User's Guide

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Using this manual
Unauthorized reproduction or transcription of this manual, in whole or in part, isprohibited.
The content of this manual may change without prior notice. We have made every
eﬀort to prepare this manual; however, if anything is unclear or omitted, please contact
us. Understand that Enhanlabo is not liable for anything resulting from how your b.g. is
used.

© Tokyomegane Co.,Ltd.

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents (page 3)
For Your Safety (page 5)
Symbols used in this document (page 5)
Warnings: operating environment and usage conditions (page 5)
Warnings: handling the product (page 5)
Warnings: using the product (page 6)
Warnings: cleaning the product (page 7)
Warnings: product abnormalities (page 7)
Precautions: operating environment and usage conditions (page 7)
Precautions: handling the product (page 7)
Precautions: using the product (page 8)
Precautions: cleaning the product (page 8)Part Names and Bundled Items / Optional Products (page 9)
Bundled items (page 9)Part names (page 10)
Optional products (page 10)
Getting Ready (page 12)
Fastening the cord (page 12)
Connecting the cables (page 12)
Using your b.g. (page 14)
Putting on your b.g. (page 14)
Putting on your b.g. while wearing glasses (page 14)
Turning the power on and oﬀ (page 15)
Adjusting your b.g. (page 15)
Adjusting the focus (horizontally) (page 15)
Adjusting the position (up and down, forward and backward)(page 16)
Tips for adjustments (page 16)
Taking oﬀ your b.g. (page 17)
Maintenance (page 19)
If your b.g. is dusty (page 19)
If you cannot remove dirt from the eyepieces (page 19)
If the hinges are loose (page 19)
Troubleshooting (page 20)
Power does not turn on (page 20)
Nothing appears in the displays (page 20)
The displays' screens are blue (page 20)
Images are hard to see or blurry (page 20)
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Something is wrong with the projection (page 21)
The b.g. frequently slips or falls oﬀ (page 21)
Attaching the frame strap (page 21)
Speciﬁcations (page 25)

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For Your Safety
Before using the product, be sure to read the documentation thoroughly, so you can use theproduct correctly.

Symbols used in this document
Use of the product that disregards the safety precautions indicated by this symbol
may cause ﬁre, electric shock, overheating, or rupture, which may result inaccidents that cause serious personal injuries or death.
Use of the product that disregards the safety precautions indicated by this symbol
may cause property damage to the user or other parties.

Warnings: operating environment and usage conditions
The USB port must provide electric power and voltage at 5 V at 1 A or more. Do notconnect the product to USB ports other than these. May result in ﬁre or electric shock.
Do not use damaged cables. May result in ﬁre or electric shock. Also be sure toobserve the following in order to prevent damage to cables.
Do not modify any cables.
Do not place heavy objects on the cables.
Do not forcibly bend, twist, or stretch the cables.
Do not place wires near electric heaters.
If you are not using the product, unplug its cables. Keeping the cables plugged into the
product may result in product failure, ﬁre, or electric shock.
Do not use the product while it is submerged in ﬂuids or in places that are excessively
dusty. May result in ﬁre or electric shock.
Example) Outdoors during heavy rainfall, in water, in sand, etc.
Do not use the product while it is covered with a cloth. Heat may result in deformationand cause a ﬁre.
Do not place the product anywhere that is extremely hot or anywhere that is exposed
to direct sunlight. Also avoid sudden changes in temperature. May result in ﬁre, failure,malfunction, or damage.
Example) In a vehicle with its windows closed, or in front of a heater or air
conditioner outlet, etc.

Warnings: handling the product
Do not drop the product or subject it to strong impacts. Subjecting it to strong impacts
may cause the lenses to break, cause you injury via lens fragments, or cause lensfragments to get inside the displays and make them diﬃcult to see. Stop using the
product immediately and do not touch the parts that are damaged.
Keep the product away from ﬁre. May cause the product to ignite, rupture, or catchﬁre.

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Do not disassemble or modify the product. May result in failure or electric shock.
Request an internal inspection or repairs from the store at which you purchased the
product or an Enhanlabo distributor.
Do not get water or other ﬂuids inside the product.
Do not put foreign objects inside or in the terminals of the product. May result in shortcircuiting of the terminals, leading to a ﬁre or product failure.
Do not disrupt the natural dissipation of the product's heat. Heat may result in
deformation and cause a ﬁre.
Make sure that the cables do not pull or catch on nearby objects. Also, never wrap thecables around your neck. May result in accident or injury.
Be sure to hold the plug, without pulling on the cords (cables), to unplug and plug inthe cables.
Do not unplug or plug in the cables with wet hands. May result in ﬁre or electric shock.

