Xcelerate LaunchPad Tutorial

The LaunchPad tutorial is a guided introduction to using the Xcelerate headset. Simple and supportive, it prepares users to explore the apps and experiences ahead with confidence. Step by step, the tutorial introduces the core controls, navigation tools and headset settings. Each stage is interactive and supported with prompts, ensuring that every action is practiced and understood before progressing. This app illustrates how straightforward it is to get started in VR, even for complete beginners. By practicing controller functions and menu access in a structured way, users finish the tutorial ready to enjoy the full range of Xcelerate experiences. **Key Features:** - Introduces essential headset functions: controllers, movement, and settings - Designed for first-time VR users and those new to Xcelerate - Interactive prompts support learning and build user confidence ## Content Overview: This course is one module. ## Duration & Guidance: This module is approximately five to ten minutes in duration, though times may vary depending on the user. We recommend undertaking this experience standing, although a seated experience is also possible. ## Module: Xcelerate LaunchPad{.objective .objective1} ## Learning Objectives: 1. Understand how to use the main buttons and functions on the Xcelerate controllers{.info} 2. Practice moving and interacting in a VR environment using grab, teleport, and snap-turn controls{.info} 3. Access and adjust the settings menu to manage the headset experience{.info} # STEP-BY-STEP EXPERIENCE GUIDE{.objective .objective} - **Pick up the controllers** – Place the left controller in the left hand and the right controller in the right hand - **Learn the buttons** – Work through all the controller buttons as prompted on screen - **Practice grabbing** – Use the grip button to pick up objects - **Activate the laser function** – Use the guidelines and press the trigger to pop bubbles - **Try movement options** – Use the thumbstick to snap-turn, tilt the headset to turn around, and push the right thumbstick forward to teleport - **Recentre the view** – Hold the menu button on the left controller to reset the position - **Open the settings menu** – Double-click the square button on the right controller to adjust volume, brightness, or exit apps - **Complete the tutorial** – Follow the final prompt to return to the home environment