The steps below will guide you through your first VR session and ensure you get the most out of the PrecisionOS system. Completing the action items before moving to the next step is recommended.
1. VR requirements
First and foremost, make sure your headset is fully charged. This will prevent any interruptions during your VR session. Additionally, ensure that you have access to a Wi-Fi network for seamless connectivity.
It is also important to find a suitable location with enough room to move around comfortably. The recommended space for an optimal VR experience is approximately 6.5 feet by 6.5 feet. This will allow you to fully immerse yourself in the virtual environment without any restrictions.
Actions
✅ Your headset is charged.
✅ You have a Wi-Fi network available to connect to.
✅ You are in a location with some room to move. 6.5ft x 6.5ft recommended.
2. Wearing your VR headset
Once you are ready to wear your VR headset, follow the steps in this video tutorial to ensure a comfortable fit and clear visuals. Begin by turning on the headset. Next, adjust the straps, lenses, and headset arms until the headset rests gently on your face and the picture appears clear. Avoid over-tightening the sidestraps, as this can lead to headaches. Finding the right balance between a secure fit and comfort is key.
Actions
✅ Turn on the headset
✅ Adjust straps, lenses, and headset arms until headset is resting gently on your face and the picture is clear.
3. Creating your guardian boundary
After adjusting your headset, it's time to create your guardian boundary. The guardian boundary defines where the headset can be used within your physical space. Using the roomscale boundary option is recommended if you have at least 6.5 x 6.5 feet of space to move around in. Make sure you correctly set the floor height.
Actions:
✅ Select roomscale when creating your guardian boundary
✅ Set the floor to the correct height
✅ Outline the physical space you have available for VR
4. Getting into the virtual OR
After creating your guardian boundary, it's time to dive into the virtual world. This video tutorial reviews how to get started with your VR headset and log into the PrecisionOS apps. Start by creating your guardian boundary using roomscale, which helps define the safe area within your physical space. Connect to Wi-Fi to ensure a stable connection and then open a PrecisionOS app. Finally, pair your PrecisionOS account to your headset.
Actions:
Using your phone or computer:
✅ Create a PrecisionOS account. Take note of the provided pairing code. (https://dashboard.precisionostech.com/pair)
Using your headset
✅ Create your guardian boundary using roomscale✅ Connect to Wi-Fi
✅ Open a PrecisionOS app and pair your PrecisionOS account to your headset
5. OR Features
In this video tutorial, you will learn about basic controller functions and the different features of the virtual OR. Start by entering the module of your choice and practice moving around in the virtual environment. Completing the module will help familiarize you with the tools and actions required in the virtual OR.
Actions:
✅ Enter your module of choice
✅ Practice moving in the virtual OR
✅ Complete the module
6. Collaboration
Collaboration is an exciting aspect of VR which allows for real-time interaction and teamwork within the virtual OR. This video tutorial will explain how to host or join a collaborative session.
Actions:
✅ Host a collaborate session
✅ Have someone join your collaborate session
7. Broadcasting
Broadcasting is a great way to share the VR experience with a larger audience. This video turorial explains how to use the PrecisionOS broadcaster to cast the virtual experience to an external screen.
Actions:
✅ Host a collaborate session with the broadcaster enabled
✅ Broadcast to your laptop or phone (https://www.precisionostech.com/streaming/)