Gamepad Receiver Mode
IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT USE this mode while another controller or controller receiver is connected to the same port as the MemCard PRO to avoid damaging your console, MemCard PRO or controller / adapter. For example, if you have the MemCard PRO connected to Port #1, you should leave the Controller Port #1 empty.
If you want connect a controller or controller adapter to the same port as the MemCard PRO, please deactivate the controller mode first by disconnecting your controller from the MemCard PRO.
The latest version of the MemCard PRO firmware brings an exciting new feature to the PlayStation 1. You can now use the MemCard PRO as a Bluetooth wireless Gamepad receiver, in conjunction to all other functionality (i.e. the MemCard PRO will still function as a memory card as normal, while receiving your gamepad inputs.
In order to use this feature, please follow the instructions below:
In order to connect a new BLE Bluetooth controller to the MemCard PRO for the first time:
- Power up your BLE compatible gamepad (see table below) and put it in pairing mode (see gamepad's manual)
- Press and hold the left button to bring up the menu
- Using the left button, change the cursor to the Bluetooth option, and enter the sub-menu with the right button
- Select the option "Pair Controller"
- The Wi-Fi icon will be replaced with a flashing Bluetooth icon. This means that the MemCard PRO2 is in pairing mode.
- Pairing mode is enabled for 1 minute, after which it will be deactivated automatically.
- If the controller is detected, the MemCard PRO will connect to it and the Bluetooth icon will revert back to the WiFi icon.
- By default, pairing a controller to the MemCard PRO will make it "remember" it, and auto-connect on boot will be activated. This allows you to connect the controller by simply powering it up along with the console. This behaviour can be turned off in the MemCard PRO settings.
The Gamepads below have been tested by 8BITMODS and have been mapped internally. More gamepads will be added in the future, but many Xbox BLE controller may work without firmware updates necessary.
Gamepad Name | Manufacturer | Bluetooth | Analog | Rumble | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DualSense | Sony | ❌ | - | - | |
DualShock 4 | Sony | ❌ | - | - | |
DualShock 3 | Sony | ❌ | - | - | |
Ultimate 2C BT/2.4G | 8BitDo | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | |
Xbox Wireless Controller | Microsoft | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | |
M30 Bluetooth | 8BitDo | ❌ | - | - | |
SN30 Bluetooth | 8BitDo | ❌ | - | - | |
