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Can I hook up a Wii and a TiVO at the same time? I don't have enough red yellow and white ports.

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You can't hook them both up at the same time unless you buy a separate adapter. Try going to an electronics store, and asking the employees what they have.

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My remote is not working. How can I fix this?

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First, check your batteries. Then, check that the sensor bar is in a good location & connected to the Wii. The sensitivity could be set too high -- the closer you get to the sensor, the easier the target. TIP: When you're re-setting your sensor bar, be in position and as comfortable as you would want to be playing a game or browsing the system. Another possibility is that, because of the 1 + players options, you may need to add the remote to the system. Hold down the sync button on the back, just below the batteries, until the light blinks. 6: Triple check your batteries. As the battery weakens it will affect the functioning yet still seem to work some times.

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Why doesn't my Wiimote work?

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Perhaps the batteries are dead? Or the springs where the batteries go are broken? Maybe the light at the top of the Wiimote is broken or your sensor is either turned the wrong way or broken as well. As you can see, there are a few possibilities.

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How do I get my Wii board?

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You can order it off of Amazon.

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Can I play the Wii without internet access?

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Yes. Most games will work fine on the Wii. However, some games, or features within the games, may not be available without internet access.

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I only have the German connection with the green, blue, red wires. Can I still connect using these? I also have an adapter that 3 go into, but the end is the same as a headphone socket.

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The red, green and blue wires are not "German." They are called "component" cables, and will allow you to get better pictures.

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I don't have a yellow port. I have red, white, blue, and yellow/green that my cable box is hooked to. What can I do?

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Ask your local electronics store for a Composite to Component adapter, then try to hook it up again.

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What if I don't have a yellow port?

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Then you might have a TV that is incompatible with the Wii system.

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Will the Wii work for any games without the sensor bar cable?

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Yes! Many games that use a d-pad to control the cursor, such as Guitar Hero do not require the sensor bar at all.

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How do I get power to the Wii?

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There should be a power cord that came with the Wii. First plug it into the Wii and then into the wall. If you don't have one, check eBay or Best Buy to obtain one, as you will need the power cord to power your Wii.

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Can I play Wii stuff on Xbox or PS3?

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No you can't. You can't play Wii discs on PS3 or Xbox 360. Technically, however, the Wii can be emulated on the PS3.

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Will another TV input block my Wii input?

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If you're using an HDMI multi-input selector/switcher, then only if you switch inputs or power on an input source that has an automatic input switcher. If you're asking if another input will block the Wii input size-wise, then it depends on the size of the other input.

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What do we do if we have the RCA converter for the HDMI cord and it shows a picture of the remote stating to click "A" to start?

Charles Winkler

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The input setup does not have to do with this issue. What you need to do is pair the Wii remote to the console. Find the WikiHow article on how to do that. After you have done that, press A on the controller. If this does not work, make sure there are batteries in the Wii remote and try again. If that doesn't work, call Nintendo during their open hours. If you are unable to do so, visit their website at support.nintendo.com

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My TV doesn't have the red, white and yellow ports to hook up my Wii. What can I get to make it work?

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You need to get a Wii-HDMI converter.

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What do I do if my Wii is not in color?

Charles Winkler

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Check the input cables have been inserted correctly into the right points. If this does not work, call Nintendo during their open hours or visit support.nintendo.com and ask for their advice.

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What do I do if my Wii sensor is not reading the remote when the batteries are new in the remote?

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Make sure the calibration is set. You can do this by going into the Wii settings in the Wii menu. Also, make sure the Wii remote is synced with the console, and that the sensor bar is completely plugged into the console as well. If that doesn't work, call Nintendo during their open hours. If that doesn't work, visit their website at support.nintendo.com.

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