FC C to L EN TI A NF ID HT C CO VIVE Cosmos User guide HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
Contents FC C Contents Headset and headphones Headset 4 Headphones to 24 Trademarks and copyrights HT C CO NF ID EN TI A L Index HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
About this guide We use the following symbols to indicate useful and important information: FC C About this guide This is a note. It provides detailed information for setup, common questions, and what to do in specific situations. to This is a tip. It will give you an alternative way to do a particular step or procedure that you may find helpful. L This indicates important information that you need in order to accomplish a certain task or to get a feature to work properly.
Headset and headphones FC C Headset and headphones About the VIVE Cosmos headset The headset is your window to the VR environment. L The headset has cameras that are used for inside-out tracking. to Headset CO NF ID Front and side views EN TI A The cameras on the headset are sensitive. Do not cover or scratch the cameras. 1. Dual cameras HT C 2. Front cover 3. Tracking sensor 4. Headset band 5. Top strap 6. Headset cable 7. Headset cable strip HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL.
Headset and headphones 8. On-ear headphone FC C 9. Side/tracking cameras 10. Status light 11. Headset button 1. Adjustment dial 2. Side cushion 3. Front pad 4. Mic NF ID 5. Visor EN TI A L to Back and bottom views 6. Nose rest 7. Interpupillary distance (IPD) knob 8. Face cushion frame 9. Face cushion 10. Back pad CO 11. Headset band HT C Inner view (face cushion frame removed) 1. Front cover lock button 2. Headset cable 3. Audio cable 4. USB Type-C cable slot 5.
Headset and headphones Putting on the VIVE Cosmos headset FC C Before putting on the headset, make sure that you've peeled the protective film off of the lenses. Detach the velcro fastener on the top strap, and then loosen the band by turning the adjustment dial counter-clockwise. CO NF ID 1. EN TI A L to Before wearing the headset for the first time, make sure to fully loosen the band and peel off the protective film starting from the left side of the band.
Headset and headphones to FC C 7 L 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. HT C CO NF ID EN TI A 3. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
Headset and headphones Turn the adjustment dial clockwise until the headset fits snugly. L to FC C 4. HT C CO NF ID EN TI A 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.
Headset and headphones Adjust the top strap until snug, and then fasten the velcro strap. EN TI A L to FC C 5. 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. HT C CO NF ID 6. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
Headset and headphones Can I wear my prescription glasses while using VIVE Cosmos? FC C Most glasses fit inside the headset. Make sure that no part of your glasses scratch the headset lenses. Adjusting the IPD on the headset to 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.
Headset and headphones Flipping up the visor FC C Quickly take a break from VR to check your surroundings. EN TI A L to 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. HT C CO NF ID If you wear large glasses, you may need to adjust the headset to sit higher on your head when flipping the visor up or down. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL.
Headset and headphones Connecting a USB device to VIVE Cosmos FC C 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. 2. 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. HT C CO NF ID EN TI A L to 1.
Headset and headphones Insert the cable connector of the device into the USB Type-C port on the headset. 4. Align and push the tabs on the face cushion frame into their corresponding slots on the headset. 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. 5. Connect the other end of the USB cable to USB Type-C device. HT C CO NF ID EN TI A L to FC C 3.
Headset and headphones Removing the face cushions FC C You can remove the face cushions for cleaning. To remove the face cushions, gently peel starting from the bottom ends of each face cushion until they detach from the face cushion frame. 2. To reattach, align one end of the face cushion with the marker on the bottom part of the face cushion frame.
Headset and headphones Removing the front and back pads FC C You can remove the front and back pads from the headset band for cleaning. HT C CO NF ID EN TI A L to 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.
Headset and headphones Reattaching the front and back pads to the headset FC C Always make sure that the front and back pads are attached to the headset. While holding the visor with one hand, pull up the band. 2. Starting from the middle, align the front pad tabs with their corresponding slots on the band, and then press along the front pad. You may need to gently bend the ends of the front pad to align the outermost tabs with the slots on the band. HT C CO NF ID EN TI A L to 1.
Headset and headphones FC C Check that the headset cable strip is properly attached. For details, see Reattaching the headset cable strip to the back pad on page 18. EN TI A L to You'll hear a click when the tabs are inserted. HT C CO NF ID Make sure to minimize the gap between the pad and the band. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
Headset and headphones Reattaching the headset cable strip to the back pad Insert the back pad tabs second to the left-most corner tabs into the holes of the headset cable strip with its flap down. Make sure that the strip is firmly attached. 2 Reattach the top strap to the headset band. For details, see Attaching the top strap to the headset band on page 21. HT C CO NF ID 2. EN TI A L 1 to 1. FC C The fabric strip guides the headset cable, and is inserted on the back pad.
Headset and headphones 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. 4. Make sure to minimize the gap between the pad and the band. HT C CO NF ID EN TI A L to FC C 3. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
Headset and headphones Detaching the top strap from the headset band FC C If you want to, you can detach the top strap from the headset band. You'll need to first remove the front and back pads on the headset. For details, see Removing the front and back pads on page 15. Starting from the rear of the headset band, pull down the strap to unhook it. 2. On the other end of the strap, pull down and out the strap to unhook it. 3. Reattach the front and back pads to the headset.
