FLAIM Extinguisher HTC Vive Focus 3 User Manual

FLAIM Extinguisher HTC Vive Focus 3

Welcome to the FLAIM community!
Proper skills and early response to a fire save lives! FLAIM Extinguisher immerses trainees in virtual reality, delivering a realistic simulation of a range of fire events to efficiently train first responders

What’s in the box

Please see below images of the individual parts that come in your FLAIM Extinguisher box/case (Figures 1 and 2) with an explanation of what they do.

• Figure 1: FLAIM Extinguisher System box (case) ****
• Figure 2: Inside the FLAIM Extinguisher box (case)

Description/Picture

1. VR headset : HTC Vive Focus 3
2. Extinguisher controller tracking system
3. Power cable for Head Mounted Display
4. HDM receiver
5. Charge plug (country-specific) for charging HTC Vive Focus 3
6. Country-specific power cable and power adaptor for HDMI receiver power supply (configuration may vary in different countries)
7. HDMI extension cable

Quick Start Guide

• How to set up, run and get the best training experience from your FLAIM Extinguisher training system.
• Before you start, make sure you have adequate working space. Some scenarios require the trainee to walk closer to the fire to extinguish it. FLAIM recommends 4m x 4m (13ft x 13ft) minimum open clear floor area space!

Training instructor viewing system

• The training instructor viewing system (Figure 3) receives the signal transmitted by the FLAIM Extinguisher VR headset.
• It allows the training instructor and others in the room to experience a live view of what the person being trained can see in the virtual training environment.
• The training instructor viewing system consists of an HDMI receiver that connects to a television/projector (not supplied) via a supplied HDMI cable.
• Figure 3: Instructor Viewing System Connection

Step 1

1. Plug the micro USB lead into the USB port on your television and projector.
2. When powered, the receiver power light will glow blue (see Figure 4).
   Figure 4: Ensure the HDMI receiver is powered (Blue light) – top right
   The USB Power supply delivers power to the HDMI receiver. Some TVs/Monitors/ Projectors cannot supply enough power from their in-built USB port. If there is no light it is likely that your system cannot supply enough power from its in-built USB port. If this occurs, please use the included power supply connected to a power outlet. Retry with the power supply connected you should now see a blue light on the power receiver (see Figure 4)

Step 2

1. Select the source – television or projector You will now see the Ready to Connect screen Figure 5) on your television or projector. If the system is inactive for five minutes or longer a screensaver will activate (Figure 6).

• Figure 5: HDMI Receiver ready to connect to Screen
• Figure 6: HDMI Receiver screensaver mode
• Step 3: VR headset set-up

1. Remove the VR headset – Vive Focus 3 Head Mounted Display -from the case.
2. To power on the VR headset, hold down the power button for a few seconds (on the back right side of the headset nearby the power indicator).
3. Put on the VR headset by putting it over your eyes first, and then sliding it over the back of your head. Ensure it is fitted firmly. To tighten the fit for the user, the VR headset can be adjusted at the back via the adjustment knob and on top of the head using the strap.
4. The VR headset is ON when you see the Vive Focus 3 logo.

• Step 4 Powering on the Extinguisher controller tracking system.
• Short press the HOME buttons (Figure 7 and Figure 8) to wake up the two controllers.
• Figure 7: Tracker home button
• Figure 8: Controller home button

Set-up troubleshooting

Screen Recentering
Short press the power button to make the headset sleep. A second short press wakes the headset, recenters the screen, and resets floor height.
Shutdown
Hold down the power button on the VR headset for 5 seconds.
Volume
To adjust the volume, use the controls on the bottom left-hand side of the VR headset.
Charging the VR Headset
Plug the supplied charger cable into the charger port on the head strap and the USB end into the supplied wall plug.

• Additional information can be found at: vive.com/au/support/focus3/

How to Use FLAIM Extinguisher

Getting started
Once the system is turned on the initial Extinguisher lobby screen will appear within 1 minute

Streaming to Monitor/|V/Projector

1. To stream to the television or projector select the video connection button at top of the screen. A pop-up appears instructing you to remove the right controller from the extinguishers.
2. Remove the right controller from the extinguisher and select ‘Done
3. Select the FLAIM device by clicking on its name (eg. FlaimXXX) and wait until the message below shows ‘Connected
4. You should see Connecting you noW on your television or projector. Magic is about to happen. It may take 10-20 seconds to connect.
5. FLAIM Extinguisher will now be streaming to the television or projector. It will show the VR headset view.
6. Note: t will only stream while the headset is placed on your head, The television or projector screen will be black when the headset is removed.
7. Short press the ‘Home’ button on the controller to close the overlay.
8. Reconnect the controller to the extinguisher and select ‘Done.

