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<p><b>New page</b></p><div>{{Device Infobox<br />
|image =<br />
|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]]<br />
|Type = [[Head-mounted display]]<br />
|Subtype = PC VR<br />
|Platform = [[PC]], [[SteamVR]]<br />
|Creator = [[Arpara]]<br />
|Announced = 2021<br />
|Release = 2022<br />
|Price = $599<br />
|Website = https://www.arparaland.com<br />
|OS = Windows<br />
|CPU = Host PC dependent<br />
|GPU = NVIDIA GPU (required)<br />
|Storage =<br />
|RAM =<br />
|Display = 2 x 1.03" Micro-OLED (OLEDoS)<br />
|Resolution = 5120 x 2560 (2560 x 2560 per eye)<br />
|Refresh = 120 Hz<br />
|Brightness =<br />
|FOV = 95°<br />
|PPD =<br />
|Lenses = Pancake<br />
|IPD = 56-72mm (adjustable)<br />
|Eye Tracking =<br />
|Hand Tracking =<br />
|Tracking = 3DoF (6DoF with gaming kit)<br />
|Spatial Mapping =<br />
|Speakers =<br />
|Microphone =<br />
|Audio Jack = 3.5mm<br />
|Connectivity = USB-C<br />
|Ports = USB-C<br />
|Battery =<br />
|Weight = 200g<br />
|Materials =<br />
|Colors = Black<br />
|Sensors = IMU<br />
|Input = Optional gaming kit<br />
}}<br />
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The '''Arpara Tethered 5K''' is an ultra-lightweight [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[Arpara]]. The Tethered 5K is the first VR headset to feature OLEDoS (OLED on Silicon) micro-OLED displays, offering 5K resolution (5120 x 2560) across dual 1.03-inch panels with 3,514 PPI pixel density and 120 Hz refresh rate. Weighing just 200 grams—one-third the weight of competing headsets—the Arpara employs a unique 15-degree upward-sloping head strap design for comfortable extended use. The headset offers 90% DCI-P3 and 127% sRGB color coverage.<ref name="arpara">{{cite web|url=https://www.arparaland.com/|title=Arpara Global Website|publisher=Arpara}}</ref><br />
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== History and Development ==<br />
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=== Kickstarter Campaign ===<br />
Arpara launched a successful Kickstarter for the world's first 5K dual micro-OLED VR headset.<br />
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=== OLEDoS Technology ===<br />
First VR headset to use OLED on Silicon display technology from SeeYA.<br />
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=== Ultra-Lightweight Focus ===<br />
Designed specifically for comfort during extended viewing and gaming sessions.<br />
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== Design and Hardware ==<br />
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=== Display System ===<br />
* '''Panel Type:''' OLEDoS (OLED on Silicon)<br />
* '''Panel Size:''' 2 x 1.03 inches<br />
* '''Resolution:''' 2560 x 2560 per eye (5120 x 2560 total)<br />
* '''Pixel Density:''' 3,514 PPI<br />
* '''Refresh Rate:''' Up to 120 Hz<br />
* '''Color:''' DCI-P3 90%, sRGB 127%<br />
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=== Ultra-Lightweight Design ===<br />
* '''Weight:''' 200 grams<br />
* '''Comparison:''' 1/3 weight of competitors<br />
* Suitable for long sessions<br />
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=== Ergonomic Head Strap ===<br />
* Unique 15° upward-sloping design<br />
* Weight distributed to back of head<br />
* Relieves pressure on face and nose<br />
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=== Optics ===<br />
* Pancake lenses for compact design<br />
* Diopter adjustment: -5D to +1D<br />
* IPD adjustment: 56-72mm<br />
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== Tracking ==<br />
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=== 3DoF Native ===<br />
* Rotational tracking only<br />
* Suitable for media viewing<br />
* 360° video support<br />
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=== 6DoF Option ===<br />
* Available with Arpara gaming kit<br />
* Full positional tracking<br />
* Room-scale VR gaming<br />
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== Connectivity ==<br />
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=== USB-C Connection ===<br />
* Single cable connection<br />
* Compatible with phones and PCs<br />
* Mirror Cast Converter support<br />
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=== SteamVR Resolution ===<br />
* 3840 x 1920 mode<br />
* 5088 x 2544 mode<br />
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=== GPU Compatibility ===<br />
* NVIDIA GPUs required for desktop<br />
* Note: RTX 20 series Type-C limitations<br />
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== Use Cases ==<br />
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=== Media Viewing ===<br />
* 2D video content<br />
* 3D movies<br />
* 360° video<br />
* Virtual cinema experience<br />
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=== Gaming ===<br />
* 3DoF games native<br />
* 6DoF with gaming kit<br />
* SteamVR compatible<br />
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== Specifications ==<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Specification !! Details<br />
|-<br />
| Display || 2 x 1.03" Micro-OLED<br />
|-<br />
| Technology || OLEDoS<br />
|-<br />
| Resolution || 2560 x 2560 per eye<br />
|-<br />
| Total Resolution || 5120 x 2560 (5K)<br />
|-<br />
| PPI || 3,514<br />
|-<br />
| Refresh Rate || Up to 120 Hz<br />
|-<br />
| Field of View || 95°<br />
|-<br />
| Color || DCI-P3 90%, sRGB 127%<br />
|-<br />
| Weight || 200g<br />
|-<br />
| IPD || 56-72mm<br />
|-<br />
| Diopter || -5D to +1D<br />
|-<br />
| Tracking || 3DoF (6DoF with kit)<br />
|-<br />
| Price || $599<br />
|}<br />
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== See Also ==<br />
* [[Arpara]]<br />
* [[Micro-OLED]]<br />
* [[Lightweight VR]]<br />
* [[PC VR]]<br />
* [[5K VR]]<br />
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== References ==<br />
{{Reflist}}<br />
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[[Category:Devices]]<br />
[[Category:VR Headsets]]<br />
[[Category:Head-mounted displays]]<br />
[[Category:PC VR]]<br />
[[Category:Micro-OLED]]<br />
[[Category:Lightweight VR]]<br />
[[Category:5K VR]]<br />
[[Category:Arpara]]<br />
[[Category:2020s VR]]</div>
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