This quick guide shows the necessary configuration steps to bridge Autodesk 3DS Max into Virtual Reality for SteamVROculus Rift, Oculus Quest 1 & 2HTC Vive (Pro), HTC FocusHP Reverb and Windows Mixed Reality HMDs. The guide also applies for bridging Autodesk 3DS Max for Powerwalls, 3D stereo projectors, CAVEs and DOMEs..

Guide to bridge Autodesk 3DS Max into Virtual Reality:

  • Start the moreViz Launcher
  • Notice the moreViz-Tray icon (next to system time) and right-click it, select “moreViz Application Enabler”
  • Click “Locate known Apps”. The more3D application enabler will search the standard program files folders for known Autodesk 3DS Max installations and add them to the list.
  • If your Autodesk 3DS Max is installed to a non standard directory, please click “Add”, locate the “3dsmax.exe” file. The standard path is:
    ““X:\Program Files\Autodesk\3ds Max 20xx\” (xx = version number).
  • Click the Enable button right next to the newly created entry.
  • Close the Application Enabler.
  • Start 3ds Max. Click the button in the top left corner to display the menu, select “Options”.
  • Switch to the “Viewports” tab. Click on “Choose Driver”. Select “Legacy OpenGL” and exit Autodesk 3DS Max.
  • The moreViz VR bridging function is now available for the Autodesk 3DS Max installation.
  • Start the moreViz Client(s) and then start Autodesk 3DS Max.
  • To switch between active viewport for VR-bridging, check this quick tutorial video:

In case there are any issues with the visualization in the moreViz client, make sure to have followed these guides:

  • Dual GPU & Quadro guide: For frozen or black image in client
  • Fit the 3D into the host app’s viewport: in case geometry is missing in the moreViz client

Quick Tipps:

  • For best performance with HMD, set the connection type to shared memory in the moreViz Launcher’s Connection Settings (only available for single-client setups on the local computer).
  • For best visual impression, set AntiAliasing / Pixel Density to 2x (or higher) in the moreViz Launcher’s Client Settings
  • SteamVR only: To operate the host application’s graphics user interface, check the SteamVR Desktops function of the SteamVR Dashboard.

The moreViz Software bridges over 35 applications to any SteamVR compatible Head Mounted Display and 3D Projectors. No Import/Export hassle, but a 1:1 VR plugin!
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