Warnings: using the productThis product has not been certiﬁed for business use by any agency. If you are using
this product for business, understand the following issues and use the product at yourown risk. Likewise, Enhanlabo does not assume any responsibility for damage incurredby business use. If you have any concerns contact the store at which you purchased
the product or an Enhanlabo distributor.
This product has not been certiﬁed as a medical device. If you are using the
product for medical procedures, such as diagnosis and treatment, use it as asupplementary measure.
To use the product in situations requiring precision or situations involving human
life, such as medical, nuclear, aviation, or traﬃc facilities, the user needs tounderstand the deviations and inaccuracies in the speciﬁcations of the productʼs
images, such as color, shape, and perspective.
If you are using the product in dangerous situations, such as when driving avehicle, motorbike, or motorized bicycle, or when operating a ship, boat, train,
airplane, or heavy machinery, take steps and considerations before using the
product so it does not impair the safety of driving and operation.
Do not use the product in locations with unstable footing, in vehicles that produce
extreme vibrations, or in situations subject to excessive acceleration. If the productslips, it may restrict your ﬁeld of view or it may fall and result in accident or injury.
Do not use the product while walking in dangerous places (dark places and places
where many people and vehicles come and go). May result in accident or injury.
If you are using the product in a cramped place, pay close attention to yoursurroundings.
Be careful when the surroundings become dark, because the display appears bright,
which makes seeing the surroundings diﬃcult.

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Warnings: cleaning the product
Do not use organic solvents, such as alcohol, benzene, or thinners. May cause
deformation or melting to occur, resulting in ﬁre, product failure, or electric shock.
When cleaning, remove the cables. May result in electric shock or ﬁre.
Do not use ﬂammable aerosols or sprays because static electric sparks or hot parts
could cause them to burst into ﬂame and cause a ﬁre or explosion.

Warnings: product abnormalities
If abnormalities, such as strange sounds, strange smells, or the generation of smoke,occur, immediately unplug the cables and request repair from the store at which you
purchased the product or an Enhanlabo distributor. Continuing to use the product inthis state may result in a ﬁre or electric shock.

Precautions: operating environment and usage conditions
The pupillary distance that the product supports is 60 mm to 68 mm. People with apupillary distance outside of this range may not be able to use the product. Also, even
if the pupillary distance is in the supported range, there are individual diﬀerences in
how the screens appear, depending on visual traits, such as the diﬀerence in eyesight
between the left and right eyes.
The screen display for the product virtually appears to be 1 m in front of your eyes. If
you cannot clearly see an object 1 m in front of you in your day–to–day life, you will
not be able to clearly see the product's screen display. If you use bifocal contactlenses, you may not be able to see the product's screen display clearly.
The operating temperature for the product is ­10 °C to 35 °C. Using the product inextremely cold or hot places that are outside the operating temperature range may
result in product failure.

Precautions: handling the product
When putting on and taking oﬀ the product, be careful to not scratch your eyes withthe ends of the frames and to not catch your ﬁngers in the hinges.
Periodically inspect the USB and HDMI connectors for collected dust or other problems.
To prevent damage, use both hands to put on and take oﬀ the product.
Do not allow children to use the product. Also, keep the product out of the reach ofchildren. Disregarding this precaution may result in unexpected accident or injury.
When you are adjusting the angles of the displays, do not pull or bend the product too
forcefully. May cause damage.
Do not forcefully press or bend the nose pad. May cause damage.
When disposing of the product, do so according to your local waste collection rules.

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Precautions: using the product
When using the product, pay attention to the conditions of your surroundings. Pay
attention to the traﬃc and road conditions, especially when you are using the productwhile walking.
If you are working intensively while using the product, be aware that the product may
fall, hit things, or cause injury.
While using the product, take reasonable breaks periodically.
If you start having uncomfortable symptoms, such as eye fatigue, feeling ill, motion
sickness, or other similar symptoms, stop using the product and do not use it again
until your symptoms are gone.
Correctly put on the product. Continuing to use the product, despite being unable tosee correctly, may make the user feel ill.
Do not use the product if it causes itchiness, rashes, eczema, or similar skin conditions.
If you sweat while using the product, wipe the sweat from your face and the product.
Continuing to use the product in this state may result in itchiness or rash.
People who have a history of photosensitivity disorder and people who are not feelingwell should not use the product. May cause symptoms to become worse.
People who have eye diseases or disabilities should not use the product. May cause
symptoms, such as squinting, weak sight, or anisometropia, to worsen.

Precautions: cleaning the product
Do not use water or other ﬂuids. May cause problems. If the product is dirty, lightly
wipe it oﬀ with a soft cloth for glasses or lenses.
Do not use an ultrasonic cleaner.

