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  • Page 1 VIVE Wireless Adapter User guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents VIVE Wireless Adapter Unboxing Setup Power bank VIVE Wireless app Troubleshooting and FAQs Trademarks and copyrights...
  • Page 3 This is a warning. Take note to avoid potential problems or prevent damage to your hardware. Information contained in this guide may have changed. For the most up-to-date information, including the latest version of this guide, go to VIVE Support.

  • Page 4: Vive Wireless Adapter

    The package comes with the VIVE Wireless Adapter for VIVE ™ and accessories. If you have the VIVE Pro headset, you need to purchase an additional package: Wireless Adapter Attachment Kit. VIVE Wireless Adapter package (for VIVE) In-box items 1. Wireless adapter (with cradle for VIVE) 2.
  • Page 5 Version 1533664367 or later VR titles may have additional requirements. Performance may vary. About VIVE Wireless Adapter Freeing you from cables, VIVE Wireless Adapter attaches to your headset and wirelessly receives ® VR data from your computer. It comes with a PCIe WiGig card and wireless link box that need to be installed on your computer to transmit data.

  • Page 6: Setup

    Attaching the wireless adapter to VIVE Pro on page 13 Download and install the VIVE Wireless app on your computer. Use it to pair the wireless adapter with the wireless link box. For details, see Installing the VIVE Wireless app...
  • Page 7 Use the SteamVR app to check that your base stations, controllers, and additional VR hardware are ready for use. For details, see the VIVE and VIVE Pro support pages. Make sure you have SteamVR app version 1533664367 or later installed on your computer.
  • Page 8 VIVE Wireless Adapter Installing the PCIe WiGig card Expansion cards such as PCIe cards contain sensitive circuitry and components. Please ® handle your PCIe WiGig card with care. To avoid possible damage from static electricity, follow these precautions when handling the card: §...
  • Page 9 VIVE Wireless Adapter Connecting the wireless link box to your computer After you've finished installing the PCIe WiGig ® card in your computer, connect the cable from the wireless link box to the card. Turn the cable connector clockwise to tighten it.
  • Page 10 Turn your computer back on. Attaching the wireless adapter to VIVE Remove the 3-in-1 cable that's attached to your VIVE headset. First, push open the compartment cover to access the connection ports on your headset. Carefully pull the tab until the HDMI cable is unplugged. Then, unplug the power cable and USB cable.
  • Page 11 VIVE Wireless Adapter To attach the wireless adapter to your headset, do one of the following: VIVE: Insert the cradle's clip into the sleeve that shows the VIVE logo on the headset strap. VIVE Deluxe Audio VIVE Deluxe Audio Strap...
  • Page 12 To secure the wireless adapter in place, wrap the vertical strap around the headset strap first. Next, wrap the horizontal strap and fasten it. VIVE VIVE Deluxe Audio Strap Insert the L-shaped connectors of the 3-in-1 short cable to the headset compartment. Insert the L-shaped HDMI, USB, and...
  • Page 13 To attach the wireless adapter to the VIVE Pro headset, you need to purchase the Wireless Adapter Attachment Kit. There are three items you need to replace before you can attach VIVE Wireless Adapter to VIVE Pro: § Headset cable: for connecting the wireless adapter to your headset §...
  • Page 14 VIVE Wireless Adapter Connect the short headset cable provided in the attachment kit. Plug in the L-shaped all-in-one connector of the cable into the headset compartment. Loop the cable around the left edge of the headset band. Press it into the black ridge to fix it in place.
  • Page 15 Replacing the cradle and attaching the wireless adapter From the base of the wireless adapter, detach the screws and remove the cradle used for VIVE. Attach the cradle for VIVE Pro to the base of the wireless adapter. When attached, fasten the screw tightly.
  • Page 16 VIVE Wireless Adapter Unfasten the velcro strap and you'll see a clip on the cradle. cradle’s clip Insert the cradle's clip at the top of the headset strap.
  • Page 17 VIVE Wireless Adapter Place the narrow side of the head pad's new cushion on the cradle. Align the top edges of the cushion and the wireless adapter. When aligned, fasten the cradle's velcro strap. Insert the other end of the short headset cable into the headset cable port at the back of...

  • Page 18: Power Bank

    Use the power bank included in the box. If you want to purchase an extra unit, make sure to use only an HTC power bank with VIVE Wireless Adapter. With the POWER button, LED, and USB port facing up, insert the power bank into its dedicated holder.
  • Page 19 Connect the included power bank charging cable to the USB Type-C port on the power bank. Connect the other end of the USB cable to an HTC power adapter. The HTC power adapter is not included with VIVE Wireless Adapter.

  • Page 20: Vive Wireless App

    19. VIVE Wireless app Installing the VIVE Wireless app After you've attached VIVE Wireless Adapter to your headset, download and install the VIVE Wireless desktop app on your computer. To download and install the app, click here. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation.
  • Page 21 VIVE Wireless Adapter Connecting your headset with your computer wirelessly After installing the VIVE Wireless app on your computer, use it to pair VIVE Wireless Adapter with the wireless link box. This allows your headset to wirelessly connect with your computer.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting And Faqs

    PCIe card to a different slot, and try again. What's the maximum range of VIVE Wireless Adapter and the wireless link box? The maximum coverage of wireless data transmission is within a 6 m x 6 m (20 ft x 20 ft) space.
  • Page 23 Sometimes the wireless signal seems weak or the headset display gets disrupted. What should I do? For the best experience while using VIVE Wireless Adapter with your headset, try the following: ® § Use an enclosed space as the WiGig signal will bounce off walls rather than penetrate through them.
  • Page 24 Connect the original link box that came with your headset back to your computer. You just need to connect it to your computer's USB port and plug in its power adapter. If you're using VIVE Pro, you will also need to power on its link box. You should then be able to see phone notifications on your headset display.
  • Page 25 VIVE Pro ® Make sure not to connect the DisplayPort cable to the link box of VIVE Pro. The PCIe WiGig card and wireless link box handle the video signal, and if you plug in the DisplayPort cable as well, your computer might get confused. When the cable is connected, the headset may not show anything on its display.
  • Page 26 When wirelessly connecting to your headset, your computer will detect that VIVE Wireless Adapter is connected to your headset. It will treat this as a USB connection. If your computer is running on Windows 7, it may take some time for the computer to establish this USB...

  • Page 27: Trademarks And Copyrights

    © 2018 HTC Corporation. All Rights Reserved. VIVE, the VIVE logo, HTC, the HTC logo, 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.