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What if it doesn't sync?

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Replace the batteries, then try again. If not, try with another controller. If the 2nd controller works, head to support.nintendo.com to find out what is wrong with your remote.

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How do I do this on a Wii U?

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Press the sync button on the Wii U. You should see a sync screen on the TV. Press sync on the Wii remote. They should now be connected.

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What can I do if I am not able to go past the choose language screen?

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Underneath the battery cover of the remote, there is a red button. On the front of the console, there is a little white flap, and behind that, there is a red square button. Press both the red button on the remote and the red button on the console at the same time.

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I can't find the SD card slot on the front of the console to sync new Wii remotes. Where is it?

Milos Tosic

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Try looking on the front of the console and see if there's something to open. If you still can't find it, you are most likely using Wii mini. Wii mini's sync button is located at the left of the console (when looking at the front).

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Does the console need to be within line of sight to communicate with the controllers?

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They do not, because they are connected by bluetooth.

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How to sync the motion sensor in the remote?

Felix Vincent

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Let the Wiimote Plus or Wiimote with the Motion Plus plugged in lay on a flat level surface, and then turn on the console (and the Wiimote, if need be), wait 5 to 10 seconds before using the Wiimote, by then it should have been calibrated.

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What if I can’t get any arrows to show on the screen to move my Wii controller?

Felix Vincent

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Make sure that your sensor bar is plugged in and set up properly, either below or above, your TV or monitor, and that you are at least 3 feet away from the sensor bar.

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I have replaced the batteries, synced each remote, and I have the Wii screen on my TV, but the cursor will not move so I can select Wii games. What can I do?

Felix Vincent

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Make sure your sensor bar is plugged in and set up, either below or above, your TV.

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My Wii Remote's LED lights don't flash after pressing the sync button. What can I do?

Felix Vincent

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Your remote likely has dead batteries or is non-functional. Be sure to use unused or lightly used batteries

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