Tips for Installing Your Nintendo Wii

Tips for Installing Your Nintendo Wii

Before connecting you Nintendo Wii anywhere, decide first how you would like to position it. You can choose whether you want to lay it flat or let it stand vertically using the Wii console stand and plate that comes with the package. This allows you a little flexibility in terms of storage options so you won't have a lot of concerns when it comes to space. An important thing to note though: position your Wii to allow enough space for the internal fan to work.

Plugging the console
Next, plug the AC cord into the input connector that is located at the back of the console. The Wii console has an AV (Audio/Video) Multi-Out plug that lets you connect to most TV and VCR units. Connect the Wii AV Cable plugs into the connectors on your TV. Take care to note the color code of the connectors: red for right audio input, white for left audio input and yellow for video input.

After the connectors are in place, turn on the TV and the Wii console. On the TV, look for Input Select, AUX for auxiliary or Source or EXT for external. Use the channel where you're usually tuned in to view videos. Choose the Nintendo game.

Connecting to the VCR
If you want to use the VCR, set the unit to VCR and then put in a tape, press play and then press stop. The Wii game image should show up on the screen. If your speakers are plugged in, the sound should come out from there.

Locating the sensor bar
The Sensor Bar may be placed near the TV, ideally above or below the screen. Insert the Sensor plug into the Sensor connector found on the back of the console. However else you may wish to mount it, make sure the Sensor Bar is aligned close to the TV, preferably in front.

Check the System Setting of the console to ensure that the location option for the Sensor Bar is set accordingly. To check if the location is ideal, take note of the reception and make necessary adjustments.

Using the Wiimote
Two AA batteries are used with the Wiimote. Use the wrist strap to keep the remote snug and fit in your hand. There is no problem about synchronizing the Wiimote that already comes included in your package, but if you are using additional Wiimote units, you might need to synch them to use them properly.

To synch, you can use the standard mode or the one-time mode. The one-time mode is reserved for Wiimotes you don’t usually use with your console and the standard mode is used for additional units.