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PlayStation VR: PSVR Headset keeps disconnecting due to faulty cable?

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 17:01:24 -0700

Hi,

My PSVR has recently been diconnecting fewquently, mostyl when putting the headset on/off.

I've narrowed it down to the piece of cacle that comes from the headset itself, about 3-6inch along from where it enters the headset.

Any thoughts or ideas how to fix or replace this? I wish Sony made plug in cables to the head set as opposed to a sealed unit ;(

⟐ Commented April 07, 2022 at 17:01 MST

PlayStation VR: Where to get replacement lenses for the psvr headset?

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 15:28:13 -0700

My psvr headset, out of the box, had a pretty nasty scuff on the right lens.

This has been hindering my gameplay ability due to it messing with my eyes and distracting me at those critical moments...

I would appreciate any help towards fixing/replacing the lenses.

⟐ Commented January 27, 2023 at 15:28 MST

PlayStation VR: Dial on headband is not working

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 23:41:40 -0700

Hello, I’ve got a problem with my VR. I was trying to tight it on my head, but after few clicks with that white rear dial, it somehow slipped, and now it doesn’t lock the headband in position. I can move with it back and forth. So, I am not sure what could happend, I just send it for warranty repair, but I’m sure they won’t do anything and just tell me that it is mechanical fault caused by me. It seems like there is no info on the internet about this thing, and I could’t find any helpful video about disassembly of that mechanism. Do you have more informations to the step 15-17 Teardown PSVR.?

If it comes back untouched and broken I think that I could try something to repair it myself.

PS. English is not my first language.

Thank you for your answer

Best regards

Petr

⟐ Answer edited April 17, 2020 at 23:41 MST

PlayStation VR: Spare Parts: Where can I get a replacement HDMI cable for the headset

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 17:10:22 -0700

This is the dual HDMI cable that includes the in line headphone control. I have a cut cable and want to purchase a replacement rather than having to pay Sony for a full out of warranty repair ($275 AUD).

The cable is terminated with a PCB header connector inside the headset and is fully replaceable, its just I cannot source one.

⟐ Commented February 10, 2020 at 17:10 MST

PlayStation VR: Why can't I turn on my PS VR headset?

Wed, 15 Nov 2017 22:33:50 -0700

I've been having trouble with my PS VR headset recently. The processing unit seems to be working fine as it has a red light on when the PS4 is off and a solid white light when the PS4 is on. However, although the VR headset is connected to the processing unit directly, nothing happens (no beep sound nor any lights on the headset come on) when I press the 'ON' button on the inline remote. I've checked all of the cables and nothing seems to be wrong. As my VR headset is out of warranty and I have spent a fortune on the headset, I really need the VR headset to work again. What should I do?

PlayStation VR: Can you fix the permenant cable to the VR headset

Sat, 05 Apr 2025 16:21:42 -0700

Dog chewed the cable from the VR Processing unit to my headset.

Pretty straight forward with no solid answer on how to fix it while keeping the longevity of the unit intact.

⟐ Commented April 05, 2025 at 16:21 MST

PlayStation VR: Where can I get a replacement power supply for the VR Processing unit?

Sun, 15 Jul 2018 01:48:53 -0700

The cord that goes into the black box for the ps vr has been chewed up. I need a replacement.

⟐ Answered July 15, 2018 at 1:48 MST

PlayStation VR: headband reassembly help repair

Wed, 09 Nov 2016 17:08:58 -0700

my ps vr headband padding has popped out of its slots. one of the slots on the right side and some of the padding on the back of the headset is loose. i want to get this fixed so there doesnt get any dust in there. can someone help me with how i can fix this? this is really annoying me. its possible to see where i mean on picture 15 on the guide

PlayStation VR: replacement for PSVR Silicon Guard

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 22:21:16 -0700

Where can i get a replacement silicon eye guard? lost previous.

⟐ Answer edited September 13, 2018 at 22:21 MST

PlayStation VR: Can I replace the headband?

Sat, 03 May 2025 12:22:57 -0700

I have the newer version of the PSVR, and my headband pads have gone mouldy. How can I replace the pads, and where should I get the replacement pads from?

