WiiMote

Using the Wiimote as a Human Interface Device

Thanks to Bluetooth connectivity and a decent IR camera, the Wii remote can be used for much more than just casual gaming. With a few relatively inexpensive tools and some easily obtainable software, any user can connect to their PC using a Wii remote and interact with the PC. These interactions range from a whiteboard to surfing around the globe using Google Earth. As can be imagined, the possibilities are almost limitless as to what applications the Wii remote can be used with.

Ingredients

Hardware

Wii remote

Bluetooth Dongle

Wireless Sensor Bar

IR LED Marker

Optional Equipment

Wii Nunchuk

Wii Balance Board

Software

Johnny Lee's Code

GlovePIE

Smoothboard

Scripts

Google Earth

Google Surf

Interactive Whiteboard

1. Connect your devices using Bluetooth
2. Place Wii remote behind and to the side of the user, facing the screen
3. Start Smoothboard
4. Calibrate your marker
5. Open MS paint or any other graphic software you desire

Google Earth and Google Surf

1. Connect your devices using Bluetooth
2. Place sensor bar in front of the user
3. Start GlovePIE
4. Open the desired script
5. Start Google Earth
6. You will need to change the raw data settings for your own Wii Balance Board when using the Google Surf script.