HTC Vive Base Station
| HTC Vive Base Station | |
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| Manufacturer | HTC |
| Model Name | 99HAFS002-00 |
| Platform | SteamVR, Windows |
| Release Date | October 21, 2016 |
| Weight | 1 pounds |
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General Information
The HTC Vive Base Station is a crucial component of the HTC Vive virtual reality system. It powers the presence and immersion of room-scale virtual reality by helping the VIVE headset and controllers track their exact locations. The base station features wireless syncing and is compatible with VIVE, VIVE Pro, VIVE Pro Eye, and VIVE Cosmos Elite headsets.
Product Specifications
- ASIN: B01M01B92P
- Release date: July 1, 2016
- Product Dimensions: 1 x 1 x 1 inches; 1 Pounds
- Item model number: 99HAFS002-00
- Manufacturer: HTC
- Country of Origin: Taiwan
- Date First Available: October 21, 2016
Product Features
- Includes One base station, one power adapter, and one power cable
- Fits standard threaded mounting points
- Power cable: 8' 2 (2.5m) L
- Stand and mounting hardware not included
- Compatible with VIVE, VIVE Pro, VIVE Pro Eye and VIVE Cosmos Elite headsets
Consensus Review
The HTC Vive Base Station has received mixed reviews from users. Many users have praised the base station for its easy setup and excellent tracking capabilities. They have also appreciated its durability, with some noting that it has survived falls without any damage. However, some users have reported that the base station can be noisy due to the spinning motors inside it.
A few users have also expressed frustration with the base station's tendency to stay on even when not in use, leading to unnecessary wear and tear. Some users have had to replace their base stations due to this issue.
There have also been reports of compatibility issues with different generations of base stations, causing confusion and additional expense for some users. A few users have also reported receiving defective units that either arrived dead on arrival or stopped working after a short period of use.
Pros
- Easy to set up
- Excellent tracking capabilities
- Durable
- Compatible with multiple HTC VIVE headsets
Cons
- Can be noisy
- Tends to stay on when not in use
- Compatibility issues with different generations of base stations
- Some reports of defective units
