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VR Headset Setup Guide (Curtin Labs)

2026-09-02T01:54:55Z

Zane.Kelbrick:

Meta Quest 2 • Link Cable • ALVR + SteamVR

'''Setup Steps'''
[[File:ALVR Launcher.png|thumb|207x207px]]
Follow these steps in order each time you start a session:

1. Open ALVR Streamer on the PC.

2. Toggle on ‘Wired Connection’ in the ‘Devices’ tab (should be there when opening app)

3. In the bottom left corner you should see a section that says ‘SteamVR: Disconnected

4. Navigate to the SteamVR folder (C:\Steam\steamapps\common\SteamVR\bin\win64)

5. Click on '''vrmonitor.exe''' to launch SteamVR.
[[File:SteamVR Folder.png|thumb]]
[[File:SteamVR Turn off ViveXR Layers.png|thumb]]
6. Put on the headset and open ALVR on the Meta headset to connect to the PC

7. Connect the headset to the PC, there should be a popup in the headset to enable ADB Commands click 'enable'

8. Check that ALVR Dashboard shows ‘SteamVR: Connected’,

9. Set SteamVR as the OpenXR runtime.'' In the SteamVR desktop window (not inside the headset), open Settings → OpenXR and click “Set SteamVR as OpenXR Runtime.” If it already reads “Current OpenXR Runtime: SteamVR,” no change is needed. Restart SteamVR if prompted.''

''10.'' Turn off Vive OpenXR API layers are turned off.

= '''Troubleshooting''' =
A quick restart of ALVR, SteamVR, the PC, or the headset resolves a surprising number of one-off issues, so try that first before deeper troubleshooting.

• '''Verify ADB debugging.''' Accept the “Allow USB debugging” prompt inside the headset when connecting to a new PC — it must be confirmed each time on a fresh machine.

• '''Use a VR-ready project.''' The VR Preview option relies on VR being configured in the project — starting from Unreal’s VR Template is the simplest way to ensure this.

• '''Make sure 'Wired Connection' is enabled In''' the ALVR Devices tab, toggle “Wired Connection” and launch steamVR.

= '''Further Support''' =
If a problem persists after the steps above, capture the exact error message shown in ALVR or SteamVR and note which step it occurred on, then contact:

• '''Zane – Makerspace.''' First point of contact for on-site help with the headsets and stations.

• '''DBE Technical Support.''' Email DBE-TechnicalSupport@curtin.edu.au with the error message and the step number where it occurred.

For less common issues, the ALVR project also maintains an up-to-date troubleshooting wiki:

• ALVR Troubleshooting wiki: github.com/alvr-org/ALVR/wiki/Troubleshooting
[[Category:VR]]

VR Headset Setup Guide (Curtin Labs)

2026-09-02T01:53:00Z

Zane.Kelbrick: /* Troubleshooting */

Meta Quest 2 • Link Cable • ALVR + SteamVR

'''Setup Steps'''
[[File:ALVR Launcher.png|thumb|207x207px]]
Follow these steps in order each time you start a session:

1. Open ALVR Streamer on the PC.

2. Toggle on ‘Wired Connection’ in the ‘Devices’ tab (should be there when opening app)

3. In the bottom left corner you should see a section that says ‘SteamVR: Disconnected

4. Navigate to the SteamVR folder (C:\Steam\steamapps\common\SteamVR\bin\win64)

5. Click on '''vrmonitor.exe''' to launch SteamVR.
[[File:SteamVR Folder.png|thumb]]
[[File:SteamVR Turn off ViveXR Layers.png|thumb]]
6. Check that ALVR Dashboard shows ‘SteamVR: Connected’

7. Put on the headset and open ALVR on the Meta headset to connect to the PC.

8. Connect the headset to the PC, there should be a popup in the headset to enable ADB Commands click 'enable'

9. Set SteamVR as the OpenXR runtime.'' In the SteamVR desktop window (not inside the headset), open Settings → OpenXR and click “Set SteamVR as OpenXR Runtime.” If it already reads “Current OpenXR Runtime: SteamVR,” no change is needed. Restart SteamVR if prompted.''

