M30 2.4G for original Genesis/Mega Drive FAQ
  • What is the difference between M30 bluetooth, M30 2.4G for original Genesis/Meg Drive and M30 2.4g for Genesis Mini/Mega Drive Mini?
    • Difference #1 - compatibility & connectivity:
    • M30 bluetooth works with Switch，Windows，Android，Raspberry Pi，macOS as well as all devices 8BitDo bluetooth receivers support.

    • M30 2.4G for original Genesis/Mega Drive has its own dedicated 2.4g receiver included. It connects to the original Sega Genesis, Mega Drive1&2 and Analogue Mega Sg, wirelessly via the receiver.
    • On USB connection, it works with Switch, Windows 10 and Raspberry Pi.

    • M30 2.4G for Genesis Mini/Mega Drive Mini has its own dedicated 2.4g receiver included. It works with Genesis Mini/Mega Drive Mini as well as Switch, wirelessly via the receiver.
    • On USB connection, it works with Switch, Windows 10 and Raspberry Pi.

    • Difference #2 - compatibility & connectivity:
    • STAR button
    • M30 bluetooth: star button = screenshot button on Switch mode.
    • M30 2.4G for original Genesis/Mega Drive: start button = turbo button on Switch mode.
    • M30 2.4G for Genesis Mini/Mega Drive Mini: start button = turbo button on Switch mode.
    • Controller mode LED indicator
    • M30 bluetooth: there are four LED lights on the bottom of the controller indicating the controller mode.
    • M30 2.4G for original Genesis/Mega Drive: N/A
    • M30 2.4G for Genesis Mini/Mega Drive Mini: N/A
    • Pairing button
    • M30 bluetooth: there is a dedicated button on the top of the controller next to the USB port.
    • M30 2.4G for original Genesis/Mega Drive: there is no dedicated button for this. “ - ” button functions as so.
    • M30 2.4G for Genesis Mini/Mega Drive Mini: there is no dedicated button for this. “ - ” button functions as so.
    • USB port
    • M30 bluetooth: USB-C
    • M30 2.4G for original Genesis/Mega Drive: Micro USB
    • M30 2.4G for Genesis Mini/Mega Drive Mini: Micro USB
  • What systems does it work with?
    • It works with original Sega Genesis, Mega Drive model 1 and 2, Analogue Mega Sg.
    • If you wish to use it with Switch, Windows 10 and Raspberry Pi, you need to use a USB cable for this.
  • Does it work with 8BitDo Bluetooth receivers/adapters?
    • No, it does not. It only works with the 2.4g receiver which comes with it.
  • What do the two shoulder buttons do?
    • When it is used with Mega Drive:
    • L = Z
    • R = C
    • On USB connection:
    • C = R1
    • Z = L1
    • L = L2
    • R = R2
  • Can I use it with Sega Saturn, PS3, PS4, Xbox One, Xbox 360, Wii, Wii U?
    • No, you can not.
  • Can I use it on any device which uses the same controller port?
    • This can not be guaranteed as different devices apply different output wattage.
  • Does it work with other 2.4g receivers by 8BitDo, for instance, SN30 2.4g receiver?
    • No, it does not work any other 2.4g receiver except for the one which comes with this controller in the box.
  • Can I use two M30 2.4g on one Mega Drive?
    • Yes, you can. One receiver for one controller port. One receiver for one controller.
  • What do 3 button mode and 6 button mode actually do?
    • Since some games do not recognize 6 button mode, therefore, you need to swap it to 3 button mode which can be read and used by those games.
    • To sway between these two modes: press and hold MODE button on the controller for 3 seconds. Blue LED on the receiver blinks twice to indicate the success of mode switching.
    • *Default mode on the controller - 6 button mode.
  • How do I charge the controller? How long does the battery last when fully charged?
    • We suggest you charge it via a phone power adapter.
    • The controller uses 480mAh rechargeable battery with 1-2 hour charging time. The battery can last up to 35 hours when fully charged.
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