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Morning.
Last week or so I've been trying to get my PS3 Dualshock 3 Sixaxis controller working with my Nexus 7 via the Micro USB port, and I'm about to give up completely.
I've googled enough to make my head spin, so this is pretty much my last hope for a solution. I've tried with 4.1.1, 4.1.2 & 4.2.2.
I've mailed the developers of the apps mentioned below, but have yet to recieve any response. This was done more than just 1-2 days ago.
I've tried with & without rooting.
The controller works fine when connecting it to my computer & Transformer Prime. It's been close to fully charged all the time.
The Gameklip cable & the OTG-cable works. I can access HDD's, flashdrives & even the SD-card on my PSP.
While using the OTG-cable, I've tried with different USB - Mini USB cables.
Sixaxis Controller using Bluetooth works fine, not a single problem there. I can also add my Nexus 7's MAC-address to the controller via the app without any trouble.
USB/BT Joystick Center 8 finds the controller, but refuses to accept any input from it. The same developer has released a joystick analyzer, and it recognizes the correct vendor & product ID of the controller.
The keylayout file exists & is correctly mapped in my usr/keylayout directory. I've also tried using the Transformers keylayout on the Nexus 7.
And here's the kicker, the spare Gamestop Xbox 360 controller I've got laying around works without a problem. Which almost led to me frisbeeing this ****ing thing out the window. And even though it works, it's not a viable alternative for me since it doesn't fit in the Gameklip.
At this point I'm up for crazy ideas, so any help, no matter how far out there, is appreciated.
Thanks for taking the time to read through this, and if you have any ideas that might help, thanks in advance!
retardbatman said:
Morning.
Last week or so I've been trying to get my PS3 Dualshock 3 Sixaxis controller working with my Nexus 7 via the Micro USB port, and I'm about to give up completely.
I've googled enough to make my head spin, so this is pretty much my last hope for a solution. I've tried with 4.1.1, 4.1.2 & 4.2.2.
I've mailed the developers of the apps mentioned below, but have yet to recieve any response. This was done more than just 1-2 days ago.
I've tried with & without rooting.
The controller works fine when connecting it to my computer & Transformer Prime. It's been close to fully charged all the time.
The Gameklip cable & the OTG-cable works. I can access HDD's, flashdrives & even the SD-card on my PSP.
While using the OTG-cable, I've tried with different USB - Mini USB cables.
Sixaxis Controller using Bluetooth works fine, not a single problem there. I can also add my Nexus 7's MAC-address to the controller via the app without any trouble.
USB/BT Joystick Center 8 finds the controller, but refuses to accept any input from it. The same developer has released a joystick analyzer, and it recognizes the correct vendor & product ID of the controller.
The keylayout file exists & is correctly mapped in my usr/keylayout directory. I've also tried using the Transformers keylayout on the Nexus 7.
And here's the kicker, the spare Gamestop Xbox 360 controller I've got laying around works without a problem. Which almost led to me frisbeeing this ****ing thing out the window. And even though it works, it's not a viable alternative for me since it doesn't fit in the Gameklip.
At this point I'm up for crazy ideas, so any help, no matter how far out there, is appreciated.
Thanks for taking the time to read through this, and if you have any ideas that might help, thanks in advance!
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Sorry for the thread resurrection here but I have searched high and low on the internet and this is the only thing that I find that comes close to the same exact problem I am having. The only difference is I have a galaxy s3 running cyanogenmod 10.2. Same issue on 10.1. I can get a wired 360 controller to work just fine and even a Wii classic controller with a USB adapter to work. No Dualshock 3 though. You ever able to fix this?
Hey Guys,
I noticed the Amazon Fire TV was actually misreading the Dual Shock 4 Controller as The Amazon Fire Controller, which caused some mismapped keys and weird analog jumps and jitters and came up with a .KL file that fixes all that.
You need to be rooted for this to work.
Copy my file to you system/usr/keylayout folder and disconnect your controller, then reconnect. Your buttons will be set.
I mapped the buttons like a Dual Shock 3 but kept the axis items for GAS & Break the same. The Touchpad is mapped as Menu, With Back and Home being Removed for full control in Emulators. Heres all the info if you wanna make your own modded version. Just edit the .kl file i included and you should be fine.
