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Fitting the headset – XR-4 Series

This page includes tips to help you find a comfortable fit while wearing your XR-4 Series headset.

Putting on the headset

Adjusting the back support

Changing the face cushion - XR-4 Series (2026)

Adjusting the side pads - XR-4 Series (2026)

Changing the face cushion - XR-4 Series (2023)

Note that your headset might look different than the images depending on your XR-4 Series model.

Putting on the headset

Seeing content in the highest visual quality requires that the headset is precisely positioned over your eyes. Optimal positioning is different for every individual as it depends on the shape of your head and eyes. Varjo headsets can automatically adjust the position of the lenses based on your interpupillary distance (IPD). Read more about Adjusting the headset lenses.  

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  1. Quick release button
  2. Back adjustment wheel
  3. Top adjustment wheel
  4. Field-of-view adjustment

Step 1.

Before you put on the headset, loosen both the back and top adjustments.

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Step 2.

Tighten the headband with the back adjustment wheel.

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Step 3.

Adjust the top adjustment to hold the headset in place.

The headset is correctly adjusted when it sits comfortably on your head and the image inside the headset is sharp.

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Step 4.

Adjust the space between your eyes and the lenses with the field-of-view adjustment button.

Keep the button pressed and move the device body closer or further away for optimal viewing distance.

Adjusting the back support

The back pad has two positions available. Choose the one that feels the most comfortable for you. 

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Step 1. 

Press the center rib on the back of the back pad to release the attachment pins. 

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Step 2. 

Press the center rib and align the pins with the upper or lower attachment points. 

Changing the face cushion - XR-4 Series (2026)

The face cushion is attached to the headset body with hook-and-loop strips and can be easily changed. 

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Step 1.

Remove the face cushion. 

Make sure not to grab the cushion frame as this is attached with glue. 

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Step 2.

Attach a new cushion. 

Make sure to align the center and both sides so that the cushion covers the hook-and-loop strips entirely. 

Place the silicon light blockers over the side pads. 

Additionally, you can adjust the side pads for a more comfortable fit. 

Adjusting the side pads - XR-4 Series (2026)

The side pads can be adjusted for a more comfortable fit and to better accommodate eyeglass temples. 

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Step 1.  

Move the silicon light blocker to reveal the support frame. 

 

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Step 2. 

You can adjust the side pads along the support frame or remove them entirely to ensure the best fit. 

Place the silicon light blocker back after adjusting the side pads. 

 

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Step 3. 

If you wear the headset with eyeglasses, leave a gap for the eyeglass temples. This ensures a comfortable fit. 

Changing the face cushion - XR-4 Series (2023)

The face cushion is attached to the headset body with hook-and-loop strips and can be easily changed.

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1. Remove the face cushion.

Make sure not to grab the cushion frame as this is attached with glue.

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2. Attach a new cushion.

Make sure to align the center and both sides so that the cushion covers the hook-and-loop strips entirely.

Note: Face cushions used with other Varjo headset models are not compatible with XR-4 Series. You can purchase additional face cushions from Varjo.

If you have purchased an Extended face cushion, see Installing the Extended face cushion for XR-4 Series (2023).