Machenike G5 Pro Wireless Gaming Controller User Manual

Machenike G5 Pro Wireless Gaming Controller

Table of Contents

Safety Precautions

Do not spray flammable insecticides or sprays near the handle.
Do not allow liquids such as water or juice to come into contact with the device. This may cause the keys to malfunction or become damaged.
Do not unplug the USB cable with wet hands.
Do not use the device in damp or hot places, such as bathrooms.
Do not use it in places that are prone to dropping, dusty (such as beaches), or have magnetic fields.
Do not place it on top of devices that generate heat, such as heat dissipation vents or computer cases.

Operating Precautions

When using the device, do not exert excessive force, as this can cause hand fatigue and accelerate key wear.
If you feel wrist or finger soreness during use, adjust your posture and force, or take a break.
If the wrist rest or any other components that come into direct contact with the skin cause discomfort, stop using the device. Continuing to use it may cause rashes or other allergic reactions.

PACKING CONTENTS

Maintenance

Please clean the handle with a soft, dry cloth or a special cleaning cloth.
Do not use solvents, including but not limited to gasoline, diluents, alcohol, kitchen detergents, or chemical cleaning cloths. This may cause external deformation or layer peeling.
Do not use a wet cloth to wipe the handle, as this may cause liquid to enter the inside of the device and cause malfunctions.

BUTTON LAYOUT

CONNECTION

The G5 PRO has a multi-key wake-up function. Before wireless connection, please select the corresponding device mode:

2.4G mode

Device name: MACHENIKE G5Pro; 1# indicator light flashes.

PC/iOS mode

Device name: Xbox Wireless Controller; 2# indicator light flashes.

Switch mode

Device name: Pro Controller; 3# indicator light flashes.

Android mode

Device name: MACHENIKE G5Pro; 4# indicator light flashes.

Enter Pairing Mode

Press and hold the Home button for 3 seconds in the off state. When the indicator light flashes quickly, it enters pairing mode. Connect to the corresponding device name mentioned above to complete pairing.

Switch Pairing Device

Press and hold the Home button for 5 seconds to turn off the controller. Then select the corresponding mode for the device and press and hold the Home button for 3 seconds to enter pairing mode and re-pair.

Wired Connection

Use the included USB cable to connect the device, and it will automatically match the mode for connection.

COMPATIBILITY

2.4G Mode – Compatible with PC, Switch, and Android TV.

2.4G mode uses an independent private protocol with lower latency.
The 2.4G receiver can automatically recognize PC mode/Switch mode/Android mode.
2.4G mode supports using the gyroscope axis sensing function on the Switch console.

Connection Step – 2.4G Connection

In the off state, switch the rear toggle mode switch to the 2.4G position.
Insert the dongle into the USB port of the computer/Switch dock/Andro-idTV. If the indicator light at the tail of the receiver flashes, it means the controller enters pairing mode.
Press and hold the Home button for about 3 seconds until the #1 indicator or light flashes, and the controller enters pairing mode.
The controller and dongle will automatically pair. The controller’s indicator light will stay on, and the receiver’s tail indicator light will stay on, indicating a successful pairing. (Note: For successful pairing with PC, the #1 and #2 indicator lights will stay on; for successful pairing with Switch, the #1 and #3 indicator lights will stay on; for successful pairing with Android TV, the #1 and #4 indicator lights will stay on.)
When not in use, press and hold the Home button to turn off the controller, or the controller will automatically turn off after 5 minutes of inactivity.
After the controller is turned off, the dongle indicator light will flash slow -ly,indicating that it is waiting for the controller to reconnect. Next time you use it, you can wake up the controller by pressing the Home/LB/RB button and it will automatically reconnect.

PC Mode – Wireless mode on PC

The Windows operating system recommends using this controller in PC mode, which is also compatible with Switch mode.

PC mode is widely used for AAA games and the latest games.
Switch mode, which is the Switch Pro, can access gyroscope functionality on Windows operating systems via Steam. The specific usage experience and compatibility depend on the different game adaptations.

Wireless Connection Steps

Turn the back mode switch to the PC position while the controller is tur -ned off.
Press and hold the front Home button for about 3 seconds until the #2 indicator light flashes, indicating that the controller is in pairing mode.
In the Windows system, open Settings, click on Bluetooth & other devices, then click on Add Bluetooth or other devices.
Select “Xbox Wireless Controller” from the list of Bluetooth devices, and after successful pairing, the #2 indicator light will stay on for 2 seconds and then show the battery level.
When not in use, the controller can be turned off by long-pressing the Home button, or it will automatically turn off after 5 minutes of inactivity.
The controller has Bluetooth memory function and can be awakened by short-pressing the Home/LB/RB button and automatically reconnecting to the computer when used again.

