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1. of points 1 5 9 16 Number of points in calibration sequence A higher number can increase the accuracy The 16 points calibration is optimized for highest accuracy Head movement range is limited with 16 point calibration This method is designed for ALS users who want to control the Windows desktop Target gaze accuracy 10 20 The accuracy that a particular subject can should achieve 30 40mm The parameter does not influence the actual accuracy but is only used for qualitative calibration feedback e g even a user with impaired eye movement control can get good results when the target accuracy is lowered Randomize points Y N Changes the point sequence randomly to avoid prediction artifacts Play audio Y N Sound feedback with point acceptance Slow mode Y N Slows down the automatic calibration process Shake marker Y N Shakes the marker after it moved to a new position to help attract users attention at this position Automatic Y N Cycles through the point sequence automatically checking proper calibration fixation on each point When turned off the operator has to accept each point manually S ESC will cancel the calibration sequence at any time Skip bad points Y N After a while a non fixated point will be ignored and the sequence will continue When turned off the system will wait indefinitely for a proper fixation Pick display colors n a Colors for the calibration screen and targets Please pick the calibration backgro
2. Stand alone Monitor Resolution px VESA mount Width 1440 Height 900 Physical Screen Dimensions mm Width 410 Height 256 Camera Monitor Distances mm AM 300 AN 50 Camera Monitor Angle 70 A A failure to measure the monitor camera parameters correctly will cause high gaze location errors under head motion Use the tool Monitor Calibration which can be launched from the start menu Programs alea technologies Monitor Calibration Choose the VESA mount option if your camera unit is attached using the standard IG 30 VESA mount adapter and choose the standalone option if your camera is mounted otherwise Finally follow the instructions in the calibration tool and enter the following parameters The screen resolution of the monitor The physical dimensions of the panel without the monitor frame Two or three measured distances between the camera and the monitor Please check the monitor sketch for detailed reference In a dual monitor setup make sure the camera is attached to the primary monitor The resolution of the primary monitor will be auto detected by the tool The monitor resolution should be kept constant during the whole operation The system will notify the user when the entered value does not match the actual monitor resolution when a calibration is started IntelliGaze will try to adopt the gaze cursor coordinates to possibly changing resolutions during the operation of the
3. The IntelliGaze 1G 30 system serves a gaze controlled computer input device for physically handicapped persons Teltow October 30 2012 Wolfgang Lehmann Managing Director alea technologies gmbh alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 9 Safety amp Compliance IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual 3 5 FCC IntelliGaze CAM30 CAM30NT camera system 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 radi ate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help alea
4. Accuracy static 0 5 typically Accuracy over full working volume 1 typically Sampling Rate 50 40 30 20 Hz Max head movement velocity 15 cm s Recovery time after tracking loss head moved to quickly or was out of range 40 ms 50 Hz System Dimensions ca 300 x 45 x 80 mm3 WxHxD Mounting Options on monitor via VESA adapter on Tablet PC via customized interfaces System Weight ca 850g Interface Full Speed USB2 Power Supply Desktop power supply provided with standard system prim 230 110 VAC sec 15 19V 3A Power consumption 50 Hz full tracking mode USB ca 200mA Power Supply avg 150mA 15V 2 2 Tracking System IG 30NT Tracking technology Hybrid infrared video eye amp head tracking Binocular amp monocular tracking Working Volume centered at 620 mm distance 320 x 200 x 250 mm WxHxD Accuracy static 0 5 typ Accuracy over full working volume 1 typ Sampling Rate 40 30 20 Hz Recovery time after tracking loss 150 ms typ head moved to quickly or was out of range System Dimensions 285 x 44 x 38 mm WxHxD Mounting Options on monitor via VESA adapter on Tablet PC via customized interfaces System Weight ca 280g Interface Full Speed USB2 Power Supply Single USB cable up to 1m optional aux power supply for special setups Power consumption 40 Hz full trackin
5. Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard This wizard helps you install software for alea technologies IG 30 camera if your hardware came with an installation CD lt gt or floppy disk insert it now What do you want the wizard to do Install the software automatically Recommended Install from a list or specific location Advanced Click Next to continue You will now be prompted to allow the installation of the driver after the windows hardware detection has found the new camera Whenever you change the camera connection to a port that has never been used before by the camera you will be prompted to permit the installation again Confirm the security warning to finish the driver installation Hardware Installation 4 The software you are installing for this hardware alea technologies IG 30 camera has not passed Windows Logo testing to verify its compatibility with Windows XP Tell me why this testing is important Continuing your installation of this software may impair or destabilize the correct operation of your system either immediately or in the future Microsoft strongly recommends that you stop this installation now and contact the hardware vendor for software that has passed Windows Logo testing STOP tala 28 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Setup 4 6 4 Licensing IntelliGaze offers three d
6. 4 3 HW Requirements 4 3 1 PC Platform While every current notebook tablet or desktop PC should be powerful enough to run IntelliGaze in the background we specify the minimum requirements as follows 14 CPU core i3 or AMD equivalent Atom Z3XXX For media operations and gaming we recommend four logical CPU cores RAM Ports OS 4 q Windows XP 512 MB 1GB recommended Windows VISTA 7 8 16GB 2GB recommended 1 available full speed USB2 port Windows 7 32 and 64 bit Windows 8 32 and 64 bit Windows VISTA SP2 last supporting IntelliGaze version v3 0 Windows XP SP3 last supporting IntelliGaze version v2 5 3rd party software that sometimes uses excessive hardware resources while operating in the background like some virus scanners or similar can increase the minimum hardware requirements significantly Other attached USB devices may negatively influence the gaze tracking performance Please consider this carefully and whenever possible test the compatibility in advance We highly recommend connecting the camera system to a dedicated USB2 port on the computer rather then through a USB Hub CAM30 do not extend the USB cable length longer than 2m and use o ly USB2 certified high quality cable CAM30NT do not extend the USB data cable length longer than 1m When using the additional power sup ply do not extend the length of USB cable more than 2m Prefer a custom long cable over exten
7. Default Value IntelliGaze Reference Description Cursor Delay 200ms_ The mouse cursor is delayed with a rubber band effect for the given amount of time Key Shortcuts Disable false When true IntelliGaze will disable all keyboard shortcuts Background when IntelliGaze is started with the background parameter Disable false When true IntelliGaze will disable all keyboard shortcuts Application when an application is launched from the application center Keyboard IntelliGaze Intelli Defines the set of key shortcuts which are used by mapping Rolltalk Custom Gaze IntelliGaze Disable false When true IntelliGaze will disable all keyboard shortcuts Application when an application is launched from the application center Touch Screen Enable Touch false When activated IntelliGaze will bring up a menu for Screen support system function whenever the touch screen is touched Detect Activates the auto detection function of the touch panel Touch duration 0 5sec Delay before the menu pops up after a touch event General Check for True Checks for online updates when you start updates IntelliGaze alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 71 Adapting IntelliGaze to Different Applications IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual 7 Adapting IntelliGaze to Different Applications 7 1 Blickfang Concept The measured gaze is never 100 accurate and stable because of
8. Default Sound A standard sound is played at maximum system volume Custom Sound A sound file must be chosen which is played at maximum system volume Execute File A batch file must chosen which may trigger any additional actions such as sending a text message or trigger an environmental control command i Preferences tt General Operation Center Configure Operation Center parameter W Calibration Operation Center Access Full Access LD Input 0 Safe Access C Assisted Access MEAS Integrated Keyboard co Operation Center Call Help Default sound Application Center Custom sound Execute file Maximize volume warning might be loud 6 5 6 Application Center In the Application Center AC options you can configure the appearance of the AC Each application will appear as button on the AC homepage which is available in the Safe Access of the Operation Center You can also decide which background you want on the application center homepage 66 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Le re General Calibration 4 input Application List Integrated Keyboard Operation Center Application Center IntelliGaze Reference Preferences Application Center Customize the design of the user interface Application Center add configure remove applications change background picture The Application Lis
9. User User 1 Report Date 30 09 2010 12 13 44 IntelliGaze Version 1 3 3923 No issues found Save Report Transfer settings to IntelliGaze The XPS viewer is pre installed on every Windows Vista and higher system and will also be installed with the net 4 5 framework which comes with later Intel liGaze versions Group Description Save Report Export all test results to a XPS file Transfer settings to Pushes all settings for calibration and target to IntelliGaze IntelliGaze alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 81 Troubleshooting IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual 10 Troubleshooting 10 1 General 10 1 1 System is not tracking Definition The tracking status Monitor constantly displays X It is not possible to achieve any positive tracking feed back from the Tracking Status Monitor Prerequisites e IntelliGaze installed e Camera unit connected via USB e External power supply connected CAM30 If you still have problems with the tracking record a 10 20sec eyevideo using the keyboard shortcut Ctrl R Alternatively you can open the calibration page of the operation center and click the status windows to create and eye video or snapshots The video is located in the folder users documents alea_ technologies gmbh intelliGaze eyevideos Send the video to alea technolgies using dropbox or a similar service 10 1 2 Intelligaze cannot detect camera on start up C
10. the system will provide an intuitive feed back about the quality of the calibration Once a calibration has been completed successfully it will be automatically saved and re used until another calibration has been completed This works even over restarts of the system E In order to achieve and maintain the highest accuracy we recommend calibrating the user after system changes or longer periods of time Very large changes in ambient illumination might also be compensated by a new calibration run amp The parameters of the calibration can be configured under Options Calibration G Preferences re General a Calibration Choose the properties of the subject gaze calibration Calibration Number of calibration points 9 points w Position the calibration area on the monitor Full w 4 Input Target gaze accuracy 20 mm Y Randomize the points during calibration HAF Integrated Keyboard Play audio feedback when switching points C Slow mode Shake Marker co Operation Center Automatic calibration Skip bad points during calibration a Application Center Pick display colors for background and marker m _ Use image as marker Choose which eye is to be calibrated Both w OK Cancel alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 61 IntelliGaze Reference Calibration Parameter Values defaults IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Description
11. This adapter has specifically been designed to fit jabbla s Tellus4 communication device It replaces the original Daessy adapter plate while maintaining it s functionality Mount Tellus4 Thickness add to screw length n a Camera Interface 2x 8mm Compatible Cameras CAM30 Cam30NT Max Mounting Height n a Min Mounting Height n a Extended dowel pins are available to mount the slimmer camera more forward alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 21 Setup IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual 4 5 Hardware Assembly Std VESA Adapter During hardware installation the camera and monitor will be combined into a stable module which may then be mounted on a monitor arm or desk stand This section explains the general principle of assembly as the actual process may vary depending on the selected monitor Standard TFT amp CAM 30 VESA Adapter Required Tools Screwdriver depending on monitor arm 1 5 mm and 2 mm Allan Hex keys provide with the system The standard VESA adapter is implemented as a VESA 75 amp 100 spacer The adapter will be mounted between a typical monitor s VESA Interface and a monitor arm The adapter is 12mm thick and the screw length should be selected accordingly A Please make sure that longer screws do not damage the interior of your monitor Monitor Arm M4 Screws VESA Mount O 22 Version 3 0 alea techno
