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How do I pair the controllers with the Vive XR Elite?

Pairing the Vive XR Elite controllers ensures optimal headset performance and enables smoother navigation within the interface. In most cases, they are detected automatically during the initial setup, but you can also pair them manually at any time through the headset settings.

1. Prepare the controllers and the headset

Before you begin, make sure the Vive XR Elite is turned on. Also check that the controllers are charged.

2. Turn on the controllers

Hold down the main button on each controller for a few seconds until they light up.

  1. Turn on the left controller.
  2. Turn on the right controller.
  3. Check that they are detected by the headset.

If the controllers are already paired, they will connect automatically.

3. Start the controller pairing process

If the controllers are not detected automatically, you can start a manual pairing process from the headset.

  1. Open the Headset Settings.
  2. Go to Input, then Controllers.
  3. Select Pair.
  4. Select the controller you want to connect.

4. Perform manual pairing

  1. Hold down the required buttons on the controller to enter pairing mode.
  2. Wait for the headset to detect the controller.
  3. Confirm the connection.

For the Vive XR Elite, pairing mode is typically activated by holding down a combination of buttons for a few seconds, depending on the controller used.

5. Verify the connection

Once pairing is complete, the controllers will appear as connected in the settings. You can then use them to navigate menus and launch applications.


Pairing the Vive XR Elite controllers is a simple but important step to fully enjoy the headset and its features. Whether the connection is automatic or manual, it only takes a few steps to pair the controllers and verify that they are properly recognized by the system.

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