PowerA NSGPAWD Advantage Wired Controller

Product Specifications

• Connectors: USB-A to USB-C
• USB Interface: USB 2.0
• Length: 10 ft. / 3 m
• Weight: 75 g
• Voltage: 5 V
• Current: 500 mA normal operating current, 3 A max

Product Usage Instructions

Compatibility

Compatible with Nintendo SwitchTM 2 and Nintendo SwitchTM consoles.

Setup

1. Dock the Nintendo SwitchTM 2 or Nintendo SwitchTM console.
2. Connect the USB-A end of the USB cable to the console dock.
3. Connect the USB-C end of the USB cable to the controller.
4. Wake the console by pressing its power button.
5. The LED bar on the controller will turn solid white, indicating readiness for use. Follow the on-screen instructions to start playing.

Audio Setup

For audio, fully insert the 3.5 mm plug of your headset into the controller’s audio jack. Turn on ‘Lower Max Headphone Volume’ in settings.

Audio Controls

The AUDIO button allows you to control mic mute/unmute, volume adjustment, and EQ mode change. Refer to the provided table for detailed controls and notifications.

Programming Advanced Gaming Buttons

1. Hold the PROGRAM Button for 3 seconds to enter program mode.
2. Reconnect the controller after programming is complete.

• Resetting Advanced Gaming Buttons
• To reset advanced gaming buttons, refer to the user manual for detailed instructions.

OVERVIEW

CONTENTS

• PowerA Advantage Wired Controller for Nintendo Switch™ 2
• 10 ft. / 3 m USB-A to USB-C Cable

COMPATIBILITY

• Nintendo Switch™ 2
• Nintendo Switch™ – OLED Model
• Nintendo Switch™
• Nintendo Switch™ Lite

SETUP

1. Dock the Nintendo Switch™ 2 or Nintendo Switch™ console.
2. Connect the USB-A end of the USB cable to the Nintendo Switch™ 2 or Nintendo Switch™ dock.
3. Connect the USB-C end of the USB cable to the controller.
4. Wake the Nintendo Switch™ 2 or Nintendo Switch™ console by pressing the power button on the console.
5. The LED bar on the controller will turn solid white to indicate it is now ready for use. Follow the on-screen instructions to start playing.

NOTE:

• Please ensure your Nintendo Switch™ 2 or Nintendo Switch™ system is using the most recent system update for optimal compatibility with PowerA wired controllers.
• Check your Nintendo Switch™ 2 or Nintendo Switch™ system for any updates via “System Settings” on the HOME menu.
  Please ensure your PowerA Advantage Wired Controller for Nintendo Switch™ 2 is using the latest firmware. Check PowerA.com/Support for any potential updates.
• This controller does not support HD rumble, IR camera, motion controls, amiibo™ NFC, or player LEDs.
• For use in TV mode only. Not for use with Joy-Con™ 2 or Joy-Con™ only games.
• Up to 8 controllers can be connected to the Nintendo Switch™ 2 or Nintendo Switch™ system simultaneously.
• The number of wired controllers that can be connected is dependent on the number of available USB ports on the Nintendo Switch™ 2 or Nintendo Switch™ dock.
• The right and left Joy-Con™ 2 or Joy-Con™ each count as one controller. So, if both are paired to the console, it will count as two controllers.
• Do not use included cable for purposes other than connecting the PowerA controller.
• C Button is not supported on Nintendo Switch™ systems.

AUDIO SETUP

• For audio, fully insert the 3.5 mm plug of your headset or headphones into the 3.5 mm audio jack of the controller.

NOTE:

• Only some software titles support microphone or chat function.
• Please check the software title manual for compatibility or support.
• To prevent hearing damage, please make sure the volume on the Nintendo Switch™ 2 or Nintendo Switch™ system is lowered before wearing your headset or headphones.
• Once connected, slowly raise the volume on the Nintendo Switch™ 2 or Nintendo Switch™ system to a comfortable level. You can also limit the maximum volume on the Nintendo Switch™ 2 or Nintendo Switch™ system:

NINTENDO SWITCH™ 2:

• From the ‘Home’ screen, select ‘System Settings’, ‘Audio’, and then toggle on ‘Lower Max Headphone Volume’.

NINTENDO SWITCH™:

• From the ‘Home’ screen, select ‘System Settings’, ‘System’, ‘Lower Max Headphone Volume’, and select ‘On’.
• The Nintendo Switch™ 2 or Nintendo Switch™ system only supports one audio output. When a headset or headphone is connected to the controller, audio to all other devices, including HDMI connected devices, will be disabled.
• When connecting more than one USB audio device, only the first device connected will have audio output.
• To avoid hearing damage, do not use high volume settings for an extended period.

