macOS Setup

Step 1: Hardware connection

• Use the USB-C adapter: connect the included adapter to your Mac first.
• Connection order matters: attach the clip to your Tamagotchi before plugging the USB into your Mac. This prevents connection errors.

Step 2: Allow the connection

After plugging in the USB, if you see the prompt "Allow accessory to connect?", click Allow immediately so macOS can see the device.

Step 3: Install & launch TamaHome (DMG)

1. Open the installer (.dmg): double-click the .dmg file you downloaded to open the install window.
2. Drag TamaHome into Applications: drag the blue TamaHome icon onto the Applications folder icon next to it.
3. Launch: open Applications and double-click TamaHome to start the app.

If macOS blocks the app

1. Open System Settings.
2. Go to Privacy & Security.
3. Scroll to the bottom (Security section) and find the entry for TamaHome.
4. Click Open Anyway (or Allow Anyway).
5. Try opening TamaHome again from Applications.

Step 4: Select the correct port

1. Click Refresh once to update the port list.
2. Open the Port dropdown and look for a port that starts with /dev/cu.usbserial- (the suffix may be 230 or 110). The correct port is usually the newest one — at the bottom of the list.

Step 5: Prepare your Tamagotchi Paradise

1. On the home screen, press A (left button).
2. Go to the Connection icon and select Download.
3. Wait until you see the connection-waiting animation.

Step 6: Echo test

Click Test Echo. If the status changes to Connected, you're ready to send items.

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