Onboarding Guide
Welcome to the Cato onboarding guide. This guide is designed to assist users with disabilities and their support team and caregivers in setting up and using the Cato device effectively. Follow each section carefully to ensure a smooth setup and optimal performance. This guide assumes you are setting up Cato for the first time.
AULI.TECH is on a mission to eliminate challenges in daily living for people with disabilities. We design assistive technology devices that empower individuals with disabilities to live independently and fully participate in society.
Cato is a gesture-based control device that helps individuals with disabilities control electronic devices. It is customizable and easy to use, designed to meet each user's specific needs. Cato can emulate a mouse, keyboard, or joystick and connect to phones, tablets, computers, and TVs via Bluetooth.
- Unbox and Charge Cato: Ensure your Cato device is fully charged before beginning the setup process.
- Gather Required Devices: Ensure you have your primary device (computer, tablet, or phone) ready. You will need a computer for initial setup.
- Access the MyCato Web App: Ensure you have the latest version of the Chrome browser (min version 122.0). Access the MyCato web app at mycato.auli.tech.
- Connect Cato via USB: Use the USB cable to connect your Cato to your computer. This connection is necessary for the initial configuration.
- Register Your Device: Log in to MyCato either by setting up an ID/PW or using Google ID. Register your Cato by selecting the “+” under “Devices” in MyCato.
- Name your device. This name will appear in your Bluetooth connections list.
- Set Orientation: Set the orientation for how you will wear Cato (e.g., attached to glasses, hat brim, headband).
Using Cato as a pointer allows you to control your device's cursor with head movements, making navigation and interaction more accessible for users with limited hand mobility.
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Set Operation Mode: Initially, Cato is shipped in Pointer mode. This mode moves the cursor on your device screen.
- Get comfortable using Cato as a Pointer before exploring other modes.
- Adjust Movement Scale Factors: Set the initial vertical and horizontal movement scale factors to match your mobility. Higher numbers yield faster navigation, while lower numbers provide more control.
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Tune Dynamic Mouse Settings: Configure dynamic mouse settings to adjust cursor speed based on head movement.
- Slow Movement Parameter: Optimal at 0.5.
- Fast Movement Parameter: Optimal at 3.0.
- Save Settings: Ensure you save all changes in the MyCato app before proceeding.
Pairing Cato with Bluetooth devices allows you to use it wirelessly, providing more freedom and flexibility in controlling your electronic devices.
- Disconnect USB: Safely disconnect Cato from the USB connection.
- Enable Bluetooth Pairing: Turn on Bluetooth on your primary device (iPad, computer, etc.). Pair it with Cato by selecting the Cato device name from the Bluetooth list.
AssistiveTouch is an accessibility feature that helps users perform touch-based actions using a simple menu, making it easier to interact with your iPad without needing to touch the screen directly.
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Enable AssistiveTouch:
- Manual Setup: Go to Settings > Accessibility > Touch > AssistiveTouch, then toggle it on.
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Alternative Methods:
- Add AssistiveTouch to the Control Center for quick access.
- Ask Siri by saying "Hey Siri, open AssistiveTouch".
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Move AssistiveTouch Menu Button:
- Touch and hold the menu button.
- Drag it to a new location on the screen. The button will automatically stick to the closest edge.
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Customize AssistiveTouch Menu:
- In AssistiveTouch settings, tap on Customize Top Level Menu.
- Tap an icon to change its function or add a new function by tapping the Add button.
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Assign Functions to Menu Button:
- Assign different functions to single tap, double tap, or long press of the AssistiveTouch button.
Using gestures with Cato allows for hands-free control of your devices, enhancing accessibility for users with limited mobility.
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Map Gestures to Commands:
- Customize gestures such as nods and tilts to perform specific actions.
- Example mappings:
- LEFT CLICK: Nod Down
- RIGHT CLICK: Nod Right
- SLEEP/WAKE UP: Tilt Left
- DWELL-TO-CLICK: Tilt Right
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Enable Practice Mode:
- Activate practice mode in the MyCato app to receive feedback on gesture execution. This helps ensure accuracy and improves performance.
Hot Corners allow you to quickly perform actions by moving the cursor to the corners of your screen, enhancing efficiency and accessibility.
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Hot Corners Setup on Mac:
- To set up hot corners:
- On your Mac, choose Apple menu > System Settings.
- Click Desktop & Dock > Hot Corners. "Hot Corners" is button on the lower right. In older versions of MacOS, this is under "Desktop & Screen Saver"
- For each corner you want to use, click the pop-up menu, then choose an option, such as Notification Center, Launchpad, or Lock Screen.
- To use a modifier key with the hot corner, press and hold the Command, Shift, Option, or Control key, or a combination of these keys, while viewing the pop-up menus.
- Click Done.
- Here are suggested settings for hot corners:
- Upper Left: Hide/Show Home Panel
- Upper Right: Left Click
- Lower Left: Hide/Show Home Panel
- Lower Right: Drag and Drop
- To set up hot corners:
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Hot Corners Setup on iPad:
- Go to Settings > Accessibility > Touch > AssistiveTouch > Hot Corners. "Hot Corners" is near the bottom of the menu.
