How to Turn Off a PS3 Controller

The Sony PlayStation 3 makes use of either a Sixaxis or a Dualshock 3 controller via a Bluetooth connection. By design, both the Sixaxis and the Dualshock 3 are almost identical to earlier PlayStation controllers, including the original Dualshock for the PlayStation and the Dualshock 2 for the PlayStation 2, with the addition of a "PS" button used to bring up the Cross Media Bar. This "PS" button is key to turning the controller on and off.

Things You'll Need

• Sixaxis or Dualshock 3 controller

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Instructions

1. Turning Off the Controller

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     Press and hold the "PS" button on the controller for a few seconds. An Options menu will pop up.

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     Select ̶0;Turn Off Controller̶1; and press the "X" button.

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     The controller will then shut off, saving battery life while you take advantage of the PS3s other media capabilities such as watching a movie or listening to music.