PS3 controller not working
My original Sony controller won't even connect to the PS3 even after resetting several times, whether connected to the USB or not, what should I do? I have another controller which isn't Sony and when plugged into the USB the red lights flash for about a minute then go off but none of the buttons work, what does that mean? Its also been reset several times.... Help....
Best Answer
You need to sync the controller with the PS3 before it'll work with your console.
To sync your controller, connect it to the console via the USB cable, the 4 lights on the top should flash. Now press the PS (i.e. Home) button (large round button in the middle of the controller, between Start, Select & the analog sticks). Only one light should flash now. You should now be able to disconnect the controller and use it normally.
If this doesn't work, it could be your controller or console are faulty.
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How do you get a ps3 controller to work?
Insert the USB Controller Adaptor into any available USB port on the PS3\u2122 console. Press the \u201cConnect\u201d button on the USB Controller Adaptor. The LED light will begin flash rapidly. Press the \u201cHome\u201d button on the Pro Elite Wireless Controller.How do you reset a ps3 controller without the reset button?
You can't hard reset a controller without the reset button. However, you can plug the controller into the console, press the PS button, and then unplug it - this will restart the device.How do you resync a ps3 controller?
Common reasons your PS4 controller is not working Here are some possible causes, according to Asurion Experts: The controller's battery is dead. The controller was recently paired with another device, like a different PS4 or PC. The controller is too far from your PlayStation and is no longer connected via Bluetooth\xae.Guide to Fixing Common PS3 Controller issues (Random Button Pushes,Not Syncing,Replacing Battery)
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