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The SCUF Valor Pro Wireless connects three ways: a USB-C cable, its included low-latency wireless dongle, or Bluetooth. For Xbox, use the switch’s left position; for Windows PC, use the middle position; the right position is Bluetooth. SCUF recommends wired or low-latency wireless on PC, while Bluetooth is intended for pairing with a device through its Bluetooth settings. The complete setup normally takes only a few button presses, but using the wrong switch position is the most common cause of a controller that appears not to connect.
This guide covers every connection mode, the included accessories, the Valor Companion App beta, optional 1,000 Hz PC polling, and recovery steps when pairing or firmware setup does not work.
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Connection modes at a glance
| Mode | Best for | What you need | Switch position | Platforms covered by SCUF’s instructions | SCUF’s guidance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wired | Reliable play, charging, and app setup | Included USB-C cable | Left for Xbox; middle for PC | Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11 | Recommended on PC |
| Low-latency wireless | Cable-free Xbox or PC gaming | Included USB-C wireless dongle | Left for Xbox; middle for PC | Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11 | Recommended on PC |
| Bluetooth | Pairing with a device through Bluetooth settings | Bluetooth-enabled host | Right | Follow the host device’s Bluetooth support | Not the Xbox connection procedure in SCUF’s guide |
The switch controls the connection method, not a game profile: left is Xbox, middle is PC, and right is Bluetooth. Keep that distinction in mind before troubleshooting.
What comes in the box, and what do you need?
SCUF lists the Valor Pro Wireless controller, one USB-C cable, one USB-C wireless dongle, two thumbsticks, and two back paddles in the package. You do not need to purchase a separate cable or adapter for the standard wired and low-latency wireless setup.
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For Xbox setup, have the console powered on and an available USB port for either the cable or dongle. For PC, SCUF lists Windows 10 and Windows 11 compatibility. A Bluetooth setup also requires access to the host’s Bluetooth settings; the controller will only remain discoverable for a short pairing window.
If you plan to use the Valor Companion App, install the beta from the Microsoft Store on Windows or Xbox. SCUF’s manual says to put the controller in Xbox mode and connect it by USB before opening the app. The app can create and manage profiles, remap buttons, tune thumbsticks and triggers, update firmware, calibrate the controller, and change auto-shutoff settings. It is beta software, so occasional bugs are possible.
How do I connect the Valor Pro Wireless by cable?
Wired mode is the simplest way to establish a first connection and the mode SCUF explicitly recommends for PC when you want a direct connection. Use the supplied USB-C cable and select the platform position before powering the controller.
Wired setup on Xbox
- Turn on the Xbox Series X|S or Xbox One.
- Move the controller’s three-position connection switch all the way left, to the Xbox position.
- Plug the supplied USB-C cable into the controller and an available USB port on the console.
- Press and hold the Nexus button until the controller’s LEDs turn on.
- Wait for the Xbox to recognize the controller, then open a game or the console menu to confirm input.
If nothing lights up, unplug and firmly reconnect both ends of the cable, verify that the switch is fully left, and hold Nexus again. Do not leave the switch in the middle or right position while following the Xbox wired procedure.
Wired setup on Windows PC
- Start the PC and sign in to Windows 10 or Windows 11.
- Move the connection switch to the middle PC position.
- Connect the controller to the PC with the included USB-C cable.
- Press and hold Nexus until the LEDs turn on.
- Allow Windows and your game launcher a moment to identify the controller, then check the game’s controller settings.
Wired PC mode is also the required starting point for the Valor Companion App. SCUF says the controller enters its optional 1,000 Hz polling mode automatically when connected in wired PC mode. That is a product/manual feature rather than an independently measured performance result, and SCUF warns that it should not be used on console or with games and applications that do not support it.
How do I use low-latency wireless on Xbox or PC?
Low-latency wireless uses the supplied USB-C dongle instead of Bluetooth. It is the cable-free mode SCUF documents for both Xbox and Windows PC, and SCUF recommends it alongside wired mode for PC gaming.