- Set up hot corners to quickly access certain functions, such as:
- Upper Left: Hide/Show Home Panel
- Upper Right: Left Click
- Lower Left: Hide/Show Home Panel
- Lower Right: Drag and Drop.
Now that you've set up your Cato device, it is a good time to explore its capabilities. This step involves familiarizing yourself with Cato's adaptive features, ensuring you can use it comfortably and efficiently while living life independently. Here are some tasks to help you explore the full range of functionalities:
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Adaptive Navigation:
- Set up Cato to respond to the natural range of your movements when navigating the Mac's interface. Experiment with opening applications, switching between them and closing them to find the most comfortable settings.
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Document Editing with Assistive Tools:
- Open a text editor and utilize the Apple accessibility keyboard or a similar application. Practice editing text by positioning the cursor and selecting keys using the interface tailored to your movement capabilities.
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Accessible Web Browsing:
- Visit websites using adapted scrolling and selection tools. Customize your device to perform common actions like zooming and clicking in a way that feels most natural to you.
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Fine-Tune AssistiveTouch Configuration:
- Adjust AssistiveTouch settings to navigate your iPad effectivel with your motions. Tailor these settings to enhance access to apps and system adjustments.
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Creative Apps with Assistive Features:
- Engage with apps that are designed or adapted for assistive input, such as drawing or note-taking apps that are responsive to subtle gestures.
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Gesture-Based Multimedia Control:
- Manage media playback on streaming apps through simple, intuitive gestures. Set up controls for playing, pausing, and adjusting volume to ensure ease of use.
- Dive into Cato's settings and play around to find the perfect setup. Adjust each swipe or nod until it feels just right, speeding up all your interactions and making them smoother.
- Start using Cato for everyday things like checking emails or browsing the web. The more you use it, the more intuitive it will become—pretty soon, it’ll feel totally natural.
- Use Cato to effortlessly hop onto your favorite social networks. Simple gestures can help you scroll through your feed and stay connected with friends, making socializing both easy and fun.
These activities are designed to make Cato a seamless part of your daily life. By customizing the settings and getting plenty of practice, you'll master your new tech in no time, making everyday tasks easier and your social life more accessible.
The Accessibility Keyboard is an on-screen keyboard that simplifies input by allowing you to type without a physical keyboard. This feature is particularly useful for entering repetitive information like your name, address, or email.
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How to Enable:
- Go to System Preferences > Accessibility > Keyboard > Accessibility Keyboard, and turn it on.
Use the Panel Editor to customize the accessibility keyboard. Customizing the Accessibility Keyboard can significantly enhance your typing experience by allowing you to create shortcuts and simplify your workflow.
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Customization:
- Adding Custom Buttons: You can add custom buttons for frequently used actions, like typing out your full name or email address with a single click. This saves time and reduces repetitive typing.
- How to Add Custom Buttons: Click on the 'Add' button at the top of the accessibility keyboard settings, and customize it according to your needs.
- Mini Keyboard: If you prefer not to have a full keyboard on your screen, you can use a mini keyboard for basic controls like escape, undo, answer, copy, paste, and dictation. This allows for efficient navigation and application use without taking up too much screen space.
- How to Use Mini Keyboard: Configure the mini keyboard in the Accessibility Keyboard settings to include the essential functions you need.
Dwell Control enables pointer control without the need to click. This is beneficial for users who have difficulty clicking a mouse or using a trackpad.
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Settings to Adjust:
- Allow Dwell Actions Toolbar in Panels: Turn this on for additional control options within panels.
- Show Dwell Actions in Menu Bar: Enable this to have dwell options easily accessible from the menu bar.
- Always Dwell in Panels: Keep this on to ensure dwell is active when using panels.
- Dwell Color: Set this to yellow for better visibility.
- Enable Zoom: This is typically off unless needed for low vision.
- Zoom After: Adjust the delay before zoom activates. The default is set to 2 seconds.
- Hide Dwell Time Indicators: This is generally off.
- Default Dwell Action: Set this to 'Pause Dwell'.
- Auto Revert to Left Click: This is usually off.
- Default Dwell Time: Adjust this as needed; the default is 1 second.
- Panel Dwell Time: Set this to 0.5 seconds for a quicker response.
- Dwell Movement Tolerance: Set this to 10 pixels.
- Post-Action Movement Tolerance: Also set this to 10 pixels.
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To enable Dwell Control: Go to System Preferences > Accessibility > Pointer Control > Alternate Control Methods > Enable Dwell Control.
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Ensure the accessibility keyboard is turned on in the settings. Use hot corners or menu bar shortcuts to bring up the keyboard.
Occasionally recalibrate the head pointer by holding still. Ensure proper lighting and positioning for the camera to function correctly.
Press the reset button gently (use the provided tool or a paper clip) and wait for 10 seconds for the LED to flash.
Hold Cato steady for 5 seconds to recalibrate. If this fails, set Cato on a table for 20 seconds and try again.