Getting started

Getting started with NextLayer.

Most organisations are up and running within a day of signing their licence agreement.

Step 1

Create your account

Your NextLayer contact sets up your organisation's account and assigns module licences.

Step 2

Choose modules & entities

Select which training modules apply to each entity and assign the licence.

Step 3

Onboard your team

Add trainees and instructors, and schedule your first sessions.

Step 4

Start training

Choose the module to run, and start the training in VR.

Startup guide

Connecting your VR headset.

Follow these steps to connect your PICO headset to the laptop and launch a training module.

  1. Step 1

    Connect the VR headset to the laptop with the USB-C link cable.

  2. Step 2

    Turn on your laptop. NextLayer Launcher and Pico Connect will start automatically.

  3. Step 3

    On PICO Connect, click Connect.

    If a login screen appears: click Skip in the bottom-right corner, then continue with Step 3.

    PICO log in screen with a Skip option in the bottom-right corner.
    PICO Connect System Requirements Check screen with the Connect button highlighted.
  4. Step 4

    Sign in to NextLayer Launcher.

    NextLayer Launcher sign in screen with email and password fields.
  5. Step 5

    Select your domain to access the available training modules.

    NextLayer Launcher modules list for the selected domain.
  6. Step 6

    Turn on the PICO VR headset and put it on.

  7. Step 7

    Point at the Connect app and select it to open PICO Connect.

    VR home environment with the Connect app highlighted in the dock.
  8. Step 8

    Select USB Connection, then select Connect.

    PICO Connect screen inside VR with USB Connection selected.
  9. Step 9

    Once the headset is connected to the laptop, the laptop screen will appear in front of you in VR. Select the training module you want to start.

    Laptop screen mirrored inside VR showing the NextLayer modules list.
  10. Step 10

    NextLayer Viewer will open. Select the User ID field, then select the keyboard icon in the top-right corner.

    Enter your User ID using the virtual keyboard. You can also use the laptop's physical keyboard.

    Virtual keyboard in VR used to enter a User ID.
    NextLayer Viewer screen with the User ID field and keyboard icon.
  11. Step 11

    Choose whether you want to start the training module with or without the VR tutorial, then select the blue Continue button.

    NextLayer Viewer screen with the tutorial toggle and Continue button.
  12. Step 12

    Select the blue Back to SteamVR button in the top-right corner. This will take you to the NextLayer lobby.

    Back to SteamVR button in the top-right corner of the training module.
  13. Step 13

    You are now in the NextLayer lobby. If you enabled the VR tutorial, complete it before starting the training module. If you chose to skip the tutorial, you can proceed directly to the training module.

    NextLayer lobby in VR with a card prompting the user to stand in the middle of the play area.

VR equipment

VR equipment & technical requirements.

PC & VR

  • Windows 11
  • Dedicated graphics card equivalent to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 or better
  • Modern Intel Core i5 / AMD Ryzen 5 processor or better
  • Minimum 16 GB RAM
  • SSD with sufficient free storage space
  • SteamVR-compatible VR headset
  • Equipment can be supplied ready-configured by NextLayer
  • Training is started from the NextLayer application

Updates & connectivity

  • Internet connection for synchronisation and reporting
  • Training and software are updated continuously
  • No need for a dedicated training room

Equipment can be supplied by NextLayer for an additional fee.

Licensing

Licensing & administration.

Simple, predictable licensing with no surprises.

How licensing works

  • Annual licence per module and entity
  • No per-user fees, regardless of team size
  • Add or change modules at any time
  • Ongoing support and updates to the exercises included

Administration

  • Usage and completion reporting available on request
  • Built-in documentation for every completed session
  • Data handled in line with GDPR
  • One point of contact for renewals and changes

FAQ

Frequently asked questions.

Do we need a dedicated training room?

No. There is no need for a dedicated training room.

Can NextLayer supply the VR equipment?

Yes. Equipment can be supplied ready-configured by NextLayer for an additional fee.

How is training progress tracked?

Every module includes built-in documentation and follow-up, so progress and completion are recorded automatically.

Can we train across multiple entities?

Yes. Licences are issued per module and per entity, so you can scale training across as many entities as you need.

What support is included with a licence?

Ongoing support and maintenance is included with every licence, with one point of contact for renewals and changes.

Do users need prior VR experience?

No. NextLayer includes a VR tutorial that teaches the user basic navigation and controls before the training module starts.

Support

Need more help?

Can't find what you're looking for? Our team is happy to help with anything from onboarding to equipment questions.

Contact us