12. caretaker un pauses the device to give the care taker time to start the learning software A default calibration can be loaded with a single click to allow users gaze interaction even if they are not able to calibrate 36 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Using IntelliGaze The Operation Center in Assisted Access offers just an option for calibration close application pause and basic cursor options All functions can be accessed with keyboard shortcuts Escape will return to the previous dialog or quit the operation center 5 6 2 Safe Access The Safe Access allows caretakers to customize an environment where the users can autonomously switch between different applications without the need of Windows desktop access The Safe Access offers more options to the user and the caretaker The Windows desktop will be replaced with a config urable Home Page Application Center AC Applications which are launched from the Application Center may use off screen accessible areas which control the mouse or touch behavior to interact with applications The AC can be filled with standard desktop applications or Windows Store applications In an application is terminated IntelliGaze will return to the AC Application Center Look To Learn Angry Birds alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 37 Using IntelliGaze IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual T
13. consume a lot of processing power If the T indicator is constantly on you should verify the system configuration eo In energy saving mode laptops usually power down the CPU which causes performance indicators to pop up 5 6 Operation Modes IntelliGaze can be operated in three different modes The modes determine the complexity of the tasks which can be performed with IntelliGaze Additionally IntelliGaze adopts so that power users benefit from the availability of advanced options and a versatile user interface while inexperienced users and caretakers enjoy a simplified user interface and limited functionality oe The possible operation modes are determined by the license A license can be upgraded to switch an Assisted Access system into a Save Access or Full Access eo In energy saving mode laptops usually power down the CPU which causes performance indicators to pop up 5 6 1 Assisted Access The assisted access is designed to work optimal in an environment where a users needs permanent assistance by a caretaker or teacher Typical applications used in the context of the assisted access mode are Look To Learn or Life Tools or other learning software The IntelliGaze user interface is stripped down to the minimum set of functions to adjust user position calibrate a user and chance basic parameters like cursor shape When IntelliGaze is launched in Assisted Access gaze interaction is disabled until the
14. desktop applications or Win dow Store Apps IntelliGaze will automatically detect the environment and will switch the user inter face to an appropriate style Additionally IntelliGaze application profiles will make sure that the gaze interaction will automatically adopt to the need of the active application Operation Center fw A l o f Gaze Interaction UI Sidemenus for Desktop and Windows Store Apps 42 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual IntelliGaze Reference 6 3 1 Side Menus Special functions mouse functions and touch input functions can be activated from side menus Side menus are activated with an off screen fixation and can be made sticky with another off screen fixation if the menu is visible Non sticky side menus will disappear after a few seconds of idle time The status of the menu is visualized by a small needle icon at the top of the menu bars Desktop Left Side Single Left Click Single Right Click lockable Double Left Click lockable Drag and Drop sa Locked Mouse actions will be used with every click until they are unlocked again By default Single Left Click will be enabled after every other click action J Drag and Drop Options Three different drag and drop options are available to allow the user either fast and coarse or very precise drag amp drop or selection operations 1 Direct single click select and
15. gaze control can be used The gaze track ing and click control can be adopted to the user requirements and the target application 5 2 Environment The IG 30 and IG 30NT has been designed for indoor use The equipment should be used in an office like environment General Considerations Provide e Well lit comfortable seating or bed site condition e The subject should be comfortable and stably positioned e Ideally both eyes should be clearly visible from the camera position If one eye is covered please refer to the monocular options in the calibration settings e The monitor camera combination should have room and sufficient degrees of freedom to achieve a good position in front of the user We do highly recommend the use of monitor arms Avoid e Direct Sun Light e Direct exposure to secondary IR sources like halogen bulbs etc e Complex prescription glasses like bi focals etc alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 3 1 Using IntelliGaze IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual WARNING If the IntelliGaze product is mounted in such a way toa monitor that it may fall and potentially harm the user this is done solely at the user s own risk alea technologies or any of its representatives do not take any responsibility and will not be liable for any damages or injuries arising from the product falling onto someone or something even if the mounting has been made according to instructions As a ge
16. on Windows 7 com puters Enable touch screen support and touch the display when prompted If the touch display driver is not detected automatically you may choose the driver manually e Windows 8 computers don t need to enable touch support explicitly In Windows 8 supports touch natively alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 29 Setup IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual 4 7 Monitor Calibration The last step of the setup process is the calibration of the monitor camera configuration The monitor calibration requires a metric ruler of about 40 cm For further details please refer to chapter 5 4 E A badly calibrated monitor will result in inaccurate head motion compensation and therefore provide inaccu rate gaze position measurements 4 8 System Validation This step will make sure that all components have been installed correctly and the system is working according to specification It assumes all setup steps above have been completed successfully 1 Connect all cables At the back of the CAM30 system there is a LED that turns green if the illumination has power The LED of the CAM30NT shows the green LED when IntelliGaze is started 2 Turn on the PC and boot Windows Login 3 Start IntelliGaze if not included in Autostart You should see the following Dark red shining outer LEDs the illumination will go to a standby mode if no head was detected for a while In standby mode the outer LEDs w
17. targeting slimmer PC platforms the Sliding VESA Adapter No 3 has been designed It fits even small platforms like the WeGo 10 SGD and provides a convenient robust handle to move the system around easily Mount VESA 75 100 Thickness add to screw length 3mm Camera Interface 2x 8mm Compatible Cameras CAM30NT Max Mounting Height 107mmM 132MM Min Mounting Height 81MM ic Mounting Height distance between lower VESA Screw and center of 8mm rod Different dowel pins 32 50 mm are available to mount the camera flush with the screen a 40 100 0 As of Feb 2013 this part is still under market evaluation Color option is silver only Please ask for samples or adaptations alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 19 Setup IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual 4 4 4 Mobi2 Adapter This adapter has specifically been designed to fit jabbla s Mobi2 communication device It replaces the original Daessy adapter plate while maintaining it s functionality Mount Mobi2 Thickness add to screw length n a Camera Interface 2x 8mm Compatible Cameras Cam30NT Max Mounting Height n a Min Mounting Height n a 20 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Setup 4 4 5 Tellus4 7 Adapter
18. technologies is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by cables and con nectors other than those recommended by or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment Unauthorized changes or modifications 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 condi tions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interfer ence received including interference that may cause undesired operation alea technologies gmbh Potsdamer Str 18A 14513 Teltow Germany www alea technologies de 1 0 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Setup 4 Setup 4 1 IntelliGaze CAM30 Camera Unit The camera unit does not contain any adjustable or serviceable parts Do not open the housing Status LE USB2 cat alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 11 Setup 4 2 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual IntelliGaze CAM3ONT Camera Unit A The camera unit does not contain any adjustable or serviceable parts Please do not open the housing Lo 4 1 USB2 connector mini USB 2 Cable lock 3 Standard CAM30 NT mount D 8mm Max depth 35mm 4 Std Mount lock screws Please only tighten hand tigh
19. to provide monitor arms desktop mounts or customized solu tions on request alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 15 Setup IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual 4 3 3 Tools The assembly and service of the system may require several tools CAM30 Tool Part of Purpose Demo Unit Allan Hex Key 0 9 mm Yes CAM 30 re adjust lens calibration see p 85 Allan Hex Key 1 5 mm Yes CAM 30 fixate housing see p 24 Allan Hex Key 2mm Yes VESA Mount fixate aluminum rods see p 23 Metric Ruler or No Monitor Calibration Measuring Tape 50 cm Screwdriver div No Depending on Monitor amp Arm 1 6 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Setup 4 4 Camera Mounting Options alea technologies can provide several custom mounting adapters to cover the majority of arising mounting challenges While several adapters attach between VESA 75 100 mounts of the monitor and i e a desktop arm some integrate more closely with dedicated communication devices i e the Tellus 4 More recently some adapters have been adopted to carry the new CAM30NT model which maintains the general mounting scheme but requires slight horizontal adjustments due to the reduced camera depth Please find details below 4 4 1 Standard VESA Adapter No 1 This was the first adapter that alea technologies provided This adapter attaches to small com
20. up to date OK Cancel The license can be programmed on site without extra tools The Hardware Key will have to be transferred to alea technologies alea technologies will issue a new license key and re transfer it This license key needs to be programmed into the device an option that will be offered by IntelliGaze when the camera is connected and no license is found Alternatively the current license can be overwritten with the Update License command link on this page The Device parameter informs the user about which device is licensed i e on a Neos13 com puter with integrated camera the label will show CAM30NEOS 60 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual IntelliGaze Reference Software Version amp Online Update This entry shows the currently installed software version and can optionally provide information about available online updates Please refer to chapter 8 IntelliGaze Software Update for details 6 5 2 Calibration During the calibration the Intelligaze system calibrates the internal calculations to the individual parameters of a subject s eye A calibration requires the subject to fixate a number of targets on the screen Typically the system will automatically detect the correct fixation and interactively cycle through the point sequence The parameters for this process can be configured as described below After the calibration
21. 699 ms Perform Blink Test eo The blink test gives a recommendation for the minimum blink duration that should be used by IntelliGaze or a third party communication software to trigger clicks with eye blinks Hotkey Function Comment Escape Interrupts or ends the test 9 2 6 Calibration The calibration test allows the user to perform a calibration with the settings that where found in pre vious tests Decide for the number of points the calibration area and the eye that needs to be cali brated according the field of view test 80 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Gaze Assistant Calibration Number of calibration points Calibration area Automatic calibration Skip bad points during calibration Eye to be calibrated Perform Calibration The calibration will create the first user specific calibration Previous test will very often perform better after the first user specific calibration because the system now doesnt rely on a default calibration to measure the gaze anymore 9 2 7 Report The report gives a short summary of the test It s possible to export the result to an XPS document The results itself are stored automatically After quitting the Gaze Assistent and opening the same user again all results are in place Sm 1 Target Selection 2 Fixation Test 3 Field of View Test 4 Blink Test 5 Calibration 6 Report g ep Result
