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Acer OJO 500

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Acer OJO 500
Basic Info
VR/AR Virtual Reality, Mixed Reality
Type Head-mounted display
Subtype PC VR (Windows MR)
Platform Windows Mixed Reality, SteamVR
Creator Acer
Price $399
Website https://www.acer.com
System
CPU Host PC dependent
GPU NVIDIA GTX 1060 / AMD RX 480+ (rec)
Storage
Display
Display 2 x 2.89" LCD
Resolution 2880 x 1440 (1440 x 1440 per eye)
Image
Optics
Tracking
Tracking 6DoF (inside-out)
Audio
Microphone Yes
Connectivity
Connectivity HDMI 2.0, USB 3.0
Ports HDMI, USB
Device
Sensors IMU, tracking cameras
Input Windows MR Controllers (optional)


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.[1]

History and Development

August 2018 Announcement

Acer introduced the OJO 500 as the first modular Windows Mixed Reality headset.

2019 Release

After initial delays, the OJO 500 became available for purchase in 2019.

Modular Innovation

First VR headset with fully detachable design for easy cleaning and sharing.

Design and Hardware

Display System

  • 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

First Windows MR headset with detachable components:

  • Detachable front display unit
  • Easy cleaning and maintenance
  • Swappable between users
  • Choice of hard or soft headband

Flip-Up Visor

Mask can be flipped up to:

  • Answer phone calls
  • Converse with others
  • No need to remove entire headset

Head Strap Options

  • Hard form strap
  • Soft washable strap
  • User preference choice

IPD Adjustment

Software-Assisted System

  • Built-in IPD adjustment wheel
  • Acer IPD Meter smartphone app
  • Acer IPD Indicator software
  • Automatic IPD measurement

Audio

Patented Sound Pipe

  • Integrated audio system
  • Built-in speakers
  • Patented sound pipe technology
  • No separate headphones needed

Tracking

Inside-Out Tracking

  • 6 degrees of freedom
  • Forward/back, up/down, left/right
  • Pitch, yaw, roll
  • No external sensors required

Connectivity

Cable

  • Length: 13 feet (4m)
  • Video: HDMI 2.0
  • Data: USB 3.0

Controllers

Optional Controllers

  • Bluetooth-enabled motion controllers
  • 6DoF tracking
  • Available in bundle configuration

Platform Compatibility

  • SteamVR (2,500+ games)
  • Microsoft Store
  • Windows Mixed Reality apps

Specifications

Specification Details
Display 2 x 2.89" LCD
Resolution 1440 x 1440 per eye
Total Resolution 2880 x 1440
Refresh Rate 90 Hz
Field of View 100°
Design Modular/detachable
IPD Software-assisted adjustment
Audio Patented sound pipe
Cable 13' HDMI 2.0 + USB 3.0
Price $399 (€499 EMEA)

See Also

References