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Installing SimLab VR Viewer


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This chapter details the procedure for installing the SimLab VR Viewer application on macOS. SimLab VR Viewer is a free, essential cross-platform application required to run, view, and participate in VR experiences, including collaboration sessions and viewing shared SimLab VR packages (.vrpackage files).

1.1 Download and Installation


To download the latest version of the SimLab VR Viewer installer for macOS, follow the link below.

Action:

Download the latest version of SimLab VR Viewer for your operating system. 

[Download for macOS] 

  1. Once the download is complete, locate the installer file (typically named something like SimLab_VR_Viewer_latest.exe) in your designated downloads folder.

  2. Double-click the installer file to initiate the installation process.

  3. Follow the on-screen instructions of the Setup Wizard:

    • Read and accept the License Agreement.

    • Select the Installation Location (the default path is usually recommended).

    • Click Install to begin copying the files.

  4. Wait for the installation to complete. A progress bar will indicate the status.

  5. Once the installation is finished, click Finish. The option to Launch SimLab VR Viewer may be selected by default; if so, the application will start immediately.




1.2 System Requirements (Minimum)


Ensure your macOS system meets the following minimum requirements to run the SimLab VR Viewer effectively, especially for VR mode:

Component macOS Requirement
Operating System Latest macOS Monterey (12) or later
Processor Quad-core Intel, 2.5 GHz or faster, or Apple Silicon (M1/M2/etc.)
Memory (RAM) 8 GB or more
Graphics Card Metal 1.2 Compatible Graphics Card
Free Storage 4 GB