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  • Page 1 User guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    What does the status light on the headset mean? Putting on the headset Plugging in your headphones Adjusting the IPD on the headset Can I wear my prescription glasses while using VIVE Focus? Inserting a storage card Connecting to a wireless network Changing the system language...
  • Page 3 Contents VIVE Focus Experience Quick Menu VIVE Home VIVEPORT Kiosk mode Phone notifications Trademarks and copyrights Index...
  • Page 4 About this guide About this guide We use the following symbols to indicate useful and important information: This is a note. It provides detailed information for setup, common questions, and what to do in specific situations. This is a tip. It will give you an alternative way to do a particular step or procedure that you may find helpful.

  • Page 5: Unboxing

    Entering the world of VR is as easy as putting on the ergonomically designed headset with built- in water-repellent padding and instant-on. Unsurpassed Convenience Save the hassle of connecting to your phone or computer , simply put on VIVE Focus and enter the world where you are free to wander. Rich Content Library ®...

  • Page 6: Vive Focus Headset

    Unboxing VIVE Focus headset The headset is your window to the VR world. Front Power button LED (Status light) USB Type-C connector Tracking sensors Back head support Adjustment dial Adjustable head strap...
  • Page 7 Unboxing Bottom and inner Speakers 3.5mm headset jack Volume buttons Face cushion (replaceable) Microphone Storage card slot IPD adjustment slider Proximity sensor...

  • Page 8: Vive Focus Controller

    Unboxing VIVE Focus controller Use the controller to interact with objects in the VR world. Remember to put the two AAA batteries, included in the box, inside the controller’s battery compartment. Touchpad App button Home button Status light Volume buttons...

  • Page 9: Setting Up Vive Focus

    Unboxing Setting up VIVE Focus Setting up VIVE Focus is fast and easy. You'll be immersed in VR in no time. Before setting up VIVE Focus, do these: § Prepare a clear and safe area, at least 2m x 2m, that is indoors.

  • Page 10: Headset

    Headset Headset Attaching the face cushion to the headset Before using the headset, attach the face cushion to it first. Insert the central tab on the face cushion into the slot on the headset, and then align the other face cushion tabs to the remaining slots on the headset frame. With your thumbs, press these areas on the face cushion.

  • Page 11: Turning On The Headset

    Headset When you hear the click, this means that the face cushion is now locked to the headset. Turning on the headset Charge the headset using the USB Type-C and power adapter included in the box. See Charging the headset on page 12 After charging, press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn it on.

  • Page 12: Charging The Headset

    Headset Charging the headset Before your turn on and start using the VIVE Focus headset, it's recommended to charge it first. Insert the small end of the USB Type-C cable into the headset's USB Type-C connector. Insert the other end of the USB Type-C cable into the power adapter.

  • Page 13: What Does The Status Light On The Headset Mean

    Headset What does the status light on the headset mean? The status light shows: § Flashing white when the headset is booting up. § Dim white when headset is on standby. § Flashing orange when the battery level is low. §...

  • Page 14: Plugging In Your Headphones

    Headset If you have long hair, position the back head support above the base of your skull. Tighten the velcro straps on top and turn the Adjustment dial to tighten the back head support. The fit should be snugged. Always use the Adjustment dial to tighten the back head support. Do not push it in. Plugging in your headphones Listen using the built-in speakers or for a more immersive experience, plug in your own pair of headphones or earphones.

  • Page 15: Adjusting The Ipd On The Headset

    Headset Adjusting the IPD on the headset Interpupillary distance (IPD) is the distance between the center of the pupils in your eyes. Setting it to the correct distance is one of the keys to having a great viewing experience in VR and to avoid blurry and out-of-focus VR experiences.

  • Page 16: Can I Wear My Prescription Glasses While Using Vive Focus

    Most glasses fit inside the headset, just make sure that no part of your glasses scratch the headset lenses. Most standard glasses that have a frame width that is less than 155 mm can be worn with VIVE Focus. This provides the best immersion with minimal light leakage from external sources.
  • Page 17 Headset Setting up your storage card as internal storage When you insert a storage card that has not been used on VIVE Focus before, the card will be mounted as removable storage by default. If the storage card is new or doesn't have content you want to keep, you can format the storage card to use it as internal storage for VIVE Focus to expand the internal storage.

  • Page 18: Connecting To A Wireless Network

    Select Connect. Changing the system language You can change the language of the VIVE Focus screens such as VIVE Focus Home and settings. This does not change the language for apps. Press the Home button to open the Quick Menu.

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Volume

    Touchpad, and then drag to the desired volume level. Changing hand orientation If you're sharing VIVE Focus to another person and that person uses a different dominant hand, you can change the hand orientation for the controller. Press the Home button to open the Quick Menu.

