Playing PlayStation 4 with headphones is a pleasure. Especially with good headphones. I'm not a PS fan, I rarely play, but I appreciated the difference between the sound from the TV and headphones. Even if your TV produces good sound, or a good speaker system is connected to it, using headphones still somehow makes you more immersed in the game. And there are situations when you want to play, but you can’t make noise. In order not to disturb anyone, just connect the headset and play.
In this article I will show you how to connect wired and wireless headphones to the PlayStation 4 (Pro and Slim versions). Of course, using wired headphones is not as convenient as wireless ones, but there are nuances here, which I will also talk about. There are several connection options:
- Via Bluetooth. I’ll say right away that regular Bluetooth headphones or a Bluetooth speaker cannot be connected directly to the PlayStation 4. It simply doesn't support Bluetooth audio devices. Solutions: Connect wireless headphones to your TV (which outputs audio via HDMI). Or use a special USB Bluetooth adapter or transmitter.
- Through the joystick. This is not a completely wireless method, but it is also very convenient. I use it. We simply connect any wired headphones to the joystick and the console outputs sound to the headphones through the gamepad.
- Via USB. We are talking about wireless headphones that connect to the console via a USB adapter (transmitter). This is how most headphones work, which seem to have been designed specifically for PS4. Including branded Sony Gold and Platinum.
Let's look at all three options in more detail.
How to connect PS4 via receiver?
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Methods for connecting a speaker to PS4 (PS4 slim, PS4 pro)
There are several basic ways for speakers and console to communicate. Here are the most basic ones.
Connect directly to PS4
The console itself is connected via an HDMI connector, which, in addition to high-quality images, can also output sound.
REFERENCE! The device does not have analog outputs, so additional equipment is connected via a digital output.
The connector is located next to the HDMI port. This is where you need to connect the optical digital cable (TOSLINK). The other end of the cable must be connected to the speaker system itself.
If the speakers do not support this format, you should use the Toslink-Miniplug adapter. It allows you to convert the signal so that you can use the classic interface.
Connecting speakers via gamepad
This method is very original, since not every user would think of connecting the speaker system not to the console itself, but to the gamepad.
Some models of joysticks for SonyPlaystation 4 have a 3.5 mm mini Jack connector for connecting headphones or a headset. However, it is also suitable for connecting speakers. Since the 3.5 mm jack is standard for all speaker systems.
There are two main factors that prevent you from using this method.
- The wire interferes with the game. Due to the fact that the speakers are connected directly to the controller, the gameplay may be difficult as the cable may get in the way.
- Due to the connected speakers, the joystick discharges faster. On PS4, gamepads are wireless and run on rechargeable batteries. Therefore, they require recharging from time to time. When connecting additional devices to them, the continuous operation time is reduced.
Connecting speakers through an additional set-top box or TV device.
This method is the simplest. How the speakers are connected not to the console itself, but to other devices that receive a signal from the PS4. Since most of the various TVs or set-top boxes, in addition to the HDMI input, also have all sorts of analog outputs, connecting additional equipment is not difficult even for inexperienced users.
To connect, just plug the cable into the appropriate socket.
There are two connection options.
- When the left and right channels go on one channel to the mini Jack output. Then it is enough to connect the latter to the appropriate connector, and the equipment is ready for use.
- The left and right channels go through different wires. In this case, the connection is made through a composite input. To make such a connection, you need to connect the left and right channels to the corresponding sockets. They are usually marked with letters and numbers.
REFERENCE! L-Left left is usually marked in white. R-Right is right, marked in red.
Connecting a Bluetooth speaker
To make this connection, in addition to the console itself, you will need a wireless speaker system.
To connect, you need to turn on the device, then go to the console settings and open the wireless connection menu.
After a short search for devices available for connection, a wireless gadget will appear in the list. After the pairing process, the device is ready for use.
Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices
To pair with a second or subsequent BLUETOOTH device, follow the following pairing procedure for each device.
Before using the speaker, be sure to do the following:
Place the BLUETOOTH device within 1 m of the speaker.
Connect the speaker to an AC outlet using a USB AC adapter (commercially available) or connect it to a running computer. Or charge the built-in battery sufficiently.
Stop playback on the BLUETOOTH device.
Lower the volume of the BLUETOOTH device and speaker to avoid sudden loud sound from the speaker. Depending on the BLUETOOTH device, the volume of the device may be synchronized with the speaker.
For reference, please have the operating instructions supplied with your BLUETOOTH device ready.
The POWER/BLUETOOTH indicator will flash blue slowly.
