nacon MG-X Controller for iPhone User Guide

nacon MG-X Controller for iPhone

Product Features

• Nacon MG-X Controller for iPhone®
• Asymmetrical joysticks
• Built-in battery, rechargeable via USB-C
• 20 hours of battery life
• Compatible with iOS14 and above
• Bluetooth® connection to your iPhone® (Bluetooth® 5.0)
• Universal compatibility up to 6.7” Maximum opening size 163 mm

Packaging contents

• Nacon MG-X Controller for iPhone®
• 80 cm USB-C cable
• Quick IB
• Quick Start Guide
• Warranty
• Use precautions
• Compliance information

Control elements

Turning the controller on/off
To turn on the controller, simply press the Home button, and the controller will connect to thelast iPhone® it was synced with. To turn off the controller, simply hold down the Home button for 6 seconds. Please note: the controller turns off after 15 minutes of inactivity to save battery power.

First start-up of the controller
Turn on the controller, and it will go straight into pairing mode. All 4 LEDs should flash at thesame time. Go to the Bluetooth® menu on your iPhone® and start a Bluetooth® device search. On your iPhone®, you should see the controller appear under the name ‘MG-X MFI’, select it andwait until the controller is in the list of paired devices.

Syncing your iPhone® with the Nacon MG-X controller
Go to the Bluetooth® menu on your iPhone® and start a Bluetooth® device search. Press the Home button on your controller, the status LEDs should light up one by one. Press and hold the Bluetooth® button on the lower right-hand side for 2 seconds to initiate
pairing. All 4 LEDs should flash at the same time. On your iPhone®, you should see the controller appear under the name ‘MG-X MFI’, select it and wait until the controller is in the list of paired devices. The controller can store up to 5 devices. It will always try to connect to the most recent device first.
If you want to reset the list of devices stored in the controller:

• Turn on the controller by holding down the Home button. Once it’s turned on, release the Home button.
• Press and hold the Home and Bluetooth® buttons for 5 seconds. The controller will return to pairing mode and should appear in the list of devices available for pairing.

Battery level indicator

You can see the battery’s charge level at any time while using the product. To do this, quickly double click on the Home button. The LEDs will toggle to indicate the battery’s charge level according to the code below:

• Battery full (100%): all 4 LEDs are lit
• Battery almost full (≥75%): 3 LEDs are lit
• Medium battery (≥50%): 2 LEDs are lit
• Low battery (≥25%): 1 LED is lit
• Very low battery ( <25%): no LEDs light up
• Critically low battery ( <10%): LED 1 will flash

Charging the controller
In this case, take the USB-C cable provided and plug it into the socket on the bottom of the left handle. Then plug the other end into one of the free USB ports on your PC or charger. The LEDs will light up one by one to indicate charging. Once all four LEDs are lit, your controller is

Quickly changing the iPhone® connected to your controller (TBC game)
You can switch from one iPhone® to the previously connected iPhone® at any time while using the product by quickly double-clicking the Bluetooth® button.

Product reset
If at any time during the use of the product you encounter difficulties with its operation, you can shut down the controller. To do this, take a paper clip or the tool for removing your SIM card from your phone, insert it into the hole on the back of your controller until you press the button there. After pressing the button, your controller will turn off and you will be able to turn it on again in the normal way via the Home button.

Compatibility

The Nacon MG-X controller allows you to play on Microsoft’s cloud gaming service. An Xbox GamePass subscription is required to access the gaming service. The Nacon MG-X controller is compatible with games in the App Store that support controllers. To find out if the game you wish to play supports the Nacon MG-X controller, please refer to the game’s page in the Apple App Store and look for the controller logo in the line where the game’s rating is located (you will need to scroll from right to left to see it).

Reconfiguring my controller buttons
The buttons on the Nacon MG-X controller can be reconfigured. To do this you need to go to your phone’s options. Example on iOS 15: go to: Settings/General/Controller/Custom controls and select the button(s) you wish to change. You can restore the default values at any time by clicking on the ‘Restore default values’ button.
Please note: This option is only supported by the Apple® phone system, and Nacon® is not responsible for the availability or removal of this option.

Additional functions of the Options button
In your iPhone® menus, you can assign functions to the Options button on the Nacon MG-X controller and provide quick access to the items listed below via a double tap or long press:

• No
• Take a screenshot
• Start/stop recording
• Capture a highlight

Example on iOS 15: go to: Settings/ General/ Controller/ Custom Controls and scroll down the page to find the ‘SHARING GESTURES’ section, then set up the desired quick action.

Please note: This option is only supported by the Apple® phone system, and Nacon® is not responsible for the availability or removal of this option.

Mobile application

The Nacon MG-X controller can be connected to the mobile application that can be downloaded from the phone’s App Store. To do this, look for the mobile application: ‘Nacon MG-X Series’. It will allow you to update your controller and much more!

