PST Pico

Compact precision for short-distance optical tracking

The PST Pico is the smallest optical tracker in the PST family, engineered for short-range, high-accuracy tracking in compact environments. About the size of a pair of glasses and weighing less than 0.2 kg, it is easy to mount on monitors, simulators, head-mounted displays (HMDs), or embedded into custom systems.

With a tracking range starting from just 5 cm and extending up to 1.5 m, the PST Pico delivers reliable positional tracking where space is extremely limited. A wide field of view ensures stable performance even in tight setups.

⚙️ Why choose the PST Pico optical tracking system?

High-precision short-range optical tracking

The PST Pico is purpose-built for close-range optical tracking.(5 cm to 1.5 m) It performs where other motion tracking systems struggle — in desktop, simulator, and HMD setups where every centimeter matters.

Ultra-compact and lightweight design

At just 15 × 4 × 4 cm (W×H×D) and weighing < 0.2 kg, the PST Pico can be integrated almost anywhere. Its minimal footprint makes it an excellent fit for embedded systems and portable simulators

Wide field of view for reliable tracking

Even in compact spaces, the PST Pico’s wide field of view enables stable, low-latency tracking without constant repositioning. Mount it to a monitor, a cockpit panel, or an HMD housing and get consistent motion data

Fast and simple integration

Every PST Pico ships with the full PST Software Suite, which includes tools for setup, calibration, data streaming, and SDK access. You’ll be up and running quickly, whether you’re integrating into a research environment, training simulator, or production system.

🔧PST Pico technical specifications

High-precision short-range optical tracking

Tracking range: 5 cm to 1.5 m
Device dimensions: 15 × 4 × 4 cm (W×H×D)
Weight: < 0.2 kg
Field of view: Wide FOV for close-range tracking
Integration software: PST Software Suite (PST Client, PST SDK, Data Transfer tools)
Use case focus: Short-distance optical tracking / compact installations

Talk to an optical tracking specialist

Want to integrate PST Pico into your simulator, training device, HMD or research setup? Our engineers can advise you on tracking volume, mounting position and software integration.

🧭 Where PST Pico is used

PST Pico is trusted in environments that demand accurate optical tracking at short distance — without the bulk of a large tracking system.

Head-Mounted Displays (HMDs)

Track head position and orientation in VR / AR headsets and helmet-mounted displays. Ideal for pilot training, medical simulation and immersive operator training.

Desktop & monitor-mounted setups

Add precision tracking to fixed workstations, research benches, or medical systems without requiring a large tracking volume.

Compact simulators and training rigs

Perfect for cockpit trainers, maintenance trainers, medical simulators and other operator training systems where components sit close to the user.

Embedded / OEM integration

The small form factor and light weight allow the PST Pico to be built directly into products, medical devices or research prototypes as an embedded optical tracking module.

Laboratory & industrial R&D

Use the PST Pico in test benches, robotics labs, and human–machine interface experiments where you need repeatable, measurable motion tracking at close range

PST Pico FAQ

What is PST Pico?

PST Pico is a compact optical tracking system from PS-tech designed for accurate, short-range tracking at distances starting from just 5 cm. It is ideal for HMD tracking, simulators, and other setups where the tracking target is physically close to the sensor.

How small is the PST Pico?

The tracker measures only 15 × 4 × 4 cm (W×H×D) and weighs less than 0.2 kg, making it easy to mount even on lightweight rigs.

What software is included?

The PST Pico includes access to the PST Software Suite, including PST Client, PST SDK and data transfer utilities for integration. This makes it straightforward to stream tracking data into your application or simulation environment.

Can multiple objects be tracked?

Yes. Each PST model supports concurrent tracking of multiple bodies—such as head and tool tracking—via passive or active marker configurations.

Is PST Pico suitable for embedded or OEM use?

Yes. Because of its minimal size and weight, PST Pico can be integrated directly into head-mounted systems, training simulators, medical devices, and research prototypes as an embedded optical tracking module.

Can I scale up later?

Absolutely. If you later need to track in a larger space or at longer distances, you can move to PST Base / PST Base HD or PST Iris / PST Iris HD without changing supplier. We support full system families.