8bitdo Pro 2 Manual: Connect to Switch, PC & Android
- June 6, 2024
- 8Bitdo
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The 8BitDo N30 Pro 2 Bluetooth gamepad is a versatile controller that can be used with a variety of devices, including the Switch, PC, Android, and macOS. To help users get the most out of their controller, the 8bitdo Pro 2 Manual provides detailed instructions on how to connect the controller to each device and how to use its various functions. The manual explains that users can turn the controller on and off by pressing the start button, and it provides specific instructions for entering pairing mode and connecting the controller to each device. The manual also explains how to use the turbo function, how to check the battery status, and how to enable power-saving mode. For additional support, users can visit the 8BitDo website. With the 8bitdo Pro 2 Manual, users can quickly and easily set up and use their N30 Pro 2 Bluetooth gamepad with any compatible device.
N30- Pro 2 Bluetooth gamepad
Instruction Manual
- press start to turn on the controller
- press & hold start for 3 seconds to turn off the controller
- press & hold start for 8 seconds to force turn off the controller
Switch
- press & hold Y & start to turn on the controller, LEDs will blink four times per cycle
- press & hold pair for 2 seconds to enter pairing mode, Blue LEDs will rapidly blink
- go to your Switch Home Page to click on Controllers, then click on Change Grip/Order. LEDs will enter its breathing mode when connection is successful
- controller will auto reconnect to your Switch with the press of start once it has been paired
- when connected to your Switch, star button = Switch Screen Shot button
- home button = Switch HOME button
Android (D – input)
- press & hold B & start to turn on the controller, blue LEDs will blink once per cycle
- press & hold pair for 2 seconds to enter pairing mode, Blue LEDs will rapidly blink
- go to your Android device’s Bluetooth setting, pair with [8BBitDo N30 Pro 2]. LEDs will enter its breathing mode when connection is successful
- controller will auto reconnect to your Android device with the press of start once it has been paired
- USB connection: connect the controller to your Android device via USB cable after step 1
Windows (X – input)
- press & hold X & start to turn on the controller, LEDs will blink twice per cycle
- press & hold pair for 2 seconds to enter pairing mode, Blue LEDs will rapidly blink
- go to your Windows device’s Bluetooth setting, pair with [8BitDo N30 Pro 2]. LEDs will enter its breathing mode when connection is successful
- controller will auto reconnect to your Windows with the press of start once it has been paired
- USB connection: connect the controller to your Windows device via USB cable after step 1
macOS
- press & hold A & start to turn on the controller, LEDs will blink three times per cycle
- press & hold pair for 2 seconds to enter pairing mode, Blue LEDs will rapidly blink
- go to your macO$S device’s Bluetooth setting, pair with (Wireless Controller]. LEDs will enter its breathing mode when connection is successful
- controller will auto reconnect to your macOS device with the press of start once it has been paired
- USB connection: connect the controller to your macOS device via USB cable after step 1
Turbo function
- hold the button you would like to set turbo functionality to and then press the star button to activate turbo functionality.
- to deactivate turbo function, hold the button with turbo functionality activated and press the star button to deactivate turbo functionality
- analog sticks are not included
- this does not apply to Switch
battery
| status | LED indicator |
|---|---|
| low battery mode | LEDs in red |
| battery charging | LEDs in yellow |
| battery fully charged | LEDs turn off |
- built-in 480 mAh Li-on with 18 hours of play time
- rechargable via USB cable with1 – 2 hour charging time
power saving
- 1 minute with no Bluetooth connection, will power off
- 15 minutes with Bluetooth connection but no use, will power off
- controller stays on and connected on wired USB connection
support
- please visit support.8bitdo.com for further information & additional support
SPECIFICATION
Device
|
Button Combination to Turn On
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Button Combination to Enter Pairing Mode
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Button to Reconnect
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Turbo Function
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Battery Life
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Power Saving Mode
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Switch
|
Press & hold Y & start
|
Press & hold pair for 2 seconds
|
Press start
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N/A
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18 hours
|
15 minutes with Bluetooth connection but no use, will power off
Android (D-input)
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Press & hold B & start
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Press & hold pair for 2 seconds
|
Press start
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Hold button and press start to activate/deactivate
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18 hours
|
15 minutes with Bluetooth connection but no use, will power off
Windows (X-input)
|
Press & hold X & start
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Press & hold pair for 2 seconds
|
Press start
|
Hold button and press start to activate/deactivate
|
18 hours
|
15 minutes with Bluetooth connection but no use, will power off
macOS
|
Press & hold A & start
|
Press & hold pair for 2 seconds
|
Press start
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Hold button and press start to activate/deactivate
|
18 hours
|
15 minutes with Bluetooth connection but no use, will power off
FAQS
Where can I find additional support for the 8BitDo N30 Pro 2 Bluetooth
gamepad?
