Setting up XR-4 Series (2026)

1. Log into Varjo Account Portal 

To get started, log into Varjo Account Portal. If you don’t have a Varjo Account yet, you can create a Varjo Account. 

2. Download Varjo Base from Varjo Account Portal 

Varjo Base is the software used to run your headset. It contains everything you need to use the headset on a Windows computer, including advanced presentation and developer tools. 

Note that Varjo Base 4.13 or later is required to use XR-4 Series (2026). If you have an older version of Varjo Base, please download and install the latest version. 

GET VARJO BASE 

When you install Varjo Base for the first time, you may be prompted to also install Microsoft Visual C++ 2019 X64 Minimum Runtime. 

3. Start Varjo Base 

Varjo Base will help you set up your headset. You can also follow along the setup steps on this page. 

When you start Varjo Base for the first time, we will run a system check to confirm that your computer is compatible with the headset. See System requirements for more information. 

4. Log into Varjo Base with your Varjo Account 

Depending on your installed licenses, you may be asked to log in. 

In Varjo Base, log in with your Varjo Account to start setup. 

Note that your computer needs to be connected to the internet to log in. 

5. Select your headset model 

When you start Varjo Base for the first time, it will automatically open the first-time user guide to help you through the setup process. You can open the guide at any time in Settings > Support > Run setup. 

Select your headset model to view detailed instructions on how to connect your headset. 

6. Connect your headset 

When you connect the headset to your computer for the first time, Windows will recognize the headset as a new USB device and install the appropriate drivers. 

1. Connect power to the headset adapter using the power cable. Use the 60 W port in the 3-port charger. Make sure the power cable locks into place properly. 
2. Connect the headset adapter (LB-5) to the back of your computer.  
3. Connect the headset’s data cable to the headset adapter. The status indicator light in the headset adapter turns green. 
4. Connect the headset’s display cable to the graphics card of the computer.   
5. Power on the headset. 

Please refer to the FAQ section if you are unable to connect the headset to your computer. 

7. Update your headset firmware if prompted 

Varjo Base will automatically check that your headset firmware is up to date. If the firmware is not compatible with the current version of Varjo Base, you will be prompted to update the firmware. 

8. Activate Varjo Base Pro for your headset if prompted 

Varjo Base will automatically check if there are any available Varjo Base Pro licenses in your organization.  

Note that the licenses are headset specific, and you cannot transfer them to another headset after the license has been activated.  

You can activate the license later in Settings > Support > Licenses > Available licenses.  

9. Enable OpenXR and OpenVR runtimes if prompted 

Varjo Base will attempt to automatically enable the OpenXR and OpenVR runtimes for Varjo headsets. If you have previously used another OpenXR- or OpenVR-compatible headset on this computer, you may be prompted to enable the runtime manually. 

Enable the runtime if you want to run OpenXR and OpenVR applications, such as SteamVR apps. 

We recommend that you also enable Software updates and Crash reporting. 

10. Select a tracking method for your headset 

Follow setup instructions for your tracking method in Varjo Base. 

The XR-4 Series headsets support the following tracking systems: 

•  Varjo inside-out tracking uses the positional tracking cameras on the headset to continuously scan the room and keep track of your position. 
•  SteamVR™ Tracking uses up to four SteamVR™ base stations to track your headset and optional controllers.