How To Play PSVR2 On PC | PC Adapter Set-Up Guide

Summary

This guide from Push Square offers a straightforward tutorial on setting up the PSVR2 PC adapter. Key requirements include a DisplayPort 1.4 cable and Bluetooth 4.0. Users must download Steam VR and PlayStation VR2 apps. The setup involves connecting power, DisplayPort, and USB cables directly to the PC. PSVR2 controllers connect via Bluetooth, and the PlayStation VR2 app guides through headset and play area setup. For optimal performance, ensure direct USB connections and follow the app's instructions for a seamless VR experience.

Takeaways

• 📦 Unboxing the PSVR2 PC adapter requires a Display Port 1.4 cable, which is essential and not included.
• 🔗 Your PC needs Bluetooth 4.0 or later capabilities; if not present, Sony recommends compatible adapters available online.
• 💻 Software setup includes downloading Steam VR and PlayStation VR2 apps, both of which are necessary and free.
• 🔌 The setup process involves connecting four wires: power cable, Display Port from PC to adapter, USB-A from adapter to PC, and USB-C from PSVR2 to adapter.
• 🚫 Avoid using USB hubs or extenders for the USB-A connection to prevent performance issues.
• 🎮 PSVR2 sense controllers connect via Bluetooth by holding specific buttons and should appear in your PC's Bluetooth devices.
• 👓 The PlayStation VR2 app guides you through the initial setup, including headphone and headset adjustments.
• 👁️ Adjusting the visor and strap is crucial for proper headset fit and to avoid visual discomfort.
• 🏠 Scanning your play area in the PSVR2 app is straightforward, with an orange hue guiding you through the process.
• 🎮 Once setup, you can access Steam VR Home to select and download games for your PSVR2 experience.
• ⚠️ A tip for using Steam VR is to turn on the headset before launching the Steam VR app to avoid setup issues.

Q & A

What is required before unboxing the PC adapter for PSVR2?

Before unboxing the PC adapter, you need a DisplayPort 1.4 cable and Bluetooth 4.0 or later capabilities on your PC. If your PC doesn't have Bluetooth, you can use a compatible adapter recommended by Sony.

Why is a DisplayPort 1.4 cable necessary for the PSVR2?

A DisplayPort 1.4 cable is necessary because the PSVR2 will not work without it, and it does not come with the adapter.

Where can I find compatible Bluetooth adapters if my PC lacks Bluetooth?

Compatible Bluetooth adapters can be found on Amazon or other retailers, and a link to them is provided in the video description.

What software do you need to download for setting up the PSVR2 with a PC?

You need to download both the Steam VR and the PlayStation VR2 apps, which are required for the setup process and are available for free.

How many wires are involved in the PC adapter setup process for PSVR2?

There are four wires involved in the setup process: a power cable, a DisplayPort cable, a USB-A cable, and the PSVR2's USB-C cable.

Why should the USB-A cable from the adapter be plugged directly into the PC?

The USB-A cable should be plugged directly into the PC to avoid muddy visuals and poor performance that can result from using a USB hub or extender.

How do you connect the PSVR2 sense controllers to the PC?

The PSVR2 sense controllers connect via Bluetooth by holding down specific buttons on each controller until the light at the base of the grip flashes, indicating they are trying to pair.

What should you do if the pairing process for the controllers isn't working?

If the pairing process isn't working, it could be due to an incompatible Bluetooth connection, and using a recommended Bluetooth adapter might be necessary.

How do you turn on the PSVR2 headset?

The PSVR2 headset is turned on by pushing the button located in the center of the underside of the visor.

What is the purpose of scanning the play area in the PSVR2 setup?

Scanning the play area is to set the floor height and define the play space boundaries, which is important for safety and gameplay.

What is the recommended order for starting Steam VR with the PSVR2 headset?

You should turn on the headset first and then boot up Steam VR to ensure the boot up process does not fail or require a reset.

