Occipital Bridge User manual

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QUICK START GUIDE
Get Started: bridge.occipital.com/getstarted
Occipital, Inc. 1801 13th Street Suite 202, Boulder, CO, 80302, USA.
For more information, visit occipital.com.
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Lightning is a trademark of Apple Inc.
Bridge and Structure are trademarks of Occipital, Inc.
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Designed by Occipital. Assembled in China.

At Occipital, we’ve always wanted to help shape the
future of computing.
Bridge is part of our effort to do just that. This isn’t a
device for everyone — it’s for the dreamers among us
that want to invent applications that “live” in the physical
world.
We’re excited to have you join us in this weird and
amazing new world.
Welcome to the Occipital Bridge.
bridge.occipital.com/getstarted
for several hours after your symptoms have gone away. If any of these symptoms persist after
you have stopped using Bridge or recur repeatedly, consult a doctor (1) before engaging in any
activity that requires your full attention to be safe, such as driving, operating heavy machinery,
or riding a bicycle, and (2) before using Bridge again.
• Bridge has a powerful magnet to latch the iPhone door closed. It also works in conjunction
with a smart phone that can emit radiofrequency energy. Magnets and radiofrequency energy
can interfere with implanted medical devices, such as pacemakers and neurological implants.
If you have an implanted medical device, do not use Bridge until you have consulted with your
doctor or the medical device manufacturer.
• Bridge is worn over your face, and the adjustable straps that hold it on wrap around your head.
For some people, prolonged contact with Bridge can cause skin irritation. If you experience
any skin irritation, including dryness, discoloration (such as redness), or itchiness, stop using
Bridge immediately and consult with a physician before using it again. Failing to do so could
lead to worsening of your skin irritation.
Overheating
Bridge works in conjunction with a smartphone, which can sometimes overheat. If either Bridge
or the smartphone that is being used with it become hot, stop using Bridge immediately and
power the phone down. Continuing to use Bridge when either Bridge or the phone used with it
become hot can lead to burns.
Proper use of optical inserts (Lens Spacers)
Bridge includes optical inserts that are intended to help improve your experience using Bridge.
The optical inserts are intended only for use with Bridge, and are not intended to be used to assist
your vision in any other context. They are not a replacement for prescription eyeglasses or contact
lenses. Only use the optical inserts in conjunction with Bridge. Using the optical inserts without
Bridge could lead to eye discomfort or vision problems. Further, because the optical inserts are
not intended to aid your vision, they may interfere with your ability to see, which could, depending
on the activities you engage in, lead to property damage and physical injury, including death.
Electrical shock
Bridge contains electrical components, especially as part of the included Structure Sensor, that
can cause electrical shocks. To minimize risks of electrical shocks:
• Do not attempt to open, repair, or otherwise modify Bridge;
• Do not use Bridge if any cable is damaged or any wires are protruding from it; and
• Do not expose Bridge or its components to water or moisture.
Other issues
Bridge works in conjunction with a smartphone. When used together they can emit radiofrequency
energy that can interfere with nearby electronics.

Health conditions and concerns
• Do not use Bridge if you are sick, tired, under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or otherwise
impaired, as doing so may exacerbate discomfort that can be caused by mixed or virtual reality
and can make it more likely that you will fall, run into objects, or otherwise hurt yourself.
• Consult a physician before use if you are pregnant, elderly, or have pre-existing medical condi-
tions that may affect your experience (such as a heart condition or psychiatric conditions).
• Bridge is designed to provide you with an immersive mixed or virtual reality experience that
can include exhilarating and sometimes frightening situations. If you have had negative physi-
cal or psychological reactions (such as PTSD, elevated heart rate, panic attacks, or fainting) to
real-life situations, consult a doctor before using Bridge and do not use Bridge to reproduce
similar virtual situations, as you may have the same reactions.
• Bridge, like other electronic media that present images to the user (including video games,
television, and movies), may trigger photosensitive seizures, fainting, or severe dizziness even
in people who have no history of these conditions. If you experience any of the symptoms, stop
using Bridge and contact a doctor immediately. Also, if you have a previous history of epilepsy
or seizures, loss of awareness, or other symptoms linked to an epileptic condition, consult
your doctor before using Bridge.
• Overuse of Bridge may cause repetitive stress injuries. Using Bridge frequently and for pro-
longed periods can make your muscles, joints, or skin hurt. If any part of your body becomes
tired or sore while using the headset or its components, or if you feel symptoms such as
tingling, numbness, burning, or stiffness, stop and rest for several hours before using Bridge
again.
• Immersing yourself in mixed or virtual reality for long periods can negatively impact your
hand-eye coordination and balance. Do not drive or operate machinery immediately after ex-
periencing virtual reality until you have fully regained your orientation and sensory perception.
Also take regular breaks and avoid prolonged use of Bridge.
• If you have any of the following symptoms or other discomfort during or after using Bridge,
stop using it and see a doctor.
1. Seizures, loss of awareness, convulsions, involuntary movements, dizziness, disorienta-
tion, nausea, lightheadedness, drowsiness, or fatigue;
2. Eye pain or discomfort, eyestrain, eye twitching, or vision abnormalities (such as altered,
blurred, or double vision); or
3. Excessive sweating, increased salivation, impaired sense of balance, impaired hand-eye
coordination, or other symptoms similar to motion sickness.
Because these symptoms can persist even after you’ve stopped using Bridge, do not drive,
operate machinery, or take part in activities that may have potentially serious consequences
Adjustable
Side Strap
Lightning Cable
Adjustable Top Strap
Structure Sensor
Wide
Vision
Lens
Phone Enclosure
Back Pad
Ratchet Adjustor
BRIDGE AT A GLANCE