Dual Shock 4 Scancodes
sq=304
tri=307
cir=306
x=305
l1=308
r1=309
l2=310
r2=311
option=313
share=312
touch=317
l3=BACK=314
r3=MENU=315
psbutton=HOME=172
DATA from my .KL file for the DS4
# Buttons
key 164 MEDIA_PLAY_PAUSE
key 168 MEDIA_REWIND
key 172 HOME
key 208 MEDIA_FAST_FORWARD
key 304 BUTTON_X
key 305 BUTTON_A
key 306 BUTTON_B
key 307 BUTTON_Y
key 308 BUTTON_L1
key 309 BUTTON_R1
key 310 BUTTON_L2
key 311 BUTTON_R2
key 312 BUTTON_SELECT
key 313 BUTTON_START
key 314 BUTTON_THUMBL
key 315 BUTTON_THUMBR
key 317 MENU
# Joystick and game controller axes.
axis 0x00 X flat 0
axis 0x01 Y flat 0
axis 0x02 Z flat 0
axis 0x05 RZ flat 0
axis 0x09 GAS
axis 0x0a BRAKE
axis 0x10 HAT_X
axis 0x11 HAT_Y
NOTE: You need to rename my file from .txt to .kl for it to work!!!
lilcza1 said:
...WHOLE LOT OF AWESOME...
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Great job! I've had a bunch of readers ask about this exact issue. Thanks for figuring it out. I wrote up a more detailed guide for those that need it: here
lilcza1 said:
Hey Guys,
I noticed the Amazon Fire TV was actually misreading the Dual Shock 4 Controller as The Amazon Fire Controller, which caused some mismapped keys and weird analog jumps and jitters and came up with a .KL file that fixes all that.
You need to be rooted for this to work.
Copy my file to you system/usr/keylayout folder and disconnect your controller, then reconnect. Your buttons will be set.
I mapped the buttons like a Dual Shock 3 but kept the axis items for GAS & Break the same. The Touchpad is mapped as Menu, With Back and Home being Removed for full control in Emulators. Heres all the info if you wanna make your own modded version. Just edit the .kl file i included and you should be fine.
STUFFF
NOTE: You need to rename my file from .txt to .kl for it to work!!!
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With this method can i pair multiple Dualshock 4 controllers to the same Amazon Fire TV? Also is there a kl file for PlayStation 3 Dualshock 3 controllers? from my understanding dualshock 3 dont work correctly.
Im glad it could help! I was thinking you could just have them copy and paste it using es File explorer?
@mejdam
I haven't tested that out yet and that was the reason I even started this whole thing lol.
It may be linked to the IME (Input Method) being locked. Im looking for a way to allow other IME's to work which should circumvent this problem, but i'm hoping that now that we have the matching Vender/Product.KL file for the ds4 in place, maybe it will read now. or at least make our lives a little easier.
Your Fire TV Box has the .kl file for DualShock 3 controllers already. You need to use Sixaxis tool to pair it correctly. I dont have any DS3 controllers anymore to test if its functional or not
would it be possible to make a red samurai controler from gamestop appear like a ps3 controller using this method?
fireTVnews.com said:
Great job! I've had a bunch of readers ask about this exact issue. Thanks for figuring it out. I wrote up a more detailed guide for those that need it: here
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I can't seem to get my ps4 controller to pair up with the FTV. I'm holding the share and home button on the ps4 controller to put it in pairing mode, then going to the setting on the FTV. It recognizes it as a wireless controller, but when I select it, it eventually just gives me an error message saying pairing was unsuccessful. I tried to get it working through the sixaxis controller app but that didn't work either. What am I doing wrong?
Hrodriguez77 said:
I can't seem to get my ps4 controller to pair up with the FTV. I'm holding the share and home button on the ps4 controller to put it in pairing mode, then going to the setting on the FTV. It recognizes it as a wireless controller, but when I select it, it eventually just gives me an error message saying pairing was unsuccessful. I tried to get it working through the sixaxis controller app but that didn't work either. What am I doing wrong?
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I have this exact same problem - here's a more detailed breakdown of what happens for me:
Have never attempted to pair (either of 2) DS4 to my FTV.
Installed this file to my FTV successfully, I think? There wasn't a lot of feedback from the terminal during the process so I assume it worked - I didn't get any error messages, at least...
Rebooted FTV per instructions.