''10.'' Turn off Vive OpenXR API layers are turned off.

= '''Troubleshooting''' =
A quick restart of ALVR, SteamVR, the PC, or the headset resolves a surprising number of one-off issues, so try that first before deeper troubleshooting.

• '''Verify ADB debugging.''' Accept the “Allow USB debugging” prompt inside the headset when connecting to a new PC — it must be confirmed each time on a fresh machine.

• '''Use a VR-ready project.''' The VR Preview option relies on VR being configured in the project — starting from Unreal’s VR Template is the simplest way to ensure this.

• '''Make sure 'Wired Connection' is enabled In''' the ALVR Devices tab, toggle “Wired Connection” and launch steamVR.

= '''Further Support''' =
If a problem persists after the steps above, capture the exact error message shown in ALVR or SteamVR and note which step it occurred on, then contact:

• '''Zane – Makerspace.''' First point of contact for on-site help with the headsets and stations.

• '''DBE Technical Support.''' Email DBE-TechnicalSupport@curtin.edu.au with the error message and the step number where it occurred.

For less common issues, the ALVR project also maintains an up-to-date troubleshooting wiki:

• ALVR Troubleshooting wiki: github.com/alvr-org/ALVR/wiki/Troubleshooting
[[Category:VR]]

VR Headset Setup Guide (Curtin Labs)

2026-09-02T01:49:24Z

Zane.Kelbrick: Added category

Meta Quest 2 • Link Cable • ALVR + SteamVR

'''Setup Steps'''
[[File:ALVR Launcher.png|thumb|207x207px]]
Follow these steps in order each time you start a session:

1. Open ALVR Streamer on the PC.

2. Toggle on ‘Wired Connection’ in the ‘Devices’ tab (should be there when opening app)

3. In the bottom left corner you should see a section that says ‘SteamVR: Disconnected

4. Navigate to the SteamVR folder (C:\Steam\steamapps\common\SteamVR\bin\win64)

5. Click on '''vrmonitor.exe''' to launch SteamVR.
[[File:SteamVR Folder.png|thumb]]
[[File:SteamVR Turn off ViveXR Layers.png|thumb]]
6. Check that ALVR Dashboard shows ‘SteamVR: Connected’

7. Put on the headset and open ALVR on the Meta headset to connect to the PC.

8. Connect the headset to the PC, there should be a popup in the headset to enable ADB Commands click 'enable'

9. Set SteamVR as the OpenXR runtime.'' In the SteamVR desktop window (not inside the headset), open Settings → OpenXR and click “Set SteamVR as OpenXR Runtime.” If it already reads “Current OpenXR Runtime: SteamVR,” no change is needed. Restart SteamVR if prompted.''

''10.'' Turn off Vive OpenXR API layers are turned off.

= '''Troubleshooting''' =
Common problems and how to fix them.

= '''Further Support''' =
If a problem persists after the steps above, capture the exact error message shown in ALVR or SteamVR and note which step it occurred on, then contact:

• '''Zane – Makerspace.''' First point of contact for on-site help with the headsets and stations.

• '''DBE Technical Support.''' Email DBE-TechnicalSupport@curtin.edu.au with the error message and the step number where it occurred.

For less common issues, the ALVR project also maintains an up-to-date troubleshooting wiki:

• ALVR Troubleshooting wiki: github.com/alvr-org/ALVR/wiki/Troubleshooting
[[Category:VR]]

VR Headset Setup Guide (Curtin Labs)

2026-08-05T00:53:16Z

Zane.Kelbrick: Added content

Meta Quest 2 • Link Cable • ALVR + SteamVR

'''Setup Steps'''
[[File:ALVR Launcher.png|thumb|207x207px]]
Follow these steps in order each time you start a session:

