What is a Guided Viewing
Enviz Guided Viewing enables a Presenter to control a Viewer’s VR experience. This can be done either face-to-face or remotely. The Presenter uses a tablet, while the Viewer connects via a VR headset or another tablet or phone.
Face to Face Guided Viewing
In this scenario, the Presenter sets up both the tablet and the headset.
Tablet (Presenter)
Connect to WiFi:
For iPads: Swipe down from the top-right corner.
For Samsung devices: Swipe down from the top of the screen.
Open the Enviz App:
Select Guided Viewing from the top-right menu.
Create a Session:
Leave the existing session ID or create a new one using a three-digit number. Share this number with the Viewer.
Adjust session settings (e.g., turn Voice Chat off for face-to-face sessions).
Start the Session:
Select Start Session.
In the waiting room, select the project you wish to view.
Control the Experience:
When the VR user appears on the floorplan, select the desired room and confirm the location.
You are now in control of the Viewer’s experience.
VR Headset (Viewer)
Connect to WiFi:
Turn on the headset and create your guardian.
Press the Meta button on the right controller to access the menu and connect to a WiFi network.
Open the Enviz App:
Navigate to Guided Viewing from the left menu.
Join the Session:
Enter the session ID provided by the Presenter.
Enter your name.
Experience Control:
The Presenter will guide the session.
Tablet (Viewer)
Connect to WiFi:
For iPads: Swipe down from the top-right corner.
For Samsung devices: Swipe down from the top of the screen.
Open the Enviz App:
Select Guided Viewing.
Join the Session:
Enter the session ID provided by the Presenter.
Enter your name and wait for the Presenter to start the session.
Explore the Experience:
Select Walkthrough Mode from the bottom-left corner.
Follow the on-screen prompts to confirm the floor level.
Remote Guided Viewing
For remote sessions, the Presenter’s setup process remains the same. However, ensure that Voice Chat is turned on to facilitate communication.
VR or Tablet User (Viewer)
Install the Enviz App:
Download the app on your tablet or VR headset.
Join the Session:
Enter the session ID provided by the Presenter to connect.
Navigating a Guided Viewing
Audio Settings
Turn audio on/off via the Settings icon in the top-left corner during the session.
Navigating the Floorplan
Select the Floorplan Icon from the bottom-right menu.
Choose the room you want the Viewer to explore.
Ensure the Viewer’s avatar is correctly placed on the floorplan.
If the avatar appears in a black area, on furniture, or between walls, ask the Viewer to move to the correct location.
Changing Designs
Select the House Icon from the bottom-right menu.
Choose a design from the available options.
Confirm the Viewer’s avatar is in a safe location before switching.
Changing Colour Schemes
Select the Paint Palette Icon from the bottom-right menu.
Choose the desired colour scheme.
Changing Views
Select the Eye Icon from the bottom-right menu.
Choose the VR user to view their perspective.
Use the split-screen view to monitor both the scene and the VR user’s experience.
To exit split-screen mode, select the icon again.
Best Practices for Guided Viewing
Session Privacy: Share the session ID securely to ensure only intended participants join.
Pre-Session Setup: Test the connection and navigation controls before starting the session.
Clear Communication: For remote sessions, ensure all participants have stable internet connections and voice chat is enabled.