Q&A

1. Question: Does this come with controllers?
   Answer: This is the VR headset only and it does not include controllers or base stations in the package. The headset is fully compatible with SteamVR 1.0 and 2.0 base stations and controllers if you purchase them.
   
2. Question: Does this require anything other than controllers and a pc? does it work with windows 11? base station, trackers, etc are just optional correct?
   Answer: Yes, base stations, controllers and trackers are all optional. The headset is fully compatible with Windows 10 and Windows 11.
   
3. Question: Can the kdmas headphones be easily removed?
   Answer: Yes the speakers are held on with a screw that is behind the velcro on either side and can easily be removed and upgraded.
   
4. Question: Does the Headset need an additional link box or is that all included?
   Answer: No link box is required for operation and you simply plug the cables into your USB and Displayport on your PC then install the software. SteamVR will then recognize the headset.
   
5. Question: What do i need extra for it to work with dcs world?
   Answer: DCS World only requires the headset a keyboard and mouse. It can also operate with a HOTAS if you have one.
   
6. Question: Does this headset work with the razer blade laptop? specs are: intel core i7-9750h 6 core, nvidia geforce rtx 2080 max-q.
   Answer: As a general rule we do not recommend this headset be used with any laptop computer.
   
7. Question: Does the package include Controllers and Base Stations?
   Answer: The package includes the headset, two-in-one cable (DP+USB) and the foam face pads. Controllers and base stations are sold separately. The headset is fully compatible with SteamVR compatible controllers and base stations.
   
8. Question: Does it have a built in Microphone?
   Answer: Yes,it does.
   
9. Question: Can i use this for blender or unreal engine? can it be used like a monitor plug to my dp port in rtx 2080 card?
   Answer: Yes, this headset is compatible with Blender and Unreal Engine. It can run anything other common PCVR headsets can run.
   
10. Question: I use glasses, can I use the headset without the glasses?
    Answer: Two foam pads are included a thin and a thick facial pad for use with glasses. For glasses wearers we recommend using the included thick face pad for the best experience.
    
11. Question: Do I need to download windows mixed reality or some other apps to use this?
    Answer: Steam VR and our driver software called “Pitool” are required to operate the headset. WMR is not needed.
    
12. Question: Is this headset resolution really 4k per eye?
    Answer: Yes, the Pimax 8KX uses 4K native per eye resolution. The highest overall resolution of any mass produced headset.
    
13. Question: Can the Pimax 8kx kdmas also be used as just a monitor for my desktop?
    Answer: You can install Virtual Desktop or Big screen from Steam VR to use your headset as a monitor.
    
14. Question: What’s the difference between the KDMAS and SMAS versions of the headset?
    Answer: The KDMAS uses upgraded speakers and also uses soft cups that touch your ear. The SMAS produces audio above your ear.
    
15. Question: I am using a laptop that has hdmi port and usb ports. Would this work with those connections?
    Answer: We do not recommend using the Pimax 8KX with laptop PC’s at this time.
    
16. Question: Can the VR Headset be used for ps4?Answer: This headset is a PCVR device that connects to a Windows 10 or 11 based PC using a cable and is not PS4 or PS5 compatible.
    
17. Question: Better then vive pro 2? And why cheaper on pimax website?
    Answer: The Pimax 8KX includes higher resolution and a much wider field of view than the Vive Pro 2. (120 degrees horizontal vs. 170 degrees horizontal). The prices will vary on different sites from time to time based on market conditions and other factors.
    
18. Question: Can this be used for Half-Life: Alyx?
    Answer: Yes. In view of that Half-Life: Alyx is a room scale VR game that is very immersive and we highly recommend it. In addition to the headset it requires you own at minimum of 1 base station and a pair of SteamVR controllers to play.
    
19. Question: Is the headset like other vr headsets where I have to keep the visor pointed in the direction of the monitor?
    Answer: It depends on what type of SteamVR contents you play. For example, you don’t need to face the monitor if you played “Seated” or “Standing” VR games or watched VR videos. If you wanted to Play “Room-Scale” VR contents with extra 2 base stations of HTC VIVE or Valve Index, you can move or turn around with 360 degrees. Under the circumstance of one base station only, you’d better face rather than turn your back to the base station to avoid the lost of tracking.
    
20. Question: Can you play without a base station and handle?
    Answer: The Pimax 8KX can operate without base stations and controllers. Games such as flight and driving simulators often do not require them. Room scale games such as Beat Saber and Half-Life Alyx require at least 1 base station and a pair of SteamVR compatible controllers.
    
21. Question: Is this headset compatible with PS 4？
    Answer: The PImax vision 8K x VR headset can be used as a PC using the windows 10 / 11 operating system, but is not compatible with PS4. The latter is only suitable for home VR VR, and can not be used for third party VR headset display.
    
22. Question: May I use glasses?
    Answer: However, the glasses may distort.
    
23. Question: Do you have a controller? Moreover, what kind of thing should I buy when buying separately?
    Answer: You can add the Pimax Sword controllers.
    HTC vive controller and valve index controller can be used also.
    Other than PImax
    Base station (best 2)
    Controller (vive or index)
    If you have a full body tracking, such as vrchat, vive tracker will require three hip and two feet.
    I think that it is better to have earphones and headphones because the sound quality is very bad.
    Also, if you are using vrchat, PC spec is currently at most 8K free. 
    
24. Question: How does this headset compare to vive pro2?
    Answer: In hardware, the main difference between 8K X and pro2 is the viewing angle (200 degrees FOV vs 120 degrees FOV) and physical resolution (2 vs 4K vs 5K), both of which are quite different.
    
25. Question: In the previous question, it is possible to use the DP converter on HDMI. Is it impossible to watch the video but not the game?
    Answer: Generally we do not recommend using the Pimax 8KX with a laptop. Laptop HDMI transfer is not supported, but if the laptop a VR ready series, you can sometimes use the 8-106-dp DP conversion cable to the USB – C. You also have to set the discrete video card to be the primary GPU in your BIOS.
    Both video and games can be seen if configured fully. 
    
26. Question: If used in flight simulator. Do you need a base station?
    Answer: No base stations or controllers are required for use in games such as MSFS2020. However many people feel it is more immersive and works better if you do have at least 1 base station.