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Wii & Wii mini: System Settings

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  1. Wii System Menu Update History

     In this article, you'll find details for all system updates that have been released for the Nintendo Wii console. This includes when the update was made available and a brief description of the... Note The most recent Nintendo Wii system update should include all of the system enhancements provided in previous updates. Enhancements to specific features may require you to redownload that... KA ID: 2522 Meta-Answer ID: 2521

  2. How to Format a Wii Console's System Memory

     In this article, you'll learn how to format the system memory. Important All saved data, game data, and downloaded channels will be erased. Once erased, this data can never be recovered. We recommend removing your Wii Shop Channel account before you transfer... KA ID: 2757 Meta-Answer ID: 2756

  3. How to Change the System Language on Wii

     In this article, you will learn how to change the language displayed on the Wii console's system menus. Note Changing the system's language setting may change the language displayed in the game if it is supported. The system language setting is separate from the language settings available in some... KA ID: 2762 Meta-Answer ID: 2761

  4. How to Adjust the TV Resolution

     In this article, you'll learn how to adjust the picture resolution transmitted from the Wii Console to the television. Note Not all games support progressive scan mode. The EDTV or HDTV (480p) option is not available unless a Wii Component Video Cable is connected to the console. Complete these steps Access System... KA ID: 2687 Meta-Answer ID: 2686

  5. How to Perform a System Update on Wii

     In this article, you'll learn how to perform a system update on the Wii. Note Some game discs contain a System Menu Update. You can view our system menu update history for a list of features and enhancements found in the latest system update. The Wii mini does not contain... KA ID: 4157 Meta-Answer ID: 4156

  6. How to Adjust the Sensor Bar Sensitivity

     In this article, you'll learn how to adjust the Sensor Bar sensitivity setting. Note The higher the setting, the more sensitive the Sensor Bar is to direct sunlight and various light and heat sources, which can make the Pointer operation less optimal. An improper environment may... KA ID: 2691 Meta-Answer ID: 2690

  7. How to Adjust Widescreen Settings

     In this article, you'll learn how to adjust the aspect ratio of the image being transmitted from the Wii console to the television. Note This option adjusts the aspect ratio and not the television resolution. The television's options must also be adjusted to take advantage of its own widescreen mode, even when receiving... KA ID: 2688 Meta-Answer ID: 2687

  8. How to Change the Screen Position

     In this article, you'll learn how to adjust the position of the image on the screen to the left or right. Complete these steps Access System Settings. Select Screen. Select Screen Position. Use the left and right arrows to adjust the screen position. Select Confirm to save the changes. KA ID: 2689 Meta-Answer ID: 2688

  9. How to Determine the Wii Console's Menu Version

     In this article, you'll learn how to determine what Wii Menu Version is present on the console. Note: Certain features are not available until the System Menu is updated. What to do Access System Settings. The Wii menu version number will be displayed in the top-right corner of the screen. If... KA ID: 2694 Meta-Answer ID: 2693

  10. How to Change the System Country or Region Setting on Wii

     In this article, you'll learn how to change the Wii console's country setting. Note It is important to set the country setting for your current residence, as some online features may not be available in all areas. This setting will only become available once the Wii Console has... KA ID: 2736 Meta-Answer ID: 2735
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