HTC VIVE DEVELOPER User manual

HTC VIVE DEVELOPER EDITION
Setup guide pamphlet VERSION 22

Select room with some free space for room-
scale VR.
Mirrors and reflective objects may have ad-
verse effects on tracking. So for now, remove
or cover them up.
Carefully unpack the contents of the Devel-
oper Edition boxes, refer to contents page for
details.
Escort unpredictable, untracked objects from
space.
Clear the space that you will make your
tracked area for VR.
Do not attempt to pry open basestations. This
could result in injury to hardware.
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DEVELOPER
EDITION ONLY

Check contents of Basestation box Check contents of VR Controller box
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Check contents of Headset box
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VR CONTROLLER (X2)
LANYARDS (X2)
EXTRA BATTERIES (X8)
US ONLY CR123A
WIRELESS DONGLE (X2)
BATTERY CHARGER (X2)
USB ADAPTER BOARD
(x2)
AC ADAPTER (X2)
MOUNTING HARDWARE
POWER ADAPTER (X2)
MORE HARDWARE
BASE STATION (X2)
50 FT SYNC CABLE
MOUNTING PLATE ( X2)
SHELF ADAPTER (X2)
INTERFACE BOX
INTERFACE BOX PAD
AC ADAPTER
VR HEADSET
3 in1 HEADSET CABLE
SHORT USB CABLE
SHORT HDMI CABLE

Find a location for basestation mounting at
opposite corners of the tracked space. Mount
above head height and angle down 30-45°. The
basestation field of view is 120° in both axes
Max distance between units is 15ft/5M. Rough
linear dimensions of playspace are: 12 x 9ft/
4x3M. The area doesn’t have to be a perfect
square. Taping off the play space can be useful.
Included hardware allows basestations to be
mounted to walls, ceilings, shelves or directly
to a standard tripod. A braced floor to ceiling
pole is also a good alternative. (see appendix)
Avoid unstable mounting solutions or surfaces
that are prone to vibration.
Attach power cable to each basestation.
Connect them together with 50ft sync cable.
Plug in and turn on with switch on back of
unit. Later attach sync cable to ceiling.
Set one unit to A and one to B using MODE.
1) Long press: enter switching mode
2) Short press: toggle between modes
3) Long press: set mode
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FRONT
GREEN LEDS INDICATE UNIT IS WORKING
IGNORE BLUE AND PURPLE STATE
BACK
DEVELOPER
EDITION ONLY
50 ft sync cable

Connect headset to computer through inter-
face box. Short cables connect to PC, long
3 in1 cable connects to headset. See 17 & 18.
Refer to forum for min PC specs.
PlugUSB,powerandtheDARKBLUEendofHDMI
cable into top of headset. (HDMI is one way)
Left two ports remain free (Audio & USB)
Thread cables through loop on top of strap.
Interface box is directional. ‘PC’ side connects
to short computer cables, ‘VR’ side connects to
black ends of headset 3 in 1 cable.
Turn power switch ON. LED will light up.
Use outside knob to adjust distance between
lenses. This accomodates narrow or wide set
eyes. Start in the middle if unsure.
Remove lens film, see appendix for care.
Space for eyewear can be created by extending
face gasket out and re-tightening inside knob.
Having lenses closer to your eye results in bet-
ter field of view.
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Wireless controllers need 2 batteries. Set switch
on side to DOWN for battery mode. (UP is for
USB mode) ON/OFF LED inside compartment.
CHARGE BATTERIES FULLY BEFORE FIRST USE.
Out of box they will only be partially charged.
For wired controllers, insert board into battery
compartment. Plug a micro USB cable (not
included) into board and close battery door.
See appendix for cables that fit inside handle.
Seriously consider using the included wrist
lanyards.
For wireless mode, use the two paired wireless
USB dongles. Do not plug directly into USB 3.0.
Use included USB hub for better reception.
For wired mode connect USB cables to PC.
Set switch on side to UP for USB mode. Micro
USB cables not included. For more items not
included see appendix.
VR controller inputs include a trigger, track-
pad, grip buttons, system and menu button.
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MODE
BATTERY
MODE
USB
MODE

Install steam if not already installed. Login.
From Steam, install Steam VR found in Library
under Tools.
VR monitor reports the state of your system,
yellow and red lights are bad, grey is also bad.
Hover over lights for info.
Other Developers attempting to setup hard-
ware can be found here
http://steamcommunity.com/app/358720/discussions/
Right click on SteamVR, properties, beta par-
ticipation, pick the beta. After install, launch
Steam VR to start VR Monitor.
Click step 3: ‘Perform Room Setup’ in VR
Monitor. Put headset on and follow prompts to
setup room.
Enjoy VR
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EXTRA STUFF NOT INCLUDED BUT HANDY
APPENDIX
FOR BASESTATIONS
- Basestation power cable extension: If you were disappointed that the included ones were too short
http://www.amazon.com/NEEWER%C2%AE-Dc12v-Extension-Security-Camera/dp/B00H5GVZBU/
(any 12v power extension will do)
- Basestation inline cable switch: so you can leave the basestations high up but switch them off at cable
http://www.amazon.com/JacobsParts-Manual-Extension-Voltage-Applications/dp/B00R1YKNT6/
- Floor to ceiling pole: great for stable, temporary installations of basestations
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00020JO9Q/
-Basestation pole mount: good option for mounting basestation securely to ‘floor to ceiling poles’
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00E5M39AW/
- Mini Basestation tripod: can also be attached to ‘floor to ceiling pole’
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ANCPNM/
FOR VR CONTROLLERS
-Micro USB cables: use your VR controller without batteries
http://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-USB-2-0-Cable-Meters/dp/B00NH124VM/
-USB extender hub: Plug in your wireless USB dongles if you need better reception
http://www.amazon.com/Monoprice-4-Port-USB-Passive-106631/dp/B003WPDK3E/
- Batteries: if you need more (don’t order the green Tenergy batteries, they physically measure shorter)
http://www.amazon.com/Tenergy-RCR123A-900mAh-Rechargeable-Batteries/dp/B001BLQQ7S/
FOR HEADSET
Headset lens care:
If the lenses become dirty, use a clean damp microfiber cloth. Gently wipe the surface of the lens top to bottom or left to
right. Never scrub the lens with anything.
Never use wood based products (Tissues, paper towels, toilet paper) to attempt to clean the lenses.
Lens cleaning wipes: these are acceptable
http://www.amazon.com/Zeiss-Pre-Moistened-Cleaning-Wipes-Count/dp/B0030E4UIQ/
FOR YOU
- IPD tool: measure the distance between your pupils here
https://pd.warbyparker.com/
- Coffee mug:
http://www.amazon.com/Culver-11-Ounce-Hampton-Ceramic-White/dp/B009HOP7IA/
FOR MORE HELP
http://steamcommunity.com/app/358720/discussions/
or email
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