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The Wii Console has an internal fan that circulates air through the system. If the console is exposed to excessive dust, smoke, and other contamination these can be drawn into the system, which over time can contaminate the disc drive lens. Nintendo recommends that the following measures be taken to keep the Wii console free of these contaminations.

• Make sure the console is located in a well-ventilated area on a hard, smooth surface. For example, in an entertainment center, on a TV stand, on an open bookshelf, etc. Do not keep the console on carpet, as the fibers of the carpet can trap dust that could be pulled in by the Wii console's fan.
• Check the vents on the system regularly for dust. If any is present, use the soft brush attachment of a vacuum cleaner to gently clean the vents.
• Avoid exposing the system to oils, air freshener, smoke, or other airborne contaminants. For example, avoid spraying air fresheners near the console or preparing food nearby, as this may cause oils to be pulled in by the console's fan. Also avoid allowing cigarette, cigar, or other types of smoke near the console.

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How Do I Clean the System?

Answer:

There are different cleaning methods depending on which part of the console needs cleaning. Please see the topics below to determine which cleaning procedures to use.

Housing/Exterior

Spray a dry cloth with Windex or Simple Green then wipe the system down. Be sure not to get the cloth too wet, because liquid can drip down into the system.

Vents

Use some type of dusting tool, including a dusting attachment for a vacuum. Never use liquid of any type to clean the vents.

System Buttons/Levers/Ports

Nintendo does not have a recommended cleaning method. The system will need to be repaired if these are not working properly.

"Residue" left by vinyl stickers

Some vinyl stickers that can be applied to the outer housing of the Wii console may leave behind a sticky residue when removed. Nintendo has found that the following procedure can be used to remove the residue:

1. Place the fingers of one hand together and wrap a long strip of masking tape around the tips, so that the sticky part is facing outward. Other tape may be used, but we found masking tape to be the most effective.
2. Dab at the sticky areas of the console with the tape to remove the sticky residue.

If unable to remove the residue, and it is interfering with enjoying the Wii console, then the system will need to be repaired. Because this type of damage is not covered under Nintendo's warranty, there will be a charge for the repair. Please click here to set up a repair.

Lens

Nintendo only recommends using the Wii Lens Cleaning Kit. (Note: The Wii Lens Cleaning Kit is out of stock.)

Related Articles:
How Do I Clean the Game Disc?
How Do I Keep the Wii Console Clean/Free From Dust?

Answer:

In order to assist you, we’d like to speak with you directly. Please contact Nintendo Consumer Service Department at your earliest convenience. Our phone number is 1-800-255-3700 and our representatives are available every day from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Pacific Time.

Common Input Select Names

• Input
• Select
• Input Select
• TV/Video (not TV/VCR)
• Line
• Line In
• Source
• EXT
• AUX

Common Input Select Locations

• A button on the remote control (be sure to use the original remote control).
• A button somewhere on the front of the TV, VCR, or DVD-R. Check for buttons under hidden panels.
• An on-screen menu selection.
• A high-numbered channel (90 - 99) or a low-numbered channel (00-02). Channel-down from 3 to access lower channels.

Click here if the input select isn't working.

Click here if a black and white image is appearing.

Information:

Some TV's and VCR's do not have two audio inputs. These are known as monaural (mono) hookups. Because the Wii console normally broadcasts in stereo, it is possible that you may miss certain sounds when connecting to a mono hookup. To adjust for this, there are two options:

Option 1: Adjust to Mono Sound

1. Connect the White (Audio Left) cable to Audio IN.
2. Change the Wii console's sound setting to "Mono" in the system settings.

Option 2: Use a Y-Adapter

• Y-Adapters are optional and must be purchased separately. They can be found at most stores that sell televisions. Connect both the red and white audio cables to the adapter, then insert the other end of the Y-Adapter into the TV's audio in.

Answer:

While many cable boxes, satellite receivers, and set top boxes have inputs for external devices, it's often difficult to find the appropriate input select. We recommend against hooking up a system through a cable box, satellite receiver, or set top box.

If the cable box, satellite receiver, or set top box is connected to the only open inputs on a particular TV, you can attempt to hook up the system to the inputs on the cable box, satellite receiver, or set top box. However we do not have a listing of where the input select will be. Typical locations are:

• The cable box, satellite receiver, or set top box remote. There may be an "input" or "source select" button on the remote.
• An on-screen menu choice. On many cable boxes and satellite receivers, there will be a "menu" button. Navigating through the menus, it may be possible to locate a menu to select the proper input source.

If the input is still unable to be located, you will need to contact the cable or satellite provider for assistance or find another hookup solution.

Answer:

Nintendo home consoles are designed for use through home televisions and VCRs using standard A/V, S-Video, component, or RF connectors (for older systems). Computer monitors typically do not have these connections. However, there are two ways a hookup to a computer monitor could be accomplished:

With a PC TV Card:

A TV card inserted into your PC should allow a system connection if the card has the proper connections (such as RF, A/V, S-Video, component, or Coaxial). However, we have found that the image quality is not as clear as it is on a TV.

With a Direct Connection (RGB or DVI Cables):

Nintendo does not manufacture any cables to make an RGB or DVI connection. While other companies may manufacture wires that can make this possible, we are not able to recommend them as they are not licensed by Nintendo.

Answer:

It is generally not possible to connect a Wii console to a Digital Converter box. These boxes typically only have one coaxial input for the antenna, a single coaxial output, and a set of red, white, and yellow outputs.

The best set up is to connect the system directly to the TV or through a DVD Recorder (DVD-R) or VCR.

Answer:

It is generally not possible to hook up a Nintendo system through a DVD player. DVD players typically do not have inputs to which the Nintendo systems can be attached.

If the DVD Player has inputs, follow the steps here for setting up the system.

