Press the PS button on your controller. The controller is assigned to the user who is currently logged in on your PS5 console.
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to pair the other controller.
Remove the USB cable when using your PS VR2 Sense controller.
Your PS VR2 Sense controller can pair with only one PS5 console at a time. When you want to use your controller on another console, you need to pair it with that console.
To access VR Mode and play VR games, you first need to set a space (play area) where you can safely use PS VR2.
Turn on your PlayStation®VR2 system, go to the home screen and select Settings > Accessories > PlayStation VR2.
Select Set Play Area to reset the play area when you need to edit or set a temporary play area.
The boundaries of your play area appear when you approach them. If you leave your play area, your game is paused, and the screen switches so you can see your surroundings.
PS VR2 can display 120 Hz video in cinematic mode through the headset. Your TV doesn’t need to support 120 Hz video for it to be displayed through your headset.
Go to Settings > Accessories > PlayStation VR2 > Cinematic mode.
Wipe only with a soft, dry cloth, made specifically for cleaning lenses.
Do not use paper products such as paper towels or tissues unless specifically intended for cleaning lenses. Leaving water droplets or dirt on the lenses may cause deterioration or degradation.
It may take some time to become accustomed to VR images. When you first start playing VR games, it’s recommended that you use PS VR and PS VR2 for short periods of time.
Try playing games using the sitting play style at first. Move on to more dynamic movements once you’re comfortable with seated gaming.
Try to make sure your play-area is well-ventilated.
Slowly build up your time using the VR headset. This will give you a chance to get used to the new sensations of VR. Set a timer to remind yourself to take breaks.
Make sure your PC meets the following minimum spec requirements to use PS VR2.
OS
Windows 10 64-bit
Windows 11 64-bit
Processor
Intel Core i5 7600
AMD Ryzen 3 3100 *1
RAM
8 GB or more
Graphics card*2*3
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 or later NVIDIA RTX series
AMD Radeon RX 5500XT or later AMD Radeon RX 6500XT or later *4 *5
DisplayPort™*6
DisplayPort 1.4
USB port
USB 3.0*7
Bluetooth®*8
Bluetooth® 4.0 or later
*1 Zen2 or later architecture is required.
*2 Must have a dedicated Mini DisplayPort™ or standard DisplayPort™ output port. DisplayPort™ over USB Type-C® is not compatible with your PlayStation®VR2 PC adapter.
*3 Make sure to use the latest graphics card driver. If you're having trouble with the latest driver, try going back to the previous version.
*4 For best performance, we recommend that you use an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 or later, or an AMD Radeon RX 6600XT or later graphics card.
*5 Turing or later architecture is required.
*6 You must connect the DisplayPort™ cable directly to the DisplayPort™ port on your PC.
*7 You must connect your PlayStation®VR2 PC adapter directly to the USB port on your PC. Do not use an extension cable or USB hub, as it may cause it to malfunction.
*8 Some Bluetooth® adapters may not be compatible with your PlayStation®VR2 PC adapter. For more information on Bluetooth® adapters, visit the link below.
PlayStation®VR2 App Download this app for free from the Steam™ store. This app allows you to use PS VR2 with your PC. Use this app to change the play area and update the firmware for your PS VR2.
Connect your PC adapter to your Windows PC's USB 3.0 Type-A port (A).
Use a DisplayPort™ 1.4 cable (sold separately) (D) to connect your PC adapter (B) to your PC's DisplayPort™ port (C).
Connect the supplied AC power cord (H) to the supplied AC adapter (G). Then, connect the AC adapter to the DC IN connector (F) on your PC adapter. Make all connections before plugging the AC power cord into an electrical outlet (I). Once you plug in your PC adapter, it turns on and its status indicator (E) will turn solid red.
Connect your VR headset (included with PS VR2) (M) to your PC adapter's USB Type-C® port (L) and press the power button on your VR headset (J) to turn it on. Your PC adapter's status indicator (E) and VR headset's power indicator (K) turn solid white.
Open PlayStation®VR2 App. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the initial setup. Once you finish, you're ready to play VR games.
If it's your first time using your PS VR2 Sense controller on your PC, you need to pair it using Bluetooth®. If USB cables are connected to your controllers, disconnect them. Make sure to charge both the left and right controllers before pairing.
