To complete my PS3 Move dream setup, I picked up some parts from a local second hand store CEX:
- 2x PlayStation Move Sharp Shooters (CECHYA-ZRA1E 📄 )
- 2x PlayStation Move Navigation Controllers (CECH-ZCS1E 📄 )
The Navigation Controllers paired and worked fine while on usb cable, but their batteries were dead — they wouldn’t charge or hold any charge.
the battery replacement
The Navigation Controller uses a LIS1442 (Sony P/N 4-180-962-01) — a 3.7V 600mAh Li-ion cell. I ordered these replacements from AliExpress that fit perfectly.
The controller opens with a single small Phillips screw at the bottom. The two halves clip apart, exposing the PCB and battery. Disconnect the old battery, swap in the new one, and reassemble. Assemble carefully — the cables and plastic fittings are not very strong.
Both controllers charged up and worked perfectly afterwards — the Sharp Shooter setup is finally complete.
watch out for misfits
Before finding the right ones, I tried some replacements on Amazon with the same LIS1442 reference — they don’t fit. The cells are slightly too large for the battery compartment, despite having the correct part number.
