How to set the Focus and IPD

Each user should set the Focus and IPD appropriately to fully utilize the capabilities of the XTAL headset.

Start any of the XTAL demos or compatible applications
Make sure that the headset is correctly positioned on your head
- it shouldn’t be too low or too high – you can adjust this with the top velcro strap (or with the top wheel for older XTAL models)
- fasten the head strap firmly with the wheel on the back
- you can use the ‘Calibrate headset position’ function to help you with this process (see Eyes page in the XTAL runtime settings menu)
Change the focus (with the wheels on the sides of the headset) so the image is as sharp as possible [only available for the XTAL 8k and XTAL 5k headsets] – see Focus page for details
Start the Auto IPD calibration
- click on ‘Auto IPD’ option in the XTAL tray icon menu
- or press the ‘Auto IPD’ key on the keyboard – Scroll Lock by default
- or use the ‘Auto IPD’ button on the Eyes page in the XTAL runtime settings menu
Wait until the Auto IPD process finishes
- The IPD motors will move the lenses to the middle position
- You will see a calibration object, which you should focus on
- The IPD cameras will detect your eyes
- The IPD motors will move the lenses to the appropriate position corresponding with your IPD distance
- The calibration object will disappear again
Alternatively, you can also use the manual sliders on the Eyes page in the XTAL runtime settings menu to change the IPD to specific values
- or use the ‘Set IPD manually’ option in the XTAL tray icon menu to access the page directly

This page was last modified on March 21st, 2023 at 10:20

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