Settings App
The Settings App is where users can go to adjust the Blade’s settings or check the status of any of the Blade’s features. You can find more information on using the Vuzix Blade in our Vuzix Blade User Guide. Included features are:
- Battery
- Companion Link
- Connectivity (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Airplane Mode)
- Device (USB Mode, Display, Volume, Apps)
- System (Software Update, Date & Time, About)
Companion App
Companion App is an app used to control Blade’s settings from your smartphone. To enable advanced features like installing apps, updating settings, and receiving notifications, connect your Vuzix Blade to your iOS or Android phone via the Companion App.
Connecting the Companion App
- Install the Vuzix Blade Companion App. Find the Vuzix Blade Companion App on the App Store or Google Play Store (Search for “Vuzix Blade”) and install it on your phone. Download the Companion App for Google Play or Companion App for Apple.
2. To link Vuzix Blade, on your phone, open the Companion App and select “Start Setup”, follow the instructions to link your Blade with the Companion App.
3. After linking your Blade to your phone, select Settings > General Settings > Login, to log into your Vuzix Account. Your Blade is now linked to the Vuzix Apps Store and will show up under your devices.
Note: Companion App has three tabs, Home tab showing the Blade dashboard, Apps tab to install/ uninstall applications on to the Blade, and Settings tab to configure the settings of the Companion app and also to configure the settings on the Blade.
Your Blade will have three potential connected states.
- Not linked – Blade is not linked to the phone. Default state.
- Connected – Blade is connected and linked with the phone.
- Linked but not connected – Blade and the phone are linked but are not actively connected because Bluetooth is either OFF or not in range.
USB Mode
The Vuzix Blade currently has three USB modes.
- MTP – This is the default mode. Your connected device will show Blade with media icon under Devices and Drivers. It will show Blade’s SD Card (if installed) and internal storage. Internal storage will show all available folders including: DCIM, Alarms, Download, Movies, Music, Notifications, Pictures, Podcasts and Ringtones.
- PTP – Your connected device will show Blade with a camera icon under Devices and Drivers. It will only show Blade’s internal storage even if an SD card is installed. Internal storage will only show the DCIM and Pictures folders.
- Charge Only – The device will not show internal storage and media files.
Haptic Feedback (Vibration)
The haptic feedback feature on Blade is currently under development and is functioning on a limited basis. The vibration can be turned ON/OFF and there is a test to check vibration on both sides of the Blade.
Time and Date
You can adjust the date and time settings to meet your specific needs. Adjustable features include Date, Time, Time Zone, and 12/24 Hour Format.
Bluetooth
The Blade is Bluetooth capable and can be paired with any standard Bluetooth device, including: headsets, headphones, speakers, and mouse. Through the Settings App, you can turn Bluetooth ON/OFF, add/ remove devices, and pair devices
Wi-Fi
The Vuzix Blade is Wi-Fi enabled. The Settings App allows you to turn WiFi ON/OFF, add networks, and save networks. Network-specific settings and details are also accessible.
Software Update
Software updates are installed via Wi-Fi directly onto your Blade. Here you can: check for and install updates, check the current build of your Blade, and change the frequency of Update Alerts. Be sure the battery level is at 50% or higher before running an update. The Vuzix Blade will reboot automatically when installation is complete. Updating the software does not remove any personal data.
Audio
The Vuzix Blade has two built-in microphones that are used during video recording and by applications that require voice input. To listen to audio from the Blade, you can either connect a Bluetooth speaker, Bluetooth headphones, or wired headphones.
The Wired Headset Adapter cable allows any wired earbuds or headphones with a standard 3.5mm connector to be connected to the Blade. To connect, plug the adapter cable into the USB port of the Blade, and plug the headphones into the headphone jack of the adapter cable.
The wired headphone adapter cable does not support microphone input. The built-in microphones on the Blade will continue to be used whether or not the attached wired headphones include a microphone.
A USB charging cable may optionally be connected to the wired headphone adapter cable to charge the Blade while using headphones. Only USB charging functionality is available through this adapter cable, USB data connections to a computer are not possible.