PS4 controller turns off upon sign in

Solution 1:

Narrow down which end the fault lies - controller or PS4 - by doing the following:

1.) Try using the controller and pairing it with another / different PS4.

2.) Try pairing a different PS4 controller to the PS4 in question.

• If the fault is the controller, I'd suggest replacing it.
• If the fault lies in the unit, note the BT receiver is near the HDD.

Other Solutions:

• Is your unit vertical? Lay it flat and try again.
• Is it in an enclosed space and near another devices BT device? Try disabling the BT on nearby devices. The PS4 could be booting your controller because another device is unexpectedly paired.