Outlines

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🖥️ Setting Up PSVR2 PC Adapter

This paragraph provides a comprehensive guide on setting up the PSVR2 PC adapter. It begins with the prerequisites, including a Display Port 1.4 cable and Bluetooth 4.0 or later capabilities on the PC. It also mentions the need for compatible Bluetooth adapters if Bluetooth is not available on the PC, with a link provided for purchasing such adapters. The guide then moves on to the software requirements, emphasizing the necessity of downloading both Steam VR and the PlayStation VR2 apps. The physical setup process is outlined, detailing the connection of the power cable, Display Port, USB-A cable, and the PSVR2's USB-C cable. The paragraph also covers the pairing of the PSVR2 sense controllers via Bluetooth, troubleshooting tips for Bluetooth issues, and the steps to follow in the PlayStation VR2 app, including adjusting the visor and strap, and setting up the play area in Steam VR. The guide concludes with a reminder to turn on the headset before launching Steam VR to avoid setup issues.

Keywords

💡PSVR

PSVR stands for PlayStation Virtual Reality, which is a virtual reality headset developed by Sony Interactive Entertainment. In the context of the video, PSVR refers to the headset that is being set up with a PC adapter. The script mentions setting up the PSVR2, which is the second generation of the PlayStation VR headset, indicating an upgrade in technology and features.

💡PC Adapter

A PC Adapter in this context is a device that allows the PSVR2 headset to be used with a personal computer rather than a PlayStation console. The video script provides a guide on how to set up this adapter, making it a central component of the tutorial.

💡Display Port 1.4

Display Port 1.4 refers to the version of the DisplayPort interface, which is a standard for digital connection of video monitors and video projectors to PCs and other devices. The script specifies that a Display Port 1.4 cable is required for the PSVR2 to work with a PC, highlighting the importance of this specific cable in the setup process.

💡Bluetooth 4.0

Bluetooth 4.0 is a standard for short-range wireless communication technology. In the video, it is mentioned as a requirement for the PC to be compatible with the PSVR2's PC adapter. The script also suggests getting a Bluetooth adapter if the PC does not have Bluetooth capabilities, which is crucial for connecting the PSVR2's controllers.

💡Steam VR

Steam VR is a virtual reality system developed by Valve Corporation that allows users to play VR games on their PCs. The script mentions downloading the Steam VR app as part of the PSVR2 setup process, indicating that it is necessary for using the PSVR2 with PC-based VR content.

💡PlayStation VR2 App

The PlayStation VR2 App is a software application required for setting up and managing the PSVR2 headset, as mentioned in the script. It is used in conjunction with the Steam VR app and is essential for the initial setup and configuration of the headset with a PC.

💡USB Type-C

USB Type-C is a type of USB connector that is used for data transfer and charging. The script refers to the PSVR2's USB-C cable, which is used to connect the headset to the PC adapter, emphasizing the role of this cable in the setup process.

💡Sense Controllers

Sense Controllers are the controllers used with the PSVR2 headset, providing an intuitive way to interact with virtual environments. The video script describes how to connect these controllers via Bluetooth, which is an essential step in the setup process.

💡Bluetooth Pairing

Bluetooth pairing is the process of connecting two Bluetooth-enabled devices. In the script, it is mentioned as a step in the setup process where the PSVR2's controllers are paired with the PC, ensuring that they can communicate wirelessly.

💡Play Area

The term 'Play Area' in the context of the video refers to the physical space in which the user will be moving while using the PSVR2. The script describes a process where the user scans their play area to ensure safety and proper functioning of the headset's tracking system.

💡Steam VR Home App

The Steam VR Home App is a virtual environment within the Steam VR platform where users can access their games and applications. The script mentions jumping into the Steam VR Home App after setup, indicating it as the portal to start using the PSVR2 with PC-based VR games.

Highlights

Setting up the PSVR PC adapter requires a DisplayPort 1.4 cable, which is essential and not included.

PC must have Bluetooth 4.0 or later capabilities; adapters are recommended if Bluetooth is not available.

Sony recommends specific Bluetooth adapters available on Amazon for compatibility.

Steam VR and PlayStation VR2 apps are necessary for the setup and are available for free.

The PC adapter setup involves four wires: power, DisplayPort, USB-A, and PSVR2's USB-C.

Direct connection of the USB-A cable to the PC is crucial for optimal performance.

