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Developer Software Packages

NDI software packages support quick configuration, validation, and integration of Polaris® and Aurora® tracking technology, reducing configuration and integration time for OEM development teams.  

NDI ToolBox™

ToolBox is a comprehensive utility software package designed to help users configure, troubleshoot, validate, and visualize positional data for NDI Optical and Electromagnetic Tracking platforms.

The latest version, ToolBox 7 includes:

  • Enhanced 3D views with customizable layouts and preferred viewing configurations
  • New Session feature allowing users to save and reload ToolBox settings and preferences — ideal for repeat experiments and complex setups
  • Improved data recording and playback functionality for more efficient analysis and testing
  • Enhanced Script IDE enabling customers to build, test, and validate API commands more effectively
  • Support for Aurora Turbo mode, allowing for a higher tracking rate
  • Includes a built in video client for streaming with the Polaris Vega VT Optical Tracker
  • Supports upcoming NDI product releases

To enable these features, download the latest version of ToolBox through our support site

NDI Polaris Vega XT, Polaris Lyra, and Aurora tracking systems displayed in front of a monitor running NDI Tool Tracker software with 3D tracking data.

Cygna-6D™

A software application that supports characterization for NDI tracking platforms.

  • Characterize your own tracking tools
  • Define your own origin of interest
  • Create and program Tool Definition files
  • Supported on Windows, Mac and Linux

Sample Code & API Support

Designed to support OEMs at all stages of their development for integration with their host software. With 50+ commands and over 100 parameters, it provides control over tracking configuration, data streaming, measurement rates, and tool transformations, including dedicated features for video-enabled systems.  Sample source code available (C++, C#, MATLAB and Python).