Virtual Production Fundamentals using Mars CamTrack and Unreal

In collaboration with the Orlando Game Developers Meetup:

This workshop offers a hands-on guide to calibrating, connecting, and synchronizing a virtual camera with a real-world camera using the Vive Mars CamTrack system and Unreal Engine.
Register to attend: https://attend.ocls.org/event/14831374
What you will learn:

• Virtual Production intro: Quick intro/discussion into the world of virtual production and LED walls.
• System setup: Connect the Vive Mars hub, Base Stations, and Rover unit, and establish the network connection to your PC.
• Unreal Engine integration: Add Vive Mars as a Live Link source and ensure tracking data is being received reliably.
• Camera and lens calibration:
• Learn how to use the Mars Calibration Kit and accompanying Camera Calibration Tool to capture lens distortion.
• Create a reusable lens file asset within Unreal Engine based on your captured data.
• Calibrate the crucial nodal point offset for accurate parallax.
• Workflow optimization: Master essential tips and tricks for reducing latency, performing a one-click origin reset, and maintaining a robust connection.
• Advanced features: Explore how to integrate lens encoder data (FIZ) for enhanced real-time control