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 HelpĀ»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.