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Playstation™ 3 Adapter Button Layout and Instructions
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21st o January, 2010

PlayStation 3 Instructions & Help

NOTE: The X-Arcade comes with a USB connection for PC, but this will not work on the PS3. You need the PS3 adapter for PS3 play.

Connection:

  1. Connect PS3 adapter to PS2 adapter's P1 connector. (for duals connect 2nd PS3 adapter to PS2 adapter's P2 connector also)
  2. Connect one side of serial cable (included with all X-Arcade controllers) to PS2 adapter.
  3. Connect other side of serial cable to X-Arcade controller.
  4. With PS3 console on, connect PS3 adapter's USB connector(s) to any USB port on the PS3.
  5. Press Select+Up to initialize the controller (for duals do the same for player 2 side).

Usage:

  • You will need to press Select+Up on the X-Arcade(while in D-PAD mode, Select+Square) when you first plug in the controller or turn on the PS3 system (Lights flashing), and anytime you see "Press the PS Button" displayed on the screen.
  • To access the PS3 XMB during gameplay, (while in D-PAD mode, Select+Square) simply press Select+Up on the joystick. You can also hold Select+Up to access the PS3 system menu.
  • To reassign controllers, (using the controller you want to reassign) go to "Settings" in the Cross Media Bar (XMB), go to "Accessory Settings", and choose "Reassign Controllers". Simply change to the number you prefer. If your PS3 adapter has player indicator lights, they will also show you which it is assigned to.
  • Some games can only be controlled with the controller assigned to controller 1. If the game will not start, reassign the controller as mentioned above.
  • To switch between Analog and Digital modes during a PS1 or PS2 game, press Select+Up, choose "Controller Settings" then "Switch Analog Mode". You can also reassign controllers from this menu.

Troubleshooting:

If you are having problems after using the instructions above, try eliminating what is the cause by trying the following:

1. Try the controller on the PC with our test program.
2. Try the controller on a Playstation 2 consoles (if available).
3. Try a PS2 gamepad on the PS3 adapter, simply press the Analog button on the PS2 gamepad to initiate it. 

Let us know which does not work.

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