Start controller pairing on my FTV
Put DS4 into pairing mode (light bar blinks to indicate pairing)
FTV sees controller
Select controller with FTV remote to start pair
DS4 goes OUT of pairing mode (almost as if it did pair successfully) and LED blinks slowly a few times, then turns off
Turning DS4 back on causes the LED to flash white a few times then turn off again.
FTV never successfully completes pairing process.
Anyone have any ideas on why this works for some people and doesn't work for others?
I have not installed any APKs designed to pair controllers like the DS3, but from what I know those are only necessary for pairing a DS3, and aren't necessary for pairing a DS4, correct?
I have NOT applied the "remote control" firmware update because it seemed kinda pointless, but I should have the latest AFTV firmware running. I doubt the remote control firmware is relevant here, but thought it bore mention all the same.
I've tried this with the DS4 unplugged, plugged into the FTV USB, plugged into a wall charger - no joy from any of these.
FTV does work with the DS4 via USB, but I'd prefer not to buy a 10ft USB cable to use my wireless controller...
illuminerdi said:
I have this exact same problem - here's a more detailed breakdown of what happens for me:
Have never attempted to pair (either of 2) DS4 to my FTV.
Installed this file to my FTV successfully, I think? There wasn't a lot of feedback from the terminal during the process so I assume it worked - I didn't get any error messages, at least...
Rebooted FTV per instructions.
Start controller pairing on my FTV
Put DS4 into pairing mode (light bar blinks to indicate pairing)
FTV sees controller
Select controller with FTV remote to start pair
DS4 goes OUT of pairing mode (almost as if it did pair successfully) and LED blinks slowly a few times, then turns off
Turning DS4 back on causes the LED to flash white a few times then turn off again.
FTV never successfully completes pairing process.
Anyone have any ideas on why this works for some people and doesn't work for others?
I have not installed any APKs designed to pair controllers like the DS3, but from what I know those are only necessary for pairing a DS3, and aren't necessary for pairing a DS4, correct?
I have NOT applied the "remote control" firmware update because it seemed kinda pointless, but I should have the latest AFTV firmware running. I doubt the remote control firmware is relevant here, but thought it bore mention all the same.
I've tried this with the DS4 unplugged, plugged into the FTV USB, plugged into a wall charger - no joy from any of these.
FTV does work with the DS4 via USB, but I'd prefer not to buy a 10ft USB cable to use my wireless controller...
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Exact problem I'm having.
Sorry guys I've been a bit MIA. Work has been keeping me busy.
@meadtj Yes, you can but you will need to find the correct mappings for the red samurai controller. Download Keytest.apk and write down the scancodes of each joystick push and button press on your joystick.
@mejdam Look at my new post here for the Workaround for playing 2 to 4 player multiplayer games including Joystick to Touch Screen and mouse games(Flash). It works virtually with all apps Here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/fire-tv/general/root-multiplayer-fix-emulators-using-t2822470
I'll look into this weird Bluetooth Non Pairing issue in a bit.My DS4 is Paired fine and im on the the last major update with Freetime and the other tweaks installed. I'll see whats up.
Thanks for the configuration! Works like a charm.... Quick question: any way to disconnect the dualshock 4 without rebooting fire TV?
bam099 said:
Thanks for the configuration! Works like a charm.... Quick question: any way to disconnect the dualshock 4 without rebooting fire TV?
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yeah, hold the ps button for 10 seconds and it disconnects
lilcza1 said:
yeah, hold the ps button for 10 seconds and it disconnects
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I actually tried that and mine doesn't disconnect. Strange. Maybe I should try repairing it.
illuminerdi said:
I have this exact same problem - here's a more detailed breakdown of what happens for me:
Have never attempted to pair (either of 2) DS4 to my FTV.
Installed this file to my FTV successfully, I think? There wasn't a lot of feedback from the terminal during the process so I assume it worked - I didn't get any error messages, at least...
Rebooted FTV per instructions.
Start controller pairing on my FTV
Put DS4 into pairing mode (light bar blinks to indicate pairing)
FTV sees controller
Select controller with FTV remote to start pair
DS4 goes OUT of pairing mode (almost as if it did pair successfully) and LED blinks slowly a few times, then turns off
Turning DS4 back on causes the LED to flash white a few times then turn off again.
