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How to set up your Oculus Quest 2
How to set up your Oculus Quest 2

Get started with your Oculus Quest 2 headset for a standalone (wireless) virtual reality experience.

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Written by Jess McGahan
Updated over 5 months ago

Experience virtual reality (VR) simulation scenarios using a wireless Oculus Quest 2.

This article will guide you through setting up your Quest 2 headset to get ready for VR simulation.

Before you begin you will need:

  • an Oculus Quest 2 VR headset

  • a pair of Oculus Quest 2 hand controllers

  • two AA batteries

  • a smartphone with the Oculus app installed

  • a Facebook account

  1. Step one: install the Oculus App onto your smartphone

    1. Download the app for iPhone here.

    2. Download the app for Android here.

  2. Step two: log into the Oculus app using a Facebook account

    1. You need a Facebook account to use the consumer version of the Quest 2 headset. If you do not have a Facebook account you can create one here.

  3. Step three: pair your Quest 2 to the Oculus smartphone app:

    1. Open the Oculus app on your smartphone

    2. Turn on your Oculus Quest

    3. On your phone you will see a message prompting you to pair your headset. Select "Pair".

    4. On your phone, enter the code that appears inside your headset.

Put on your headset and follow the instructions on screen to:

  • connect your headset to Wi-Fi (select the same network that your smartphone is on)

  • set a floor level (to determine your height in VR)

  • select a safe play area

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