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Thalmic Labs Myo User Manual

Thalmic Labs Myo
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PAGE 01MYO GESTURE CONTROL ARMBAND - LESSON ONE
Lesson One:
Getting Started with
WHAT DOES THE MYO (MY-OH) ARMBAND DO?
The Myo armband reads the muscle activity in your forearm
and gives you touch-free control of technology with hand
gestures and motion.
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Thalmic Labs Myo Specifications

General IconGeneral
ConnectivityBluetooth® 4.0 (Bluetooth® Low Energy)
SensorsEMG sensors, 9-axis IMU (accelerometer, gyroscope, magnetometer)
Haptic FeedbackYes
ChargingUSB
CompatibilityMac, Windows, iOS, Android

Summary

Introduction to Myo Armband

What the Myo Armband Does

Reads muscle activity in the forearm for touch-free control of technology with hand gestures and motion.

Myo Capabilities and Applications

Play with Myo

Control radio-controlled vehicles like Parrot Drone or Sphero for an enhanced experience.

Connect with Myo

Control your computer and digital world using hand gestures for touch-free interaction.

Present with Myo

Enhance presentations with touch-free control features like digital pointers and zoom.

Discover Myo Market

Explore and download over 100 Myo connectors and applications from various categories.

Technical Specifications and Gestures

Myo Compatibility

Details on supported operating systems including Windows and Mac, and mobile platforms like iOS and Android.

Myo Supported Gestures

Illustrates basic gestures recognized by the Myo armband, such as Double Tap, Wave Right, Wave Left, and Make a Fist.

Lesson One: Setup and Overview

Lesson Overview and Objective

Introduces the Myo armband's wireless control capabilities and the lesson's aim to teach gesture-based interaction.

Lesson Goals

Outlines key objectives: setting up the armband, using Myo Connect, browsing the market, and completing the guide.

Equipment Required for Lesson

Lists essential items for the lesson, including the Myo armband, Bluetooth adapter, cables, sizing clips, and a computer.

Part 1: Setting Up the Myo Armband

Part 2: Connecting with Myo Connect

Part 3: Exploring the Myo Market

Challenge Activities

Myo Market Exploration

Browse and install applications from different categories within the Myo Market.

Gesture Practice in Games

Use the Myo armband with a game, testing different gestures and noting personal experience.

Using the Myo Diagnostics Page

Relevant Links and Resources