WARNING: PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE SEPARATE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BOOKLET INCLUDED WITH THIS PRODUCT BEFORE USING YOUR NINTENDO ® HARDWARE SYSTEM, GAME DISC OR ACCESSORY. THIS BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: READ THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS BEFORE YOU OR YOUR CHILD PLAY VIDEO GAMES Throughout this Instruction Booklet, you will see sections beginning with WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE.
CONTENTS Section 1 Components Nintendo GameCube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Stereo Audio/Video Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Section 2 System Setup Connecting the AC Adapter & Controller . . . . . . . . 7 Connecting to a Stereo TV/VCR using a Stereo AV Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1• COMPONENTS 1• COMPONENTS TOP VIEW Lens Disc Release Button Press to release Game Disc Handle Do not touch Power Button Turns power ON or OFF Name Plate Disc Cover Reset Button Power Indicator Light Lights when power is on Open Button Opens disc cover BACK VIEW FRONT VIEW 1 2 3 4 Controller Sockets DC Input Connector For connection of Nintendo GameCube controllers and accessories (DC 12V IN) Connects the DC Jack of the AC Adapter Memory Card Slots Analog AV Output SLOT A SLOT B (SLOT A
1• COMPONENTS 1• COMPONENTS BOTTOM VIEW Nintendo GameCube AC Adapter High Speed Port Serial Port 1 For connection of modem or broadband adapter (Sold separately, see back cover for purchasing information).
1• COMPONENTS 2 • SYSTEM SETUP Connecting the AC Adapter and Controller Nintendo GameCube Controller R Button L Button Z Button Start/ Pause Y Button Control Stick X Button A Button +Control Pad B Button Please review the Hardware 1 IMPORTANT: Precautions/Maintenance section of the separate Precautions Booklet included with this product before setting up the Nintendo GameCube. Insert the DC Jack into the DC Input Connector on the back of the console.
2 • SYSTEM SETUP 2 • SYSTEM SETUP Connecting to a Stereo TV or VCR Using the Stereo AV Cable (included) Connecting to a Stereo TV (Digital Ready) Using a Stereo AV Cable and Component Video Cable (For Nintendo GameCube Model No.
2 • SYSTEM SETUP 2 • SYSTEM SETUP Connecting to a MONO TV or VCR (No Stereo Sound) Connecting to a TV without AV Inputs Using a RF Switch and RF Modulator (Sold separately, see back cover for purchasing information.) TV or VCR Inputs VIDEO IN (Yellow) TV Input AUDIO IN (White) ANTENNA IN RF Modulator To console ANALOG AV OUT To console ANALOG AV OUT "Y" Adapter RF Switch (optional) (Not included - purchase from an electronics supply store.
3 • SYSTEM OPERATION 3 • SYSTEM OPERATION IMPORTANT: Please review the Game Disc Precautions/Maintenance sections of the separate Health and Safety Precautions Booklet included with this product before using Nintendo GameCube Discs. After making the necessary connections described in Section 2, System Setup, make sure that there is unrestricted air flow to the Nintendo GameCube. Once the system is properly located, continue with the instructions below.
4 • MAIN MENU 3 • SYSTEM OPERATION 1 Removing a Game Disc Accessing the Main Menu While the power is ON, push the Open Button to open the Disc Cover (Illustration 1). The Main Menu allows you to set the date and time, see information about the Game Disc loaded into the Nintendo GameCube, set various options, and access Memory Card information and options. NOTE: If the Disc Cover is opened while the power is OFF, the Game Disc may still be spinning.
4 • MAIN MENU 4 • MAIN MENU Game Play Screen Calendar Screen From the Main Menu Screen, go to the Game Play Screen by pushing UP on the Control Stick. From the Main Menu Screen, go to the Calendar Screen by pushing RIGHT on the Control Stick. Press the A Button to display information about the Game Disc that is currently loaded into the Nintendo GameCube. Press the A Button to display Calendar Menu choices of Date or Time. Press START to begin the game. Press the B Button to return to the Main Menu.
4• MAIN MENU 4• MAIN MENU Memory Card Screen Moving a File NOTE: A Nintendo GameCube Memory Card is required to save game information (Sold separately, see back cover for purchasing information). See the instruction booklet for the game you are playing for instructions on using a Memory Card to save game information. From the Main Menu Screen, go to the Memory Card Screen by pushing DOWN on the Control Stick. the Control Stick to highlight the file that you want to 1 Use move and press the A Button.
4 • MAIN MENU 5 • TROUBLESHOOTING Before seeking assistance review the following problems and solutions: Erasing a File the Control Stick to highlight the file that you want to 1 Use erase and press the A Button. the Control Stick to select "ERASE" and press the A 2 Use Button. PROBLEM No picture on TV screen. • Make sure that the Nintendo GameCube, TV and VCR (if used) are plugged into power outlets.
5 • TROUBLESHOOTING 5 • TROUBLESHOOTING Before seeking assistance review the following problems and solutions: PROBLEM No Sound The Power Indicator Light on the console does not come on, or goes off during game play. 22 SOLUTION • Check if the TV volume is turned off or muted. • Check the audio connections between the Nintendo GameCube and the TV or VCR and review pages 8-10 to be sure the system is set up correctly.
6 • ERROR MESSAGES 5 • TROUBLESHOOTING Before seeking assistance review the following problems and solutions: PROBLEM For RF switch connections only: Game display on TV is fuzzy, has no color or has "snow" on it. The controller does not work properly. The controller buttons occasionally stick. 24 SOLUTION • Make sure that all connections between the RF Switch, RF Modulator, console and your TV or VCR are correct and secure. (See page 11) • Try adjusting any fine tuning and contrast controls on the TV.
8• 7 • WARRANTY INFORMATION Warranty and Service Information Rev. O You may need only simple instructions to correct a problem with your product. Try our web site at www.nintendo.com or call our Consumer Assistance Hotline at 1-800-255-3700, rather than going to your retailer. Hours of operation are 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., Pacific Time, Monday - Sunday, (times subject to change).
