Difficulty Walking on Your Omni One

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If you’re having difficulty walking on your Omni One, follow these steps to ensure your hardware is set up correctly and adjusted for your needs. Proper setup and practice can significantly improve your VR experience.

Check Hardware Setup:

  • Arm Height: Ensure the height of the arm is set to your height.
  • Foot Trackers: Verify both foot trackers are powered on and correctly inserted into the overshoe cradles.
  • Fasten the Vest: Make sure the belt is snugly fastened and the vest straps are tightened.
  • Free Rotation: Press the button on the left shoulder strap to allow the arm to rotate freely around the base.
  • Overshoe Anti-Slip Pads: Flip forward the anti-slip pads under the overshoes after getting on the Omni.
  • Calibrate: Ensure both the play space and the Omni are calibrated correctly.

Adjusting Friction:

  • High Friction: If the friction feels too high, clean the base with the provided sponge and spray (avoid using wet wipes).
  • Low Friction: If you are slipping too much, you may have applied too much spray.

Practice Routine for Better Balance:

  1. Vest and Arm Setup:

    • Wear the vest and ensure the arm is unlocked. If you removed the headset, press the shoulder button again to undo the auto-lock.
  2. Walking Practice:

    • Look down at the base and start walking without wearing the headset.
    • Aim to get the front of your feet near the edge of the base with each step.
    • Count each step to establish a steady rhythm.
    • Keep both feet in motion—one sliding back while the other steps forward.
  3. Improving Confidence:

    • Once comfortable, look straight ahead at a point level with your eyes and continue walking without looking at your feet.
    • Keep your back straight but lean slightly forward without bending over.
  4. Adjust Arm Resistance:

    • If you fall forward too easily, exit your Omni One and increase the arm resistance using the dial on the arm (setting 4 gives the highest resistance).
    • If you feel pulled back too much, lower the resistance.

Advanced Tips:

  1. Turning:

    • To turn while walking, rotate your shoulders and hips in the direction you want to turn.
    • Avoid leaning to one side as this can cause a loss of balance.
  2. Walking Backward:

    • Master walking forward before attempting to walk backward.
    • Lean back until the arm takes your weight. Bring one foot back, then push it forward while bringing the other foot back.
    • Avoid pushing your feet too far in front as this can cause you to lose balance.

Final Notes:

Walking on Omni One may require some practice, but with time, it will become muscle memory and much easier. By following these steps and practicing, you will enhance your VR experience and enjoy seamless movement on your Omni One.

 

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