8BitDo SN30 2.4G and SF30 2.4G Instruction Manual

Pairing Mode

To enter pairing mode, press and hold the SELECT button for 3 seconds.

Device Connection

Xinput Connection

Controllers will automatically reconnect to your devices once they have been paired.

Wireless Connection (NES/SFC/SNES Classic)

Plug the retro receiver into your NES/SFC/SNES Classic console's controller port.
Press START on the controller; the controller will attempt to pair with the receiver.
A solid blue LED indicates a successful connection.

If the connection is lost or you need to re-pair, press and hold the SELECT button for 3 seconds to enter pairing mode. The blue LED will flash rapidly. A solid blue LED indicates successful pairing.

USB Connection (Windows/macOS/Android)

Connect the controller to your Windows, macOS, or Android device via the USB cable.
A solid blue LED indicates a successful connection.

Press and hold START for 3 seconds to switch controller modes:

Xinput Mode: Press and hold [START + X] for 3 seconds. The blue LED will flash twice upon success.
Dinput Mode: Press and hold [START + B] for 3 seconds. The blue LED will flash twice upon success.
macOS Mode: Press and hold [START + A] for 3 seconds. The blue LED will flash twice upon success.

Xinput is the default mode.

Battery

Status

Low battery mode: Red LED is lit.
Battery charging: Green LED is lit.
Battery fully charged: Green LED is off.

The controller features a built-in 180 mAh Li-on battery providing approximately 25 hours of playtime. Charging takes approximately 30-60 minutes via USB cable.

Power Saving

Sleep mode (no wireless connection): Activates after 1 minute of inactivity.
Sleep mode (with wireless connection): Activates after 15 minutes of inactivity.

Support

For further information and additional support, please visit:

Global Support: http://support.8bitdo.com
China Support: http://support.8bitdo.cn

Controller Diagram

The controller features a D-pad, SELECT (PAIR) button, START button, and face buttons labeled X, A, B, and Y.

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