Answer:

While it is possible to hookup a Nintendo system through a digital video recorder (e.g. TiVo), it is not recommended. The DVR system will digitize the input signal which causes a delay of up to one second, which can make playing a video game extremely difficult.

Answer:

The Wii console is not compatible with HDMI. If you wish to view the Wii console with a higher quality image, component video cables can be purchased instead.

Information:

Some televisions can be damaged when a stationary image is maintained on the screen for long periods of time, as this could potentially "burn" the stationary image into the screen. This image retention can result from a variety of sources, including test patterns, VCR on-screen programming screens, or picture-in-picture boxes. Playing video games with stationary images or patterns, or leaving video games on hold or pause, may also lead to this type of damage.

• Before using your Nintendo system with any TV, especially front and rear projection type TVs, be sure to review all documentation included with your TV to find out whether video games can be played on the TV without damaging it.
• When taking a short break, place the game on pause and turn the TV off until you are ready to play again.
• If you are not sure about your TV, contact the manufacturer of the TV for more information.
• The Wii console has a built-in screen burn-in reduction feature. More information can be found here

Projection TVs (front and rear):
Due to their design, front and rear projection TVs can be more susceptible to image retention. Remember to be sure to review all documentation included with your TV to find out whether video games can be played on your TV without damaging it.

High-Definition TVs (HDTV):
Projection style HDTVs display the image in much the same manner as other type projection TVs and as such, the same possibility of image retention exists. HDTV's that use a tube screen should be no more susceptible to image retention than standard TVs that use a tube screen. For either type of HDTV, follow the precautions.

Plasma TVs or LCD Screens:
We have no information on Plasma TVs or LCD type TVs. Since image retention is a variable of the TV, please check your TV manual or contact the manufacturer directly before connecting any video game system to your television.

Neither Nintendo nor any of Nintendo's licensees will be liable for any damage to your TV.

Answer:

Unlike our past systems, an RF Switch is not available for the Wii console. The use of RF Switches for system hookup has steadily declined over recent years, and there simply isn't enough demand to offset the development costs that would have resulted from making this accessory available.

If you do not have another option available for hooking up their system besides a coaxial (cable-ready) input on the TV, you will need to purchase a standard RF Modulator at a local electronics store. An RF Modulator should be designed to fit one end onto the coaxial input and the other end able to have the yellow, red, and white connectors inserted.

Information:

Two models of the Wii console have been released:

Model Number RVL-001 Released in November 2006.

Model Number RVL-101 Released in October 2011. Has the same look, feel and function as model RVL-001, with the following exceptions:

• Designed to sit horizontally rather than vertically.
• The Nintendo GameCube controller sockets and memory card slots have been removed.
• The system is not compatible with Nintendo GameCube game discs or accessories.
• The system does not support Wii titles or accessories that require the use of the Nintendo GameCube controller ports. Because they require Nintendo GameCube controller ports to work, the following Wii titles are not compatible with model RVL-101:

  Active Life: Explorer
  Active Life: Extreme Challenge
  Active Life: Magical Carnival
  Active Life: Outdoor Challenge
  Ultimate Party Challenge
  

  The following titles will have limited functionality when used with model RVL-101:

  Dance Dance Revolution
  DanceDanceRevolution II
  Dance Dance Revolution: Disney Grooves
  DanceDanceRevolution Hottest Party
  DanceDanceRevolution Hottest Party 2
  DanceDanceRevolution Hottest Party 3
  Walk It Out
  

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Video game products often have a significant nostalgic value and are still fun to play and own even decades after they're first purchased. Unlike other electronics, such as cell phones, computers and televisions, video game systems are often kept, resold, or handed down to family and friends. As such, we see very limited demand to recycle video game products.

Because video game systems tend to retain their value, Nintendo of America offers a number of options to maximize their continued use, while also offering recycling options to consumers and businesses that help minimize the waste disposal of video game products.

How Nintendo of America helps minimize the waste disposal of video game products:

• Offers a free and convenient Take Back Program for consumers and businesses that would like Nintendo to recycle their products for them. The Take Back program uses a network of convenient UPS locations to ship the products in at no cost. We'll even recycle a competitor's home console for those consumers who have purchased a Nintendo system.
• Offers reasonably-priced and convenient repair options to maximize continued use of current Nintendo systems.
• Continues to offer repair support for Nintendo systems well after retail sales of new products have ended (for example, older Game Boy Advance and Nintendo GameCube systems).
• Remanufactures or refurbishes retailer and consumer returns and utilizes them for repair and replacement programs, as well as for sales into some secondary markets.
• Recycles close to 100% of the materials from any returned products or repair parts that can't be re-used.

How to recycle or repair Nintendo products

• Repair

If your Nintendo system is no longer working, a repair might be an option for you. We offer reasonably-priced repairs on many systems even long after they stop being sold new at retail. Click here for more information on troubleshooting and repairs.

• Take Back Program - Free!

We provide a free courtesy product Take Back Program for the recycling of Nintendo hardware, software, accessories, and rechargeable batteries. In addition, we will also accept a video game console, made by another company, from consumers who have also purchased a Nintendo console.

Once your Take Back order is set up, complete instructions for packaging your shipment and locating a free and convenient UPS location will be provided. If a drop-off location is greater than 5 miles from your location, please call 1-800-255-3700 for free pick-up instructions. If you are interested in sending product to Nintendo for recycling, there are two options for you to choose from:

• Use our convenient online Take Back Program form (U.S. only).
• If you are a business sending in multiple systems, or are a US or Canadian consumer who would prefer to call to set up your product Take Back order, please call Nintendo of America at 1-800-255-3700. Representatives are available between 6:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. (Pacific Time), seven days a week.

Recycle locally and responsibly*

If you'd like to recycle your Nintendo products locally, there are a variety of programs available. Nintendo recommends that you use a recycler with a commitment to supporting environmental stewardship by handling the donated material in a responsible way.

