PS2 Wireless Controller Pairing Guide

Quick Answer

To pair a wireless controller with your PS2, insert the receiver into a controller port, press the sync button on the receiver, then press the sync button on the controller. If it doesn't connect, check the batteries and receiver placement.

Step-by-Step Pairing Process

1. Insert the Receiver: Plug the wireless controller receiver into either controller port on the front of your PS2 console. Make sure the console is powered on. If the receiver doesn't fit, check the orientation—it should slide in easily without force.
2. Press the Sync Button on the Receiver: Locate the small sync button on the receiver (often a recessed button near the cable) and press it. A light on the receiver should start blinking, indicating it is in pairing mode. If the light doesn't blink, the receiver may not be getting power. Try a different controller port.
3. Press the Sync Button on the Controller: Within 30 seconds, press and hold the sync button on your wireless controller (usually on the back or top edge) until the controller's indicator light flashes rapidly. Release the button and wait for the light to become steady, confirming the connection. If the controller light stays off, replace the batteries. If it flashes but never steadies, move the controller closer to the console and repeat the process.

Products That Make Pairing Easier

• 2 WIRELESS CONTROLLERS Sony PS2 SLIM Game System Gaming Console PLAYSTATION-2: Includes two wireless aftermarket controllers and two controller receivers. You get everything needed for two-player gaming without buying extra receivers or controllers separately.