ARENA
ARENA

Motion capture software for full body animation and biomechanical analysis. ARENA and Expression share the same installer, so users with licenses for both only need to download one or the other.

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ARENA Quick Start Guide
DirectShow Filter
DirectShow Filter

The DirectShow Filter only supports Slim 3U, Flex 3, FLEX:V100, and s250e cameras (up to serial M001694).


Integrate OptiTrack cameras into existing DirectShow compatible applications, such as those built using OpenCV.


The DirectShow Filter should not be used at the same time as other OptiTrack applications due to camera control interference.

Directshow Filter User Guide
DirectShow Filter User Guide
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DirectX 9 (Motive 2.x and earlier)
Expression
Expression

Create startlingly realistic facial animation in minutes. Expression and ARENA share the same installer, so users with licenses for both only need to download one or the other.

v100 Series Quick Start Guide
FLEX and V100 Series Quick Start Guide
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Maya Plugin

Real-time virtual camera integration with Maya.


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Motive 2

With an expanded feature set, Motive 2.3.7 advances its precision human and object tracking capabilities across VR, animation, movement sciences and robotics applications.

Notable updates include: Active rigid body speed improvements with up to 66% less latency, IMU sensor fusion improvements, enhanced Continuous Calibration, and support for 250+ cameras in one volume. Additionally, this version of Motive introduces active or passive ‘Anchor Markers’ to both aid Continuous Calibration with disconnected volumes, and provide peace of mind regarding origin drift.

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Motive 2.x or Lower Sample Data

Sample data for use in Motive 2.x or lower from movements such as jumping jacks, golfing, running, etc. Also includes take files used in the tutorial videos.

System Specs: Motive 1.8 beta & Motive 1.10 beta

Optitrack SDK API User Guide
OptiTrack COM 2D SDK

Gain access to camera controls, 2D object data, camera synchronization, and 6DoF vector tracking. Applications may need to be re-compiled.

Optitrack SDK API User Guide
OptiTrack COM 2D SDK User Guide
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SmartNav

SmartNav is a reliable and accurate, hands-free mouse alternative that allows complete control of a computer by naturally moving the head.

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Tracking Tools

Real-time marker and 3D motion tracking for engineering-grade motion capture and OEM integration.

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Unreal Engine 4 Plugin

Real-time interface for streaming 6DoF Rigid Body and skeleton data to Unreal. Learn more about the Unreal Engine 4 Plugin

Ready to build your system? Our team will tailor a motion capture solution to your space, goals, and application — so you get the best performance from day one.

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