22. ABC layout with local text feedback Shown above is the integrated alea keyboard Buttons that are marked with a tiny triangle in the corner offer international variations of the letter when performing an immediate second fixation on the same button oe The preview on top of the keyboard shows the content of the cursor even if the text field is hidden by the on screen keyboard Its purpose is to provide quick feed back There are several layouts available The layouts can be switched during run time if they are activated in the IntelliGaze Preferences At least one layout must be selected Example layouts for the integrated keyboard Italian amp 123 Ctrl alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 47 IntelliGaze Reference IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Hebrew amp 123 Ctrl 6 3 3 Magnifier A click in a region with small crowded elements will automatically open the magnifier to allow for precise selections Interactive Magnifier The magnifier will always be opened in the middle of the screen It provides a live view of the desktop rather then a simple static snapshot and it can be shifted around by looking at or beyond the little arrows outside the central area The operation can be canceled by looking at the top right cross The automation will always try to snap the cursor into elements When there are overlapping elements and controls it can be advantageous to turn the automation
23. European laser safety standard EN60825 1 The standards contain test procedures to verify that the emitted light will cause no thermal injury to the eye of a person being exposed to the light The product is classified as a Class 1 LED product and complies with the standards for long time exposure Exposure varies with the chosen frame rate and working distance For comparison reason the user will be exposed to about 200uW cm at 40Hz tracking rate in the suggested operating distance of 600mm 3 2 Magnetic Field Hazard The CAM30 CAM30NT units contain magnets Magnetic fields may interfere with the function of cardiac pacemakers and implantable defibrillators As a general rule please maintain a minimum distance of 10 cm 4 inches between the frontal part of the device and any implanted electronic device 3 3 Epilepsia Photosensitive Seizure Warning A very small percentage of people may experience a seizure when exposed to certain visual images including flashing lights or patterns that may appear in video games Even people who have no history of seizures or epilepsy may have an undiagnosed condition that can cause these photosensitive epileptic seizures while using a gaze interaction device on a computer screen These seizures may have a variety of symptoms including lightheadedness altered vision eye or face twitching jerking or shaking of arms or legs disorientation confusion or momentary loss of aware ness Seizures m
24. IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual DocVersion 3 0 alea technologies alea technologies gmbh 2015 Copyright 2007 2015 alea technologies gmbh All rights reserved The Information in this document is subject to change without notice alea technologies reserves the right to revise this document and its contents periodically without obligation to notify any person or persons of such revisions This document contains proprietary information which is protected by copyright All rights are reserved No part of this document may be photocopied reproduced or translated to another language without the prior written consent of alea technologies The software described in this document is supplied under a license agreement and is protected by international copyright laws It may be copied for the purpose of backup and used it only as described in the license agreement Security Advice We would like to remind you that the contents of this operating manual do not constitute part of any previous or existing agreement commitment or legal relationship or an alteration thereof All obligations of alea technolo gies gmbh result from the respective contract of sale which also includes the complete and exclusively applica ble warranty regulations These contractual warranty regulations are neither extended nor limited by the infor mation contained in this operating manual Should you require further information on this device or en
25. IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Send Key Parameter Each key is represented by one or more characters To specify a single keyboard character use the character itself For example to represent the letter A pass in the string A to the method To represent more than one character append each additional character to the one preceding it To represent the letters A B and C specify the parameter as ABC Key Code BACKSPACE BACKSPACE BS or BKSP BREAK BREAK CAPS LOCK CAPSLOCK DEL or DELETE DELETE or DEL DOWN ARROW DOWN END END ENTER ENTER or ESC ESC HELP HELP HOME HOME INS or INSERT INSERT or INS LEFT ARROW LEFT NUM LOCK NUMLOCK PAGE DOWN PGDN PAGE UP PGUP RIGHT ARROW RIGHT SCROLL LOCK SCROLLLOCK TAB TAB UP ARROW UP F1 F16 F1 F16 Keypad add ADD Keypad subtract SUBTRACT Keypad multiply MULTIPLY Keypad divide DIVIDE To specify keys combined with any combination of the SHIFT CTRL and ALT keys precede the key code with one or more of the following codes Key Code SHIFT CTRL A ALT 58 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual IntelliGaze Reference To specify that any combination of SHIFT CTRL and ALT should be held down while several other keys are pressed enclose the code for those keys
26. USB2 extension cables make sure to use USB2 certified cables and be certain that the combined length does not exceed maximum length of 3m Use USB2 hubs only when required and carefully examine the system performance 24 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Setup 4 5 1 Hardware Integration Examples Asus EEE Slate EP121 Mobi2 12 PaceBlade Tablet PC on Wheelchair amp Desk Mount DAESSY parts alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 25 Setup IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual 15 Panel PC on Desk Mount 7 el 26 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Setup 4 6 Software 4 6 1 Platform Prerequisites IntelliGaze is designed to work on recent Microsoft Windows platforms The following operating sys tem and software package requirements must be fulfilled Windows 8 Windows 7 SP1 Windows Vista SP2 is no longer supported IntelliGaze 3 0 is the last Windows Vista compatible version Windows XP is no longer supported IntelliGaze 2 5 is the last Windows XP compatible version Net Framework 4 5 will be automatically installed by the IntelliGaze installer if the PC has inter net connection If the framework is not installed and the PC has no internet connection the Net Framework 4 5 can be installed from the IntelliGaze installation CD E Carefully consider that mo
27. USE Dis Enable Cursor Control Toggles Gaze lt gt Mouse Ctrl S Toggle Standard Mouse Cursor on off Ctrl F1 Show Operation Center Ctrl F11 Enter Preferences Ctrl D Starts desktop screen video recording The status monitor shows a record icon in the upper right corner Video is encrypted File location My Documents alea_technologies_gmb h IntelliGaze Ctrl L Load calibration profiles Ctrl K Save calibration profiles Ctrl H Show help for keyboard shortcuts alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 41 IntelliGaze Reference IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Service and Administration Hotkeys not for client use Hotkey Function Comment Ctrl Snap Image to file no feedback Image is encrypted File location My Documents alea_technologies_gmbh IntelliGaze Ctrl R Record Video The status monitor shows a record icon in the upper right corner Video is encrypted File location My Documents alea_technologies_gmbh IntelliGaze Ctrl F10 Show eye image in status Visual feedback for reflections on glasses monitor Needs to be enabled in Service Mode eo The mapping schema can be changed to a different mapping in the IntelliGaze Service Mode oe You can open a list with all available shortcuts from the IntelliGaze tray icon menu or press Ctrl H 6 3 Desktop Control With a full IntelliGaze license the user can efficiently control the Windows
28. ant does not require an a user specific gaze calibration 9 2 Usage 9 2 1 User Profile Selection Create a user profile for a user You can have several profiles per user if you want to switch between tests for different glasses in example amp The user profiles are shared with the IntelliGaze calibration profiles Each user calibration created with the gaze assistant is also available in IntelliGaze under Calibration Profile Load er ones Use the list below to select a userprofile se which is to be tested User profile ER Bin ER Lars 4 Test oltle DJ elute Add Creates a new user profile All settings and results are saved per user Delete Deletes the highlighted profile Run Tests Performs the test for the highlighted user 9 2 2 Target Selection In this step of the wizard you can define a gaze target for the user This target will be used later in the test as well as in the calibration 76 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Gaze Assistant r The target selection is a fundamental part of the set up process A target con trast image that can only be poorly seen by the user will result in a poor perfor mance When working with children it s recommended to use a picture to draw their attention to the gaze target 1 Target Selection 2 Fixation Test 3 Field of View Test 4 Blink Test 5 Calibration cg 6 Re
29. anual Eye Tracking Parameter Default Description Parameter Value Log Type Logfile Determines the output of the logger UDP logs text messages to 127 0 0 1 2351 LogFile location MyDocuments alea_technologies_gmbh IntelliGaze logfiles Eye Events Fixation 100ms The minimum fixation duration of the build in fixation detection Duration Min algorithm Fixation 60 px The maximum dispersion of the fixation of the build in fixation Dispersion detection algorithm Blink 200ms The minimum blink duration of the built in blink detection Duration Min algorithm 700 ms The maximum blink duration of the built in blink detection algorithm All blinks longer then this number are regarded as no data available amp The Speed Option Power Saving 1 offers unique power optimization to maximize the battery lifetime on tablet pcs It s recommended to use this mode when a tablet pc is operated in a mobile setup without mains power al IntelliGaze Configuration User Interface Cursor Key Shortcuts Touch Screen General Pause on Disable keyboard shortcuts Check for updates de in background mode Enable touch screen support Disable keyboard shortcuts when an application is running Keyboard mapping IntelliGaze default 1 3 sec touch duration Back 70 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual User Interface Parameter Parameter
30. are package consists of several modules 1 IntelliGaze Main Application 2 IntelliGaze Service Mode Modification of in depth parameters 3 Monitor Calibration Tool to calibrate the physical setup 4 Gaze Assistant Application to evaluate user and system performance IntelliGaze SR gt InteliGaze Service Haa Lapja A Eye Eventi Head Ceard Hiii F i wA SRE ve Er Ge mn a TS Hu Ve PRES Soe Be ie eae us am DE y Pe Coe not forend customeruse TT Frograeisisies wonnolgie I gt Monitor Calibration not for end customer use Les Lin 40 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual IntelliGaze Reference All IntelliGaze settings can be reset to installation state using the tool Reset IntelliGaze exe which is located in the installation folder of In telliGaze gl Reset IntelliGaze Select settings vou want to reset InteliGaze Settings Monitor Calibration C User Calibration Application Center Apps Application Profiles OK Cancel 6 2 System Hotkeys The hotkey assignment can be redefined see Service Mode therefore only the standard set can be listed Hotkey default Function Comment Ctrl F5 Start Calibration ESC will cancel SPACE Accept point during calibration will trigger the overwrite mode dur ing a binocular calibration PA
31. ault calibration which provides decent accuracy for most of the users Load calibration Save calibration Show last calibration result E Show an image as calibration Can be an animated gif to attract users Use Image Marker target attention Paus Define the number of calibration 9 points Clicking in status windows will toggle the view to a live video of the eyes This video is especially useful to analyze problematic situations when working with glasses contact lenses or other eye tracking relevant issues Calibration pox gt 4 Dwell 2 None Eyevideo view to analyze tracking problems You may want the make snapshots or a create 10 20secs video of the eyes and send the result to alea technologies to get assistance to understand possible problems and receive solutions alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 51 IntelliGaze Reference IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual 6 4 2 Options On this page users or caretakers may access options which are relevant at runtime General General Current Application Options Dwell Modifier Volume ro 10 Audio Feedback 2 Dwell 2 None Button Function Comment Dwell Modifier changes the speed of the dwell the basic speed is an application profile property the modifier is a temporal personal preference of the user Volume adopt the system volume Audio Feedback Enable the genera