Figure 9: Video Connection Button

Streaming to Wifi

1. To connect to Wifi select the Wifi button at top of the screen. A pop-up appears instructing you to remove the right controller from the extinguisher.
2. Remove the right controller from the extinguisher and select ‘Done.
3. Select Wifi on the resulting overlay to open Wifi settings
4. Select desired Wifi network, enter the password, and wait until the message below shows ‘Connected.
5. Select the X’ button to close the overlay.
6. Select the X button to close the overlay.
7. Reconnect the controller to the extinguisher and select ‘Done.

• Figure 10: Wifi Connection Button

Selecting and Running a Scenario
When FLAIM Extinguisher is launched you will be taken to this screen.

1.  Select CATEGORIES
2. Select your preferred category
3. The chosen category will be expanded With its selection of learning scenarios
4. Select your preferred scenario
5. You will now see a circle at your feet (Figure 13)
6. Step into the center, with the same orientation as shown
7. After a brief loading time, you will be in the virtual scenario

• Figure 11: Category and Scenario menu
• Figure 12: Business Category expanded to show Scenarios
• Figure 13: Feet circle screen
• When selecting in and out of scenarios, you will need to return to your origin point.
• This origin point can be reset by holding a controllers menu button for 1 second

Training types

• The FLAIM Extinguisher system has three different training types – Extinguisher Training, Experience, and PVStop.
• Type 1: Extinguisher Training teaches users how to use an extinguisher – giving three choices of extinguisher type. For example The Warehouse Pallet scenario.
• Type 2: Experience is for observation learning. The user will not have any extinguisher choices. For example The Aircraft Engine scenario.
• Type 3: PVStop teaches users how to use PVStop to negate the electricity output of solar panels.
• Extinguishers Tab

Select the Extinguishers Tab (Figure 15) to learn about the various types of extinguishers and their role in fire suppression. Virtual extinguishers will appear in front of the user. Aim the controller laser at one, it will highlight the information about its role in fire suppression.

• Figure 14: Extinguishers in Training scenarios
• Figure 15 Extinguishers Tab (next to the Scenarios Tab)
• ExtinguiIsher training
• If you are in an Extinguisher Training scenario (Type 1 scenarios) – extinguishers will be located nearby (Figure 14).
• To run this training type, follow the steps below:
• Select an extinguisher, it will then appear in the user’s hand.
• Squeeze the extinguisher handle to use the extinguisher.
• The scenario will end when the user runs out of suppressants or the fire is extinguished.
• You will then have the option to return to the lobby or restart.

Technique lab

• The Technique Tab (Figure 18) walks users through the extinguisher PASS technique. le:
• Pull the pin, Aim at the base of the fire, Squeeze the handle and Sweep from left to right.
• To see the next step – switch pages using the right arrow.
• Settings Button
• The Settings button is found at the top right of the screen (next to the video connection button). t opens the settings menu.
• Figure 16 Settings menu
• The settings menu contains an Info button that displays the current software version.
• Figure 17: Information screen
• Figure 18: PASS Technique – Pin
• Figure 19: PASS Technique – Aim
• Figure 20: PASS Technique Squeeze
• Figure 21: PASS Technique -Sweep

Safety

• The safe use of the FLAIM Extinguisher IS paramount. I he following safety guidelines should be followed to ensure that trainees and support statt are protected at all times.
• Safety Advice
• FLAIM Extinguisher is only to be used to train emergency services personnel and first responders for the workforce, customer and community engagement
• FLAIM Extinguisher MUST NOT be used for operational or actual firefighting or LVE FIRE training Do not use in wet conditions or expose to direct water. Do not use with firefighting liquids or agent streams including gas, carbonaceous or other fuels.
• Battery Charging
• FLAIM Extinguisher has a battery within the headset that must be charged and maintained for optimal usage. It is critical that the headset is checked for damage before and after use and before and after charging. If the headset shows signs of damage, then please contact FLAIM Systems for advice.

Use conditions

• The FLAIM Extinguisher training system should be used inside or away from direct sunlight. Direct sunlight can damage the displays inside the VR headset and will void the warranty of the system.
• Please contact FLAIM Systems for advice if you have inadvertently exposed your headset to direct sunlight.

Maintenance

• Please read the supplied HTC Vive Focus 3 manual for care and maintenance tips.

Further Support

• Thank you for choosing our FLAIM EXtinguisher product to use as a part of your training program.
• For further support, please contact your local distributor or in-country agent during business hours or email [email protected]
• This product has been designed, developed, or manufactured under a management system certified by Bureau Veritas against 1sO 9001:2015.
• flaimsystems.com
• [email protected]
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