Part 2: Hardware Setup | Hololens

Before we start
Welcome to HoloLens setup with FabStation 😎

There are a couple of things that are needed for you to proceed with Hololens Setup:

0.1 Complete native HoloLens setup

First time using HoloLens? Please go through the initial native set up within HoloLens, where you can learn more about basic options and how HoloLens works.

0.2 HoloLens Update

Please make sure to update your HoloLens from its default factory build (if it's not yet updated).

This may take a few hours to download, so it is best to set the device down, plug it in and wait a couple of hours until the instructions to Install and Restart the HoloLens are received.

Settings -> Update and Security -> Check for Updates
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Excellent! Now, let's configure your HoloLens with FabStation for you to experience those amazing tools:

Step 1: Install FabStation App for HoloLens

Step 2: Register the HoloLens with FabStation

Step 3: Login to FabStation App and connect to the Tablet

Additional information: HoloLens basic actions
Let's start your journey here 🚀

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Step 1: Install FabStation App for HoloLens
1.1 Go to the Microsoft Store.

Open the store on your HoloLens device and search for “FabStation“.

1.2 Launching the App

Once downloaded, install and launch the app.
1.3 Accept any pop-ups that ask to use the device microphone or camera; these permissions are required for the software to operate.

View our Privacy Policy to see how we handle your data.

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Step 2: Add New Hardware

The process for registering the HoloLens to the system is similar to the tablet, so please:

2.1. Record virtual MAC address.

Navigate to launch the app. The Connection Status screen will show the virtual MAC at the top of the screen.

HoloLens MAC address will be different from your tablet, since it's a different device. Please note it down.
2.2 Log in into FabStation website with your credentials here:
2.3 Go to "New Hardware" and fill the requested details for HoloLens this time:
If the device is added properly, you will see it within the HoloLens as well:

Device registration not working? Click here
1. Check your Wifi.

If you are not connected, the network connection is unstable, or your network is protected by security, like a firewall, you will not be able to connect to the FabStation Cloud to register. Please contact you IT technition or try connecting to another network such as you mobile hotspot to test.

2. Make sure you noted and typed the MAC address correctly, including colons.

If you are not able to resolve you registration issues please do not hesitiate to CONTACT support@fabstation.ca
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Step 3: Login to FabStation App and Connect HoloLens to the Tablet

The Hololens and Tablet work together through the FabStation application. To make the connection between the two devices we must first start by logging into the tablet.

NOTE: The connection is done via the 3rd party cloud-based service called Photon. No Bluetooth required.
3.1 Login to FabStation App using Tablet.

- Your username should populate automatically.

- Use the same password as for the website and click on LOGIN.

NOTE: If you are taken back to the login screen after clicking on Login, please click on it again.
3.2 Select a Project and Assembly to look at when the devices are connected.

We have pre-installed the Demo Project for you:

- Select this project and navigate to assembly B1039.

NOTE: Make sure to keep the default VIEW mode selected.
Once the assembly is selected, you will see the pop-on the right.

- Select B1039.1 Not Started and you will see the OK button highlight.

- Select OK.
3.3 Connect HoloLens to the Tablet

Once you have selected a project and assembly, you should see a screen similar to the one below.

- Select Auto-Fab:
Selected Auto-Fab? Let's finish the 3rd step 👉

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Once "Auto-Fab" is selected, a list of devices to choose from will appear.

NOTE: If you do not see your HoloLens' device name listed, resync your tablet application. Make sure that you selected HoloLens when you registered the device previously.
3.4. Open the FabStation application on the HoloLens.

Once opened, it will connect automatically to the tablet application.

Once all the circles have a green checkmark below then you can scan the QR code provide in the welcome package and begin overlaying the Augmented Reality over the corresponding physical assembly.

Auto-Fab uses the same controls as Fab-Assist onboard the Tablet. To review this refer to How to use Fab-Assist or AR Inspect for more information.

Something is still not working? Click here for some advice
What is not working?

My HoloLens and tablet are not connecting.The updates are loading for a long time, what should I do?HoloLens Status screen disappeared or is flickering on and off.
1. You could have a weak internet connection. Check if the red HIGH PING RATE warning appears on the HoloLens status screen. To fix this, connect to a different WIFI network (mobile hotspot or other) that is more stable.
2. The issue can be related to firewall or security settings. Please contact your IT department to check it with them. You can test this by connecting to a different WIFI network similar to above.
3. Make sure that the tablet and HoloLens display the same region. You will see a region indicator in the bottom right corner of both the tablet and HoloLens connect screens. Make sure they match.
If you are not able to resolve you connection issues please do not hesitiate to CONTACT support@fabstation.ca
1. Your FabStation application on the Hololens may have to download project data before the assembly is loaded. This is normal and could take up to 30 minutes or more depending on how many projects are in the system and their size.
2. If your device goes to sleep, the download process may be interrupted. If this occurs, kill both apps, restart the HoloLens and reconnect the devices. Make sure to adjust the sleep setting as recommended at the end of this guide to ensure your devices do not go to sleep too quickly.
Note: The Status screen may disappear and holograms may flicker on occasion while the updates are loading. This usually haapens during the last phase of the synch process. This is normal, be patient and wait for the instruction to look at the marker to appear.

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Congrats, now you have finished HoloLens set up! 🎉 🎉
Let's take a quick look at the HoloLens basic actions to navigate you around before the final part 👇

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Additional information: Basic HoloLens Actions
The HoloLens 2 is a new and different hardware device that is easy to use once you learn the basic interactions and settings.

It is recommended that new users read the Getting Around article from Microsoft prior to using the HoloLens 2.

We will ask you to look through the settings below to make sure that you are aware of the recommended adjustments.

Power and Sleep
The Power and Sleep setting should be adjusted to ensure that the device will not go to sleep too frequently.

The setting shouldn't be longer than 20 minutes on the battery, however, it should be set to at least one hour when plugged in.

Settings -> System -> Power and Sleep
TIP: When updating the HoloLens or downloading a large project the Hololens can be plugged in and set down while you are waiting for it to complete.

Sign-In
Recommended setting is to turn the sign-in requirement to Never. This is not required if you have a dedicated user that is using the Iris sign-in feature but makes life easier if multiple users will be using the HoloLens.

Settings -> Accounts -> Sign-in options
Warning: There is a risk that your privacy and/or data could be compromised if the device is accessed unlawfully. Please consult your IT department to ensure this option is right for you.

Remove Holograms
This setting adjustment removes all holograms and extraneous data between sessions when the correct power-down procedure is used. Make sure to switch the Automatically Remove all Holograms option to On.

Settings -> System -> Holograms

HoloLens 2 Interactions
There are a few important HoloLens interactions that should be mastered in order to be successful.

Menus in the FabStation app can be "pinned" in place to keep them from moving. To lock a menu in place, select the Follow Me switch to the off position.

Exiting Apps
Exiting immersive apps with the Hololens is done the using the following method:
- Use the start gesture to display the start icon on your wrist
- Click on the icon to launch the start menu
- Select the home button at the bottom
- Press the X on the resulting window to close the app
NOTE: When closing Hololens immersive apps the app hologram will persist at the location where the app was launched. The app hologram can be located where you physically started the app.

To improve performance, ensure you exit the app by closing the hologram window before you power off the Hololens.

Powering Down HoloLens
In order to preserve power and to have FabStation run optimally, it is best to power off your device completely between sessions.

Hold the power button until you see all of the battery indicator lights extinguish and you hear a power down sound (if the sound is audible)

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The PC version is a handy way to get assembly specific information with a few clicks. It is basically the same as the Tablet app but lives on your PC.
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