> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://guide.cronuszen.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://guide.cronuszen.com/setup-guides/quick-start-guide/step-3-controller-setup/usb.md).

# USB

Follow the steps below to set up your console and controller via USB.

Matched (USB)

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MATCHED (USB) is the simplest setup method and supports PlayStation®4, Xbox®, and Nintendo Switch® consoles and controllers.

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/f2HaS14cyaWnKgfAoYgx" alt=""><figcaption><p>Xbox Series X|S® Controller to an Xbox Series X®</p></figcaption></figure></div>

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{% step %}
Connect Cronus Zen to a Windows PC using the **PROG USB port**.

**PS5:** Follow the dedicated PS5 setup guide.

**PS4:** Open **Zen Studio > Device Panel** and set the **Output Protocol** to **PlayStation 4/5**.

**Xbox:** Open **Zen Studio > Device Panel** and set the **Output Protocol** to **Xbox One X/S**.

**Switch:** Open **Zen Studio > Device Panel** and set the **Output Protocol** to **Nintendo Switch**. Refer to the Nintendo Switch page for additional required settings.
{% endstep %}

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Connect your Cronus Zen to the console using the **CONSOLE/PC USB cable** (the short USB cable is recommended).
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Plug the controller into the Zen’s **A1 USB port**. After a few seconds, the controller will power on and sync with the Cronus Zen.
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Test the controller in-game to confirm that all buttons function correctly.
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## Crossover (USB)

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The CROSSOVER setup supports PlayStation®, Xbox®, and Nintendo® Switch consoles.

In a CROSSOVER configuration:\
• The controller that matches the console (authentication controller) connects to **A1**.\
• The controller you want to use connects to **A3**.

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/YGKJGqec9eUMPpga0my3" alt=""><figcaption><p>PS5® DualSense™ to Xbox Series X|S®</p></figcaption></figure></div>

{% stepper %}
{% step %}
Connect Cronus Zen to a Windows PC using the **PROG USB port**.

**PS5:** Follow the dedicated PS5 setup guide.

**PS4:** Open **Zen Studio > Device Panel** and set the **Output Protocol** to **PlayStation 4/5**.

**Xbox:** Open **Zen Studio > Device Panel** and set the **Output Protocol** to **Xbox One X/S**.

**Switch:** Open **Zen Studio > Device Panel** and set the **Output Protocol** to **Nintendo Switch**. Refer to the Nintendo Switch page for additional required settings.
{% endstep %}

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Connect the Cronus Zen to the console using the **CONSOLE/PC USB port**.

This CROSSOVER example uses an Xbox Series X console and a PS5 DualSense controller.
{% endstep %}

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Connect the Xbox® controller to the Zen’s **A1 USB port**.\
It must remain connected while using a CROSSOVER controller.\
This is referred to as the **authentication (AUTH) controller**.
{% endstep %}

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Connect the CROSSOVER controller to the **A3 USB port**.
{% endstep %}

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Test the controller in-game to confirm that all buttons function correctly.
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}


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