Lens
Power Button
Volume Buttons
Magnetic Clasp
iPhone
(not included)
BRIDGE AT A GLANCE Read and understand these warnings before using Bridge. Failure to follow these warnings could
cause death, serious injury, or property damage.
Physical safety and distraction
When using Bridge, you will often see a mixed or virtual reality environment, not the real world.
Although Bridge is designed to allow incorporation of objects in the immediate environment into
the world displayed to the user, its ability to do so depends on the content that is being viewed.
Some content does not incorporate every potential real-world hazard. If a real-world hazard is not
incorporated, Bridge will not alert you to its presence and, because your vision is obscured, you
will not be able to see it. As a result you may run into, trip over, hit, or otherwise un-intentionally
interact with these hazards, which could cause property damage, physical harm, and even death.
The risk is especially great with hazards that could cause you to fall, such as stairs, balconies, or
windows.
To avoid personal injury, always ensure that the environment you are operating in is safe, and that
all real-world objects in the environment have been incorporated in the content you are viewing.
Also, ensure that you only move in the ways specified by the content that you are using and that
any physical objects not incorporated into the content you are using have been removed from the
environment. Use special care if using Bridge around other people or pets, as their movements
may not be incorporated into the content you are viewing. Also take steps, such as closing nearby
doors, to ensure that pets, people, or other dynamic objects do not enter the area after you start
using Bridge. Never use the headset while moving in a space not designed for your specific
content.
Like all mixed or virtual reality devices, using Bridge can cause you to lose your balance or
become disoriented, which can lead you to fall or run into objects in your environment. To avoid
injury, always ensure that you move carefully and stay balanced while using Bridge.
Never use Bridge while engaging in any activity that requires your full attention to be safe, such
as driving, operating heavy machinery, or riding a bicycle. Doing so could result in serious injury
or death.
Use by children
Bridge was not designed for children under the age of 14. Children are still in a stage of visual
and neurological development, which could be negatively affected by using mixed or virtual reality
devices, such as Bridge. Do not leave Bridge within the reach of children or allow them to use or
play with it.
Children over age 14 should only use Bridge under an adult’s direct supervision. Adults should
monitor older children for any of the symptoms or risks described here, should limit usage, and
ensure breaks are taken. Prolonged use by children should be avoided, as it could result in signifi-
cant negative impacts to their development.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

INTERCHANGEABLE LENSES (NEW)
Lens
Lens Spacer
CONTROLLER FUNCTIONS
Important: Controller functionality may change, visit bridge.occipital.com/support for the latest
updates and instructions.
LED will gradually fade on
for 2 seconds then turn off.
Function Action
Power On Press Button 2.
Power Off Hold Button 2 for 3
seconds.
LED flashes once every 5
seconds.
Auto
Shutdown
LED Status
LED will turn on, then
gradually fade off.
Controller will turn
off after 1 minute of
no use.
Low Battery
LED will turn on, then
gradually fade off.
App Connection: Launch any Bridge-powered app, turn the
controller on, and follow on-screen instructions.

BRIDGE CONTROLLER (NEW)
Capacitive
Touch Pad
LED
Button 1
Button 2
Trigger
Battery Cover
Battery type:
2 AAA
SETTING UP BRIDGE
Adjusting Your Bridge
1Twist the ratchet counter-clockwise to extend
the side straps.
Place Bridge on your head
and tighten the ratchet
until Bridge feels
comfortable on your face.
2
Adjust the top strap velcro in the
back so that the back pad sits in
about the position shown to the right.
3
Readjust the ratchet and top strap for a comfortable feel
where the headset sits evenly on the face and does not
rest too high or low.
4
2
3

Choose a Lens Spacer to Match Your Eyesight
1Remove existing Lens Spacer by
turning it counter-clockwise.
2Remove the Lens from the Lens
Spacer and swap with desired Spacer.
3Install the Lens Spacer by locating the three
openings and turn the Lens Spacer clock-
wise until it locks into place.
SETTING UP BRIDGE
2
Diopter1Range
Lens Spacer
0 to -1 -1 to -3 -3 to -5
Comes installed
39mm 36mm
¹ Diopter can usually be found in your eyesight prescription. Lens guidance is for your reference
only, consult with your eye doctor when choosing.
Good vision
32mm
3
1
Nearsighted Nearsighted
1
Attaching Structure Sensor
Unpack your Structure Sensor (packaged separately).
2Attach Structure Sensor
to the sensor mount
as indicated using the
4 screws included with
Structure Sensor.
3For initial charge, plug
provided charging cable into
charging connector on Struc-
ture Sensor until LED stops
pulsing.
Structure Sensor
Sensor Mount
2
3
SETTING UP BRIDGE

1
2
Attaching the Lightning Cable
Attach the Lightning cable to Structure Sensor and iPhone.
Insert the Wide Vision Lens into
the door and turn clockwise to
lock into place. Note that one
prong is wider than the rest.
Attaching the Wide Vision Lens
1
2
Gold pins
facing forward
SETTING UP BRIDGE
Align to
wide prong
1
Inserting Your iPhone
Install the iPhone into the 3
hooks at the bottom of the door.
2Push the top edge inward until
the iPhone snaps in fully.
4Press on the back of the
iPhone through the hole in the
door to release.
Releasing Your iPhone
1
2
4
SETTING UP BRIDGE
3Unplug Lightning cable.
IMPORTANT TO AVOID DAMAGE