1. Open ALVR Streamer on the PC.

2. Toggle on ‘Wired Connection’ in the ‘Devices’ tab (should be there when opening app)

3. In the bottom left corner you should see a section that says ‘SteamVR: Disconnected

4. Navigate to the SteamVR folder (C:\Steam\steamapps\common\SteamVR\bin\win64)

5. Click on '''vrmonitor.exe''' to launch SteamVR.
[[File:SteamVR Folder.png|thumb]]
[[File:SteamVR Turn off ViveXR Layers.png|thumb]]
6. Check that ALVR Dashboard shows ‘SteamVR: Connected’

7. Put on the headset and open ALVR on the Meta headset to connect to the PC.

8. Connect the headset to the PC, there should be a popup in the headset to enable ADB Commands click 'enable'

9. Set SteamVR as the OpenXR runtime.'' In the SteamVR desktop window (not inside the headset), open Settings → OpenXR and click “Set SteamVR as OpenXR Runtime.” If it already reads “Current OpenXR Runtime: SteamVR,” no change is needed. Restart SteamVR if prompted.''

''10.'' Turn off Vive OpenXR API layers are turned off.

= '''Troubleshooting''' =
Common problems and how to fix them.

= '''Further Support''' =
If a problem persists after the steps above, capture the exact error message shown in ALVR or SteamVR and note which step it occurred on, then contact:

• '''Zane – Makerspace.''' First point of contact for on-site help with the headsets and stations.

• '''DBE Technical Support.''' Email DBE-TechnicalSupport@curtin.edu.au with the error message and the step number where it occurred.

For less common issues, the ALVR project also maintains an up-to-date troubleshooting wiki:

• ALVR Troubleshooting wiki: github.com/alvr-org/ALVR/wiki/Troubleshooting

File:SteamVR Turn off ViveXR Layers.png

2026-08-05T00:49:31Z

Zane.Kelbrick:

SteamVR Turn off ViveXR Layers

File:SteamVR Folder.png

2026-08-05T00:47:38Z

Zane.Kelbrick:

C:\Steam\steamapps\common\SteamVR\bin\win64

File:ALVR Launcher.png

2026-08-05T00:46:54Z

Zane.Kelbrick:

ALVR Launcher

ALVR

2026-08-05T00:34:43Z

Zane.Kelbrick: Updated Title

Meta XR Simulator

2026-07-28T07:55:24Z

Zane.Kelbrick: Added more info for Meta XR Sim

[[File:Meta-xr-simulator-shortcuts.pdf|thumb|280x280px|This PDF contains all shortcuts for the Meta XR simulator]]
This is a page that covers the Meta XR simulator install in the 418 Labs, covering specific considerations for launching successfully and links to supporting services from Meta.

''NOTE: The install of the Meta XR simulator in the labs has been customized to work with our systems, therefore the toggle at the top doesn't work as designed. To enable/disable the runtime you will need to launch the app via the shortcut and close using the window.''

Meta XR Simulator is a lightweight OpenXR runtime built for developers and enables you to simulate Meta VR devices and features on the OpenXR API level. More information can be found here: https://developers.meta.com/horizon/downloads/package/meta-xr-simulator-windows/

Meta have also developed an Unreal Engine Plugin to support development with Meta headsets. More info can be found here: https://developers.meta.com/horizon/documentation/unreal/unreal-quick-start-install-metaxr-plugin/ The integration into UE5 needs to be installed from here https://developers.meta.com/horizon/downloads/package/unreal-engine-5-integration/. This Plugin has already been installed into the Labs PCs.

== Unreal Engine 5 and Meta XR Simulator ==
The PC labs have been setup to work with a range of VR headsets, therefore the following steps outline how to setup the PC to work with UE5 and the Meta XR simulator.
[[File:SteamVR Window.png|thumb|177x177px|SteamVR Window]]

