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Samsung Gear VR With Controller Lens Replacement

Samsung Gear VR With Controller Lens Replacement

If the lenses on your Samsung Gear VR with...

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Controller Batteries

Controller Batteries
Controller Motherboard

Controller Motherboard
Focus Wheel

Focus Wheel
Inner Mask

Inner Mask
Lens

Lens
Trackpad

Trackpad
USB Connector

USB Connector

Tools

These are some common tools used to work on this device. You might not need every tool for every procedure.

Troubleshooting

For additional help on the Samsung Gear VR with Controller, check out the device's troubleshooting page.

Background

The Samsung Gear VR with Controller (Model number: SM-R324NZAAXAR) was released to the public in April 2017 as a device used to create virtual reality out of a phone screen. By connecting any of the compatible Samsung phones (Galaxy S9, S9+, Note8, S8, S8+, S7, S7 edge, Note5, S6 edge+, S6, S6 edge, A8 Star, A8, and A8+), users can experience virtual reality.

The headset weighs .76 lbs and has a black, plastic exterior. It provides 360 degrees of viewing and allows for 2D and 3D content. The Samsung Gear VR connects to the phone via USB Type-C or Micro USB. A touchpad and back button are located on the right side of the headset.

The Gear VR also includes a small, lightweight controller that delivers a fast and easy way to interact with content. The controller has a wrist strap for secured grip and comfort.

Samsung has released six versions of the Samsung Gear VR headset. The SM-R324 is the second most recent model released. The newest model (SM-R325) has greater phone compatibility.

Identification

Technical Specifications

Headset

  • Dimensions: 207.1 x 120.7 x 98.6mm
  • Weight: 345g
  • Lens (Field of view (FOV)/Interpupilary distance (IPD)/Eye relief): 101˚/62mm (fixed)/10mm
  • Sensor: Gyro sensor/Proximity sensor
  • Phone Connection: USB Type-C & Micro USB
  • Compatible models: Galaxy Note9*, S9, S9+, Note8, S8, S8+, S7, S7 edge, Note5, S6 edge+, S6, S6 edge, A8 Star, A8, A8+ (Galaxy Note9 is only compatible with Gear VR model number SM-R325NZVC.)
  • Additional USB Port: USB Type-C for power connection, OTG USB memory, 3rd-party controller

Controller

  • Dimensions: 48.1 x 38.2 x 108.1mm
  • Weight: 64.3g (including battery and strap)
  • Sensor: Gyro sensor/Accelerometer/Magnetic (sampling Rate : 208Hz)
  • Indicator: 3-color LED * 1ea
  • Battery: AAA battery * 2ea (1000mAh, up to 40 days when used on average 2 hours a day)
  • Bluetooth: BT 4.2 BLE private profile
  • Compatible OS: Android Lollipop 5.0 or later

Source: Samsung Gear VR Specs

Additional Information

Wikipedia: Samsung Gear VR

Samsung's Official Page

Amazon Product Page

Samsung Gear VR Customer Review