Motion Capture
MANUS Bodypack Lite | Compact, Wireless Motion Capture
By MANUS
Compact, body-worn wireless transmitter for MANUS gloves. Frees the performer from a wired connection to the workstation for full-body and volume capture.
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The MANUS Metagloves Pro are professional-grade motion capture gloves designed for high-precision finger tracking, reliable hand data, and repeatable motion capture across robotics, XR, research, simulation, and animation workflows.
Powered by MANUS’ advanced Electro Magnetic Field (EMF) tracking, Metagloves Pro capture detailed finger movement without optical occlusion, making them ideal for applications where hand motion must be tracked accurately even when cameras, markers, or line-of-sight tracking are limited.
With detachable top modules, swappable batteries, persistent calibration profiles, and support for multi-user glove textiles, Metagloves Pro scale from individual research setups to full production environments.
Features
- High-Precision EMF Tracking: Advanced EMF fingertip tracking captures detailed hand and finger motion with high accuracy, low latency, and no optical occlusion.
- 25 Degrees of Freedom: Captures a full anatomical hand model, including joint-level movement and subtle finger motion for detailed digital hand reconstruction.
- Fast Calibration: Persistent calibration profiles help reduce setup time and allow users to move between sessions, takes, glove textiles, or battery swaps with minimal interruption.
- Detachable Top Module: The electronics are built into a removable top module, allowing teams to share modules across different glove textiles and user sizes.
- Modular & Scalable Design: Swappable glove textiles, interchangeable batteries, and replaceable components support multi-user labs, production teams, and long-running research environments.
- Wired or Wireless Operation: Use USB-C for wired workflows or the MANUS wireless dongle for Bluetooth-based wireless operation up to 15 meters, depending on the environment.
- Professional Pipeline Integration: Stream glove data into Unreal Engine, Unity, MotionBuilder, Xsens MVN, OptiTrack, Qualisys, and other supported workflows, or export data for production and analysis.
- SDK & Custom Workflows: MANUS Core and SDK support allow teams to build custom integrations for robotics, XR interaction, motion science, digital twins, and AI training pipelines.
Technical Specifications
- Tracking Technology: 5 EMF fingertip sensors with 6 DOF tracking
- Data Output: 3-axis positional and 3-axis rotational data
- Degrees of Freedom: 25 DOF anatomical hand tracking
- Sampling Rate: 120Hz
- Motion-to-Data Latency: 30ms wired / 50ms wireless
- Connectivity: USB 2.0 Type-C wired connection
- Wireless Communication: MANUS wireless dongle via Bluetooth 5.0
- Wireless Range: Up to 15 meters / 49 feet, depending on environment
- Battery Type: Interchangeable Metagloves Pro battery
- Battery Life: Up to 3 hours of continuous use
- Charging Time: Approximately 2 hours
- Charging: USB Type-C, 5V / 0.5A
- Weight: 167 grams / 5.88 oz per medium glove with electronics and battery
- Glove Type: Full-finger textile glove
- Available Sizes: Multiple glove sizes available
- Software: MANUS Core 3.0 or later
Tracking Environment Note
MANUS Metagloves Pro use Electro Magnetic Field (EMF) tracking to deliver high-precision finger movement data. Like other EMF-based tracking systems, performance can be affected by strong magnetic fields, large conductive metal objects, magnetized tools, motors, or nearby electronic devices that interfere with the local tracking field.
For best results, avoid operating the gloves directly against large metal objects, active motors, magnetized tools, or electronics that may generate magnetic interference. In these environments, users may experience temporary tracking jitter, drift, or reduced positional accuracy. Performance typically improves when the gloves are moved away from the interfering object or device.
In the Box
- MANUS Metagloves Pro sensor gloves, left and right
- Metagloves Pro top modules
- MANUS wireless dongle
- Swappable batteries
- USB-C cables
- Reflective optical markers
- Getting Started Guide
- Travel case
Note: Third-party adapters, including VIVE and Xsens adapters, are sold separately.
Software
For new deployments, choose MANUS Core Motion Capture for motion capture, animation, previz, and XR workflows, or MANUS Core Robotics for teleoperation, data collection, robot learning, and developer workflows. Both are available as annual subscriptions or perpetual licenses. Existing Core 3 perpetual licenses continue to run; MANUS support and updates for Core 3 end December 31, 2026.