Wired Connection Steps

In the power-off state, connect the controller to the computer with a data cable, and it can be used directly.

iOS Mode – iOS and iPad OS

Compatible with iOS 16 system version. If there are changes in the related permissions in subsequent iOS updates, the iOS update shall prevail with -out further notice.
The trigger supports a linear travel function and requires game matching.
Supports Home button wake-up of the controller and quick reconnection function.

Connection Steps – Wireless connection

Turn off the controller and switch the back gear switch to the ios position.
Press and hold the Home button on the front for about 3 seconds until the 2nd indicator light flashes quickly, indicating that the controller has enter -ed pairing mode.
Open the phone settings, go to Bluetooth, and search for and connect to “Xbox Wireless Controller”.
After successful pairing, the 2nd indicator light will stay on for 2 seconds and then return to the power indicator.

Note: This mode can only be used if the game natively supports controller operation.

Switch Mode-NINTENDO SWITCH

When in Switch mode, it is recommended to press and hold the En + A button combination for three seconds to switch to the Switch layout. The controller will vibrate once to indicate the switch.
This product can connect to both the Switch console and PC in Switch mode.
It supports Home button wake-up of the controller and the remote console wake-up function.
It also supports the gyroscope function, which needs to be enabled in the game settings that support this feature.
The trigger does not support a linear travel function, which is not a product problem but due to the limitations of the Switch platform.
Some games may not support the use of this controller even when the Switch Pro Controller is not supported, which is a game restriction, not a product problem.

Connection Steps – Wireless connection

Turn off the controller and switch the back mode switch to the Switch position.
Press and hold the Home button on the front for about 3 seconds until the #3 indicator light flashes quickly, indicating that the controller has entered pairing mode.
On the Switch main page, open the controller settings and wait for the controller to appear.

Connection Steps – Wired connection

Enable the wired controller function in the Switch settings and insert the Switch console into the official multifunctional dock.
Connect the controller to the dock with the data cable while the controller is turned off.

Android Mode – for Android (HarmonyOS phones, Android phones, tablets, smart TVs, TV boxes, etc.)

The triggers support a linear travel function, which requires game matching.
Supports Home button wake-up function and rapid reconnection function.

Connection Steps – Wireless connection

In the power-off state of the controller, switch the toggle switch on the back to the Android position.
Press and hold the Home button on the front for about 3 seconds until the #4 LED indicator flashes quickly, then the controller enters pairing mode.
Open the device settings and search for and connect to “MACHENIKE G5Pro” in Bluetooth settings.
After pairing is successful, the #4 LED indicator will stay on for 2 seconds and then return to power level indication.

Note: This mode requires native support for controller operation in the game.

Connection Steps – Wired connection

In the power-off state, connect the device and the controller directly via the included data cable.

HALL SYSTEM CALIBRATION

Hall linear joystick and trigger calibration operation

Press and hold the + Home + B buttons for 3 seconds to turn on the calibration in the power-off state.
Joystick calibration: fully move the joystick left and right slowly and rotate it more than three times.
Trigger calibration: Press the [LT] and [RT] buttons to the bottom more than once.
Press the [Home button] to complete the calibration.

FEATURES

Multi-platform compatibility with PC, Switch, iOS, Android, and Harmony OS.
Convenient mode switching through gear selection without the need for complex combinations or memorization.
Adjustable brightness levels for lighting settings.
Powerful exclusive MACHENIKE custom PC driver software.

EXPANDED FEATURES

Lighting Brightness Adjustment

Press Fn + D-pad ← to cycle through the overall brightness levels of the controller’s lighting.
Press Fn + D-pad → to change the lighting effects, cycling through constant on/breathing/streaming/off.

To avoid backlight interference with yourself and others during nighttime use, it is recommended to use this function to turn off or reduce the brightness of the lighting.

The light effect of the controller will change according to the software update, Please refer to the actual light effect shown on the software.

Vibration Intensity Adjustment

Press Fn + D-pad ↑/↓ to increase or decrease the controller’s vibration intensity.

