ION 2.0 User Manual
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Your ION box includes the device, the ION device, a Scentware cartridge, and a charging cable. Make sure your ION is fully charged before using. To charge your ION plug the included USB cable into the left side of the ION device.
Remove the shipping cap. (Replace the cap when the cartridge is not in use)
Before using the cartridge, gently turn the cartridge upside down to move the liquid scent toward the nozzles.
Fully insert the Cartridge, label side out so that into the side of the ION. You should hear or feel a soft click when inserted all the way.
Plug the USB cable into the left side of the ION device and make sure it is connected to a computer or USB wall charger. Generally, the charge time is about 4 hours.
The ION power button is located at the bottom of the device. Pushing and holding the button for approx 3 seconds, should power on the device, indicated by a light in the logo on the front. To turn the ION off, push and hold the power button for 3 seconds, the light on the front of the device will blink, then turn off when the button is released.
The device does have a sleep timer, and will automatically turn off after a certain period of idle time (not connected or not emitting scent). Remember to turn the device on, just before launching the VR application. If the ION enters sleep mode, please follow the instructions above to turn the device on again. You may need to re-establish the connection in your VR application, depending on how the ION connects to the content. (See your content developer for more information)
Please read the documentation that came with your VR headset to fully understand the headset its functions and operations. If you are using a Pico Headset supplied OVR, you can find additional information on the Pico Interactive website. When you are familiar with the operation of your VR Headset, you can use the elastic band to attach the ION over the front of the headset. The ION should sit below the bottom of the headset and should line up with where your nose would be when wearing the headset.
In order to mount the ION device to the HMD please pull the elastic strap on the top of the ION over the top of the HMD (as shown above). It should have a relatively tight fit so that it will not fall off with rapid movement, and should also ideally be positioned so that it is not touching your nose when wearing the HMD. Remember to turn the ION on with the power switch before launching your VR Content.
Please Note: The ION and/or the ION strap may block certain buttons or ports on the headset. Please make sure the ION isn't going to accidentally adjust or hit these buttons, you can adjust the strap or the ION accordingly. For example, on many headsets including the one included in the INHALE kit, the physical volume switch is located on the bottom, so you may need to squeeze your finger between the ION and the headset to adjust the volume.
To put the headset on, slip the back behind your head, and turn the dial to adjust the fit.
It's important to note that the device contains liquid water in the cartridge which can evaporate out through the porous metal plates in the array over an extended period of time. Therefore the cartridge either must be removed and stored, or the entire array and cartridge assembly must be stored in a moisture-resistant container such as a very small plastic bag in order to avoid evaporation. It is also recommended to use the shipping sticker to cover the actuator side of the cartridge. Additionally, it is best to charge the battery to around 75% when the device is stored for an extended period of time in order to keep the Li-Mn battery life span optimal.
It is important to return used cartridges back to OVR so they may be reconditioned and returned to service. Returning the cartridges not only significantly reduces the cost of these supplies to the user, but also reduces the environmental impact of the ION products.
Download and install the ION app from the iTunes store or the Google Play store. You can also download a desktop version of the app
Depending on what version of the app you have you will either be connecting over Bluetooth (BLE) or USB serial.
upon opening the ION app the device should connect automatically during the first loading screen. Here you may be prompted to update to the latest firmware (see below)
If the app finds multiple devices or needs to be connected manually you'll then automatically be forwarded to the manual connection page. From there please select the device you'd like to connect.
Once connected the app will forward you to the device status page where you'll receive information about the device and about the cartridge that you have inserted.
For more information about using the ION App, see the App documentation
USB 2.0 - micro B - Located on the left side of the ION