Use Cases
MANUS Metagloves Pro are ideal for detailed finger tracking in robotics research, teleoperation, VR training, motion capture, digital twins, motion science, ergonomic analysis, virtual prototyping, and human-machine interaction research.
For robotics and embodied AI workflows, the gloves provide high-fidelity human hand data that can support dexterous manipulation research, demonstration capture, imitation learning, and remote control of robotic hands.
FAQ
Are MANUS Metagloves Pro fully magnetically immune?
No. MANUS Metagloves Pro use EMF tracking, which is highly accurate in normal operating environments but can be affected by strong magnetic fields, large metal objects, magnetized tools, motors, or nearby electronics.
Can I use the gloves while holding metal objects?
Light interaction with small metal objects may work depending on the object and environment, but holding or working directly against conductive or magnetized metal may cause temporary tracking jitter, drift, or reduced accuracy.
What types of objects can interfere with EMF tracking?
Large metal surfaces, magnetized tools, active motors, robotic hardware, industrial machines, and electronic devices can interfere with the tracking field and affect sensor accuracy.
How do I get the best tracking performance?
Use the gloves in an open tracking area, keep the hand modules and fingertip sensors away from strong magnetic sources, and test the setup before production use if your workflow involves metal tools, robotic hands, or industrial equipment.
Are the gloves good for robotics and teleoperation?
Yes. Metagloves Pro are widely used for robotics research, teleoperation, motion data capture, and dexterous manipulation workflows. If the robot, tool, or workcell contains significant metal or active electronics, we recommend testing the gloves in the final environment and adjusting the setup to reduce interference.

The MANUS Metagloves Pro Haptic are professional haptic data gloves designed for high-precision hand tracking with integrated tactile feedback. Built on MANUS’ EMF tracking platform, the Haptic edition combines detailed finger motion capture with real-time vibrotactile response for robotics, teleoperation, XR training, simulation, motion science, and embodied AI research.
Where the standard Metagloves Pro focus on precise hand data, the Haptic edition adds a layer of touch feedback that helps operators feel interaction cues, object contact, grip confirmation, and motion guidance in real time.
With detachable haptic top modules, swappable batteries, persistent calibration profiles, and SDK support, Metagloves Pro Haptic are built for teams developing high-fidelity interaction systems, dexterous robotic control, and immersive training environments.
Features
- High-Precision EMF Tracking: Advanced EMF tracking captures detailed finger motion with high accuracy and no optical occlusion, making the gloves suitable for robotics, XR, simulation, and motion science workflows.
- Integrated Haptic Feedback: Built-in vibrotactile actuators provide tactile response across the fingers, helping users feel contact, interaction cues, grip confirmation, and guided motion feedback.
- 25 Degrees of Freedom: Captures a full anatomical hand model, including fine finger movement and joint-level detail for lifelike digital hand reconstruction.
- Real-Time Vibrotactile Control: Haptic feedback can be controlled at high speed, allowing teams to build responsive interaction systems for XR, teleoperation, simulation, and robotic manipulation.
- Detachable Haptic Top Module: Electronics and connectivity are built into a removable top module, allowing teams to move modules between compatible glove textiles for multi-user use.
- Fast, Persistent Calibration: Calibration profiles are designed to reduce reset time across sessions, battery swaps, or user changes.
- Swappable Battery System: Interchangeable batteries support continuous workflows, multi-session use, and production environments where downtime matters.
- SDK & Custom Development: MANUS SDK support enables custom haptic patterns, robotics control models, AI interaction environments, and advanced simulation workflows.
- Professional Integrations: Stream motion data into supported platforms including Unreal Engine, Unity, MotionBuilder, Xsens MVN, OptiTrack, Qualisys, and other MANUS Core-supported pipelines.
