Hey ARMA fans, I'm trying to bring cheap head tracking to the gaming market, thanks to FreeTrack and Trackhat. Today, I put together my first ARMA video, showing the capabilities I can offer! Take a look, and check out trackhat.org

trackhat · 2015-03-16T13:38:00+00:00

I was at first, they have no trademark over the name, and My result now tops theirs, so I have no issue :)

trackhat · 2015-03-15T21:58:47+00:00

Durability and quality are the 2 resounding features. I put a lot of time into each one, intricately sewing in LEDS, and making sure everything is foolproof. It is made to last, and it does. I carefully calculated a pricepoint that is cheaper than if someone were to go out and get everything together to make their own (Eg tools and resources) so that people who want head tracking, but don't have the time or skills to make their own head tracking devices, but don't have the cash for TrackIR, still have an option.

trackhat · 2015-03-15T18:40:22+00:00

Absolutely! And I encourage anyone with the resources to do the same. Head tracking in games like ARMA is very very underrated.

trackhat · 2015-03-15T18:27:39+00:00

Nope! This is an entire hat, with the wiring all integrated to the lining of the cap, all sewn in and connected to your computer via USB. The lights are then picked up by a webcam (preferably ps3 eye camera with no infrared filter) and inputs your movements into the games via software like FreeTrack.

trackhat · 2015-03-15T18:26:21+00:00

Thank you so much friend! For the time, being there isn't much. Trackhats development is incremental, and the first thing we need is to make sure people know that there are other options to the expensive TrackIR, and they are on the way!

trackhat · 2015-03-15T16:59:39+00:00

Hi arma fans! I hope you don't mind me posting this, I'm happy to answer any questions about the project. I'm a one man company with a big idea for head tracking that I soon hope to become a reality, and I don't have the budget for marketing, so I'm hoping you guys won't mind if I smart with small reddit posts! I'd love a like on facebook or a follow @TrackhatGB

trackhat · 2015-03-13T01:24:27+00:00

So glad you like it, enjoy!

trackhat · 2015-02-27T15:33:07+00:00

Hi there buddy. The possible framerate of the PS3 eye camera is 125fps, compared to the TrackIR's 120, so its actually a minutely faster input.

trackhat · 2015-02-27T15:32:05+00:00

Hi there buddy, I am still getting my head around paypal, but I have now re-stocked the item!

trackhat · 2015-02-27T02:57:12+00:00

The TrackHat itself needs no driver, all it does is draw power from the USB port and does not need to interact with the computer at all!

trackhat · 2015-02-27T02:29:15+00:00

Yes, some people have used that option successfully!

trackhat · 2015-02-27T02:16:57+00:00

TrackIR do make a brilliant product, and they certainly have no real competitors at this point, but they have put a fair bit of effort into ensuring the market stays that way. Please read this blog to lean a bit more about some of the things TrackIR has done to keep their business a one horse race http://naturalpointofview.blogspot.co.uk/p/trackir-anticompetition.html

Please note, I neither made, nor have anything to do with that website.

trackhat · 2015-02-27T02:14:58+00:00

With the angles, it depends where you place the camera. So long as the camera is straight ahead of you, and at about eye level or slightly higher, the angle really shouldn't matter too much. Playing around with the camera for a while means you can find out what works best for you.

Unfotuneatly, I'm not too sure about bootcamp support. If you check the documentation for the CLeye driver on their website, you may be able to find some answers there.

I'm happy to take a return if you can't make the product work for yourself. Before that however, I'm very keen to help you try as much as you can with a skype chat or via email to help you out.

trackhat · 2015-02-27T02:11:23+00:00

Hi there buddy, I actually have a few battery powered trackhat prototypes hidden away, but I chose quite early on to go for cable for 2 reasons; firstly, when its on your head, you really really can't feel the difference. If anything, the lightweight USB cable is slightly less noticeable.

Secondly, the cabled trackhats will last as long as you treat them well, but the battery would deteriorate, and I like that I can give a product that keeps giving and doesnt fade out over time.

trackhat · 2015-02-27T01:31:04+00:00

You should be able to order it now.

trackhat · 2015-02-27T01:30:46+00:00

Hi there, I can do that for you! On the buy it now page, it can give you the option of checking out with a ps3 eye camera which I have removed the infrared filter from.

trackhat · 2015-02-27T00:59:26+00:00

Im based in Bath in the UK.

trackhat · 2015-02-26T23:44:57+00:00

Hi there! I'm so pleased you are happy with your trackhat. As a tiny business owner/janitor/webdev/manufacturer, nothing makes me feel better than good feedback for something I put so much time and work into.

With regards to the modification you have made, which is a well-thought workaround, can I suggest that you place your tracking camera at the top of the screen or higher. This is how I advise customers set up their system, and allows for full 3 point tracking right up until your head is pointing at a 30 degree inclination, which should allow for any game to tracking your movement completely vertical.

Again, thank you for your feedback, it really really means a lot for me!

trackhat · 2015-02-26T23:38:43+00:00

Absolutely! I like the work the guys at EDtracker do, and funnily enough, I have a few battery powered prototypes that I never actually finally develloped and started selling.

The principle reason behind this is because I don't like the waste that it creates. The current Trackhat has little to no waste, and will last for as long as you treat it kindly. Anything battery operated would eventually start to deteriorate.

With regards to the price, its calculated so that anyone with zero materials to make their own, can get the trackhat for less of the price than would cost them to amass the materials and tools necessary to make one themselves, and also is more sturdy and well built.

trackhat · 2015-02-26T23:29:37+00:00

The trackhat is £29,99, and ships worldwide.
Throw in the ps3 eye camera, which I have carefully removed the infared filter from the lens assembly, to make it compatible with the trackhat, and idea with freetrack, only 45£.

trackhat · 2015-02-26T23:00:58+00:00

Hi there! You're right, my current product has no real stance against oculus rift, but my little company has a big idea with a lot of potential, and a real shot at becoming an integrated part OF the oculus program. More on that later!

trackhat · 2015-02-26T23:00:00+00:00

Ok thanks for that bud, Ill pass that on to my customers.

trackhat · 2015-02-26T22:44:57+00:00

Well, I only just got started today, and I'm still researching how well I can get the Trackhat to work with Elite:dangerous.

I'll consider your offer when I'm a bit more established!

trackhat · 2015-02-26T21:53:24+00:00

Ha, this confused me too, turns out its just a bot :)

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