How to Use a USB Adapter With a Wireless PS2 Controller
Wireless PlayStation 2 (PS2) controllers allow players to play PS2 games from anywhere in a room. The unique shape of the PS2 console controller port prevents these controllers from plugging into the PlayStation 3 (PS3). It is possible to use a PS2-USB adapter to connect these controllers to a PS3. The adapter will convert the signal from the wireless PS2 controller to one readable by a USB port. This can allow you to reuse your older wireless controllers rather than purchasing new ones.
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Things You'll Need
- PS2-USB adapter
- Wireless PlayStation 2 (PS2) controller
- Matching wireless receiver
- PlayStation 3 (PS3) console
Instructions
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Plug the USB connector of the PS2-USB adapter into the USB port of the PlayStation 3 console.
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Plug the wireless receiver that came with the wireless PS2 controller into the PS2 connector of the PS2-USB adapter.
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Turn on the PlayStation 3 (PS3) console.
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Turn on the wireless PS2 controller. This may require turning on a separate power switch on the back of the console.
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Press the sync button on the wireless receiver and on the wireless controller. This will be the only button on the wireless receiver. The button is typically marked by a symbol of three wavy lines. The wireless PS2 controller is now ready for use with the PS2-USB adapter.
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Tips & Warnings
Some wireless PS2 controllers automatically turn off after a period of not being used. Other models have a power switch. Models with a power switch should be turned off when not in use to save battery power.
