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How to Use the GameSir Tarantula Pro 8K

Be Competitive, Be Pro. For Tarantula Pro 8K/Tarantula Pro 8K MenaRD Edition

Product Overview

Key Features

  • • Gen-2 GameSir Mag-Res™ TMR Sticks
  • • Hall Effect Analog Triggers with Clicky Micro Switch Trigger Stops
  • • 8000Hz Ultra-Fast Response and 0.5ms Ultra-Low Latency Connection
  • • Fully software-customizable

Tech Specs

  • • Working Platform: PC
  • • Connection: Wired, includes a 2m detachable USB-C cable in the box
  • • Weight: 180g/0.40lbs
  • • Supported Software: GameSir Connect app

System Requirements

Windows PC

Windows 10/11 Wired

Android

Android 8.0 or above Wired ( 8K Polling Rate Only Works On PC)

Switch

Switch/Switch 2 Wired ( 8K Polling Rate Only Works On PC)

Getting Started

Statusdescription
ConnectionInsert the data cable at the top of the controller into the corresponding device. A steady channel light indicates successful connection
StandbyThe controller will automatically enter the standby mode after 10 minutes of inactivity while connected
Wake-upPressing the Home button can wake it up
View ModePressing and holding the M button allows you to view the current controller mode

  • Pressing and holding the M button after connection allows you to view the indicationcolor of the current controller mode
  • The controller mode is automatically recognized by default; manual mode switching willdisable the auto-recognition function
  • Press and hold the Home button for 10 seconds to restore the auto-recognition function
Channel IndicatorModeMode Indicator ColorConnection Method
PCXBOX Mode GreenPress and hold Home + X Button for 2 seconds
SwitchSwitch Mode RedPress and hold Home + Y Button for 2 seconds
AndroidAndroid Mode YellowPress and hold Home + A Button for 2 seconds

Sticks & Triggers

  1. Set the triggers to long-travel mode. Hold View Button + Menu Button + Home Button for 2 seconds to enter calibration mode. The Home light will flash slowly in white during this process.

  2. Ensure the triggers and sticks are not being touched. Press A Button once.

  3. Rotate both sticks in full circles 2-3 times. Fully press both triggers three times. Finally, press A Button to exit. The Home light will return to its original light effect.

Gyroscope

  1. Place the controller horizontally on a flat surface, then long-pressView Button + Home Button + Down(A)Button for 3 seconds. At this point, the Home indicator willflash red and blue alternately rapidly.

  2. Calibration is complete when the Home indicator returns to its mode color.

Press and hold the Home + Menu buttons for 5 seconds to reset the controller's current configuration to the default settings.

Advanced Tutorials

Remappable Button Settings

While holding the M button, press the desired remappable button (L4/R4/C1/C2/C3/C4/T1/T2/T3) to enter the recording mode for that button.

The Home light will flash upon entering. Press the button you want to record, and then press the corresponding remappable button again to save and exit.

  • Up to 32 steps can be recorded at most.

  • If you exit without pressing the desired button during setup, the button value for that remappable button will be cleared.

Turbo Setting

While holding the M button, press A/B/X/Y/LB/RB/LT/RT to cycle among Turbo Off

  • Turbo Level 1 - Turbo Level 2 - Turbo Level 3.

When holding a button with the Turbo function enabled, the Home light will flashred rapidly.

  • Double-click the M button to clear all turbosettings.

Button Combination

Hair Trigger

Press and hold M and LT/RT for 2 seconds to turn on and off the hair trigger mode.

  • The trigger must be in the long travel mode

Turning On/Off Dead Zone

Press and hold the M button and press down the Left/Right joystick for 2 seconds to turn onand off the dead zone of the corresponding joystick.

Button Layout

Press and hold the M and A buttons for 2 seconds to shift between the button values of A-B and X-Y

Light Setting

Lighting Effects

While holding the M button, toggle the left joystick to the Left/Right to cycle the light effect among Solid Color, Breathing, Fantasy(default), Rainbow, Radar, and Off

Brightness

While holding the M button, move the left joystick up/down to increase/decrease the light brightness

Saturation

While holding the M button, press the Up/Down button of the D-Pad to increase/decrease color saturation in theSolid Color, Breathing, and Radar modes.

Animation Speed

While holding the M button, press the Left/Right button of the D-Pad to decrease/increase the animation speed ofthe Breathing, Fantasy, and Rainbow modes.

Configuration Switching

Configuration

While holding the M button, toggle the right joystick upward to switch the controller to the default configuration.

The channel lights are shown as --X--(Indicator light 3 flashes)

Configuration 1

While holding the M button, toggle the right joystick upward to switch the controller to the default configuration.

The channel lights are shown as -X-X-(Indicator light 2,4 flashes)

Configuration 2

While holding the M button, toggle the right joystick upward to switch the controller to the default configuration.

The channel lights are shown as X-X-X(Indicator light 1,3,5 flashes)

Configuration 3

While holding the M button, toggle the right joystick upward to switch the controller to the default configuration.

The channel lights are shown as XX-XX(Indicator light 1,2,4,5 flashes)

FAQ

The Tarantula 8K PC supports PC via wired connection.

It supports up to 8000Hz polling rate on wired connections.

The controller features Gen-2 TMR sticks. Compared to the first generation, they still use magnetic technology to eliminate physical contact, delivering long-lasting anti-stick drift reliability.