FTV never successfully completes pairing process.
Anyone have any ideas on why this works for some people and doesn't work for others?
I have not installed any APKs designed to pair controllers like the DS3, but from what I know those are only necessary for pairing a DS3, and aren't necessary for pairing a DS4, correct?
I have NOT applied the "remote control" firmware update because it seemed kinda pointless, but I should have the latest AFTV firmware running. I doubt the remote control firmware is relevant here, but thought it bore mention all the same.
I've tried this with the DS4 unplugged, plugged into the FTV USB, plugged into a wall charger - no joy from any of these.
FTV does work with the DS4 via USB, but I'd prefer not to buy a 10ft USB cable to use my wireless controller...
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I'm having exactly the same problem. Anyone know how to solve it ?
thanks!
R2 and L2 not working
I'm having trouble with R2 and L2 not registering in games. Every other button works great. I've remade the .kl file as well without success. Anyone else having this problem, or know how to fix it? Gamepad Tester shows that everything is mapped correctly on the Fire TV
To anyone with pairing problems, I got mine to work by installing the "Settings" APK and pairing it there. After that I didn't have any more issues seeing the DS4.
cemicolin said:
I'm having trouble with R2 and L2 not registering in games. Every other button works great. I've remade the .kl file as well without success. Anyone else having this problem, or know how to fix it? Gamepad Tester shows that everything is mapped correctly on the Fire TV
To anyone with pairing problems, I got mine to work by installing the "Settings" APK and pairing it there. After that I didn't have any more issues seeing the DS4.
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I'm having the same issue. I futzed around with the keybinds for a bit: I can rebind other controls to R2 and L2 (e.g. I can make the AFTV think I'm pressing A by pressing R2), but I can't rebind R2 and L2 to other controls (e.g. I can't press the triangle key and make the AFTV think I'm pressing R2). In other words, the scancodes 310 for L2 and 311 for R2 are working just fine, but mapping any key to BUTTON_L2 or BUTTON_R2 seems to make that key functionally inert.
My only other guess (based on the comments in the DS3 .kl file, and an offhand mention by the OP), is that this has something to do with the GAS and BRAKE triggers; resetting them to the DS3 defaults didn't seem to do anything for me.
No pairing problems on my end, at least.
EDIT: Found a solution (that works for me, at least)! Changing the GAS and BRAKE values to the following fixed it for me:
axis 0x04 GAS
axis 0x03 BRAKE
cant pair
lilcza1 said:
Sorry guys I've been a bit MIA. Work has been keeping me busy.
@meadtj Yes, you can but you will need to find the correct mappings for the red samurai controller. Download Keytest.apk and write down the scancodes of each joystick push and button press on your joystick.
@mejdam Look at my new post here for the Workaround for playing 2 to 4 player multiplayer games including Joystick to Touch Screen and mouse games(Flash). It works virtually with all apps Here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/fire-tv/general/root-multiplayer-fix-emulators-using-t2822470
I'll look into this weird Bluetooth Non Pairing issue in a bit.My DS4 is Paired fine and im on the the last major update with Freetime and the other tweaks installed. I'll see whats up.
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anyone figure out why ps4 controller wont pair? When i click on wireless controllers PS4 controller turn of and minute late message pops up cant connect. Only way i can pair it is by hitting return key on amazon remote. problem is controller is paired but battery is off line not working. running 5.1.1.10-user 511702220
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cemicolin said:
I'm having trouble with R2 and L2 not registering in games. Every other button works great. I've remade the .kl file as well without success. Anyone else having this problem, or know how to fix it? Gamepad Tester shows that everything is mapped correctly on the Fire TV
To anyone with pairing problems, I got mine to work by installing the "Settings" APK and pairing it there. After that I didn't have any more issues seeing the DS4.
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where did you get settings apk?
I believe he is talking about the settings.apk in this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2714494
I am having the same issues as you. I sideloaded the settings.apk a few minutes ago. You then open it from the Firetv and go into the bluetooth menu.
It says I'm paired but cannot use the controller for menus currently as it turns itself off after being paired.
Will play with this a bit and report back if it works.
Update: Not working for me. DS4 still shuts itself off like it's timing out. I've spent 3 hours on this, getting very frustrated, time for bed.
dakotaSioux said:
I believe he is talking about the settings.apk in this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2714494
I am having the same issues as you. I sideloaded the settings.apk a few minutes ago. You then open it from the Firetv and go into the bluetooth menu.