Technical Specifications
- Tracking Technology: 5 EMF fingertip sensors with 6 DOF tracking
- Data Output: 3-axis positional and 3-axis rotational data
- Degrees of Freedom: 25 DOF anatomical hand tracking
- Sampling Rate: 120Hz
- Motion-to-Data Latency: 30ms wired / 50ms wireless
- Haptic Technology: 5 LRA vibration motors
- Haptic Intensity Control: 256 dynamic levels per finger
- Haptic Control Rate: 120Hz
- Feedback Type: 1-dimensional vibrotactile feedback
- Feedback Latency: 4ms wired / 16ms wireless
- Connectivity: USB 2.0 Type-C wired connection
- Wireless Communication: MANUS wireless dongle via Bluetooth 5.0
- Wireless Range: Up to 15 meters / 49 feet, depending on environment
- Battery Type: Interchangeable Metagloves Pro battery
- Battery Life: Up to 3 hours of continuous use
- Charging Time: Approximately 2 hours
- Charging: USB Type-C, 5V / 0.5A
- Weight: 178 grams / 6.28 oz per medium glove with electronics and battery
- Glove Type: Full-finger textile glove with integrated fingertip sensors and finger haptic actuators
- Software: MANUS Core 3.0 or later
Tracking Environment Note
MANUS Metagloves Pro Haptic use Electro Magnetic Field (EMF) tracking to deliver high-precision finger movement data. Like other EMF-based tracking systems, performance can be affected by strong magnetic fields, large conductive metal objects, magnetized tools, motors, or nearby electronic devices that interfere with the local tracking field.
For best results, avoid operating the gloves directly against large metal objects, active motors, magnetized tools, or electronics that may generate magnetic interference. In these environments, users may experience temporary tracking jitter, drift, or reduced positional accuracy. Performance typically improves when the gloves are moved away from the interfering object or device.
For robotics, teleoperation, and industrial use cases, we recommend testing the gloves in the final working environment, especially when the workflow includes robotic hands, metal tools, motors, machinery, or electronic equipment near the operator’s hands.
In the Box
- MANUS Metagloves Pro Haptic textile gloves
- Metagloves Pro Haptic top modules
- MANUS wireless dongle
- Swappable batteries
- USB-C cables
- Reflective optical markers
- Getting Started Guide
- Travel case
Note: Third-party adapters, including VIVE and Xsens adapters, are sold separately.
Software
For new deployments, choose MANUS Core Motion Capture for motion capture, animation, previz, and XR workflows, or MANUS Core Robotics for teleoperation, data collection, robot learning, and developer workflows. Both are available as annual subscriptions or perpetual licenses. Existing Core 3 perpetual licenses continue to run; MANUS support and updates for Core 3 end December 31, 2026.
Use Cases
MANUS Metagloves Pro Haptic are ideal for workflows that require both accurate hand tracking and tactile interaction feedback. They are especially useful for robotic teleoperation, dexterous manipulation, embodied AI research, XR training, digital twins, immersive simulation, motion science, ergonomic research, and high-fidelity animation.
The added haptic layer can improve operator confidence, spatial awareness, and interaction realism by giving users tactile confirmation during virtual or remote manipulation tasks.
FAQ
What is the difference between Metagloves Pro and Metagloves Pro Haptic?
Metagloves Pro focus on high-precision hand and finger tracking. Metagloves Pro Haptic add integrated vibrotactile feedback, allowing users to receive tactile cues during XR, robotics, teleoperation, and simulation workflows.
Are MANUS Metagloves Pro Haptic fully magnetically immune?
No. The gloves use EMF tracking, which is highly accurate in normal operating environments but can be affected by strong magnetic fields, large metal objects, magnetized tools, active motors, or nearby electronics.
Can I use the gloves around robotic hands or metal tools?
Yes, but performance depends on the robot, tool, and environment. Robotic hardware, metal end effectors, motors, and industrial equipment may cause interference, so the setup should be tested before production use.
What happens if there is magnetic interference?
Users may see temporary tracking jitter, drift, or reduced positional accuracy. Moving away from the interfering object or adjusting the workspace usually improves tracking quality.
Can the haptic feedback be customized?
Yes. The haptic system can be customized through MANUS software and SDK workflows, making it suitable for custom XR interactions, teleoperation cues, training scenarios, and robotics research.
Who should choose the Haptic version?
Choose Metagloves Pro Haptic if your workflow benefits from tactile feedback, such as robotic teleoperation, dexterous manipulation training, XR simulation, embodied AI research, or immersive training where users need to feel interaction cues.
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Product details
Overview
The MANUS Bodypack Lite offers an advanced and lightweight solution for wireless motion capture, optimized for unparalleled freedom of movement and seamless integration. Designed to work effortlessly with MANUS Metagloves and compatible with various motion capture systems like Xsens MVN and OptiTrack Motive, the Bodypack Lite ensures zero data loss and unlimited range through Wi-Fi 6E. At 73% smaller and 60% lighter than its predecessor, it offers improved comfort and versatility for any motion capture suit, making it an ideal choice for studios, developers, and educational institutions.
