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8BitDo Ultimate 2C Wireless — Pairing

Quick answer

Button combo

Pair(3s)+2.4G dongle in USB

Steps

  1. 1Plug the 2.4G dongle into a USB port on your Windows or Android device.
  2. 2Slide the Mode switch to the 2.4G position.
  3. 3Press Home to turn the controller on.
  4. 4Hold Pair for 3 seconds until the Status LED blinks rapidly; it links to the dongle automatically.
  5. 5The Status LED goes solid when connected.

LED states

  • fast blink—Pairing / searching for the 2.4G dongle
  • solid—Connected
  • blinking—Low battery
Last verified: 2026-06-20Source: support.8bitdo.com

The budget Ultimate 2C connects over its 2.4G dongle or a USB-C cable. Put the Mode switch on 2.4G, plug the dongle into your PC or Android device, power on with Home, then hold Pair until the LED blinks fast and it pairs by itself. The LED stays solid once connected.

FAQ

Does it come with a charging dock?
No — unlike the Ultimate 2 Wireless, the 2C ships with the 2.4G dongle but no dock.
Can it pair with two devices at once?
No, one connection at a time; switch the Mode switch to change connection type.

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