warp 1200/Warp 1200VR and AR version - Star 1200 -fov?

[ancjob]

well as per the specs of ---

Wrap 1200 specs
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The Wrap 1200 sets a new standard in video eyewear with best-ever video quality, performance and compatibility.


75-inch virtual screen as viewed from ten feet (approximately 3 m)
16:9 widescreen aspect ratio displays
Displays 16:9 and 4:3 aspect ratio content
Twin high-resolution 852 x 480 LCD displays
60Hz progressive scan update rate
35 degree diagonal field of view
24-bit true color (16 million colors)
Weighs approximately three ounces
Independent +2 to -5 diopter focus adjustment
Supports side-by-side and 3 formats of anaglyph 3D video
Plays up to 3 hours on two AA alkaline batteries or 7 hours on two lithium ion batteries.

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Now the Star 1200 specs [Augmented reality]

General

See-through optics
75-inch virtual screen as viewed from ten feet (~3m)
31 degree diagonal field of view
Native 16:9 aspect ratio
Twin high-resolution WVGA (852 x 480) LCD displays
60Hz progressive scan
24-bit true color (16 million colors)
Lightweight – weighs three ounces (85g)
Fits over prescription eyeglasses
Independent +2 to -5 diopter focus adjustment
On Screen Display for audio/video adjustment
Removable noise-isolating earphones
Accutilt display angle adjustment
Adjustable nose bridge
Includes tether strap for secure fit
Works with a variety of video inputs
Carry case
Comprehensive User Guide
Vuzix Royalty-Free SDK


Computer Connection

Connects using VGA or DVI
Supports side-by-side 3D video
Supports video display resolutions up to 1280 x 768
Powered over USB
Includes VR Manager calibration and VR enabling software (Windows)


Mobile Device & Media Player Connection

Connects to composite and component video
Includes rechargeable lithium ion battery pack (7 hours video playback)
Supports head tracking on iPhone/iPad
Supports 2D video
Supports side-by-side 3D and 3 formats of anaglyph 3D video


STAR HD Camera

Single 1080p HD camera
Center mount for interchangeable camera options
HD 720p/1080p video captureFrame rates from 1hz to 60hz
High-quality low light supportWorks with PCs as a standard USB webcam


Wrap Tracker 6TC

Includes Wrap Tracker 6TC head-tracking system
6-degree of freedom capable tracker – yaw, pitch, roll, and x, y and z values
Read raw or cooked data
Supports 3rd party tracking algorithms
Auto-centering drift compensation
Includes 3-DOF calibration software
Approximate 24mm x 10mm x 13mm
Removable tracker assembly
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The Wrap 1200VR – the ultimate in virtual reality eyewear.


75-inch virtual screen as viewed from ten feet (approximately 3 m)
16:9 widescreen aspect ratio
Twin high-resolution 852 x 480 LCD displays
Supports display resolutions of up to 1280 x 768
60Hz progressive scan update rate
35-degree diagonal field of view
24-bit true color (16 million colors)
Weighs approximately three ounces
Independent +2 to -5 diopter focus adjustment
Supports side-by-side 3D video for PC gaming
Connects to PC VGA or DVI port & USB2.0 ports
Head tracker with drift compensation
VR Manager software (digital download)

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Now the point i want to understand ...

Notice the FOV for both Wrap 1200 [FOV 35] , Wrap 1200VR [FOV 35] And Star 1200 [FOV 31]
says "75-inch virtual screen as viewed from ten feet (~3m)"
however the FOV is different (for Star 1200) - how come ?

are they giving accurate info regd the units... i wonder since the LCD remain the same viz-a-viz resolution for above ?

that makes me skeptical abt their claims .....

[ShawmK]

I had noticed this as well. It could be just a typo, but it could also mean they are fudging their numbers a bit...

I do have a funny feeling about the 1200 (in all its forms); they have been talking proudly about the re-designed units - new focus controls, adjustable inter-ocular distances etc - but they have not published any photos so far.

If the release really is "just around the corner" as they say, you'd think there would be some promotional images starting to appear. I hope they don't delay it yet again, but the fact that there are discrepancies in their own specs makes me think they may not be as close to a release as they are saying.

[mAchiNE]

LOL the Vritual screen size gets bigger in the specifications but from further away!
The old units (VR920) had a virtual screen of 62" from 9ft now the Wrap1200 is 75" from 10ft away, I suppose thats one way to try make it sound better when the virtual screen is only slightly bigger.

[cybereality]

VR920 was only 32 degrees. 1200VR is 35 degrees, 10% bigger. The STAR uses different optics, so thats probably why FOV is reduced.

[WiredEarp]

Nice advertisement James, but I doubt you'll get many people falling for it.

Any objective analysis of its specs will immediately show that it will never be 'the perfect big screen interactive gaming monitor'. FOV? Crap. Resolution? Crap. Everything else? I'm guessing pretty much the same quality Vuzix crap that they have been pushing for ages.

Vuzix will really have to pull off something decent if they wish to compete with the likes of SMD (at least based on specs).