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Using Windows Mixed Reality Untethered with a Backpack PC
picottd
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Hello,
I am trying to use Windows Mixed Reality with the MSI VR One backpack PC. I have set up the headset and am able to use Mixed Reality while tethered, but I am not able to fully untether the PC and walk around the room.
The problem I am having is that when I unplug the desktop monitor used for setup, the headset display immediately shuts off. Is this intended behavior? Is there any way to disable it and use the headset without any monitors plugged in?
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WTFGamer
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I've got the solution. Man am I pissed. I've spent 2 days with Tech Support and I find the answer in a goddamn Engadget article.
If you want to use HP's headset with the backpack, you'll also have to pick up a $10 virtual display dongle. That's due to an issue with Windows, which simply doesn't spit out an image to mixed reality headsets unless it detects a connected display. While it would make more sense for HP just to include one of those adapters in the box, the company says it's hoping Microsoft comes up with a software fix instead. Oddly, the backpack setup will work fine with an HTC Vive without that workaround.
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I have the exact same issue. Using the HP WMR headset with the MSI VR One. Time I pull the display port cable, I lose headset video. Is there a good way to have the system boot directly to the headset's display without an external monitor connection to begin with?
I've got the solution. Man am I pissed. I've spent 2 days with Tech Support and I find the answer in a goddamn Engadget article.
If you want to use HP's headset with the backpack, you'll also have to pick up a $10 virtual display dongle. That's due to an issue with Windows, which simply doesn't spit out an image to mixed reality headsets unless it detects a connected display. While it would make more sense for HP just to include one of those adapters in the box, the company says it's hoping Microsoft comes up with a software fix instead. Oddly, the backpack setup will work fine with an HTC Vive without that workaround.
That's too bad. My team and I were also hoping for a software solution. We have ordered a couple of the dongles and should be able to test them soon. Thank you for the confirmation.
Definitely send in feedback about needing a software fix. Post the link here so we can upvote it.
This is what you need. https://amazon.com/FUERAN-DP-DisplayPort-emulator-2560x1600/dp/B071CGCTMY
Or you can make your own. https://macminicolo.net/blog/files/build-a-dummy-dongle-for-a-headless-mac-mini.html