Track IR3 vs Track IR5
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Hi folks,
I have TrackIR3 (vector upgrade & track clip pro along with latest software) & find it works pretty good, but, it struggles sometimes with the FOV of the camera (I seem to drift out of detection when moving my head).
I’m kinda used to it, but thought I’d ask if anyone has upgraded from v3 to v5 and found any major improvements?
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Yes !!!
TIR5 is a much smoother and more reliable bit of kit - make sure you go the extra mile and get the “pro clip” you wont regret it !!!
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I second it. Moving from TRackIR3 to 5 your going to see a major difference especially using it with Track Clip Pro you won’t have any struggles at all.
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The function’s the same. Whether software’s the same however, is another story. By particular application of “flexible ethics”, milking the franchise for another iteration with no significant changes, iteratively… a good business model.
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Is the Pro-Clip the wired powered thing? Because I really don’t want a wired attachment to my wireless headset.
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Is the Pro-Clip the wired powered thing? Because I really don’t want a wired attachment to my wireless headset.
Yes it’s powered through a USB lead, that also connects to the camera.
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Yes it’s powered through a USB lead, that also connects to the camera.
I’m not using the pro-clip with my TIR-4, but IIRC in the internet I’ve sawn some selfbuildings of a pro-clip with an autonomous battery…
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I’m not using the pro-clip with my TIR-4, but IIRC in the internet I’ve sawn some selfbuildings of a pro-clip with an autonomous battery…[/QUOT
Yeah I don’t really want to waste a 100$ headset for that, either, if something goes wrong.
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What about a person who has never had any head tracking at all? Would you say I would be satisfied with TIR-4? Or should I just grab 5. I would rather save money to buy parts for my PC.
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The step from 4 to 5 is relatively small. Many users settle with 4 and don’t feel the need for upgrade.
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I use my TIR4 with the v5 software and it works great. If you can save a bit of $ that way then I would say that is the way to go. I would also recommend the Pro clip.
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The step from TrackIR 3 to 5 is immense. There is simply no comparison. Both tracking angle, fps and resolution improve which make for a much better and smoother experience.
From TrackIR 4 to 5 the step up is not as huge. It’s mostly higher precision due to improved resolution and subsampling. If you’re choosing between 4 and 5 I see no reason to save a few bucks and get the 4 - the improvement is certainly worth the price difference. But if you already have a 4 and wonder if you should buy a 5 it’s a much closer call. Personally I would not hesitate - the 5 is better, and when you’re in a turning fight it makes a huge difference, but then I fly WWII planes as well where looking around is a lot more important.
