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What do I do if there is no sensor, and the cursor doesn't work?

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If there is no sensor bar, the cursor will not work. You need to set up your sensor bar.

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How do I connect a Wii Board to my Wii?

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The Wii balance board connects just like a Wii remote. Insert its batteries, press the power button on the board, and it should connect as Wii remote 4. The first time you connect it, you may need to hold the small red reset buttons (one in the board's battery compartment, the other behind the Wii's SD card slot cover) simultaneously.

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How do I download the Wii Mii channel to play games?

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The Mii channel comes preloaded on every Wii. It is not used to play games; it is merely where you create characters, "miis" that can be used in many games.

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I don't see a yellow plug-in for the Wii cables on the back of my TV. Any suggestions?

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The bank of plug-ins may be hidden behind a trap door on the back of your TV.

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How do I search for a game in the Wii Shop?

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Go to the Wii Shop Channel, then you select Start Shopping, then Virtual Console for older games or WiiWare for newer, more advanced gameplay experiences. Browse with a filter of your choice.

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When I apply names and faces to the people in the games, does that stay on the disk or in the Wii unit?

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It depends on what people you are using. If "people" are mii's (created in Mii channel) they will stay in the console. If they are created inside a game, they will stay in that game where they been created.

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How do you connect peripherals to a Wii?

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Peripherals such as keyboards can be connected using the two USB ports on the back of the console. GameCube controllers can be plugged into the ports on top of the Wii.

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What do I do if my system says it can't read the disc?

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Check the disk for dirt. If it is dirty, clean the disk with a dry soft cloth. If the game is scratched, try replacing the game. If you still cannot get the Wii to play the game, go to a local video game store and ask if they can clean the laser lens for you. If all else fails, contact Nintendo for repairs.

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How can I keep the hand cursor from disappearing?

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Make sure your sensor bar is in an unobstructed location -- either directly above or below your TV. Point the Wii remote at the screen at an optimal distance (3 to 10 feet from the TV).

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Why, when I try to access the game, does it tell me to add motion sensor plus to my hand set, and why won't it let me bypass that page in setup?

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Your game requires Wii MotionPlus, a separate accessory for older Wii Remotes. Newer remotes have this feature built-in. You can tell by the text on new Wii Remotes under the LEDs reading "Wii MotionPlus INSIDE." You will not be able to play that game without Wii MotionPlus.

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What do I do if my system says that it can't read the disc?

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Eject the disc and see if it's dirty. Clean it. Restart the Wii console and insert the disc again. If that doesn't work, go to a local gaming shop and ask them what to do.

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How do I set up players' names and colors for each controller

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The Wii automatically has different colors for each cursor, and you can create a Mii for each player.

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How do I select from the disk?

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On the top-left corner icon of the Wii menu, there is a picture of your game. Press that. Open and press Start.

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What setting does my television have to be on to play my Wii?

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Your TV must be set to an AV input such as Component, AUX, Game, or Line 1. If you purchased a Component cable, set your Wii to Component, and set the resolution to 480p in Wii options.

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I keep turning my TV to different channels, but there never is a Wii menu. It's just the regular TV stations. What do I do?

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You need to change your TV input, not channel. On your remote, there should be an input button, press that, and select your Wii input.

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When I put a disc in, a message comes up saying the game can't be read. I'm putting the disc in the right way, what do I do?

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Make sure the game disc has no smudges or scratches. If it is smudged, clean it with glasses cleaner. If it is scratched, you can't fix it.

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Can I play Wii on a monitor?

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Yes, if the monitor that you want to use has an A/V (audio video) port you can.

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I hear the game, but can't see a picture. What can I do?

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Check that the video cord is plugged in properly and that the TV works correctly.

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Is the censor bar meant to have a light?

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Technically yes, but that light is only for the wiimote and isn't visible to the human eye.

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What if I'm not getting any color?

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Check your connections and your breakers for dust, debris, etc. Also, plug something else in to test the outlet.

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How much does a Wii remote and sensor cost?

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It generally depends where you buy them from. A Wiimote usually costs $60 and a sensor bar usually costs about $12 (CAD).

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We have just set up our WiFi and want to play the Mario Kart game. It works fine for one player, but says there is an error code of no Internet connection when we try to set up for two players. What can I do?

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Nintendo disconnected the Wii from the Internet. If you really want to go online, though, there are third-party programs that will allow you to do so.

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How do I connect a Wii and DVD player at the same time?

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If your TV does not have 2 AV jack groups, then you'll need to connect the DVD player to a different port. If you can't, then you cannot have both the DVD player and the Wii connected.

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How do I set up Pure Flix on my Wii ?

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You can't. You cannot download programs that are not designed for the Wii. If you can use it online, it will most likely need Adobe Flash Player, which the Wii doesn't have.

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When I press A, nothing happens on the TV. What do I do?

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Your Wii may not be connected properly. Make sure you're on the right input on your TV.

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What if the arrow is not moving?

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Make sure your sensor bar is plugged in, and make sure the Wiimote is synced. If it is, then try restarting the console.

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Will the unit work without the memory cards?

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Yes, the memory/SD cards are just for storing data you want to move/backup.

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Do I need a disc for tennis, bowling, etc.?

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Yes, unless you want to buy it from the Wii shop channel or homebrew your Wii.

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Why isn't the hand cursor showing up?

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Either the sensor bar hasn't been set up properly, there is something obstructing the Wiimote, or the Wiimote is dead.

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What channel should my TV be on to start Wii?

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It depends which input you plugged it into. If A/V is an option, try that. If you don't have an A/V selection, go by trial and error.

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