PlayStation® 5

{{cronus zen}} is fully compatible with all playstation® 5 console models, including both dualsense® and dualsense® edge controllers, when paired with the new cronus {{zenlink}} wi fi expansion module ( available to purchase here ) playstation ® 5 consoles ps5® version supported playstation® 5 yes yes playstation® 5 digital yes yes playstation® 5 pro yes yes dualsense ® version supported dualsense® yes yes dualsense edge® yes yes dualsense ® functions requires cronus {{zenlink}} supported rumbles & haptic feedback yes yes adaptive triggers yes yes two finger/swipe touchpad yes yes gyroscope yes yes wired headset (usb only) yes yes cronus beam® gamepacks yes yes wired headset support if you're using a wired headset connected to your dualsense® controller, the headset will only function when the controller is connected to the {{cronus zen}} via usb as 3 5mm audio & microphone is not available over a bluetooth® controller connection however, if you have a usb or wireless headset connected directly to your console, you're all set! simply connect your dualsense® to the {{cronus zen}} via bluetooth, and you're good to go 😁 note the dualsense® controller mic & speaker is not supported at this time cronus zenlink™ wi fi expansion module cronus {{zenlink}} is the most significant upgrade to {{cronus zen}} since its debut in december 2019 with the addition of wi fi support, our team can now deliver new and exciting features that were simply not possible before, starting with full compatibility for the playstation® 5 finally, the wait is over! 😆 this upgrade ensures your {{cronus zen}} will continue to evolve, enhancing your gaming experience without stretching your budget video guide new video update as of {{zen studio}} {{zs}} the cronus {{cronus zen}} configuration software is now included so you no longer need to download a separate file downloads this page contains everything you need to set up your {{cronus zen}} with a playstation® 5 and dualsense® controller you'll need {{zen studio}} {{zs}} which now also includes the latest version {{fw}} {{firmware}} update tool for {{cronus zen}} {{fw}} , and the latest configuration tool for the cronus {{zenlink}} {{zen studio}} {{zs}} download 👈 {{ps remote play}} download 👈 a windows ® 10 / 11 pc connected to wi fi that supports {{2 4ghz}} is required for {{zenlink}} setup note windows® 11 location services must also be turned on a windows ® 10 / 11 pc regularly required for {{cronus zen}} configuration & gamepack/script programming in {{zen studio}} after installing the {{ps remote play}} app, you'll be prompted to log in to your psn® account you'll only need to link to your ps5® just one time! and we'll handle the rest for you 😊 step 1 ps5® console settings you must apply the following settings on your playstation® 5 before using {{zenlink}} or any of the beam® {{gamepacks}} if these settings are not correctly configured, major {{m o d }} s—such as {{silent aim v2}} —will not function properly users and accounts users and accounts > other > console sharing and offline play > enable enable system ⚙️ system > remote play > enable remote play enable remote play it's recommended these two other settings are disabled as a precautionary measure to protect against future updates that may affect compatibility or functionality system > system software > system software update and settings > disable download update files automatically disable install update files automatically power saving ⚙️ system > power saving > set time until ps5 enters rest mode > set while playing games to don't put in rest mode don't put in rest mode ⚙️ system > power saving > features available in rest mode > supply power to usb ports > always always ⚙️ system > power saving > features available in rest mode > enable stay connected to the internet stay connected to the internet ⚙️ system > power saving > features available in rest mode > enable turning on ps5 from network enable turning on ps5 from network ⚙️ system > power saving > set time until controllers turn off > don't turn off don't turn off controller (general) ⚙️ accessories > controller (general) > vibration intensity > strong (standard) strong (standard) ⚙️ accessories > controller (general) > trigger effect intensity > strong (standard) strong (standard) ⚙️ accessories > controller (general) > communication method > use usb cable use usb cable note dualsense edge controller settings can be found in profile 1 profile 1 ⚠️ note also see dualsense curve settings at the bottom of this page step 2 setup ps remote play if you haven't already, download 👈 and install the latest version of {{ps remote play}} on a windows® pc you'll be prompted to sign in to your psn® account and then it shouldn't take more than a minute to successfully pair to your ps5® (you only need to do this once) once you've completed this setup and successfully connected to your ps5® console, you can simply close the {{ps remote play}} app don't worry, you won't have to repeat any of these steps again unless you change your psn® account or wi fi settings 🙂 step 3 install zen studio it's important to first make sure the {{cronus zen}} and {{zenlink}} are updated to their latest versions or you won't have access