Ps4 controller and linux

Operating Systems & Open Source Linux
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Hey guys,

Just had a quick couple of questions and problems I hope you guys can fix. I know that Linux as a whole now has ''native'' support for the ps4 controller through blue tooth. And wired.

So I tried to connect my ps4 controller to my linux machine. It will find it, and then immediately SHUT OFF. I watch this in the bluetooth section and the instant it's connected it turns off. And I mean it shuts off immediately.

Is there a way I can see why this is happening? Is there some sort of log?

I am getting VERY AGGRAVATED by this. Please some help?

And can someone please help me FIX this?

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You can try using DS4DRV. I've always found it's been buggy without it if I'm not using it through Steam.

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Yes it does it with ds4drv too

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What distro are you using?

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I know this is stupid but make sure your controller is charged. Test wired first. You might need to configure first

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I know this may sound silly but how you turning your PS4 controller on?

The reason I ask is last time I set up a DS4 on a Raspberry Pi running Retropie using DS4DRV i couldn't just push the PS4 home button and expect it to pair up. I had to put it in pairing mode everytime or it would never connect to the Retropie even though it was paired. I think that is how DS4DRV works though.

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I've tried plugging it in and it works flawlessly. Tried that first out. So I knew it would work. Even Ubuntu recognized it as a PS4 controller. So I know it works, and yes it is charged. I use it on my Windows all the time to run emulators.

It does it EVEN PAIRING. It will pair, and then shut off immediately.

I found a command earlier that showed me bluetooth stuff in the terminal before and it said it was REFUSING connection. I for the life of me cannot remember the command and pressing up on the arrow keys isn't showing me the command I used. It skips it.

I don't mind using it wired, but I want to recline and play. It's easier on my back. Please someone help me!