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{{Device Infobox
{{Device Infobox
|name = Acer OJO 500
|image =
|image =
|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]], [[Mixed Reality]]
|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]], [[Mixed Reality]]
|Type = [[Head-mounted display]]
|Type = [[Head-mounted display]]
|Subtype = PC VR (Windows MR)
|Subtype = [[PC VR]], [[Windows Mixed Reality]]
|Platform = [[Windows Mixed Reality]], [[SteamVR]]
|Platform = [[Windows Mixed Reality]]
|Creator = [[Acer]]
|Creator = [[Acer]]
|Announced = August 2018
|Developer = [[Acer]], [[Microsoft]]
|Release = 2019
|Manufacturer = [[Acer]]
|Price = $399
|Announcement Date = August 29, 2018 (IFA Berlin)
|Website = https://www.acer.com
|Release Date = November 2018
|OS = Windows 10
|Price = $399 (headset), $499 (with controllers)
|Website = https://www.acer.com/
|Versions = Acer OJO 500
|Requires = Windows Mixed Reality-ready PC
|Predecessor = [[Acer Windows Mixed Reality Headset]]
|Successor = None announced
|Operating System = [[Windows 10]] (Windows Mixed Reality)
|Chipset = Host PC dependent
|CPU = Host PC dependent
|CPU = Host PC dependent
|GPU = NVIDIA GTX 1060 / AMD RX 480+ (rec)
|GPU = Host PC dependent
|Storage =
|HPU =
|RAM = 8 GB+ (rec)
|Storage = Host PC dependent
|Display = 2 x 2.89" LCD
|Memory = Host PC dependent
|Resolution = 2880 x 1440 (1440 x 1440 per eye)
|SD Card Slot = No
|Refresh = 90 Hz
|Display = Dual 2.89-inch LCD
|Brightness =
|Subpixel Layout = RGB stripe
|FOV = 100°
|Peak Brightness = Not specified
|PPD =
|Resolution = 1440 × 1440 per eye (2880 × 1440 combined)
|Lenses = Fresnel
|Pixel Density = N/A
|IPD = Adjustable (software-assisted)
|Refresh Rate = Up to 90Hz
|Eye Tracking =
|Persistence = Low persistence
|Hand Tracking =
|Field of View = 100°
|Horizontal FoV = ~95°
|Vertical FoV = ~105°
|Average Pixel Density = ~14 PPD
|Peak Pixel Density = ~14 PPD
|Foveated Rendering = No
|Optics = Fresnel lenses
|Ocularity = Binocular
|IPD Range = Software-assisted IPD adjustment (with Acer IPD Meter app)
|Adjustable Diopter = No (glasses compatible with flip-up design)
|Passthrough = No
|Tracking = 6DoF (inside-out)
|Tracking = 6DoF (inside-out)
|Spatial Mapping =
|Tracking Frequency = 60Hz
|Speakers = Integrated (patented sound pipe)
|Base Stations = None required (inside-out tracking)
|Eye Tracking = No
|Face Tracking = No
|Hand Tracking = No (controller-based)
|Body Tracking = No
|Rotational Tracking = Yes
|Positional Tracking = Yes
|Update Rate = 60Hz
|Tracking Volume = Room-scale
|Play Space = Standing/Room-scale
|Latency = <20ms motion-to-photon
|Audio = Built-in sound pipe speakers (patented)
|Microphone = Yes
|Microphone = Yes
|Audio Jack = Yes
|3.5mm Audio Jack = Yes
|Camera = Dual front-facing cameras (tracking)
|Connectivity = HDMI 2.0, USB 3.0
|Connectivity = HDMI 2.0, USB 3.0
|Ports = HDMI, USB
|Ports = HDMI 2.0, USB 3.0
|Battery =
|Wired Video = Yes (HDMI 2.0)
|Weight =
|Wireless Video = No
|Materials = Detachable design
|WiFi = No (PC dependent)
|Colors = Black
|Bluetooth = Controller pairing
|Sensors = IMU, tracking cameras
|Power = PC-powered (USB)
|Input = Windows MR Controllers (optional)
|Battery Capacity = N/A (tethered)
|Battery Life = N/A (tethered)
|Charge Time = N/A
|Dimensions = Not specified
|Weight = Not specified
|Material = Plastic, soft and hard headband options
|Headstrap = Halo-style with flip-up visor
|Haptics = Controllers only
|Color = Black
|Sensors = IMU (accelerometer, gyroscope), dual cameras
|Input = Windows Mixed Reality motion controllers, Bluetooth
|Compliance = FCC, CE
}}
}}


