Anyone tried connecting a PS3 game controller via bluetooth?

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Anyone tried connecting a PS3 game controller via bluetooth?

The PS3 is wireless and it was connected at one point and worked, even though it was not paired. Now bluetooth does not see it all and for the record the controller is on and charged. Not sure where to start if the controller is not even showing up as a recognized bluetooth device. Insight, advice and wisdom appreciated in advance. Thanks!

Mac mini (Mid 2011), Mac OS X (10.7.5)

Posted on Apr 14, 2013 6:42 AM

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TCherry Author

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Apr 14, 2013 7:27 AM in response to TCherry

Open Apple menu -> System Preferences -> Bluetooth and disable Bluetooth on Mac as well as any other nearby Macs or devices which will try to pair with and confuse the controller.
Reset PS3 controller by inserting paperclip into pinhole near L2 button.
Connect PS3 controller to Mac with USB cable.
Enable Bluetooth.
Press “PS” button for 1-2 seconds until the red lights flash.
Unplug USB cable.
Click the “+” icon in the preferences to open the Bluetooth Setup Assistant.
A window will appear asking you to enter an access code. Enter “0000″ (without the quotes) and click “Accept.”
Close the Setup Assistant.
Click the “PLAYSTATION3 Controller” item in the Bluetooth list in the preferences. Then select “Add To Favorites” and then “Update Services” from the little gear icon menu.
Disable Bluetooth. Wait a second.
Enable Bluetooth. Wait another second.

This video on Youtube was also helpful:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gy7bKRrCDl0

Along with controller RESET instructions from playstation:

https://support.us.playstation.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/444/~/troubleshoot-du alshock-3%2Fsixaxis-controllers

Download the Gamepad Companion 2.4 here.

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