Vuzix VR Manager 4.x User Manual
VR Manager 4
User Guide
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VR MANAGER 4 INTRODUCTION 4!
Overview 4!
VR Manager Sections 4!
System requirements 5!
Downloads & Updates 5!
INSTALLATION 6!
VR Manager Install 6!
CALIBRATOR 7!
Gyro Reset 7!
Calibration 7!
MONITOR 10!
Vuzix Extensions 10!
Enabling Extensions 11!
Manual Application Detection 11!
Importing Extensions 12!
CREATOR 13!
Extension Types 13!
Using Creator 13!
Application Data 14!
Stereoscopy 15!
Tracker Settings 16!
Creator Buttons 17!
Status 18!
MISC. TOOLS 19!
DEVELOPER TOOLS AND SUPPORT 20!
Vuzix AR/VR SDK 20!
SUPPORT SERVICES 22!
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Read the Safety and Warranty information before proceeding.
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This User Guide provides instructions, and reference information relevant to VR
Manager software, version 4 and later.
VR Manager is a software application that provides head tracker and stereoscopic
3D video support for Vuzix video eyewear products connected to a Windows based
personal computer.
When launched, VR Manager 4 inspects your system for attached Vuzix hardware.
The features, options and capabilities available will vary dependent upon the model
of eyewear connected to your computer. Some aspects of the software demonstrated
in this manual may not be available to your eyewear model.
VR Manager Sections
VR Manager is divided into four sections; Calibrator, Monitor, Creator and Misc.
Tools. Depending upon your needs, you may not have reason to use al of these.
Calibrator
This tool enables accurate calibration of the Vuzix head tracker incorporated into or
plugged into your Vuzix video eyewear. It recognizes the various models of Vuzix
trackers, provides a calibration process and saves the calibration values.
Monitor
VR capabilities such as 3D video and head tracking support can be incorporated
directly into an applications code or, in some cases, enabled through an external
Extension, such as those provided with VR Manager. A broad assortment of thee
Extensions are provided along with the means to identify supported applications and
load the required resources.
Creator
Creator is an innovative resource that allows you to create your own Extensions to
enable 3D video and/or head tracking in games and simulators not already
supported. No programming is required, just the selection of the right combination
of available settings and parameters.
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Misc. Tools
This resource provides technical information and enables you to trouble shoot VR
Manager and related problems, should they occur.
System requirements
• Desktop or laptop computer with Microsoft Windows 8, Windows 7, Vista
or XP operating system (32-bit or 64-bit)
• Windows compatible Vuzix eyewear
Vuzix provides online access to complete sets of software and documentation for
individual Vuzix eyewear models as well as each of these as individual components.
! To download a complete, product specific, set of software and documentation,
go to: www.vuzix.com/DD
! To download individual files and/or updates, go to: www.vuzix.com/downloads
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This section of the User Guide leads you through the installation of VR Manager
onto a Windows based personal computer. In some cases, the VR Manager
installation process may be combined with a larger suite of software. The following
instructions demonstrate the install process when running an independent VR
Manager installer.
The specific name and location of your VR Manager install program may vary. This
information will be contained in the “Reade Me.txt” file accompanying the
installation program. For demonstration purposes, we’ll refer to the VR Manager
installation program as “installer.exe”.
! Run the “installer.exe” program and follow the onscreen instructions.
The installation process varies from one version of the Windows operating system to
another. The installation program identifies the system on your computer and
adjusts to its requirements.
You may be requested to perform certain actions or grant permissions during the
installation. The requested actions must be completed to accomplish a successful
installation.
When the installation is complete, connect your Vuzix video eyewear and run the
“Vuzix VR Manager.exe” application.
The first time VR Manager is run it will display an information screen.
Press the “OK” button to dismiss the information screen and access the programs
resources.
If VR Manager is
currently installed on
your computer, we
suggest uninstalling it
prior to running the
new installation
process.
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Head trackers utilize multiple sensors to track movement and direction. A number
of these, such as gyroscopic and magnetics sensors, require calibration to ensure they
provide accurate data. Some, like the gyroscopic sensors, only require calibration
when connected to a new or different computer. Others, such as magnetometers, are
affected by the constantly changing magnetic fields around us and require more
frequent calibration. They require a full recalibration whenever the magnetic
elements around you change and can benefit from re-calibration or a zero reset even
more often for the greatest accuracy possible.
The first time you run VR Manager with a tracker connected, it will ascertain if a
gyro reset is required automatically initiate the process.
When the Reset Gyros screen appears:
! Place the Wrap eyewear flat on your desk facing your computer.
! Do not move the eyewear while the gyro reset is being performed.
! Follow the on-screen instructions.
You’ll be informed when the reset is complete.
A Gyro Reset can be manually initiated from the Misc. Tools section.
Magnetic sensors in tracker require calibration prior to its initial use and whenever
there is a significant change in its operating environment.
To achieve an accurate calibration, minimize earphone movement (they have
magnets in them) and position your eyewear as close as possible to the position in
which it will be used.
To calibrate the tracker’s magnetic sensors:
! Connect tracker-enabled eyewear to your computer and run the VR Manager
software.
VR Manager will open to its Calibrator screen.
Gyroscopes were not
used in “iWear”
models and hence this
capability won’t be
available to those
eyewear products.
Concentrations of
ferrous metal or devices
that emits a magnetic
field will effect your
tracker’s calibration.
Minimize the
proximity of your
tracker to theses
elements to improve its
accuracy.
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