PowerA 1518390-01 Enhanced Wireless Controller User Manual

ENHANCED WIRELESS
CONTROLLER
USER MANUAL

CONTENTS

• Enhanced Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch™
• Battery Compartment Door
• (2) 1.5V AA Batteries
• User Manual

SET UP

Check for system update. Nintendo Switch system  update version 6.0.1 or later is required for use of PowerA Wireless controllers.

1. Connect your Nintendo Switch to the Internet
2. Typically, system updates will be downloaded automatically when connected online.
3. Select ‘System Settings’ from HOME menu, then scroll down to ‘System’ to see System Update version and automatically check for system update.

For additional help, search ‘system update’ from Nintendo Support website.

INSTALL BATTERIES

1. Remove the battery door, and install (2) AA Alkaline Batteries (included)
2. Confirm your Nintendo Switch console is powered ON.

WIRELESS PAIRING

From the HOME Menu, select ‘Controllers and Sensors’, then ‘Change Grip/Order.’ While the following screen is displayed, press and hold down the SYNC Button for at least one second on the controller you wish to pair.

NOTE: After controller is paired once, it will autoconnect next time.

UNDERSTANDING LED INDICATORS

1. The top LED near the USB port will flash red when the internal battery is near depletion. Plug in USB cable to charge once indicator is flashing for uninterrupted game play. LED will turn solid red during charging, and off once fully charged.
2. The front LED (between Capture & Home buttons) indicates controller will flash during programming of Advanced Gaming Buttons.
3. The four LEDs on the bottom indicate power, player number 1-8, and will cycle from left to right during wireless pairing.

ASSIGNING ADVANCED GAMING BUTTONS

1. Press the Program Button on the bottom of the controller. The Advanced Gaming Button Program Status LED will flash, signaling the controller is in assign mode.
2. Press 1 of the following buttons (A/B/X/Y/L/R/ZL/ZR/ Left Stick Press/Right Stick Press/+Control Pad) to re-assign. Then press the Advanced Gaming Button (AGR or AGL) that you wish to assign. The Advanced Gaming Button Program Status LED will stop flashing, signaling the Advanced Gaming Button has been set.
3. Repeat for the remaining Advanced Gaming Button. NOTE: Advanced Gaming Button assignments will remain in memory even after disconnected.

RESETTING ADVANCED GAMING BUTTONS

1. Hold the program button down for 2-3 seconds. The Advanced Gaming Button Program Status LED will slowly flash, signaling the controller is in program mode.
2. Press and hold the Assign Program Button for 5 seconds to reset to no function.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Q1. My Wireless Controller is not pairing.
A1. Confirm batteries are properly installed, and are not drained, used or damaged.
A2. Confirm you are following the pairing process listed above.
A3. Remove and replace the Alkaline batteries to reset the Wireless controller.
For latest FAQs, visit PowerA.com/Support

BATTERY LEAKAGE WARNING

Leakage of battery fluid can cause personal injury as well as damage to your controller. If battery leakage occurs, thoroughly wash the affected skin and clothes. Keep battery fluid away from your eyes and mouth. Leaking batteries may make popping sounds.

To avoid battery leakage:

• Do not mix used and new batteries (replace all bat- teries at the same time).
• Do not mix different brands of batteries.
• Alkaline batteries recommended. Do not use Lithium ion, nickel cadmium (nicad), or carbon zinc batteries.
• Do not leave batteries in the remote for long periods of non-use.
• Do not recharge alkaline or non-rechargeable batteries.
• Do not put the batteries in backwards. Make sure that the positive (+) and negative (-) ends are facing in the correct directions. Insert the negative end first.
• When removing batteries, remove the positive end first.
• Do not use damaged, deformed or leaking batteries.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the controller
• Rechargeable batteries must be removed from the controller before being charged
• Rechargeable batteries should be charged under adult supervision
• Do not short circuit the supply terminals

MOTION WARNING

Playing video games can make your muscles, joints, skin or eyes hurt. Follow these instructions to avoid problems such as tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, skin irritation or eyestrain:

• Avoid excessive play. Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour, even if you don’t think you need it. Parents should monitor their children for appropriate play.
• If your hands, wrists, arms or eyes become tired or sore while playing, or if you feel symptoms such as tingling, numbness, burning or stiffness, stop and rest for several hours before playing again.
• If you continue to have any of the above symptoms or other discomfort during or after play, stop playing and see a doctor.

FCC STATEMENT

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. this device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.

CAN ICES-003(B)/NMB-003(B)
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference;
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device

MANUFACTURED BY

ACCO Brands USA LLC 4 Corporate Way, Lake Zurich, IL 60047
ACCOBRANDS.com | POWERA.com
MADE IN CHINA
CONTACT/SUPPORT
For support with your authentic PowerA accessories, please visit PowerA.com/Support.

WARRANTY

2-Year Limited Warranty: Visit PowerA.com/support for details.

AUSTRALIAN WARRANTY STATEMENT
This product comes with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. If purchased within Australia or New Zealand, this product comes with a One-year warranty from date of purchase. Defects in the product must have appeared within One year from date of purchase, in order to claim the warranty. All warranty claims must be facilitated back through the retailer of purchase in accordance with the retailer’s return policies and procedures. Any expenses incurred,as a result of returning the product to the retailer of purchase are the full responsibility of the consumer.

AU WHOLESALE DISTRIBUTOR

Level 2, 2 Darling Street South Yarra, Australia VIC 3141
bluemouth.com.au Email: support@bluemouth.com.au
+61 (3) 9867 2666

ADDITIONAL LEGAL

© 2021 ACCO Brands USA LLC. PowerA and PowerA Logo are trademarks of ACCO Brands Corporation. Nintendo Switch is a trademark of Nintendo. Licensed by Nintendo.  All rights reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. REGIONAL COMPLIANCE SYMBOLS More information available via web- search of each symbol name.

The WEEE (Waste of electrical and electronic equipment) symbol requires battery disposal outside of other household waste per local regulations. Contact your city office, waste disposal service, or retailer for guidance.

The CE (Conformité Européene aka European Conformity) mark is a declaration from the manufacturer that the product meets applicable European Directives and Regulations for health, safety, and environmental protection.

The UKCA (UK Conformity Assessment) mark is a declaration from the manufacturer that the product meets applicable UK Regulations for health, safety, and environmental protection.

The Regulatory Compliance Mark is a visible indication of a product’s compliance with all applicable ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority) regulatory arrangements, including all technical and record-keeping requirements regarding the electrical safety and/or electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Hereby, ACCO Brands USA LLC at 4 Corporate Way,
Lake Zurich, IL 60047 USA, declares that this wireless controller is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.
The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at the following internet address: PowerA.com/compliance
WIRELESS SPECIFICATIONS FOR EU COMPLIANCE
Frequency Range: 2.4 – 2.4835GHz
Max E.I.R.P.: < 10dBm

Customer Service
PowerA.com/Support

TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
For warranty details or support with your authentic PowerA accessories, please visit PowerA.com/Support.

References

• ACCO Brands
• bluemouth.com.au
• PowerA | PowerA
• PowerA | PowerA
• Declaration of Conformity | PowerA
• Support | PowerA

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