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Part Names and Bundled Items / Optional
Products
Before you use your b.g., make sure that all of the bundled items are included and check thenames of the parts.
We also oﬀer some useful optional products, which are sold separately, that you may ﬁnd
helpful when using your b.g.

Bundled items
The following are included with your purchase. Make sure that nothing is missing.
b.g.

Instruction sheet toaccess User's Guide

Frame strap Attaching the frame strap (page 21)

9Screwdriver forthe hinges

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Part names

Optional products
You can use the following optional products (sold separately) with your b.g.
Purchase these options according to how you plan to use your b.g.
The speciﬁcations and lineup of our optional products are subject to change without notice.

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Eye cups

Frame strap

Pouch

Helmet mount

Headband gearb.g. carrying case11

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Getting Ready
Before you use your b.g., fasten the cord and connect the cables.

Fastening the cord
Before use, be sure to fasten the cord along the frame, using the hooks to keep it in place.

✏
The cord may come undone from the hooks. If the cord comes undone from the hooks,
your b.g. may feel uncomfortable, so be sure to secure the cord in the hooks before you
start.

Connecting the cables
Connect the USB cable to a device that can supply power and connect the HDMI cable to a
device that outputs images, videos, and other things to be projected in the displays. The
USB port must provide electric power and voltage at 5 V at 1 A or more.

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b.g. User's GuideConnect the USB connector directly to a USB port that is supplied with suﬃcient
power, such as a portable battery or self–powered USB hub.
Connecting to a bus–powered USB hub may not provide enough power necessary
for operations.
Connect to a device that has an HDMI Type A (720 p/60 Hz) port or to a device
that can be connected with an HDMI conversion adapter.
Depending on the type of computer, tablet, or smartphone you are using, you may
need to change the settings or use an adapter to output images externally. For
more information, refer to the manual of the device you are using.
Your b.g. does not support HDCP.

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Using your b.g.
When you have ﬁnished checking and preparing your b.g., put it on. Turn on the powerswitch, adjust the displays, and then start using your b.g.

Putting on your b.g.
Hold your b.g. with both hands and place it on your ears.

Be careful not to scratch your eyes with the ends of the frames and to not catch yourﬁngers in the hinges.

✏
Adjust the position of your b.g. so that the nose pad rests on your nose.

Putting on your b.g. while wearing glasses
After adjusting your glasses so that they are in the correct position, place your b.g. above
your glasses.

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Turning the power on and oﬀ
Your b.g. has a power switch that can be turned on and oﬀ while it is connected to a device
that can supply power via USB. If you are not using your b.g., turn the power oﬀ.

✏
The displays' projection switches between the following.
No USB connection, power oﬀ: no image↓
USB connection, no HDMI connection: blue screen↓
USB connection and HDMI connection: image appears

Adjusting your b.g.
Adjusting the focus (horizontally)
If images are blurry or you see double images, the focus needs to be adjusted. Adjust thepositions (horizontally) of the displays so that their projections come into focus.

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b.g. User's GuideBe careful not to pull the displays forcefully or diagonally since doing so may damagethem.

✏
You can separately adjust the positions (horizontally) of the left–side and right–side
displays.

Adjusting the position (up and down, forward and backward)
Adjust the positions of the displays according to what you are doing so you can see clearly.
You can use the 2 hinges̶hinge A and hinge B̶to adjust the displays up and down or
forward and backward.

Tips for adjustments
Adjust your b.g. so that the nose pad is in the center of your nose. Even if you adjust
the displays, if the nose pad is oﬀ–center, images will not be in focus.
To make it easier to see, adjust your b.g. so that your eyes are as close as possible tothe eyepieces.
If the projection is too bright, adjust the positions of the displays.

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The position of your glasses may prevent the nose pad from resting on your nose andkeeping your b.g. in place. Adjust the position of your glasses so that the nose pad
rests on your nose.
The shape of your glasses may prevent the nose pad from resting on your nose andkeeping your b.g. in place. If you adjust the position of your glasses and the nose padstill does not rest on your nose, try wearing contact lenses or changing to a diﬀerent
pair of glasses.


Do not bend the nose pad forcefully. Disregarding this precaution may cause damage.

Position the cords (cables) behind you.

✏
Positioning the cords (cables) in front of you brings the center of gravity toward thefront,your b.g. may feel uncomfortable.
You can reduce the slipping of your b.g. by positioning the cords (cables) so they godown your back, to balance the weight of the displays.

Taking oﬀ your b.g.
When taking oﬀ your b.g., hold it with both hands and remove it gently.

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After using your b.g., turn oﬀ its power switch.
If your b.g. is dirty or sweaty, clean it.

