# PS4 Gamepad Display Mount ## Overview https://youtu.be/hanDyDW6dWA ![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/886/medium800/gaming_hero-game.jpg?1588704081) ## Gamepad Display Ever wish you could attach a mini display to your PS4 gamepad? With 3D printing, you totally can! This 3D printed mount attaches a 7" HDMI 1200x800 display to a Playstation 4 DualShock wireless controller.  ![gaming_hero-side.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/829/medium640/gaming_hero-side.jpg?1588618270) ## 3D Printed Display Mount With some hardware and a tripod screw you can securely mount the display to the gamepad. It features a sturdy hinge so you can adjust the viewing angle. This uses a standard 1/4"-20 tripod screw allowing a wide range of mounting options. ![gaming_hero-pad-display.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/830/medium640/gaming_hero-pad-display.jpg?1588619904) ## Hardware Screws The following hardware is required to assemble this project. Note a "Go Pro" bolt is an M5-0.8 metric screw. A standard tripod screw is 1/4-20 (ANSI unified screw thread). ![gaming_hardware-screws.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/818/medium640/gaming_hardware-screws.jpg?1588605497) ### Part: DualShock Playstation 4 Gamepad quantity: 1 Wireless Controller for PS4 [DualShock Playstation 4 Gamepad](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LWVX2RG/) ### Part: 1/4-20 D-Ring Screw quantity: 1 1/4-20 Tripod Screw [1/4-20 D-Ring Screw](https://www.adafruit.com/product/2629) ### Part: M5 x 20mm Screw (50pc) quantity: 1 Metric M5 x 20mm long socket head cap (GoPro Bolt) [M5 x 20mm Screw (50pc)](https://amzn.to/3bXFg5P) ### Part: M5 Hex Nut quantity: 1 M5 x 0.8mm Metric Hex Nut (50pc) [M5 Hex Nut](https://amzn.to/2Wo8T9Y) ### Part: M3 x 8mm Screw quantity: 1 M3 x 0.6mm button head screw assortment kit (300pc) [M3 x 8mm Screw](https://amzn.to/2Wod1qh) ### Part: M3 Hex Nut (50pc) quantity: 1 M3 Hex Nut [M3 Hex Nut (50pc)](https://amzn.to/3flejLi) ### 7" Display 1280x800 (720p) IPS + Speakers - HDMI/VGA/NTSC/PAL [7" Display 1280x800 (720p) IPS + Speakers - HDMI/VGA/NTSC/PAL](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1667) Yes, this is an adorable small HDMI television with incredibly high resolution **and built in 3W stereo speakers**! We tried to get the smallest possible HDMI/VGA display with high-res, high-contrast visibility. The visible display measures only 7" (17.8cm) diagonal, and the TFT comes... In Stock [Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1667) [Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/1667/guides) ![Front view of assembled and powered on HDMI 4 Pi - 7" Display. The monitor displays a desktop background with a raspberry logo.](https://cdn-shop.adafruit.com/640x480/1667-00.jpg) ### Mini HDMI to HDMI Cable - 5 feet [Mini HDMI to HDMI Cable - 5 feet](https://www.adafruit.com/product/2775) Connect a device with a Mini HDMI port to a regular sized HDMI port together with this basic HDMI cable. It has nice molded grips for easy installation, and is 1.5 meter long (about 5 feet). 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The STL files are oriented to print "as-is". - ps4-clamp.stl - ps4-knuckle.stl - ps4-adapter.stl - ps4-plate.stl - ps4-washer.stl ![gaming_3d-parts.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/819/medium640/gaming_3d-parts.jpg?1588605867) [Download CAD source](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/130/049/original/CAD.zip?1715707449) [Download CAD files from Thingiverse](https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4340030) [Download CAD Files from Prusa Printers](https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/31201-ps4-dualshock-display-mount) ## Slicing Parts No supports are required. Slice with settings for PLA material.  The parts were sliced using CURA using the slice settings below. - PLA filament 220c extruder - 0.2 layer height - 10% gyroid infill - 60mm/s print speed - 60c heated bed ![gaming_cura-slice.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/882/medium640/gaming_cura-slice.jpg?1588701633) ## CAD Assembly The knuckle adapter attaches to the clamp using an M3 screw and cap nut. The tripod plate is mounted to the knuckle adapter using an M5 screw and cap nut. The clamp is secured to the gamepad using an M3 screw and locknut. ![gaming_cad-explode.gif](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/884/medium640thumb/gaming_cad-explode.jpg?1588702042) ## Glue Knuckle Mount The knuckle and adapter parts are glued together. Apply a few drops of super glue to the flat surface of the knuckle. Align the adapter with the knuckle and press them together. Allow glue to cure before assembling. ![gaming_knuckle-pieces.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/835/medium640/gaming_knuckle-pieces.jpg?1588633921) ![gaming_knuckle-glue.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/837/medium640/gaming_knuckle-glue.jpg?1588633968) ## Glued Knuckle The knuckle and adapter were separated to avoid using support material. ![gaming_knuckle-glued.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/838/medium640/gaming_knuckle-glued.jpg?1588633998) # PS4 Gamepad Display Mount ## Assembly ## Install Knuckle to Clamp Fit the knuckle mount onto the clamp. The grove slides on to the nub. These two pieces fit together so they are kept aligned.  ![gaming_knuckle-clamp-join.