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Shimmer 3 User Manual

Shimmer 3
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Copyright © Shimmer 2017
Realtime Technologies Ltd Shimmer User Manual
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Shimmer User Manual
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Table of Contents

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Shimmer 3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Accelerometer Range±2g, ±4g, ±8g, ±16g
Resolution16-bit
Wireless ConnectivityBluetooth
SensorsAccelerometer, Gyroscope, Magnetometer, ECG, EMG, GSR
Operating Temperature-20°C to 60°C
PowerRechargeable Li-Po battery
Gyroscope Range±250°/s, ±500°/s, ±1000°/s, ±2000°/s
Magnetometer Range±1.3 Gauss, ±1.9 Gauss, ±2.5 Gauss, ±4.0 Gauss
Storage Temperature-20°C to 60°C
Charging Time2 hours

Summary

Legal Notices and Disclaimers

Informed Consent Statement

Agency Compliance

FCC

Details about the FCC compliance and marking requirements for the Shimmer device.

Welcome Message

1. Introduction

2. Quickstart

2.1. Powering On/Off the Shimmer

Instructions for turning the Shimmer device on and off using the slide switch.

2.2. LogAndStream LED Indication

Explanation of LED indicators on the Shimmer3 for LogAndStream firmware status.

2.3. Charging the Shimmer

Guide on how to charge the Shimmer unit using the Shimmer Dock.

2.4. Pairing a Shimmer

Procedure for establishing a Bluetooth connection by pairing the Shimmer with a host device.

2.4.1. Bluetooth Pairing in Windows

Step-by-step guide for pairing a Shimmer with a Windows operating system.

2.4.2. Bluetooth Pairing in Linux

Instructions for pairing a Shimmer device with a Linux operating system.

2.5. Setting up a Shimmer Data Stream

Guide to configuring and establishing a data stream from the Shimmer.

2.5.1. Setting up a Shimmer Data Stream on Linux

Steps for setting up a Shimmer data stream using ShimmerCapture on Linux.

2.5.2. Setting up a Shimmer Data Stream on Windows

Procedure for setting up a Shimmer data stream using ConsensysPRO on Windows.

3. Shimmer3 Platform Overview

3.1. Components

Overview of the key hardware components and capabilities of the Shimmer3 platform.

3.2. Shimmer Dock

Description of the Shimmer Dock's functions: charging, microSD access, and programming.

3.2.1. USB Serial Converter Driver Installation

Instructions for downloading and installing necessary USB serial converter drivers for the Dock.

3.2.2. Placing a Shimmer in the Dock

How to properly insert the Shimmer unit into the Shimmer Dock for connection.

3.2.3. Charging the Shimmer

Details on the Shimmer charging process via the Dock, including LED indicators.

3.2.4. microSD Card Access

Information on accessing the Shimmer's microSD card through the Dock.

3.2.5. Programming a Shimmer

Steps for programming firmware onto a Shimmer unit using a Dock or Base.

3.3. Consensys Base

Overview of the Consensys Base hardware for multi-sensor management.

3.4. Other Accessories and Shimmer Platform Components

Details on different Shimmer sensing units and their specific user guides.

3.5. Maintenance

Guidelines for maintaining the Shimmer device, including cleaning and inspection.

4. Software

4.1. Software Applications

Introduction to Shimmer's software applications for data capture and management.

4.1.2. Software for Streaming Data over Bluetooth

Overview of software for streaming Shimmer data over Bluetooth, like Consensys.

ShimmerCapture for Android

Details on the ShimmerCapture application for Android devices.

Multi Shimmer Sync for Android

Information on the Multi Shimmer Sync application for Android.

4.1.3. Software for Calibrating sensors

Procedure for calibrating Shimmer sensors using dedicated applications.

4.2. Software Development

Introduction to Shimmer's software development tools and APIs for custom applications.

5. Firmware

5.1. Firmware Solutions

Overview of available Shimmer firmware solutions for various functionalities.

5.1.2. SDLog

Details on the SDLog firmware for logging data to the Shimmer's onboard SD card.

5.1.3. Other sample solutions

Description of simple Shimmer firmware applications like Blink and Sleep.

5.2. Programming a Shimmer

Methods for programming firmware onto a Shimmer device.

5.2.1. Programming in Windows using Consensys

Step-by-step guide to programming Shimmer firmware using Consensys on Windows.

5.2.2. Programming under Linux

Prerequisites and steps for programming Shimmer firmware on a Linux system.

6. Hardware

6.1. Shimmer Hardware Overview

An overview of the Shimmer3 hardware architecture and its core components.

6.2. Hardware Sub-System Detail

Functional descriptions of Shimmer's communication, storage, and power subsystems.

6.2.2. MicroSD Card Storage

Information about the microSD card socket and its functionality on the Shimmer3.

6.2.3. Power

Details on the Shimmer unit's power system, including battery and power states.

7. Troubleshoot

Shimmer Won't Connect over Bluetooth

Troubleshooting steps for resolving Bluetooth connection issues with the Shimmer device.

PC cannot access SD card via Dock

Steps to resolve issues with accessing the Shimmer's SD card through the dock.

8. References

9. Appendices

9.1. Appendix A - Mainboard detail for Debug and Testing

Detailed information on the Shimmer3 mainboard components for debugging and testing.

9.1.2. Connector Pin Assignments

Pin assignments for the external expansion connector on the Shimmer3 mainboard.

9.1.3. CPU Pin Assignment

Pin connections for the CPU on the Shimmer3 mainboard for developer use.

9.1.4. Shimmer Clock Drift

Information on clock drift variations between Shimmer devices and its implications.

9.2. Appendix B - Legacy Support

Information regarding compatibility issues with legacy Shimmer hardware.

9.3. Appendix C – Opening or assembling the Shimmer3 enclosure

Instructions for opening and reassembling the Shimmer3 device enclosure.

9.3.2. Assembling the enclosure

Step-by-step guide for correctly assembling the Shimmer3 device enclosure.

Glossary