8BitDo DIY For PS Classic User Manual
- June 3, 2024
- 8Bitdo
Table of Contents
8BitDo DIY For PS Classic User Manual
Instructions- P30 classic Modkit
• Please handle it with care.
We are not responsible for any damage caused in use.
Switch
1. Press □ + start to turn on the controller
2. Press and hold telect for 3 seconds to enter pairing mode. Blue LED will
rapidly blink
3. Go to your Switch Home Page to click on Controllers, then click on Change
Grip/Order. LED becomes solid when connection is successful
4. Controller will auto reconnect to your Switch with the press of start once
it has been paired
- When connected to your Switch. select+ down= Switch HOME button
Android ( D – input )
1. Press X + start to turn on the controller
2. Press and hold select for 3 seconds to enter pairing mode. Blue LED will
rapidly blink
3. Go to your Android device’s Bluetooth setting, pair with [8Bitdo P30
classic Modkit].
LED becomes solid when connection is successful
4. Controller will auto reconnect to your Android device with the press of
start once it has been paired
Windows ( X – input )
1. Press Δ + start to turn on the controller
2. Press and hold select for 3 seconds to enter pairing mode. Blue LED will
rapidly blink
3. Go to your Windows device’s Bluetooth setting, pair with [8BitDo P30
classic Modldt].
LED becomes solid when connection is successfu
4. Controller will auto reconnect to your Windows device wrth the press of start once it has been paired
MacOS
1. Press O + start to turn on the controller
2. Press and hold eelect for 3 seconds to enter pairing mode. Blue LED will
rapidly blink
3. Go to your macOS device’s Bluetooth setting, pair with [Wi reless
Controller]. LED
becomes solid when connection is successful
4. Controlle rw ill auto reconnect to your macOS device with the press of start once it has been paired
Battery
| Status | LED indicator |
|---|---|
| Low battery mode | LED blinks in red |
| Battery charging | LED stays solid red |
Support
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Please visit support.8bitdo.com for further information & additional support
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FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Classic Kit and Original Kit be used interchangeably? What are the differences? How can I differentiate them from each other?
No, they can not be used interchangeably. The differences include the
dimensions of the boardand the placement of the buttons.
When choosing the right kit to buy, please refer to the controller port of
your controller:
A. The long and flat one is the original model.
B. The short and narrow one is the Classic model.
Can I use it with an original PS controller with joysticks?
No, you can only use it with a standard original PS controller which has no joysticks.
What devices are they compatible with?
They are compatible with Switch, Windows 10, Android, macOS, Raspberry Pi.
They will auto reconnect to any device with the press of START once it has
they paired successfully.
How can I charge the controller when modded?
The cable included in the packaging and the circular port attached to the port are for charging the battery.
What should I do if my controller does not charge and there is no LED indication of its charging?
A. Open up the controller enclosure with the screwdriver provided in the
packaging.
B. Connect the board to your PC via a USB cable.
C. LED turns on.
If there is no LED, it means the power port is damaged.
Can I map the buttons? What can I do if I incorrectly mapped the buttons?
Yes, you can map the buttons. This is what you can do if the buttons are
incorrectly mapped:
LEFT + Select : set Dpad as left analogue stick
Up + Select : reset Dpad
Right + Select : set Dpad as right analogue stick
Down + Select : Swap A/B and X/Y mapping
Press and hold any of the key combinations above for 5 seconds to map the buttons.
LED will blink in red to indicate the success of each button mapping.
*You need to reset the buttons manually.
How can I charge my controller after modifying it? How long can the battery last when fully charged?
We suggest you use a phone power adapter to charge the battery.
It uses a 180mAh rechargeable battery. It takes about one and half an hour to
fully and can last for about 10 hours.
Can I use it as a wired controller?
No, you can not. The cable which comes with the board is a USB DC2.0 powering charging cable only.