GAMESIR G8W Galoleo Wireless Mobile Gaming Controller User Manual

: July 9, 2024
: GameSir

GAMESIR GALILEO +

Wireless Mobile Gaming Controller

[E-manual]
https://www.gamesir.hk/pages/manuals-gamesir-g8+

PACKAGING CONTENTS

G8+ Controller 1 Small Thumbstick 1 Heightened Thumbstick 1 Round Thumbstick 1
1m Type-C Cable 1 User Manual 1 Thank You & After-sale Service Card 1
GameSir Sticker 1 Certification *1

COMPATIBILITY

Android 8.0 or later versions
Switch
iOS 13 or later versions

DEVICE LAYOUT

Menu Button
A/B/X/Y Button
Right Stick
RS (Right stick pressed down)
Connection Status Indicator
Home Button
M Button
Capture Button
Mode Indicator
D-Pad
Left Stick
RS (Left stick pressed down)
View Button
Type-C Charging Port
Pairing Button

POWER ON/POWER OFF

Hold for 1 second to power on.
Hold for 5 seconds to power off.
Stretch out the controller, and it will automatically turn on.
Naturally, the controller will power off when collapsed. However, in G-Touch mode, it will remain powered on.

CONNECTION STATE

Connection State

| Home Indicator| Description
---|---|---
Pairing Status|

Blink Rapidly

| When in Pairing Status, the controller can only be paired with a device through the Bluetooth function.

Connected

|

Solid

| Device connected

Reconnection Status

|

Blink Slowly

| When in Reconnection Status, the controller can only be connected to the last paired device on the last mode.
Press and hold the Pairing Button for 2 seconds, it can be forcibly change to Pairing Status.

MODE DESCRIPTION

Made

| Home Indicator| Connection Method| Compatible Platform
---|---|---|---
Android| Yellow| |

Android 8.0 or later versions

DS4

Switch/iOS

G-Touch

| Cyan| |

GameSir App

In working status, press corresponding key combination to switch to the desired mode.
After successfully connecting to iOS in DS4 mode, the default color changes to light orange.

CONNECT TO THE ANDROID DEVICE THROUGH BLUETOOTH

With the controller power off, hold to power on, and the Home Indicator will blink yellow rapidly.
Open the Bluetooth list on your phone, select “GameSir-G8+”, and click it to connect.
A solid yellow Home Indicator signifies a successful connection.

*After successful connection, when powered off, press the Home button briefly to power on and automatically reconnect.

CONNECT TO THE iOS DEVICE THROUGH BLUETOOTH

With the controller power off, hold to power on, and the Home Indicator will blink blue rapidly.
Open the Bluetooth list on your phone, select “DUOLSHOK 4 Wireless Controller”, and click it to connect.
A steady light orange on the Home indicator indicates a successful connection. You can change the color of the Home indicator under this mode in “Settings-General-Game Controllers” on your phone. When holding down the M button, it will be blue.

*After successful connection, when powered off, press the Home button briefly to power on and automatically reconnect.

PLAY MAPPING GAMES ON ANDROID VIA BLUETOOTH CONNECTION IN G-TOUCH MODE

With the controller power off, hold to power on, and the Home Indicator will blink cyan rapidly.
Open the Bluetooth list on your phone, select “GameSir-G8+_G”, and click it to connect.
A solid cyan Home indicator signifies a successful connection.

*After successful connection, when powered off, press the Home button briefly to power on and automatically reconnect.

CONNECT TO SWITCH THROUGH BLUETOOTH

Go to Switch’s Home Menu, select “Controllers” → “Change Grip/Order” to enter the pairing interface.
With the controller power off, hold to power on, and the Home Indicator will blink red rapidly.
A solid red Home Indicator signifies a successful connection.

*After successful connection, when powered off, press the Home button briefly to power on and automatically reconnect.

CONNECT TO A DEVICE THROUGH WIRED CONNECTION

Use the provided Type-C cable to complete the connection and it will automatically recognize the device.
After connecting to the device, the controller will automatically switch to the corresponding mode, then it can be used normally. Press and hold , the controller will change between XBox/Switch/DS4 modes in consequence.

For Switch device: After connecting to the Switch with cable, please open the “Settings-Controllers & Sensors-Pro Controller wired communication”.
Supported in Receiver and Wired mode only.

BACK BUTTON SETTING

The L4/R4 have no button value by default.

(The mappable buttons are: A/B/X/Y/LB/RB/LT/RT/LS/RS/D-pad/-/+)

Set the L4/R4 button value: Hold the M+L4/R4 buttons simultaneously until the Mode/Home Indicator blinks white slowly. Then press the button(a single button or key combo) you want to map, then press the L4/R4 button. When the Mode/Home Indicator return to the corresponding mode light, the L4/R4 button value is set. In the key combo setting, the interval time for each button will be triggered according to the operation time set during programming.
Cancel the L4/R4 button value: Hold the M+L4/R4 buttons simultaneously until the Mode/Home Indicator blinks white slowly, then press the L4/R4 button. When the Mode Indicator return to the corresponding mode light, the L4/R4 button value is canceled.

It can be set to trigger a single key or multiple buttons for L4/R4 (up to a maximum of 16 button values triggered)
After 10 seconds of inactivity when setting, the controller will automatically exit the setting mode and the operation will not be saved.

TURBO FUNCTION SETTING

Programmable button: A/B/X/Y/LB/RB/LT/RT button.
Four-speed adjustment: Slow gear with 8Hz, Medium gear with 12Hz, Fast gear with 20Hz, Off.