Features
- On-Body Recording: Capture every frame with zero data loss at 120 fps. Effortlessly export recordings as .FBX or .CSV files.
- Unlimited Range Live Streaming over WiFi: Extend your range with WiFi 6 streaming. Stream live hand capture data to workstations running OptiTrack Motive 3, Autodesk MotionBuilder, Unreal Engine, or Unity.
- Export as Solved Hand Skeletons or Virtual Markers: Export data as solved hands or virtual markers for seamless integration with optical pipelines.
- Triggered Recording with Timecode & Genlock Compatibility: Enable synchronized recording of hand data with other tracking data, supporting Timecode and Genlock.
- No Subscription Costs: Stream live hand capture data to workstations without any subscription fees.
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Free Software Development Kit (SDK): Access Manus' open SDK to build custom integrations.
Compatibility
- Motion Capture Systems: Xsens MVN, OptiTrack Motive, Qualisys QTM, Nokov XingYing, Motion Analysis Cortex.
- Software Integrations: Autodesk MotionBuilder, Unreal Engine, Unity.
- Glove Compatibility: MANUS Metagloves Series, Prime 3 Series (requires Prime 3 Wireless Dongle for wireless connection).
- Triggered Recording Systems: Vicon, OptiTrack, Qualisys, Xsens, PeelCapture, Rokoko.
Specifications
- Frame Rate: 120 fps.
- Storage: On-board with zero data loss.
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz), Ethernet (1 Gbps).
- Power Input: USB Type-C, 5V/2.4A.
- Power Consumption: ~2.5W.
- Battery Life: Up to 7 hours (with 19Wh Power Bank).
- Ports: 2x USB 2.0 Type-A (for MANUS gloves, MANUS Wireless Dongle).
- Weight: 95 grams.
- Body Attachment: Velcro-backed casing, strap attachment points (strap not included).
Use Cases
- Professional Motion Capture: Ideal for studios and developers needing high-fidelity motion capture with extensive range and reliability.
- Education and Research: Perfect for academic institutions focusing on motion analysis and virtual training environments.
- Game Development: Seamless integration with Unity and Unreal Engine for creating lifelike animations and in-game motion capture.
- Film and Animation: Use in conjunction with Metagloves to capture precise hand movements for visual effects and character animation.
- Virtual Reality Training: Suitable for VR training modules that require accurate and real-time hand tracking with low latency.
In the Box
- 1x Quantum Bodypack
- 2x 2m USB-C cables
- 1x WiFi 6 antenna
- 1x Charging accessories
- 1x User manual
Quantum Bodypack vs Bodypack Lite
- Size & Weight: The Bodypack Lite is 73% smaller and 60% lighter (95g) than the Quantum Bodypack, significantly improving comfort and ease of use during extended motion capture sessions.
- Power Consumption: With a low power consumption of ~2.5W, the Bodypack Lite offers longer battery life, reducing the need for frequent charging breaks.
- Integration: The Bodypack Lite features an integrated dongle, streamlining the connection process with MANUS Metagloves, whereas the Quantum Bodypack may require additional setup for wireless connections.
- Connectivity: Both devices support Wi-Fi 6, but the Bodypack Lite introduces the latest Wi-Fi 6E standard, offering more stable connections across multiple frequencies for uninterrupted data streaming.
Features
- On-Body Recording: Capture every frame with zero data loss at 120 fps. Effortlessly export recordings as .FBX or .CSV files.
- Unlimited Range Live Streaming over WiFi: Extend your range with WiFi 6 streaming. Stream live hand capture data to workstations running OptiTrack Motive 3, Autodesk MotionBuilder, Unreal Engine, or Unity.
- Export as Solved Hand Skeletons or Virtual Markers: Export data as solved hands or virtual markers for seamless integration with optical pipelines.
- Triggered Recording with Timecode & Genlock Compatibility: Enable synchronized recording of hand data with other tracking data, supporting Timecode and Genlock.
- No Subscription Costs: Stream live hand capture data to workstations without any subscription fees.
- Free Software Development Kit (SDK): Access Manus' open SDK to build custom integrations.
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