Tutorials: How to connect X5s








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X5s Connection tutorial:


Switch 2 one-press wake up tutorial(requires firmware 1.13) :




 

Connection Status

Status

Indicator

Description

Connection Successful

Solid

The device is connected successfully.

Pairing Status

Flash Rapidly

In pairing status, it can be discovered and connected by new device.

Reconnecting Status

Flash Slowly

In reconnecting status, it automatically connects to the last successfully connected device.

Press and hold the Pairing button to forcefully switch to pairing status.

 

Platform and Mode

Platform

Mode

Indicator

Switch Method

Android

Android Mode

Yellow

Hold  for 2 seconds

PC/Android/iOS

DS4 Mode

Dark Blue

Hold  for 2 seconds

Switch/iOS

Switch Mode

Red

Hold  for 2 seconds

Android

G-Touch Mode

Light Blue

Hold  for 2 seconds

 

Switch Connection Tutorial

Bluetooth Connection

1. Go to Switch main menu, then select Controller--Change Grip/Order to enter pairing status.

2. Press and hold  until the indicator flashes rapidly in red, then wait for the connection.

3. A solid indicator indicates that the connection is successful.

4. If the connection is unsuccessful, press and hold  to re-enter pairing status.

 

Android Connection Tutorial

1. Press and hold  until the indicator flashes rapidly in yellow.

2. Open the Bluetooth list on your phone, select "GameSir-X5s", and click to connect.

3. A solid indicator indicates that the connection is successful.

4. If the connection is unsuccessful, press and hold  to re-enter pairing status.

 

G-Touch Mode Connection Tutorial

1. Press and hold until the indicator flashes rapidly in light blue.

2. Open the Bluetooth list on your phone, select "GameSir-X5s_G", and click to connect.

3. A solid indicator indicates that the connection is successful.

4. If the connection is unsuccessful, press and hold  to re-enter pairing status.

 

iOS Connection Tutorial 1

1. Press and hold until the indicator flashes rapidly in red.

2. Open the Bluetooth list on your phone, select "Pro Controller", and click to connect.

3. A solid indicator indicates that the connection is successful.

4. If the connection is unsuccessful, press and hold  to re-enter pairing status.

 

iOS Connection Tutorial 2

1. Press and hold until the indicator flashes rapidly in dark blue.

2. Open the Bluetooth list on your phone, select "DUOSHOK 4 Wireless Controller", and click to connect.

3. A solid indicator indicates that the connection is successful.

4. If the connection is unsuccessful, press and hold  to re-enter pairing status.

 

Connect to a Device via Wired Connection

1. Use the included Type-C cable to connect, and the controller will automatically recognize the device.

2. After connecting, the controller will automatically switch to the corresponding mode and can be used normally. Press and hold  to switch between Xbox/Switch/DS4 mode in sequence.

3. For Switch: After connecting to the Switch via wired connection, go to “System Settings - Controllers and Sensors - Pro Controller Wired Communication” and enable this feature.

4. This mode switching method is only supported when using a receiver or a wired connection.