighten it. Then
install the other screws. Same
for the other s h ell s .
Ch ec k a n d Tighten Al l Screws
- Cut the black tie unde r the base now to free the
rotational beam.
- Find the M screws and L wrench.
- Pu t t he 8 base stabilizing feet on the sockets and fix them
with screws.
- N ote: Double tighten all screws of the product well to
avoid safety hazards and abnorma l noises .
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Packing List
Before assembly, check carefully whether the quantity and type of tools and accessories is
consistent with the below list. If anything is missing, contact our customer service at
service@katvr .com before you proceed.
*It is nor mal for some components to have wear due to pre-installation.
No.
Com ponent Na me & P icture
Qu antity
1
Mai n
Structure
Base
1
2
Stabilizing Feet
8
3
Double Row Support Rod
1
4
Arc Support Rod
2
5
Support Rod Connecting Plate
2
6
Waist Harness
1
7
Product shell : top
2
8
Product shell : middle 1
2
9
Product shell : middle 2
2
10
Product shell : bottom
Small differences may occur depending on the device version.
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Dedicated Shoes
1
12
Set of Sensors
1
13
Tool
S Wrench (4mm )
1
14
L Wrench (5mm )
1
15
Two Ends Open-End Wrench
1
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Tool
Two Ends Screwdriver
1
17
Accessories
Screws : S Thin Screws (M4×8）
26+2
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Screws : S Thick Screws (M6×8）
4+2
19
Screws : M Screws (M8×20）
16+2
20
Screws : L Screws (M8×55）
8+2
21
General Gaskets (M8)
8+2
22
L Screws Cap Nut (M8)
8+2
23
0.5m Micro USB Wire
1
24
Charging Connectors
1
25
USB extension cord
1
26
Gif t S et
Cable Management Kit
1
27
Pair of Gloves
1
28
Maintenance oil
1
29
Sensor Cleaning Brush
1
30
Anti-collision Strip
1
Reminder:
Maintenance o il: The maintenance oil is not for daily use and is prohibited from b eing used in
any other place. Do not use the maintenance oil for friction adjustment.
Method of use: Maintain the base once a month, one drop is enough at a t ime. Spread evenly
on the surface using dry cloth.
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Installation of the HMD Cable Management (Giveaway) :
First Use of KAT Walk Coord 2 Core
Sensor Installation
The sensors should be mounted on bottom of the dedicated shoes.
Wired H MD C ab le M a nagement
- Locate th e HMD cable 1.5 meters away from the HMD.
- Wrap the Velcro end ti gh t l y around the cable (fuzz-side
face-in ).
- Thr ead the USB end through th e fixing loop.
- Stick t h e cable management clip to the top of the upper
shell.
Pu l l u p t h e C abl e
- Peel off and stick the fixing lo op on the ceiling
directly abo ve the device.
- Stick t h e fixing loop on the nearby wall (highe r than
the device) and reco nnect the USB to the PC.
- Squeeze to open the cable management clip, and
insert the cable into it.
- Hang the HMD on Top.
Identify the Sensors
-Identify the paired L sensor
(L light o n), and find th e L
Shoe. Vice versa.
*Light Status:
Off: Sleep/Unpaired/Low Battery
Flashing: Disconnected
Constant: Connected
Flashing: Charging
Mounting the Sensors
- Logo-side faces outs ide. Insert
the sensors into the
corresponding shoe sockets.
- Incorrect mountin g will affect
their operation.
-Note: Before using, ensure t h e
surface o f the shoe sensor is
clean and free of dust. Use a
brush to clean it if neede d.
Incorrect Mounting
- The sensors must be installed
exactly as shown in the previous
step.
- Incorrect mountin g of the s ensor s
will affect their operation.
- If needed, use flat-head
screwdriver to pr y off t h e sensor.
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Charging
Friction level Introduction
Anti-Slip Lock Introdu ction:
The anti-slip lock is located at the back si de of the shoe. Whe n pulled onto the sho e hill, it increases
your stability and ensures you can get on and off the platform safely.
- The shoe friction is adjustable by adding or
removing the stripe.
- Recommend "VR VETERAN "for daily u s e.
- U se "NOVICE" for the first time.
- "VR Expert" is the favorite among users.
- Connect th e extensio n cord if needed.
Align the charging connectors well
and charge the sensors.
-Check th e charging statu s on Gateway.
*Charging Light Status:
Shoe Sensor - Flashi ng
Inner Sensor - Dim ming
Before getting on and o ff the pl atform, make sure
the anti-slip lock on the shoe sole is enabled.
Once you're on t h e platform with the waist
harness securely fastened, you can unlock the
anti-slip as shown in the picture below. You can
now walk on the pl atform!
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