8BitDo Arcade Controller

Arcade Controller

OVER VIEW

FEATURES

1. Mode switch
2. Tournament lock switch
3. Star button
4. Pair button
5. Mapping LED
6. Status LED
7. Home button
8. L3 button
9. R3 button
10. SELECT
11. START
12. 2.4G adapter / Adapter compartment
13. Power LED

Windows

System requirements: Windows 10 (1903) or above.

Wireless Connection 

1. Turn the Mode switch to the X position.
2. Connect the adapter to the USB port of your Windows device.
3. After the connection is complete, the Status LEDs on both the Arcade Controller and the adapter will remain solid.

Wired Connection 

1. Turn the Mode switch to the X position.
2. Connect the Arcade Controller to your Windows device via the USB cable, and wait until the Arcade Controller is successfully recognized by the Windows device.

Switch

System requirement: 3.0.0 or above.

Bluetooth Connection 

1. Turn the Mode switch to the S position.
2. Press and hold the Pair button for 3 seconds to enter the pairing mode; the Status LED will blink rapidly. (This is required for the very first time only)
3. Go to your Switch Home Page to click on “Controllers”, then click on “Change Grip/Order”, the Status LED will remain solid to indicate a successful connection.

Wired Connection
Please ensure the “Pro Controller Wired Communication” is enabled in the system settings.

1. Turn the Mode switch to the S position.
2. Connect the Arcade Controller to your Switch console via the USB cable, and wait till the Arcade Controller is successfully recognized by the device.

Tournament Lock Switch

Turn the Tournament lock switch to Lock position, Pair button, Star button, Home button, L3 button, R3 button, SELECT button, and START button will be disabled, to prevent unintentional inputs from impacting game.

P1/P2/P3/P4 Buttons Configuration

• A single button on the Arcade Controller can be mapped to the P1/P2/P3/P4 buttons; multiple button configurations are not supported.
• SELECT but the ton, START, the an button button supported for the button configuration.

Battery

• Built-in 1000mAh battery pack, 20 hours of usage time via Bluetooth connection and wireless 2.4G connection, rechargeable with 3 hours of charging time.
• The Arcade Controller will automatically shut down if it fails to connect within 1 minute of startup, or if there are no operations within 15 minutes after establishing a connection.
• The Arcade Controller will not shut down during a wired connection.

Re-pair the Adapter

If the Arcade Controller is disconnected from the adapter or the adapter is replaced, you can re-pair it by following these steps:

1. Turn the Mode switch to the X position.
2. Turn the Tournament lock switch to the Unlock position.
3. Press and hold the Pair button for 3 seconds to enter the pairing mode; the Status LED will blink rapidly.
4. Connect the adapter to the USB port of your Windows device, and wait for the Arcade Controller to automatically pair and connect with the adapter.
5. After the connection is complete, the Status LEDs on both the Arcade Controller and the adapter will remain solid.

Safety Warnings

• Please always use batteries, chargers, and accessories provided by the manufacturer.
• The manufacturer is not liable for any safety issues arising from the use of non-manufacturer-approved accessories.
• Do not attempt to disassemble, modify, or repair the device yourself. Unauthorized actions may result in serious injury.
• Avoid crushing, disassembling, puncturing, or attempting to modify the device or its battery, as these actions can be dangerous. Any unauthorized changes or modifications to the device will void the manufacturer’s warranty.
• This product contains small parts that may cause choking. Not suitable for children under three years old.
• This product features flashing lights. Individuals with epilepsy or photosensitivity should disable the lighting effects before use. Cables may cause tripping or entanglement hazards. Keep them away from walkways, children, and pets.
• Stop using this product immediately and seek medical attention if you experience dizziness, visual disturbances, or muscle spasms.

Ultimate Software

Please visit app.Bbitdo.com to download the Ultimate Software V2 to get the customized button mapping function & additional support.

Support

Please visit support.Bbitdo.com for further information & additional support.

Documents / Resources

8BitDo Arcade Controller [pdf] Instruction Manual Arcade Controller, Controller

References

• User Manual