• U.S. Residents, please use the following link to find a recycler in your area:

• http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/conserve/materials/ecycling/donate.htm

• Canadian residents, please use the following links to find recyclers in your area:
• http://www.ec.gc.ca/education/default.asp?lang=En&n=A4F6B414-1
• http://www.nrcan.gc.ca/smm-mms/busi-indu/lin-rec-eng.htm

Additional information on Nintendo of America's recycling efforts: Nintendo supports the goals of certifications such as R2 and e-Steward's, and we believe that a successful national recycling certification must be supported by government, business and affiliated associations. Nintendo partners with a R2 certified national recycler with a commitment to environmental stewardship that meets our Corporate Social Responsibility goals and values, and we require the following from our recycling partner:

• Be certified in Quality, Health and Safety, and Environmental management systems (e.g. ISO 9001, 14001 and 18001), and R2 Responsible Recycling guidelines published by the EPA (http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/materials/ecycling/r2practices.htm.)
• Specifically disallow the export of defective electronics for processing to non-OECD countries.
• Operate a transparent and closed-loop recycling process.
• Wholly support a zero electronics-to-landfill policy and utilize domestic processors for preparation of materials into smelters and refiners.

Any products we receive through our Take Back Program that cannot be reused will be recycled responsibly. In FY 2010 we recycled or reused over 814 tons of materials received from consumers and retailers through our repair and return programs.

Attn: Residents of the state of Maine - All waste video game consoles, televisions, etc. generated by households in Maine must be recycled. For more information about Maine's electronic waste law, please visit the Maine Department of Environmental Protection website at: www.maine.gov/dep/rwm/ewaste.

Attn: Residents of the state of Maryland - Waste televisions, hand-held video game consoles, and other electronic products with display screens exceeding 4 inches generated by households in Maryland must be recycled at no cost to the consumer. Nintendo provides a free courtesy product Take Back Program - click here for the online form. If you require packaging, Nintendo will provide it for free when you contact us at 1-800-448-6797. For information about Maryland's electronic waste law, please visit "Recycling Resources for Residents of Maryland."

Attn: Residents of the state of New York - All waste video game consoles, televisions, etc. generated by households in New York must be recycled. For more information about New York's electronic waste law, please visit the New York Department of Environmental Conservation website at: www.dec.ny.gov/chemical/66872.html.

Attn: Residents of the state of Vermont - All waste video game consoles, televisions, etc. generated by households in Vermont must be recycled. For information about Vermont's electronic waste law, please visit the Vermont E-Waste Recycling Program website at: http://www.anr.state.vt.us/dec/e-waste/.

Attn: Residents of the state of West Virginia - Waste televisions, hand-held video game consoles, and other electronic products with display screens exceeding 4 inches generated by households in West Virginia must be recycled. For information about West Virginia's electronic waste law, please visit the West Virginia Solid Waste Management Board website at: http://www.state.wv.us/swmb/RMDP/EWaste/e-Cycle_WV.html.

Residentes no Brasil - todas as baterias ou pilhas descartadas no Brasil devem ser recicladas sem nenhum custo para o consumidor. Para obter informações sobre o processo de reciclagem de baterias entre em contato com um ponto de coleta em sua cidade ou entre em contato com a AGS Digital Service, telefone: (11) 3875-1333. Para obter maiores informações sobre a Lei de Reciclagem de Baterias no Brasil, por favor visite o website do Ministério do Meio Ambiente em: http://www.mma.gov.br/port/conama/legiabre.cfm?codlegi=589

*Your personal information: If your Wii, Nintendo DSi, or Nintendo 3DS is still functional enough to do so, remove any personal information from it before you sell, donate, or recycle it. For steps on doing this, use these links:

More about Nintendo of America and the environment

Answer:

Because of the interactive nature of the Wii console, an in-vehicle setup is not optimal.

There are a number of entertainment systems currently available for automobiles, boats, etc. Many electronics retailers and car stereo installation companies can provide assistance with the installation of these systems. Exercise caution and determine the proper intended use, safety, warranties, and return policies for any mobile power supply.

In order to install a Nintendo system in a vehicle, you will need a source of electrical power that supplies a dependable, well-regulated 110/120 volt alternating (60 cycle) current. The Nintendo AC adapter must be able to plug into a reliable source of electrical power. Generators and power inverters can be installed in vehicles allowing you to run TVs, VCRs, DVDs or video game systems. The reliability of a generator or power inverter is dependent upon the brand. We strongly recommend thorough research into the various brands to be sure it's a good, quality product. Nintendo's warranty will not cover damage to a Nintendo product caused by an unreliable power source.

Nintendo does not manufacture or sell generators or power inverters. You may want to visit a RV outlet, automobile dealer or auto parts store to find such products.

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One Time Mode Synchronization is used to temporarily use a Wii Remote on another console. This mode can also be used to rearrange the order of the remotes being used, without turning off the power on the console.

One Time Mode does not delete the Standard Mode setting stored in the Wii Remote. In this mode, the Wii Remote will only communicate with the Wii console while the power is on. When the power is turned off, the Wii Remote will lose its sync with the Wii Console. When the power is turned back on again, the Standard Mode settings will return.

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Answer:

Standard Mode Synchronization is used to sync a Wii Remote to a console, add additional Wii Remotes, or to re-synchronize a Wii Remote with the Wii console. Once synchronized, the Wii Remote will stay synced to the console unless you overwrite the settings by syncing the remote to a different console.

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How To Sync Wii Remotes to Wii Console (Standard Mode)

Answer:

A fresh set of alkaline batteries should last, depending on amount and type of use, up to 30 hours. This can vary greatly based on certain factors, such as Wii Remote Speaker Volume, Rumble, battery quality and age, and type of game being played.

