Ultimate Compatibility: Your Complete Setup Guide for the Brook Wingman PS2 Adapter

Ready to play your favorite PS1, PS2, or PS Classic games with your best modern controller or custom fightstick? The Brook Wingman PS2 Adapter is the definitive, lag-free solution.

This guide walks you through every step of the setup process, from initial connection to customizing your inputs with the powerful Turbo and Remap functions.

Part 1: Initial Console Setup & Power

The first step is connecting the adapter to your classic console.

1. Connect to Console: Plug the Wingman PS2 directly into a controller port on your PS1, PS2, or PS Classic console.
2. Verify Power: The Green indicator light on the Wingman PS2 will turn on, signaling a successful connection between the adapter and the console.

💡 Troubleshooting Power Issues

If the green indicator doesn't light up, your console might not be providing enough power (this can happen with older consoles). Solution: Connect a separate power source, like a power bank, to the dedicated power port on the Wingman PS2 to ensure it has the necessary drive.

Part 2: Connecting Your Controllers

The Wingman PS2 supports over 125 different controller models. Here’s how to connect your wired and wireless gear:

1. Wired Joysticks & Fightsticks

Simply insert your wired USB joystick or fightstick into the USB port on the Wingman PS2. A steady Blue indicator light means the controller is successfully connected.

2. Wireless PS3, PS4, PS5, and Switch Controllers

To connect these wireless controllers, you must perform a one-time wired pairing:

1. Connect the wireless controller and the Wingman PS2 using a USB cable.
2. Once the Blue indicator turns on, remove the USB cable.
3. Press the PS or Home button on your controller to finalize the wireless connection.

3. Xbox Elite 2 and Xbox One Joysticks

These controllers use a dedicated pairing method:

1. Press and hold both the Brook button (on the Wingman PS2) and the Pair button (on the joystick) simultaneously for three seconds.
2. The adapter will connect, indicated by the steady Blue indicator light.

4. Xbox 360 Controllers

You will need the original Xbox 360 Wireless Receiver:

1. Insert the Xbox 360 receiver into the Wingman PS2’s USB port.
2. The Blue indicator light means they are connected and ready to use.

Part 3: Advanced Functions (Turbo & Remap)

The Wingman PS2 allows for powerful, customized inputs right on the adapter. These are demonstrated here using a PS4 controller, but the function buttons translate to other controllers.

A. Turbo Setup (Rapid Fire)

The Yellow indicator light signals that you are in Turbo Setup Mode.

Action	Button Combination	Result
Enter Setup Mode	Share + PS buttons	Yellow indicator turns on.
Set Turbo Button	Share + [Button]	(e.g., Press Square, then press Share. Square is now Turbo.)
Save & Exit	PS button	Yellow indicator turns off.

B. Adjusting Turbo Frequency (Shots Per Second)

There are four frequencies available: 5, 10 (default), 15, and 20 shots per second.

Action	Button Combination	Result
Enter Setup Mode	Share + PS buttons	Yellow indicator turns on.
Increase Frequency	Share + D-pad Up	Indicator flashes faster.
Decrease Frequency	Share + D-pad Down	Indicator flashes slower.
Save & Exit	PS button	Yellow indicator turns off.

C. Canceling Turbo Settings

1. Press Share + PS to enter Turbo Setup Mode (Yellow indicator).
2. Press Share + Option to cancel all Turbo Mode settings.
3. Press the PS button to exit.

D. Remap Setup (Changing Button Layout)

The Purple indicator light signals that you are in Remap Setup Mode.

Action	Button Combination	Result
Enter Setup Mode	Option + PS buttons	Purple indicator turns on.
Remap Single Button	[Button to remap] once, then Share + [Desired new function]	(e.g., Press Square, then Share + Circle to make Square act as Circle.)
Remap Combined Button	[Button to remap] once, then Share + [Button 1] + [Button 2]	(e.g., Press X, then Share + Square + Circle to make X press both Square and Circle.)
Save & Exit	PS button	Purple indicator turns off.

E. Canceling Remap Settings

1. Press Option + PS to enter Remap Setup Mode (Purple indicator).
2. Press Share + Option to cancel all Remap Mode settings.
3. Press the PS button to exit.

Part 4: Switching to PC Mode (X-Input)

The Wingman PS2 can also be used as a standard PC controller using X-Input:

Mode	Button Combination (Hold 2 seconds)	Indicator
PC/X-Input Mode	Select + D-pad Down	White signal flashes once.
Console Mode	Select + D-pad Up	White signal flashes twice (back to default).

The Wingman PS2 ensures your premium arcade gear remains relevant across generations. Start enjoying your games with the speed and accuracy you expect!

Three versions of Brook Wingman PS2 adapters are available at retroarcadecrafts.com:

Brook Wingman PS2 Converter - Original

Brook Wingman PS2 Converter - Starry Blue

Brook Wingman PS2 Converter - Transparent White