Is VR dead?

[BrunoBæ]

I certainly can't imagine Pimax will do a better job than Meta.

Im pretty sure the guys at Pimax does not agree with you.

 

[RCHeliguy]

I wonder if adding some kind of array of IR LED's that are mounted to the rig (think inside out TrackIR) to give the hmd really strong points to track against in a darkened room if the headset would really track relative to the array or if its gyros/accelerometers are still adding to the confusion. If not, I wonder if it would be possible for a software layer to manually weight optical vs gyro/accel data in the sensor fusion would get it there.

I'm sure there is some way to make it work.

Maybe Meta could use a guy like you to figure it out

 

[Deleted member 197115]

Layoffs are a nail in the coffin for whatever the metaverse is

The metaverse is expensive, vague, and there's no evidence anyone wants it. It'll be the first thing to go during layoffs.

www.businessinsider.com

 

[RCHeliguy]

Layoffs are a nail in the coffin for whatever the metaverse is

The metaverse is expensive, vague, and there's no evidence anyone wants it. It'll be the first thing to go during layoffs.

www.businessinsider.com

@mechsicko maybe hold off looking for a job there

 

[Cooknn]

Thanks for the link!
Let us know if it takes care of your issue.

Supposed to arrive today. The tracking issues weren't solved by the LED lamp. Fingers crossed that these Cable Ferrites do the trick.

 

[RCHeliguy]

Supposed to arrive today. The tracking issues weren't solved by the LED lamp. Fingers crossed that these Cable Ferrites do the trick.

I wouldn't have expected the lamp to help. I believe that suggestions was for inside out tracking. You should be able to run with light houses in the dark.

 

[Cooknn]

I wouldn't have expected the lamp to help. I believe that suggestions was for inside out tracking. You should be able to run with light houses in the dark.

Well, the lamp looks good anyways

 

[RCHeliguy]

That Ferrite core is a beast!

 

[Cooknn]

Thanks for the link!
Let us know if it takes care of your issue.

Wow, guys. The Ferrite Cores changed my entire experience. It's crazy how we can grow to accept imperfection. I just put up with the tracking issues because the VR was so good. For the most part. Now, it's just incredible. Just raced for an hour without a single tracking hickup. What a relief.

 

[gamma123152]

Wow, guys. The Ferrite Cores changed my entire experience. It's crazy how we can grow to accept imperfection. I just put up with the tracking issues because the VR was so good. For the most part. Now, it's just incredible. Just raced for an hour without a single tracking hickup. What a relief.

On what device(s) and what cable of the devices did you add that Ferrite Core / those Ferrite Cores?

 

[Cooknn]

On what device(s) and what cable of the devices did you add that Ferrite Core / those Ferrite Cores?

I bought 2 cores. Wrapped the USB cable to my Varjo Aero and my Simagic Direct Drive wheel. I had to look that one up. Wasn't sure at first which cable to wrap. The USB or the power.

 

[mechsicko]

Wish it were more in depth, but still at least something

 

[Deleted member 197115]

Wow, guys. The Ferrite Cores changed my entire experience. It's crazy how we can grow to accept imperfection. I just put up with the tracking issues because the VR was so good. For the most part. Now, it's just incredible. Just raced for an hour without a single tracking hickup. What a relief.

Does it have to be that large? Usually they are more size sensible. That's what I've used in the past on choke less USB cables.

https://www.amazon.com/Cedmon-Pieces-Ferrite-Suppressor-Diameter/dp/B07CWCSNW9/ref=pd_bxgy_vft_none_img_sccl_2/138-9435293-9373259

 

[RCHeliguy]

From what I heard from a former SFX-100 owner, ferrite cores of this size were actually needed. Also when in doubt many will lean toward overkill.

The SC2 Pro and D-Box systems are well shielded and I've never had an issue with my Index or any problems with my other devices.

I wonder if running everything through a large powered USB hub offers any additional shielding. I'm currently running a USB 3.0 extension cable to the hub connector, so there is lots of room to run a ferrite core there.

I do remember HoiHman had to put ferrite cores on his system with an Index an SFX-100 motion to get the blackouts to stop. So it's not like the Index is immune.

Wow, guys. The Ferrite Cores changed my entire experience. It's crazy how we can grow to accept imperfection. I just put up with the tracking issues because the VR was so good. For the most part. Now, it's just incredible. Just raced for an hour without a single tracking hickup. What a relief.

Congrats! I'm glad to hear that fixed you up!

 

[Cooknn]

Does it have to be that large? Usually they are more size sensible. That's what I've used in the past on choke less USB cables.

https://www.amazon.com/Cedmon-Pieces-Ferrite-Suppressor-Diameter/dp/B07CWCSNW9/ref=pd_bxgy_vft_none_img_sccl_2/138-9435293-9373259

I found the link to the ones I got on the iRacing forums. Specifically mentioned with the Aero. Went ahead and got them without too much additional research. Very glad I did. I saw a YouTube along the way where a guy tried the smaller ones and they didn't work. I don't think it had to do with size so much as composition of the core.

 

[blekenbleu]

Does it have to be that large?

As elsewhere, size is not everything.
Multiple turns thru a smaller bead can be more effective, e.g.:

Many small beads in series usually work better than a single large bead.

Every wire is an antenna, transmitting and receiving radiation.
Beads nearest sources of interference are higher priority,
but beads on leads entering receivers (e.g. USB DACs and SDRs) help.
Massive current spikes in leads supplying motion platform motors
are among the likely offenders, with few providers appreciating proper shielding>
For example, this is good:

... and this is much less good:

 

[RCHeliguy]

Funny, but sitting on the floor behind my computer, it doesn't look oversized at all.

 

[RCHeliguy]

Someone just shared this.

 

[Deleted member 197115]

As elsewhere, size is not everything.

Unless you need to match oversized RTX 4090 or trying to compensate for something else.

 

[RCHeliguy]

Unless you need to match oversized RTX 4090 or trying to compensate for something else.

Yup! As usual nailed it.

Unfortunately my 4090 is no longer even remotely oversized for what I want to drive. Likely I'll be looking forward to the 50 series.