Set the Turbo Function: Hold the M button + the desired button. When the Home Indicator flashes, it indicates a successful activation. Repeat the operation to cycle through the gears.
Clear Turbo Function: Double-click the M button to clear all Turbo setting. The Home light flashes green twice to indicate a successful operation.

KEY COMBINATION

Function

| Operation| Description
---|---|---
Interchange key value|

Hold for 2 seconds

| Interchange the face button layout and the key value.
Interchange the A/B, X/Y key value.
The setup will be saved after restart.

Switch Trigger mode

|

Hold for 2 seconds

| Enable/Disable hair trigger.
After enabling the Hair trigger mode, when pressing the LT/RT button, the Home Indicator will stay solid white.
The setup will be saved after restart.

Adjust vibration intensity

| | Enhance/Reduce grip motor vibration intensity.
Total of five levels: Level 0, vibration off; Level 1, 25% vibration; Level 2, 50% vibration; Level 3, 75% vibration(default); Level 4, 100% vibration.
*The setup will still be saved after restart.

Adjust volume

| | Increase/Decrease volume.
*Volume is not adjustable in G-Touch and DS4 mode.

Function reset

|

Hold for 3 seconds

| After the controller vibrates, the controller functions will be restored to factory settings.
*After clearing the function settings, you will need to reconfigure the settings.

CHARGING

Only the right battery charges when the controller is in the stretched state.
Both left and right batteries charge when the controller is folded.

The controller does not automatically power off when folded during charging.
In charging mode, the Mode indicator breathes to indicate the current battery level.

A/B, X/Y BUTTON POSITIONS CAN BE SWAPPED

The A/B/X/Y keycaps use a magnetic design, allowing for the exchange of button layouts according to personal preference.

Remove the top cover. On the left side of A/B/X/Y keycaps, there is a reserved groove. Align your fingertips with the groove and gently pull the A/B/X/Y keycap out from the left groove.
With the removed keycap, position the A/B/X/Y label facing upwards.
Align it with the corresponding platform’s label position and put it in, then the installation is completed.

There are two layouts available: Xbox button layout (Up: Y, Left: X, Down: A, Right: B);
Switch button layout (Up: X, Left: Y, Down: B, Right: A).
The default layout is the Xbox button layout.

Switch layout Xbox layout

STICKS & TRIGGERS CALIBRATION

Connect your phone to the controller. Hold the buttons for 2s until the Home Indicator and Mode Indicator blink white slowly, indicating that the calibration mode is entered.
In calibration mode, follow below steps to complete calibration:
a) Rotate the sticks at their maximum angles 3 times and let them return to the initial position naturally.
b) Press the triggers to their maximum travel 3 times and let them return to their initial position naturally.
Please to complete and exit the calibration mode.

Calibration should be kept at a constant speed and gently operated to avoid errors while collecting data.
If the sticks and triggers can be used normally, please do not calibrate.

GYROSCOPE CALIBRATION

Place the controller horizontally on a flat surface, then hold buttons. The Home Indicator will rapidly flash red and blue until it returns to the mode indication, indicating that the calibration is completed.

CUSTOMIZATION VIA GAMESIR APP

Download GameSir App at gamesir.hk on phone or scan the QR code on the right. Use GameSir App for firmware upgrade, stick & trigger zones adjustment, vibration intensity adjustment, button testing, etc.

PLEASE READ THIS PRECAUTIONS CAREFULLY

CONTAINS SMALL PARTS. Keep out of reach of children under the age of 3, Seek immediate medical attention if swallowed or inhaled.
DO NOT use the product near fire.
DO NOT expose to direct sunlight or high temperatures.
DO NOT leave the product in a humid or dusty environment.
DO NOT impact the product or cause it to fall due to strong impact.
DO NOT touch USB port directly or it might cause malfunctions.
DO NOT strongly bend or pull cable parts.
Use a soft, dry cloth while cleaning.
DO NOT use chemicals such as gasoline or thinner.
DO NOT disassemble, repair or modify.
DO NOT use for purposes other than its original purpose. We are NOT responsible for accidents or damage when used for non-original purposes.
DO NOT look directly at the optical light. It might damage your eyes.
If you have any quality concerns or suggestions, please contact GameSir or your local distributor.

WASTE ELECTRICAL & ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT INFORMATION

CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT (WASTE ELECTRICAL & ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT)

Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems.
This mark on the product or accompanying documents means that it should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take this product to designated collection points where it will be accepted free of charge, Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon purchase of an equivalent new product. Disposing of this product correctly will help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment, which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their local government office, for details of where and how they can take this item for environmentally safe recycling. Business users should contact their supplier for further information. If you do so, you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling, thereby preventing negative potential effects on the environment and human health.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

FCC STATEMENT

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation s 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. Any changes or modifications 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 a 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 thot to which the receiver is connected.
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or TV technician for help.

STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE WITH EU DIRECTIVE

Hereby, Guangzhou Chicken Run Network Technology Co, Ltd. declares thot this GameSir G8+ Controller is in compliance with Directive 2014/30/EU, 2014/53/EU & 201/65/EU and its amendment (EU) 2016/863.

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IC Caution.
CAN RSS-Gen/CNR-Gen.
– English: This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSSs standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

RF warning for Portable device:
The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement. The device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction.
According to § 15.247(e) (i) and § 1.1307(b)(1), systems operating under the provisions of this section shall be operated in a manner that ensures that the public is not exposed to radio frequency energy level in excess of the Commission’s guidelines.
According to KDB 447498 (2)(a)(i)