32. ay also cause loss of consciousness or convulsions that can lead to injury from falling down or striking nearby objects Immediately stop while using a gaze interaction device on a computer screen and consult a doctor if you experience any of these symptoms Parents should watch for or ask their children about the above symptoms children and teenagers are more likely than adults to experience these seizures The risk of photosensitive epileptic seizures may be reduced by taking the following precautions Using a gaze interaction device on a computer screen only in a well lit room Do not use a gaze interaction device on a computer screen if you are drowsy or fatigued If you or any of your relatives have a history of seizures or epilepsy consult a doctor before playing 8 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Safety amp Compliance 3 4 CE Certificate Declaration of Conformity We alea technologies gmbh Potsdamer Str 18a 14513 Teltow Germany declare under our sole responsibility that the product IntelliGaze 1G 30 1G 30pro IG 30NT using the CAM30 or CAM30NT camera units to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following standards or other normative documents EN55022 2008 class B EMC emission EN55024 2003 EMC Immunity EN60950 Electrical Safety EN60825 1 Laser Safety following the provisions of Directive 89 336 EWG EMC and 73 23 EWG LVD
33. aze Installation amp Service Manual Trigger Actions A few applications react when you hover just the mouse cursor on elements Most applications react on mouse clicks touch or keyboard inputs In the trigger actions associate a trigger with an action A IntelliGaze Reference trigger in IntelliGaze is either the Dwell Blink Switch or Key entity eo An application can use several trigger actions In example a movieplayer can be configured to play forward backward change volume with 4 different trigger actions such as blinks in for corners of the screen Parameter Add Action Trigger Primary Action GUI Defined Action Parameter Function Comment raised when the trigger fires Trigger chooses which type of triggeris The trigger itself is chosen in the used to raise the action IntelliGaze Preferences Gaze Over will fire the trigger as soon as the user looks into the specified region Action determines which action is to be GUI Defined is only available for the Primary Trigger and means that the action is determined by the left side menu Action Parameter set the parameter for an action You may send an entire text by choosing the Send Key action Region chooses a region on the screen in which the trigger is active restricts the trigger to a certain region or entire screen alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 57 IntelliGaze Reference
34. bile computers tend to throttle the CPU in idle times and under battery power Un der these conditions the hardware might no longer meet the above minimum requirements It is highly recommended to turn most power saving functions off Power Options for Windows XP Windows 7 8 Power Options Properties 3 Power Options Power Schemes Advanced Hibemate UPS 4 System and Security Power Options v Search Control Panel P a Select the power scheme with the most appropriate settings for A this computer Note that changing the settings below will modify G the selected scheme Control Panel Home Choose or customize a power plan Power schemes Always On Require a password on wakeup A power plan is a collection of hardware and system settings like display brightness sleep etc that manages how your computer uses power Tell me more about what the power button power plans ed plans Settings for Always On power scheme Create a power plan Tum off monitor After 20 mins 2 Choose when to turn off the Balanced recommended Change plan settings rm display Automatically balances pg brmance with energy consumption on Tum off hard disks Never CE i Change when the computer m sleeps System standby Never B a _ Power saver Change plan settings Saves energy by reducing your computer s performance where possible See also ORERE Show additional plans v U
35. control of the Windows desktop poses a particular challenge to gaze interaction users Enlarging the elements of the graphical user interface can help to substantially improve the user experience when relying on pure mouse cursor emulation The desktop settings on Windows 8 can be adjusted as follows Control Panel Appearance and Personalization Display Screen Resolution Make text and other items larger or smaller m Display ans gt Control Panel Appearance and Personalization Display v Search Control Panel P Control Panel Home Change the size of all items Make text and other items on the desktop smaller and larger To temporarily enlarge just part of the screen use the Magnifier tool Calibrate color DPI Change display settings Adjust resolution Larger Adjust ClearType text Recommended size _ Let me choose one scaling level for all my displays Change only the text size Instead of changing the size of everything on the desktop change only the text size for a specific item Tooltips v 19 _ Bold Apply See also Personalization Devices and Printers Recommended Settings based on 12 15 1280x800 screen size Title Bars 16 Menus 12 Message Boxes 12 Palette Titles 14 Icons 12 ToolTips 12 or Grid2 supports only a DPI setting of 125 If you intent to use Grid2 make sure to not make the DPI settings larger than 125 alea tec
36. counter specific problems that are not discussed in sufficient detail in the operating manual please contact your special ized dealer or system installer The device may be connected operated and maintained only by appropriately qualified personnel The error free and safe operation of this device can only be ensured if it is properly transported stored sited and assembled and operated and maintained with due care Operating Environment Please observe the proper use of this product Failure to do so will render the warranty void Do not subject this product to direct sunlight moisture or shock The following environmental conditions are required OPC 45 C 32 F 113 F 20 C 60 C 4 F 140 F THE INTELLIGAZE SYSTEM IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE IN THE OPERATION OF NUCLEAR FACILITIES AIRCRAFT NAVIGA TION OR COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SYSTEMS LIFE SUPPORT MACHINES OR OTHER EQUIP MENT IN WHICH THE FAILURE OF THE INTELLIGAZE SYSTEM COULD LEAD TO DEATH PERSONAL INJURY OR SEVERE PHYSICAL OR ENVIRONMENTAL DAMAGE Ambient temperature Storage temperature Installation and Maintenance The installation testing maintenance and extension of and any necessary repairs to the system may be per formed only by authorized personnel Trademarks IntelliGaze and BlickFang are trademarks of alea technologies gmbh Windows Windows 95 98 2000 2003 Millennium ME XP Windows NT Windows Vista and Windo
37. d avoid putting AAC input functions in the prob lematic area 5 3 2 Monocular Operation When just one eye of the subject is visible you should select left or right eye calibration and check the option ignore the other eye completely When just one properly moving eye is available because the other eye is a glass eye or is visually impaired you should NOT check the option ignore the other eye completely Both eyes are used for tracking but only the good one is used for calibration In monocular operation mode the accuracy can be decreased Make sure that the cells of your commu nication software are large enough to cover this inaccuracy 32 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Using IntelliGaze 5 3 3 Calibration area Sometimes cognitive weak or visually impaired users can t look into all corners of the monitor When you experience a systematic calibration error in one of the corners you should shrink or move the cali bration area The accuracy outside the calibration will be decreased Make sure that buttons and cells are larger when you want to use that region for gaze interaction Some users can only look vertically or horizontally Choose the calibration area vertical or horizontal in this case Make sure the buttons and cells of acommunication package are placed vertically or horizontally 5 3 4 Cerebral Palsy Cerebral Palsy users often move the head very
38. drop operation 2 The Position Helper will be used for very precise select and drop operation E The Position Helper tool does not place the mouse cursor directly at the gaze location instead the position of the Windows cursor is moved according to the gaze position relative to a dead zone red circle A fixation inside the dead zone initiates the mouse click After the primary selection the dead zone shape changes to an octagon and the secondary selection can be completed as before oe All menu functions are disabled while a drag amp drop operation is in progress alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 43 IntelliGaze Reference IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Desktop Right Side Pause halts the gaze interaction can be restarted with a second activation on the pause button Enforce Magnifier will pop up the magnifier at the next activation on the screen Scroll will open a scroll selection pop up to choose between text scrolling and selection scrolling Configuration allows to configure options e When paused the menu will disappear after 30s to allow undisturbed media consumption or similar An other off screen fixation will bring the menu back Scroll Selection Two different scroll modes are available to choose between text scrolling operation and selection scrolling operation 1 Selection scrolling Used to select an item from a scrolling list of options Exit witha fixa
39. e profiles or create new ager profiles Profile Overview show an overview of the active profile alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 53 IntelliGaze Reference IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Profile Overview This dialog gives you a complete overview of all customizable gaze interaction parameters of the cur rent profile Default Profile Overview 1500 ms 300 ms Auto Magnifier Magnification Level Use Keyboard Keyboard Auto Activation Keyboard Type Cursor Behavior Decoupled Cursor Shape Shrinking Disk Cursor Color Red Left Side Menu Visible On Right Side Menu Visible On Maximize Window Off Primary Trigger Full GUI Defined eo A quick reminder for the most important profile options pops up evertime you switch an application in the upper right corner g 5 k pa a rv tj Skype Profile providing the primary trigger an OSK and the magnifier Profile Manager The profile manager lists all available profiles Each profile except the default profile can be enabled individually You may add a new profile or edit an existing one 54 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Profile Brick Breaker About Numbers Adobe Reader Angry Birds Archimedes Bejeweled CatchMe 2 0 Civilization V DX11 DF Valkyrie Fifa 14 Firefox Flashwords Fruit Ninja PE led IntelliGaze Reference IntelliGaze is in
40. ee corn 42 6 3 1 Side Menus 43 6 3 2 Integrated Keyboard 47 6 3 3 Magnifier 48 64 Operation Centers 49 6 4 1 Calibration 50 6 4 2 Options 52 6 5 IntelliGaze Preferences ss 59 6 5 1 General Options 59 6 5 2 Calibration 61 6 5 3 Input 63 6 5 4 Integrated Keyboard 65 6 5 5 Operation Center 65 6 5 6 Application Center 66 6 6 Service Mode nr 69 7 Adapting IntelliGaze to Different Applications 72 7 1 BliCKfahg CONCEPT 12 Z2 Windows Desktop SIN nanas 73 7 3 Application Center General Consideration6 sc0 74 8 IntelliGaze Software Update 75 8 1 Update from CD ssscsstsncssstatavarctarannstancnvanvesiavesvavsisesapandatatiotcdawnaavises s 82 M OISE nn ca arc 75 9 Gaze Assistant 76 OE GROG Tal TT 76 DA UE a eee eee ee no 76 9 2 1 User Profile Selection 76 9 2 2 Target Selection 76 9 2 3 Fixation Test 78 9 2 4 Field of View Test 79 9 2 5 Blink Test 80 9 2 6 Calibration 80 9 2 7 Report 81 10 Troubleshooting 82 VOT AACS 6e EE TAE AA 82 10 1 1 System is not tracking 82 10 1 2 Intelligaze cannot detect camera on start up 82 10 1 3 Measure the monitor before calibration error 83 10 1 4 Dwell click is never triggered 83 10 1 5 IntelliGaze crashed 83 TO2 HardWare e sseessessessesseesesssessessesseoseeseossesseosesseosceseesseseeosesseoseeseseses 84 10 2 1 Cleaning system components CAM3084 10 2 2 Cleaning system components CAM30NT 84 10 2 3 Check and adjust lens focus CAM30 85 10 24 Software 86 11 Note
41. er HE Operation Center 64 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual IntelliGaze Reference The input triggers will only affect clicks generated by IntelliGaze When using API applications such as Grid the click method must be configured there independently The actual dwell time is defined per application profile 6 5 4 Integrated Keyboard The IntelliGaze desktop control comes with an integrated keyboard The keyboard layout can be selected on this page Multiple layouts can be unlocked at the same time They are switched at run time by the user a Preferences Le General Integrated Keyboard Configure the integrated keyboard i Calibration integrated keyboard Layouts ABC Layout Spanish C Norwegian T Input English Arabic Swedish German C Hebrew French Dutch _ Italian Danish Integrated Keyboard Operation Center a Application Center 6 5 5 Operation Center The operation center can be configured to be support a specialized operation mode Refer to chapter 5 6 0peration Modes The IntelliGaze license determines which operation modes are available The call help options define which actions are performed if the user clicks the help button in the oper LS ation center N alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 65 IntelliGaze Reference IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Button Effect
