How do I connect my PLEIO gamepad for the first time?
Your PLEIO gamepad connects quickly to your PLEIO, letting you start playing cloud games instantly.
Follow these steps when pairing your gamepad for the very first time:
- On your PLEIO, go to Settings (press the gear icon on your remote)
- Then go to 'Remotes and Accessories' and select 'Pair accessory'
- On the gamepad, press and hold the A button and HOME button together for 5 seconds
- The four LED lights on the gamepad will light up in a flowing sequence (top to bottom)
- Within two minutes, the gamepad will connect. The top LED will stay lit to show it's connected
How do I reconnect or turn off my gamepad?
Wake or reconnect gamepads: Press and hold the HOME button for 5 seconds. The gamepad will automatically reconnect. The LEDs will light up in sequence until the top LED stays lit (you're connected).
Turn off: Press and hold the HOME button for 5 seconds. The gamepad will turn off completely.
Sleep mode: If the gamepad can't reconnect after waking, it'll automatically go to sleep after 20 seconds.
How do I check my gamepad's battery?
Check the top LED light on your gamepad:
- Low battery: Top LED flashes rapidly
- Charging: Top LED flashes slowly
- Fully charged: Top LED stays lit
Heads up: You'll need a separate USB-C cable to charge your PLEIO gamepad or other supported controllers.
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What are the Turbo and Auto Turbo features? **
The Turbo function lets a button press automatically at a rapid rate when you hold it down. This works for the A, B, X, Y, R, L, ZR, and ZL buttons.
- Set Turbo mode: Hold the button you want (like A) and press TURBO once
- Set Auto Turbo: Hold the button you want (like A) and press TURBO twice
- Cancel Turbo: Hold the button and press TURBO a third time
Can I adjust the gamepad vibration?
Yes! The default vibration strength is 30, but you can change it.
- Adjust vibration: Hold the** TURBO button** and move the Right Stick up or down
- Five levels available: 0, 30, 50, 70, or 100
Can I use the gamepad to control my PLEIO?
Yes, you can use the gamepad to navigate some parts of the game, though the dedicated remote is still best for most things.
- How to use: Use the Directional Pad (D-pad), the cross-shaped control beneath the left analogue stick—to move up, down, left, and right
- Where it works: TV Guide, menus, and some applications
- Best practice: For voice search, text entry, volume, and power, stick with your PLEIO remote.
Can I use other controllers with PLEIO?
You should use the gamepad that came with your PLEIO package, or you can use a wireless Bluetooth-supported Xbox controller.
