NarraSense is a platform for synchronized immersive and multisensory experiences.
The NarraSense system combines an operator-controlled NarraSense Studio running on a Windows computer with one or more NarraSense Players running on Meta Quest headsets.
Studio coordinates sessions over the local network, while immersive media is stored and played locally on each headset for reliable synchronized playback.
NarraSense can also coordinate supported external devices such as scent hardware alongside the immersive experience.
Optional multisensory hardware is controlled separately by NarraSense Studio.
A public Internet connection is not required for normal operation. The Studio computer and Quest headsets only need to be able to communicate over the same local network.
Connect the NarraSense computer and Quest headset(s) to the same local network.
Launch NarraSense Studio on the Windows computer and wait until the interface is ready.
If you are using a router that is not connected to the internet, configure it in the Network Setup page.
Launch NarraSense Player on the Quest headset. No controller or hand interaction is required.
NarraSense Player automatically searches for NarraSense Studio on the local network. A connection indication appears in the app.
In Headset Setup, give the connected headset a name and assign its language.
Once the headset appears as connected, select the required experience and control playback from NarraSense Studio.
The Player is connected to NarraSense Studio and ready to receive session and playback commands.
A previously established connection was interrupted. NarraSense Player automatically attempts to reconnect.
The Player has not located NarraSense Studio on the current local network.
If a headset does not connect:
NarraSense Player is intentionally designed as a managed immersive-media endpoint rather than a standalone consumer media player.
Playback, session selection and multi-headset control are handled by NarraSense Studio. Media itself is played locally on each headset.
The system is designed primarily for professionally operated experiences including museums, exhibitions, educational installations, demonstrations and location-based immersive experiences.
If you contact NarraSense Support, please include where possible:
Support: support@narrasense.nl