42. fast Make sure that the center of movement is also the center of the working range at 60cm It is recommended to use a one point calibration and large but tons and cells in the communication software A simple and fast calibration with quick success reduces the stress for the user The 16 point calibration is designed for highest accuracy at the expense of a possibly lowered head movement range Do not use this calibration method when the user moves his or her head a lot 5 4 Monitor Calibration In order to ensure the highest gaze accuracy over the large working range the physical setup of the system needs to be calibrated when the system is being integrated Upon first start you have to select which camera is used B Monitor Calibration Choose your camera system rs Integrated Camera no configuration required Integrated cameras don t have to be measured Integrated cameras are using fixed pre configured values The monitor tool will quit when you select the integrated camera Neos13 is such a device with integrated cam era CAM30 and CAM30NT must be measured with the tool The measurements cover the physical proper ties of the monitor and the position of the camera unit relative to it alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 33 Using IntelliGaze IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual 1 amp Monitor Calibration Measure your camera system and monitor
43. g mode lt 2 5W avg Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Technical Specification Operating Environment Please observe the proper use of this product Failure to do so will render the warranty void Do not subject this product to direct sunlight moisture or shock The following environmental conditions are required Ambient temperature 0 C 45 C 32 F 113 F Storage temperature 20 C 60 C 4 F 140 F THE INTELLIGAZE SYSTEM IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE IN THE OPERATION OF NUCLEAR FACILITIES AIRCRAFT NAVIGATION OR COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SYSTEMS LIFE SUPPORT MACHINES OR OTHER EQUIPMENT IN WHICH THE FAILURE OF THE INTELLIGAZE SYSTEM COULD LEAD TO DEATH PERSONAL INJURY OR SEVERE PHYSICAL OR ENVIRONMENTAL DAMAGE alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 7 Safety amp Compliance IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual 3 Safety amp Compliance The IntelliGaze 1G 30 and IG3ONT systems have been certified for general office use as in the class of information and telecommunication devices The system will meet or exceed the required standard according to the CE certification below 3 1 Safety of the Infrared Illumination The IG 30 and IG 30NT camera system contains LED sources that emit light in the near infrared NIR spectrum The light emission levels have been measured and calculated to comply with the
44. he monitor invalidates the monitor calibration Solution Launch the tool MonitorCalibration and make sure that the physical screen dimensions and the moni tor resolution match your setup 10 1 4 Dwell click is never triggered Problem Although the subject is properly fixating on a point the dwell cursor never comes to an end and resets itself Analysis 1 Some USB devices like memory sticks or external hard disks allocate too many shared USB resources The CAM30 data transfer might be interrupted by these devices resulting in an irregular video transfer which finally disturbs the eye event detection Remove external memory sticks Solution 1 In general other USB devices like web cams speakers headsets are not a problem Please select hardware combinations carefully and if problems occur consider moving other devices to a different USB port Analysis 2 The data is too noisy for proper fixations to be detected or the detection parameters are miss config ured Solution 2 Software setting The fixation dispersion is set to a value which prevents proper fixation detection Increase this value 10 1 5 IntelliGaze crashed Definition The IntelliGaze software crashes Solution IntelliGaze has a build in crash recovery restarting the software after a crash to be able to control the pc However to understand what the reasons of the crash are and to find a solution for that it s helpful to inspect the crash log files They can be fo
45. he operation center options offer access to more parameters than the Assisted Access operation cen ter options The user or caretaker can close an application open a task manager calibrate call help pause the system or access a wide variety number of options to configure profiles cursor shape and behavior volume and many more Operation Center 2 Dwell 2 None 5 6 3 Full Access The Full Access offers the most flexibility for user which want to use any desktop application The user interface offers control panels to interact with Windows 8 apps as well as standard desktop applica tions such as Word Firefox Skype Adobe Reader and many games Applications are launched directly from the Windows start menu or desktop IntelliGaze profiles will automatically adopt eye tracker parameters to the active application I i whl ji Il on amp 123 Ctrl The operation center offers the same versatile options as the operation center in the safe mode 38 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Using IntelliGaze 5 7 General Use gt see Quickstart Guide amp PDF version of the Quickstart Guide is included in the setup CD and it is in stalled with IntelliGaze alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 39 IntelliGaze Reference IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual 6 IntelliGaze Reference 6 1 Overview The IntelliGaze softw
46. heck proper installation and connection of the camera Whenever the camera s USB cable is connected to a properly installed PC the camera will show up among the USB devices in the control panel File Action View Help gt 6844 DVD CD ROM drives gy Human Interface Devices IDE ATA ATAPI controllers 49 IEEE 1394 Bus host controllers Keyboards gt Mice and other pointing devices Monitors E Network adapters Y Ports COM amp LPT B Processors SCSI and RAID controllers Sound video and game controllers ge Storage volumes System devices Universal Serial Bus contr aea technologies 16 30 camera r RETT ndard Et 0 USB Host Controller rd OpenHCD USB Host Controller Standard OpenHCD USB Host Controller Standard OpenHCD USB Host Controller Standard OpenHCD USB Host Controller Standard OpenHCD USB Host Controller USB Composite Device USB Mass Storage Device Standa USB Root Hub 82 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Troubleshooting If the camera is not shown as above run the tool reinstall driver which is located in the IntelliGaze folder driver 10 1 3 Measure the monitor before calibration error Definition The system requires a proper monitor calibration before it can calibrate a subject Changing the moni tor resolution or the camera position with respect to t
47. hnologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 73 Adapting IntelliGaze to Different Applications IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual 7 3 Application Center General Considerations The purpose of the Application Center is to provide an easy central home page where 3rd party applications can be easily started and stopped Some options include Switch between two applications without starting them from the Windows desktop Start online resources directly by starting a web browser with additional parameters The applications grouped in the application center can be standard desktop applications modern Ul store apps or API applications such as Grid2 If there is a profiles for the application it will be automatically applied when the application is launched from the application center 74 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual IntelliGaze Software Update 8 IntelliGaze Software Update You can check the version of IntelliGaze under Options General LI LE Preferences re General General Choose a language and view license Calibration oe Choose application language English ne HE Input License EEN Integrated Keyboard Date Issued 26 11 2013 Type Unlimited eo Operation Center End date Features Desktop 2 0 All Regions A Application Center es Hardware Key uD6r7icoAWybyRh HszkfLw Device Cam0NT Update License Version 4 0 5526 Software
48. ifferent license packages Depending on the license IntelliGaze offers different types of access Starter Communication Full Assisted Access X X X API Access i e Grid2 X X Safe Access X Full Access X The license is handled by the camera system hardware Please refer to the chapter Licensing on page 59 for more information 4 6 5 Service Mode Options After the software installation you need to set some parameters to make sure that IntelliGaze operates at it s best performance on your hardware platform Open the service mode from the program start menu In Windows 8 you access the apps list by swiping the start menu up For a complete reference of the Service Mode Options refer to the chapter Service Mode Apps Eye Gesture Editor B Dia Gaze Assistant A Dia Manual CHM IntelliGaze G Dia Manual PDF Eazfuscator NET Assistant lt IntelliGaze Service FAQ Eazfuscator NET Code Snippets Monitor Catibration Uninstall Eazfuscator NET Documentation Release Notes DOSBox 0 74 G Foxit Reader Configure Alparysoft Lossless Vi DOSBox 0 74 noconsole DOSBox 0 74 Manual FreeMind Ashampoo MyAutoplay Menu DOSBox 0 74 Options On tablet pcs you should always choose the speed Power Saving 1 On computers where battery life time doesn t matter or where you need a higher tracking speed you should choose 40Hz The seconds page of the Service Mode allows you to enable touch screen support
49. ill flash only about once a second The status windows showing a green or yellow head symbol when the head is within the working range Ctrl F5 start a calibration if the monitor is not calibrated you will get a message that the calibration can t be started 4 Ifthe system is calibrated you should see the cursor following your gaze 30 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Using IntelliGaze 5 Using IntelliGaze 5 1 Principle of operation The IntelliGaze system allows the user to control specialized e g AAC applications as well as many standard Windows applications through eye movements A camera and illumination system mounted underneath the monitor receives images of the users face under invisible near infrared illumination A background PC program ana LON lyzes the images in real time and extracts face and eye locations High resolution image processing algorithms calculate the gaze angle of the user By calculating the intersection point of these gaze vectors with the monitor the system can determine the gaze location on the screen Heuristics and configurable filtering are applied to synchronize the mouse cursor with the cal culated gaze location Mouse clicks can be triggered by either dwelling on a certain region or blinking The user may also use external switches or buttons to trigger the click A new user needs to be calibrated to the system before the
50. in parentheses For example to specify to hold down SHIFT while E and C are pressed use EC To specify to hold down SHIFT while E is pressed followed by C without SHIFT use EC 6 5 IntelliGaze Preferences The preferences menu can be used with a keyboard a mouse or with touch It can be accessed via the IntelliGaze tray icon or by pressing Ctrl F11 Alternatively it can be accessed from the operation center The gaze control will be turned off while editing menu entries e General General Options Version and License Status e Calibration Calibration parameters e Input Trigger to do clicks and other actions e Integrated Keyboard alea integrated keyboard e Operation Center Appearance of the operation center e Application Center Options for the AC home page 6 5 1 General Options Language The user interface language of IntelliGaze can be adapted by choosing an entry from the list A restart of IntelliGaze will finalize the change Licensing The IntelliGaze licensing scheme is handled by the CAM30 CAM30NT camera module s hardware The license key is stored in the camera module This allows the user to install and run the software on sev eral computers Wherever the camera will be connected the licensed functionality will be available eo The IntelliGaze software will only start properly if the camera has been connected The actual licensing is done during the production process according to the custo
51. intelligaze exe with a command line parameter service i e RUN intelligaze exe service a IntelliGaze Configuration Eye Tracking Hardware Logger Eye Events Data Source Log Level Fixation Duration Min Camera nf Warni ng kal 100 ms Speed Fixation Dispersion Power Saving 1 60 px _ Enable CPU Idle States Blink Duration Min Standby Time 300 al ms 15 sec bad Blink Duration Max Eye Display 700 ms Next O F D DI ovate Hardware DataSource Camera Choose whether you want to operate the system in mouse simulation mode or in standard camera mode Speed 40Hz Recommendation 50Hz for real time applications like games CAM30 only 30Hz for computers at the lower end of the hardware recommendation Power Saving 1 for the Tablet PCs to optimize battery lifetime Standby Time 15s The device will power down to an energy saving mode when there is no head in the working range for the given amount of time Eye Display On When turned on you can activate an eye display in IntelliGaze The eye display might help to solve problems that occur when dealing with glasses Log Log Level Warning Chooses the debug level of the application When set to verbose the system will write all internals into the logger when set to error only error message will be logged alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 69 IntelliGaze Reference IntelliGaze Installation amp Service M
