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Error Code: 2205-0123

Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite, Nintendo Switch - OLED Model

The information in this article can help you when:

  • The error message, "An error occurred while the IR Motion Camera was reading" is displayed on Nintendo Switch.
  • You receive error code: 2205-0123.

What to do

  1. Ensure your console has the latest system update.
    • If the console is already up to date, restart it by holding down the POWER Button for three seconds, then select Power OptionsOpciones de apagadoOptions d'alimentationOpções de desligar followed by Restart.
      • If the console does not respond, hold down the POWER Button for twelve seconds to force it to shut down, then power on the console again.
  2. Update the controller firmware.
  3. If the error code persists, try the following:
    • Reset the Joy-Con by pressing the SYNC Button once, then press any other button to power on the controller again.
    • Ensure that the IR motion camera on the right Joy-Con is not covered or obstructed.
      • If a skin or cover is being used, remove it temporarily.
    • Reduce the distance between the right Joy-Con and the Nintendo Switch console.
    • Move any metal objects or electronic devices away from your Nintendo Switch console.

Situation not resolved

If the error persists, the right Joy-Con will need to be serviced.

For your convenience, Nintendo provides a quick and easy-to-use online service request process.

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