Vive Tracker 1.0

The Vive tracker 1.0 is a disc sized wireless tracking unit that you could attach to any objects and bring full-body tracking to a whole new level. This also means a possible move away from the conventional controllers and the introduction of various accessories made for the Vive tracker experience.

HTC sent out 1,000 of Vive tracker to developers who applied for free units.

Features[edit]

An extension to the HTC Vive platform, Vive tracker enables full body tracking by simply attaching the tracker into your arms and legs, or to any accessories that you wished to bring into the VR realm.

Lasting 6 hours on a single charge, each Vive tracker converts infrared signals emitted by the Vive Lighthouse into in-game position and relays it back through PC either via USB or a wireless dongle.

Hardware[edit]

The 10cm wide disc like Vive tracker features a LED indicator for the various status the gadget is in. The power button, hidden within the Vive logo, doubled as a power and BLE pairing switch.

The Vive tracker features multiple sensors to infrared signals meant for computing the position of the tracker. A micro USB port is available for charging purpose.

It connects to external accessories with the aid of

Camera mount with 1/4” Screw nut
Stabilizing pin to prevent the accessories from loosening.
POGO pin port for transfer of data
Friction pad for firm contact between the accessories and the Vive tracker

Technical Specifications[edit]

Interface :[edit]

1. Micro USB 2. Pogo Pin

Radio Frequency (RF)[edit]

Metal parts of the accessory should be kept at least 30mm distance away from the antenna to prevent OTA performance downgrade to more than 3dB.

Power[edit]

1. MicroUSB Connector : AC

Voltage Requirement : 5V (+/- 5%)
Max Charging Current : 1000mA
Max Charging Time : 1.5 hrs

2. MicroUSB Connector : PC

Voltage Requirement : 5V (+/- 5%)
Max Charging Current : 500mA
Max Charging Time : 3 hrs

3. Pogo Pin 3 : PC

Voltage Requirement : 5V (+/- 5%)
Max Charging Current : 500mA
Max Charging Time : 3 hrs

Optics[edit]

Field Of View (FOV) : 270 degrees

Docking[edit]

Adhere to ISO Standard (ISO1222:2010)

Software[edit]

As the Vive Tracker is an extension of the Vive system, you’ll need to download the Vive Setup and software here.

https://www.vive.com/us/setup/

Apps[edit]

Island 359

Developer[edit]

Developers who are looking to leverage the technology of Vive Tracker into their latest application could visit

https://www.vive.com/us/vive-tracker-for-developer/

HTC has released an extensive developer guide which could be downloaded here.

https://dl.vive.com/Tracker/Guideline/HTC_Vive_Tracker_Developer_Guidelines_v1.3.pdf

A vibrant community to connect with fellow Vive developers.

https://community.viveport.com/

Background[edit]

The Vive Tracker was created with the intention to allows VR developer to track real world objects easily utilizing the Vive’s “lighthouse” tracking system.

History[edit]

Jan, 2017, Vive Tracker revealed at CES2017 Feb, 2017, - HTC gives out 1,000 units Vive Tracker for Developer March, 2017, - Vive Tracker Release for Developer.

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