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Set Up of the Wii Balance Board

The Wii Balance Board uses four AA batteries. Use only high quality alkaline batteries for the best play experience and longevity of battery life. Please read the following information carefully.

Important! The Wii Balance Board can not be recognized ("synced") by the Wii system until you have been instructed to sync the Wii Balance Board during the on-screen instructions of the game you are playing (such as Wii Fit).

 

Installing the Batteries

    Important Note: If you would like to use rechargeable batteries, the only type of battery recommended are Nickel Metal Hydride batteries. When it comes to using rechargeable batteries, you must follow manufacturer guidelines for safety and proper usage. Failure to do so could cause damage to the Wii Remote and void the warranty.

  1. Remove the battery cover on the bottom of the Wii Balance Board and insert four AA batteries according to the diagram.

  2. Be sure to insert the negative(-) end first when inserting new batteries, and remove the positive (+) end first when replacing the batteries.

 

 

 

 

Placing the Wii Balance Board properly

  1. Place the Wii Balance Board directly in front of the TV with the Power Button (blue light) facing away from the TV.

  2. Make sure that the Wii Remote can be used within 3 to 10 feet of the sensor bar when standing on the Wii Balance Board.

  3. Ensure there is adequate space between the player and any objects or people (at least 3 feet).

  4. Make sure the board is on a stable, flat, horizontal surface. Avoid slippery surfaces.

  5. Verify that the balance sensors are in direct contact with the floor. If carpet or other material comes in contact with the bottom of the board, install the foot extensions.

 

 

 

Synchronizing the Wii Balance Board with the Wii Console

Important! Please read the following to ensure a correct sync:

  • Synching can be completed only if a compatible game disc is running in the console. Compatible game discs (such as Wii Fit) will display the Wii Balance Board icon on their packaging.
  • The Wii Balance Board must be synced to each compatible game individually.
  • These sync settings will be saved even after the console is turned off.

Follow these directions to sync the Wii Balance Board (so that it is recognized by the Wii console):

  1. Insert a Wii Balance Board compatible game disc (such as Wii Fit) in the Wii console.

  2. Use the Wii Remote to select the Disc Channel from the Wii Menu, then select "Start" to begin the game.

  3. Open the SD Card slot cover on the front of the Wii console.

  4. Remove the Battery Cover on the bottom of the Wii Balance Board.

  5. Press and release the SYNC button on the Wii Balance Board. The Power LED on the board will start blinking.

  6. Press and release the SYNC button on the console while the Power LED on the board is still blinking.

  7. The Power LED will stop blinking and light steadily once the synchronizationis complete.

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    Basic Operations of the Wii Balance Board:

    Most of the basic activities involving the Wii Balance Board are done using the positions shown below. There may be other types of activities depending on the type of game being played. The game's instruction manual will have more details on game-specific controls.

 

 

 

 

 

    Attaching the Foot Extensions

    For proper operation of the Wii Balance Board, it is important that no object or material, such as carpeting, touches the bottom surface of the board. Wii Balance Board foot extensions (included in the package) can be added to the Balance Sensors if it is being used on thick carpet.

    1. Turn the Wii Balance Board over and remove any dust or dirt from the Balance Sensors.

    2. Carefully push the foot extensions straight onto the sensors. Make sure they are pushed on all the way to assure that the board will lay flat and stable.

    3. Return the board to the normal operating position.

 

 

 

    Check battery levels

     

    1. While the Balance Board is powered on, press the HOME Button on the Wii Remote to bring up the Home Menu.

    2. The battery indicator for the board will appear in the P4 position on the menu screen.