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Guido Sanchez edited this page Jun 4, 2016 · 6 revisions

#Parts List Not all of this equipment is strictly required, but if you want to mirror my setup (which I recommend), this is what I purchased.

##Recommended ###PS Move Controller http://www.amazon.com/Playstation-Move-Motion-Controller-3/dp/B002I0J51U

PSMove controllers can be found used for super cheap at retro gaming stores. Just be aware that if you get a used controller the internal battery may be on it's last legs.

###Move Controller Charging Station http://www.amazon.com/PlayStation-Move-Charging-Station-3/dp/B003O6G114

Useful both for charging (freeing up a usb port) and also as a calibration stand when you need to hold the move controller stable when doing calibration.

###PS Eye Camera http://www.amazon.com/Sony-PlayStation-Camera-Bulk-Packaging-Pc/dp/B0072I2240

You can technically use any webcam that OpenCV supports through it's general camera api instead of the ps3eye, but you'll want to make sure it supports at least 640x480@60hz or you won't get great tracking. It'll also need configurable exposure settings or it will be too sensitive to variable lighting conditions (i.e. desk near a window).

###PS Eye Mounting Clip http://www.amazon.com/Mounting-Clip-PS-Eye-Camera-Playstation-3/dp/B008MXPKP2

Needed to provide a flat mounting surface for the PS3Eye camera

###ASUS USB Bluetooth Adapter (USB-BT400) http://www.amazon.com/ASUS-USB-Adapter-Bluetooth-USB-BT400/dp/B00DJ83070

There are several other Bluetooth adapters that are purported to work for the move controller, but this is the 5th one I tried and it was the only one I had any luck with in Win7 and Win8.1.

###Mini-USB Cable http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NH11N5A

Used when initially pairing the PSMove controller and for the (optional) PSNavi controller.

###USB Extension Cable http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NH134L6

The USB cable for the PS3Eye isn't anywhere near long enough if you want to mount it on a tripod.

###Tripod http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005KP473Q

This is essential if you want to have a reasonably sized tracking volume in a confined desk space and can't attach anything to the walls. You can mount the camera high above your monitor looking down over your desk. This particular tripod is also surprisingly cheap ($25) for what it does.

###Velcro Squares http://www.amazon.com/VELCRO-Brand-Sticky-Squares-White/dp/B00006IC2K

Needed to temporarily attach your PSMove controller to your HMD when calibrating the move controller in your game.

##Optional ###Gaffers Tape http://www.amazon.com/Polyken-510-Premium-Grade-Gaffers/dp/B00ZXDXL1E

Used to secure the tripod and cables. Better then duct tape in that it secures well but doesn't leave a sticky residue.

###PS Move Navigation Controller http://www.amazon.com/Playstation-Move-Navigation-Controller-3/dp/B002I0K6X6

Only necessary if your game needs some kind of thumb-stick control. NOTE: The support for this isn't complete yet in PSMoveService.

###PSMove Replacement Battery http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002MQ2OUO

Only necessary if your psmove isn't holding a charge anymore.

Inateck PCI-E to USB 3.0 5-Port PCI Express Card

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FPIMJEW

If you are running short on USB 3.0 Ports to plug everything into, this is your best bet.

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