Flydigi Vader 4 Pro Gaming Controller User Manual

Introduction

This document provides a comprehensive user manual for the Flydigi Vader 4 Pro Gaming Controller. It covers setup, connection methods for various platforms, advanced features, specifications, and troubleshooting.

Table of Contents Overview

• Flydigi Vader 4 Pro Gaming Controller
• Connecting to Android/iOS devices
• Flydigi Space Station unlocks more customization options
• Flydigi Space Station
• Basic Operations
• Connecting to a computer
• Wired Connection
• Bluetooth Connection
• Appearance
• Button and Key Mapping in Switch Mode
• Q&A

Connecting to Android/iOS Devices

Follow these steps to connect your controller to Android or iOS devices via Bluetooth:

1. Set the switch on the back of the controller to the Bluetooth position. (Visual: Controller with switch shown in the Bluetooth position).
2. Press the [Home Button] to wake up the controller.
3. Enable Bluetooth on your Android/iOS device and search for available devices. Connect to "Xbox Wireless Controller". The controller's indicator light will stay white upon successful connection.
4. For subsequent uses, simply press the [Home Button], and the controller will automatically connect.

Force-Adjustable Joystick Instructions

The controller features a force-adjustable joystick that allows for customized damping:

Mechanism: Rotate the force adjustment knob to continuously adjust the joystick damping.

• Clockwise Rotation: Increases damping, providing more stability for precise control.
• Counterclockwise Rotation: Decreases damping, allowing for more flexibility and reducing hand fatigue.

(Visual: Close-up of the joystick adjustment knob labeled A and C, with markings indicating damping levels).

Flydigi Space Station Software

Unlock more customization options by downloading the "Flydigi Space Station" software from the official Flydigi website (www.flydigi.com) onto your computer. This software allows you to customize:

• Key Mapping: Map keys to gamepad, keyboard, and mouse buttons.
• Macro Definition: Record joystick and button inputs to simplify complex operations.
• Motion Sensing Mapping: Map motion sensing to joystick or mouse movements for more accurate aiming in games.
• Joystick Adjustment: Customize deadzone and sensitivity curves for optimal control.

Basic Operations

• Power On: Press the [Home Button].
• Power Off: Switch the back switch to the appropriate position. The controller will also automatically power off after 15 minutes of inactivity.

Indicator Light Status:

• Low Battery: The second indicator light flashes red.
• Charging: The second indicator light stays solid red.
• Fully Charged: The second indicator light stays solid green.

Specifications

Note: Most games on PC support XInput mode, but some older games may only support DInput mode.

• Wireless RF: Bluetooth 5.0
• Operating Distance: Less than 10 meters
• Battery Information: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 800mAh. Charging time is 2 hours. Charging voltage is 5V, and charging current is 800mA.
• Operating Current: Less than 45mA during use and less than 10pA in standby mode.
• Temperature Range: -10°C to 50°C for use and storage.

Connecting to a Computer

Wireless Dongle Connection:

1. Plug the dongle into a USB port on your computer. (Visual: Dongle being plugged into a computer USB port).
2. Set the switch on the back of the controller to the PC/Dongle position. (Visual: Controller with switch shown in the PC/Dongle position).
3. Press the [Home Button] on the controller, and it will automatically connect. The indicator light will stay white. (Visual: Computer and controller connected wirelessly).
4. For subsequent uses, simply press the [Home Button], and the controller will automatically connect.

Wired Connection:

Set the switch on the back to the PC/Dongle position. Connect the controller to the computer using a USB cable. The indicator light will stay white, indicating a successful connection.

Bluetooth Connection:

Set the switch on the back to the Bluetooth position. Press the [Home Button] to wake up the controller. On your computer's Bluetooth settings, connect to "Xbox Wireless Controller". Once connected successfully, the indicator light will stay white.

Connecting to a Switch

Follow these steps to connect your controller to a Nintendo Switch:

1. On the Switch home screen, select the controller icon to enter the "Change Grip/Order" menu.
2. Set the switch on the back of the controller to the NS position. (Visual: Controller with switch shown in the NS position).
3. Press the [Home Button] once, and the controller will automatically connect. The indicator light will stay blue. (Visual: Controller connected wirelessly to a Switch).
4. For subsequent uses, simply press the [Home Button], and the controller will automatically connect.

Button and Key Mapping in Switch Mode

The following table details the button mappings when the controller is used in Switch mode:

Q&A

Q: The controller cannot connect.

A:

• Please ensure the rear gear switch is set to the correct position and hold the [Home Button] for three seconds until the indicator light flashes quickly to enter pairing mode.
• For dongle pairing: Unplug and reinsert the dongle into the USB port.
• For BT pairing: Unpair the device in the Bluetooth settings, turn off and on Bluetooth, then reconnect.

Q: How to update the controller firmware?

A: Install Flydigi Space Station on your computer or Flydigi Game Center on your phone and follow the software instructions to update the firmware.

Q: Joystick/trigger/motion sensing is malfunctioning.

A: Install Flydigi Space Station on your computer, navigate to the testing page, and calibrate the controller as guided.