Standard controller
ValidatedThe D-pad, main buttons, START, triggers, and primary analog stick retain normal Dreamcast operation.
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Manual
ValidatedCommands, menu, display modes, battery, and DreamColor Plus features.
Dual Analog and profiles
ValidatedThe dual-analog version provides profiles, remapping, inversion, and individual dead-zone adjustment.
Built-in display
ValidatedThe display presents VMU content in monochrome, with color palettes, or with images prepared for Full Color Mode.
Battery and charging
ValidatedThe menu shows battery, USB, SD card, and charging status. The power supply must provide regulated 5 V USB power.
Vibration, audio, and microphone
ValidatedVibration, speaker, and microphone are built in. Microphone support on Dreamcast will be expanded in a future update.
Power off
ValidatedThe controller can be powered off through the menu or by continuing to hold START until 5 seconds have elapsed.
C, Z, and D buttons
ValidatedC and Z use touch sensors on the shoulders; the D button is activated by clicking the first analog stick.
Motion sensors
ValidatedMotion input can be assigned to Analog Stick 1 or 2 and used by compatible profiles.
Built-in emulators
ValidatedFun Mode runs classic systems directly on the display, using content organized on the microSD card.
Homebrew features
ValidatedNew projects can take advantage of the display, extra buttons, second analog stick, microphone, and motion sensors.
Quick reference
Main commands
| Action | Command |
|---|---|
| Open the menu | Hold START for 3 seconds |
| Navigate | Up and down; hold for automatic scrolling |
| Change an option | Left and right |
| Confirm | A or START |
| Go back | B |
| Switch the VMU display | Briefly press L3 outside the menu |
| Change the palette | Hold L3 and press START |
| Change the primary color | Hold L3 and press A |
| Invert the colors | Hold L3 and press B |
| Power off | Continue holding START until 5 seconds have elapsed |
Main menu
Option order
| # | Option | Function |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Language | Interface language |
| 2 | Controller mode | Dreamcast, PC, Android, and other available modes |
| 3 | Fun mode | Standalone features and emulators |
| 4 | Controller type | Standard controller and special profiles |
| 5 | Game profile | Game-specific configuration |
| 6 | Analog 2 mode | Function assigned to the second analog stick |
| 7 | Edit / calibrate | Calibration, inversion, dead-zone adjustment, and remapping |
| 8 | Settings | Display, VMU, audio, vibration, diagnostics, and card settings |
| 9 | Power off | Power off through the menu |
| 10 | Exit | Return to normal operation |
Color display
Display modes
Monochrome Mode
ValidatedDisplays the original VMU content in black and white, enlarged for the controller display. It does not require additional images on the card.
Palette Mode
ValidatedApplies color to the original monochrome content. The palette, primary color, and inversion can be adjusted while holding L3.
Full Color Mode
TestingDisplays color images prepared for the 240 × 210-pixel active area. If no matching image is available, the VMU remains visible in a functional display mode.
Charging and automatic shutdown
- Recommended power supply
- Regulated 5 V USB
- Charge indicator
- Five bars
- No connection
- Approximately 30 seconds
- No activity
- Approximately 30 minutes
The fifth bar and the 100% indication appear when the physical full-charge signal is confirmed. The timers are paused while navigating or calibrating through the menu.
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Memory and safety
Instructions for the VMU, microSD card, backups, and electrical safety are provided separately for easier reference.