to {{gamepacks}} , the {{gpc scripts}} library, or new features and latest fixes this is all done from our {{zen studio}} software let's make sure your {{cronus zen}} is updated first update to cronus zen™ firmware {{fw}} download and install the latest {{zen studio}} {{zs}} this will also install the {{zenlink}} configurator tool (a shortcut is created on your desktop) put the {{cronus zen}} into bootloader mode by holding the small blue reset button while connecting the zen to a windows® pc from its {{console usb port}} when it says " zen bootloader " on the led screen, let go of the blue button open {{zen studio}} and a popup will display " cronus zen not found " click the launch update tool button the {{firmware}} update tool will detect the {{cronus zen}} and display its current version and unique serial number click on it then select continue the tool will confirm that the {{cronus zen}} will be updated to version {{fw}} , click the begun update button this takes about 20 seconds do not unplug the {{cronus zen}} while programming as it may damage the device once complete, close the update tool, unplug the usb cable from the rear {{console usb port}} of the zen, and reconnect to the {{prog usb port}} on the right side of the zen the {{cronus zen}} will now be detected and you will now have full access to the {{gamepacks}} , {{gpc scripts}} library, and other exclusive tools cronus web update tool you can also update your {{cronus zen}} at any time from any computer or mobile device with a web browser it supports chrome and edge browsers (windows®, mac®, android devices that support chrome or edge web browser w/ usb otg wired connection) step 4 zenlink ™ one time setup now it's time to setup and configure your {{zenlink}} important wi fi setup instructions make sure your windows® pc is connected to the same wi fi network as your ps5® if your computer is currently using a wired lan (ethernet) connection , please temporarily disconnect the cable and switch to wi fi for the duration of the {{ps remote play}} and {{zenlink}} setup process ⚠️ note your wi fi router must support the {{2 4ghz}} band most modern routers combine both {{2 4ghz}} and {{5ghz}} into a single network, which is usually fine however, if your router has a separate {{ssid}} for each band, be sure to connect your windows ® pc to the {{2 4ghz}} network specifically when you install {{zen studio}} {{zs}} and above, it now includes the latest {{zenlink}} configurator tool (a shortcut is created on the desktop) put the {{zenlink}} into config mode by connecting {{zenlink}} to your windows® pc while holding the blue config button for 5 seconds until the leds turn purple purple open the {{zenlink}} configurator tool (right click on the shortcut and select run as administrator ) click read settings from windows® note if this step doesn't work, check to see if you have both {{2 4ghz}} and {{5ghz}} wi fi options on your network and make sure you're connected to {{2 4ghz}} (see troubleshooting below regarding {{2 4ghz}} modem support) click load console data click save all to device click restart device do not do not unplug yet! after the restart, the leds should turn orange orange to confirm wi fi is connected note if pairing to the wi fi fails, the leds will turn red red if there is a new update available it will display in the toolbar of {{zenlink}} configurator tool the update will automatically, indicated by blinking blue leds blue leds do not do not disconnect the {{zenlink}} until the firmware update is confirmed as completed (the status bar will display done rebooting device ) once the update is completed, the leds will turn back to orange orange , confirming a successful connection to your network your {{zenlink}} is now ready to hook up to your {{cronus zen}} now that {{zenlink}} is configured, it no longer requires a pc to connect, nor does it require a wireless {{2 4ghz}} connection, so you can revert to a {{5ghz}} or wired lan connection if that's what you were previously using step 5 connect zen to a ps5® almost finished ☺️ connect the {{zenlink}} into the a1 usb port (left side) of your {{cronus zen}} device using the {{console usb port}} on your {{cronus zen}} , connect directly to your ps5® the {{zenlink}} led will turn orange orange , indicating successful connection to your wi fi network connect your dualsense® controller directly to the front a2 or a3 usb ports of your {{cronus zen}} wait until the {{zenlink}} leds change to green green once your {{cronus zen}} successfully syncs with your ps5®, the {{zenlink}} leds will change to blue blue as soon as you start playing a ps5® game, signaling you're connected and ready to enjoy full {{cronus zen}} functionality on your ps5® 🙂 zenlink™ device buttons how to enter {{zenlink}} config mode hold the blue blue config button for at least 5 seconds while plugging into pc until the leds turn purple purple they will then either turn orange orange (wi fi connected) or blink red blink red (no wi fi set) purple purple and green green means no update available to perform a factory reset , hold the factory reset button (paperclip hole underneath) while plugging into the pc until the leds turn purple purple then blink red blink red troubleshooting