8BitDo M30 2.4G Bluetooth Gamepad User Manual

8BitDo M30 2.4G Bluetooth Gamepad User Manual

M30 2.4G Bluetooth Gamepad

Genesis & Mega Drive (wireless connection)

1. Plug the receiver to the controller port on the system. LED on the receiver will start to blink
2. Press mode button on the controller to pair with it. Blue LED becomes solid when connection is successful

• 6 button mode<=> 3 button mode switching can be achieved by pressing mode button on the controller for 3 seconds. LED on the receiver will blink twice to indicate the change
• Press and hold mode button on the controller for 3 seconds to re-connect with a new receiver or to retrieve lost connection. Blue LED becomes solid when connection is successful

Windows/Switch (wired connection)

• Connect the controller to your Windows/Switch via USB cable. Green LED becomes solid when connection is successful
• Switch system needs to be 3.0.0 or above. Then go to System Setting> Controller and Sensors> turn on Pro Controller Wired Communication

Turbo Function

1. Hold the button you would like to set turbo functionality to and then press the star button to
activate/deactivate its turbo functionality
2. Blue LED blinks twice to indicate the success of activation/deactivation

• D-pad is not included
• This does not apply to Switch on wired connection

Battery

• Built-in 480 mAh Li-on with 35 hours of playtime
• Rechargeable via USB cable with 1- 2 hour charging time

Power Saving

• Sleep mode -15 minutes without use

Support

• Please visit support.Sbitdo.com for further information & additional support

FAQ – M30 2.4G for original Genesis/Mega Drive

What is the difference between M30 bluetooth, M30 2.4G for original Genesis/Meg Drive and M30 2.4g for Genesis Mini/Mega Drive Mini?

Difference #1 – compatibility & connectivity:
M30 bluetooth works with Switch，Windows，Android，Raspberry Pi，macOS as well as all devices 8BitDo bluetooth receivers support.

M30 2.4G for original Genesis/Mega Drive has its own dedicated 2.4g receiver included. It connects to the original Sega Genesis, Mega Drive1&2 and Analogue Mega Sg, wirelessly via the receiver.
On USB connection, it works with Switch, Windows 10 and Raspberry Pi.

M30 2.4G for Genesis Mini/Mega Drive Mini has its own dedicated 2.4g receiver included. It works with Genesis Mini/Mega Drive Mini as well as Switch, wirelessly via the receiver.
On USB connection, it works with Switch, Windows 10 and Raspberry Pi.

Difference #2 – compatibility & connectivity:
STAR button
M30 bluetooth: star button = screenshot button on Switch mode.
M30 2.4G for original Genesis/Mega Drive: start button = turbo button on Switch mode.
M30 2.4G for Genesis Mini/Mega Drive Mini: start button = turbo button on Switch mode.
Controller mode LED indicator
M30 bluetooth: there are four LED lights on the bottom of the controller indicating the controller mode.
M30 2.4G for original Genesis/Mega Drive: N/A
M30 2.4G for Genesis Mini/Mega Drive Mini: N/A
Pairing button
M30 bluetooth: there is a dedicated button on the top of the controller next to the USB port.
M30 2.4G for original Genesis/Mega Drive: there is no dedicated button for this. “ – ” button functions as so.
M30 2.4G for Genesis Mini/Mega Drive Mini: there is no dedicated button for this. “ – ” button functions as so.
USB port
M30 bluetooth: USB-C
M30 2.4G for original Genesis/Mega Drive: Micro USB
M30 2.4G for Genesis Mini/Mega Drive Mini: Micro USB

What systems does it work with?

It works with original Sega Genesis, Mega Drive model 1 and 2, Analogue Mega Sg.
If you wish to use it with Switch, Windows 10 and Raspberry Pi, you need to use a USB cable for this.

Does it work with 8BitDo Bluetooth receivers/adapters?

No, it does not. It only works with the 2.4g receiver which comes with it.

What do the two shoulder buttons do?

When it is used with Mega Drive:
L = Z
R = C
On USB connection:
C = R1
Z = L1
L = L2
R = R2

Can I use it with Sega Saturn, PS3, PS4, Xbox One, Xbox 360, Wii, Wii U?

No, you can not.

Can I use it on any device which uses the same controller port?

This can not be guaranteed as different devices apply different output wattage.

Does it work with other 2.4g receivers by 8BitDo, for instance, SN30 2.4g receiver?

No, it does not work any other 2.4g receiver except for the one which comes with this controller in the box.

Can I use two M30 2.4g on one Mega Drive?

Yes, you can. One receiver for one controller port. One receiver for one controller.

What do 3 button mode and 6 button mode actually do?

Since some games do not recognize 6 button mode, therefore, you need to swap it to 3 button mode which can be read and used by those games.
To sway between these two modes: press and hold MODE button on the controller for 3 seconds. Blue LED on the receiver blinks twice to indicate the success of mode switching.
*Default mode on the controller – 6 button mode.

How do I charge the controller? How long does the battery last when fully charged?

We suggest you charge it via a phone power adapter.
The controller uses 480mAh rechargeable battery with 1-2 hour charging time. The battery can last up to 35 hours when fully charged.

Read User Manual Online (PDF format)

Download This Manual (PDF format)

Download this manual  >>