VR Setup Guide
Reach into virtual reality with the Leap Motion Controller
and Universal VR Developer Mount.
Our technology is designed to be hardware-agnostic, working
with a wide range of VR headsets on Windows. And it only takes
a few minutes to get started.
Pick your hardware below to watch a quick setup video,
then install the Orion software and dive into the latest
demos. Developers can also start building with our
VR integrations and UX design insights.
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Oculus Rift DK2
Attach the VR mount to your Rift, then download the latest
Oculus PC runtime
and run the installer.
- For more detailed instructions for DK1 and DK2, see this PDF.
- Some older demos may require older versions of the runtime. DK1 support is also available except for runtimes beyond 0.8.0.
- For runtime 1.3+ you will need to enable applications from unknown sources in the Oculus App Settings (more info here).
- The Oculus firmware limits bandwidth for the DK2’s built-in USB port, which harms the controller’s performance. We recommend using the free cable extender bundled with the mount to connect the controller directly to the computer.
Oculus Rift CV1
Attach the VR mount to your Rift, then download the latest
Oculus PC runtime
and run the installer. Be sure to enable applications
from unknown sources in the Oculus App Settings (more info here).
Note: Some older demos may require older versions of the runtime.
Orion Software Setup
- Download the Orion SDK and run the installer bundled with the package.
- Click Settings… from the new Leap Motion system tray icon, go to the Troubleshooting tab, and select Recalibrate Device. We recommend a calibration of 90%. If you experience issues with calibration, this video will help.
- On the General tab, check Allow Images. This allows apps to access the infrared video passthrough. (See example here)
Featured Experiences
Your headset is ready – it's time to explore.
Discover the power of hands in VR with these projects from our
Developer Gallery,
or see all demos for the
Oculus Rift
and
HTC Vive.
VR Design 101
Forget what you know about traditional user interface design. It’s time to experiment and create in ways that previously existed only in the pages of science fiction.