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WELCOME TO THE NOVINT FALCON
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Grip Base
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Novint™, Novint Falcon™, Feelin’ It™ , Feelin’ It™ Sports Pack, N VeNT™, Newton’s
Monkey Business™, and the Novint logo are trademarks of Novint Technologies, Inc.
©2007 Novint Technologies. All Rights Reserved.
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Novint Falcon Introduction ................................................................... 4
Health & Safety Information .................................................................. 5
Note to Parents ..................................................................................... 8
Setting up the Falcon ............................................................................ 8
Installing the Falcon Driver .................................................................. 10
Create a Restore Point for Third-Party Software Installation ................. 10
Installing the Novint Games ................................................................. 11
Complete the Falcon Setup .................................................................. 12
Game Control Overview ....................................................................... 13
Removing and Attaching the Falcon Grip ............................................. 14
Ergonomics of the Novint Falcon ......................................................... 15
System Requirements for Falcon Bundle .............................................. 17
Third-Party Licenses ........................................................................... 18
FCC Notice .......................................................................................... 19
Warranty and Service Information ........................................................ 20
Troubleshooting .................................................................................. 21
Contact Information ............................................................................ 27
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Our sense of touch connects us to the world around us and is an integral part of
how we experience things, both physically and emotionally. In the past, games
have incorporated increasingly sophisticated graphics and sound design, but
none have added realistic touch, until now.
The award-winning Novint Falcon makes virtual items and experiences feel
real. Feel powerful touch feedback, textures, weight, and shapes when you play
our Novint enabled PC games. Hold the Falcon’s interchangeable Grip and feel
a character’s actions instead of controlling a game through mouse-clicks and
button-presses. Feel the weight of a basketball as you shoot it towards a hoop
-- the momentum and impact as you swing a virtual golf club and strike a ball
-- the recoil of a weapon – or the physical characteristics of virtual objects and
environments.
In the same way the introduction of sound changed motion pictures, or graphics
made the Internet what it is today, Novint’s technology transforms the user
experience by adding realistic interactive 3D touch to computing. While the
concept of interactive touch in computing is as
unimaginable to most people as the idea of television was in the age of radio, we
envision a not-too-distant future when it is as commonplace and ubiquitous as a
mobile phone or a computer mouse.
Novint is pioneering a new category of 3D touch products and we hope you enjoy
your experience with the Novint Falcon by Novint Technologies, Inc. Thank you
for taking this leap forward with us.
NOVINT FALCON INTRODUCTION
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Important Safety Information - Read the following warnings before setup
or use of the Novint Falcon. If this product will be used by young children,
this manual should be read and explained to them by an adult. Failing to
do so may cause injury.
HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING—Seizures
Some people (about 1 in 4000) may have seizures or blackouts triggered by light ashes
or patterns, and this may occur while they are watching TV or playing PC games, even
if they have never had a seizure before.
Anyone who has had a seizure, loss of awareness, or other symptom linked to an
epileptic condition should consult a doctor before playing a PC game.
Parents should watch their children play PC games. Stop playing and consult a doctor if
you or your child has any of the following symptoms:
Convulsions Eye or muscle twitching Altered vision
Loss of awareness Involuntary movements Disorientation
To reduce the likelihood of a seizure when playing PC games:
1. Sit or stand as far from the screen as possible.
2. Do not play if you are tired or need sleep.
3. Play in a well-lit room.
4. Take a 10-15 minute break every hour.
WARNING—Repetitive Motion Injuries & Eyestrain
Playing PC games can make your muscles, joints, skin or eyes hurt. Follow these
instructions to avoid problems such as tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, skin or
irritation or eyestrain:
Avoid excessive play. Parents should monitor their children for appropriate play.
Take a 10-15 minute break every hour, even if you don’t think you need it.
If your hands, wrists, arms or eyes become tired or sore while playing or if you feel
symptoms such as tingling, numbness, burning or stiness, stop and rest for several
hours before playing again.
If you continue to have any of the above symptoms or other discomfort during or after
play, stop playing and see a doctor.
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WARNING—Motion Sickness
Playing PC games can cause motion sickness in some players. If you or your child feels dizzy
or nauseous when playing PC games, stop playing and rest. Do not drive or engage in other
demanding activity until you feel better.
WARNING—Software for use only with Novint Falcon and approved accessories
and interface devices
The software is for use only with the Novint FalconTM interface device, and accessories and other
interface devices that have been approved by Novint. Use of the software with any other accessory
or interface device may result in injury to the user or others, or damage to the interface device
or other property. Use of the software with an interface device or accessory that has not been
approved by Novint voids all warranties.
WARNING—Device for use only with Novint-approved software and accessories
The Falcon is for use only with software and accessories that have been approved by Novint. Use
of the Falcon with any other software or accessories may result in injury to the user or others, or
damage to the Falcon or other property. Use of the Falcon with software or accessories that have
not been approved by Novint voids all warranties.
WARNING—Electric Shock Warning
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Do not use the Falcon during a lightning storm. There may be a risk of electric shock
from lightning.
Use only the power supply that comes with your system.
Do not use the power supply if it has damaged, split or broken cords or wires.
Make sure that the power supply cord is fully inserted into the wall outlet or extension cord.
Always carefully disconnect all plugs by pulling on the plug and not on the cord.