zenlink™ leds please refer to the various {{zenlink}} led indicators and their meanings below to assist with troubleshooting device led (config mode) purple led purple led means config mode orange led orange led means successfully connected to wi fi blinking red led red led means no wi fi settings are setup blinking blue led blue led in config mode means firmware is updating (do not unplug!) cyan led cyan led means zen console mode ready note this is briefly shown when the {{zenlink}} is unplugged/plugged back in device led (console mode) cyan led cyan led means console mode ready orange led orange led means successfully connected to wi fi blinking red led red led means no wi fi found blinking purple led purple led means failure to connect to console (make sure {{ps remote play}} on your pc is correctly connected to your ps5) single light green light green flash then led off means retrying connection red red / blue blue flashing means remote play disconnected steady green steady green means successfully connected zenlink™ red led (no wi fi) make sure your windows® pc is connected to the same wi fi network as your ps5® (and of course make sure the ps5® is turned on and connected) if your computer is currently using a wired lan (ethernet) connection , temporarily disconnect the cable and switch to wi fi for the duration of the {{ps remote play}} and {{zenlink}} setup process your wi fi router must support the {{2 4ghz}} band most modern wi fi routers combine their {{2 4ghz}} and {{5ghz}} networks under the same wi fi name ( {{ssid}} ), so you typically won't need to worry about this step however, if your router has separate {{ssid}} connections for each band, be sure to connect your pc to the {{2 4ghz}} network specifically random disconnections upnp must be enable in the routers settings another solution is to put {{zenlink}} and the ps5® on a static ip address with port forwarding enabled (see the instructions for your router) tcp port 9295 → 9295 tcp port 9304 → 9304 tcp port 8572 → 8572 udp ports 9000 65535 → 9000 65535 no wired headset audio if your wired headset isn't working and your dualsense® is connected by usb cable to your {{cronus zen}} , you will need to manually change the remote play input device to usb headset on your ps5® ⚙️ settings > sound > microphone > input device > select usb headset a wired headset is not supported when your dualsense® is paired to the {{cronus zen}} using bluetooth however, a usb or wireless headset or that connects directly to the ps5® works fine console name not set ensure your ps5® console has a name in its console information section prior to setup it is given a name by default, but there is a chance you may have removed it at some point dualsense® edge curve if you are using a dualsense® edge controller, you must change the built in right stick sensitivity/deadzone settings to default or it will break the functionality of many {{m o d }} s including {{silent aim v2}} go to settings > accessories select dualsense® edge wireless controller > custom profiles select create custom profile , call it beam , then select ok select the profile you created and right stick sensitivity curve default curve adjustment 0 deadzone adjustment 0% important notes {{zenlink}} must be within reasonable range of your wireless router/modem to ensure smooth operation; otherwise lag and disconnecting could occur you should have a good idea from your other devices as to whether you are within a decent wi fi signal range {{zenlink}} uses similar technology to playstation® portal and as such, it is subject to the same restrictions for the best possible experience, minimize the amount of high bandwidth devices and apps like netflix® running on your network while you are playing if your internet is unstable or your network is prone to dropping out, it will affect the performance of {{zenlink}} connect your ps5® console via wired ethernet if possible the ps5® puts out plenty of hot air near the ethernet connection, so if you see instances of your ethernet connection dropping out on your console, you may need a higher quality cable be aware that {{ps remote play}} will disconnect from {{zenlink}} after an idle period disclaimers any use of this product means being aware of and agreeing to the following ⚠️ usage agreement zen link™ is an expansion product that requires a separate purchase of a cronus zen™ device access to a windows™ 10/11 pc is required for initial updating and completion of zenlink™ setup at this time, cronus zen™ itself still requires frequent access to a windows™ 10/11 pc for zen studio™ configuration zenlink™ uses ps remote play which requires an active psn® account ⚠️ trademark notice zen link™ is a trademark of collective minds gaming co ltd all product names, logos, brands, and other trademarks, images, or videos mentioned in this manual or on the website are used solely for identification purposes and remain the property of their respective trademark holders these trademark holders are not affiliated with collective minds gaming co ltd , and they do not sponsor or endorse its products, services, or websites the trademarks "playstation®", playstation®5", ps5®, psn®, dualsense® are owned by sony interactive entertainment