8BitDo Ultimate 3E Controller for Xbox User Manual

8BitDo Ultimate 3E Controller for Xbox

Overview

Ultimate 3E Wireless XBOX is a controller that supports wired USB, 2.4G wireless, and Bluetooth connections. It includes adjustable audio for a 3.5mm headset (wired only), customizable light effects, battery charging via a dock, and joystick/trigger calibration.

Specifications

Quick Setup & Use

1. Turn on/off: Press the XBOX button to turn on. Press and hold the XBOX button for 6 seconds to turn off. Press and hold for 12 seconds to force power off.
2. Wired connection: Connect controller to your XBOX console or Windows device via USB. Press the XBOX button; wait until the Status LED stays solid.
3. 2.4G wireless connection: Connect the dock to your XBOX console or Windows PC via USB cable. Set the controller Mode switch to 2.4G, then press the XBOX button and wait for recognition (Status LED stays solid).
4. Bluetooth connection (pairing): Set the Mode switch to BT. Press the XBOX button. Press and hold the Pair button for 3 seconds to enter pairing mode (Status LED blinks rapidly). Pair on your Apple/Android device; Status LED will remain solid when connected.
5. Enable/disable Tournament Mode (Windows only): In wired or wireless mode, press and hold View + Menu for about 3 seconds to toggle 1000Hz Tournament Mode. (Trigger vibration is disabled on Windows.)
6. Audio volume: Use the specified button combination for headset volume and audio balance. Note: 3.5mm headphones are not supported during Bluetooth connection.

Troubleshooting

• Controller powers off unexpectedly: If the controller fails to connect within 1 minute after startup, or if there are no operations within 15 minutes after establishing a connection, it will auto shut down (auto power-off rules apply).
• 2.4G connection lost / need to re-pair: Connect the dock to your XBOX console or Windows PC via USB, set Mode switch to 2.4G, turn the controller on, then press and hold the Pair button for 3 seconds. When pairing succeeds, both the controller and adapter Status LEDs become solid.
• Bluetooth not pairing: Ensure the controller Mode switch is set to BT, then enter pairing mode by holding the Pair button for 3 seconds (Status LED should blink rapidly). Pair from your Apple/Android device Bluetooth settings.
• Need joystick/trigger calibration: With the controller powered on, press and hold LB + RB + View + Menu for 8 seconds to enter calibration mode (Status LED blinks). Push joysticks to the edge and rotate slowly 23 times; slowly press triggers to the bottom 23 times; then press LB + RB + View + Menu again to complete.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

• Press the XBOX button to turn on the controller.
• Press and hold the XBOX button for 6 seconds to turn off the controller.
• Press and hold the XBOX button for 12 seconds to force the controller off.
• When connected via wired or wireless mode, press and hold the View + Menu buttons for about 3 seconds to enable/disable the 1000Hz Tournament Mode. (Windows only; trigger vibration will be disabled.)

XBOX Series, XBOX One, and Windows 10/11

• System Requirement: ensure your XBOX console is updated to the latest system version.
• System Requirement: Windows 10(1903) or above.

Wireless Connection

1. Connect the dock to your XBOX console or Windows PC via a USB cable. (No need to remove the 2.4G adapter.)
2. Turn the controller Mode switch to 2.4G position.
3. Press the XBOX button to turn on the controller and wait till the controller is recognized by the device, the Status LED will stay solid when the connection is successful.

Wired Connection

1. Connect the controller to your XBOX console or Windows device via a USB cable.
2. Press the XBOX button to turn on the controller and wait till the controller is recognized by the console, the Status LED will stay solid when the connection is successful.

Apple® / Android

• System requirement: Android 13.0 or above.
• For the latest compatibility information regarding Apple device system versions, please refer to: https://www.8bitdo.com/apple/
• Apple®, iPadOS®, macOS®, tvOS®, and visionOS® are the trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Bluetooth Connection

1. Turn the controller Mode switch to BT position.
2. Press the XBOX button to turn on the controller.
3. 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)
4. Go to your Apple or Android device’s Bluetooth Setting and pair with Ultimate 3 Controller, the Status LED will remain solid to indicate a successful connection.

Volume Adjustment

• Use the button combination to adjust the headset volume and audio balance. A tone will indicate when the maximum or minimum level is reached, and a vibration will notify you when set to the midpoint (default).
• 3.5mm headphones are not supported while using Bluetooth connection.

Fast Button Swap

• The Profile LED will blink continuously when the swapped function button is changed.
• D-pad, View button, Menu button, Share button, XBOX button, LT, and RT buttons are not supported for the button swap.

L4/R4/PL/PR Buttons Configuration

• Single button on the controller can be mapped to the L4/R4/PL/PR buttons.
• Share button and XBOX button are not supported for the button configuration.

Light Effects

• Press the Star button to cycle through the light effects: Light-tracing Mode > Fire Ring Mode > Rainbow Ring Mode > Off.

Brightness Control

• Applicable only in Light-tracing mode and Rainbow Ring mode.

Battery

• Controller Status
  • Low battery
  • Battery charging
  • Fully charged
• Charging Dock Status
  • Battery charging
  • Fully charged
• Power LED
  • Red LED blinks
  • Green LED blinks
  • Green LED stays solid
• Power
  • LED amber stays solid
  • White LED stays solid
• Built-in 1400mAh battery pack, 18 hours of usage time via wireless 2.4G connection and 18 hours via Bluetooth connection, rechargeable with 4-5 hours charging time.
• The 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 controller will not shut down during wired connection.
• The controller will not automatically power off when connected to 3.5mm headphones for audio playback.
• Charging time and battery life depend on variations in settings or environmental factors, and actual results may vary

Calibrate Joysticks and Triggers

Please follow the steps below:

1. With the controller in the powered-on state, press and hold the LB+RB+View+Menu buttons for 8 seconds to enter the calibration mode, the Status LED will start to blink.
2. Push the joysticks to the edge and rotate them slowly 2–3 times.
3. Slowly press the triggers to the bottom 2–3 times.
4. Press the same LB+RB+View+Menu button combination again to complete the calibration.

Re-pair the Controller and Adapter

If the connection is lost or the adapter needs to be re-paired, you can follow the steps below to re-pair the controller with the adapter:

1. Connect the dock to your XBOX console or Windows PC via a USB cable. (No need to remove the 2.4G adapter.)
2. Turn the controller Mode switch to 2.4G position.
3. Press the XBOX button to turn on the controller.
4. Press and hold the Pair button for 3 seconds to enter the pairing mode, the Status LED will blink rapidly.
5. Both the Status LEDs on the controller and adapter will become solid when the connection is successful.

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 the Microsoft Store to download and use Ultimate Software X for XBOX/Windows platforms.

Support

Please visit support.8bitdo.com for further information and additional support.