Configuration for PS3 Controller in Arch Linux

This quick guide explains how to setup your PS3 controller in Arch Linux making sure the Bluetooth connection works

Requirements

Make sure to install the bluetooth packages and have a working usb device.

sudo pacman -S bluez bluez-utils bluez-plugins

Create the following file /etc/bluetooth/main.conf with the content:

[General]
ClassicBondedOnly=false

And just restart you computer.

Press the Middle PS button until leds start blinking, then connect the usb cable from the controller to the PC and you should se a warning to authorize the device.

After that you can unplug the controller and manage via you bluetooth manager.

NOTE: Take into account that the ClassicalBondedOnly Option is a solution that regresses you security configuration for bluetooth pairing, more details here use at you own risk

References

• https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/Gamepad