It says I'm paired but cannot use the controller for menus currently as it turns itself off after being paired.
Will play with this a bit and report back if it works.
Update: Not working for me. DS4 still shuts itself off like it's timing out. I've spent 3 hours on this, getting very frustrated, time for bed.
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Try this, once you select wireless controller pair hit return key on fire TV remote it should be paired but battery is off. Can’t figure that part out.
mapping Mele f10 pro
lilcza1 said:
Sorry guys I've been a bit MIA. Work has been keeping me busy.
@meadtj Yes, you can but you will need to find the correct mappings for the red samurai controller. Download Keytest.apk and write down the scancodes of each joystick push and button press on your joystick.
@mejdam Look at my new post here for the Workaround for playing 2 to 4 player multiplayer games including Joystick to Touch Screen and mouse games(Flash). It works virtually with all apps Here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/fire-tv/general/root-multiplayer-fix-emulators-using-t2822470
I'll look into this weird Bluetooth Non Pairing issue in a bit.My DS4 is Paired fine and im on the the last major update with Freetime and the other tweaks installed. I'll see whats up.
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Hi there - i'm new to both xbmc and amazon tv. I'm looking to map the Mele F10 Pro remote - in particular the microphone on it so that it work like the stock remote. Is there a tutorial on how to go about this you can link me to?
thanks
This file works for some games, but not for others. I was able to remap the gas-break for Airborn 8. However, some games will not recognize the PS4 controller. For example, I cannot use “Naught 2″ because it does not recognize the D-pad or the ‘A’ button. Also, the game “Hero to Many” does not recognize the L/R triggers or the D-pad.
I have repeated the install instructions and completed a factory reset… same issue.
Perhaps the controller needs an update?
From my understanding the DualShock4 PS4 Controller will work with the Shield TV when using USB/OTG cable. Has anyone tried pairing over Bluetooth?
I think the PS4 pad is the most balanced gamepad for thew type of gaming I do(mostly emu/retro gaming and occasional Android native games)and before I order one Id really like to hear from anyone who uses different types of gamepads
Yes, it works with the regular USB cable.
The PS4 controller can connect wirelessly to any android device using the closed source paid app Sixaxis Controller available on Google Play. This works quite well. If you adjust the settings and default mapping it can work just like a native Android gamepad and start the service on boot. Having tried it on my 16 GB model there are two caviats. Firstly it overrides the Bluetooth hardware to simulate a PS4, so you can't simultaneously connect any normal Bluetooth devices (such as the Shield remote). Luckily the Shield gamepad uses WiFi-direct. Secondly, for some reason the D-pad is unavailable during the gameplay of some games. This is no good for playing Half-Life 2. Also the non-default mapping doesn't play well with GTA San Andreas. Despite these issues I'm still glad I bought the Dualshock 4 (I don't have a PS4) because it's the nicest physical gamepad I've used, and the two issues I've listed are only software problems. My LG G3 running CM 12.1 nightlies can connect to the Dualshock 4 without the app but doesn't map well. Another cool thing about the Sixaxis Controller is that you can use the touchpad as a mousepad. Great for sideloaded apps. Oh and you need root to use Sixaxis Controller.
Got it. I was aware of sixaxxis for other android tablets/phones Ive used but for some reason I thought I had seen a youtube video of someone simply pairing a PS4 gamepad using the native Bluetooth pairing process. I may have been looking at a video of another device, not the ShieldTV
My Sony TV with built in Android TV has drivers for a PS4 Controllers to used via bluetooth, is there anyway I can extract the files to be used with the Shield TV?
Did you root the shield tv in order to use the sixaxis? Or did you change the master address and then pair as normal on the shield tv?
