> 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/wheel-mode/ps4setup.md).

# PlayStation®4 Setup

Cronus Zen™ supports select legacy Logitech® and Fanatec® racing wheels on PlayStation®4, including force feedback, pedals, brake, clutch, and shifter in compatible racing titles.

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**Do not touch the wheel during force feedback initialization and auto-calibration.** Unexpected movement can cause injury or result in incorrect calibration.
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Wheel Mode development concluded in January 2020. Further expansion is not feasible due to device memory and compatibility constraints across multiple hardware brands and platforms.

For wider racing wheel compatibility, consider Drive Hub™, a dedicated wheel adapter.
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***

### <i class="fa-steering-wheel">:steering-wheel:</i> Supported wheels <a href="#supported" id="supported"></a>

See PlayStation®5 Setup for the full list of supported [wheels](/supported-devices/racing-wheels.md) and their required modes. The same wheels are supported on PlayStation®4.

***

### <i class="fa-plug">:plug:</i> Power supply <a href="#power" id="power"></a>

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If your wheel needs an external power supply — the Logitech® G25, G27, and G29 use DC 24 V 2 A / 48 W — it **must** be connected. All peripherals supplied with the wheel must also be connected.
{% endhint %}

Running the wheel without its power supply can cause:

* no force feedback
* continuous button inputs, for example the D-pad registering repeatedly
* clutch or pedal input not being detected

***

### <i class="fa-gamepad-modern">:gamepad-modern:</i> Authentication controller <a href="#auth" id="auth"></a>

A licensed PS4® authentication controller must be connected to **A1**, or the wheel disconnects roughly every 8 to 10 minutes.

The DualShock®4 v2 (CUH-ZCT2X) is recommended, for authentication and for crossover setups.

| Model          |               License donor               |               Audio over USB              |           Audio over Bluetooth®           |                DS4 speaker                |                Switch audio               |
| -------------- | :---------------------------------------: | :---------------------------------------: | :---------------------------------------: | :---------------------------------------: | :---------------------------------------: |
| CUH-ZCT1X (v1) |   <mark style="color:red;">**No**</mark>  |   <mark style="color:red;">**No**</mark>  |   <mark style="color:red;">**No**</mark>  |   <mark style="color:red;">**No**</mark>  |   <mark style="color:red;">**No**</mark>  |
| CUH-ZCT2X (v2) | <mark style="color:green;">**Yes**</mark> | <mark style="color:green;">**Yes**</mark> | <mark style="color:green;">**Yes**</mark> | <mark style="color:green;">**Yes**</mark> | <mark style="color:green;">**Yes**</mark> |

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In the model numbers, the final letter is the region: **U** for USA, **E** for Europe, **J** for Japan.
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***

### <i class="fa-playstation">:playstation:</i> PS4® console settings <a href="#console-settings" id="console-settings"></a>

<table><thead><tr><th width="380">Setting</th><th>Value</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Devices → Controllers<br><em>Communication Method</em></td><td><strong>Use USB Cable</strong></td></tr><tr><td>Power Save Settings<br><em>Set Time Until Controllers Turn Off</em></td><td><strong>Do Not Turn Off</strong></td></tr></tbody></table>

#### Before you start <a href="#before" id="before"></a>

* Confirm the game supports PS4® wheel input — see Compatible Racing Games
* Unpair every PlayStation® controller from the console

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When a DualShock®4 is connected to a PS4® over USB, it also pairs over Bluetooth®. Forgetting the device prevents automatic re-pairing.

1. Connect the Cronus Zen™ to the PS4® using any controller
2. Go to **Settings → Devices → Bluetooth Devices**
3. Select the controller and choose **Forget Device**
   {% endhint %}

***

### <i class="fa-list-check">:list-check:</i> What you need <a href="#requirements" id="requirements"></a>

|                     |                             |
| ------------------- | --------------------------- |
| **Console**         | PlayStation®4               |
| **Wheel**           | A compatible racing wheel   |
| **AUTH controller** | DualShock®4 v2 (CUH-ZCT2X)  |
| **Software**        | Zen Studio on a Windows® PC |

***

### <i class="fa-arrows-rotate">:arrows-rotate:</i> Setup <a href="#setup" id="setup"></a>

Supported wheels are automatically mapped to emulate a Logitech® G29 profile with force feedback. No manual button remapping is required.

**Configure Wheel Mode**

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#### Connect the Zen to your PC

Use the **PROG USB** port.
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#### Enable Wheel Mode

Open **Zen Studio → Tools → Zen Operational Mode**, select **Wheel Mode**, and click **Finish**.

The Wheel Mode logo appears on the Zen's OLED screen.
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#### Set the device panel options

In **Zen Studio → Device Panel**:

| Setting                  | Value        |
| ------------------------ | ------------ |
| Emulator Output Protocol | **AUTO**     |
| PS4 Speciality           | **Disabled** |
| PS Remote Play           | **Disabled** |
| {% endstep %}            |              |

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#### Confirm it is active

Press the Zen's reset button once and check that Wheel Mode shows in the status bar. If **Device Disconnected** appears, unplug and reconnect the PROG USB cable.
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**Connect the hardware**

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#### Disconnect everything

Remove all cables from the Zen so it has no power.
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#### Connect the AUTH controller

Connect the DualShock®4 v2 to **A1**.
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#### Connect the wheel

Connect the racing wheel to **A3**, with its external power supply connected.
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#### Connect the Zen to the PS4®

Use the **CONSOLE/PC USB** port.

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On a PS4® Pro, use a **rear** USB port on the console.
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#### Synchronize

Press the Zen's reset button to complete synchronization.

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Stand clear of the wheel. Force feedback initialization and auto-calibration start automatically, and the wheel can move without warning.
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