Headset and headphones Attaching the top strap to the headset band FC C For added comfort, attach the top strap before wearing the headset. You can adjust the top strap by using the velcro strip. You'll need to first remove the front and back pads on the headset. For details, see Removing the front and back pads on page 15. Starting from the rear of the headset band, align the hooks of the top strap (side without the clasp) to its corresponding slots. Gently pull up the strap to hook into place. 2.
Headset and headphones Cleaning the face cushions Before cleaning the face cushions, remove it first from the VIVE Cosmos headset. 2. When cleaning the face cushions, remember to: FC C 1. § Dampen a clean smooth cloth with cold water and gently wipe the area you want to clean. § Air dry at room temperature. Don't tumble dry, iron, or expose it to direct sunlight. § Don't scrub, wring, or bleach. Replacing the front cover EN TI A L to § Don’t dip or soak in water.
Headset and headphones Insert the tabs on the replacement front cover into the slots on the visor, and then press down on the front cover. 5. Make sure to minimize the gap between the front cover and the visor, and that all tabs are fully locked into place. NF ID EN TI A L to FC C 4. HT C CO You'll hear a click when the front cover locks in place. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
Headset and headphones What does the status light on the headset mean? FC C The status light turns: § Green when the headset is in normal mode § Dim green when the headset is on standby § Red when the headset is in sleep mode to Headphones Adjusting the fit of the on-ear headphones NF ID EN TI A L While wearing the VIVE Cosmos headset, adjust the on-ear headphones to a comfortable position over your ears, then press the headphones into place.
Headset and headphones Detaching the on-ear headphones from the headset band FC C 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. On the right side of the band, disconnect the audio plug from the audio cable connector. 2. Remove the side cushions and front pad from the headset band.
Headset and headphones Reattaching the on-ear headphones to the headset band L to FC C You can reattach the on-ear headphones if you've used your own earphones with VIVE Cosmos. 1. EN TI A 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. For details, see Detaching the cable guides from the headset band on page 35.
Headset and headphones 1. Audio cable guide 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. HT C CO NF ID EN TI A L to 2. FC C 2. Rubber pad HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
Headset and headphones Attaching the right on-ear headphone 1. FC C Attach the right headphone with the audio plug to the right side of the headset band. Hook the headphone clip over the top of the band. EN TI A L to The screw holes and line marker on the band are helpful guides for positioning the clip. While the clasp is loose, you can reposition the headphone clip for a more comfortable fit. Just make sure that the other clip is similarly placed on its side of the band.
Headset and headphones Close the clasp around the band, and then snap into place. 5. Connect the audio cable connector to the headphone plug. HT C CO NF ID EN TI A L to FC C 4. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
Headset and headphones Attach the left headphone to the left side of the headset band. 1. Pin the headset cable along the cable guide on the left headphone. 2. Hook the headphone clip over the top of the band. FC C Attaching the left on-ear headphone EN TI A L to The screw holes and line marker on the band are helpful guides for positioning the clip. While the clasp is loose, you can reposition the headphone clip for a more comfortable fit.
Headset and headphones 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. 6. Close the clasp around the band and snap into place. HT C CO NF ID EN TI A L to FC C 5. HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
Headset and headphones Attaching the headphone audio cable FC C After the left and right on-ear headphones have been attached, attach the headphone audio cable to the headset band. Remove the front pad from the headset band. For details, see Removing the front and back pads on page 15. 2. On the front section of the band, press the audio cable marker into the slot at the center. Then press the cable along the groove until flush with the band. 3.
Headset and headphones Plugging in your earphones FC C 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 Detaching the on-ear headphones from the headset band on page 25. 2. Attach the cable guides to the headset band. For details, see . Attaching the cable guides to the headset band on page 34. 3.
Headset and headphones Attaching the cable guides to the headset band FC C 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. The cable guides are included in the replacement kit for earphones. NF ID EN TI A L Use a cross-shaped screwdriver (PH00) to attach the screws.
Headset and headphones to FC C 35 EN TI A L After attaching the cable guides, you can now plug in the earphones. For details, see Plugging in your earphones on page 33. Detaching the cable guides from the headset band If you want to reattach the on-ear heaphones, you first need to detach the audio cable guide and headset cable guide from the headset band. The cable guides are included in the replacement kit for earphones.
Headset and headphones 1. Side cushion 3. Rubber pad 4. Audio connector 5. Audio cable guide Detaching the headset cable guide to You can remove the headset cable guide from the left side of the band FC C 2. Screws Remove the side cushion. 2. Remove the screws using a cross-shaped screwdriver (PH00). 3. Detach the headset cable guide. NF ID EN TI A L 1. 1. Side cushion 2. Screws 3. Cable stopper HT C CO 4. Headset cable guide HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL.
Trademarks and copyrights FC C Trademarks and copyrights ©2019 HTC Corporation. All Rights Reserved. to VIVE, the VIVE logo, VIVEPORT, the VIVEPORT 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. Steam, the Steam logo and SteamVR are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Valve Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.
Index FC C Index C to Cable guides - attaching 34 - detaching 35 O HT C CO NF ID On-ear headphones - adjusting 24 - attaching 28, 30 - detaching 25 EN TI A Headset - adjusting the IPD 10 - cleaning the lenses 21 - connecting a USB device 12 - front cover 22 - putting on 6 - replacing the face cushion 14 - status lights 24 L H HTC PROPRIETARY & CONFIDENTIAL. DO NOT DUPLICATE OR DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT PERMISSION.
