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=HTC Vive=
=HTC Vive=
==Storage==
The HTC Vive is locked in a secured location and can be accessed by authorized members. If a member wants to obtain authorization they should ask on slack.
<!-- The Vive is locked in a locked, secure location and can be accessed by those members responsible for maintaining and configuring the Vive including [[Eli]], [[Bryan]], and probably a few other people. If a member wants to use the Vive, they should ask those members to set it up for them. -->
==Usage==
The HTC Vive is a Virtual Reality System powered by Steam VR.
The HTC Vive is a Virtual Reality System powered by Steam VR.


In order to use the HTC Vive you will need to become familiar with a few main components.
In order to use the HTC Vive you will need to become familiar with a few main components.


VIVE VR Headset  
*2 base stations - These are permanently mounted in the ceiling and require no user intervention. These use LED light arrays and Infrared Lasers to aid in determining the players location.
 
*Link Box - The Link box sits on top of the Digital Design Station and is there 3-in-1 cable connects the VIVE VR Headset to the Link Box.
 
*VIVE VR Headset - This is where the magic happens. There are alcohol wipes onsite to clean the face cushion. The 3-in-1 cable that comes out of the headset connects to the Link Box.
 
*2 wireless controllers - These are USB rechargeable so it's probably a good idea to start recharging these an hour or so prior to your planned gameplay. Each one requires a micro-usb cable and charger.


The Vive is locked in a locked, secure location and can be accessed by those members responsible for maintaining and configuring the Vive including [[Eli]], [[Bryan]], and probably a few other people. If a member wants to use the Vive, they should ask those members to set it up for them.
*3-in-1 cable - This is the cable that is affixed to the VIVE VR Headset and connects it to the Link Box which is connected to the Digital Design Station.

Revision as of 21:51, 11 February 2022


HTC Vive

Storage

The HTC Vive is locked in a secured location and can be accessed by authorized members. If a member wants to obtain authorization they should ask on slack.

Usage

The HTC Vive is a Virtual Reality System powered by Steam VR.

In order to use the HTC Vive you will need to become familiar with a few main components.

  • 2 base stations - These are permanently mounted in the ceiling and require no user intervention. These use LED light arrays and Infrared Lasers to aid in determining the players location.
  • Link Box - The Link box sits on top of the Digital Design Station and is there 3-in-1 cable connects the VIVE VR Headset to the Link Box.
  • VIVE VR Headset - This is where the magic happens. There are alcohol wipes onsite to clean the face cushion. The 3-in-1 cable that comes out of the headset connects to the Link Box.
  • 2 wireless controllers - These are USB rechargeable so it's probably a good idea to start recharging these an hour or so prior to your planned gameplay. Each one requires a micro-usb cable and charger.
  • 3-in-1 cable - This is the cable that is affixed to the VIVE VR Headset and connects it to the Link Box which is connected to the Digital Design Station.