NaturalPoint TrackIR Users Manual   4. Using the TrackIR TrackIR is a head tracking input device designed for use with gaming and simulation PC titles. It is an infrared camera that tracks the position of your head using one of two track clips. The standard TrackClip, which attaches to the brim of a hat or visor, has three reflective markers that direct infrared light back to the camera. The TrackClip PRO, which attaches to most PC headsets, comes with active LED markers that send infrared light directly to the camera. TrackIR can use either of these clips to find the position and orientation of your head and then send that data to any of the 100+ TrackIR Enhanced games and simulations. As a result, you can control your in-game view with your actual head movement in three-dimensional space. It is easy to use, and many users can get up and running without ever opening the manual. However, the information provided below can ensure that you get the most out of your investment in TrackIR. 4.1 Getting Started Before using your TrackIR gaming controller you should make sure to have all software and hardware properly installed as described in chapter 3. Once the software is installed, you can begin using your TrackIR by doing the following:   Place the TrackIR on a surface directly in front of your face, and as close to level with the top of your head as possible. This is usually best accomplished by placing the unit on top of your computer monitor. If using a laptop, the TrackIR can be clipped to the top of your screen.   Plug the TrackIR’s USB cable into any available USB port on your computer.   Attach the TrackClip to your hat or TrackClip PRO to your headset.   Launch the TrackIR software. 4.1.1 Introduction to TrackIR Enhanced TrackIR is designed for use with games that are TrackIR Enhanced. TrackIR Enhanced games enable TrackIR to work alongside traditional peripherals by controlling the in-game view with your actual head movement. The TrackIR is intended for use alongside mice, keyboards and joysticks and does not replace them, though it does replace the traditional function of a joystick’s POV hat switch. A list of games and simulations that are TrackIR Enhanced can be found on the “Titles” tab of the TrackIR version 5.x software. New Titles are frequently being added, so check www.trackir.com for updates. 4.1.2 Introduction to 6 DOF There are six axes of movement in three-dimensional space, three for rotation (yaw, pitch, and roll) and three for translation (x, y, and z). These axes are collectively termed “Six Degrees of Freedom” (6 DOF). TrackIR’s three point tracking allows all 6 DOF to be tracked, resulting in a precise correlation of actual and in-game movement. 4.1.3 Third Party Utilities There are a number of third party utilities that work with TrackIR to bring TrackIR support to non-TrackIR Enhanced games and simulations. These utilities are produced and maintained by parties which are not affiliated with NaturalPoint, and no warranty or performance level is guaranteed. Compatibility with TrackIR software version 5.x is not guaranteed. Find out more on our Free Utilities page. 4.2 Tracking Types There are two types of tracking in the TrackIR software: one for use with the standard TrackClip and one for the TrackClip PRO headset accessory. For information about how to change the tracking type, please see section 5.5.3.   4.3 Camera Status LED indicators The TrackIR camera has status LEDs which give you visual cues about the status of the TrackIR software. Use the following key to interpret what the state and color of the status LEDs mean:   TrackIR 5   Left Green : A clip IS being tracked. Right Green : A TrackIR Enhanced Title IS running and has registered with the TrackIR software to receive tracking data. Both Green : A clip IS being tracked, and a TrackIR Enhanced Title IS running and has registered with the TrackIR software to receive tracking data. Both Orange : TrackIR is paused Both Off : A clip is NOT being tracked, and a TrackIR Enhanced Title is NOT running or registered.   TrackIR 3 & 4 Front Status LED : Off : NO clip is being tracked, and TrackIR Enhanced output is NOT paused. Green : A clip IS being tracked, and TrackIR Enhanced output is NOT paused. Orange : A clip IS being tracked, and TrackIR Enhanced output IS paused. Red : NO clip is being tracked, and TrackIR Enhanced output IS paused. Flashing Blue or Green : Low power or stand by mode. Blue Case LED : Off : There is NO TrackIR Enhanced Title (game or simulation) running. Glowing Blue : A TrackIR Enhanced Title IS running and has registered with the TrackIR software to receive tracking data. Note : If the Case LED has been disabled in the Tracking : Settings window, it will not turn on.