Nymi Band Physical Features

The following figures show the front and back of the Nymi Band.

Figure 1. Nymi Band front and back

Figure 2. Nymi Band Strap

The Nymi Band is made up of the following main components:

• Screen—Visual interface on the face of the Nymi Band.
• Fingerprint Sensor—Fingerprint detection pad on the face of the Nymi Band.
• Fingerprint Bezel— Electrode that is used to capture the electrocardiogram (ECG) signal during authentication.
• Top and Bottom Buttons—Turns on the Nymi Band and allows users to navigate through screens. The buttons are also used to access administrative functions while the Nymi Band is charging.
• Charging Pads—Makes contact with the pins of the charger.
• Optical Proximity Sensor Window—Sensor that detects if the Nymi Band is on the wrist of the user.
• Bottom Electrode—Electrode that is used to capture the ECG signal during authentication. Also used to capacitively sense that the Nymi Band is on the user's wrist.
• Metal Peg—Peg that is used to secure the Nymi Band strap while it is on the wrist of the user.
• Sliding Loop—Loop used to keep any excess Nymi Band strap in place while it is on the wrist of the user.
• Strap End Loop—The loop integrated into the strap that helps the user get a good fit on their wrist. The wearer uses the strap loop in the same way that they would use a watch buckle.