PSVR2 sense controllers connect via Bluetooth, requiring specific button combinations on each controller.

Controller pairing is indicated by a flashing light, and they should appear in the PC's Bluetooth devices.

Incompatible Bluetooth may require the use of recommended adapters for successful pairing.

The PlayStation VR2 app guides the user through device preparation and setup.

Headphones included with PSVR2 are used and may require reinsertion for setup.

The app instructs on how to properly wear the headset and adjust the visor for comfort and vision.

Setting up the play area in PSVR2 is straightforward with an orange hue guiding the user.

Steam VR home app allows for game selection and downloading new titles.

Turning on the headset before booting up Steam VR is advised to prevent setup issues.

The guide concludes with a prompt for questions and a thank you for watching.

Transcripts

hello everyone aen here from push square

with a quick and easy guide on how to

set up your PC adapter for the psvr to

let's not waste any time and get into

things now before you've even unboxed

the PC adapter you're going to need to

do a little bit of housekeeping on your

PC for starters you're going to need a

display port 1.4 cable the psvr2 will

not work without this and it doesn't

come with the adapter additionally your

PC is going to need Bluetooth 4.0 or

liter capabilities and if you don't have

Bluetooth on your PC then there is a

selection of adapters that Sony

recommends that you can pick up from

Amazon or somewhere else I've left a

link of compatible adapters below

they're fairly inexpensive now with the

hardware side of things out of the way

let's look at the software bitting up

steam you're going to need to download

both the steam VR and the PlayStation

VR2 apps both of these are required in

the setup process and of course they're

entirely free once downloaded you're now

ready to unbox your adapter the PC

adapter set up process uses four wires

so let's talk about which ones they are

and where they go of course starting out

with the big power cable along with the

power brick you're going to plug this

into the back of your adapter you then

must take a display port from your PC

and connect it to the adapter on the

other side then take the usba a cable

directly fed from the adapter and plug

it into your PC now do not plug this

into some kind of USB hub or extender is

it will result in muddy visuals and

potentially poor performance you want to

plug it directly into your PC lastly the

PSV r2's USBC cable just plugs into the

front now at this point you want to

connect the psvr2 sense controllers

which is done entirely through Bluetooth

you need to hold down the PS button and

create button on the left controller and

the PS button and options button on the

right controller you'll know that your

controller is trying to appear by the

flashing light at the base of the grip

check your Bluetooth devices and both of

them should show up and by clicking on

either they should pair

from now on these will turn on and

connect to your PC simply by pushing the

PS button if the piring process isn't

working then you may not have a

compatible Bluetooth connection and this

might be where those adapters come into

play now we're still not putting on the

headset at this point you want to boot

up the PlayStation VR2 app just after

turning on the psvr2 headset by pushing

the button in the center of the

underside of the visor the app will then

ask you to plug in your head headphones

which come with the psvr2 if you already

have them in because you've used it on

the PS5 you need to take them out and

then put them back in the app will take

a moment to prepare your devices before

asking you to find the functions button

on your psvr2 which is the button to the

right of the power button if you're

waving the headset now the app will show

you how to adjust your visor and your

strap if you want to know how to wear

this thing properly and how to avoid

bloody Vision then I have a couple of

videos on the channel which I'll link

below but if you're familiar with this

process you can skip through it for the

most part by pressing the functions

button but it will make you sit and

stare at this example of putting on the

headset for a wee bit before telling you

to put your headphones in and adjust the

ey visor now at this point you're

actually in the psvr2 and it's here that

you'll scan your play area this process

is actually a little more obvious than

it is in the PS5 since you have an

orange Hue that tells you where to look

you'll then set the floor height by

reaching down to the floor and you can

edit the play Space to your desire this

is fairly similar if you set it up on

the PS5 then you're good to jump into

steam VR the home app which is where you

can select games to play and even

download new games as a last little bit

of advice if you're boting up steam VR

turn your headset on first then boot up

steam VR is the boot up process will

fail or have to be reset otherwise

anyway that is the quick setup process

for the psvr2 PC adapter please do let

me know if you have any questions leave

them down in the comments now try my

best to answer them as always thank you

so much for watching and until next time

I've been Aiden and this has been push

Square