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Getting Started With the Leap Motion Controller
This tutorial describes how to get started with the MakerHub Interface for the Leap Motion Controller and covers software setup through running a the first example application.
Prerequisites
Hardware
Software
Procedure
Hardware and Software Setup
- Install the MakerHub Interface for the Leap Motion Controller.
- Make sure the Leap Motion SDK is installed.
- Connect the Leap Motion to the host computer via USB.
- Launch the Leap Visualizer App to ensure the hardware is setup correctly
Run a Leap Motion Example
- In LabVIEW click Help»Find Examples
- Click the Search tab
- Search for 'Leap'
- Open the Leap Point Position and Velocity example from the LabVIEW Example Finder.
- Follow the instructions on the VI front panel.
Help / Support
If you have any questions about getting started with the MakerHub Interface for Leap Motion please search the MakerHub forums and create a new thread if you cannot find the answer to your question.