  • Page 20: Browsing Files In The Headset

    Watch regular, including 4K resolution, or 360 videos in the MP4 format that you own on the VIVE Focus. Copy the videos from your computer to VIVE Focus or its storage card if you have one inserted. See Copying videos from the computer to VIVE Focus on page 21.
  • Page 21 § Use the headset to focus on Transfer files for a few seconds to select it. On your computer, use a file explorer app to look for VIVE Focus. Copy the videos to the internal storage of VIVE Focus or the storage card if you have one inserted.

  • Page 22: Projecting The Vive Focus Screen To An External Device

    Press the Home button to open the Quick Menu. Select Settings Theater Mode Select whether you want to view media content from an HTC phone or Miracast device. Follow the instructions on the right panel to project the media content in VIVE Focus...

  • Page 23: Seeing Real Surroundings

    Headset In VIVE Focus, select Allow when you see the Confirm connection screen. You'll see the HTC phone or Miracast screen in VIVE Focus. While viewing media content, you can: § Point to the screen and then swipe up or down on the Trackpad to zoom in or out of the screen.

  • Page 24: When Viewing Photos, How Do I Go Back To The Thumbnails Page

    Headset When viewing photos, how do I go back to the thumbnails page? Press the App button on the controller to go back to the thumbnail view. My movements are not being tracked properly, what can I do? Your movements are tracked using the tracking sensors in front of the headset and these sensors are affected by your play area.

  • Page 25: Does An App Still Run In The Background After Exiting It

    Does an app still run in the background after exiting it? Depends on the app. However, if a currently running app needs more memory to run, VIVE Focus will automatically close apps running in the background to release memory. VIVE Focus has an automatic memory management system in place to make sure there is sufficient memory to run an app.

  • Page 26: Cleaning The Face Cushion

    Headset Cleaning the face cushion You'll probably need to clean the face cushion after using the headset for several sessions. Dampen a clean smooth cloth with cold water or diluted alcohol. Gently wipe the area you want to clean. Allow the cleaned area to dry. Don't use a hair dryer to dry the cleaned area.

  • Page 27: Controller

    Controller Controller Inserting the batteries into the controller Before turning on the controller, make sure you insert the 2 AAA batteries that are included in the box into the controller. With the controller facing down, gently push out the battery compartment cover, and then lift it to remove it.

  • Page 28: Turning On Or Off The Controller

    Controller Replace the battery compartment cover. Place the lanyard on your wrist, and then adjust the lock to tighten the lanyard comfortably around your wrist. Turning on or off the controller Make sure you insert the 2 AAA batteries, included in the box, into the battery compartment of the controller.

  • Page 29: What Does The Status Light On The Controller Mean

    Controller What does the status light on the controller mean? The status light shows: § Blinking orange when the battery power is low. § Blink white once when pairing is successful. The controller also vibrates. § Blink white once when controller is already paired to the headset and a button is pressed. §...

  • Page 30: Vive Focus Experience

    VIVE Focus Experience VIVE Focus Experience Quick Menu Using the Quick Menu While in VR, press the Home button to call up the Quick Menu. Open the Quick Menu to change headset settings, access VIVEPORT, go to VIVE Home, and more.

  • Page 31: Viveport

    Kiosk mode on it. For more information about the VIVE Enterprise Advantage program, go https://enterprise.vive.com/us/ Setting up Kiosk mode Choose the apps that a user can see while using VIVE Focus and set up a passcode for Kiosk mode. Press the Home button to open the Quick Menu.

  • Page 32: Phone Notifications

    Download and install the VIVE app. Pairing your phone with VIVE Focus Pair your phone with the VIVE Focus to start receiving notifications while you're in VR. In VIVE Focus, press the Home button to open the Quick Menu. Select Settings Phone Notification. VIVE Focus is now in pairing mode.
  • Page 33 § Unpairing your phone with VIVE Focus You can only pair one phone at a time with your VIVE Focus. If you need to use another phone with VIVE Focus, unpair your current phone first. On your phone, open the VIVE app.

  • Page 34: Trademarks And Copyrights

    © 2018 HTC Corporation. All Rights Reserved. VIVE, the VIVE logo, VIVE Focus, the VIVE Focus logo, HTC, the HTC logo, VIVEPORT, and all other HTC product and service names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of HTC Corporation and its affiliates in the U.S. and other countries.

  • Page 35: Index

    Charging the headset Connecting to Wi-Fi Lenses Controller - about - attaching the wrist strap Moving apps and data between VIVE Focus - inserting the batteries and storage card - recentering the view - status light - turning on - updating the firmware...
  • Page 36 Index Turning off the headset Turning on the headset Unpairing your phone with VIVE Focus Updating headset software Updating the controller firmware VIVE app VIVE Focus - about - setting up VIVE Focus controller status light VIVE Focus headset status lights...

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