# Navigate to the SteamVR folder (C:\Steam\steamapps\common\SteamVR\bin\win64) Alternatively login to steam and launch SteamVR from there.
# Click on '''vrmonitor.exe''' to launch SteamVR this should load a grey window
# Turn off the Vive OpenXR API layers. ''In the SteamVR desktop window, click on the hamburger menu (≡) open Settings → OpenXR → 'MANAGE OPENXR API LAYERS'. A window should popup titled 'Installed OpenXR API Layers' turn off all of the layers see image. These are Vive OpenXR layers that clash with the Meta Simulator.'' [[File:Turning off OpenXR Layers.png|thumb|177x177px|Turning off OpenXR Layers]]
# Search for Meta XR simulator in the taskbar
# Launch '''Meta XR simulator''' this should load into a window.
# SteamVR should now say ''“Meta XR simulator is OpenXR Runtime.”''
# Launch '''Unreal Engine 5.7''' and create a VR Project
# Make sure that the plugins 'OpenXR and MetaXR' are enabled, restart as needed.
# In the dropdown for the play menu, select VR
# With Steam VR and Meta XR Simulator running, click the 'play' button in Unreal engine. You should now be able to control your scene using a mouse and keyboard.

=== Troubleshooting ===
[[Category:VR]]

File:Turning off OpenXR Layers.png

2026-07-28T07:51:23Z

Zane.Kelbrick:

Turning off OpenXR Layers

File:SteamVR Window.png

2026-07-28T07:50:18Z

Zane.Kelbrick:

SteamVR Window

File:MetaXRSimulator.png

2026-07-28T07:34:14Z

Zane.Kelbrick:

MetaXRSimulator

File:Meta-xr-simulator-shortcuts.pdf

2026-07-28T07:28:26Z

Zane.Kelbrick:

This PDF contains all shortcuts for the Meta XR simulator

Meta XR Simulator

2026-07-27T06:07:54Z

Zane.Kelbrick: Added Cat

This is a page that covers the Meta XR simulator
[[Category:VR]]

Meta XR Simulator

2026-07-27T06:07:13Z

Zane.Kelbrick: Added info on Meta XR sim

This is a page that covers the Meta XR simulator

Meta Quest 3

2025-10-27T01:47:30Z

Zane.Kelbrick: Spell check

[[File:Meta Quest 3 .png|thumb|The Meta Quest 3 is a powerful, standalone virtual reality headset with improved visuals, enhanced performance, and mixed reality capabilities.]]
The Meta Quest 3 is a standalone Mixed Reality Headset. The successor to the Quest 2, this headset features improved colour passthrough enabling MR experiences. You will need to setup a Meta/ facebook login in order to use this headset

== Specifications ==
{| class="wikitable"
!Type
!Quantity
!Risk Assessment
|-
|Quest 3
|2
|None but you are required to read the following safety warnings.
|}

=== Equipment List ===
{| class="wikitable"
!Equipment
!Quantity
!Notes
|-
|Headset
|1
|Headset must be cleaned after use.
|-
|Controllers
|2
|Each controller comes with batteries.
|-
|Case
|1
|For storing all equipment.
|-
|USB-C Cable
|1
|Connects headset to PC.
|-
|Glasses spacer
|1
|To allow users with glasses to wear the headset.
|-
|USB-C to USB 3.0
|1
|Not all computers have a USB-C plug so an adapter is provided. You may experience some latency by using the adapter.
|}

== Documentation ==
The Meta Quest 3 offers two development options: standalone and PC VR. In standalone mode, you can create immersive experiences that run directly on the headset, while PC VR allows you to stream content from a compatible PC for better performance and advanced graphics. Both options support the OpenXR pipeline, giving you a flexible, open standard for building cross-platform applications that can run on multiple VR devices. This makes it easier to reach a broader audience with your projects.

[https://www.meta.com/en-gb/help/quest/509273027107091/?srsltid=AfmBOoo6VBEnMOUjiPw5Y2bSZL5YZwAeoeA3vhoYz6ih9IbQFhwLPj46 Set up and connect Meta Quest Link and Air Link]

[https://www.meta.com/en-gb/help/quest/?utm_source=dbemakers.github.io&utm_medium=oculusredirect Meta Support]

[https://www.youtube.com/user/oculusvr Oculus (Meta) YouTube]

[https://dbemakers.github.io/assets/images/equipment/Health%20and%20Safety%20Guide.png Health and Safety Guide]
[[Category:VR]]