The '''Acer OJO 500''' is a [[Windows Mixed Reality]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[Acer]]. Announced in August 2018 and released in 2019, the OJO 500 is the first Windows Mixed Reality headset to feature a detachable modular design, patented built-in sound pipe technology, and software-assisted interpupillary distance (IPD) adjustment. The headset features dual 2.89-inch LCD displays at 1440 x 1440 per eye resolution, 90 Hz refresh rate, and 100-degree field of view.<ref name="acer">{{cite web|url=https://news.acer.com/acer-introduces-the-acer-ojo-500-windows-mixed-reality-headset|title=Acer Introduces the Acer OJO 500 Windows Mixed Reality Headset|publisher=Acer}}</ref>
The '''Acer OJO 500''' is a [[Windows Mixed Reality]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[Acer]], announced on August 29, 2018, at the next@acer Global Press Conference during IFA Berlin, and released in November 2018 starting at $399 (or $499 bundled with motion controllers). As the successor to Acer's first-generation Windows Mixed Reality headset, the OJO 500 introduced several innovative features that set it apart from competitors: it was the first Windows Mixed Reality headset with a detachable, washable facial interface design, the first to feature patented built-in sound pipe technology that delivers audio without earphones, and the first with software-assisted interpupillary distance (IPD) adjustment via a dedicated smartphone app. The OJO 500 features dual 2.89-inch LCD displays providing 1440 × 1440 resolution per eye (2880 × 1440 combined), a 100° field of view, up to 90Hz refresh rate, and the convenient flip-up visor design that allows users to quickly transition between VR and the real world without removing the entire headset.


== History and Development ==
== History and Development ==


=== August 2018 Announcement ===
=== Acer VR Journey ===
Acer introduced the OJO 500 as the first modular Windows Mixed Reality headset.
Timeline:
* Original Acer WMR headset (2017)
* Market feedback and improvements
* IFA 2018 unveiling
* November 2018 launch


=== 2019 Release ===
=== IFA 2018 Announcement ===
After initial delays, the OJO 500 became available for purchase in 2019.
Key reveal details:
* next@acer Global Press Conference
* Berlin, Germany
* Multiple innovations shown
* Competitive pricing announced


=== Modular Innovation ===
=== Design Philosophy ===
First VR headset with fully detachable design for easy cleaning and sharing.
User-centered improvements:
* Detachable components for hygiene
* Built-in audio solution
* Flip-up visor convenience
* IPD measurement innovation


== Design and Hardware ==
=== Market Position ===
Windows Mixed Reality ecosystem:
* Premium WMR headset
* Differentiated features
* Enterprise and consumer appeal
* Competitive pricing


=== Display System ===
== Display Technology ==
* '''Panel Size:''' 2 x 2.89 inches
* '''Resolution:''' 1440 x 1440 per eye (2880 x 1440 total)
* '''Refresh Rate:''' 90 Hz
* '''Field of View:''' 100 degrees


=== Modular Design ===
=== Dual LCD Displays ===
First Windows MR headset with detachable components:
Visual specifications:
* Detachable front display unit
* '''Resolution''': 1440 × 1440 per eye
* Easy cleaning and maintenance
* '''Combined''': 2880 × 1440 total
* Swappable between users
* '''Panel Size''': 2.89 inches each
* Choice of hard or soft headband
* '''Aspect Ratio''': 1:1 per eye


=== Flip-Up Visor ===
=== Refresh Rate ===
Mask can be flipped up to:
Performance options:
* Answer phone calls
* Up to 90Hz maximum
* Converse with others
* 60Hz fallback mode
* No need to remove entire headset
* Smooth motion rendering
* Low-persistence operation
 