Turn on Bluetooth® on your PC.
On the left and right controllers, simultaneously press and hold the buttons described below until the respective status indicators (D) start to blink. Left controller: PS button (C) and create button (A) Right controller: PS button (C) and options button (B)
Open your PC's Bluetooth® settings and select the option to add Bluetooth® devices. Your PC detects nearby Bluetooth® devices.
Select your controllers from the list of detected devices to complete the pairing process. You need to pair both controllers individually.
Make sure to pair the controllers while their status indicators are blinking. If a controller's status indicator stops blinking before you're able to pair it, repeat steps 2 through 4 for that controller.
You can check your controllers' battery level in the SteamVR™ dashboard by pressing the PS button on your PS VR2 Sense controller.
When setting up PS VR2 on your PC for the first time, open PlayStation®VR2 App and follow these steps.
Connect your headphones. Connect the stereo headphones to your VR headset. You can also use other supported audio devices, such as PULSE Explore™ wireless earbuds or headphones that use a 3.5 mm plug.
Prepare your devices. Put your controllers down within easy reach and press the function button on the VR headset.
Clear some space. Clear some space around you so that there’s nothing you’ll bump into or trip over in your play area.
Adjust the brightness of your room. Turn on the lights in your room so that your VR headset can track your surroundings. Keep curtains closed to avoid direct sunlight.
Put on the VR headset. Follow on-screen instructions to pull out the scope, release the headband and put on your VR headset. You can then tighten the headband and adjust the scope.
Adjust the lenses. To make sure you can see the screen clearly, use the lens adjustment dial (A) to adjust the lens distance so that your eyes are positioned in the middle of the lenses. Press the function button when you are done.
Put on the headphones. Put on the connected stereo headphones or other supported audio devices.
Hold the controllers. Pick up your controllers and wear the straps securely on your wrists. Follow the on-screen instructions to learn about the controller features.
Set the play area. Set an area you can safely play games in. Scan your room using the VR headset camera. You can also adjust the floor height.
Open Steam™ on your Windows PC screen and select PlayStation®VR2 App. You can also open the app by pressing the PS button on your PS VR2 Sense controller, and from the SteamVR™ dashboard, selecting PlayStation VR2 App.
You don't need to open PlayStation®VR2 App each time you use PS VR2 with SteamVR™.
You can set the direction you're facing in your VR headset as the front. Press and hold the options button (F) on the right PS VR2 Sense controller until your line of sight is reset.
Press the PS button on your PlayStation VR2 Sense™ controller to open the SteamVR™ dashboard, and then select the PS VR2 icon.
Select Go to Play Area Setup for PS VR2 > Play Area.
Select the type of play area you want to use. Follow the on-screen instructions to change or edit the play area.
If you leave your play area, your screen doesn't automatically show you your surroundings. Either return to your play area or press the function button on your VR headset to activate the see-through view.
If your game doesn't proceed as expected after resetting the play area, try clearing the play area data. To do this, in step 2, select Clear Play Area Data.
Press the PS button on your PlayStation VR2 Sense™ controller to open the SteamVR™ dashboard.
Do one of the following.
Select the PS VR2 icon. This lets you adjust screen brightness and controller vibration intensity.
Select the settings icon. This lets you change Render Resolution, Motion Smoothing, and more. You can also change controller bindings for your PS VR2 Sense controllers, which lets you change the functions of the buttons and sticks on your controllers. Some VR games require you to change the controller bindings, so make sure to change the controller bindings when you start the game or from these settings.
The Steam™ app’s default settings allow PlayStation VR2 App to automatically update. If you need to update the app manually, go to the PlayStation®VR2 App page on the Steam™ store and update the app.
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Check your connections. Unplug all cables and then reconnect them, following the guide below. Make sure you’re using a cable that complies with DisplayPort™ 1.4 or higher.
Launch SteamVR™ and go to SteamVR > Settings > Developer tab > Enable Direct Mode.
If possible, try using a different USB port to connect your PS VR2.
Open PlayStation®VR2 App and check your connection.
Make sure you’re using the latest drivers for your graphics card. If you experience issues with the latest drivers, please try going back to an earlier version.
