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Wii Operations Manual 148Hx210W Contents To protect your health and safety, and for correct use of the Wii system, please read and follow the instructions in this operations manual before setup or use. Throughout this manual, you will see this symbol followed by WARNING or CAUTION. These terms have different levels of meaning: The official seal is your assurance that this product is licensed or manufactured by Nintendo.
Wii Operations Manual 148Hx210W Health and Safety I n f o r m at i o n WARNING - Seizures Some people (about 1 in 4000) may have seizures or blackouts triggered by light flashes or patterns, and this may occur while they are watching TV or playing video games, even if they have never had a seizure before. Anyone who has had a seizure, loss of awareness, or other symptom linked to an epileptic condition should consult a doctor before playing a video game.
Wii Operations Manual 148Hx210W Components Wii Console Wii Console POWER Button Nintendo GameCube Memory Card Slots Press to turn the console ON or OFF. NOTE: The Power LED does not go out when the power is turned off. Nintendo GameCube Controller Sockets For use with Nintendo GameCube Memory Cards. For use with Nintendo GameCube Controllers. Power LED USB Connectors RESET Connects to USB devices, such as the Wii LAN Adapter. (Sold separately.
Wii Operations Manual 148Hx210W Components Wii Remote™ Nunchuk™ Wii Remote Wrist Strap Pointer Lens Control Stick Press to turn the Wii console ON or OFF. Nunchuk Plug Connects to the External Extension Connector on the Wii Remote. Connector Hook See page 19 for information on wrist strap use. Power Button Sensor Bar Sensor Bar Plug Plugs into the Sensor Bar Connector on the back of the Wii console. See pages 13-17 for installation instructions.
Wii Operations Manual 148Hx210W Components Wii AC Adapter Wii Console Stand AC Plug DC Plug Connects to a 120V AC wall outlet. Connects to the DC Input connector on the back of the Wii console. Wii AV Cable Wii Stand Plate Video Audio (Left) Audio (Right) Plugs into the AV Multi Out connector on the back of the Wii console. 8 RCA Plugs Components Components AV Multi Out Plug Plug into the AV input connectors on a television.
Wii Operations Manual 148Hx210W System Setup Wii Console Usage Precautions Please read and follow the precautions listed below when setting up and using the Wii console. Failure to do so may result in damage to your Wii system or accessories. • Do not use any AC Adapter other than the one provided with your system. Wii Console Placement Vertical Placement NOTE: Choose a location to set up the console that has enough room to allow for free flow of ventilation around the console.
Wii Operations Manual 148Hx210W System Setup Connecting the AV Cable Sensor Bar Setup Wii Console Connecting the Sensor Bar TV Inputs 1. Insert the AV Multi Out plug on the Wii AV Cable into the AV Multi Out connector on the back of the console. 2. Insert the RCA plugs on the Wii AV Cable into the input connectors on the TV, VCR or other audio equipment. VIDEO AUDIO L AUDIO R Insert the Sensor Bar plug into the Sensor Bar connector on the back of the console.
Wii Operations Manual 148Hx210W System Setup Mounting the Sensor Bar Below the Screen 1. Remove the protective film from the foam pads on the bottom of the Sensor Bar. 2. For additional stability, you can add adhesive backed foam tape from the supplied sheet. System Setup • The front of the Sensor Bar should be aligned close to the front of the TV. 14 3. Mount the Sensor Bar to the top of the TV. • The center of the Sensor Bar should be aligned with the center of the TV. 1.
Wii Operations Manual 148Hx210W System Setup Using the Sensor Bar Stand The Sensor Bar Stand can also be used on top of the TV if part of the TV blocks, or prevents proper installation of, the Sensor Bar. Communication between the Wii Remote and the Sensor Bar may be improved in some situations by mounting the Sensor Bar on the Sensor Bar stand; for example, if the TV is sitting on the floor. NO Wii AC Adapter 1.
Wii Operations Manual 148Hx210W System Setup Setup of the Wii Remote After you have completed all steps of the setup procedure and are ready to use the Wii system, you will need to set the appropriate "input select" setting for your TV, VCR or other audio equipment. The remote uses AA batteries. Nintendo recommends high quality alkaline batteries for best performance and longevity of battery life. 1.
Wii Operations Manual 148Hx210W System Setup Standard Mode Synchronization NOTE: Make sure you have placed batteries in the Wii Remote. This procedure allows the remote to communicate with the console. 1. Press the Power button on the Wii console to turn it on. The Wii Remote included with your Wii system has been synchronized with the console at the factory. 2. Remove the battery cover on the back of the remote and press the SYNC. button inside the cover. The Player LEDs will blink.
Wii Operations Manual 148Hx210W Wii System Play Guidelines Using Game Discs Before Inserting a Disc • Turn ON the power for your TV and any audio equipment connected to your gameplay setup. • Select the correct input setting for your TV. (See page 18, TV and Audio/Viedo Settings.) Insert a Game Disc Insert your Game Disc into the Game Disc slot on the front of the console. The Wii console will turn ON automatically. • If your console is placed vertically, the disc label will face to the right.
Wii Operations Manual 148Hx210W Using the Wii Remote Wii Remote Configurations Basic Operations Depending on the game, the way you hold and operate the remote will vary. You may need to hold the remote in either one or two hands. Read the instruction booklet for the game you are playing for information about what kind of gameplay control is required for that game. The remote can be used by itself, or in different configurations when connected up to other Wii accessories.
Wii Operations Manual 148Hx210W Using the Nunchuk Setup and Use of the Nunchuk 2. Insert the Nunchuk plug into the External Extension Connector on the bottom of the remote until it “clicks” into place. Holding the Nunchuk and Wii Remote (Nunchuk Style) Disconnecting the Nunchuk Press the Lock/Release Levers on the sides of the Nunchuk plug and pull the plug straight out of the External Extension Connector on the bottom of the Wii Remote.
Wii Operations Manual 148Hx210W U s i n g N i n t e n d o G a m e C u b e™ Co n t ro l l e r s Setup of Nintendo GameCube Controllers NOTE: When using GameCube Controllers with the Wii console, be sure and use the stand plate to help prevent the console from being tipped over by pulling on the controller cable. (See page 11, Vertical Placement.) Optionally, the console can be placed horizontally.
Wii Operations Manual 148Hx210W Using SD Memory Cards SD Cards are used in many digital cameras and cell phones, and for data storage on PCs. The Wii console only accepts SD memory cards, including miniSD and microSD when used with their respective adapters. An SD memory card can be SD Card miniSD Card microSD Card used to store Wii related data and Adapter and Adapter such as game save information, certain data from the Wii Channel applications, and games downloaded through the Wii Shop Channel.
Wii Operations Manual 148Hx210W Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g • Try a fresh set of batteries. • Try resetting the Wii Remote – remove the batteries, wait one minute, then replace the batteries. Wait a few seconds and then try using the remote again. • The Wii Remote sync information may need to be cleared and the remotes re-synchronized: 1. Turn off the console, wait a moment, then turn the console on again. 2.
Wii Console Manual 148Hx210W Warranty and Service information You may need only simple instructions to correct a problem with your product. Try our website 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).
