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Bike sensor setup

A comprenhensive guide to set up external sensors to Touchpix

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With supported sensors in Touchpix, you can display real-time data on specific app screens to boost user engagement. For instance, in an experience involving a treadmill, you could show the runner's speed or track the distance they've covered so far.

This tutorial details the hardware assembly and software configuration required to run an interactive bike sensor session using the Touchpix app.


Step 1: Hardware preparation

  1. Bike Stability: Place the bike in the stand and ensure it is securely positioned so the rear wheel can spin freely without resistance.

  2. Sensor Mounting: Attach the sensor box to the rear side of the bike frame (left or right tube). Use the included zip ties through the mounting holes to secure the box firmly.

  3. Power Connection: Mount a battery pack near the sensor box using the included Velcro strips. Connect the sensor to the battery pack using the USB-C to USB-C cable.

  4. Magnet Installation: Attach the spoke magnet to one of the rear wheel spokes. Position it so that it passes as close as possible to the sensor box during rotation.

Step 2: Connecting to the Sensor Manager

  1. Wi-Fi Connection: On your configuration device (phone, tablet, or laptop), open the Wi-Fi settings.

  2. Access Network: Connect to the network named Bike-sensor-xxxxx using the password 12345678

  3. Configuration Page: Open a web browser and navigate to 192.168.4.1

  4. Adjust Parameters: You can now view live data and adjust settings such as wheel diameter, stop thresholds, sensor sensitivity, and distance measurement intervals.

Step 3: Completing the Photobooth Setup

  1. Physical Environment: Set up your backdrop and lighting. If running a TV session, ensure the screen is connected.

  2. Camera Mounting: Mount your camera (such as a GoPro) and ensure it has a continuous power supply. Link the camera within the Touchpix app.

  3. Bluetooth Pairing:

    • In the Touchpix app menu, navigate to Device control.

    • Tap on Add new control.

    • The app will automatically detect the sensor; tap on Magnet Sensor-xxxxxx to pair.

    • Select Input and then select Start Video session.

    • Note: The sensor will only appear inside the Touchpix app, not in your device’s general Bluetooth list.

Step 4: Starting the Interactive Session

  1. Select Preset: Choose the Bike Sensor event preset within Touchpix, which includes pre-designed leaderboards and overlays for speed and distance.

  2. Initiate: Once everything is connected, start the session. Guests will see their live stats on the screen while competing for the top leaderboard spot.

Step 5: Advanced Interface Customization

The interface can be fully customized within the event settings under Advanced tools > Device control.

  • HTML Support: Both the attract screen (default leaderboard) and the record screen (default speed/distance animation) can be designed using HTML.

  • Placeholders: The system utilizes placeholders within the code to automatically replace data with real-time session information. These include {{speed}} and {{distance}} among others.

  • Examples: You can download two examples to understand the construction:

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