When you turn on the speaker for the first time after purchase, the POWER/BLUETOOTH indicator will flash quickly and the speaker will automatically enter pairing mode by simply pressing the button
When the speaker is turned on, it will try to establish a BLUETOOTH connection with the last connected BLUETOOTH device. If this device is nearby and its BLUETOOTH function is activated, the BLUETOOTH connection is established automatically and the Power / BLUETOOTH indicator lights up. In this case, turn off the BLUETOOTH function or turn off the power of the currently connected BLUETOOTH device.
The speaker will enter pairing mode.
When the list of detected devices is displayed on the display of the BLUETOOTH device, select “SRS-XB01”.
If you need to enter a password *, enter “0000” on the display of the BLUETOOTH device.”
* An “Access Key” may be referred to as a “passcode,” “PIN,” “PIN,” or “password.”
When the BLUETOOTH connection is established, the POWER / BLUETOOTH indicator will stop flashing and become solid.
If the BLUETOOTH connection is not established, repeat the procedure from step
Advice
After activating the BLUETOOTH function on a BLUETOOTH device that has been connected to the speaker via a BLUETOOTH connection, the BLUETOOTH device will reconnect to the speaker simply by pressing the button
For details on operating the BLUETOOTH device, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the BLUETOOTH device.
Note
The speaker pairing mode will be canceled after about 1 minute, and the POWER/BLUETOOTH indicator will flash slowly. However, if the pairing information is not saved in the speaker, such as in the factory settings, the pairing mode will not be cancelled. If pairing mode was canceled before the process was completed, repeat the procedure from step
What's so difficult about this?
Using the set-top box on a TV and outputting the signal through the speakers will not raise any questions. But when integrating into a home theater or connecting the PS4 to a monitor, difficulties may arise. It's all about the absence of the usual 3.5 mm mini-jack on board.
The set of connectors available on all versions of consoles (4, 4 Slim, 4 Pro) is the same, with the exception of optical audio output, which Slim lacks. Next, we’ll look at ways to connect speakers to a set-top box in descending order of popularity, starting with the most common – HDMI.
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- On the connector panel to the left of microUSB there is a slot for micro CD.
- LED battery charge indicator is located at the top of the control panel;
- scary logo;
The control buttons work differently:
- The button with the image of three people is used to switch the input signal from Bluetooth, radio or flash.
- long press “-” decreases the volume, short press returns to the previous track;
- A long press of “+” increases the volume, and a short press goes to the next track;
For third-party speakers only, the USB Type A connector can be used to connect a USB flash drive and the antenna connector.
It’s easy to play music via bluetooth from a flash drive or micro-CD, but to listen to the radio you need to configure:
- Once you find the list, you can change them by briefly pressing “+” or “-”.
- To search for radio stations, press the button on the handset;
- the button with three people turns on the “Radio” mode (a background hiss will appear);
- insert the cable into the USB-A port;
If music cannot be played from a flash drive, it should be formatted to FAT32.
Improving Your Audio
PlayStation Gold Wireless Headset ($85 at Amazon)
With a sleeker profile than most gaming headsets, Sony has created a modern look with a compact design; The microphone is hidden and the arms can be folded for transport. However, you still get the same sound quality as traditional headsets with 7.1 audio.
Bose Solo 5 ($199 at Amazon)
We've yet to find a TV with better sound than the right system, and few companies with better sound than Bose. Solo 5 is a great way to improve your PS4 gaming experience.
At the speed of light
HDMI is convenient for its versatility and transmission of video and audio signals through one wire. In the event that its use is impossible, the speakers must be connected separately. One method is fiber optic cable.
This solution transmits up to six channels of sound and will allow you to build a 5.1 home theater around the console. The only limitation will be the presence of the necessary connector on the amplifier for speakers. It is labeled Optical IN.
On Play Station 4, audio is sent via HDMI by default. In order to switch the output to the optical connector, you need to make the following settings:
- In the console menu, select the “Sound and Screen” field.
- Go to “Audio Output Settings”.
- Select the item “Main output connector”.
- Set the parameter value to “DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)”.
Sound settings
In order to adjust the sound, you need to go to the PS4 menu and open the “Sound and Screen” options. Then select “Audio Output Settings” and click on “Primary Output Connector”. After this, you need to select the Digital out port.
IMPORTANT! This setting is only needed when connecting speakers in the first way, via an optical output. In other cases, there is no need to change these settings.
Adviсe
- If you have a PS4 Slim console, the speakers must be connected to the TV, then the PS4 must be connected to the TV (via an HDMI cable). In this case, all the sound will go through the speakers rather than through the TV speakers. You may first need to open the TV menu and select speakers as your main audio source.
- Extractors with HDMI and optical audio ports also have legacy types of audio ports that connect to older speaker models
