PS4 controller on PC issues (D-Pad shuts off)

mpochylko1
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PS4 controller on PC issues (D-Pad shuts off)

Post by mpochylko1 »

Hello readers,

I've been using a PS4 controller on my PC for a while now. About every ten minutes it seems the D-Pad stops working. Every other button and the joysticks still work, just the directional pad stops. I unplug my USB cord and plug it back in and the d-pad works again for ten minutes.

Has anyone experienced this, anyone have a fix?
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Re: PS4 controller on PC issues (D-Pad shuts off)

Post by CowsGoMoo »

Controllers do wear out. I just got myself a new red one I was amazed at the stiffness of the new controller buttons compared to the old one.
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CMDRTAKEDOWN
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Re: PS4 controller on PC issues (D-Pad shuts off)

Post by CMDRTAKEDOWN »

Try and reset it.
There is a hole by the L1 and L2 underneath the controller. Use a tooth pick/paperclip and push gently till you feel the button move then release.
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covim23887
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Re: PS4 controller on PC issues (D-Pad shuts off)

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mpochylko1 wrote: Tue May 05, 2020 10:23 pm Hello readers,

I've been using a PS4 controller on my PC for a while now. About every ten minutes it seems the D-Pad stops working. Every other button and the joysticks still work, just the directional pad stops. I unplug my USB cord and plug it back in and the d-pad works again for ten minutes.

Has anyone experienced this, anyone have a fix?
Hi buddy, this might be due to main reason:
1. Wear Out.
2. Error Log.

If 1, then the only way is getting a new one.
If 2, try resetting, and if still, it doesn't work then better talk with support or show physically to Customer care.
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ianlambert
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Re: PS4 controller on PC issues (D-Pad shuts off)

Post by ianlambert »

Try resetting or contact the Customer care for support.
Stevejet11
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Re: PS4 controller on PC issues (D-Pad shuts off)

Post by Stevejet11 »

Same, how do you fix it ?
mpochylko1
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Re: PS4 controller on PC issues (D-Pad shuts off)

Post by mpochylko1 »

I never did fix this.

Curious @stevejet11 do you use an aftermarket controller?
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Re: PS4 controller on PC issues (D-Pad shuts off)

Post by Losfrewa »

I would love to get detailed instructions on how to fix it
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