⟐ Answered May 03, 2025 at 12:22 MST

PlayStation VR: Cat chewed my power cable to headset!

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 08:35:08 -0700

Hi there, does anybody have a solution better than Sony's £175 repair fee?? I've only used the item a couple of times but the warranty does not cover accidental damage. Am devastated! Do I really need to buy a new one?? The cable is attached to the Headset which I think is the main issue. Can it still not be re wired??

Thanks for any help in this matter

⟐ Answered June 26, 2023 at 8:35 MST

PlayStation VR: Best glue to reattach lens?

Fri, 09 Jun 2017 08:14:01 -0700

We had a small accident while playing, and popped the right lens clean out.

What's the best glue to reattach it without melting the plastic?

⟐ Answer accepted June 09, 2017 at 8:14 MST

PlayStation VR: Can the pads be removed the from vr headset to avoid messy hair

Wed, 03 May 2017 10:24:47 -0700

Hi i simply want to ask is it possible to remove those pads that touch the front head as its messes up my hair

what is the most minimal way to wear the vr without messing the hair is there a solution of what can be removed from this humongous headband, especially the black protruding piece that touches directly the front top head

i know for some this is not important but when you have gel in your hair and this protruding head band piece which is black then covered with a cushion in the front is pressing directly on your front hair it just leaves the hair so messed up

I can tolerate little more weight to be not distributed evenly if they get removed as the messy hair after using the headband is way too much hassle

i appreciate if you can show how to get rid of it and be still functional to use as a headset

⟐ Answered May 03, 2017 at 10:24 MST

PlayStation VR: Power adapter multi voltage

Tue, 24 Jan 2017 11:04:44 -0700

Is the PlayStation vr power adapter a dual voltage

⟐ Answer accepted January 24, 2017 at 11:04 MST

PlayStation VR: Why won’t my headset turn on?

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 22:52:11 -0700

My headset has been working fine up until now. It works with little to no problems and I thought since it’s gotten so old (it’s the first PS4 version) it would run into them eventually. But, this time it just won’t turn on at all. The PS4 knows it’s connected but it won’t turn on. I’ve tried plugging it in and out again and checked the cables (we use some of the cables for other things) so I know they work by themselves. Is there anything else I could do? Thanks.

PlayStation VR: Is it safe to plug my psvr in the philippines that I bought here in ja

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 16:15:25 -0700

I just want to ask if Is it safe to plug my psvr its indicate a 7A 125V power cable to a 220V socket? The AC adapter can accept 100-240V, and 50-60Hz so I am kind of worried about the power cable itself that is only rated for 7A 125V.because i bought it in Japan and the volt in the Philippines is 220v .so if its safe to directly plug? I hope anyone can solve it ??

PlayStation VR: Garbled display on one eye

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 02:29:28 -0700

Hi, my PSVR suddenly started to display (mostly) garbage on the right eye.

I took it apart, and this is what the PSVR screen looks like:

Interestingly, this started happening right after PSVR firmware upgrade, maybe a month ago. Does anyone have similar issues? How to go about fixing this?

PlayStation VR: Is there a wiring diagram for VR V2?

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 19:48:47 -0700

Dog chewed thru wire and I want to rewire it.

PlayStation VR: The processor unit for the PSVR does not output to TV

Mon, 12 Oct 2020 08:10:30 -0700

I have changed hdmi cables for everything but the hdmi port on the processor unit cannot output to the tv. However I can see everything in the VR. At this point I think I have a faulty hdmi port.

PlayStation VR: What are these white lines? (Not dead pixels).

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 00:44:16 -0700

This is a picture taken with my phone of the PSVR lens. Not a tv image

This is my 2nd PSVR, I hardly play it but just went to put it on and notice these white lines in the top left corner. Does anyone know what this is.

Tried isolating any light leaking in but it’s not that. They show up when I look away from the menu too, although they are slightly fainter.

This was also on the last headset I had, which I returned due to dead pixels.

Any advice greatly appreciated, as dealing with the staff at Noel Leeming’s here in New Zealand is like trying to explain algebra.

⟐ Edited by author March 09, 2020 at 0:44 MST