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• Even without linking an Amazon.com account, you can browse Amazon Instant Video.

• However; to purchase, rent, or watch videos, you must first link your Wii to an Amazon.com account. (How To)

• If you have a valid Amazon Prime subscription, and you link your Amazon.com account to your Wii, you will have access to thousands of streaming movies and TV shows through Prime Instant Videos.

• Amazon Instant Video has over 145,000 videos including the latest movies and in-season TV episodes.
• Users who link their Wii console to their Amazon.com account can purchase, rent, and watch videos through the Amazon Instant Video application on the Wii.
• Additionally, users who have a valid Prime subscription can watch Prime Instant Videos (all Prime videos are clearly marked within the application) at no additional cost.

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• Your Video Library is a collection of all videos that have been purchased or rented on any Amazon-compatible device. All purchased or rented videos are automatically added to Your Video Library.
• Your Watchlist allows you to "bookmark" videos for easy access later. You can include any video in Your Watchlist, regardless of whether the video has been purchased or rented, or whether the video is Prime or not.

• Similar to Your Video Library, videos added to Your Watchlist on any Amazon-compatible device will be available on Your Watchlist when using Amazon Instant Video on the Wii.

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• When streaming videos over the Internet, faster Internet speeds generally result in higher video quality.
• For most video on demand services on the Wii, a download speed of 1.5Mbps or higher is recommended for a consistent playback experience.

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• No. The Wii console can display resolutions up to 480P.

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• Amazon Instant Video is only available in the U.S.
• For more information on the availability of Amazon Instant Video, please visit www.amazon.com.

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• For questions and support related to your Amazon.com account or Amazon Instant Video content, click here to contact Amazon Customer Service.
• Additionally, you can e-mail Amazon Customer Service for support at
  wii-aiv-feedback@amazon.com.

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A channel is essentially an application or area of content available for an individual console. Channels mean that, within the system, a variety of very exciting content can be accessed from the Wii Channel Menu.

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Description:

The Internet Channel features a Web browser made by Opera Software, which allows users to surf the World Wide Web. This browser can be used to access web sites, perform web searches, etc. Wii owners who are connected and have activated the Wii Shop Channel can download the Opera browser to activate the Internet Channel of the Wii Menu and begin surfing the Web. A broadband Internet connection is required. The Internet Channel costs 0 Wii Points to download, and is available in the Wii Shop Channel, in the Wii Channels section.

Important Note!

The information on this page describes the features found in the latest version of the Internet Channel (ver. 9.30). You can identify the version number of your Internet Channel by selecting the Opera/Home icon in the tool bar of the browser, then clicking on the "Opera Powered" icon at the top of the screen.

Key Features:

• The Internet Channel supports http and https. It is not compatible with other types of protocols, such as ftp, mailto, etc.
• USB keyboard support is only available for version 9.30. Visit the Wii Channels section of the Wii Shop Channel to obtain the latest version.
• The Internet Channel is compatible with Flash, up to version 8. It is compatible with all earlier versions, but versions higher than 8 will not be compatible. There is currently no way to download and install higher versions of the Flash Player to the Wii console.
• Access to the Internet Channel can be restricted through the Wii console's Parental Controls. If the controls are enabled, a PIN must be entered before the Internet Channel can be accessed.
• When entering website address, you do not need to type in "http://"; however, websites that begin with "https://" will need to be entered in full.
• The Classic Controller, Nintendo GameCube Controller, and Nunchuk are not used with the Internet Channel. In addition, only one Wii Remote will work with the Internet Channel at a time.
• Many types of video playback, such as QuickTime (.avi) and Windows Media Video (.wmv) are not compatible with the Opera Browser and will not play.
• The Wii console supports cookies. At this time, there is no way to delete cookies without deleting the Internet Channel's saved data from the system memory. (How To)

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The Internet Channel supports several Web applications and file types, such as .gif and .jpg images, as well as JavaScript. Please note that it does not support .PDF documents or Java applets.

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It is not possible to download and/or upload files or other items with the Internet Channel, or to install plugins or executable files. Please note that when an official update is available for the Wii console, you will be notified by an on-screen message the next time you connect online.

