How to Connect the Wii to a VCR Using S-Video Cables

Wii & Wii mini

In this article, you'll learn how to connect the Wii to a VCR, DVD-R, cable box, or satellite box using S-Video Cables.

S-Video Cables are sold separately and can only be purchased through Nintendo's Consumer Service department.
Most VCRs are unable to convert the signal from S-Video to another signal type (RF, AV, etc.). Make sure the VCR is connected to the TV using S-Video cables as well.
Some DVD Recorders also have DVR (i.e. TiVo) functionality. The DVR system will digitize the input signal which causes a delay of up to one second, which can make playing a video game extremely difficult.
The Wii mini does not support the use of S-Video Cables.

Complete these steps

Make sure that the VCR is properly connected to the TV.
Turn on the TV and VCR and set the TV to the appropriate channel to view a movie (typically channel 3 or 4). If the VCR is connected via AV cables, the TV may need to be on the proper Input Select.
Place the VCR in VCR mode by either playing a movie and stopping it (but not turning the VCR off) or by pressing the TV/VCR button.
Insert the AV Multi Out plug of the Wii AV Cable into the AV Multi Out connector on the back of the console.
Insert the colored connectors of the S-Video Cable into the input connectors on the TV. Plug the colored connectors into the following inputs:
- If the TV or stereo system is capable of producing a surround sound output, you will need to enable Surround Sound on the console after the connection is complete in order for the console to output a surround sound signal.
Once the cables are inserted and the Wii is powered on, find the Input Select for the TV to view the game.