8BitDo Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller
Controller Diagram
The controller is shown from top and side views with labeled components: L1, L2, Left Stick, D-pad, L Button, R Button, R1, R2, Right Stick, ABXY Buttons, Home Button, Start Button, Select Button, USB-C Port, Mode Switch, Pairing Button.
Connectivity
Android
Bluetooth Connection:
- Press the [home button] to turn on the controller.
- Hold the [pairing button] for 3 seconds until the [LED indicator] flashes [flashing blue LED].
- On your Android device, go to Bluetooth settings and connect to '8BitDo Ultimate Controller'.
LED Indicator: [solid blue LED] when connected.
iOS
Bluetooth Connection:
- Press the [home button] to turn on the controller.
- Hold the [pairing button] for 3 seconds until the [LED indicator] flashes [flashing blue LED].
- On your iOS device, go to Bluetooth settings and connect to '8BitDo Ultimate Controller'.
LED Indicator: [solid blue LED] when connected.
Functions
Mode System Configuration
- Switch to Switch Mode: Press and hold [home button] + [A button] for 3 seconds. [LED indicator]: [flashing green LED].
- Switch to Android Mode: Press and hold [home button] + [B button] for 3 seconds. [LED indicator]: [flashing blue LED].
- Switch to D-input Mode: Press and hold [home button] + [X button] for 3 seconds. [LED indicator]: [flashing red LED].
- Switch to Keyboard Mode: Press and hold [home button] + [Y button] for 3 seconds. [LED indicator]: [flashing yellow LED].
Turbo Function
- Set Turbo: Press and hold the desired button, then press and hold the [turbo button]. [LED indicator]: [flashing white LED].
- Disable Turbo: Press and hold the button with turbo function, then press and hold the [turbo button] again. [LED indicator]: [flashing white LED].
- Clear All Turbo: Hold the [turbo button] for 3 seconds. [LED indicator]: [flashing white LED].
Battery
Charging
Connect the USB-C cable to the controller's [USB-C port] and a USB charger. [LED indicator]: [solid red LED] while charging, [LED off] when fully charged.
Battery Status
Press and hold the [home button] for 2 seconds to check battery level.
LED Indicator: [flashing red LED] (Low Battery), [solid red LED] (Charging), [LED off] (Fully Charged/Not Charging).
Software
Download the 8BitDo Ultimate Software from the official 8BitDo website to update firmware and customize button mapping.
Support
For further assistance, visit the official 8BitDo website.