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The Classic Keyboard 200, manufactured and sold by Logitech, is compatible with Nintendo's Wii console. Most other standard USB keyboards should also be compatible.

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The Internet Channel will display video and audio in Flash, version 8 or earlier. All other types of streaming video and audio are not supported (mp3, streaming news, etc.).

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The Internet Channel will display video in Flash, version 8 or earlier. All other video types, such as QuickTime (.avi) and Windows Media Video (.wmv) will not display. Flash movies made in a version of Flash higher than 8 will not play.

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Yes. Zoom in by pressing the "+" Button on the Wii Remote. Zoom back out by pressing the "-" Button on the Wii Remote.

Description:

Key Features:

• Instantly watch TV episodes & movies streamed from Netflix.
• Watch as often as you want, anytime you want.
• Titles are conveniently organized into a variety of categories based on members' personal preferences.
• Members have the ability to read synopses and rate movies.
• Parental Controls can be configured to restrict access to Netflix on the Wii.

Related Articles:
Click here for more detailed information on using Netflix Instant Streaming.
Click here for troubleshooting related to Netflix Instant Streaming.

Answer:

No, the Wii does not download the content all at once. Instead, the Wii shows the list of titles that you've added to your Netflix Instant Queue. When you choose to watch a Netflix title, the Wii streams the movie over the Internet, generally starting playback in 30 seconds or less.

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No. The Wii console can display resolutions up to 480P.

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The Wii console's parental controls are designed around video game ratings and not film ratings, so it's not possible to block based on rating. However, parental controls can be set to block content that is not subject to game rating (click here for more information).

If you wish to restrict adding certain content to your instant queue or browsing certain content with the Wii console, you can set the maturity level restriction on your Netflix account. For more information about the maturity level restriction, please visit www.netflix.com

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When watching Netflix online content using the Wii console, yes. If Internet connectivity is lost while watching Netflix online content, an error/status message will appear indicating that the connection has been lost.

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Netflix movies can be watched on a PC while on the Netflix site or on a TV via the Wii console. Movies cannot be copied or transferred to other devices.

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Yes. Netflix content can be forwarded and rewound using the +/- buttons on the Wii Remote.

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To view Netflix Watch Instantly content on your TV via your Wii console, you need an active Netflix account that allows the viewing of unlimited online content, a high-speed Internet connection (recommended 3.0 Mbps or higher for DVD quality), and a TV. We recommend connecting the Wii console to a router as well.

Description:

Stream TV episodes and movies on TV via your Wii.

Key Features:

• Hulu Plus is the only video subscription service to bring current TV programming from five of the six top broadcast networks (ABC, NBC, FOX, The CW, Univision) to your Wii console - all for a low subscription fee with limited advertising.
• Hulu Plus has content for the whole family, including favorites like Arthur, Barney, Bob the Builder, Thomas & Friends and many more.
• For many popular shows on the service, Hulu Plus offers every episode of the current season, not just a handful of recent episodes.
• Hulu Plus subscribers also have access to back seasons and full runs of some of TV's greatest shows.

More Information:

Click here for more detailed information on using Hulu Plus.
Click here for troubleshooting related to Hulu Plus.

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Hulu Plus is the only video subscription service to bring current TV programming from five of the six top broadcast networks (ABC, NBC, FOX, The CW, Univision) to TVs, gaming consoles, Blu-ray players, mobile tablets and phones – all for $7.99/month with limited advertising. Hulu Plus has content for the whole family including kids, such as PBS Kids’ Arthur, Dinosaur Train and Wild Kratts. Hulu Plus is a complement to the free Hulu service available on PCs only. For many popular shows on the Hulu service, Hulu Plus offers every episode of the current season, not just a handful of recent episodes. Hulu Plus subscribers also have access to back seasons and full runs of some of TV's greatest shows, including many that were not available online before.

The Hulu Plus subscription service is available on the Wii. The Hulu Plus interface has been optimized on the Wii console to work well with the Wii Remote controller. Users can easily point and click with the Wii Remote as they navigate through Hulu Plus content. Users can also use the directional pad for a simplified experience.

