Motion Capture Calibration with the Vicon Active Wand
The most reliable and consistent calibration just got faster and easier.
Motion Capture Calibration with the Vicon Active Wand
Motion Capture Calibration with the Vicon Active Wand
Dual Sided, High-intensity LEDs
The only wand in the industry to have high-intensity LEDs on both sides of the wand, speeding up calibration by up to 50%
Ergonomic handle
Designed for more comfort – faster and less physically demanding wand waves
Manufactured for 3rd party handle extension, to cater for large and tall volumes
Level adjustment
Manage your origin setting with spirit level and manual adjustment
Mode control
Use the wand mode panel to manage settings, LED brightness and battery charge
USB Charging
Now compatible with standard USB-C charging for ease of use and cord management
How the Vicon Active Wand Improves Motion Capture Calibration Accuracy
Fast and Efficient Motion Capture System Calibration Setup
Save time on every calibration – up to 50%
Easy Calibration in Optical and Hybrid Motion Capture Environments
Say goodbye to long, exhausting wand waves.
Achieving Reliable and Consistent Motion Capture Calibration Results
Reduced wand downtime with enhanced battery performance.
Choosing the Right Active Wand for Your System
The Active Wand (IR-only)
Made to calibrate any type of Vicon IR and video camera system, for any motion capture application.
The Active Wand Hybrid (NIR & IR):
For those that need to calibrate a mix of Vicon IR cameras, video and legacy NIR cameras – all with a single wand.
Built for every mocap application
Motion capture across all applications requires calibration that is swift and easy, no matter the size of your capture space.
Vicon’s new Active Wand speeds up wand waving by up to 50%, giving you the confidence to start capturing data without worrying about your setup—whether you’re working in life sciences, entertainment, engineering, VR or beyond.
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What is the Vicon Active Wand used for?
The Vicon Active Wand is a calibration tool used to align and configure motion capture systems. During setup, the wand is waved through the capture volume so its bright active LED markers can be detected by motion capture cameras. This allows the Vicon system to calculate accurate camera positions, orientations, and tracking geometry — a critical first step before recording motion data.
How does the Active Wand improve motion capture calibration?
The Active Wand improves motion capture calibration by making the process easier and more reliable. Its active LED markers are brighter and more visible than passive markers, allowing more cameras to detect them at once. This speeds up calibration, reduces the number of passes needed, and supports consistent, high-quality calibration even in larger or more complex capture volumes.
Which Vicon systems are compatible with the Active Wand?
The Active Wand is compatible with a wide range of Vicon hardware. It works with Vicon optical motion capture cameras — including models such as Valkyrie, Vero, Vantage, and supported video cameras — enabling accurate calibration across many capture setups. This broad compatibility helps teams calibrate their systems efficiently regardless of scale or application.
What is the difference between the Active Wand and Active Wand Hybrid?
The key difference between the Active Wand and the Active Wand Hybrid is the type of cameras each supports:
- Active Wand: Designed for calibration with Vicon’s infrared (IR) and video camera systems that use IR markers.
- Active Wand Hybrid: Includes both infrared (IR) and near-infrared (NIR) LED markers, enabling it to calibrate mixed camera systems that combine legacy NIR cameras with newer IR cameras.
The Hybrid wand is ideal for facilities that maintain older cameras alongside newer Vicon hardware, allowing one tool to serve both calibration needs.