Tobii Dynavox PCEye Plus User manual

Tobii Dynavox PCEye Plus
User’s Manual

User’s manual Tobii Dynavox PCEye Plus
Version 1.3
05/2017
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Table of Contents
1 Introduction.................................................................................................................................... 4
1.1 Explanation of dmonitions......................................................................................................4
1.2 Intended Use.........................................................................................................................4
1.3 Package Contents..................................................................................................................5
2 Safety ............................................................................................................................................ 6
2.1 Mounting Warning..................................................................................................................6
2.2 Epilepsy Warning...................................................................................................................6
2.3 Infrared Warning ....................................................................................................................6
2.4 Magnetic Field Warning ..........................................................................................................6
2.5 Child Safety...........................................................................................................................6
2.6 Do not open PCEye Plus.........................................................................................................6
2.7 Emergency............................................................................................................................7
2.8 Windows Control...................................................................................................................7
2.9 Third Party.............................................................................................................................7
3 Getting Started with PCEye Plus ................................................................................................... 8
3.1 System Requirements.............................................................................................................8
3.2 Overview...............................................................................................................................8
4 Using PCEye Plus.......................................................................................................................... 9
4.1 Positioning the User................................................................................................................9
5 Settings ....................................................................................................................................... 10
5.1 Microphone Settings ............................................................................................................10
5.2 Switch Settings....................................................................................................................10
5.3 Setup Windows Hello...........................................................................................................10
6 pplicable pplication Software .................................................................................................. 11
7 Product Care ............................................................................................................................... 12
7.1 Temperature & Humidity........................................................................................................12
7.1.1 General Use.........................................................................................................12
7.1.2 Transportation and Storage....................................................................................12
7.2 Cleaning .............................................................................................................................12
7.3 Transporting the PCEye Plus .................................................................................................12
7.4 Disposing of the PCEye Plus .................................................................................................12
ppendix Support and Warranty ................................................................................................... 13
1 Customer Support................................................................................................................13
2 Warranty.............................................................................................................................13
ppendix B Compliance Information................................................................................................. 14
B1 FCC Statement....................................................................................................................14
B2 Industry Canada Statement ...................................................................................................14
B3 CE Statement......................................................................................................................14
B4 Standards ...........................................................................................................................14
ppendix C Technical Specifications................................................................................................ 15

1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a PCEye Plus device from Tobii Dynavox!
To ensure the optimal performance of this product, please take the time to read this manual carefully.
1.1 Explanation of Admonitions
In this manual we use three (3) levels of admonitions as follows:
Is used for notifying the user of something important or of something that needs special attention.
Is used to inform of something that could cause harm to, or malfunction of, the equipment.
Is used to inform of something where there could conceivably be a risk of harm to the user if the Warning is ignored.
1.2 Intended Use
The PCEye Plus is an eye tracker that lets you access and control your computer using only your eyes. Simply look at the com-
puter screen and select commands by dwelling, zooming and/or clicking a switch. lternatively, fully control the mouse cursor
directly with your eye movements. The PCEye Plus fits snuggly on your laptop, docks under retail computer screens.
The PCEye Plus is intended to be used for Windows Control for ugmentative and lternative Communication ( C) and/or
for computer access purposes as an alternative input device to the keyboard and mouse for people that have challenges in their
ability to speak and/or access a computer due to injury, disability or illness.
The PCEye Plus is not intended solely as an eye tracking device, but also includes other input and output methods. There is a
microphone array built in which is intended to be used together with a number of different speech recognition software to allow
the user to dictate speech and use their voice to assist in controlling the computer. The PCEye Plus also contains a switch port
that is intended to be connected to one or more switches that can assist a user with limited mobility in the control of the soft-
ware on the device. When used together with the Tobii Dynavox EyeR device the PCEye Plus can also be used for environmen-
tal control using infrared transmission in cases such as the control of Televisions, music devices, windows, etc.
The PCEye Plus works together with Microsoft Windows Hello and can be configured to make use of Windows Hello's biomet-
ric facial recognition log in.
The PCEye Plus can be moved between different computers, as long as the monitor with the attached device is placed on a ta-
ble or suitable stand for stationary use in an indoor environment. Except for installation, the PCEye Plus is operated mainly by
the user only by using their eyes, and it is calibrated against each user’s eye movements. The intention with the PCEye Plus is to
allow the user to control a computer, but it is not intended for the control of any other medical devices.