The dual-mode trigger stops allow switching between Hall Effect analog triggers and Micro Switch triggers.

We removed the heavy vibration motors and the battery to reach a weight of just 180g. This pure wired design reduces hand stress, so you can play longer without getting tired.

It has nine remappable macro buttons, including two extra bumpers (T1/T2), two lockable back buttons (R4 / L4) and five front buttons(C1/C2/C3/C4/T3), each supporting up to 32 steps macro recording.

The back button latches allow users to enable or disable the back buttons, helping prevent unintended inputs during gameplay.

Yes. It features a built-in 6-axis gyroscope for motion control.

Yes. It is compatible with GameSir Connect software, allowing users to customize button mapping, macros, and other settings.

The M button is positioned underneath the D-pad.

Configure Generic Controller in Steam

  1. Launch Steam. Navigate to Steam > Settings > Controller > General Controller Settings.
  2. Tick Enable Steam Input for Generic Gamepads, then click Begin Setup.

Important tip: When prompted to press the Home/Guide button and Share/Capture button during device input setup, skip these prompts by pressing the A button.

Controllers equipped with a gyroscope are listed below:

  1. Xbox Controllers (Gyro function only available on PC): G7 Pro, G7 Pro Wuchang, G7 Pro Zenless Zone Zero, Tarantula Pro Xbox, T7 Pro Sugar Whirl.

  2. PC Controllers: SuperNova, Cyclone 2, Tarantula Pro, Tarantula Pro 8K, Nova, G7 Pro 8K.

  3. Mobile Controllers: G8+, X5S, X3 Pro, G8+ MFi (Android only)

We do not sell separate spare parts such as controller internal components, replacement buttons, USB ports, standalone receivers, or other internal repair parts. All original bundled accessories included with controllers are not available for individual purchase.

These accessories are manufactured to be used with the controller and are not sold separately.

Currently, the only items sold separately are:

1.Universal data cable,

2.Faceplate for the G7 series, Faceplate for Supernova, Carrying case for the G7 Pro,

3.Detachable Joystick Caps For G7 Pro & Cyclone 2

4.Anti-friction rings,

5.Thumb grip caps,

6.Charger for nova/nova 2 lite, Charger for cyclone 2,Cooler for X5 Lite ,Dongle for nova(Not for nova 1/2 lite)

7.Dongle compatible with the following controllers: Nova (HD), SuperNova, T3S, Tarantula, Cyclone, Cyclone Pro, X5s, G8+.(It Will not work with Cyclone 2, T4, T4 Pro, T4 Pro SE, G7 Pro, Nova Lite, and Nova Lite 2.)

You can view our separately sold accessories here: https://gamesir.com/collections/gamesir-accessories

For Professional Players Competing in Official Tournaments (e.g., CDL, ALGS):

To address tournament regulations regarding prohibited hardware features, we have released the Specific Firmware for Tournament Eligibility for the G7 Pro 8k PC/Tarantula Pro 8K PC.

By installing this firmware, macro and turbo functions will be completely disabled, ensuring the G7 Pro 8k PC/Tarantula Pro 8K PC meets the hardware-legal requirements of major e-sports organizations.

Firmware(G7 Pro 8k PC):https://drive.google.com/file/d/12vk8kZauJTRG9D_Q8IT34pfPZ9Wl8tcX/view?usp=drive_link

Firmware(Tarantula Pro 8K PC):https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g9XWd0T9xFyH5cfsNBSd8ysBSEp0WUaU/view?usp=drive_link

Software(Optional):https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CTsMva4LROYKuw2Bqg1STmwOWr_OxHSN/view?usp=sharing

Note: Please be aware that this firmware will not affect the controller's performance in any way; its sole purpose is to disable specific features to ensure tournament eligibility. If you do not have a requirement for professional competition, please do not install this firmware, as it may negatively impact your personal gaming experience by removing these features.

While on the main page displaying all previously connected controllers, tap the icon in the upper-right corner to change the app language.

To navigate back to this main page after entering a controller configuration page, disconnect your controller or press the AppHome button.

No worries, all GameSir controllers are equipped with overcharging protection, whether used with a charging dock or not. Charging will automatically stop once the controller reaches full battery. Normally, the indicator light turns off upon full charge.

You may calibrate joysticks and triggers either via the software or manually following the steps below:

  1. Switch the triggers to the full travel position. Hold the View ("-") button + Menu ("+") button + Home button. The indicator light will flash slowly in white to signal calibration mode activation.
  2. Make sure not to touch the LT, RT, and the left and right joysticks. Press the A button. The Home Indicator will turn off. (If the controller is Nova Lite, Nova Lite 2, SuperNova, or Tarantula Pro, then there is no need to perform the second step.)
  3. Rotate both joysticks in complete circles 2 to 3 times. Fully depress both triggers 3 times.
  4. Press the A button to finish and exit calibration mode. The indicator will revert to its normal state.

Notes:

  1. Manual recalibration may resolve issues when the in-app calibration fails.
  2. Perform all operations gently at a steady speed to prevent inaccurate sampling data.
  3. Calibration supports both wired and wireless connections.
  4. This calibration only applies to analog trigger mode and has no effect on mouse click mode.
  5. Always complete calibration with the faceplate installed. Removing the faceplate will lead to incorrect range detection.

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