Positioning your iPhone®
When using your iPhone® with the Nacon MG-X controller, please place your phone in the dedicated slot to secure your device. Please note: If your phone has a case, it may keep your phone from correctly fitting into the dedicated slot. In this case, to keep your phone from falling out, it is best that you remove your phone case. Warning: Please be careful not to pinch your fingers in the sliding system when removing your iPhone® from the Nacon MG-X.

Recycling
Your product contains a battery that falls under the EU directive 2006/66/EC and, therefore, cannot be disposed of with household waste. Please make sure you are aware of your local rules for separate collection of batteries, as proper disposal helps to avoid harmful effects on human health and the environment. The crossed-out wheelie bin symbol means that electrical and electronic waste and batteries may not be disposed of with normal household waste but must be collected separately.

Important precautions

1. This product is designed for indoor use only. Do not expose it to direct sunlight or bad weather.
2. Do not expose the product to splashes, rain, drips or moisture. Do not immerse it in liquid.
3. Do not expose it to dust, high levels of humidity, extreme temperatures, or mechanical shocks.
4. Do not use and do not open if the equipment is damaged. Do not attempt to repair it.
5. When cleaning the outside, only use a soft, clean, damp cloth. Detergents can damage the finish and get inside the product.
6. Never carry the product by holding it by the cable.
7. This product is not intended for use by people (including children) suffering from physical, sensory or mental disability, or by users without the necessary and relevant experience or knowledge (unless they have been given advice and instructions beforehand on how to use the device from a person responsible for the user). Do not leave the product unattended, and do not leave this product within the reach of children. Not suitable for children under the age of 7 (the cable can get wrapped around their neck).
8. The maximum operating temperature must not exceed 35°C

Precautions for using the battery

WARNING

• If your product has a non-replaceable built-in battery, do not attempt to open the product or remove the battery as this may cause damage to the product and/or injury to yourself.
• If your product has a replaceable built-in battery, use only the type of battery supplied by Nacon/RIG. Used batteries should be removed promptly and taken to appropriate waste collection centres. RECYCLING: The product’s battery must be recycled or destroyed of in the appropriate manner. Contact your local recycling center for instructions on battery removal and disposal.
• The battery has a limited lifetime. The time required to charge the battery increases gradually with use and over time. The life of the battery also depends on how it is stored, how much it is used, the environment, and other factors.
• Charging may not be as effective if done in other environments.
• Battery life may vary depending on usage conditions and environmental factors.

If not used for a long time: When the controller is not used for a long period of time, it is recommended that you fully charge it at least once a year to keep it operational.

WARNING: Risk of fire, explosion and burns.

• Do not leave your battery charged for an extended period of time without using the product
  Do not allow metal objects, such as keys or coins, to come into contact with a battery or its holder.

• Do not attempt to open or damage the battery. It may contain corrosive products which are dangerous if they come into contact with the eyes or skin and are toxic if ingested.

• Never put a battery in your mouth. If ingested, contact a doctor or a poison control center.

• If the product contained in the battery comes into contact with your clothes, skin or eyes, please wash thoroughly with clear water and contact your doctor immediately.

• Keep new and used batteries out of the reach of children.

• Never throw a battery into a fire or oven because crushing or cutting a battery can cause an explosion;

• The battery must not be subjected to extremely high or low temperatures, or low air pressure at high altitudes during use, storage or transport, as this may result in an explosion or the escape a flammable liquid or gas.

Ergonomics
Keeping your hand in the same position for a prolonged period of time can result in pain. If this happens repeatedly, please consult your doctor. As a precaution, take a 15-minute.

Technical specifications

• Dimensions: 185 x 94 x 35 mm
• Detachable cable length: 80 cm
• Consumption: 5 V 500 mA
• DC power supply
• Battery life: 20 hours
• Charging time: <2 hours
• Type of battery: Lithium-ion
• Voltage: 3.7 V
• Power: 2.22 Wh
• Battery capacity 600 mAh
• The controller’s maximum operating temperature is 35°C
• EIRP: Information on the emission power of:
  • Frequency range: (2.402 ~ 2.480) GHz
  • Maximum radiofrequency emission power: controller <13 dBm

Nacon hereby declares that the Nacon MG-X radio equipment complies with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.nacongaming.com

Technical support information

For any information you can contact a hotline. Before calling, make sure you have gathered as much information as possible about the problem and the product.
Email: support.fr@nacongaming.com
Website: www.nacongaming.com
Address: NACON, 396 – 466 Rue de la Voyette, CRT2 59273 Fretin, France
Monday to Friday (except public holidays): 10 am to 6 pm
In Belgium:
Email: support.fr@nacongaming.com
Website: www.nacongaming.com
Address: Bigben Interactive Belgium s.a./n.v. Waterloo Office Park / Bâtiment H Drève Richelle 161 bte 15, 1410 Waterloo, Belgium

Warranty

To access the declaration of conformity, please go to: https://my.nacongaming.com/fr/my-nacon/support/

References

• Manettes, Jeux vidéo, RIG, Equipements gaming - Nacon

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