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Answer:

The Wii Remote has a built-in rumble device that will shake the Wii Remote at certain points while using the Wii.

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How to Turn the Rumble Feature On or Off

Answer:

The Wii Console has an internal fan that circulates air through the system. If the console is exposed to excessive dust, smoke, and other contamination these can be drawn into the system, which over time can contaminate the disc drive lens. Nintendo recommends that the following measures be taken to keep the Wii console free of these contaminations.

• Make sure the console is located in a well-ventilated area on a hard, smooth surface. For example, in an entertainment center, on a TV stand, on an open bookshelf, etc. Do not keep the console on carpet, as the fibers of the carpet can trap dust that could be pulled in by the Wii console's fan.
• Check the vents on the system regularly for dust. If any is present, use the soft brush attachment of a vacuum cleaner to gently clean the vents.
• Avoid exposing the system to oils, air freshener, smoke, or other airborne contaminants. For example, avoid spraying air fresheners near the console or preparing food nearby, as this may cause oils to be pulled in by the console's fan. Also avoid allowing cigarette, cigar, or other types of smoke near the console.

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How Do I Clean the System?

Answer:

There are different cleaning methods depending on which part of the console needs cleaning. Please see the topics below to determine which cleaning procedures to use.

Housing/Exterior

Spray a dry cloth with Windex or Simple Green then wipe the system down. Be sure not to get the cloth too wet, because liquid can drip down into the system.

Vents

Use some type of dusting tool, including a dusting attachment for a vacuum. Never use liquid of any type to clean the vents.

System Buttons/Levers/Ports

Nintendo does not have a recommended cleaning method. The system will need to be repaired if these are not working properly.

"Residue" left by vinyl stickers

Some vinyl stickers that can be applied to the outer housing of the Wii console may leave behind a sticky residue when removed. Nintendo has found that the following procedure can be used to remove the residue:

1. Place the fingers of one hand together and wrap a long strip of masking tape around the tips, so that the sticky part is facing outward. Other tape may be used, but we found masking tape to be the most effective.
2. Dab at the sticky areas of the console with the tape to remove the sticky residue.

If unable to remove the residue, and it is interfering with enjoying the Wii console, then the system will need to be repaired. Because this type of damage is not covered under Nintendo's warranty, there will be a charge for the repair. Please click here to set up a repair.

Lens

Nintendo only recommends using the Wii Lens Cleaning Kit. (Note: The Wii Lens Cleaning Kit is out of stock.)

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How Do I Clean the Game Disc?
How Do I Keep the Wii Console Clean/Free From Dust?

Answer:

In order to assist you, we’d like to speak with you directly. Please contact Nintendo Consumer Service Department at your earliest convenience. Our phone number is 1-800-255-3700 and our representatives are available every day from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Pacific Time.

Common Input Select Names

• Input
• Select
• Input Select
• TV/Video (not TV/VCR)
• Line
• Line In
• Source
• EXT
• AUX

Common Input Select Locations

• A button on the remote control (be sure to use the original remote control).
• A button somewhere on the front of the TV, VCR, or DVD-R. Check for buttons under hidden panels.
• An on-screen menu selection.
• A high-numbered channel (90 - 99) or a low-numbered channel (00-02). Channel-down from 3 to access lower channels.

Click here if the input select isn't working.

Click here if a black and white image is appearing.

Information:

Some TV's and VCR's do not have two audio inputs. These are known as monaural (mono) hookups. Because the Wii console normally broadcasts in stereo, it is possible that you may miss certain sounds when connecting to a mono hookup. To adjust for this, there are two options:

Option 1: Adjust to Mono Sound

1. Connect the White (Audio Left) cable to Audio IN.
2. Change the Wii console's sound setting to "Mono" in the system settings.

Option 2: Use a Y-Adapter

• Y-Adapters are optional and must be purchased separately. They can be found at most stores that sell televisions. Connect both the red and white audio cables to the adapter, then insert the other end of the Y-Adapter into the TV's audio in.

Answer:

While many cable boxes, satellite receivers, and set top boxes have inputs for external devices, it's often difficult to find the appropriate input select. We recommend against hooking up a system through a cable box, satellite receiver, or set top box.

If the cable box, satellite receiver, or set top box is connected to the only open inputs on a particular TV, you can attempt to hook up the system to the inputs on the cable box, satellite receiver, or set top box. However we do not have a listing of where the input select will be. Typical locations are:

• The cable box, satellite receiver, or set top box remote. There may be an "input" or "source select" button on the remote.
• An on-screen menu choice. On many cable boxes and satellite receivers, there will be a "menu" button. Navigating through the menus, it may be possible to locate a menu to select the proper input source.

If the input is still unable to be located, you will need to contact the cable or satellite provider for assistance or find another hookup solution.

Answer:

Nintendo home consoles are designed for use through home televisions and VCRs using standard A/V, S-Video, component, or RF connectors (for older systems). Computer monitors typically do not have these connections. However, there are two ways a hookup to a computer monitor could be accomplished:

With a PC TV Card:

A TV card inserted into your PC should allow a system connection if the card has the proper connections (such as RF, A/V, S-Video, component, or Coaxial). However, we have found that the image quality is not as clear as it is on a TV.

With a Direct Connection (RGB or DVI Cables):

Nintendo does not manufacture any cables to make an RGB or DVI connection. While other companies may manufacture wires that can make this possible, we are not able to recommend them as they are not licensed by Nintendo.

Answer:

It is generally not possible to connect a Wii console to a Digital Converter box. These boxes typically only have one coaxial input for the antenna, a single coaxial output, and a set of red, white, and yellow outputs.

The best set up is to connect the system directly to the TV or through a DVD Recorder (DVD-R) or VCR.

