PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller for Nintendo Switch
User Manual
What's Included
- Enhanced Wired Controller for Nintendo Switch™
- Detachable 10ft (3m) USB Cable
- User Manual
Setup
- Ensure your Nintendo Switch system is powered on and connected to your TV.
- Insert the USB cable into a USB port on the Nintendo Switch dock. Connect the other end of the cable to the wired controller. Your wired controller is now ready for use.
Basic Usage
Multiple wired controllers can be connected to the Nintendo Switch console at a time. On-screen notifications will indicate which USB channel each controller is connected to.
Assigning Advanced Gaming Buttons
- Press and hold the Program button on the back of the controller for 2-3 seconds. The program LED indicator will flash, signaling the controller is in assign mode.
- Press one of the following buttons to re-assign: A/B/X/Y/L/R/ZL/ZR/Left Stick Press/Right Stick Press/+Control Button. Then press the Advanced Gaming Button (AGR or AGL) that you wish to assign. The Program LED indicator will stop flashing, signaling the Advanced Gaming Button has been set.
- Repeat for the remaining Advanced Gaming Button.
Note: Advanced Gaming Button assignments will remain in memory even after disconnection.
Resetting Advanced Gaming Buttons
- Hold the program button down for 2-3 seconds. The LED Connection Indicator will slowly flash, signaling the controller is in program mode.
- Press and hold the Assign Program Button for 5 seconds to reset to no function.
Troubleshooting
Q1. Why isn’t my controller connecting to my Nintendo Switch console?
- A1: Confirm that the USB Cable is securely connected to the Wired Controller and the Nintendo Switch dock.
- A2: Confirm that the Nintendo Switch is powered on and connected to an external display before connecting your wired controller.
- A3: Confirm that your Nintendo Switch has the latest System Update installed.
Q2. Why don’t I feel any vibration when using this controller?
- A1: This product does not support vibration functionality.
Motion Warning
Playing video games can make your muscles, joints, skin or eyes hurt. Follow these instructions to avoid problems such as tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, skin irritation or eyestrain:
- Avoid excessive play. Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour, even if you don’t think you need it. Parents should monitor their children for appropriate play.
- If your hands, wrists, arms or eyes become tired or sore while playing, or if you feel symptoms such as tingling, numbness, burning or stiffness, stop and rest for several hours before playing again.
- If you continue to have any of the above symptoms or other discomfort during or after play, stop playing and see a doctor.
Regulatory Information
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.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for 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.
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference; 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Manufacturer Information
Manufactured by: Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, LLC. (BDA, LLC.)
15525 Woodinville-Redmond Rd. NE Woodinville, WA 98072
BDAINC.com | POWERA.com
Contact/Support
For support with authentic PowerA accessories, please visit PowerA.com/Support.
Warranty
2-Year Limited Warranty: Visit PowerA.com/support for details.
Additional Legal Information
PowerA and the PowerA logo are trademarks of Bensussen Deutsch and Associates, LLC. TM and © Bensussen Deutsch and Associates, LLC. Nintendo Switch is a trademark of Nintendo. Licensed by Nintendo. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Regional Compliance Symbols
More information available via web-search of each symbol name.
- WEEE (Waste of electrical and electronic equipment): Requires battery disposal outside of other household waste per local regulations. Contact your city office, waste disposal service, or retailer for guidance.
- CE (Conformité Européene aka European Conformity): Certification mark indicating conformity with health, safety, and environmental protection standards for products sold within the European Economic Area.
- Regulatory Compliance Mark: Visible indication of a product’s compliance with all applicable ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority) regulatory arrangements, including technical and record-keeping requirements regarding electrical safety and/or electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).
Declaration of Conformity
Bensussen Deutsch & Associates LLC at 15525 Woodinville-Redmond Road NE, Woodinville, WA 98072 USA, declares that this wired controller is in compliance with Directive 2014/30/EU. The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at the following internet address: PowerA.com/compliance
Controller Diagram
Top View:
- +Control Pad
- Left Stick
- Right Stick
- Capture Button
- Home Button
- - Button
- + Button
- A/B/X/Y Buttons
Bottom/Side View:
- Program LED Indicator
- USB Connector
- 3.5mm Headset Port
- Program Button
- AGR Button
- AGL Button
- ZR Button
- R Button
- L Button
- ZL Button
Warranty Information
Two year limited warranty. For warranty details or support with your authentic PowerA accessories, please visit PowerA.com/Support.
File Info : application/pdf, 2 Pages, 200.04KB
DocumentDocumentReferences
bluemouth.com.au
PowerA | Accessories for Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo, and more
Declaration of Conformity | PowerA
Support | PowerA
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