Connect by Bluetooth
Connect your favorite supported PlayStation, or Nintendo controllers to a Cronus Zen (w/ Bluetooth) and an Xbox Series X/S.
⚡IMPORTANT
DO NOT have any scripts or GamePacks enabled until you are happy with your controller's setup and performance (disabled = press the memory slot button until the Zen gearhead logo is on the OLED screen), and remember, if your controller ever disconnects, glitches or becomes unresponsive, simply tap Zen's reset button to resync.
👉 This page includes the following (Bluetooth) Controller to Xbox Series X|S guides:
XBOX SERIES X|S to XBOX SERIES X/S(No Bluetooth)XBOX ELITE S2 to XBOX SERIES X/S(No Bluetooth)XBOX ONE to XBOX SERIES X/S(No Bluetooth)XBOX 360 to XBOX SERIES X/S(No Bluetooth)- PS5 DUALSENSE to XBOX SERIES X/S
- PS4 DUALSHOCK 4 to XBOX SERIES X/S
- SWITCH WIRELESS PRO to XBOX SERIES X/S
- TIPS & TRICKS
🎧 HEADSET AUDIO
While Zen supports most wired headsets connecting to the controller, you should know that audio is heavy on the CPU. This isn't a problem if you do not use GamePacks or scripts, but if you are, audio may affect its performance by causing the controller to disconnect or introduce lag. It is highly recommended that if you are using powerful MODs, switch to a wireless headset or any headset that connects directly to the console and not the controller.
See the Wired Headset Users page for more detailed information.
Before you pair any controller to the Zen using Bluetooth, we recommend that you clear the Bluetooth pairing cache first. Open Zen Studio and go to Device Panel > click the Clear BT Devices button. You'll then get a confirmation pop-up; click Yes.
All Xbox controllers upgraded to firmware 5.13.3146.0 and above do not support Bluetooth with Cronus Zen.
Don't worry there is a great wireless solution, grab an Xbox Wireless Adapter from our store and you'll have a smooth, wireless experience with 5GHz Wi-Fi Direct technology.
Pairing a PlayStation controller to the Zen using Bluetooth is really easy. These steps not only cover the DualSense and DualShock 4, but also several third-party controllers including Scuf Infinity4PS Pro (both v1 and v2), Scuf Impact, Scuf Vantage, and Scuf Vantage 2.
Setup Hardware: Xbox Series X/S console, DUALSENSE and DUALSHOCK 4 controllers (fully charged🔋), XBOX One or XBOX Series X/S controller, Zen Studio and Zen Firmware
IMPORTANT: Make sure your PlayStation controller is fully charged, or it will likely disconnect or not detect at all.
- Connect CRONUS ZEN to PC using PROG (mini-USB)
- Open ZEN STUDIO > Device Panel > Emulator Output Protocol set to AUTO.
- Make sure that PS4 Speciality and PS Remote Play are NOT enabled. NOTE: Unplug all USB cables from Zen (no power).
- Connect CRONUS ZEN to the XBOX SERIES X/S CONSOLE using CONSOLE/PC (micro-USB).
- Connect an XBOX SERIES X/S or XBOX ONE controller to A1(license donor).
- Press Zen's Bluetooth pairing button P2 until the RGBs flash BLUE
- DUALSENSE: HOLD CREATE+PS buttons until the controller touchpad flashes WHITE.
- DUALSHOCK 4: HOLD SHARE+PS buttons until the controller lightbar flashes WHITE.
AUDIO: You can connect a wired headset to the PlayStation controller, and if that doesn't work, try connecting a headset to the A1 XBOX donor controller which may work with some models. However, it is recommended that you use a wireless headset, or one that pairs directly to the console and not the controller. For more details see the Wired Headset Users page.
Setup Hardware: Xbox Series X/S console, SWITCH WIRELESS PRO controller (fully charged🔋), XBOX One or XBOX Series X/S controller, Zen Studio , and Zen Firmware .
IMPORTANT: Make sure your Switch controller is fully charged, or it will likely disconnect or not detect at all.
- Connect CRONUS ZEN to a PC from PROG (mini-USB).
- Open ZEN STUDIO > Device Panel > Emulator Output Protocol set to AUTO.
- Make sure that PS4 Speciality and PS Remote Play are NOT enabled. NOTE: Unplug all USB cables from Zen (no power).
- Connect the CRONUS ZEN to an XBOX SERIES X/S CONSOLE using CONSOLE/PC (micro-USB).
- Connect an XBOX SERIES X/S or XBOX ONE controller to A1(license donor).
- Press Zen's Bluetooth pairing button P2 until the RGBs flash BLUE.
- Hold the SWITCH WIRELESS PRO sync button until the player 1-4 LEDs flash GREEN.
AUDIO: The SWITCH WIRELESS PRO does not support audio over Bluetooth but connecting a headset to the A1 XBOX donor controller may work with some models. However, it is recommended that you use a wireless headset, or one that pairs directly to the console and not the controller. For more details see the Wired Headset Users page.
💡 PRO TIP
Connect a wired Keypad or Keyboard to A2 or A3 and use it alongside your controller for powerful GamePack MODs, Scripts, and Build/Edit Macros. This is REALLY popular with Fortnite, CoD & Apex Legends players who are slaying with the new 32bit Community Supported GamePacks 😉
🚦 LIVE MONITORING
If you wish to monitor controller outputs in real-time with Zen Studio, connect the PROG (mini-USB) cable from Zen to PC, and keep the Zen connected to your Xbox Series X/S with the CONSOLE/PC (micro-USB) cable. Open Zen Studio and make sure the Zen is detected, then go to the Device panel and select Tools > Device Monitor (Shortcut: F3).
☢️ TROUBLESHOOTING
If the Zen RGB LEDs do not light up, or if no controller buttons are responding, unplug all USB cables from the Zen, reconnect, then press Zen's reset button and that should fix it. Make sure the controllers are powered on.
If your controller disconnects:
- The controller connected to A1 does not work as a donor (e.g., DS4 v1).
- The USB cable from the controller to the Zen is bad.
- The USB port on the controller is damaged.
Also, the Bluetooth pairing between Zen and your controller will be lost if....
- You connect the controller to a console directly by USB
- You connect the controller to a Windows PC directly by USB
- You pair the controller via Wireless adapter to any other device
- You connect the controller to A1 then connect Zen to a console
- You perform a factory reset in Zen Studio
For more detailed help, check out the extensive TROUBLESHOOTING 👈 guide.