Answer:

It is generally not possible to hook up a Nintendo system through a DVD player. DVD players typically do not have inputs to which the Nintendo systems can be attached.

If the DVD Player has inputs, follow the steps here for setting up the system.

Answer:

While it is possible to hookup a Nintendo system through a digital video recorder (e.g. TiVo), it is not recommended. The DVR system will digitize the input signal which causes a delay of up to one second, which can make playing a video game extremely difficult.

Answer:

The Wii console is not compatible with HDMI. If you wish to view the Wii console with a higher quality image, component video cables can be purchased instead.

Information:

Some televisions can be damaged when a stationary image is maintained on the screen for long periods of time, as this could potentially "burn" the stationary image into the screen. This image retention can result from a variety of sources, including test patterns, VCR on-screen programming screens, or picture-in-picture boxes. Playing video games with stationary images or patterns, or leaving video games on hold or pause, may also lead to this type of damage.

• Before using your Nintendo system with any TV, especially front and rear projection type TVs, be sure to review all documentation included with your TV to find out whether video games can be played on the TV without damaging it.
• When taking a short break, place the game on pause and turn the TV off until you are ready to play again.
• If you are not sure about your TV, contact the manufacturer of the TV for more information.
• The Wii console has a built-in screen burn-in reduction feature. More information can be found here

Projection TVs (front and rear):
Due to their design, front and rear projection TVs can be more susceptible to image retention. Remember to be sure to review all documentation included with your TV to find out whether video games can be played on your TV without damaging it.

High-Definition TVs (HDTV):
Projection style HDTVs display the image in much the same manner as other type projection TVs and as such, the same possibility of image retention exists. HDTV's that use a tube screen should be no more susceptible to image retention than standard TVs that use a tube screen. For either type of HDTV, follow the precautions.

Plasma TVs or LCD Screens:
We have no information on Plasma TVs or LCD type TVs. Since image retention is a variable of the TV, please check your TV manual or contact the manufacturer directly before connecting any video game system to your television.

Neither Nintendo nor any of Nintendo's licensees will be liable for any damage to your TV.

Answer:

Unlike our past systems, an RF Switch is not available for the Wii console. The use of RF Switches for system hookup has steadily declined over recent years, and there simply isn't enough demand to offset the development costs that would have resulted from making this accessory available.

If you do not have another option available for hooking up their system besides a coaxial (cable-ready) input on the TV, you will need to purchase a standard RF Modulator at a local electronics store. An RF Modulator should be designed to fit one end onto the coaxial input and the other end able to have the yellow, red, and white connectors inserted.

Answer:

Because of the interactive nature of the Wii console, an in-vehicle setup is not optimal.

There are a number of entertainment systems currently available for automobiles, boats, etc. Many electronics retailers and car stereo installation companies can provide assistance with the installation of these systems. Exercise caution and determine the proper intended use, safety, warranties, and return policies for any mobile power supply.

In order to install a Nintendo system in a vehicle, you will need a source of electrical power that supplies a dependable, well-regulated 110/120 volt alternating (60 cycle) current. The Nintendo AC adapter must be able to plug into a reliable source of electrical power. Generators and power inverters can be installed in vehicles allowing you to run TVs, VCRs, DVDs or video game systems. The reliability of a generator or power inverter is dependent upon the brand. We strongly recommend thorough research into the various brands to be sure it's a good, quality product. Nintendo's warranty will not cover damage to a Nintendo product caused by an unreliable power source.

Nintendo does not manufacture or sell generators or power inverters. You may want to visit a RV outlet, automobile dealer or auto parts store to find such products.

Description:

Information on the types of SD cards that are compatible with the Wii.

Important Note!

While it is possible to use SD standard or SDHC standard based cards, we cannot guarantee that products other than a licensed SD card will work.

Information:

• If you have not yet updated your Wii console to Wii Menu 4.0 (How To) or higher, then your Wii console is only compatible with SD Cards that are 2 GB (Gigabyte) or less. Cards with a capacity higher than 2 GB will likely not work with the Wii console if it has not been updated to 4.0 or higher.
• If you have updated your Wii console to Wii Menu 4.0 (How To) or higher, then your Wii console is compatible with SD Cards that are 2 GB (Gigabyte) or less, and is also compatible with SDHC Cards up to 32 GB. SD Cards with a capacity higher than 2 GB, and SDHC Cards with a capacity higher than 32 GB, will likely not work with the Wii console.
• Cards with a slow speed may experience slow transfer time when loading files, or may not work at all. Slow transfer times can also occur with cards that have a great number of files on them.
• While any SD Card with the above specifications may work, Nintendo has licensed specific SD Cards for use with the Wii console. You can identify these cards by the Nintendo Seal on the packaging of the SD Card. The following is a list of known licensed SD Cards and their manufacturers.

• Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, Inc. (BD&A) Switch and Carry
  2 GB, 1 GB, 512 mb
• SanDisk
  2 GB, 1 GB, 512 mb

• Please note that even with a compatible SD Card, some devices may create image or movie files that are not compatible with the Wii Console.

Answer:

No, game save data cannot be read directly from the SD Card. You will need to copy or move it to the Wii System Memory first.

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How to Move Data To/From an SD Card

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Game files that have been downloaded from the Wii Shop can be stored on an SD card, but cannot be played on another Wii console. However, game save files that are stored on an SD card can be used on another console (unless the game has blocked this functionality).

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Other than the Rock Band USB Hub, Nintendo has not licensed any makes of commercially-available USB hubs for use with the Wii console. Nintendo has tested the following products and found that they appear to function properly:

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No personal information is stored in the console. The Wii Shop Account will display the last four digits of the credit card used in a transaction on the Account Activity screen, but no other personal information entered into the console is stored on the console.

It is possible for a message containing personal information to be received or posted to the message board, or to enter their personal information into the console name, Miis, etc. This information can be deleted by formatting the Wii System Memory (How To).

