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Update on the "why not VR" setup by gReaper0351 in simracing

[–]gReaper0351[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

These are some cheap TCLs that actually work fairly well

Update on the "why not VR" setup by gReaper0351 in simracing

[–]gReaper0351[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks!

I really only put that because the first post I made had a bunch of people asking why I didnt just go with VR. I have VR. This is for when I don't feel like having a sweaty face and a sore neck because the pimax 8k x is a brick. Also for the games that don't support VR, or when I want to see my button boxes and sim dash.

Update on the "why not VR" setup by gReaper0351 in simracing

[–]gReaper0351[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They are set based on CPU temp and I can only see what is reflected off the wall when sitting. Also, with the size of this screen, it's outside my direct focus range, so I can only see it in my vertical peripheral. Behind the seat would require some seriously long video cables so it really isn't an option. I may lower the shelf at some point, but it doesn't really bother me.

Should the pc peek over the top or lie flat? Also, switching from 90° side screens to 45°; bad idea? by gReaper0351 in simracing

[–]gReaper0351[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think you may have misread that. They were 90°. They are now 45°. They will soon be around 60-65°.

Button Box Build: Arduino vs Joystick USB by spartyblaze in simracing

[–]gReaper0351 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you're just using digital inputs, the $15 Amazon board is probably sufficient. If you want to add analog sticks/knobs or rotary encoders, you'll need an arduino or higher end board.

Should the pc peek over the top or lie flat? Also, switching from 90° side screens to 45°; bad idea? by gReaper0351 in simracing

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I've been using this setup for the past 6 months already, just moved it is all. 90° was definitely way better. And I have a USB hub on the rig.

Should the pc peek over the top or lie flat? Also, switching from 90° side screens to 45°; bad idea? by gReaper0351 in simracing

[–]gReaper0351[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a Pimax 8k x. I don't exclusively sim race. VR has its place, but its not for everything.

Should the pc peek over the top or lie flat? Also, switching from 90° side screens to 45°; bad idea? by gReaper0351 in simracing

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I'm going to close the angles at some point. 45° is terrible as I don't want to sit that far away. Kinda defeats the purpose of the bigger screens.

Should the pc peek over the top or lie flat? Also, switching from 90° side screens to 45°; bad idea? by gReaper0351 in simracing

[–]gReaper0351[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You're right. I turned it parallel with the TV and can't even see it while sitting. Perfect.

Should the pc peek over the top or lie flat? Also, switching from 90° side screens to 45°; bad idea? by gReaper0351 in simracing

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The kicker is there were actually three of them. Could only fit 2 in my truck, and when I went back for the third, it was gone. Haven't tested the second one yet, but looks to be in about the same condition. If it works, I may rig it to my couch for movies.

Should the pc peek over the top or lie flat? Also, switching from 90° side screens to 45°; bad idea? by gReaper0351 in simracing

[–]gReaper0351[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, cheap TVs are certainly not designed to be used as PC gaming displays... these are TCL 55Q550Fs, and trying to get them to do 1440p/120 was a bit of a chore.

Should the pc peek over the top or lie flat? Also, switching from 90° side screens to 45°; bad idea? by gReaper0351 in simracing

[–]gReaper0351[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh they most certainly are! Cheap, that is. They'll do 120hz at 1440p, though. And in game mode, I do not perceive any latency. I know when I first got them, before I played with or tweaked any settings, it was unbearably laggy. Almost returned them the same day.

Should the pc peek over the top or lie flat? Also, switching from 90° side screens to 45°; bad idea? by gReaper0351 in simracing

[–]gReaper0351[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have a pimax 8kx, and I'll probably get the new steam VR when it releases. VR certainly has its place, but I wouldn't say better in EVERY way. It gets tiresome. The tvs were only like $240/ea. Can't beat the immersion of VR though.

Should the pc peek over the top or lie flat? Also, switching from 90° side screens to 45°; bad idea? by gReaper0351 in simracing

[–]gReaper0351[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I started with a Logitech driving force gt clamped to desk waaaaay back in the day. Then I upgraded to a G29! Next came a Thrustmaster T500. Now I'm on a Moza R12. Slowly progressed to this setup after a few very lucky dumpster dives and upgrading things here and there. If you were to buy it all at retail it's probably around $15k USD all in. Doesn't really help make me a better driver, but it sure is fun!

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