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Wireless setup on Xbox
- Power on the Xbox.
- Insert the supplied wireless dongle into a USB port on the console.
- Move the controller’s connection switch to the left Xbox position.
- Press and hold Nexus until the LEDs turn on.
- Give the console a moment to detect the dongle and controller, then test the sticks and buttons in the dashboard.
The dongle must be connected to the Xbox for this mode to work. If the controller powers on but produces no input, check that the dongle is fully seated and that the switch is not in the Bluetooth position.
Wireless setup on Windows PC
- Plug the included wireless dongle into a USB port on the Windows 10 or Windows 11 PC.
- Move the connection switch to the middle PC position.
- Press and hold Nexus until the LEDs turn on.
- Wait for Windows to register the wireless controller, then select it in the game or launcher’s controller menu if necessary.
For PC, this dongle-based mode avoids the Bluetooth pairing process and follows SCUF’s stated recommendation for low-latency play. No numerical latency advantage is established in the supplied documentation, so choose it for the documented connection method rather than an unverified millisecond claim.
How do I pair the controller over Bluetooth?
Bluetooth pairing uses the right-hand switch position and a two-button command. The pairing window lasts 20 seconds, so have the host device’s Bluetooth screen open before you start.
- Move the connection-method switch all the way right to the Bluetooth position.
- Press and hold Nexus until the LEDs turn on.
- Press and hold Nexus and View together for five seconds.
- Release both buttons when the white status LED above Nexus begins blinking rapidly.
- On the host device, open Bluetooth settings and select Valor Pro Wireless Controller.
- Complete the on-screen pairing prompt before the 20-second pairing window expires.
If the controller is not selected in time, it exits pairing mode and may power off. Start again by returning to the Bluetooth position, powering on with Nexus, and repeating the Nexus-plus-View command. Bluetooth discovery is a device-pairing procedure; SCUF’s Xbox instructions instead specify wired or dongle-based wireless, so do not use these Bluetooth steps as the Xbox setup path.
Which connection mode should I use?
Use wired mode when you want the most straightforward initial setup, when configuring the companion app, or when you do not want to manage a dongle. Use the supplied dongle for cable-free Xbox or PC play. On PC, SCUF specifically recommends wired or low-latency wireless rather than Bluetooth.
Bluetooth is useful when the host device’s Bluetooth settings are the intended way to add the controller and you do not want to use the supplied dongle. It has a separate switch position and pairing sequence, and it is not interchangeable with the Xbox left-position procedure. Because the supplied sources do not provide measured latency comparisons, there is no evidence-based numerical ranking among the three modes.
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How do I configure the Valor Companion App?
The Valor Companion App beta is available through the Microsoft Store for Windows and Xbox. It can manage profiles, remap buttons, tune thumbsticks and triggers, apply firmware updates, calibrate the controller, and set auto-shutoff behavior.
- Move the controller switch to the left Xbox position.
- Connect the controller to the Windows PC or Xbox with the supplied USB-C cable.
- Open the Valor Companion App beta from the Microsoft Store.
- Use the app to create or edit a profile, change mappings or tuning, perform calibration, update firmware, or adjust auto-shutoff.
- Save the profile to one of the controller’s three onboard memory slots when you want it available without leaving the app open.
SCUF’s guide includes an important PC-specific limitation: navigate the app with the controller, because mouse clicks do not work for PC users. Keep the app in focus while operating it. If the app behaves unexpectedly, remember that it is beta software and may contain bugs; reconnect by USB and reopen it before attempting a firmware or calibration operation again.
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The manual describes three preset paddle-profile configurations selected with the Profile button on the back of the controller. The companion app lets you create, edit, delete, and save custom profiles to three onboard memory slots. This gives you a way to switch mappings from the controller after configuration instead of rebuilding them each time.
Profile storage is separate from the connection method. Changing from Xbox to PC or Bluetooth requires the appropriate switch position and connection procedure even if the same profile remains saved. If a paddle appears to perform the wrong action, check the active profile in the app or cycle the Profile button before changing the wireless connection.