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To view Hulu Plus content on your TV via your Wii console, you need the following:

• An active Hulu Plus account
• A high-speed Internet connection (recommended 1.0 Mbps or higher)

We recommend connecting the Wii console to a router as well.

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Hulu Plus is only available in the U.S. at this time.

For additional information, please visit www.hulu.com.

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No. The Wii console can display resolutions up to 480P.

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Not all Hulu Plus content is viewable on the Wii console. When browsing content on the PC, look for this icon:

This icon indicates the content is available to stream on your Wii console.

For more information, please visit http://www.hulu.com/plus.

Description:

Key features:

More Information:

As of June 28, 2013 Nintendo will be discontinuing the service of the News Channel, Forecast Channel, Nintendo Channel, Check Mii Out Channel, Everybody Votes Channel and data exchange between Wii friends on WiiConnect24. Click here for more information.

Description:

Important Note!

The Forecast Channel became available through the December 19, 2006 update. Click here for information about performing the System Menu Update.

Key Features:

• Displays the current forecast instantly from the Wii Main Menu.
• View current, detailed, local weather information:
• Temperature
• Wind direction and speed
• Sun Ultra Violet rating
• Get forecasts for Today, Tomorrow, or the next 5 days.
• View a 3D model of the Earth and access weather forecasts for selected locations around the world.

More Information:
Click here for more information on using the Forecast Channel.
Click here for troubleshooting for the Forecast Channel.

Description:

Build faces from various parts and create virtual alter egos for yourself, family members, and friends.

Key Features:

• Create and share unique Mii Characters using a variety of available features.
• Receive Mii Characters from other Wii consoles in the Mii Parade.

More Information:
Click here for more information on using the Mii Channel.
Click here for troubleshooting for the Mii Channel.

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Mii Features:

• Choose a Mii to represent yourself in Mii-compatible games
• Carry up to 10 Mii Characters in a remote to transfer to other Wii consoles.
• Send Mii Characters to other Wii consoles in a message whether they're across the street or around the world!
• Exchange Mii Characters with friends via WiiConnect24 and the Mii Parade.

Related Articles:
Making the First Mii

Description:

Note: Only Wii consoles with model number RVL-001 are compatible with Nintendo GameCube Game Discs (learn more)

Key Features:

• When a game disc is inserted, the Disc Channel will display an icon for that game with the edge of a spinning disc to the left of the channel.

• If a System Menu Update is available on the game disc, the Disc Channel will display a spinning disc.

• When no disc is inserted, the Disc Channel will display the Disc Channel icon.

More Information:
Click Here for more information about using discs in the Wii console.
Click Here for disc troubleshooting.

As of June 28, 2013 Nintendo will be discontinuing the service of the News Channel, Forecast Channel, Nintendo Channel, Check Mii Out Channel, Everybody Votes Channel and data exchange between Wii friends on WiiConnect24. Click here for more information.

Message Board Uses:

• Exchange messages with friends and family members.
• Add photos of Miis to your messages.
• Check the console's unique Wii Number.

Wii Number

The unique Wii number is a 16-digit number assigned to the console, which can be used to register Wii friends.

Online Features:

The following features require an Internet connection:

• Send and receive messages from Wii friends' consoles or e-mail addresses.
• Send and receive text messages from cell phones.
• Register Wii friends in the Message Board Address Book.

Note: You can only exchange messages or use other Internet-based communication with Wii Friends.

More Information:
Click here for more information related to the Wii Message Board.
Click here for troubleshooting related to the Wii Message Board.

As of June 28, 2013 Nintendo will be discontinuing the service of the News Channel, Forecast Channel, Nintendo Channel, Check Mii Out Channel, Everybody Votes Channel and data exchange between Wii friends on WiiConnect24. Click here for more information.

Description:

Using the international resources of the Associated Press, the News Channel gives Wii users free access to stories in multiple categories from across the country and around the world. The News Channel features an easy-to-use interface for locating and reading news items.

Please note that a compatible internet connection is required to use the News Channel (click here if assistance is needed to connect the Wii console online), and the WiiConnect24 feature must be turned on (more info).

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For the North American market, articles can appear in English, French, and Spanish, depending on which language is selected in the Wii System Settings. Please keep in mind that not all articles are available in multiple languages, and are dependent on the feed from the Associated Press.

