User Manual
3.3 Hardware Compatibility
The TrackIR version 5.x software can only be used with the TrackIR 3 (with Vector Expansion
only), TrackIR 4, and TrackIR 5 hardware. Older versions of the TrackIR are not compatible, and
will not work with this software. The software will present a warning if incompatible hardware is
detected
3.4 Software and Hardware Installation
Note : For best results, we recommend installing the TrackIR Software before you connect the
TrackIR hardware.
3.4.1 System Restore Point
It is recommended that before installing any new hardware or software program, you set a system
restore point. Windows Vista and Windows 7 provide this feature to allow you to easily reset your
system to a previous state. After the software is installed and everything is working fine, set
another restore point. Users that get into the habit of using this feature find they have fewer
problems on their computers.
The System Restore program can be found by clicking :
Vista / Windows 7 : Start/Search restore/System Restore
3.4.2 Software & Drivers Installation
Note : The TrackIR version 5.x software does not support Windows XP or older.
3.4.2.1 Windows Vista and newer
Visit www.trackir.com to download the latest version of the TrackIR software.
Save the installer to your desktop.
1.
Right click on the installer and select "Run as Administrator" then follow
installation instructions.
2.
(Note: Windows Security may display a warning message that it cant verify the
publisher of the driver software. Click to install the driver software anyway. The
drivers WILL NOT harm your system.)
3.
When installation is complete, a TrackIR icon will appear on your desktop.4.
Plug the TrackIR into a USB port on your computer. For best results, directly
connect the TrackIR into a USB port on your computer. We do not recommend
using a USB hub of any kind.
5.
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