What is the 1,000 Hz PC mode?
The manual describes 1,000 Hz polling as a PC-only mode that the Valor Pro Wireless enters automatically in wired PC mode. It is optional, not a prerequisite for ordinary controller setup. SCUF warns not to use that mode on console and notes that some games or applications may not support it.
To avoid compatibility problems, leave the controller in a normal supported mode unless a particular PC game or application is known to work with the manual’s 1,000 Hz setting. The 1,000 Hz figure is a product specification from the manual, not an independent test measurement.
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What should I do if the controller will not connect?
No LEDs appear
Confirm that the USB-C plug is fully inserted, the console or PC is awake, and you are holding Nexus rather than tapping it. For a wireless attempt, verify that the dongle is plugged into the host and that the switch is in the left Xbox or middle PC position, not the right Bluetooth position.
The console or PC does not recognize wireless mode
Remove and reinsert the supplied dongle, move the switch to the correct platform position, and hold Nexus again. Test the controller by cable; wired mode helps distinguish a power or controller issue from a dongle connection issue. On Xbox, follow the left-position procedure; on PC, follow the middle-position procedure.
Bluetooth pairing fails
Open Bluetooth settings before entering pairing mode, then hold Nexus and View together for five seconds and watch for the rapidly blinking white LED. Select Valor Pro Wireless Controller within 20 seconds. If the controller powers off, repeat the sequence rather than trying to select a stale entry.
The companion app cannot be controlled on PC
Use the controller itself to navigate the app and keep the app in focus; SCUF says mouse clicks do not work for PC users. Connect by USB in Xbox mode before launching the app, and remember that the beta may contain bugs.
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Check which paddle profile is active, then use the companion app’s profile, calibration, mapping, and tuning controls. Save the corrected configuration to one of the three onboard memory slots. If an update or calibration is interrupted, reconnect by USB and restart the app rather than switching connection modes mid-operation.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.How do I move between Xbox, PC, and Bluetooth?
Changing platforms is mainly a matter of selecting the correct switch position and repeating that mode’s connection step. Left selects Xbox, middle selects PC, and right selects Bluetooth. The Xbox and PC positions use either the cable or the supplied dongle; Bluetooth uses the Nexus-and-View pairing command.
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When moving between Xbox and PC wirelessly, move the dongle to the new host, select the matching platform position, and hold Nexus until the LEDs turn on. When moving to Bluetooth, remove the dongle from the workflow, select the right position, and enter pairing mode from the host’s Bluetooth settings. If the new host does not respond, start with a wired connection and verify the controller before troubleshooting wireless discovery.
Official setup references
SCUF’s Xbox and PC connection guide contains the platform switch positions and button sequences. The Valor Pro manual and quick-start guide covers profiles, the companion app, calibration, firmware, and the 1,000 Hz PC-only detail. SCUF’s Valor Pro Wireless product page lists compatibility and the included cable, dongle, thumbsticks, and paddles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to buy a separate wireless adapter or USB-C cable?
No. SCUF lists one USB-C cable and one USB-C wireless dongle in the Valor Pro Wireless package. Use those supplied accessories for the wired and low-latency wireless procedures.
Does the Valor Pro Wireless work with Xbox One as well as Xbox Series X|S?
Yes. SCUF lists Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows 10/11 among the controller’s compatible platforms. The Xbox connection procedure is the same left-switch-position workflow for both Xbox generations.
Why does the controller turn off while I am pairing Bluetooth?
Bluetooth discovery is time-limited. If the controller is not selected during its pairing window, it exits pairing mode and may power off; reopen Bluetooth settings and start the Nexus-and-View sequence again.
Can I configure profiles without using the companion app?
The controller includes three preset paddle-profile configurations that you can select with the rear Profile button. Custom profile creation, editing, deletion, and saving to onboard memory slots are handled through the Valor Companion App beta.
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