Related Articles:
How to change the language

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While the News Channel is loading, place the cursor of the Wii Remote on the cat and press the A Button to receive a tip on using the News Channel.

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Icons that feature the blue circle next to them will allow you a view of the article's focus on an interactive global map. Articles that feature a gray-and-white newspaper icon next to the headline do not contain a link to the globe. For information on working with the global map, click here.

As of June 28, 2013 Nintendo will be discontinuing the service of the News Channel, Forecast Channel, Nintendo Channel, Check Mii Out Channel, Everybody Votes Channel and data exchange between Wii friends on WiiConnect24. Click here for more information.

Description:

Available as a free download from the Wii Channels section of the Wii Shop Channel, the Check Mii Out Channel allows the Miis that have been created to be shown to other people, and to view Miis created by other people from around the world. You can also create Miis based on unique themes and submit them as a part of a contest, or even help judge Miis to find the winners.

Important Note!

• A compatible internet connection is required to use the Check Mii Out Channel (click here if assistance is needed to connect the Wii console online).
• To receive messages from Nintendo (such as announcements on contests and results), the WiiConnect24 feature must be turned on (more info).
• Only one player can use the Check Mii Out Channel at a time.

Key Features:

• Provides an area where users can post Miis they have created to let others vote on their artistic abilities.
• A "contest" area where users compete to create the most accurate likeness of a person or theme suggested by Nintendo.
• The Check Mii Out Channel became available to download on November 11th, 2007.

More Information:
Click Here for more information on using Check Mii Out Channel.
Click Here for troubleshooting for Check Mii Out Channel.

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No, only Miis that were created on the console can be used on the Check Mii Out Channel. Miis created on a different system will need to be re-created on the console before they can be posted on the Check Mii Out channel.

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No, only Miis that were created on the console can be used on the Check Mii Out Channel. Miis created on a different system will need to be re-created on the console before they can be posted on the Check Mii Out channel.

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Parental Controls will need to be set up to restrict online user-to-user communication and the exchange of user generated content. Once this is done, a PIN will need to be entered to access the channel.

As of June 28, 2013 Nintendo will be discontinuing the service of the News Channel, Forecast Channel, Nintendo Channel, Check Mii Out Channel, Everybody Votes Channel and data exchange between Wii friends on WiiConnect24. Click here for more information.

Description:

With the Everybody Votes Channel, Wii users in participating nations can answer popular questions and voice their opinions in national and worldwide polls. To vote, users simply choose a question they want to answer and select one of the two responses, and then come back and see the results. Participants can even predict which answer will get the most votes and learn how far their predictions differ from other people in their nation.

Important Note!

A compatible internet connection is required to use the Everybody Votes Channel (click here if assistance is needed to connect the Wii console online), the WiiConnect24 feature must be turned on (more info).

Key Features:

• Voting is easy for anyone in the family.
• Simply choose a question to answer and select one of the two responses, then come back and see the results!
• There is an option to predict which answer will get the most votes and learn how far the predictions differ from other people in the nation.
• The Everybody Votes Channel first became available to download on February 13th, 2007. An updated version of the Everybody Votes Channel became available for download on October 10, 2007. This is a free upgrade. (How to Download)

More Information:
Click Here for more information on using Everybody Votes Channel.
Click Here for troubleshooting for Everybody Votes Channel.

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The following 29 nations can participate:

• Australia
• Austria
• Belgium
• Brazil
• Canada
• Columbia
• Denmark
• Finland
• France
• Germany
• Great Britain
• Greece
• Guatemala
• Italy
• Japan
• Luxembourg
• Mexico
• The Netherlands
• New Zealand
• Norway
• Panama
• Peru
• Portugal
• Republic of Ireland
• Spain
• Sweden
• Switzerland
• USA
• Venezuela

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No. Total numbers of votes are not displayed.

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This represents the success rate of predicting which answer will get the most votes.

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No. Once the vote has been submitted, there is no way to change the vote.

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Values for "Distance from world opinion" and "How tuned in are you?" appear as "Being prepared" until a certain number of polls have been counted.