Visit support.8bitdo.com for further information and additional support.
How do I enable power-saving mode on the 8BitDo N30 Pro 2 Bluetooth
gamepad?
The controller will power off after 1 minute with no Bluetooth connection and after 15 minutes with Bluetooth connection but no use. The controller stays on and connected on wired USB connection.
How do I check the battery status on the 8BitDo N30 Pro 2 Bluetooth
gamepad?
The LED indicator will show the battery status. LEDs in red indicate low battery mode, LEDs in yellow indicate battery charging, and LEDs turn off when the battery is fully charged.
How long does the battery last on the 8BitDo N30 Pro 2 Bluetooth gamepad?
The controller has a built-in 480 mAh Li-on battery with 18 hours of play time.
How do I deactivate turbo functionality on the 8BitDo N30 Pro 2 Bluetooth
gamepad?
Hold the button with turbo functionality activated and press the star button to deactivate turbo functionality.
How do I activate turbo functionality on the 8BitDo N30 Pro 2 Bluetooth
gamepad?
Hold the button you would like to set turbo functionality to and then press the star button to activate turbo functionality.
How do I connect the 8BitDo N30 Pro 2 Bluetooth gamepad to my macOS device?
Press and hold A and start to turn on the controller. Press and hold pair for 2 seconds to enter pairing mode. Go to your macOS device’s Bluetooth setting, pair with (Wireless Controller]. LEDs will enter its breathing mode when connection is successful. The controller will auto reconnect to your macOS device with the press of start once it has been paired. You can also connect via USB cable after step 1.
How do I connect the 8BitDo N30 Pro 2 Bluetooth gamepad to my Windows
device?
Press and hold X and start to turn on the controller. Press and hold pair for 2 seconds to enter pairing mode. Go to your Windows device’s Bluetooth setting, pair with [8BitDo N30 Pro 2]. LEDs will enter its breathing mode when connection is successful. The controller will auto reconnect to your Windows with the press of start once it has been paired. You can also connect via USB cable after step 1.
How do I connect the 8BitDo N30 Pro 2 Bluetooth gamepad to my Android
device?
Press and hold B and start to turn on the controller. Press and hold pair for 2 seconds to enter pairing mode. Go to your Android device’s Bluetooth setting, pair with [8BBitDo N30 Pro 2]. LEDs will enter its breathing mode when connection is successful. The controller will auto reconnect to your Android device with the press of start once it has been paired. You can also connect via USB cable after step 1.
How do I connect the 8BitDo N30 Pro 2 Bluetooth gamepad to my Switch?
Press and hold Y and start to turn on the controller. Press and hold pair for 2 seconds to enter pairing mode. Go to your Switch Home Page to click on Controllers, then click on Change Grip/Order. LEDs will enter its breathing mode when connection is successful. The controller will auto reconnect to your Switch with the press of start once it has been paired.
How do I turn off the 8BitDo N30 Pro 2 Bluetooth gamepad?
Press and hold the start button for 3 seconds to turn off the controller. Press and hold the start button for 8 seconds to force turn off the controller.
How do I turn on the 8BitDo N30 Pro 2 Bluetooth gamepad?
Press the start button to turn on the controller.