AUDIO CONTROLS

The PowerA Advantage Wired Controller for Nintendo Switch™ 2 features audio controls via the audio button located on the back of the controller. The AUDIO button will allow you to mute/unmute the mic, mute/unmute the volume, increase/decrease the volume, and change the EQ mode. The table describes all available audio controls and the notifications the controller provides:

NOTE:

• On Nintendo Switch™ 2 systems, the audio settings will reset when the controller is disconnected (via unplugging or turning the console off).
• On Nintendo Switch™ systems, the audio settings are remembered when the controller is disconnected (via unplugging or turning the console off).
• Volume level adjustments happen in 10% increments and are independent of volume adjustments on the console OS. Each blink of the LED bar indicates a 10% increment.
• When the volume is muted via a double press of the AUDIO button, all incoming audio is muted, including game and chat audio. The mic will still be active unless it has been muted with a single press of the AUDIO button.

There are 3 EQ modes available:

• STANDARD: Balanced pass-through of the console audio.
• BASS BOOST: Enhances the low end to create a heavier bass sound.
• IMMERSIVE: Slight enhancements to the low and high ends to create a more immersive sound.

PROGRAMMING ADVANCED GAMING BUTTONS

1. Hold the PROGRAM Button down for 3 seconds (A).
   • The LED Bar will slowly blink blue, signalling the controller is in program mode (B).
2. Press one of the following buttons you wish to assign to an Advanced Gaming Button: A, B, X, Y, L, R, ZL, ZR, Left Stick Press, Right Stick Press, or +Control Pad.
   • The LED Bar will blink quickly in blue.
3. Press the Advanced Gaming Button (AGR or AGL) that you wish to perform that function.
   • • The LED Bar will return to its previous state, signalling the Advanced Gaming Button has been programmed.
4. Repeat for the remaining Advanced Gaming Button.
   • NOTE: Advanced Gaming Button assignments will remain in memory even after your controller is disconnected.

RESETTING ADVANCED GAMING BUTTONS

1.  Hold the PROGRAM Button down for 3 seconds.
   • The LED Bar will slowly blink blue, signalling that the controller is in program mode.
2. Press either AGL or AGR to individually reset each button, or hold down the PROGRAM Button for 5 seconds to reset both simultaneously.
   • The LED Bar will return to its previous state, signalling that the Advanced Gaming Button has been reset.

CONTROLLER SPECIFICATIONS

• Connector . . . . . . . . . . . .USB-C
• USB Interface . . . . . . . . . USB 1.0
• USB ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . .VID: 0x20D6, PID: 0xA720
• Stick Interface . . . . . . . .12-bit Hall Effect
• Compatibility . . . . . . . . .Nintendo Switch™ 2, Nintendo Switch™ – OLED Model, Nintendo Switch™
• Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . .149 mm L × 105 mm W × 62 mm D
• Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140 g

CABLE SPECIFICATIONS

• Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . USB-A to USB-C
• USB Interface . . . . . . . . . USB 2.0
• Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ft. / 3 m
• Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 g
• Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 V
• Current . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 500 mA normal operating current, 3 A max

CONTACT/SUPPORT

• For support with your authentic PowerA accessories, please visit PowerA.com/Support.

WARRANTY

• 2-Year Limited Warranty: Visit PowerA.com/support for details.

WARRANTY AGAINST DEFECTS, AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND CUSTOMERS

• This product is provided with a 2-year warranty against defects in manufacturing or materials from the date of purchase. ACCO Brands will either repair or replace a faulty product, subject to the conditions of this warranty.
• Claims under this warranty must be made to the place of purchase within the warranty period with proof of purchase by the original purchaser only. Expenses associated with a warranty claim are the responsibility of the consumer.
• Conditions of this warranty are on our website: PowerA.com/warranty-ANZ.
• This warranty is provided in addition to other rights or remedies available to you under the law. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law.
• You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage.
• You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

DISTRIBUTOR CONTACT DETAILS

AUSTRALIAN CUSTOMERS:

• ACCO Brands Australia Pty Ltd, Locked Bag 50
• Blacktown BC, NSW 2148
• Phone: 1300 278 546 Email: consumer.support@powera.com

NEW ZEALAND CUSTOMERS:

• ACCO Brands New Zealand Limited
• PO Box 11-677, Ellerslie, Auckland 1542
• Phone: 0800 800 526 Email: consumer.support@powera.com

MOTION WARNING

• Playing video games may cause muscle, joint, skin or eye discomfort. 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.

ADDITIONAL LEGAL

• © 2025 ACCO Brands. All Rights Reserved. PowerA and PowerA Logo are trademarks of ACCO Brands.
• © Nintendo. Nintendo Switch is a trademark of Nintendo.
• USB-C® is a registered trademark of USB Implementers Forum.
• ACCO Brands USA LLC, 4 Corporate Drive, Lake Zurich, IL 60047
• ACCOBRANDS.com
• POWERA.com
• © Nintendo. Nintendo Switch is a trademark of Nintendo.

TROUBLESHOOTING

For the latest FAQs, firmware, and support with your authentic PowerA accessories, please visit PowerA.com/Support

Documents / Resources

PowerA NSGPAWD Advantage Wired Controller [pdf] User Manual NSGPAWD Advantage Wired Controller, NSGPAWD, Advantage Wired Controller, Wired Controller, Controller

References

• User Manual