Controller Battery Level Display

Four indicator lights display the controller’s battery level in real-time. During pairing and some function adjustments, they temporarily function as function indicators and return to battery level display after approximately 2 seconds.
The controller has a built-in 600mAh battery with a battery life of 5-8 hours.

Motion Sensing Analog Function

Press Fn + R3 to enable/disable the motion sensing function of the controller’s right analog stick.

PROGRAMMING BUTTON MACRO DEFINITION

To program macro buttons
With the controller connected, press the Fn+M1/M2/M3 (pressing the right trigger down triggers M1/M2/M3) / M4 (pressing the left trigger down triggers M4). The decorative light strip will flash continuously, indicating that the gamepad has entered recording mode. If it does not flash, please repeat this step.
Record the required function buttons in order. A/B/X/Y/Up/Down/Left/ Right/L1/L2/R1/R2 and left and right joysticks are supported.
After the setting is completed, short-press the M1 button. The light strip backlight of the controller stops flashing and returns to the previous mode, indicating that the setup is complete.

Note:

To clear the current macro definition, Press FN+M1 while the controller is in operation. The light strip backlight of the gamepad will flash continuously. Then press the M1 button again, and the light strip backlight of the gamepad will stop flashing, clearing the current custom function.

TURBO Function

Supported TURBO Buttons: A/B/X/Y/Up/Down/Left/Right/L1/L2/R1/R2
Manual TURBO function: When the manual TURBO function of the A button is enabled, the A button needs to be manually pressed to trigger the function.
Enable TURBO function: Press and hold FN+A and then release it. At this time, the A button is enabled with a manual continuous firing function. Press FN+A again to enable the automatic continuous firing function of A. Press FN+A again to turn off the continuous firing function.

Note: FN+A/B/X/Y can enable the TURBO function of A/B/X/Y. The TURBO function of other buttons can be set in the PC driver.

Customisable Profile

The G5 PRO controller can store up to 4 personalised profiles. You can customise your controller on the G5 PRO exclusive PC driver or the controller itself.
Press the FN+HOME Button to cycle through 4 personalised profiles, accompanied by indicator lights and color changes.

For more customized functions, please contact customer service or go to the MACHENIKE official website to download the PC driver: https://global.machenike.com/

RESET

When the controller is unresponsive or unable to identify the working mode during operation or access, you can pull out the USB cable of th -e controller and reconnect it, or use the manual mode to select into the corresponding working mode. If the problem still can not be solved, please long-press the HOME button for 10 seconds or check the compatibility of the operating system and equipment with the controller. If it still can not be solved, please contact the dealer’s customer service.

Copyright Information

PlayStation is a registered trademark of Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE).
XBOX/Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Android is a trademark of Google Inc.
Nintendo Switch is a registered trademark of Nintendo Co.
Mac OS is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. in the United States and other countries.
Other system and product names that appear in this document are generally registered trademarks or trademarks of the respective developer companies. Please note that the ™logo and ® logos do not appear in this document.

Please consult customer service or the brand’s website for updates to the product firmware without notice.

SPECIFICATIONS

Operating Current: On light effect < 100mA–off light effect <55mA
Sleep Current: < 30uA
Vibration Current: 80- 150mA
Input Power: 5.0V == 500mA
Battery Capacity: 3.7V /600 mAh
Charging Time: Approx.2-4 hours
Use Distance Range: ⩽ 8M

CONTROL SECTION

Direction buttons * 1 group: Up, down, left, right, and four corners, eight-direction cross key.
Function control buttons * 4: Xbox layout ABXY buttons.
HOME button * 1: Turn on the controller or execute instructions from the console; press and hold the HOME button for more than 5 seconds to turn off the controller.
Hall LinearJoystick *2: Elite joystick, 360-degree, no dead zone, precise operation.
Function buttons * 4: L1, R1, L2, R2. Linear trigger, multiple game matching.
Multi-function button * 1: Supports screenshot and light strip setting under different modes, and other function settings.
Programming buttons * 4: M1, M2 back buttons, M3, M4 trigger buttons, custom programming, can customize the required keys.
Back button * 1: Return to the previous menu.
Menu button * 1: Open the menu interface.
Gear switch * 1: Switch the controller mode to adapt to different devices.

The controller will enter sleep mode after about 5 minutes of inactivity, and the controller light will go out.

TERMINAL SECTION

DCIN wired device connection: USB-A to Type-C
USB cable length: About 0.8 meters

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