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Changes made to the Mii in the Mii Channel more info will automatically appear in the Everybody Votes Channel.

Description:

The Wii + Internet Channel features a video which shows the many advantages of connecting the Wii console to the Internet. The Wii + Internet Video Channel comes pre-installed on Wii consoles shipped in October 2008 and later, and is accessible from the Wii main menu.

Key Features:

• The Wii + Internet Video features a video which shows the many advantages of connecting the Wii console to the Internet.
• It is only available on Wii consoles shipped in October 2008 and later, and cannot be obtained any other way.
• Once the Wii console has been connected to the Internet, there is the option to select this channel. The video can either be kept or deleted. While deleting the video will free up Wii system memory, there is no way of re-downloading the video.
• The video shown on this channel can be viewed by anyone by visiting www.nintendo.com/wii/internet.

As of June 28, 2013 Nintendo will be discontinuing the service of the News Channel, Forecast Channel, Nintendo Channel, Check Mii Out Channel, Everybody Votes Channel and data exchange between Wii friends on WiiConnect24. Click here for more information.

Description:

The Nintendo Channel is an interactive guide to what's new in the world of Nintendo - and it is available for easy download to your Wii from the Wii Shop Channel. Watch trailers, mini-documentaries, product demonstrations, and gameplay videos. Gain useful information about your favorite games on Wii and Nintendo DS from reading the game guide pages. You can even click to buy straight from your Wii, if you have the Internet Channel installed.

Some of the information provided on this channel will also be based on data provided by other users. In addition to the information provided on the Nintendo Channel, you have the option to receive commercial messages on your Wii Message Board that may give you a peek into upcoming Nintendo and third-party products and services.

Updates to the Nintendo Channel

The Nintendo Channel was updated with new features on September 14, 2009. To ensure you always have the most current version of your channels, we recommend that you visit the Wii Shop Channel and perform any available updates.

Please note that a compatible internet connection is required to use the Nintendo Channel (click here if assistance is needed to connect the Wii console online), and the WiiConnect24 feature must be turned on (more info). Certain features of this channel also require that the Internet Channel be installed on your Wii console.

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The ability to restrict the ability to watch videos based on the game's rating can be done through the Parental Controls settings on the Wii console. (This is done through "Highest Game Rating Allowed" setting.)

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In order to provide our customers with game recommendations and improved future services, we are asking our customers to share certain non-personal information with us about their game play and Wii console use. Please note that if you choose to share your non-personal information with Nintendo, all of the information you submit through the Nintendo Channel will be non-identifiable and anonymous unless you have linked your Wii account to your Club Nintendo account.

Anonymous information about your game play data and Wii console use will only be provided to Nintendo if you agree to the terms and conditions stated under the "Data-Sharing Settings" which can be found under the Nintendo Channel Settings. If you agree to share your non-personal information, it will be automatically sent to Nintendo each time you start up the Nintendo Channel.

If you choose to share your non-personal information with Nintendo through the Nintendo Channel, Nintendo will automatically collect the following two categories of information: a summary of your play history ("Today's Accomplishments") and your Wii console settings ("Wii Console Settings"). Please see the chart below for a detailed list and description of the non-personal information Nintendo will automatically collect with your consent. In addition to the data listed below, you may also anonymously share with Nintendo your opinions regarding various games by manually entering and submitting responses to questions posed by Nintendo. This anonymous data is referred to as the "Everyone's Recommendations" data.

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Because the "Purchase" feature uses the Internet Channel to access online retailers' websites, the Internet Channel must be installed on the Wii console for these buttons to be available. For information on the Internet Channel, please click here.

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The DS Download Service is only available as a special "thank you" to those who agree to send their information to Nintendo. To activate this feature, you must first opt-in to sending information to Nintendo (How To).

Description:

The Photo Channel lets you use your Wii console to edit, share, display, and have fun with photos loaded onto your Wii through an SD card.

• View the photos as a slide show.
• Draw on the photos.
• Save the photos to the Wii System Memory in the console using the Wii Message Board.
• Send the pictures to anyone on your list of Wii Friends.

