However, if you have more than one working controller, you can skip this hassle and go to … If you don’t have a flat screen with CEC or CEC is not enabled, you better go find that USB cable. Pair it using flat screen’s remote control using HDMI-CEC ( jump to CEC).If this is your only DS4 controller (i.e., no others working), you have two choices: While that’s all well and good (or at least so Sony thinks), it’s a complete and utter hassle… especially when you have other controllers already working. The Sony recommended procedure of pairing your new controller to your PS4 is by plugging it into the console with the Sony USB cable and powering the PS4 with the power button. But, why can’t I pair it wirelessly? You can. Well, now you’ve got to go through that hassle of pairing it with your console. You’ve just run out and spent $65 for that new and oh-so-cool 500 Million Limited Edition DUALSHOCK 4 controller for your PS4.