Contents Contents Headset and headphones Headset Headphones Trademarks and copyrights Index HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
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VIVE Support. Before using the product, carefully review VIVE safety information and follow all product safety and operating instructions on https://www.vive.com/legal/. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
The cameras on the headset are sensitive. Do not cover or scratch the cameras. Front and side views 1. Dual cameras 2. Front cover 3. Tracking sensor 4. Headset band 5. Top strap 6. Headset cable 7. Headset cable strip HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
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10. Back pad 11. Headset band Inner view (face cushion frame removed) 1. Front cover lock button 2. Headset cable 3. Audio cable 4. USB Type-C cable slot 5. Lenses HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
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Detach the velcro fastener on the top strap, and then loosen the band by turning the adjustment dial counter-clockwise. While holding the visor with one hand, pull up the band. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
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Headset and headphones Hold the visor to your eyes, and then pull down the band around the back of your head. You'll hear a click when it locks into place. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
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Make sure that the visor faces straight ahead. If the band sits too low on the back of your head, the visor will be tilted. If there's light leakage around the areas of your nose or cheeks, adjust the position of the band. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
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If there's light leakage around the areas of your nose or cheeks, readjust the strap and reposition the band. Make sure that the headset cable runs straight down your back. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
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Headset and headphones Can I wear my prescription glasses while using VIVE Cosmos? Most glasses fit inside the headset. Make sure that no part of your glasses scratch the headset lenses. Adjusting the IPD on the headset Interpupillary distance (IPD) is the distance between the centers of your pupils. A quick way to get an estimate is by facing a mirror and holding a millimeter ruler against your brow.
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Quickly take a break from VR to check your surroundings. While wearing VIVE Cosmos, hold the visor with one or both hands, and then gently flip it up. To return it to its original position, tilt the visor down until it completely covers your eyes.
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Headset and headphones Connecting a USB device to VIVE Cosmos You can connect a compatible USB Type-C device to VIVE Cosmos using a USB cable. While holding the visor with one hand, pull up the band. Detach the face cushion frame from the headset. To release the frame from its latches, gently pull on any side of the frame starting from the bottom, and then pull one side at a time on the top.
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Make sure to position the ridge of the face cushion frame below the headset, audio, and USB cables. You'll hear a click when the face cushion frame locks in place. Connect the other end of the USB cable to USB Type-C device. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
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Make sure that the velcro and adhesive strips attach firmly. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
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You can remove the front and back pads from the headset band for cleaning. To remove the front and back pads, peel starting from the ends of each pad until they detach from the headset band. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
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Make sure to minimize the gap between the pad and the band and that all tabs are fully locked into place. Align the back pad tabs with their corresponding slots on the band, and then press along the back pad to reattach. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
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18. You'll hear a click when the tabs are inserted. Make sure to minimize the gap between the pad and the band. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
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Make sure that the strip is firmly attached. Reattach the top strap to the headset band. For details, see Attaching the top strap to the headset band on page 21. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
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Align the back pad tabs with their corresponding slots on the band, and then press along the back pad to reattach. You'll hear a click when the tabs are inserted. Make sure to minimize the gap between the pad and the band. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
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On the other end of the strap, pull down and out the strap to unhook it. Reattach the front and back pads to the headset. For details, see Reattaching the front and back pads to the headset on page 16. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
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Wipe in a circular motion from the center to the outer edges of the lenses. While cleaning the lenses, do not scratch the lenses nor disassemble other parts of the headset. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
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Headset and headphones Cleaning the face cushions Before cleaning the face cushions, remove it first from the VIVE Cosmos headset. When cleaning the face cushions, remember to: § Dampen a clean smooth cloth with cold water and gently wipe the area you want to clean.
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Make sure to minimize the gap between the front cover and the visor, and that all tabs are fully locked into place. You'll hear a click when the front cover locks in place. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
Headphones Adjusting the fit of the on-ear headphones While wearing the VIVE Cosmos headset, adjust the on-ear headphones to a comfortable position over your ears, then press the headphones into place. Is the fit too loose or tight? In case you feel pressure around your temples, adjust the position of the on-ear headphones for a more comfortable fit.
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Headset and headphones Detaching the on-ear headphones from the headset band To use your own earphones with VIVE Cosmos, you'll need the replacement kit for earphones. For details on how to order the kit, contact customer care. Before using your own earphones, you first need to detach the on-ear headphones from the headset band.
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Headset and headphones Reattaching the on-ear headphones to the headset band You can reattach the on-ear headphones if you've used your own earphones with VIVE Cosmos. Before attaching the on-ear headphones to the headset band, do the following: Remove the cable guides, screws, and rubber pad, which are part of the replacement kit for earphones, as well as the side cushions from the headset band.
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1. Audio cable guide 2. Rubber pad 3. Screws 4. Side cushions 5. Headset cable guide 6. Cable stopper Flip open the metal clasps on the left and right on-ear headphones. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
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Make sure the audio cable is firmly pressed and not falling out of the groove. Make sure the audio cable runs under the band, and not over the top. Check that it isn't also wedged between the clip and the band. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
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Headset and headphones Close the clasp around the band, and then snap into place. Connect the audio cable connector to the headphone plug. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
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Make sure the audio cable is firmly pressed in place and not falling out of the groove. Make sure that the stopper on the headset cable isn't caught in the clasp, and is on the visor side to prevent damage to the visor while gaming. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
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Make sure the audio cable runs under the band, and not over the top. Check that it isn't also wedged between the clip and the band. Close the clasp around the band and snap into place. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
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Then press the cable along the groove until flush with the band. Reattach the front pad and side cushions to the headset band. Make sure that the side cushions cover the metal clasps on the band. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
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Headset and headphones Plugging in your earphones If you prefer, you can use your own earphones with VIVE Cosmos. To do this, you'll need the replacement kit for earphones. Contact customer care for details on how to order it. Detach the on-ear headphones. For details, see...
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Headset and headphones Attaching the cable guides to the headset band To use your own earphones with VIVE Cosmos, you'll need the replacement kit for earphones. For details on how to order the kit, contact customer care. Before plugging in your earphones, you need to attach the audio cable guide and headset cable guide to the headset band.
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You can remove the audio cable guide from the right side of the band. Remove the side cushion. Remove the screws using a cross-shaped screwdriver (PH00). Remove the rubber pad that holds the audio cable connector against the audio cable guide. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
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Remove the side cushion. Remove the screws using a cross-shaped screwdriver (PH00). Detach the headset cable guide. 1. Side cushion 2. Screws 3. Cable stopper 4. Headset cable guide HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
- connecting a USB device - front cover - putting on - replacing the face cushion - status lights On-ear headphones - adjusting 28, 30 - attaching - detaching HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.