R & J SimTech - IRTrackStar - Wireless IR Head TrackerIR Head Tracker - Silver

Description

Brand new design!! V2 is now available
Wireless, low weight, wide angle, high precision head tracking
The IRTrackStar is a wireless infrared head tracker for use with head tracking cameras and software. (Ex. TrackIR and Opentrack) This is the perfect addition to your Sim setup. The IRTrackStar provides improved tracking and reliability, as well as being wireless. And at a reduced weight of only 4.1oz, with a shorter mounting arm to minimize the feel of the weight.
The unit contains 3 Ultra Bright IR LED's arranged to function with all major IR tracking brands. They offer more precise and wider angle tracking than the original. Additionally, the central LED is offset to provide unobstructed vertical tracking. Power is delivered from a 1600mAh built-in rechargeable battery.
Requires a USB C charging cable (not included)
. Velcro strap is included for attaching to your gaming headset. The mounting arm is designed to mount firmly against most headsets, however
some customization may be required.
Notes:
Operation: Switch up is on, down is off.
Led colors: Blue is charged (some boards I use have green for the charged color), Red is displayed during charging. No light is displayed while unplugged and/or in use.
Do not wear while charging. Li-Ion batteries have been known to explode while charging. While it's rare, don't risk it.
For Opentrack systems, adjust Gain and Point Extraction min/max. (try a max of 50) Other settings may need to be adjusted as well. As always, for any open source setup, settings will need to be dialed in to your specific setup. Also, if needed, the dimension of spacing to enter in settings is as follows. Top led to middle led: 23mm back and 43mm down. Middle led to bottom led: 62mm down and 74mm forward. Central led lateral offset is 20mm
TrackIR is mostly plug and play, but don't forget to select TrackClipPro on the main page. Also, depending on your distance from the IR Camera, you may need to reduce the Light Filter Threshold. You can find this on the main page under Advanced Settings, Camera tab, Light Filter Threshold. 160 seems to be a good starting point. Adjust as needed.
Batteries are not fully charged when shipped for safety reasons.
Specs:
Headset weighs 4.1oz
Tracking range: up to 1.5m (5ft) - longer ranges reduce accuracy due to the spread of the leds appearing smaller to the camera.
Battery life: approx 72hrs+ - Don't forget to turn off when not in use
*Returns/exchanges are accepted
California Proposition 65 Warning: This product may contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.... I honestly don't know if it does but the headset contains PLA filament, Li-Ion battery, charging board, capacitor, IR LED's, and a power switch. Don't let kids eat it. Don't let adults eat it. Use as intended. Don't be dumb.