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Unable to Pair a New Bluetooth Audio Device to Nintendo Switch 2

Nintendo Switch 2

Steps for when you try to pair a new Bluetooth audio device, such as headphones, to your Nintendo Switch 2 console, but you are unable to successfully pair the device.

Note: If you are trying to connect a Bluetooth audio device that you have previously paired, follow our steps for Unable to Connect to a Saved Bluetooth Audio Device on Nintendo Switch 2 instead.

What to do

  1. Update your console to the latest system version.
  2. Restart the console.
  3. Power off your Bluetooth audio device and then power it on again. Ensure it is charged and in a searchable state or pairing mode.
    • Follow the instructions for your specific Bluetooth audio device to enable it to be paired.
  4. Make sure you are not using local wireless features on the console, such as local multiplayer or GameShare across multiple consoles.
    • Bluetooth audio cannot be used at the same time as local wireless.
  5. Make sure no more than two wireless controllers are paired to the console.
    • Only up to two wireless controllers can be paired while using a Bluetooth audio device.
  6. Move your Bluetooth audio device closer to your console and ensure there is no metal or electronic equipment between the audio device and the console.
  7. Return to the Bluetooth AudioAn image highlighting the Bluetooth Audio settings within the System Settings on Nintendo Switch.Audio a través de BluetoothUna imagen que resalta la configuración de audio Bluetooth dentro de la configuración del sistema Nintendo Switch.Appareils BluetoothUne image mettant en évidence les paramètres audio Bluetooth dans les paramètres de la console sur Nintendo Switch.Áudio BluetoothUma imagem destacando as configurações de áudio Bluetooth na Configuração do console no Nintendo Switch. settings in System Settings and select Pair to search for Bluetooth audio devices in range again. Select your Bluetooth audio device’s name when it is found.
  8. Try to pair a different Bluetooth audio device.
    • If another Bluetooth audio device pairs successfully, then there may be an issue with the original device.

Situation not resolved

If the issue persists, follow any troubleshooting steps recommended by the device manufacturer.

If still no Bluetooth audio devices can pair successfully, then the console will need to be serviced.

For your convenience, Nintendo provides a quick and easy-to-use online service request process.

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