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Information:
Most wired USB keyboards should be compatible with the Wii console; however, if you are looking to purchase a USB keyboard, the Classic Keyboard 200, manufactured and sold by Logitech, has been verified as being compatible with Nintendo's Wii console.

Important Note! In order to use a compatible USB keyboard with your Wii console, you must have Wii Menu 3.1 or higher installed. For more information on downloading the latest Wii menu versions, click here

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Yes, the Wii console should work with most USB keyboards, though it will need to be updated to Wii menu 3.1 to do so (click here for more info about Wii menu versions). The only licensed keyboard is the Logitech Cordless Keyboard for Wii. In addition, the Classic Keyboard 200, manufactured and sold by Logitech, is compatible with Nintendo's Wii console. While most USB Keyboards should work, not all are guaranteed to be compatible.

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The Wii Lens Cleaning Kit is a tool consumers can use to keep their lens clean and free of dust. The cleaning kit is designed to be a tool for preventative maintenance, but is not designed to resolve any problems.

Note: The Wii Lens Cleaning Kit is out of stock.

Key Features:

• Contamination of optical lenses in any device that reads data from a disc - such as DVD players and game consoles - is common and can be caused by anything from dust to cigarette smoke.
• The official disc lens cleaner is specially-designed for Wii by Nintendo and can help keep the lenses clear of contamination.
• Please note that the cleaning kit should be used for maintenance and may not solve existing issues and will not affect errors caused by damage to the Wii console or game discs.

The Wii Lens Cleaning Kit Includes:

• 1 Lens Cleaner paddle
• 1 bottle cleaning fluid
• 6 Cleaning Pads (one on the Lens Cleaner, plus 5 extra)
• Instruction Manual

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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.

More Information:
Click here for additional information on how to use the Wii Balance Board.
Click here for troubleshooting for the Wii Balance Board.

Chapter I: Wii Network Service

Article 1: Grant of License

Nintendo grants you a personal, limited, non-exclusive, revocable (in whole or in part) license to use the Wii Network Service, pursuant to this agreement. Specifically:

• Although the Wii Network Service is intended for your personal recreational use, you are responsible for anyone using the Wii Network Service through your Wii Console (whether you gave them permission or not), and for ensuring they understand and agree to this agreement.
• You may not use the Wii Network Service for commercial or illegal purposes, in a way that may harm another person or company, or in any unauthorized or improper manner as we may specify from time to time in this agreement, our Wii Code of Conduct, or otherwise.
• You must clear all Content, Third-Party Data, and any other stored sensitive or personal information stored on your Wii Console prior to selling or otherwise transferring your Wii Console. If you acquire a used Wii Console, you must clear, and may not use, any of this data if still on the Wii Console when you acquire it.
• The Wii Network Service is licensed to you for use on your Wii Console only in the United States, Canada, or Latin America.

Chapter II: Unauthorized Software, Services, or Devices or Unlicensed Accessories

Your Wii Console and the Wii Network Service are not designed for use with unauthorized software, services, or devices or non-licensed accessories, and you may not use any of these with your Wii Console or the Wii Network Service. Such use may be illegal, voids any warranty, and is a breach of this agreement. Such use may also lead to injury to you or others or cause performance issues or damage to your Wii Console or the Wii Network Service. We (and our licensees and distributors) are not responsible for damage or loss caused by unauthorized software, services or devices or non-licensed accessories. We may take steps to disable or delete any unauthorized software, services or device installed in your Wii Console, for example, by detecting and disabling them through the Wii Network Service and/or game software. If we detect unauthorized software, services, or devices, your access to the Wii Network Service may be disabled and/or the Wii Console or games may be unplayable.

Chapter III: Updates/Changes

You understand that the Wii Console specifications and the Wii Network Service are constantly evolving and that we may update or change your Wii Console or the Wii Network Service in whole or in part, without notice to you. Such updates may be required for you to play new Wii games or continue to access the Wii Network Service. We may also upgrade, change, or terminate the Content or game software or may discontinue offering Products without notice to you.

Chapter IV: Wii Shop

Article 1: Wii Shop Account

You must create a Wii Shop Account to use the Wii Shop. A Wii Shop Account is personal to you. You are responsible for monitoring use of, and limiting access to, your Wii Shop Account and for anyone using your Wii Shop Account, even without your permission.

Article 2: Downloads and Purchases

The Wii Shop allows you to use Points to download a license to use Content or purchase Products (and may also allow you to do such things as download licenses to use certain Content for free, or use your Points to send Content to a friend). Points are primarily intended for the purchase of downloadable video game content, and are taxed accordingly. Points are not your personal property. Points have no cash or monetary value and are non-refundable.

Once you place Points into your Wii Shop Account, you may not withdraw, sell, or transfer them to another. You are responsible for your or anyone else's use of Points in your Wii Shop Account, even if you did not give them permission to use those Points.

If we suspect fraudulent or unlawful activity concerning your Wii Shop Account or your use of Points, we may cancel, suspend, or otherwise limit your access to all or part of the Wii Network Service. If, as a result, your Wii Shop Account or your Points are deleted, they will be reinstated at our sole discretion.

Article 3: Credit-Card Charges and Your Billing Account

You may use your credit card to purchase Points through the Wii Shop. If you use a credit card, you represent that you are authorized to do so and you agree that you are responsible for all charges to that credit card. Unless otherwise required by law, charges to the credit card to purchase Points are nonrefundable.

Article 4: Account History

Each time you purchase Points through the Wii Shop, and each time you use Points to license Content or purchase Products, the transaction will be reflected in your account history. Account-history information for each transaction will be available for at least one year through the Wii Shop.

