M30 Bluetooth controller 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? Does it auto reconnect to those systems?
    • It works with Switch, Windows 10, macOS, Android, Raspberry Pi.
    • It does auto reconnect to all the systems mentioned above with the press of START once they have been successfully paired.
  • Does it work with PS5, Xbox Series, PS3, PS4, XBOX one, XBOX 360, Wii, Wii U?
    • No, it does not.
  • Can I map the Dpad on this controller? Can I also map and swap the A/B/X/Y buttons on this controller?
    • Yes, you can. The default mode of the DPad on this controller is as left analogue stick. You can also:
    • LEFT + Select : set Dpad as left analogue stick.
    • Up + Select : reset Dpad.
    • Right + Select : set Dpad as right analogue stick.
    • Down + Select : Swap A/B and X/Y mapping (on Switch mode only).
    • *Press and hold any of the key combinations above for 5 seconds to map the buttons.
    • *LED will blink in red to indicate the success of each button mapping.
    • *You need to reset the buttons manually.
  • Does this controller have Screenshot, Vibration, Motion Control, Home, Turbo, NFC functions? Can I also wake up my Switch wirelessly with this controller?
    • No, it does not have vibration or motion censor. When it is connected to Switch:
    • A. Screenshot = STAR button
    • B. Home button = Logo button
    • Turbo and NFC functions are not applicable here. It can not wake up Switch wirelessly.
    • When connected to other devices, you can find on this controller:
    • A. STAR button = Turbo button
    • No, you can not wake up your Switch wirelessly with this controller.
  • What do C/Z/L/R buttons function as?
    • L: L1
    • R: L2 (analog)
    • Z: R1
    • C: R2 (analog)
  • Does it work with 8BitDo Bluetooth receivers/adapters?
    • Yes, it does.
  • Can I use it on Sega Genesis/Mega Drive? Is it sold with a Bluetooth receiver?
    • Yes, you can use it on Sega Genesis/Mega Drive via 8BitDo MD receiver. The receiver is not sold together with the controller. You need to purchase it separately.
  • What are the small LEDs for on the bottom of the controller?
    • They are controller mode indicators:
    • A. LED 1 blinking: D-input mode
    • B. LED 2 blinking: X-input mode (Xbox 360 mode)
    • C. LED 3 blinking: macOS mode
    • D. LED Rotating: Switch mode or pairing mode
    • E. Solid LED: connection is successful
    • *It also indicates the player mode when connected to Switch.
  • 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 18 hours when fully charged.
  • Can I use this controller as a wired controller?
    • Yes, you can. Just connect it to your Switch, Windows 10, macOS, Android and Raspberry Pi via a USB-C cable.
  • My M30 Bluetooth controller does not connect to Switch no matter how many times I have tried. What should I do?
    • This might be caused by there are too many controllers connected to your Switch, as one Switch can take up to 10 controllers at a time maximum. Please follow the steps below to fix it:
    • A. Go to ‘System Setting’ on your Switch, then click on ‘Controllers and Sensors’ to disconnect the controllers which are connected to it
    • B. Restart your Switch
    • C. Press and hold Y+START to turn back on the controller. Press the pairing button on the top of the controller for 3 seconds
    • D. Go back to ‘System Settings’ and choose ‘Change Grip/Order’ to pair them
  • How many M30 Bluetooth controllers can I use at a time?
    • It depends on the number of controllers each device can take. Multiple M30 Bluetooth controllers can be used at a time.
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