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MaintenanceIf your b.g. is dirty or sweaty, unplug the cables, and then lightly wipe your b.g. with a soft
cloth for glasses or lenses.

If your b.g. is dusty
Use a hand blower made for cameras to blow the dust oﬀ your b.g.

If you cannot remove dirt from the eyepieces
Wipe the eyepieces using a cloth dampened with lens cleaner.

If the hinges are loose
Use a screwdriver to lightly tighten the loose hinges. Then, after tightening the hinges,
check whether they work smoothly. They cannot work smoothly if you tighten them tootight.


Do not put ﬂuids, such as water or lens cleaner, directly on your b.g.
Do not spray substances (air sprays, spray–type detergents, etc.) directly on your
b.g.

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Troubleshooting
Power does not turn on
Check whether the power switch is on.
Check whether the USB cable is connected correctly.
Check that the device connected to the USB cable is a device that can supply power.
Brieﬂy unplug the USB cable, and then plug it back in.
Connecting via a bus–powered USB hub may not supply power. Connect the USB
connector directly to the USB port of a device, such as a portable battery, computer
self–powered USB hub, that can supply power.
If your b.g. is connected to a portable battery, check whether the portable battery's
power is on and that the remaining battery level is suﬃcient.
Check that the speciﬁcations for the device connected to the USB cable are supported
by your b.g.

Nothing appears in the displays
Check whether the USB cable is connected correctly and that the power switch is on.
Brieﬂy unplug the USB cable, and then plug it back in.

The displays' screens are blue
Check whether the HDMI cable is correctly connected to the device.
Brieﬂy unplug the HDMI cable, and then plug it back in.
Depending on the settings of the device to which the HDMI cable is connected, thedisplay range may not be appropriate. Check the settings of the device.
Depending on the type of computer, tablet, or smartphone you are using, you may
need to change the settings or use an adapter to output images externally. For more
information, refer to the manual of the device you are using.

Images are hard to see or blurry
Adjust the positions of the displays to bring them into focus.
Wipe the eyepieces with a soft cloth.
If images look small, bring the eyepieces as close as possible to your eyes.
If images are partially cut out, adjust the angles of the displays.

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Something is wrong with the projection
If you see images ﬂashing, check whether the port to which the USB cable isconnected is 5 V at 1 A or more.
If images show interference noise, brieﬂy unplug the USB cable or the HDMI cable, andthen plug it back in.
If you see a series of duplicated images, or the colors are incorrect, connect anadapter to convert to HDMI resolution or adjust the settings of the device connected to
the HDMI cable.

The b.g. frequently slips or falls oﬀ
Position the cords (cables) so that they go down your back to balance the weight ofthe displays.
If the hinges are loose, use a screwdriver to lightly tighten them.
Use the frame strap included in the bundled items.

Attaching the frame strap
1. Stretch out the frame strap so that the sliders touch one another.

2. Insert the ends of the b.g.'s frame into the silicone parts of the frame strap.

3. Put your b.g. on your head and adjust your b.g.'s position.

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4. Pull the frame strap's sliders left and right to ﬁt your b.g. to your head.

If the frame strap is loose
If the frame strap is still loose, even though you have shortened it as much as possible,
adjust the length by cutting the wires.
1. Stretch out the frame strap so that the sliders touch one another.

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2. Pull the silicone parts of the frame strap, moving them toward the sliders.

3. Use longnose pliers to tie the wire to a suitable length.

4. Use the longnose pliers' cutter to cut oﬀ the excess wire at the knot.

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5. Put the wires back into the silicone parts.

If these solutions do not remedy the situation, contact the store at which you purchased
your b.g. or an Enhanlabo distributor.

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Speciﬁcations
Item
Main
speciﬁcations

Displays

Interface

Details
Temperature and humidity
range for storage-10 to 35 °C, relative humidity lower than
85% (no condensation)

Operating temperaturerange-10 to 35 °C, relative humidity lower than
85% (no condensation)

WeightApprox. 130 g (including the frame andcables)Frame: approx. 10 g
Cables: approx. 75 g

RoHS compliance

Compliant (excluding supplies and bundleditems)

Waterprooﬁng anddustprooﬁng

Equivalent to IP64

Panel

1/2–inch organic EL panels (×2)

Resolution

1280 × 720

Aspect ratio

16:9

Field of view

Approx. 28°

Size of virtual screen

Approx. 19 inches (virtual distance: 1 m)

CablesHDMI type A (720 p/60 Hz), HDCP not
supported
USB type A (5 VDC/1 A or more)* Please note that any speciﬁcations may change without notice.

Tokyomegane Co., Ltd.
1-20-11 Wakabayashi, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo, 154-8503 Japan https://beyondglasses.jp/
Contact: bg@tokyomegane.co.jp

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