Chapter V: Third-Party Data

We are not responsible for any Third-Party Data or for any action you may take relating thereto (including but not limited to modifying, distributing, or posting Third-Party Data). All Third-Party Data is the sole responsibility of the creator or sender of that Third-Party Data. Although we may choose to do so, we are not obligated to monitor, supervise, store, or maintain Third-Party Data or respond to complaints relating to Third-Party Data.

If legally permitted, we may access, use, and disclose any Third-Party Data in order to protect our rights or property, to protect other users of the Wii Network Service, or to comply with legal requirements such as a lawful subpoena. You understand that you have no expectation of privacy in anything you receive or transmit via the Wii Network Service.

Chapter VI: Other

Article 1: Third-Party Providers

We may use third parties to provide any portion of the Wii Network Service. We may offer third party services or material to you (including Content and Products) through the Wii Network Service, so you may use Points to purchase from us a license to use such Content or to get Product. We may also allow third parties to directly provide Third-Party Data to you through the Wii Network Service.

Article 2: Intellectual Property

We own all right, title and interest in, or have the right to distribute, use or sublicense, the Wii Network Service and the Nintendo IP. We do not provide you with any interest in the Wii Network Service or the Nintendo IP. Except as expressly authorized by us in writing, you may not create works based on the Wii Network Service or the Nintendo IP or modify, distribute, or transmit the Nintendo IP. If you do not abide by these requirements, Nintendo shall own all right, title, and interest in any works created, adapted, distributed, or transmitted via the Wii Network Service, or, in the alternative, an unlimited license thereto.

We respect the intellectual property of others. If you believe that any material within the Wii Console infringes upon any intellectual property right which you own or control, you may file a notice of such infringement with us, as provided in Article 15. Our entire Intellectual Property Policy may be viewed at www.nintendo.com/ippolicy.

Article 3: Hosting, Intercepting, Emulating, and Reverse-Engineering Prohibited

You may not host, intercept, emulate, or reverse engineer any part of the Wii Console or the Wii Network Service.

Article 4: Parental Controls Function

You may limit access to certain features of the Wii Console and the Wii Network Service through our parental controls function; however, you are responsible for any features or material that anyone accesses through your Wii Console even if you use the parental controls function.

Article 5: Code of Conduct

Your use of the Wii Network Service is subject to the Wii Code of Conduct, which prohibits all harmful, illegal or otherwise offensive conduct. The most current version of the Wii Code of Conduct, which may be revised by us from time to time, is posted at http://support.nintendo.com. You may also contact our customer-service department, and we will mail you the current version, free of charge.

Article 6: Submissions

Please do not send us any creative or original materials such as ideas for toys, games, or other products, or any creative suggestions, ideas, notes, drawings, concepts, or other information through the Wii Network Service or otherwise. Any unsolicited submissions become our sole and exclusive property and may be used by us with no obligation of confidentiality, payment, or attribution.

Article 7: Protection of Personal Information

We are committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. Your use of the Wii Network Service is subject to the Wii Privacy Policy, which applies to information submitted or collected through the Wii Network Service. The most current version of the Wii Privacy Policy, which may be revised by us from time to time, is posted at http://support.nintendo.com. You may also contact our customer-service department, and we will mail you the current version, free of charge.

Article 8: Warranties

ALTHOUGH WE STAND BEHIND OUR SERVICE, CONTENT AND PRODUCTS, WE AND OUR LICENSEES, LICENSORS AND SUPPLIERS ARE PROVIDING THE Wii NETWORK SERVICE "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE," WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND (INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, NON-INFRINGEMENT, OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE), TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW. USE OF THE Wii NETWORK SERVICE IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK. THIS MEANS, FOR EXAMPLE, THAT WE DO NOT GUARANTEE THAT THE Wii NETWORK SERVICE WILL ALWAYS WORK PROPERLY. THIS ALSO MEANS WE DO NOT GUARANTEE THAT THE Wii NETWORK SERVICE, CONTENT OR PRODUCTS WILL BE FREE FROM VIRUSES, HACKS, OR OTHER POTENTIALLY HARMFUL INTRUSIONS. PLEASE NOTE THAT SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW SUCH WARRANTY LIMITATIONS, SO THESE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. PLEASE SEE THE Wii OPERATIONS MANUAL FOR ANY WARRANTIES THAT APPLY TO THE Wii CONSOLE.

Article 9: Limitation on Claims

If you think you have a claim against us related to the Wii Console or the Wii Network Service, you must take legal action within one year after the date of the alleged incident. After the one-year period expires, you may never raise that claim.

Article 10: Change, Suspension or Discontinuance of Wii Network Service

We may change, suspend, or discontinue the Wii Network Service, or any feature or aspect of the Wii Network Service, at any time, with or without notice to you, and without liability to us. This includes, but is not limited to, the availability of all or any portion of the Wii Network Service, Content, Products, Points, and the number of Points required to redeem particular Content or Products.

Article 11: Limited Responsibilities and Indemnification

You agree to waive any and all rights to claim damages or losses caused to you or relating to your inability to use the Wii Network Service (or to anyone else using the Wii Network Service through your Wii Console). You understand you might never be fully compensated for that damage or loss if we or one of our licensees, licensors or suppliers (collectively referred to in this Article 11 as "we" or "us") somehow harm you. This is because we limit our liability to you (and to others) in several ways:

• Your ability to recover damages or losses from us is limited: you may recover only direct damages, up to the total amount you have ever paid for Points. Generally, direct damages are losses you (or anyone else) suffer as the immediate result of something someone has done wrong.
• You may not recover any other types of damages, no matter the reason. For example, sometimes a court will award a special amount of damages to punish the person at fault, or, a person might have to pay for damages where the person did not directly cause harm. You agree that we will never have to pay punitive, special, consequential, or incidental damages to you.
• We are also not liable to anyone else, or for the actions or inactions of anyone else. For example, if your friend is somehow harmed using the Wii Network Service or the Wii Console, we are not responsible to you, your friend, or anyone else. If another person somehow harms you while using your Wii Console or Wii Network Service, we are not liable to you for that other person's actions.

