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# Bluetooth gamepad mode

In Bluetooth gamepad mode the adapter works without the dongle, as a Bluetooth LE gamepad for a computer or phone. The device needs Bluetooth LE.

## Pairing

1. Hold **L + R + Start** for 3 seconds. The LEDs turn blue and swoosh.
2. On the computer or phone, open the Bluetooth settings and pair with **8BitMods BitLink Gamepad**.
3. The LEDs flash twice and stay lit when it connects.

To go back to 2.4G mode, hold **L + R + Start** for 3 seconds again.

## Forgetting paired devices

Press the power button once. The adapter forgets every paired computer and phone, so you can pair a new one.

## Notes

* Rumble, the VMU, Wheel mode and Air mouse do not work in this mode.
* The battery level is shown on the computer or phone.
* To change the button layout, see [Bluetooth gamepad mapping](/manuals/bitlink-dc-adapter/webui/bluetooth-mapping.md).


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