This manual introduces the ports and buttons, specifications, power on/off instructions, charging instructions, shortcut keys, game settings, and troubleshooting methods for the RG52 MINI handheld game console.


Ports & Buttons


Package Contents

Item Quantity
Handheld Game Console ×1
Type-C Charging ×1
Instruction Manual ×1
Screen Protector ×1

RG52 MINI Specifications

Item Specification
Display 5.5-inch IPS display, resolution 1280×720
CPU Rockchip RK3562 Super Quad-Core Cortex-A53, Quad-Core@2.0GHz
Interface 1× TYPE-C (OTG+DC)
1× 3.5mm standard stereo headphone jack
1× TF card slot (OS/GAME), supports up to 1TB
1× HDMI port
Buttons PWR/RST/V+/V-/L1/L2/R1/R2/SELECT/START/HOME/BACK
X/Y/A/B/U/R/L/D, joystick with 3D confirmation button
Motor Vibration motors ×2
Wi-Fi 2.4G Wi-Fi
LED 2× Joystick Ambient Lights: RGB (Red/Green/Blue), supports 7-color combinations
System EE
Games PSP, DC, NEO, MD, MSX, CPS1, CPS3, CPS2, GB, GBA, GBC, NES, NDS, N64, NAOMI, MAME, and more
Software External Games
Language Multi-language support
Speaker Function 8Ω 1W dual-box cavity speakers
Battery 5000mAh polymer lithium-ion battery, 8-hour battery life
Other Features Built-in dual 3D joysticks + vibrant ambient lighting, Hall-effect linear triggers, OTG wireless controller support, online multiplayer support, 3.5mm stereo headphone support, power-saving settings, display brightness, etc.

Basic Operations

Power On/Off Instructions

Power On

Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds, wait patiently for about 20 seconds to enter the operation interface.

Power Off

Press and hold the power button for 7 seconds to display the shutdown menu.

Press the A button by default to shut down.

Note: Please exit the game before shutting down.

Charging Instructions

When the host's red light turns on, charge it promptly by connecting the charging cable to the DC port.

The red light will automatically turn off when fully charged.

Note: Do not press the reset button while charging. The charger must not exceed 5V/2A.


Shortcut Keys & Game Controls

System Reset

Press and hold the left joystick + L2, then press the Y button three times.

Game Shortcut Keys

Function Shortcut
Save game progress SELECT + R1
Load saved game progress SELECT + L1
Exit game SELECT + START
Show FPS SELECT + B
Pause game SELECT + A
RA Menu SELECT + X

PSP Save Game

Press SELECT + B to enter the PSP menu.

Select:

Settings > System > Auto Load/Save State > Slot 1

Then select:

Back > Save State

Finally select:

Exit to Menu > Exit

NDS Game Button Instructions

  • Press R2 to switch screen display.
  • Press the right joystick to show full screen.
  • Press the left joystick to enter the game background menu.

System & Interface Settings

How to Unlock Child Mode?

Press the START button, select UNLOCK USER INTERFACE MODE, press A, then press AAABA in sequence to unlock.

How to Configure Global, Emulator-Specific, and Game-Specific Settings?

There are three ways to configure settings.

1. Global Settings

Set in the Game Settings section of the ES menu.

2. Emulator-Specific Settings

Go to:

Game Settings > PER-SYSTEM ADVANCED CONFIGURATION

3. Game-Specific Settings

Hold the A button on a game name and adjust settings in:

Advanced Game Options

Priority: Game-Specific > Emulator-Specific > Global Settings

How to Change the Theme?

Press START, select User Interface Settings, press A, then choose Background Theme and switch to your preferred theme.

How to Adjust Screen Brightness?

  1. Press the START button to open the selection menu.
  2. Select System Settings and press A.
  3. Choose Brightness.
  4. Use the Left D-pad to decrease brightness.

How to Change Language?

  1. Press the START button to open the selection menu.
  2. Navigate to System Settings > Language and press A.
  3. Select your preferred language and confirm with A.
  4. A system restart is required.
  5. Return to the previous menu.
  6. Go to Exit Options.
  7. Select Restart.

Game Display Settings

Game Display Aspect Ratio Adjustment

1. Open the Aspect Ratio Settings

Press START to open the selection menu, choose Game Settings, then press A.

Scroll down to Game Screen Ratio and select the desired aspect ratio.

2. X/Y (Custom Ratio)

Adjust based on your screen resolution.

For example, a resolution of 640×480 matches a 4:3 ratio.

Setting the display ratio to 4:3 will make most games appear in the corresponding aspect ratio, although some games may still have black borders due to their original design.

3. CORE PROVIDED VIDEO (Original Aspect Ratio)

This setting uses the emulator core's default resolution, ensuring games display in their original aspect ratio without distortion.

If an arcade vertical shooter is displayed horizontally, forcing X/Y (stretched) may severely distort the image.

CORE PROVIDED VIDEO preserves the correct proportions.

Some GB/GBC games may also appear distorted when stretched to full screen.

Note: Some games inherently have black borders and cannot fill the entire screen.


Emulator & Game Settings

How to Switch Emulator Cores?

If a game fails to run, the likely reason is that the emulator core does not support it.

In the game list, select the problematic game and hold the A button for 2 seconds.

Choose the second-to-last option:

Advanced Game Options

Try changing the first option Emulator to a different core.

If none of the cores work, the game ROM may be faulty. Please provide feedback for correction.

How to Set Side B in FDS Games?

Some FDS games require setting Side B to start.

If prompted to set Side B when launching a game:

  1. Press the L1 button to configure Side B.
  2. The game will then load normally.

Game Library Management

How to Add a Game to Favorites?

  1. Navigate to the game you wish to favorite in the game list.
  2. Press and hold the A button to open the context menu.
  3. Select Add to Favorites.
  4. Press A again to confirm.
  5. The selected game will now appear in your Favorites list.

How to Add Games?

  1. Insert the TF card into your computer and open the EE_ROMS drive.
  2. Place downloaded games in the corresponding emulator folder.
  3. Put game images in /media/screenshot.
  4. Open gamelist.xml with a text editor.
  5. Add the new game's information following existing entries and save.
  6. Eject the TF card.
  7. Insert it back into the device.
  8. Power on the device.
  9. The newly added games will appear in your library.

Troubleshooting EE_ROMS

If the EE_ROMS drive does not show, go to:

This PC > Manage > Disk Management

Locate the drive, right-click it, and select:

Change Drive Letter and Paths

Assign an available drive letter. The EE_ROMS drive should now be accessible.


Troubleshooting Guide

1. Screen Dims After Power-On

If the screen dims a few seconds after turning on the device while audio and controls remain functional, perform the System Reset.

Press and hold Left Joystick + L2, then press Y three times.

2. “System Read Error” on Startup

If the device displays a “System Cannot Be Read” message:

  • Remove and reinsert the SD card, then restart.
  • Insert the card into the TF1 slot and reboot.
  • If unresolved, execute the System Reset.

3. Games Not Loading Properly

If certain games fail to launch, try changing the emulator core as instructed above.

4. Charging Requirements

Always use a 5V/2A or lower charger to avoid potential power-related issues.

5. General Troubleshooting

If problems persist, please contact customer service for further assistance.

 

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