These limitations on liability apply to all matters relating to the Wii Network Service and the Wii Console, including your use of the Wii Network Service and your use of Content or Products that do not specify other limitations on liability. These limitations also apply to any legal or equitable theory, including but not limited to breach of contract, breach of warranty, strict liability, negligence, or other tort. Please note, however, that some states or provinces do not permit certain limitations like these, so these limits on other damages may not fully apply to you.

If you breach this agreement, and we or another company or person is harmed by your breach, then you must indemnify us (and our licensees, licensors, and suppliers and any of our employees) from all of the losses and costs related to your breach, including our attorneys' fees. You must also indemnify us for any claims relating to Third-Party Data modified, created, or sent by you.

Article 12: Expiration and Termination of Agreement

• You may cancel your Wii Shop Account by contacting our customer-service department or by following the instructions in the Wii Shop. If your Wii Shop Account is canceled or terminated for any reason, you will no longer be able to use the Wii Shop. You will lose all downloaded Content and forfeit any rights to any unused Points, which become our property.
• You may terminate this agreement by removing Content from your Wii Console, discontinuing use of the Wii Network Service, and forfeiting any rights to Points in your Wii Shop Account, which become our property.
• We may terminate this agreement, or any portion thereof, at any time, for any reason whatsoever. Such termination will void any licenses granted in accordance with this agreement and may prevent your use of the Wii Network Service.
• We have no obligation to return or refund Points to you, even if the agreement ends.
• In the event this agreement is terminated or canceled, the following sections will remain in effect: Unauthorized Software, Services, or Devices or Unlicensed Accessories; Credit-Card Charges and Your Billing Account; Intellectual Property; Hosting, Intercepting, Emulating, and Reverse-Engineering Prohibited; Submissions; Warranties; Limitation on Claims; Limited Responsibilities and Indemnification; Expiration and Termination of Agreement; Governing Law, Legal Jurisdiction, and Interpretation of Agreement.

Article 13: Current Agreement and Update

We may change the terms and conditions of this agreement, the Wii Code of Conduct, or the Wii Privacy Policy, at any time. A current version of this agreement will be available on the Internet at http://support.nintendo.com. If you do not have Internet access, you may contact our customer-service department, and we will mail you a current version of this agreement, free of charge. We will post notice on http://support.nintendo.com if the agreement is changed at least 5 days before the changes become legally binding. If you do not agree to these changes, you must cancel your Wii Network Service in accordance with this agreement. If you do not have Internet access, you should periodically contact our customer-service department and ask whether there have been any changes to the agreement since the last version you obtained.

Article 14: Sale, Transfer and Assignment Prohibited

You may not assign all or any part of this agreement or sell or transfer any Content or your Wii Shop Account to any third party. Any attempt by you to do so is void.

Article 15: Customer Service/Notices

To contact our customer-service department regarding this agreement, you may: (i) send an email to useragreement@noa.nintendo.com; (ii) send a letter to Nintendo of America Inc., attn: User Agreement, 4600 150th Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052; or (iii) call, toll free, 1-888-977-7627.

For all legal matters, such as to file a claim against us or to notify us of an alleged infringement, you must contact or notify us in writing at: Nintendo of America Inc. Attn: General Counsel, 4600 150th Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052.

Article 16: Governing Law, Legal Jurisdiction, and Interpretation of Agreement

This agreement and any claims arising under it is governed by the laws of the state of Washington, without reference to conflict of laws principles. If you want to sue us with respect to a claim related to this agreement, your lawsuit must be brought in King County, Washington, and you consent to the jurisdiction of courts located there. You agree that if any part of this agreement is determined to be invalid or unenforceable, that part will no longer apply and will be considered deleted from the agreement, but all other parts of the agreement will remain in effect. You further agree that we may replace the invalid part by a provision which reflects or comes closest to reflecting the initial intention. If we choose not to enforce a provision of the agreement, you agree that we are not waiving our right to do so in the future.

Article 17: Definitions

"Content" means the software, services, material and other data which we own or have the right to use, distribute or sublicense, and which we send to, or make available as a download through, the Wii Console or the Wii Network Service.

"Club Nintendo" means the loyalty program offered by Nintendo.

"Nintendo IP" means all intellectual property, including but not limited to trademarks, copyrights, moral rights, inventions, patents, trade secrets, know-how and other confidential and proprietary information which we developed, own or have a license to use.

"Points" means the points that you purchase from us through the Wii Shop or through points cards sold or distributed by us or our retailers and promotional partners and that you may exchange with us for a license to download Content or to purchase Products.

"Products" means any goods other than Content that are made available for purchase from us through the Wii Shop.

"Third-Party Data" means Content or other software, services, material, messages (including commercial and non-commercial messages), links to Internet sites, and other data either created by, or sent to, your Wii Console through the Wii Network Service by any non-Nintendo entity or person (including you).

"Wii Console" means Nintendo's system (including the Wii Remote controller) sold and marketed by Nintendo under the Wii brand, including any succeeding systems and compatible systems.

"Wii Network Service" means the service whereby we can distribute Content, messages (including commercial and non-commercial messages) and other data to your Wii Console, or link you to an Internet site, and whereby you can send and receive Content, messages (including commercial and non-commercial messages), and other data, including Third-Party Data, using your Wii Console. The "Wii Network Service" includes, but is not limited to, the Wii Shop.

"Wii Shop Account" means an account on your Wii Console which you set up and use in connection with the Wii Shop.

"Wii Shop" means our online Wii Console's store, which offers such things as Points, Content, Products, and a download service, all of which Nintendo directly or indirectly operates.