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/839/medium640/gaming_knuckle-clamp-join.jpg?1588634031) ## Insert Hex Nut Place an M3 hex nut onto the knuckle mount. Press the hex nut into the polygon shaped recess.  ![gaming_knuckle-install-hexnut.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/840/medium640/gaming_knuckle-install-hexnut.jpg?1588634049) ## Secure Knuckle to Clamp Insert and fasten an M3 x 8mm long machine screw through the hole. This secures the knuckle mount to the clamp. ![gaming_knuckle-secure-clamp.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/841/medium640/gaming_knuckle-secure-clamp.jpg?1588634064) ## Secured Knuckle The knuckle mount should be securely mounted to the clamp. ![gaming_knuckle-clamp-secured.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/842/medium640/gaming_knuckle-clamp-secured.jpg?1588634086) ## Install D-Ring Insert and fasten the 1/4"-20 tripod D-ring screw into the plate. ![gaming_plate-dring-install.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/843/medium640/gaming_plate-dring-install.jpg?1588634110) ## Install Rubber Washer (optional) A rubber washer is used for getting a better grip to the display. This was printed in Ninjaflex TPU filament. ![gaming_dring-washer.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/844/medium640/gaming_dring-washer.jpg?1588634129) ## Insert Cap Nut Fit an M5 hex nut onto the recess on the side of the knuckle mount. ![gaming_knuckle-capnut-install.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/845/medium640/gaming_knuckle-capnut-install.jpg?1588634152) ## Install M5 Screw Place the tripod plate onto the knuckle mount. Insert the M5 x 20mm long screw through the hole of both pieces. Fasten the M5 screw into the hex nut. ![gaming_plate-knuckle-screw-install.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/846/medium640/gaming_plate-knuckle-screw-install.jpg?1588634167) ## Installed Knuckle Use the M5 screw to tighten or loosen the tripod plate and knuckle mount. ![gaming_plate-knuckle-installed.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/847/medium640/gaming_plate-knuckle-installed.jpg?1588634191) ## Install Clamp to Gamepad Open the clamp slightly and fit it over the PS4 gamepad. ![gaming_clamp-pad-install.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/848/medium640/gaming_clamp-pad-install.jpg?1588634212) ## Insert M3 Screw Pinch the tabs on the end of the clamp together. Insert an M3 x 8mm long machine screw through the holes on both tabs. ![gaming_clamp-tab-screw-install.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/849/medium640/gaming_clamp-tab-screw-install.jpg?1588634244) ## Secured Clamp Use an M3 hex nut to secure the tabs on the clamp. ![gaming_clamp-tab-secured.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/850/medium640/gaming_clamp-tab-secured.jpg?1588634262) ## Lock Nut (Optional) A hex nut with a nylon insert will prevent the hex nut from becoming loose. ![gaming_clamp-tab-hexnut.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/851/medium640/gaming_clamp-tab-hexnut.jpg?1588634284) ## Menu Button A hole in the clamp allows the menu button to be accessible. ![gaming_clamp-menu-hole.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/852/medium640/gaming_clamp-menu-hole.jpg?1588634308) ## Install Display Get the HDMI display onto the clamp mount and fasten the tripod screw. ![gaming_display-clamp-screw.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/853/medium640/gaming_display-clamp-screw.jpg?1588634333) ## Adjust Display Keep the display aligned in the desired position while tightening the tripod screw. ![gaming_display-clamp-install.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/854/medium640/gaming_display-clamp-install.jpg?1588634351) ## Adjust Viewing Angle Use the M5 screw and hex nut to tighten or loosen the hinge. ![gaming_display-knuckle-tight.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/855/medium640/gaming_display-knuckle-tight.jpg?1588634379) ## Final Build And now you're ready to game on! ![gaming_display-gamepad-installed.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/856/medium640/gaming_display-gamepad-installed.jpg?1588634399) # PS4 Gamepad Display Mount ## Usage ## Pair Devices to Gamepad Get the PS4 controller into pairing mode by pressing the **menu** (Playstation icon) and **share** buttons until the LED flashes. ## Connect to Mac OS Go to the **System Preferences** application by clicking the **Apple** icon in the top left menu bar. Click on the **Bluetooth** icon. Search and click on the **connect** button on the  **Wireless Controller**. ![gaming_macos-bluetooth.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/090/885/medium640/gaming_macos-bluetooth.jpg?1588702719) ## Unpair Controller To pair with different devices you'll need to first unpair with the currently connected device. In most applications, use the " **forget this device**" option.  ## Featured Products ### HDMI 4 Pi - 7" Display 1280x800 (720p) IPS - HDMI/VGA/PAL/NTSC [HDMI 4 Pi - 7" Display 1280x800 (720p) IPS - HDMI/VGA/PAL/NTSC](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1033) Yes, this is an adorable small HDMI television with incredibly high resolution! We tried to get the smallest possible HDMI/VGA display with high-res, high-contrast visibility. The visible display measures only 7" (17.8cm) diagonal, and the TFT comes in an enclosure with HDMI, VGA and... 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