Meta Quest 3

2025-03-26T00:42:14Z

Zane.Kelbrick: Added information about Quest 3

[[File:Meta Quest 3 .png|thumb|The Meta Quest 3 is a powerful, standalone virtual reality headset with improved visuals, enhanced performance, and mixed reality capabilities.]]
The Meta Quest 3 is a standalone Mixed Reality Headset. The successor to the Quest 2, this headset features improved colour passthrough enabling MR experiences. You will need to setup a Meta/ facebook login in order to use this headset

== Specifications ==
{| class="wikitable"
!Type
!Quatity
!Risk Assessment
|-
|Quest 3
|2
|None but you are required to read the following safety warnings.
|}

=== Equipment List ===
{| class="wikitable"
!Equipment
!Quantity
!Notes
|-
|Headset
|1
|Headset must be cleaned after use.
|-
|Controllers
|2
|Each controller comes with batteries.
|-
|Case
|1
|For storing all equipment.
|-
|USB-C Cable
|1
|Connects headset to PC.
|-
|Glasses spacer
|1
|To allow users with glasses to wear the headset.
|-
|USB-C to USB 3.0
|1
|Not all computers have a USB-C plug so an adapter is provided. You may experience some latency by using the adapter.
|}

== Documentation ==
The Meta Quest 3 offers two development options: standalone and PC VR. In standalone mode, you can create immersive experiences that run directly on the headset, while PC VR allows you to stream content from a compatible PC for better performance and advanced graphics. Both options support the OpenXR pipeline, giving you a flexible, open standard for building cross-platform applications that can run on multiple VR devices. This makes it easier to reach a broader audience with your projects.

[https://www.meta.com/en-gb/help/quest/509273027107091/?srsltid=AfmBOoo6VBEnMOUjiPw5Y2bSZL5YZwAeoeA3vhoYz6ih9IbQFhwLPj46 Set up and connect Meta Quest Link and Air Link]

[https://www.meta.com/en-gb/help/quest/?utm_source=dbemakers.github.io&utm_medium=oculusredirect Meta Support]

[https://www.youtube.com/user/oculusvr Oculus (Meta) YouTube]

[https://dbemakers.github.io/assets/images/equipment/Health%20and%20Safety%20Guide.png Health and Safety Guide]
[[Category:VR]]

File:Meta Quest 3 .png

2025-03-26T00:30:24Z

Zane.Kelbrick:

Image of the Meta Quest 3

Oculus Quest 2

2025-03-26T00:28:06Z

Zane.Kelbrick: betteries to batteries

[[File:Oculus Quest 2.jpg|thumb|Meta Quest 2 created by Oculus with controllers.]]The Oculus Quest 2 is a standalone VR headset that allows you to view and interact with virtual experiences with or without a computer. Little physical setup is required.
[[File:Test PDF.pdf|thumb]]

== Specifications ==
{| class="wikitable"
!Type
!Quatity
!Risk Assessment
|-
|Quest 2
|10
|None but you are required to read the following safety warnings.
|}

=== Equipment List ===
{| class="wikitable"
!Equipment
!Quantity
!Notes
|-
|Headset
|1
|Headset must be cleaned after use.
|-
|Controllers
|2
|Each controller comes with batteries.
|-
|Case
|1
|For storing all equipment.
|-
|USB-C Cable
|1
|Connects headset to PC.
|-
|Glasses spacer
|1
|To allow users with glasses to wear the headset.
|-
|USB-C to USB 3.0
|1
|Not all computers have a USB-C plug so an adapter is provided. You may experience some latency by using the adapter.
|}

== Documentation ==
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*[https://www.meta.com/en-gb/help/quest/articles/headsets-and-accessories/oculus-link/set-up-link/ PC Setup Guide]
* [https://www.meta.com/en-gb/help/quest/?utm_source=dbemakers.github.io&utm_medium=oculusredirect Oculus Support]
* [https://www.youtube.com/user/oculusvr Oculus YouTube]
* [https://dbemakers.github.io/assets/images/equipment/Health%20and%20Safety%20Guide.png Health and Safety Guide]

[[Category:VR]]