BenjiHansell said:
The PS4 controller can connect wirelessly to any android device using the closed source paid app Sixaxis Controller available on Google Play. This works quite well. If you adjust the settings and default mapping it can work just like a native Android gamepad and start the service on boot. Having tried it on my 16 GB model there are two caviats. Firstly it overrides the Bluetooth hardware to simulate a PS4, so you can't simultaneously connect any normal Bluetooth devices (such as the Shield remote). Luckily the Shield gamepad uses WiFi-direct. Secondly, for some reason the D-pad is unavailable during the gameplay of some games. This is no good for playing Half-Life 2. Also the non-default mapping doesn't play well with GTA San Andreas. Despite these issues I'm still glad I bought the Dualshock 4 (I don't have a PS4) because it's the nicest physical gamepad I've used, and the two issues I've listed are only software problems. My LG G3 running CM 12.1 nightlies can connect to the Dualshock 4 without the app but doesn't map well. Another cool thing about the Sixaxis Controller is that you can use the touchpad as a mousepad. Great for sideloaded apps. Oh and you need root to use Sixaxis Controller.
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aggiemarine07 said:
Did you root the shield tv in order to use the sixaxis? Or did you change the master address and then pair as normal on the shield tv?
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I rooted in order to use the Sixaxis Controller app. I never managed to pair it to the Shield TV via normal bluetooth (like I can with my phone). And the master address needs to be changed either way.
BenjiHansell said:
I rooted in order to use the Sixaxis Controller app. I never managed to pair it to the Shield TV via normal bluetooth (like I can with my phone). And the master address needs to be changed either way.
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yeah I rooted my shield TV last night and using the Sixaxis appto run my Dualshock4 controller. Worked like a charm.
does the siaxais controller ps4 work with the nvidia shield for multiplayer?
The Sixaxis Controller app claims to be able to handle multiple PlayStation controllers but I haven't tested this. I can confirm that it works multiplayer using a DS4 and Shield Controller (which uses WiFi direct, so isn't affected by Sixaxis Controller overriding the Bluetooth hardware). Interestingly the DS4 now pairs with the Shield TV (via Bluetooth, without Sixaxis or root) and maps correctly as of firmware v2.1. Unfortunately it misses button presses and it's impossible to turn off the DS4 without unplugging the Shield or unpairing it (and it took about 20 attempts to pair). Sixaxis still works well but require root and disconnects all other Bluetooth devices. I'm fairly sure that you can pair DS4 controllers with Sony Android TVs out of the box.
will it work via a cable connected usb without a need for an app?
i want a second controller not sure which one to get
anyone using this with bluetooth be aware: if you leave the sixaxis app running for too long with dualshock bluetooth enabled, it may eventually disable bluetooth on your device when trying to go back.
ive been through 2 different nexus players, as well as a shield tv and all have ended up disabling OS bluetooth, even when turning off the sixaxis bluetooth, resulting in requring either a factory reset or android terminal installed and typing in some commands to get it to work again. What causes the issue seems to be random, as sometimes i can leave the app running and come back and it still works, other times it doesnt though. you can still use the nvidia controller since it runs via wifi, but the remote and any other bluetooth devices wont work. this issue is a random event and doesnt always occur, but it IS there, and its a pain to get it working again.
Perhaps someone can find a compatible app to sideload to enable/disable bluetooth in case this happens? would be much easier than typing in terminal commands.
does itwork fine wired ? and is it a better controler
unvaluablespace said:
anyone using this with bluetooth be aware: if you leave the sixaxis app running for too long with dualshock bluetooth enabled, it may eventually disable bluetooth on your device when trying to go back.
ive been through 2 different nexus players, as well as a shield tv and all have ended up disabling OS bluetooth, even when turning off the sixaxis bluetooth, resulting in requring either a factory reset or android terminal installed and typing in some commands to get it to work again. What causes the issue seems to be random, as sometimes i can leave the app running and come back and it still works, other times it doesnt though. you can still use the nvidia controller since it runs via wifi, but the remote and any other bluetooth devices wont work. this issue is a random event and doesnt always occur, but it IS there, and its a pain to get it working again.
Perhaps someone can find a compatible app to sideload to enable/disable bluetooth in case this happens? would be much easier than typing in terminal commands.
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Yeah, I experienced the same issues in just my first time pairing a DS4 controller with the Sixaxis app... Also, like others mentioned on here, the default layout is a bit weird (Options=Select; Share=Back, etc) which means a lot of customizing in games, etc. Also, the service doesn't always auto-start that well so sometimes it takes some time to get it 'connected and ready to go' and I don't like how the app takes over Bluetooth while it's running. The only thing I did like is that the touchpad feature does work well (as long as the app supports 'Mouse input'), but overall I didn't think it's worth the hassle if I have to this every time I want to use the controller.