52. is up to date 8 1 Update from CD If you intend to update to the newer version from a CD just run the setup exe of the newer version The installer will replace the outdated files automatically Please read the release notes of the new version to find out whether an update is advisable 8 2 Online Update IntelliGaze from v 1 2 onward additionally provides an online update function Software version below 4 will not be updated to version 4 with the online update Manually update versions below 4 IntelliGaze Options General Show details will open the update dialog and provide you with the Release Notes of the new version This link is only available when a new update is available Please read the Release Notes of the new version to find out whether an update is advisable Clicking Download and install will then execute the update automatically The execution of the online update does require Windows administrator rights oe The check for online updates can be suppressed in the Intelligaze Service Mode alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 75 Gaze Assistant IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual 9 Gaze Assistant 9 1 General The Gaze Assistant is wizard like tool to measure and protocol the gaze interaction capabilities of a user It also helps the caretaker to set up the system It splits up the setup process into small well defined steps that help to identify problems early The Gaze Assist
53. liGaze Error Camera System Error A timeout occured when waiting on camera images Either the USB cable was unplugged or the PC is busy v Troubleshooting Quit IntelliGaze ne The Troubleshooting Button will open an online help if the pc is connected to the internet e Errors will cause the eyetracker stop working while Warning will very often just degrade the performance of the eyettracking alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 35 Using IntelliGaze IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual 5 5 1 Hardware Error Codes CAM3ONT only CAM3ONT has an advanced system health monitor The error codes indicate non critical or critical errors that require attention Hardware Error Code Description Action 1 Temperature too high Power off device make sure it s not exposed to direct sun or a heating restart device after it cooled down 2 USB cable too long The USB cable is too long to Use a shorter USB cable or use the auxiliary USB connector provide enough power to the to provide more power to the device device 3 LED Voltage too low PC doesn t provide enough power over the USB try using the auxiliary USB connector 4 LED open IR LEDs are broken contact alea support 5 I2C error Internal electronics failure contact alea support or It is acceptable if the performance indicators pop up from time to time especially if you launch other appli cations or if you run applications that
54. lls at each point until data from both eyes is available This ensures the maximum data quality sacrificing tolerance to unstable data Some users can not be cali brated because there will be points where at least one eye is not visible or unstable Pressing the space bar overwrites that calibration point The system now relieves the strict data accep tance and calibrates the point with whatever data is available at this point oe The calibration overwrite routine can also be used for user with problematic glasses Pressing the space bar will force the system to accept data which would be rejected under normal calibration Calibration Profiles A calibration can be saved for later usage This is especially useful when working with several users on a system and the calibration is difficult to achieve Using Load and Save Calibration you can very easily switch between calibrations Beside the individual calibration data the profile contains all settings of the calibration procedure Use the IntelliGaze Operation Center to access this function Button Function Load calibration profile Save Calibration profile The calibration profiles are shared with the Gaze Assistant tool where several management functions are provided 6 5 3 Input Clicks and other IntelliGaze actions can be triggered with dwell blink switches or keys There are dif ferent channels for triggers which can be used simultaneously The primary
55. logies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Setup Very slim monitors in particular Tablet PCs may benefit from the use of a custom spacer that will allow more space between the VESA adapter and the front of the device Monitor Arm M4 Screws VESA Mount VESA Spacer Monitor top Once the adapter has been mounted on the back of the monitor and the monitor has been attached to a monitor arm or desktop mount the aluminum rods can be inserted and roughly adjusted Please make sure that the monitor is mounted stably and attach the CAM 30 unit underneath by inserting the rods into the appropriated mounting holes in the back of the device The camera should be adjusted so that it is centered and parallel to the front of the monitor as close to the bottom of the screen as possible A Thumb Screw or Screws for 2mm Allan Hex Please use limited force when tightening alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 23 Setup IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual After adjusting the vertical distance the horizontal position must be set The camera can be firmly locked in place by tightening the hidden screws B B Hidden Lock Screws use 1 5mm Allan Hex key The hardware installation is completed by connecting the USB cable to a USB2 port on the PC and connecting the provided power supply or When using
56. measurement tolerances and the physiology of the eye A gaze cursor that is directly coupled to the measured gaze will distract the user and create additional errors because the eye tends to follow moving and jittering target rather than staying focused on the real content of the screen IntelliGaze uses a technology to snap the gaze cursor into elements This works not just for controls in IntelliGaze but also in some selected Third party applications Additionally the Blickfang technology is employed by Desktop 2 0 to use the snap in function on any arbitrary Windows application that supports the so called Ul automation The so called decoupled cur sor is required to apply the snap in behaviour of the cursor Blickfang greatly enhances the user experience and it is recommended to make use of it wherever pos sible Gaze Cursor floating between elements Cursor with Blickfang centered on elements using Desktop 2 0 De PE C fl amp Mozilla Firefox Microsoft Microsoft Excel Mozilla Firefox Microsoft Microsoft Excel Word 2010 2010 n Word 2010 2010 Application Blickfang Activation IntelliGaze always on Desktop 2 always on decouple mouse cursor behavior Grid2 integrated in Grid2 no Intelligaze Blickfang is used 72 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Adapting IntelliGaze to Different Applications 7 2 Windows Desktop Settings The
57. mer order Typically this will be a non time limited AAC Standard license The license might also restrict the use to particular client software or only grant access to particular features The status of the system license can be checked under Options General alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 59 IntelliGaze Reference IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual De otio Full Allows desktop control using the Desktop 2 automation Api only Only communication packages such as Grid2 or Mind Express can be used Assisted operation center is available as well Starter Assisted operation center is available only Professional Device is licensed for professional applications that access raw data just like head speed binocular gaze and eyeball position Region A Device supports only North American languages English French Spanish If you are running the system on a temporal license a warning will be issued a few days before it will terminate a General Calibration 4 Input Hs Integrated Keyboard D fi Operation Center Application Center Preferences General Choose a language and view license Language Choose application language English w License Date Issued 26 11 2013 Type Unlimited End date Features Desktop 2 0 All Regions Hardware Key en uD r7ioAWybyRh HszkfLw Device Cam30NT Update License Version 4 0 5526 Software is
58. n exe Arguments Icon booo f OK Cancel App Center Values Description Parameter Option defaults Name n a When creating a new application you can choose a name for the application This name will also be shown on the button in the AC This box is grayed when an existing application is edited This name must be used as an Intelligaze exe command line parameter when you want to autostart this application together with IntelliGaze Path n a The full path to the program executable Arguments n a Program arguments for starting the application oe If you want to launch a browser application enter your favorite browser in the path edit box and the URL to the browser application in the arguments edit box Icon n a Pick an icon which will be displayed on the button in the application center If left empty IntelliGaze tries to extract an icon from the executable 68 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual IntelliGaze Reference 6 6 Service Mode The Service Mode allows the adjustment of internal system parameters by the experienced system integrator It can be invoked by starting IntelliGaze Service from the Program Menu The Service Mode is not meant to be used by the end user oe SERVICE Mode The program link should be deleted before delivery It can easily be recreated the Service Mode is internally linked to starting
59. neral rule the user should be centered in front of the screen in a normal working position whenever possible If the system will be mounted above a bed or the users head has been stabilized in a slightly tilted position please adjust the monitor accordingly as pictured below 5 3 Special Cases IntelliGaze is designed to work out of the box for the majority of users without adjusting any parame ter Some parameters allow users to adopt the system to special cases The following overview explains which parameters should be used in which situation 5 3 1 Glasses Most glasses do not interfere with the system but bifocals and multifocals can be problematic If calibrating a subject wearing glasses continuously gives you an inaccurate calibration you should first try to change the camera position and repeat the calibration Very often some disturbance reflec tion on the glasses will disappear if you change the system geometry The eye video window will help you to find good positions for the camera Ctrl F10 toggles the head status window into an eye video if this option is activated in the IntelliGaze service mode In rare cases the accuracy will be decreased when using IntelliGaze with glasses You should increase the cell size of your communication software in this case Sometimes when working with glasses a limited area of the screen cannot be calibrated and used Try to change the calibration area center bottom full an
60. ntelliGaze Reference IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual WindowStore Apps Right Side Pause halts the gaze interaction can be restarted with a second activation on the pause button Enforce Magnifier will pop up the magnifier at the next activation on the screen System Gestures will open a system gesture menu that allows the user to perform a windows system gesture just like close charms or switch app Configuration allows to configure options Windows System Gestures System Gestures are special Windows operations to switch between apps close an app show the charms menu or application options Close Close the app Charms Menu will open the Windows charms menu Application Options opens the options menu of the application Task Manager shows the windows task manager to switch between apps 4 6 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual IntelliGaze Reference Activate next app switches to the next app in the list 6 3 2 Integrated Keyboard A click inside an edit box or a text field will automatically pop up a keyboard Depending on the pre selection of the setup menu one out of three keyboards will be activated Use either the integrated alea keyboard for easy typing the Windows OSK which supports several languages and provides word prediction or an optional third party keyboard which can be customized Integrated keyboard
61. off to prevent false selections This can be done with the lower left button oe As constantly finding interactive GUI elements is a performance demanding task slower PCs might fail to ac complish the calculations in real time The magnifier will then always pop up when the search for elements does not finish in time A red frame on the magnifier indicates that the magnifier popped up because of lack of processing power on the PC 48 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual IntelliGaze Reference 6 4 Operation Center The operation center is the central location where the user and the caretaker control the eye tracking options The camera monitor orientation is done with the status window of the first page being open In cases where tracking is hard to stabilize or environmental conditions are very challenging the eye display mode can be enabled by clicking in the status window After the camera is alined the gaze is being calibrated Calibration profiles can be loaded and saved on the calibration options page E The operation center can be opened in three different ways Touch the display look above the screen use the right side menu to directly enter the application options sub page of the operation center amp The operation center offers just a subset of options in the Assisted Access EE When opening the operation center with touch no gaze input is available in the ope