=== Field of View ===
Immersion level:
* '''FOV''': 100°
* Wide peripheral vision
* Standard for WMR class
* Comfortable viewing
 
=== Image Quality ===
Visual experience:
* Sharp LCD panels
* Minimal screen door effect
* Good color accuracy
* Clear text readability
 
== Innovative Features ==


=== Head Strap Options ===
=== Detachable Design ===
* Hard form strap
First in Windows MR:
* Soft washable strap
* Removable facial interface
* User preference choice
* Washable soft headband option
* Hygiene-focused design
* Multi-user friendly


== IPD Adjustment ==
=== Sound Pipe Technology ===
Patented audio system:
* Built-in speakers
* Sound directed to ears
* No earphones required
* Open-ear design


=== Software-Assisted System ===
=== Software-Assisted IPD ===
Unique IPD solution:
* Built-in IPD adjustment wheel
* Built-in IPD adjustment wheel
* Acer IPD Meter smartphone app
* Acer IPD Meter smartphone app
* Acer IPD Indicator software
* Acer IPD Indicator software
* Automatic IPD measurement
* Precise measurement
 
=== Acer IPD Meter App ===
Mobile measurement:
* Smartphone camera-based
* Facial measurement
* Accurate results
* User-friendly interface
 
=== Flip-Up Visor ===
Convenience feature:
* Quick reality access
* No headset removal needed
* Answer phone calls easily
* Real-world interaction
 
== Headband Options ==
 
=== Soft Headband ===
Comfort focused:
* Washable material
* Lightweight design
* Extended comfort
* Replaceable


== Audio ==
=== Hard Headband ===
Premium option:
* Extra padding
* Durability focus
* Better weight distribution
* Professional feel


=== Patented Sound Pipe ===
=== Headband Features ===
* Integrated audio system
Common elements:
* Built-in speakers
* Halo-style design
* Patented sound pipe technology
* Easy adjustment
* No separate headphones needed
* Comfortable fit
* Quick donning


== Tracking ==
== Tracking System ==


=== Inside-Out Tracking ===
=== Inside-Out Tracking ===
* 6 degrees of freedom
Self-contained:
* Forward/back, up/down, left/right
* '''Type''': 6DoF inside-out
* Pitch, yaw, roll
* '''Cameras''': Dual front-facing
* No external sensors required
* No external sensors
* Room-scale capable
 
=== Tracking Capabilities ===
Full motion:
* Forward/back movement
* Up/down movement
* Left/right movement
* Pitch, yaw, roll rotation
 
=== Motion Controllers ===
Bluetooth controllers:
* Two included (bundle)
* Windows 10 button
* Touchpad interface
* Grab buttons
 
=== Controller Features ===
Input options:
* Haptic feedback
* Analog thumbstick
* Trigger and grip buttons
* LED tracking rings


== Connectivity ==
== Connectivity ==


=== Cable ===
=== Cable Connection ===
* '''Length:''' 13 feet (4m)
Tethered design:
* '''Video:''' HDMI 2.0
* HDMI 2.0 video
* '''Data:''' USB 3.0
* USB 3.0 data
* 13-foot cable length
* Wide movement range
 
=== Setup Simplicity ===
Easy installation:
* ~10 minute setup
* Automatic software install
* Plug-and-play design
* Windows integration
 
== Audio System ==
 
=== Built-In Sound Pipe ===
Integrated audio:
* Patented technology
* Directional sound
* No external headphones
* Open-ear awareness
 
=== Audio Benefits ===
User advantages:
* Hear surroundings
* Comfortable extended use
* No cable management
* Clean aesthetic
 
=== Optional Audio ===
Alternative options:
* 3.5mm audio jack
* External headphones
* Noise isolation choice
* User preference
 
== Software Platform ==
 
=== Windows Mixed Reality ===
Microsoft platform:
* Windows 10 integration
* Mixed Reality Portal
* SteamVR compatible
* Wide game library
 
=== Content Access ===
Available experiences:
* Microsoft Store apps
* SteamVR games
* Windows applications
* 360° video


== Controllers ==
=== Enterprise Support ===
Business capabilities:
* Windows ecosystem
* Enterprise management
* Familiar platform
* IT integration


