- How to pair your Bluetooth headset to a PS4? Step-by-step tutorial
- Pairing the Bluetooth headset to the PS4
- Troubleshooting common issues with Bluetooth headsets
- Tips for an optimal audio experience
- Alternatives to Bluetooth headsets
How to pair your Bluetooth headset to a PS4? Step-by-step tutorial
Prerequisites before connection
Compatibility check
Before starting the pairing, ensure your console is compatible with your wireless headset. This information is usually indicated on the packaging. If your hardware is not supported, it unfortunately cannot be connected.
Updating the PS4
Ensure that your PS4 system software is up to date:
- Go to "Settings";
- Select "System Software Update";
- If an update is available, it will download automatically.
Charging the headset
Ensure that your Bluetooth headset's battery is fully charged using the provided USB cable.
Pairing the Bluetooth headset to the PS4
- On your PS4, go to Settings > Sound > Devices > Bluetooth Devices.
- Activate pairing mode on your headset, usually by holding down the power button;
- Select your headset's name from the list of available devices to pair it.
Troubleshooting common issues with Bluetooth headsets
No sound
- Hold down the PS button.
- Go to Settings > Sound > Devices > Output to Headphones.
- Choose "All Audio".
Audio lag or connection drops
- Ensure your headset is within range of the console.
- Avoid interference from other electronic devices.
- Restart your wireless router.
- If you have other Bluetooth devices or headsets connected, ensure you do not exceed the maximum limit. If necessary, forget some unnecessary devices from the PS4's Bluetooth settings.
Poor sound quality
If there is static noise, move other electronic devices away from your headset and try resetting the pairing. If you hear an echo, adjust the microphone volume:
- Press the PS button.
- Follow Settings > Sound > Devices > Adjust Microphone Level.
- Reduce the volume.
Tips for an optimal audio experience
Use a USB adapter
If your headset does not have a wireless connection, or if there is a synchronization issue with the PS4, a USB adapter might be the solution. Plug it into the PS4's USB port, then in Settings > Sound > Devices, select "Output to Headphones" and choose "All Audio".
Adjust the audio output balance
- Go to Settings > Sound > Devices > Audio Output Settings.
- Choose "Volume Control (Headphones)".
- Adjust the "Chat Audio" and "Game Audio" sliders to find the balance between game and chat volumes.
Extend the life of your headset
Keep your headset safe and away from dust, preferably in a case. Turn it off manually when not in use to save battery.
Alternatives to Bluetooth headsets
Wired headset
Can't connect your headset via Bluetooth? If it has a 3.5mm jack, connect it directly to the dedicated input on your PlayStation controller. If it has a USB plug, connect it to the USB port on the front of the PS4.
Base stations
The best wireless headsets usually come with a base station (or dock). These keep the headset charged and ensure optimal wireless transmission with a signal different from Bluetooth.