The PCEye Plus gives you a fast, accurate and hands free way of accessing the many ways a computer can enrich your life and
bring greater personal independence. You can pursue your interests and education, re-enter the workplace, stay in touch with
friends and family, express yourself artistically and creatively, and stay entertained.
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For more information about Screen Sizes, see Appendix C Technical Specifications.
Figure 1.1 PCEye Plus
Do not cover the front of the PCEye Plus in any way (with decorations, Post-Its, etc.) as Windows Control will be
compromised.
Using an antivirus program is strongly recommended.
1.3 Package Contents
●PCEye Plus
●Magnetic Mounting Plate (2 pcs) for PCEye Plus
●Mounting Instruction
●Switch Port Extension Cable
●Tobii Dynavox EyeR USB Infrared unit (in separate box)
●USB Extension Cable
Only use the items included in the PCEye Plus package, those described in the product documentation and other ap-
proved Tobii Dynavox ccessories in conjunction with the PCEye Plus.
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2 Safety
2.1 Mounting arning
The PCEye Plus should be mounted according to the instructions of the approved mounts used. Tobii Dynavox or its
agents are not liable for damage or injuries to a person or its property due to a PCEye Plus falling from a mounted
configuration. The mounting of a PCEye Plus is done entirely at the user’s own risk.
The double sided tape supplied with the adhesive Magnetic Mounting Plates (if applicable) is designed to perma-
nently attach the bracket to the monitor/laptop. ttempting to remove the bracket after attaching it using the supplied
tape can result in damage both to the monitor/laptop and the bracket.
Do not lick the adhesive tape or place any part of the tape or Magnetic Mounting Plate in one's mouth or on one’s
body.
Do not mount the PCEye Plus on monitors positioned above the head or face of a user unless using a dedicated "fixed
mounting" solution.
2.2 Epilepsy arning
Some people with Photosensitive Epilepsy are susceptible to epileptic seizures or loss of consciousness when ex-
posed to certain flashing lights or light patterns in everyday life. This may happen even if the person has no medical
history of epilepsy or has never had any epileptic seizures.
person with Photosensitive Epilepsy would also be likely to have problems with TV screens, some arcade games,
and flickering fluorescent bulbs. Such people may have a seizure while watching certain images or patterns on a mon-
itor, or even when exposed to the light sources of an eye tracker. It is estimated that about 3-5% of people with epi-
lepsy have this type of Photosensitive Epilepsy. Many people with Photosensitive Epilepsy experience an "aura" or
feel odd sensations before the seizure occurs. If you feel odd during use, move your eyes away from the eye tracker.
2.3 Infrared arning
When activated, the PCEye Plus emits pulsed infrared (IR) light. Certain medical devices are susceptible to disturb-
ance by IR light and/or radiation. Do not use the PCEye Plus when in the vicinity of such susceptible medical devices
as their accuracy or proper functionality could be inhibited.
2.4 Magnetic Field arning
The PCEye Plus Magnetic Mounting contains magnets. Magnetic fields may interfere with the function of cardiac
pacemakers and implantable cardioverter-defibrillators. s a general rule, maintain a minimum distance of 6 inches
(15 centimeters) between any item with magnets and your heart device.
2.5 Child Safety
The PCEye Plus is an advanced computer system and electronic device. s such it is composed of numerous sepa-
rate, assembled parts. In the hands of a child certain of these parts have the possibility of being separated from the
device, possibly constituting a choking hazard or another danger to the child.
Young children should not have access to, or use, the device without parental or guardian supervision.
2.6 Do not open PCEye Plus
Non-compliance will result in loss of Warranty! There are no user serviceable components inside. Contact
Tobii Dynavox Support if your PCEye Plus is not working properly.
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2.7 Emergency
Do not rely on the device for emergency calls or banking transactions. We recommend having multiple ways to com-
municate in emergency situations. Banking transactions should only be carried out with a system recommended by,
and approved according to the standards of, your bank.
2.8 indows Control
Some people may experience a certain amount of fatigue (due to intentional eye focusing and hard concentration) or
even a dryness of the eyes (due to less frequent blinking) when first getting used to Windows Control. If you are expe-
riencing fatigue or dry eyes start off slowly and limit the length of your Windows Control sessions to your comfort lev-
el. Remoisturizing eye drops can be helpful to combat dryness.
2.9 Third Party
ny use of the PCEye Plus outside the intended use and together with any third party software or hardware that
changes the intended use is a risk and nothing that Tobii Dynavox can take any responsibility for.