BTW, in case your Bluetooth becomes disabled while using this app, the command that worked for me (in adb shell) is:
Code:
su
service call bluetooth_manager 6
Has anyone successfully paired the shield with a DS4 without the sixaxis app? My shield can see the controller (listed as wireless controller) but they can't seem to pair.
finty said:
Has anyone successfully paired the shield with a DS4 without the sixaxis app? My shield can see the controller (listed as wireless controller) but they can't seem to pair.
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Bump, Would also like to know!
d0ubl3_d1zzl3 said:
Yeah, I experienced the same issues in just my first time pairing a DS4 controller with the Sixaxis app... Also, like others mentioned on here, the default layout is a bit weird (Options=Select; Share=Back, etc) which means a lot of customizing in games, etc. Also, the service doesn't always auto-start that well so sometimes it takes some time to get it 'connected and ready to go' and I don't like how the app takes over Bluetooth while it's running. The only thing I did like is that the touchpad feature does work well (as long as the app supports 'Mouse input'), but overall I didn't think it's worth the hassle if I have to this every time I want to use the controller.
BTW, in case your Bluetooth becomes disabled while using this app, the command that worked for me (in adb shell) is:
Code:
su
service call bluetooth_manager 6
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Same thing happened to me although I only had the app for about 2 hours before it disabled BT. I couldn't get it to work while installed, and i am rooted. I don't believe it works in the newest firmware 3.0.
What did you use to write those commands? Would adb minimalist work? Same app used to root the shield?
Sent from my Sammy S6 using Revolution 1.0
mattkilla420 said:
Same thing happened to me although I only had the app for about 2 hours before it disabled BT. I couldn't get it to work while installed, and i am rooted. I don't believe it works in the newest firmware 3.0.
What did you use to write those commands? Would adb minimalist work? Same app used to root the shield?
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Well, I used the Nvidia Shield TV Utility App to get into an adb shell, but Minimal should work just as well. Just make sure to run the 'adb shell' command before you run the commands I listed on my post above..
I used terminal Emulator on the device and it worked great. Turned BT back on
Sent from my Sammy S6 using Revolution 1.0
Before rooting and buying the app I'd know if I can connect more than DS4 via bluetooth.. Anyone tried it?
thanks!
I have tried through bluetooth and the phone is unable to pair with the controller. Is there any other way to work around this issue and connect wirelessly? Also will a USB-C OTG cable work with the 6P?
I haven't received my 6P yet but on my 6 I use sixaxis controller with my ps3 controller. Not sure if ps4 controller does native Bluetooth gamepad or you need to use the app.
Use this to set the parent address to your nexus 6ps bluetooth mac address (you can find it in settings->about)
http://www.dancingpixelstudios.com/sixaxiscontroller/tool.html
Then connect it as a standard bluetooth device.
Unfortuantely after 30sec it starts lagging terribly
So I successfully got the ps4 controller to pair over Bluetooth without adjusting any settings. It wouldn't work at first but it added it as a device. Then when I tried again the next day after restarting the phone it connected.
you have to hold PS button and share at the same time until you get the flashing white light.
However, the triggers mapped weird for games and there is lag.
Does anyone know of a way to fix the mapping without root?
I also successfully used the OTG cable with the ps3 controller. This worked a lot better this works a lot faster then the Bluetooth ps4. And the mapping is correct.
Haven't tried usb to ps4 yet. UPDATE
So ps4 over otg also has some mapping issues. Tested this out in minecraft settings since you can customize controller mapping. For some reason on ps4 some buttons didn't seem to me recognized, everything was weird, like r2 was labeled as a button and triangle wasn't showing anything.
