Product Overview
The Power-Bay is a quick-charging dock designed for the Nintendo Switch. It supports Nintendo Switch accessories, allows connection with two Bluetooth headsets, provides wired internet connectivity (on specific models), and supports two wired Game Cube controllers.
The Power-Bay is a plug-and-play device. Dock your Nintendo Switch console to enjoy HD gaming on HD TV via HDMI.
Note: Some models, such as the Power Bay Crimson and Power Bay Ethernet, may not support Bluetooth or wired internet functions.
Device Diagram and Ports
The Power-Bay device features the following ports and controls:
- Cooling Plinth
- Turbo Function Button
- Game Cube Controller Slot
- USB Type C (Power Input)
- HDMI output
- Ethernet Port (for Power Bay Ethernet Only)
- Charging Socket
- LED Indicator
- USB Type A (Accessory Insert)
- Bluetooth/HDMI Switch Button (for Power Bay Only)
LED Light Status
| LED Light | Status |
|---|---|
| No signal | Power-Bay is off |
| Blue | Power-Bay is on. Audio output via HDMI |
| Purple | Power-Bay is on. Audio output via Bluetooth |
| Purple flashes | Bluetooth pairing |
Connecting Your Nintendo Switch
Nintendo Switch Charging
To charge your Nintendo Switch, ensure the Power-Bay is plugged in and dock the Nintendo Switch console into the charging dock's connector.
Diagram Description: Shows the Nintendo Switch console being docked into the Power-Bay for charging.
Output via HDMI Connector in TV Mode
Connect the Power-Bay to your HD TV using an HDMI cable. Once connected successfully, the video output will automatically switch to HDMI.
Diagram Description: Illustrates the Nintendo Switch docked to the Power-Bay, with an HDMI cable running from the Power-Bay's HDMI output to the TV.
Device Charging and Video Output (Smartphones)
The Power-Bay supports device charging and video output for smartphones equipped with DisplayPort Alt Mode (DP Alt Mode). Dock your smartphone into the Power-Bay's connector for charging and HDMI video output to your HD TV.
Diagram Description: Shows a smartphone docked to the Power-Bay, with an HDMI cable running from the Power-Bay's HDMI output to the TV.
Connecting Nintendo Switch Accessories
The Power-Bay includes two USB ports compatible with Nintendo Switch accessories such as controllers, racing wheels, and other peripherals.
Diagram Description: Shows the rear or side view of the Power-Bay highlighting the two USB ports.
Connecting to Wired Internet
To connect to a wired network, ensure the Power-Bay Ethernet model is connected to an Ethernet cable and then dock your Nintendo Switch console into the charging dock.
Diagram Description: Shows an Ethernet cable plugged into the Ethernet port on the back of the Power-Bay.
Bluetooth Connectivity
Connecting to Headsets by Bluetooth
- Ensure the Power-Bay is powered on with a solid blue LED light.
- Press and hold the Bluetooth/HDMI switch button for 3 seconds to enter Bluetooth pairing mode. The LED will flash purple.
- Pair your Bluetooth headset. After the first headset is successfully paired, the Power-Bay will automatically attempt to pair with a second headset.
- If a second headset is not being paired, the purple flashing LED will stop after 30 seconds.
Diagram Description: Shows the Power-Bay with a blue LED, then pressing the Bluetooth/HDMI button, and finally showing headphones connecting.
Pairing with a Second Headset
While still in Bluetooth pairing mode, press the Bluetooth/HDMI switch button again. If the first headset is already connected, this will initiate pairing for the second headset.
Headset Pairing Issues
If headset pairing fails, please ensure your headset meets Bluetooth SIG standards. Non-compliant headsets may affect pairing results with the Power-Bay.
Switching Audio Output to HDMI
Press and hold the Bluetooth/HDMI switch button for 3 seconds to switch from Bluetooth pairing mode back to HDMI audio output mode.
Game Cube Controller Support
Using Game Cube Controllers
Connect your Game Cube controllers to the dedicated Game Cube controller ports on the Power-Bay.
Diagram Description: Shows a Game Cube controller being plugged into the Power-Bay.
Switching Game Cube Controller Input Modes
The default controller input setting for the Power-Bay is 'GameCube Input Mode'. To switch to 'Switch Pro Input Mode', ensure no buttons are pressed on the Game Cube controller, then press and hold the 'Turbo Function Button' on the Power-Bay for 5 seconds. Press and hold the 'Turbo Function Button' again for 5 seconds to return to 'GameCube Input Mode'.
Diagram Description: Illustrates the mode switching process with a 5-second press of the Turbo button.
Setting and Canceling Turbo Function
Game Cube controllers have 10 buttons that can be set for turbo functionality: X, Y, A, B, L, ZL, Left Thumb Stick, R, ZR, Right Thumb Stick. To set turbo for a button (e.g., A), press and hold the desired button on the controller, then press the Turbo setting button on the Power-Bay.
Diagram Description: Shows pressing a button on the controller and then pressing the Turbo button on the Power-Bay.
Button Configuration Table
| Game Cube Controller | Switch Controller | GameCube Mode (Smash Bros.) |
|---|---|---|
| DPad-UP | DPad-UP | DPad-UP |
| Dpad-Down | Dpad-Down | Dpad-Down |
| DPad-Left | DPad-Left | DPad-Left |
| Dpad-Right | Dpad-Right | Dpad-Right |
| B | B | B |
| A | A | A |
| Y | Y | Y |
| X | X | X |
| No Function | + | No Function |
| No Function | - | No Function |
| Lx | Lx | Lx |
| Ly | Ly | Ly |
| Rx | Rx | Rx |
| Ry | Ry | Ry |
| L | L | L |
| R | R | R |
| Z+L | ZL | No Function |
| Z+R | ZR | ZR |
| L Key down | LTSB | No Function |
| R Key down | RTSB | No Function |
| Start/Pause | Home | + |
| Z+Start/Pause | Capture | No Function |
Additional Information
Firmware Update
To update the firmware via PC, press and hold the Turbo setting button, then connect the device to a PC using a USB cable to enter firmware update mode.
Firmware update download: https://www.brookaccessory.com/download/Switch/
More Product Information
For more details about the product, visit: https://www.brookaccessory.com/detail/46552968/
Bluetooth Codec Support
The Power-Bay supports the following Bluetooth codecs: aptX / aptX Low Latency / MP3 / AAC / SBC.
Bluetooth Profile Support
The Power-Bay supports the following Bluetooth profiles: HFP 1.6 / A2DP 1.3.1 / AVRCP 1.6 / HOGP 1.0 / FMP 1.0 / PXP 1.0 / BAS 1.0 / TPS 1.1.
Notices and Specifications
Product Identification
Model Number (M/N): ZPP0059
Part Number (P/N): Power Bay
FCC Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is 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.
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 that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Ambient Operating Temperature
0°C to +50°C