62. ort Description A low value lt 100 px indicates that the user did react to the left or right stimulus Average fixation OUTPUT ms How long was the user able to fixate the targets This value a also an early indicator how long the maximum dwell time should be Perform Fixation Test Starts the test Good clear reaction on both spots Bad arbitrary reaction on the left spot T i A 5 A gt z Enter Starts the test Escape Interrupts the test 78 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Gaze Assistant eo If the Fixation Test fails its recommended to go back to the target selection page choose a different target and repeat the fixation test to check if this helps the user to react to the target better 9 2 4 Field of View Test The Field of View Tests evaluates if the users is able to react to the gaze target on every critical position of the screen The test confirms that the users reacts to the target on several screen positions and there are no eye tracking problems in that position The test is binocular therefore it s possible to identify the problems per eye The test will move the gaze target across several lines on the screen The user is supposed to follow the dot while the system measures the eye movements during that process 1 Target Selection 2 Fixation Test 3 Field of View Test 4 Blink Te
63. port Target Pick display colors for background B and marker E E use image as marker E shake E slow Colors Blue Red Defines the color the background and the target during Bgnd the following tests The contrast should be high Target Use image as off Use an image instead of a point as gaze target marker Shake off Shakes the target whenever it s moved to a new position to draw the users attention Slow Off Moves the target much slower to help users with a weak cognition to follow the target alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 II Gaze Assistant 9 2 3 Fixation Test IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual The fixation test evaluates the previous target selection if the user is capable and or willing to look at the target This tests confirms that there is some kind of reaction of the users to the target It can reveal brain neglects as well as visual impairments The test will switch the gaze target between two spots on the monitor and repeat this three times It will measure if the eyes meaningfully resp pp Gaze Assistant 1 Target Selection 2 Fixation Test Fixation Test Precision left target 6 pxl Precision right target 4 pxl Average Fixation duration 2049 ms Perform Fixation Test Fixation Test Parameter Precision OUTPUT Left Right ond to this stimulus change 3 Field of View Test 4 Blink Test 5 Calibration 6 Rep
64. puters and TFT screens which provide a 75 100mm VESA mounting option The mounting height can be adjusted in a very large range Mount VESA 75 100 Thickness add to screw length 12mm Camera Interface 2x 8mm Compatible Cameras Cam30 Cam30NT Maximum Mounting Height 156mm 144mm Minimum Mounting Height Mounting Height distance between lower VESA Screw and center of 8mm rod Shorter aluminum rods in particular for 12 Tablet computers can be provided on request lt 220 a Ai A D he y pV 256 1441 1566 7 y t y EE alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 17 Setup IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual 4 4 2 EZCom VESA Adapter No 2 This is a fixed adapter specially designed for the ATS EZCom device The adapter also fits alea technolo gies IG Com 12 panel computer Mount VESA 75 Thickness add to screw length 4mm Camera Interface 2x 8mm Compatible Cameras Cam30 Cam30NT Mounting Height 116mm Mounting Height distance between lower VESA Screw and center of 8mm rod Extended dowel pins are available to mount the slimmer camera more forward 18 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Setup 4 4 3 Sliding VESA Adapter No 3 With the release of the new camera model
65. ration center Operation Center Options Options Calibration P Operation Center Structure alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 49 IntelliGaze Reference IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Function Comment open windows start menu Will exit the operation center only available in full access mode return to the application center Will exit the operation center only available in safe access mode open task manager allows the user to quickly switch between active applications close active application closes the application in the foreground pause gaze interaction open options dwell time profile options sleep function auditory feedback call help will activate a sound to call for assistance open calibration menu The call help can be very loud if the preference maximize volume is selected 6 4 1 Calibration The calibration page of the assisted access offers some calibration preferences which be changed directly from the operation center Calibration Calibration Use Image Marker fa I3 4 Dwell 2 None Full Access Safe Access N S e Dwell 2 None Assisted Access 50 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual IntelliGaze Reference Button Function Comment Start calibration Load default calibration Ifa user can t be calibrated you can load a def
66. s 87 4 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Introduction 1 Introduction This manual targets system integrators and support personnel who require in depth knowledge regarding the IntelliGaze software and hardware It is meant to accompany an on site training session It covers system specifications and general hardware setup aspects as well as software installation instructions The software reference documents all settings of the Intelligaze software and provides the default installation values for reference 3rd party software integration is explained and several cases are documented with their recom mended parameters Typical troubleshooting cases are mentioned in the last part of this manual Please feel very welcome to contact alea technologies with any request or suggestion that has not been covered in this manual For programming references regarding the IntelliGaze API please refer to the ntelliGaze API Documentation which is available for registered developers alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 5 Technical Specification IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual 2 Technical Specification 2 1 Tracking System 1G 30 Tracking technology Hybrid infrared video eye amp head tracking Binocular amp monocular tracking Working Volume centered at 600 mm distance 300 x 200 x 200 mm WxHxD
67. ser Accounts 4 6 2 IntelliGaze Software Installation The latest version of IntelliGaze can be downloaded here www alea technologies de Support Login Please use your customer login which will be provided on request Download Restricted Download A Do not connect the camera to the PC before IntelliGaze is installed eo You will need administrator rights to install IntelliGaze however the operation does not require them alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 2 Setup IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Launch the setup exe from the installation package There is just one installer for all sup ported languages On the installation CD the setup exe is located in the IntelliGaze folder If the CD autostart is activated in your windows installation will start automatically when the CD is inserted 2 Accept the license agreement 3 By default the camera driver is automatically installed After installation there is now a desktop icon and shortcuts in the program menu eo You can launch setup exe with the quiet parameter to install it without user interaction This can be used to integrate this installer into other setup packages 4 6 3 Camera Driver The driver will be automatically installed with the IntelliGaze software After the installation of IntelliGaze you may connect the camera to a USB 2 0 port of your PC Found New Hardware Wizard
68. sions as the connectors will negatively influence the achievable maxi mum length Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Setup 4 3 2 Monitor Technical Requirements Screen size TFT monitors 12 to 19 wide screen Mounting VESA75 or VESA100 compatibility for IG 30 30NT VESA adapters In general most monitors that comply with the requirements above should work with the IG 30 or IG 30NT system One issue to consider when selecting a monitor is the width of the bottom screen border see sketch below A large border which forces the camera unit further away from the active screen region might prevent accurate tracking on the upper parts of the screen For the above reason screens with speakers integrated at the bottom should be avoided small Some VESA mounts might require a custom spacer or special screws to integrate safely with the stan dard VESA adapter provided with the IG 30 or IG 30NT system In most cases it is highly recommended to use a monitor arm such as the Ergotron LX see image to mount the monitor and camera units as flexibly as possible Nevertheless several particularly height adjustable desk mounts allow integration without the use of a mon itor arm When in doubt feel free to ask for our list of recommended moni tors or inquire about a particular model before making a purchase alea technologies will also be pleased
69. sor Color chooses the color of the gaze cursor the color should have a high contrast to the application in which it is used Cursor Behavior Fast used for gaming where the cursor needs to be moved in real time Simple Mouse the cursor movement is smoothed Smart Desktop 2 the cursor position can be displaced It is not shown at the often inaccurate gaze position The cursor will snap in to GUI elements using the Blickfang technology Additionally an automatic magnifier and automatic keyboard is used Snap In Distance determines the maximum size of GUI elements in which the Smart Desktop2 will snap in Keyboard Use Keyboard enabled or disables the usage of an integrated OSK Keyboard Auto Activation if enabled the keyboard will pop up automatically when you look at editable elements on the screen Keyboard Type chooses the OSK which Magnifier Auto Magnifier if enabled the magnifier will pop up automatically when you look in between several small GUI elements Magnification Level chooses a magnification level Appearance Left Side Menu choose if the left side menu is available Right Side Menu choose if the right side menu is available Maximize App Window tries to maximize the window of the application Status Window determines the behavior of the status window Trigger Actions list of all Trigger Actions see explanation below which are available in this application 56 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliG
70. ssesesseseeseseesessesessssessosessosessesess 17 44 1 Standard VESA Adapter No 1 17 4 4 2 EZCom VESA Adapter No 2 18 44 3 Sliding VESA Adapter No 3 19 44 4 Mobi2 by jabbla Adapter 20 44 5 Tellus4 by jabbla Adapter 21 4 5 Hardware Assembly Std VESA Adapter 22 45 1 Hardware Integration Examples 25 SE CE n a e iras eae 27 4 6 1 Platform Prerequisites 27 4 6 2 IntelliGaze Software Installation 27 4 6 3 Camera Driver 28 4 6 4 Licensing 29 4 6 5 Service Mode Options 29 4 7 Monitor CA Ol att ida a te 30 4 8 System VANIOATIONES ne ne dons 30 5 Using IntelliGaze 5 1 5 2 5 3 5 4 5 5 5 6 i alea technologies gmbh 2015 Principle of OD rATON dns ous 31 MOTION ennemies ennemi 31 DCE a due onu 32 5 3 1 Glasses 32 5 3 2 Monocular Operation 32 5 3 3 Calibration area 33 5 3 4 Cerebral Palsy 33 Monitor Calibration sesessesesessesesesessssesesessesesessssesesesseseseseeseseses 33 Tracking Status INOICAIO ES nn museum 35 5 5 1 Hardware Error Codes CAM30NT only 36 Operation Modes 36 5 6 1 Assisted Access 36 5 6 2 Safe Access 37 5 6 3 Full Access 38 General Use gt see Quickstart Guide ss 39 Version 3 0 11 31 Introduction IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual 6 IntelliGaze Reference 40 6 1 ON a auakanenetnerens 40 6 2 System HOtke yS ccccssssssssssssssssssssesscececsssessssesssssssesecscecessesssenees 41 63 Desktop COTTON ne
71. st 5 Calibration 6 Report Field of View Test Perform Field of View Test Cancel As a result you will get a visual representation of the scan path per eye OV Te Paramete py otic Red line Left eye Scan path of the left eye Green line Right eye Scan path of the right eye Black line Combined eyes Scan path of the intelligent gaze combination of left and right eye eo The lines don t have to be very accurate The test is supposed to reveal a meaningful reaction to the moving gaze target A meaningful reaction is a straight line no matter where the line is P Good binocular AAEE rea Bad tracking problems or no reaction on the upper and lower path alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 79 Gaze Assistant IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual otke 0 Enter Starts the test at the chosen position Escape Interrupts or ends the test 1 6 Select a position to start a scan Very often it s enough to just test the outer lines 1 3 4 6 9 2 5 Blink Test The blink test measures the user s blink behavior During the test the user is supposed to look at the target and perform a couple of blinks he would use to trigger actions with the eyes The system will measure the average blink duration 1 Target Selection 2 Fixation Test 3 Field of View Test 4 Blink Test 5 Calibration 6 Report Blink Test Average blink duration time
72. stallation amp Service Manual Troubleshooting 10 2 3 Check and adjust lens focus CAM30 Locking Screws Lens marker with focus above and iris below calibration mark How to identify and fix a possibly miss adjusted camera lens The camera lens has been calibrated and screw locked during production Two small scratches mark the calibration position If uncertain whether or not the lens has been miss adjusted check for the position of the scratch marks If the lens rings have been moved open the appropriated locking screw slightly move the ring so that the marks are properly aligned again and lock the screw carefully requires 0 9mm allen hex key After the procedure the system should be tracking again in the specified working range If further problems occur please contact alea technologies alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 85 Troubleshooting IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual 10 2 4 Software intentionally left blank 86 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Notes 11 Notes alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 87
