Getting Started
The following is required to be able to use
(PS4 Remote Play).
computer *
PS4 ™ system *
Wireless DUALSHOCK ™ 4 Controller
USB cable
Sony Entertainment Network account
Internet connection at high speed
For best performance, we recommend a high speed connection with an upload and download speed of 12 Mbps.
initial setup
Installing the program
1.Click one of the links below and download the installation file
(PS4 Remote Play).
Save the file to your desktop or other location.
2.Run the installation file.
A dialog box appears for installation. Follow the onscreen instructions to install the program.
During the installation, one can get a request to download additional software is required to use
(PS4 Remote Play). Follow the onscreen instructions to download this software.
Setting your PS4 ™ system
Before using this program, you need to perform the following on your PS4 ™ system.
Enable remote gaming. Select
(Settings)> [Connection Settings Remote Play Settings] and then check the box for [Enable Remote Play].
Activate system as your primary PS4 ™ system. Select
(Settings)> [PlayStation ™ Network / Account Management]> [Activate as your primary PS4 System]> [Turn].
To start Remote Play while your PS4 ™ system is in standby mode, select
(Settings)> [Power Save Settings]> [Set the features that are available in standby mode]. Then select the check box for [Stay connected to the Internet] and [Enable starting of the PS4 system from the network].
Using remote play
1.Start your PS4 ™ system or set it in standby mode.
2.Connect a controller to the computer with a USB cable.
3.Start
(PS4 Remote Play) on your computer, then click [Start].
4.Log in with your Sony Entertainment Network account used for your PS4 ™ system.
You must register (connect) your PS4 ™ system and the PC manually if you have not activated your PS4 ™ system as your primary system, or if the program can not find your PS4 ™ system. Connect your computer and PS4 ™ system via the network, and then follow the onscreen instructions.
Some games do not support remote play.
When Remote Play is not available
See the following information about Remote Play is not available, or if you have problems with stability.
We recommend a high speed connection with an upload and download speed of at least 5 Mbps.
In order to show the estimated connection speed for your PS4 ™ system, select
(Settings)> [Network]> [Internet Connection Test].
We recommend a wired Internet connection to both your PS4 ™ system and the PC.
If you use Wi-Fi (wireless), move the PS4 ™ system is closer to the access point or router. Make sure there are no obstacles between them.
Other devices on the network can use a lot of bandwidth. Wait until they are in sleep mode before using the Remote Play.
Windows® - Select [Settings]> [Video Quality Remote Play] on the home screen
(PS4 Remote Play). Configure these settings:
Select either [Standard (540p)] or [Low (360p)] for [resolution].
Select [Standard] for [Frame Rate].
Mac - Restart
(PS4 Remote Play). Select [PS4 Remote Play]> [Settings]> [Video Quality for remote play] in the menu bar. Configure these settings:
Select either [Standard (540p)] or [Low (360p)] for [resolution].
Select [Standard] for [Frame Rate].
Connection speeds vary depending on the network environment. Contact your ISP for more information.
System Requirements
PS4 ™ system
System software, version 3.50 or later
Always update your PS4 ™ system with the latest version of the system software.
Windows PC
A computer with one of the following operating systems.
Windows 8.1 (32-bit or 64-bit version)
Windows 10 (32-bit or 64-bit version)
Processor Intel Core i5-560M 2.67 GHz or faster
At least 100 MB of free space
At least 2 GB RAM
Screen resolution, 1024 x 768 or higher
Sound card
USB port
Mac
A computer with one of the following operating systems.
OS X Yosemite
OS X El Capitan
Processor Intel Core i5-520M, 2.40GHz or faster
At least 40 MB of free space
At least 2 GB RAM
USB port
Uninstall program
Folder and commands may vary depending on the operating system version.
Windows PC
Click [Programs and Features] in the Control Panel and then uninstall [PS4 Remote Play].
Mac
Drag [PS4 Remote Play] from the Applications folder to the Trash.Then, choose Finder> [Empty Trash].