Answer:

The Photo Channel can display or play files in the following formats and sizes:

Image Files:

Format: JPEG, baseline only
Size: Up to 8192x8192

Video Files:

Quicktime (motion JPEG) format (MOV)
AVI (Motion JPEG) format (AVI)

Audio Files:

On Photo Channel 1.0: MP3 format
On Photo Channel 1.1: AAC format (extension .MP4, .m4a audio files)

Important Note!

• Some files in the above formats may not work with the Photo Channel.
• The audio components of some video files may not be playable.
• Using an SD Card with slow transfer speed may result in longer load times or irregular video playback.

Related Articles:
What is Photo Channel Version 1.1?

Answer:

Photo Channel Version 1.1 is an update to the Photo Channel. Photo Channel 1.1 includes the following updates:

• Allows personalization of the Wii Menu by making one of your favorite digital images from an SD memory card as the Photo Channel icon (How To).
• Replaces MP3 compatibility with the ability to play AAC files. AAC files provide a greater sound quality than an MP3 of the same size. This new compatibility will work with MP4 audio files in the .m4a format.

• Please note that once the Photo Channel has been updated to version 1.1, the channel will no longer be able to play MP3 format music files. Wii games that currently have features which use MP3 music files will continue to use the MP3 file format. These Wii games will not be compatible with the AAC files.

• Music files used with the slideshow feature can now be played in a random order.

Related Articles:
How to Get Photo Channel 1.1

Description:

The Wii Speak Channel lets people in up to four locations (who also have the Wii Speak Channel and microphone and have traded Friend Codes) chat with one another using their broadband internet connections. When chatting through the Wii Speak Channel your Mii appears on the TV screen and mimics your chat. You also can leave audio messages for your friends and family members or use Wii Speak to narrate captions for your photos.

Purchasers of the Wii Speak microphone will be able to use the included Wii Ticket Download Number to download the Wii Speak Channel. The Wii Speak microphone is sold separately, or with special bundles of the game Animal Crossing: City Folk.

Please note that a compatible Internet connection is required to use the Wii Speak Channel (click here if assistance is needed to connect the Wii console online), the WiiConnect24 feature must be turned on (more info).

Answer:

Because the Wii Speak microphone is required to use the Wii Speak Channel, the Wii Speak microphone is required in order to download the channel.

Related Articles:
How to Download the Wii Speak Channel

Answer:

Games and other software that display the Wii Speak microphone icon view are designed to work specifically with the Wii Speak microphone accessory.

Any other licensed or unlicensed microphones that are available are not compatible with these games (this includes the microphones for Guitar Hero, Rock Band, etc). Additionally, the Wii Speak microphone will only work with games and other software that display this icon.

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The Wii Speak Channel is a separate program that cannot operate at the same time as another program, such as a game.

Some games, such as Animal Crossing: City Folk, can be made to include a similar type of functionality which will allow players to interact with the Wii Speak microphone. This in-game feature is completely separate from the Wii Speak Channel. The Wii Speak microphone can only be used in games that have been specifically programmed to use it.

Description:

The Wii Fit Channel is an interactive channel that lets users check in each day to track the fitness progress in the Wii Fit and/or Wii Fit Plus game through weight and BMI measurements. The Wii Fit Channel will go directly to the Wii Fit Plaza, which is identical to the Wii Fit Plaza in the game.

Key Features:

• The Wii Fit Channel can do the following, without having to insert or start up the Wii Fit game disc:

• Participate in a Body Test
• Load a Saved Profile and adjust the User Settings
• View a Progress Chart

• The Wii Fit Channel became available on May 19th, 2008 as a Game Disc Download that comes with the Wii Fit game disc.
• The Wii Fit Plus Channel became available on Oct 4, 2009 as a Game Disc Download that comes with the Wii Fit Plus game disc.

More Information:
Click here for more information on using Wii Fit Channel.
Click here for troubleshooting for Wii Fit Channel.

Answer:

• For a consistent viewing experience, you’ll need a broadband Internet connection with download a speed of 500+Kbps.
• If you have questions related to the speed of your Internet connection, please contact your Internet service provider.

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• YouTube for the Wii is only available in the U.S. at this time.

Answer:

• For additional support related to your YouTube account or content found on YouTube, please visit:

http://support.google.com/youtube/