About: V6 establishes a new standard of quality and price for the mid-range, professional HMD. New active matrix LCD’s with 640 x 480 pixel resolution provide rich, vibrant color quality and a superior image. New engineering and design means V6 is lighter, easier to use, and more durable. V6 dons quickly and comfortably using a single rear ratchet and spring loaded forehead rest. Adjustments are quick and precise. The interpupillary adjustment doubles as an eye relief adjustment to accommodate glasses.
Inputs and outputs for audio, video, and power are handled through the external control box. Standard 15 pin VGA type connectors accept VGA (640 x 480 60Hz) inputs, readily available on todays graphics engines and workstations. Brightness and contrast adjustments are easily tuned from the front of the control box. External monitors may be connected to the MONITOR PORT also located on the control box.
Virtual Research V6 Specs and Info…
Device: Virtual Research V6
Manufacturer: Virtual Research
Announced Date: Unknown
Release Date: September 1998
Launch Price: Unknown
Device Type: VR Headset (PC Powered)
Display: Dual 1.3” diagonal Active Matrix LCD at 640 X 480 (Per Eye)
Diagonal Field of View(FOV): 60°
Refresh Rate: 60 Hz
Weight: 822 g (1.81 lb)
CPU: N/A
GPU: N/A
Battery: N/A
Tracking: 3 DoF Non-positional (Gyroscope Based)
Controllers: N/A
Our Thoughts: Made by Virtual Research, there were 3 versions. The VR4, V6 and the V8. Needless to say, each one had more and more processing power over its younger model. Made in 1998, the Virtual Research V6 is a showcase of the companies ability to make HMD’s. It’s well made, well designed and at the time the tech was very high spec.
Most of the headsets the company makes go unseen to military and industrial uses like pilot training or 3D design studios. As a headset for the user, it is a good toy to play around with, but that is about it. Don’t expect games, don’t expect 3rd part support, just expect to get a good, retro headset to play around with.
Sources used…
- http://www.virtualresearch.com/products/v6.htm