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3 Getting Started with PCEye Plus
3.1 System Requirements
For PCEye Plus we recommend the following minimum system requirements:
Component Requirements
Computer and processor 2.0 gigahertz (GHz) or faster, Dual-Core processor (recom-
mended minimum).
Memory (R M) 4 gigabyte (GB) R M (recommended minimum).
Hard Disk 450 megabytes (MB) available
USB USB 2.0
Operating System ●Windows 7 (64-bit)
●Windows 8.1 (32-bit or 64-bit)
●Windows 10 (32-bit or 64-bit)
.NET version 4.5
Tobii Eye Tracking Core Software Version 2.8 or later
To be able to use the PCEye Plus one of the following Tobii Dynavox software must be installed:
●Tobii Dynavox Windows Control 2
●Tobii Dynavox Gaze Point
3.2 Overview
Figure 3.1 PCEye Plus
1Eye Tracker 4Switch port
2Microphones (array) 5Installation Markings
3USB connector 6Mounting Magnets
Never force a connector into a port. If the connector and port do not join with reasonable ease, they probably do not
match. Make sure that the connector matches the port and that you have positioned the connector correctly in relation
to the port.
Be extra careful with the USB connectors.
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4 Using PCEye Plus
4.1 Positioning the User
Figure 4.1 Positioning
The mounted PCEye Plus attached to its Magnetic Mounting Plate and to your device is designed to work optimally when it is
parallel to the user’s eyes at a distance from about 50 — 90 cm (20 to 35 inches), see Figure 4.1 Positioning, page 9 or Figure
4.2 Positioning for Users Leaning Side ays or Lying Do n, page 9.
Figure 4.2 Positioning for Users Leaning Sideways or Lying Down
This means that for those users leaning sideways or those lying down the PCEye Plus with monitor and computer device also
needs to be tilted in order to keep the users eyes parallel to the screen and at the optimal distance, see Figure 4.2 Positioning
for Users Leaning Side ays or Lying Do n, page 9.
Make sure the user is placed comfortably in relation to the optimal positioning of, and distance from, the unit. Be
aware also that the user’s comfort, as well as the Windows Control performance, will be enhanced if the sun is not
shining directly on the screen or into the user’s eyes.
The optimal distance that a user should be from the PCEye Plus mounted on a monitor/laptop differs depending on the size of
the screen. The user should be positioned at the optimal distance to allow for the best possible Windows Control.
Generally, the larger the size of the screen, the greater the distance the user should be from the Eye Tracker / Screen combina-
tion for optimal Tobii Dynavox Windows Control 2 usage.
Monitors larger than up to the maximum screen size limitation should not be used for optimal Tobii Dynavox Windows Control 2
usage, for more information see Appendix C Technical Specifications, page 15.
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5 Settings
5.1 Microphone Settings
The PCEye Plus Microphone array will be set to the default microphone in Microsoft Windows during installation of
the Tobii Dynavox Windows Control 2.0 software.
You can setup the built-in microphone array using the Microsoft Windows Control Panel > Sound > Recording.
We refer to Microsoft’s information on how to configure the microphone array in the Microsoft Windows Control
Panel.
5.2 Switch Settings
The built in switch port on the PCEye Plus is intended to be used with one 3.5 mm switch connected directly to the PCEye Plus
or with one 3.5 mm switch connected to the Switch Port Extension Cable and then into the PCEye Plus. The switch port is by
default configured as "Joystick 1" in Windows.
The switch functionality is enabled within the different applicable application software.
1. Connect the Switch Port Extension Cable to the Switch port on the PCEye Plus.
2. Connect the switch to the switch port on the Switch Port Extension Cable.
The switch can be connected directly to the PCEye Plus if the connector is small enough so the connector will not af-
fect the fastening of the PCEye Plus.
5.3 Setup indows Hello
Only works with Windows 10.
1. Open the Windows Start menu.
2. Select your Account.
3. Select Change Account Settings.
4. Select Sign-in options.
5. To proceed, set up a PIN code.
6. Select the Add button under PIN and follow the next steps.
Once you've done that the options to set up Windows Hello will unlock.
7. fter successfully selecting a PIN, you’ll be able to select Set p under Face.
8. If you’d like to get some more detailed background information on Windows Hello select Learn more. Or just select
Get Started to continue.
9. The camera in the eye tracker will now help you position yourself in front of the screen by showing a livestream through
the camera. fter positioning yourself successfully in front of the camera, the face recognition setup will begin
automatically.
10. Once you’ve successfully completed the set up, an option to Improve Recognition will be available.
This can be quite useful if you wear glasses as it allows you to be recorded with or without them.
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