73. stalled with a wide selection of application profiles In case you are going to deploy an application which benefits from an individual profile you can customize a newly created profile here You may also adopt existing profiles to personalize the behavior and look amp feel of the gaze interac tion You may share newly created profiles with alea technologies Future releases of IntelliGaze will deploy new profiles to further enhance the user experience when working with arbitrary applications Dwell Blink Dwell Duration 1500 ms Blink Duration 300 ms Magnifier The profile options are grouped in six categories alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 Appearance Trigger Action 55 IntelliGaze Reference IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual oe Each parameter can be configured or set to default If set to default The setting of the default profile will be used instead It s recommended to leave most parameters on default unless an application benefits from an individual parameter oe If you change a parameter in the default profile all profiles using default parameters will use the changed pa rameter as well Category Parameter Comment Dwell Blink Dwell Duration set the dwell time which is used in this profile Blink Duration set the blink duration which is used in this profile Cursor Cursor Shape determines the shape of the gaze cursor Cur
74. system e g in games Nevertheless the system should be validated carefully in such cases You will have to repeat this measurement whenever the camera changes its position with respect to the monitor The values are saved in a xml settings file which is located in the folder 34 Current User Local Settings Application Data alea_technologies_gmbh IntelliGaze planes settings Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Using IntelliGaze 5 5 Tracking Status Indicator The Tracking Status Indicator supports the proper positioning of the system and subject and provides feedback about the eye tracking status during operation of the system It displays the 3D location of the head in the tracking volume position amp size as well as the status of the head tracking operation green yellow red The status of the eye tracking is displayed independently for each eye The Tracking Status Indicator is always be shown at the top of the monitor It will pop up the display when problems occur and hide it again when the tracking continues successfully For a continuous visualization of the Tracking Status Indicator the operator should open the Operation Center Some non critical and critical error conditions are shown at the bottom of the Tracking Status Indica tor Clicking on the error or warning button will open an info dialog providing more details about the error or warning Intel
75. t 5 Optional auxiliary power supply connector mini USB Only required with very long main USB cable adds to P 1 Do only use manufacturer supplied power supplies 6 System status LED see below 7 Aux camera mounting threads M3 max length 8mm 8 Internal camera status LED see below 9 Camera label warranty seal System Status LED 6 12 green IntelliGaze is running and camera functional yellow IntelliGaze is running but camera functions are constricted red Camera stopped working because of a critical error Device requires service contact your distributor IntelliGaze Tracking Status Indicator of IntelliGaze will give more details about the error Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Internal Camera Status LED 8 orange Camera driver is properly installed off Camera driver is not loaded check the Windows device manager and reinstall driver or plug camera into a different USB port Setup 1 Front plate IR transmissive acrylic glass use only soft cloth i e microfiber and avoid harsh cleaners 2 IR glass lens Please keep the lens clean Dirt may be removed with glass cleaner or better isopropanol The use of a cotton swab is recommended alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 13 Setup IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual
76. t gives you an overview of how many application are AC controlled An application can be started by looking at the application button on the AC The buttons are displayed from left to right in the order of the application list Example application list Name Application Center Configuration Look To Learn C Program Files Sensory Software Look to Learn LookToLearn exe App C Program Files x86 Sensory Software The Grid 2 The Grid 2 exe Angry Birds C Program Files x36 alea technologies EyeGames Angry Birds 2011 AngryBird Edit Remove Close alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 67 IntelliGaze Reference IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Parameter Values Description Option defaults Add n a Opens a dialog to create a new AC controlled application Edit n a Opens a dialog to edit the application that is selected in the application list Autostart n a Defines the selected application as autostart Once started IntelliGaze will launch this application directly Remove n a Removes the highlighted application from the application list Add Edit Application This dialog allows you to configure application arguments which are applied when the application is launched from the AC Configure Application a Application options Name Look To Learn Path C Program Files Sensory Software Look to Learn LookToLear
77. tion inside the scroll area 1 2 gt 2 Text reading scrolling Used for reading long texts with automatic scrolling and minimal obstruction Exit with fixation on upper right exit icon WindowStore Apps Left Side The off screen App Gestures menu can be accessed on the left side of the screen Tap and Select Gestures Drag and Drop Gestures Pan and Scroll Gestures Zoom and Rotate Gestures 44 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual IntelliGaze Reference Tap and Select Gestures Options Four different Tap and Select Options are available 1 Single tap 2 Double tap 3 Right mouse click 1 2 3 a 4 Select tap Drag and Drop Gestures Options Two different drag and drop options are available to allow the user either fast and coarse or very precise drag amp drop selection operations 1 Hold finger down and move it with the eyes 2 The Position Helper will be used gt for very precise select and drop operation Pan and Scroll Gestures Options Two different Pan and Scroll Gestures are available to allow the user either use a reading scroll mode or a mode where you can pan in any direction 1 Pan in any direction 2 Reading scrolling Zoom and Rotate Gestures Options Zoom and Rotate are multi touch gestures 1 Switch to the zoom mode 2 Switch to the rotate mode alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 45 I
78. tion of click noises Turn off monitor darkens the monitor when the The monitor is made bright by looking user wants to rest into the camera for a while Show IntelliGaze opens the IntelliGaze will turn off gaze interaction The Preferences Preferences preferences are for the caretaker Quit IntelliGaze quits IntelliGaze will stop all gaze interaction 52 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual IntelliGaze Reference Current Application lt General Current Application O ptions Application soffice Profile Default Edit Default Profile Auto Magnifier su Keyboard e Dwell e None Button Function Comment Application displays the name ofthe This unique name is used to automatically currently active application find a profile for the application Profile displays which profile is If no specialized profile is found the currently used for the default profile is used application in the foreground Add to Application adds the current active The application center is available in Safe Center application to the application Access only center with single click MA determines if the magnifier is Auto Magnifier opened automatically for this application CHI chooses a keyboard for the The default keyboard is the alea keyboard current application with the preferences choosen in the Ctrl F11 dialog Open Profile Man edit th
79. trigger can be dwell blink switch or key The secondary trigger can be blink switch or key The action will be triggered is deter mined by an application profile Some external switches generate physical key presses rather than Windows joystick button click events Choose key as trigger input and define which key is to be used To check if your hardware can be used as switch Windows USB joystick run the following windows program setup USB game controllers You device should appear in the list if it supports Windows USB joystick Windows USB joysticks are access as switches in the IntelliGaze Input options alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 63 IntelliGaze Reference IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual y Game Controllers 4 These settings help you configure the game controllers installed on your Computer Installed game controllers AnyCom JoyCable 2 Make sure that a key trigger does not interfere with the application It s recommended to use the function key F13 F24 if the hard ware supports it S Primary switches always act as direct click devices Holding down the button on the switch will generate a mouse down event at the gaze location allowing the user to perform a drag and drop action Le Preferences x tt General Input Choose a trigger for gaze selection dwell blink switch Calibration Primary Dwell w Input Integrated Keyboard Application Cent
80. und colors close to the future operation scenario in order to avoid gaze calcula tion artifacts through large pupil dilation changes l e calibrate on dark background when the operation envi ronment will be dark Use image marker Y N Instead of the animated dot a picture can be used as calibration target which can be particularly useful when calibrating children A dialog will allow the selection of a JPG BMP or PNG image The size shall not exceed 256x256 px color of the pixel 1 1 will be treated as transparent image color Position calibration Bottom Very large screens or visually impaired subjects might require on area Center Full calibration only a part of the screen Horizontal ee Vertical In most cases the 1 point calibration on full screen will yield similar results to a reduced calibration are Horizontal and Vertical options are only available with 5 point calibration Choose which eyeto Both Right Selects which eyes will be used for the calibration calibrate Left Ignore r l eye n a When only one eye is selected for calibration the option to completely completely ignore the other eye comes up The second eye should only be completely ignored if it s permanently invisible i e an eye patch is being used 62 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual IntelliGaze Reference Overwrite Calibration When calibrating both eyes the systems sta
81. und in the folder users documents alea_technologies_gmbh IntelliGaze crashreports alea technologies gmbh 2015 Version 3 0 83 Troubleshooting IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual 10 2 Hardware 10 2 1 Cleaning system components CAM30 Housing A Do not use any harsh solvent We recommend that you use a cleaner specifically designed for electronic equipment to clean the case This should be used in conjunction with a soft lint free cloth Any cleaning solution should be applied to the cloth Under no circumstances should you spray the cleaner directly onto the machine Excess cleaner may find its way into sensitive areas of the machine and can cause severe damage Lens A Do not use water in any combination with soap or alcohol A Do not use any harsh solvent If the lens cover is being used for transport and storage there should be no need to clean the lens In the unfortunate case of dirt reaching the frontal lens the lens can be cleaned very carefully Use lens cleaner and cleaning tissues that are certified for optical instruments or glasses 10 2 2 Cleaning system components CAM3ONT Front plate IR transmissive acrylic glass Please use only soft cloth i e microfiber and avoid harsh cleaners IR Filter Small Mirror Dirt may be removed with glass cleaner or better isopropanol The use of a cotton swab is recommended 84 Version 3 0 alea technologies gmbh 2015 IntelliGaze In
82. ws 7 are trade marks of Microsoft Corporation Other products trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners Printing History 2013 09 19 Doc Version Print Date Latest Software Version Latest Hardware Version 1 1 CAM30 14 2010 04 1 2 CAM30 1 5 2010 07 1 2 CAM30 1 6 2010 10 1 5 CAM30 1 7 2011 10 2 0 CAM30 1 8 2012 03 2 1 CAM30 1 9 1 95 2013 02 25 CAM30 CAM30NT 2 0 2013 05 3 0 CAM30 CAM30NT 2 1 2013 09 3 0 CAM30 CAM30NT 3 0 2015 03 4 0 CAM30 CAM30NT Contact alea technologies gmbh Potsdamer Str 18A 14513 Teltow Germany fon 49 0 3328 3380 290 fax 49 0 3328 3380 299 www alea technologies de info alea technologies de IntelliGaze Installation amp Service Manual Table of Contents 1 Introduction 2 Technical Specification 2 1 Tracking System 1G 30 rennes 6 2 2 Tracking System IG SONT nes 6 3 Safety amp Compliance 3 1 Safety of the Infrared Illumination 8 3 2 Magnetic Field Hazard 8 3 3 Epilepsia Photosensitive Seizure Warning 8 24 CE Cera are aa EE A 9 3 5 pO E EEE enn AA EEA E E N AE an 10 4 Setup 4 1 IntelliGaze CAM30 Camera Unit ss 11 4 2 IntelliGaze CAM30NT Camera Unit 12 4 3 HW Requirements s sessessssessssessesessesessesesseseoseseosesessesessesesososses 14 4 3 1 PC Platform 14 4 3 2 Monitor 15 43 3 Tools 16 44 Camera Mounting OptiOnS ssese

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