How To Pair PlayStation Wireless Headsets

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How to pair PlayStation wireless headsets

Find out how to pair Pulse, Platinum, and Gold wireless headsets with PlayStation®5 consoles and PlayStation®4 consoles.

  • Pair headset
  • Pair PULSE Elite wireless headset
  • Headset compatibility
  • Having issues?

How to pair PlayStation wireless headsets with your PS5 console  

  1. Charge the headset using the included USB cable.
  2. Plug the USB adapter into your console.
PS5 console USB ports
  1. Switch the headset on and wait for the status indicator to stop blinking. A solid light indicates a successful pairing.
PS5 console audio settings PS5 console: 3D audio PS4 console: Pair a PlayStation wireless headset
  1. Charge the headset using the original USB cable.
  2. Plug the USB adapter into your console.
  3. Switch the headset on and wait for the status indicator to stop blinking. A solid light indicates a successful pairing.

Visit the Online User's Guide to find out more about PS4® console settings for Audio Devices.

Online users guide Connect PULSE Elite wireless headset Connect PULSE Explore wireless earbuds

Wireless headsets compatible with PS5 consoles

Headset nameModel number
PULSE Elite Wireless HeadsetCFI-ZWH2 CFI-ZWA2 CFI-ZPH2
Pulse 3D Wireless HeadsetCFI-ZWH1 CFI-ZWD1
Gold Wireless HeadsetCUHYA-0080 CECHYA-0083
Platinum Wireless HeadsetCECHYA-0090
PS4 console: Compatible wireless headsets
Headset nameModel number
Pulse 3D Wireless HeadsetCFI-ZWH1 CFI-ZWD1
Gold Wireless HeadsetCUHYA-0080 CECHYA-0083
PULSE Elite Wireless Stereo HeadsetCECHYA-0086
Platinum Wireless Stereo HeadsetCECHYA-0090
PlayStation®3 Wireless Stereo HeadsetCECHYA-0080

For compatible third-party headsets, check the instructions provided by the manufacturer for details.

Having issues?

  1. Make sure your wireless headset is charged using the included USB cable.
  2. Make sure the USB wireless adapter is firmly plugged into your console.
  3. Turn your headset off and then on again. The status indicator blinks while pairing.
Troubleshoot wireless headset issue Troubleshoot voice chat issue

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