WARNING—Radio Frequency Interference
The Falcon can emit radio waves that can aect the operation of nearby electronics, including
cardiac pacemakers. Do not operate the Falcon within 9 inches of a pacemaker. If you have a
pacemaker or other implanted medical devices, do not use the Falcon without rst consulting your
doctor or the manufacturer of your medical device.
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Do not use any type of power supply other than the one provided with your system. The
power supply may become warm during use; this is normal and is no cause for concern.
Do not disassemble or try to repair the Falcon, accessories or components. Doing so voids
your warranty.
Do not store the Falcon in a humid place, on the oor or in any location where it may collect
dirt, dust, lint, etc.
Do not drop, hit or otherwise abuse the Falcon, components or accessories.
Do not leave the Falcon plugged in for extended periods when not in use.
When disconnecting any plugs from the Falcon, carefully pull by the plug itself rather than
by the cord. Do not step on, sharply pull or bend any wire or cables.
Do not expose the Falcon, components or accessories to extreme heat or cold.
Do not spill liquids on the Falcon, components or accessories. To clean, use a soft, slightly
damp cloth. Allow the component to dry completely before using again. Use water only.
USAGE PRECAUTION
Some displays can be damaged by the display of a stationary image, because the image may be
permanently “burned” into the screen. Playing computer and PC games with stationary images or
patterns, or leaving computer and PC games on hold or pause, may lead to this type of damage.
When taking a break, place the game on pause and turn the display o until you are ready to
play again.
DISPLAY BURN-IN WARNING
Do not touch the bottom unprinted surface of any discs. Always grip the disc by the edges.
Do not use cracked, deformed or repaired discs.
Do not bend or put excessive pressure on discs when loading into a drive.
Do not leave discs in direct sunlight or expose to high temperatures, high humidity or dust,
dirt or other contaminants.
Store discs in their cases to prevent them from getting scratched, dirty or damaged.
Do not write on or place stickers on any part of the disc.
If a disc becomes dirty or contaminated with ngerprints, the system may not be able to
read the game data correctly. If necessary, clean the disc with a soft, slightly damp cotton
cloth (use water only). Clean the disc from center towards the edges.
DISC USAGE PRECAUTIONS
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WARNING—Force Feedback
The Falcon is capable of applying force to users and objects within the Falcon’s range of
motion. Before supplying power to the Falcon, be sure that there are no obstructions within the
range of motion of the Falcon. Always interact with the Falcon so that you can accommodate
forces and motion, even unexpected forces and motion, safely. Do not keep any part of your
body other than your hand near the Falcon’s movement space.
NOTE TO PARENTS
Before allowing any child to use the Falcon, a parent or other responsible adult should
determine whether the Falcon is appropriate for the child. Only children who are old enough
and capable of properly using the Falcon should use the Falcon. You should also consider
whether children should be supervised while playing games, connecting to the Internet, or
downloading games.
Be sure to explain all safety and health information, and operating instructions, to any children
prior to their use of the Falcon. Failure to do so may result in injuries to the child or others,
and damage to the Falcon or other property.
(1) Open the top of the Falcon Styrofoam box. The top is marked with an
indented arrow in the Styrofoam which indicates that it is right-side up.
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(2) Verify the Box Contents:
Novint Falcon
2 Falcon Grips
Power Supply
USB Cable
Novint Game DVD
Driver Installation CD
Novint Falcon User Manual
Novint Games Manual
(3) Remove the Falcon from the box by its body, making sure you support the
base. Never move or pick up the
Falcon by its arms.
(4) Attach one of the Falcon Grips by lining up the U-shaped rod on the Grip to
the U-shaped hole on the Grip base. Push the Grip forward into the Grip base
until it snaps into place. (To remove the Grip, please refer to p. 13.)
Follow instructions for installing the Falcon Driver and the Novint Games.
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INSTALLING THE FALCON DRIVER
(1) Insert the Falcon Installer Disc CD into your CD or DVD-ROM drive. This should
automatically start up the install wizard.
*XP USERS: If CD does not run automatically, select Start->Run, type D:\setup.
Falcon.exe (where D: is the letter of your CD-ROM drive) and click on OK.
*VISTA USERS: If CD does not run automatically, select Start->All Programs
->Accessories->Run, type D:\setup.Falcon.exe (where D: is the letter of your
CD-ROM drive) and click on OK.
(2) At the Falcon Welcome screen, click on Next>
(3) Read the License Agreement and click on “I agree to the terms of this license
agreement” and click on Next>
(4) Enter your User Information, click on Next>
(5) At the Installation Folder screen, keep the default location and click on Next>
(6) In the Ready to Install screen, click on Next>
(7) Click on Finish when the Installation Successful screen appears.
(8) When the next screen comes up, you can choose to reboot your PC now or later.
Review the instructions below to create a restore point before installing 3rd
party software.
Review the system requirements on page 16 before installing the Novint Games.
CREATING A RESTORE POINT
FOR THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE
INSTALLATION
We recommend that prior to installing any third-party software, you create a restore
point to which you can return should you encounter any diculties.
(1) Click on Start->Programs->Accessories->System Tools->System Restore
(2) Select “Create a restore point” and then click on Next>
(3) You will be prompted to supply a name for this setup.
If you encounter any diculties during the installation process, you can follow the
same path as above to restore
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