BEAM2.0 GAMEPACKS
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Apex BEAM2.0 (NON-PS5)
NON-PS5 Setup

PC Setup

This page has everything you need to setup your Cronus Zen to a Windows PC & DualSense controller. You must use Zen Studio , and Zen's firmware must be upgraded to .

However...

Yes, Cronus Zen can be used on PC, but we cannot officially offer any support for it.

What You Need to Know



While we do offer guidance on setting up Zen to game on a Windows PC, it's essential to know our primary development focus is on consoles, such as the PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. Why? Due to the diverse range of motherboards in PCs, Zen can behave differently across computer specifications, particularly when it comes to power.

A recent example was the AMD AGESA V2 bios causing USB ports to randomly disconnect. Many users returned their Zen devices thinking they were faulty, only to discover the issue lay with the motherboard. These types of issues can consume significant resources, detracting from our primary console support.

Furthermore, some PC games now detect and may block or penalize the use of third-party devices like ours. It's always in your best interest to read the EULA before using any third-party devices.

🚫 Important

Every setting on this page for the PC must be applied before using the GamePack. If you fail to match ANY of these settings, the GamePack WILL NOT WORK!

Also make sure the DualSense® controller is fully charged when using with Cronus Zen as there's not enough power to charge (this can be resolved by using the powered Cronus MK USB Switch).

🔷 Zen Studio Setup (PC)


Zen to PC using the PROG USB
Zen to PC using the PROG USB

  1. Connect Cronus Zen to your Windows PC using the PROG USB port.
  2. Open Zen Studio .
  3. Navigate to the Device tab.
  4. Set the Output Protocol to AUTO.
  5. IMPORTANT: Unplug the PROG USB cable from the Zen.
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🔷 Steam Settings (PC)



It's important to disable Steam Input for the Apex BEAM2.0 GamePack to function correctly on a Windows PC.

  1. Open Steam and navigate to your game library.
  2. Find Apex in your game list, right-click on it.
  3. From the dropdown menu, click on Properties & select Controller.
  4. IMPORTANT: Navigate to Override for APEX & select Disable Steam Input.

🔷 DualSense® Controller Setup



Cronus Zen supports all features of the DualSense® & DualSense Edge® controllers (USB).

DualSense® & DualSense Edge®
DualSense® & DualSense Edge®


DualSense Model

USB

BLUETOOTH

DualSense (CFI-ZCT1W)

YES

YES*

DualSense Edge (CFI-ZCP1)

YES

YES*

DualSense Features (PC)

USB

BLUETOOTH

Adaptive Triggers

YES

NO

Haptic Feedback

YES

NO

Two Finger/Swipe Touchpad

YES

YES

Gyroscope

YES

NO

Controller Mic

YES

NO

Audio Headset

YES

NO

*Bluetooth does not support Adaptive Triggers, Rumbles, Gyroscope, or Mic, so it cannot support the features of this GamePack. 

Here are the steps for setting up a DualSense controller to a Windows PC using Zen.

  1. IMPORTANT: Unplug the PROG USB cable from the Zen.
  2. Connect a DualSense or DualSense Edge Controller to Zen's A1 USB port.
  3. Connect the Zen to the PC from its rear CONSOLE/PC USB port.
  4. That's it! 🙂

🔶 In-Game Settings



If these in-game settings are not applied, the Apex BEAM2.0 GamePack will not function correctly.

  1. Set the in-game Vibration to Default
  2. Set Adaptive Triggers to ON.

If you cannot find the vibration option, it is because the Zen is detected as a controller. To resolve this, connect a mouse directly to your PC and the Vibration option will appear. Once enabled you can go back to using your controller.

You are now ready to start gaming with the latest Cronus Zen GamePacks!



🚫 Troubleshooting

If you find your weapon is not beaming, even though all your in-game settings are correct, don't panic! After incorporating some great community feedback, we've identified a straightforward fix which should be done before programming a new GamePack.

  • Perform a Hard Reset on the Zen, which will clear all memory slots and settings.