Tried to connect ps3 via Bluetooth but couldn't get it to work
Just an FYI you guys, the ps4 controller works with the s8+ via Bluetooth I'm using it now and I'm downloading some games for vr and games for emulators to test it out but it works fine and connects fine, I can use it to navigate on my home screen and I'll edit this post to see how the game play is. Just press the PS button and the share button at the same time and once it blinks go to settings on your phone and scan and connect, I had to do this twice for some reason but the second time it worked
Maurylucha said:
Just an FYI you guys, the ps4 controller works with the s8+ via Bluetooth I'm using it now and I'm downloading some games for vr and games for emulators to test it out but it works fine and connects fine, I can use it to navigate on my home screen and I'll edit this post to see how the game play is. Just press the PS button and the share button at the same time and once it blinks go to settings on your phone and scan and connect, I had to do this twice for some reason but the second time it worked
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That's kl. Thanks for letting us know
underdog_656 said:
That's kl. Thanks for letting us know
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No problem! And everything works fine I was playing the legend of zelda through my phone being screened to the TV the ONLY problem I've seen is the analog movement is a bit delayed but buttons and all work fine
Maurylucha said:
Just an FYI you guys, the ps4 controller works with the s8+ via Bluetooth I'm using it now and I'm downloading some games for vr and games for emulators to test it out but it works fine and connects fine, I can use it to navigate on my home screen and I'll edit this post to see how the game play is. Just press the PS button and the share button at the same time and once it blinks go to settings on your phone and scan and connect, I had to do this twice for some reason but the second time it worked
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The newest Xbox controller should also work using Bluetooth. It can also be remapped if needed.
vip_lexus147 said:
The newest Xbox controller should also work using Bluetooth. It can also be remapped if needed.
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It works just put the controller in pairing mode and search Bluetooth on the phone
LRiley said:
It works just put the controller in pairing mode and search Bluetooth on the phone
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Like I said it should work. Some Samsung games recomend it over other controllers.
Maurylucha said:
Just an FYI you guys, the ps4 controller works with the s8+ via Bluetooth I'm using it now and I'm downloading some games for vr and games for emulators to test it out but it works fine and connects fine, I can use it to navigate on my home screen and I'll edit this post to see how the game play is. Just press the PS button and the share button at the same time and once it blinks go to settings on your phone and scan and connect, I had to do this twice for some reason but the second time it worked
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Usb otg is better than Bluetooth no anolog lag
Bluetooth Controller Lag
I have attempted to use my roommate's PS4 controller and noticed some major input delay. I will attempt to move to an icon to highlight and open it, but it will take a second or two before it moves. Sometimes it will shoot past what I was attempting to highlight. The same thing happens when running Metal Gear Solid through FPse for Android. A 1 to 2 second delay occurs when I try to move or take any action.
I also have my own newer Xbox One controller. Has anyone played with that to see if it works better?
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I was able to get it to work for me
Hello Iv'e been trying to make the ps4 controller work with my s8 for so long, i decided to see if connecting the included OTG adapter that came with my s8 to the Gear VR and it works the ps4 controller shows a blue light and lets me control the game, for some games you have to change the controller settings hope this helps everyone.
Did the phone have to be rooted? Older phones needed to be rooted. This is good news if no root is needed.
My org cable don't work no more. Can't mount anything and twrp doesn't show anything for mount otg. What do I do?
Samsung includes a USB C OTG in the box so use any controller you want or at least they do in Canada....
They also add it in the States as well.
It works, kinda...
I was able to successfully connect my PS4 controller to the android device. However, i was only able to play Asphalt 8 with. PES2017 didn't work. I am looking forward to more games that can work with the controller. Any recommendations?
Hi,
I've a Motorola Moto g5 and was just wondering if a PS4 controller was compatable with this phone? It pairs with my phone via Bluetooth but the controller itself doesn't work!
Does anyone know if it's possible to get it to work or is it just best to get an android Bluetooth gamepad? Looking for easier controls for my emulator.
Cheers.
smckc said:
Hi,
I've a Motorola Moto g5 and was just wondering if a PS4 controller was compatable with this phone? It pairs with my phone via Bluetooth but the controller itself doesn't work!
Does anyone know if it's possible to get it to work or is it just best to get an android Bluetooth gamepad? Looking for easier controls for my emulator.
Cheers.
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You might be better served by asking a Moto G5 forum.
Blackwidowman said:
You might be better served by asking a Moto G5 forum.
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Ok, cheers.
No
Nothing works
I have tried using a moga controller through pivot. two separate ds4 (Bluetooth and usbc) and xbox one controller through the usbc. The moga successfully connects and works within the pivot app but loses all functionality as soon as you leave the app. The ps4 cont. Connect via Bluetooth but no inputs are received. Connecting ps4 cont. Via wire just charges the controller from my phone. And the Xbox one cont. Does nothing once plugged in. I just want one of these controllers to work so I can use them on emulators(i have tried many)