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How to Program a Bluetooth DVD Remote Control for PS3

The Sony PlayStation 3 uses Bluetooth technology for the gaming system's wireless controllers and DVD/Blu-ray (BD) Disc Remote Control remote communication. Out of the box, the PS3's default settings do not allow for immediate Bluetooth connectivity; therefore, there are specific programming functions that must occur on both the Bluetooth remote and in the settings of the PS3. If you do not take these initial steps, then your Bluetooth remote will not communicate with your PS3 system.

Things You'll Need

2 AA batteries
PS3 Bluetooth remote
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PS3 game controller

Instructions

- 1
  Insert the two AA batteries into back of the DVD/BD remote.
- 2
  Power on your PlayStation 3 system manually. You can accomplish this by pressing the "PS" button in the middle of your wireless controller, or on the front of your PlayStation 3.
- 3
  Navigate to "Settings" on the PS3 home menu, referred to as the XMB.
- 4
  Scroll down the list of settings and select "Accessory Settings" by pressing "X" on your PS3 wireless controller.
- 5
  Select "Register BD Remote Control" by pressing the "X" on your PS3 controller.
- 6
  Follow the on-screen instructions that appear for registering your BD/DVD remote control. Once the remote is paired, you can control various multimedia applications on your system.

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