=== Optional Controllers ===
== Physical Design ==
* Bluetooth-enabled motion controllers
* 6DoF tracking
* Available in bundle configuration


== Platform Compatibility ==
=== Build Quality ===
Construction:
* Durable plastic
* Modular components
* Professional finish
* Lightweight build


* SteamVR (2,500+ games)
=== Ergonomics ===
* Microsoft Store
Comfort features:
* Windows Mixed Reality apps
* Balanced weight
* Adjustable fit
* Flip-up visor
* Facial padding


== Specifications ==
=== Hygiene Features ===
Multi-user considerations:
* Detachable face cover
* Washable components
* Easy cleaning
* Shared use ready
 
== PC Requirements ==
 
=== Minimum Specifications ===
Entry requirements:
* Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5
* 8GB RAM
* NVIDIA GTX 1060 / AMD RX 580
* Windows 10 (Version 1903+)
 
=== Recommended Specifications ===
Optimal experience:
* Intel Core i7 / AMD Ryzen 7
* 16GB RAM
* NVIDIA GTX 1080 / AMD RX 5700
* NVMe SSD
 
=== Connection Requirements ===
Ports needed:
* HDMI 2.0 port
* USB 3.0 port
* Bluetooth adapter (controllers)
* 13-foot cable reach
 
== Comparison with Other WMR Headsets ==
 
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Feature !! Acer OJO 500 !! Samsung Odyssey+ !! HP Reverb
|-
| Price || $399-499 || $499 || $599
|-
| Resolution || 1440×1440/eye || 1440×1600/eye || 2160×2160/eye
|-
| Panel || LCD || AMOLED || LCD
|-
| Refresh Rate || 90Hz || 90Hz || 90Hz
|-
| FOV || 100° || 110° || 114°
|-
| Built-in Audio || Sound pipe || AKG speakers || Built-in
|-
| IPD Adjustment || Software-assisted || Hardware || Fixed 63mm
|-
| Special Features || Flip-up, detachable || Anti-SDE || High resolution
|}
 
== Strengths and Limitations ==
 
=== Strengths ===
* First detachable/washable Windows MR design
* Patented sound pipe audio (no earphones needed)
* Software-assisted IPD measurement app
* Convenient flip-up visor design
* Competitive $399 starting price
* Easy 10-minute setup process
* 13-foot cable for wide movement
 
=== Limitations ===
* LCD panels (vs OLED)
* Software IPD (not hardware adjustment)
* Standard 1440×1440 resolution
* Tethered operation required
* Windows Mixed Reality platform limitations
* No wireless option
* Discontinued ecosystem support
 
== Technical Specifications Summary ==


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! Specification !! Details
! Specification !! Details
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|-
| Display || 2 x 2.89" LCD
| Display || Dual 2.89" LCD
|-
|-
| Resolution || 1440 x 1440 per eye
| Resolution || 1440 × 1440 per eye
|-
|-
| Total Resolution || 2880 x 1440
| Refresh Rate || Up to 90Hz
|-
|-
| Refresh Rate || 90 Hz
| FOV || 100°
|-
|-
| Field of View || 100°
| Tracking || 6DoF inside-out
|-
|-
| Design || Modular/detachable
| Audio || Built-in sound pipe
|-
|-
| IPD || Software-assisted adjustment
| IPD || Software-assisted adjustment
|-
|-
| Audio || Patented sound pipe
| Cable || 13 feet (HDMI 2.0 + USB 3.0)
|-
|-
| Cable || 13' HDMI 2.0 + USB 3.0
| Special || Flip-up visor, detachable design
|-
|-
| Price || $399 (€499 EMEA)
| Price || $399 (headset) / $499 (with controllers)
|}
|}


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Windows Mixed Reality]]
* [[Acer]]
* [[Acer]]
* [[Windows Mixed Reality]]
* [[Microsoft Mixed Reality]]
* [[Dell Visor]]
* [[Samsung Odyssey+]]
* [[HP Windows Mixed Reality Headset]]
* [[HP Reverb]]
* [[PC VR]]
* [[PC VR]]


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