How to Use
So you've built your OSSM and you're wondering how to put it to good use! Let's dive into this below.
Connecting Your Device to Power
The OSSM comes with bespoke a 24V 4A DC power supply - this is what will power your machine during play.
Here's how to connect your OSSM to power:
Your OSSM is receiving power!
What is 'homing'?
Homing is the process by which your OSSM gauges the distance between both end points of the linear rail. To home, the device slowly moves the rail back and forth for a short period of time. The OSSM will home when:
- You connect your OSSM to power
- You select 'Simple Penetration' or 'Stroke Engine' modes
Notice on third party power supply units
We caution against using third party power supplies as their use may short the OSSM board, thus rendering the OSSM unusable, or provide the machine with insufficient operating power.
Controlling Your OSSM
You can control your OSSM using one of three different remote types. Click on the relevant remote type below to see a layout of its physical controls:
Wired Remote
Connecting your Wired Remote to the OSSM
To connect your Wired Remote to the OSSM:
- Connect the Remote to your OSSM board via Ethernet cable
- Connect your OSSM to a power source
The Remote screen will flash the R+D logo and present you with an on-screen menu!
Using the Wired Remote
The Wired Remote has a left and a right knob.
Right knob
- Scrolls the menu
- Adjusts stroke length. You can press and hold the right knob button during play to stop the machine and return to the Remote's main menu
- Acts as a menu selection button
- Acts as a back button outside of Simple Penetration and Stroke Engine modes
When in Stroke Engine mode double-click the right knob to access pattern selection.
Left knob
- Adjusts stroke speed
Wireless Remote
Connecting your Wireless Remote to the OSSM
The Wireless Remote connects to your OSSM via Bluetooth. To connect your Wireless Remote to your OSSM:
Power - OSSM
Connect your OSSM to power and let it home.
Power - RADR
Turn on the Wireless Remote via the power switch.
Select your OSSM
The Wireless Remote will detect your OSSM. Use the device's right button to select it:
You can start controlling your OSSM with the Wireless Remote!
Using your Wireless Remote
Use the right knob to adjust depth (stroke length) and the left to adjust speed. You can press the middle button to pause the device instantaneously during play.
The right button acts as a selection button, while the left button acts as a back button.
To explore play patterns, click the rightmost button and select whichever pattern suits your fancy. As with Simple Stroke, you can adjust your Speed, Depth, Sensation, and Stroke settings during play. To alternate between Depth, Sensation, and Stroke selections use the left and right bumpers.
Sensation affects how each Pattern's unique variable functions.
Status Indicators
The Wireless Remote has a Bluetooth connectivity indicator, a WiFi connectivity indicator, and a battery life indicator. You can find them displayed at the top centre of the device screen.
If there is a green dot beside the WiFi indicator, your device is successfully connected. If there is a yellow dot, your device is connected to WiFi but unable to connect to our server. A red dot indicates no connection to WiFi nor our server.
If you are unable to connect your Wireless Remote to your OSSM, see our troubleshooting guide here.
If you are unable to connect your Wireless Remote to WiFi, see our troubleshooting guide here.
Web Controller
The Web Controller allows you to control your OSSM without a physical remote. This remote type requires that your OSSM is connected to WiFi. For instructions on connecting your OSSM to WiFi using the Web Controller, click this link.
The Web Controller is not supported on iOS devices, nor is it supported on Firefox or Safari browsers.
Stroke Engine, Patterns, & Sensation
Patterns provide you with a more exciting, spontaneous way to play with your OSSM. Each pattern has unique, pre-set motion parameters that govern how the OSSM interacts with you during use.
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Wired Remote accesses patterns through the "Stroke Engine" selection
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Wireless Remote accesses patterns through the "Patterns" selection
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Web Controller accesses patterns through the "Pattern" dropdown
Below is a list of the patterns that come with the device and a description of what they do:
The "X" factor of each pattern is determined by your Sensation settings. Sensation settings can be adjusted via the Wireless Remote and the Web Controller, but cannot be adjusted via the Wired Remote.
Moves in and out smoothly according to your speed and depth settings. Sensation has no effect.
The machine either thrusts in very slowly and out quickly, or in very quickly and out slowly, as determined by Sensation.
Adjusts how quickly the device accelerates. Sensation determines acceleration speed. 4. Half'n'Half - Every second stroke is half your selected depth. Sensation affects whether the in our out movement is the faster movement.
Every second stroke is half your selected depth. Sensation affects whether the in our out movement is the faster movement.
Starts with shallow thrusts and gradually increases to full length thrusts. Sensation affects how short or long the device takes to reach max thrust depth.
A series of strokes with intermittent pauses. Sensation controls the length of the pause.
Tiny rapid pulses. Sensation affects whether the feeling of stroke thrust comes from the base or tip of the rail.
Connecting Your Device to WiFi
Connecting your OSSM to WiFi enables it to receive firmware updates as they are released. This ensures your device is always up to date!
The OSSM is compatible only with a 2.4GHz network.
WiFi Setup Option #1 (Web Controller)
Power
Connect your OSSM to power and let it home.
Web Controller
Navigate to the Web Controller URL
Yay! Your OSSM is connected to WiFi.
WiFi Setup Option #2 (Wireless Remote)
Yay! Your OSSM is connected to WiFi.
Pre-play Safety Checklist
The OSSM is a powerful device and we want to make sure you have the tools to use it safely!
Before you use your OSSM for play, make sure to follow these steps:
Setup
Erect your OSSM and place it in a position that will be comfortable for you during play.
Stabilize
Place a filled sandbag over the base of the machine for stability.
Remote
If using a Wired Remote, connect it to the OSSM via Ethernet cable. Set all motion settings to zero.
Accessorize
Attach your suction cup or Vac-u-Lock toy.
Power
Connect your OSSM to a power source.
Preflight
If using a Wireless Remote or the Web Controller, connect to the OSSM now. Set all motion settings to zero.
Settle in
Get comfortable and slowly adjust motion settings until you feel confident using the device.
You have completed the OSSM Pre-play Safety Checklist!