FAQ - corycorvus/VIVE-Tracker-Wiki GitHub Wiki
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I need to get started with VIVE trackers?
At a minimum you will need:
1 Base Station (2 or more recommended)
1 VIVE Tracker & USB dongle (A dongle is included with the Tracker)
PC or Laptop
Do I need a VR headset or controllers to use the VIVE trackers?
No. SteamVR is built to be used with a headset but there is a guide available to use SteamVR tracking without a headset.
SteamVR Tracking without an HMD
Will Base Station 1.0 work with VIVE Tracker (2018)?
No. See Tracker Specs for compatibility.
Do I need a base station?
Yes, VIVE Trackers only work with SteamVR tracking technology and base stations are required.
How many base stations do I need?
One base station is required at minimum. Two is recommended for stable tracking and increased range. Additional base stations improve tracking quality.
Base Station 1.0 supports up to 2 total.
Base Station 2.0 supports up to 4 total.
What is the Tracker accuracy?
SteamVR tracking provides sub-millimeter accuracy. See Tips and Troubleshooting for suggestions on improving tracking quality.
Do I need to use the USB dongle?
No, you can use a USB cable.
Note:If not using controllers then 2 trackers can connect to the HMD
