How do I fix my PS3 controller not connecting to my PS3?

Reset Your PS3 Controller

  1. Turn off your PS3 console.
  2. Plug the controller into the USB port on the console.
  3. Turn on your PS3.
  4. Look for a small hole on the back on the controller near the L2 shoulder button.
  5. Press the PS button on the controller to re-pair it with the PS3.

How do I connect my PS3 controller to my PS3 wirelessly?

How do I sync my wireless controller for PS3?

  1. Insert the USB Controller Adaptor into any available USB port on the PS3™ console.
  2. Press the “Connect” button on the USB Controller Adaptor.
  3. Press the “Home” button on the Pro Elite Wireless Controller.

How do I make my Dualshock 3 discoverable?

Make the controller recognizable to the Bluetooth. Unplug the controller from the computer. Press and hold the PS3 Home button on the center of the controller. This turns on the controller, and it is recognized on the computer.

How do you sync a PlayStation 3 controller without the cord?

Connecting Wirelessly to PS3 Console As long as the controller’s battery is charged, it can be connected by simply pressing the PlayStation button and waiting. The four LEDs at the top – generally used to designate controller number – will blink briefly as the DualShock 3 searches for nearby devices it can connect to.

Are PlayStation 3 controllers Bluetooth?

While PS3 controllers do have Bluetooth functionality, they don’t seamlessly connect to other hardware like newer controllers. Both the original Sixaxis and DualShock 3 versions of the PS3 controller are specifically meant to connect to either the PS3 or the PSP Go.

Why is PS3 controller flashing blue?

The flashing blue light simply means that there is a syncing issue between devices; either the controller and the console (in this case, your iPad), or the controller and a charging station. The easiest solution is to reset it using. To do this, there is a small hole on the back of the controller.