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Wii & Wii mini: System Settings

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  1. What Is Screen Burn-in Reduction Mode?

     When activated, the Wii console will dim the screen after Wii software is paused for five or more minutes. Pressing any button will revert the screen to its original brightness. KA ID: 2759 Meta-Answer ID: 2758

  2. What Does the Slot Illumination Mean?

     The Wii console's Disc Slot will illuminate when data has been received via WiiConnect24. KA ID: 2767 Meta-Answer ID: 2766

  3. How to Change the Console Nickname

     In this article you will learn how to change the Wii Console Nickname. Complete these steps Select the Wii button from the Wii Menu. Select Wii Settings. Select Console Nickname. Click anywhere in the white text field. Use the on-screen keyboard to enter the new... KA ID: 2764 Meta-Answer ID: 2763

  4. How to Change the Sensor Bar Position

     In this article, you'll learn how to switch between Sensor Bar position options. Complete these steps Access System Settings. Select the right arrow to proceed to page 2. Select Sensor Bar. Select Sensor Bar Position. Select whether the Sensor Bar will be positioned Above or... KA ID: 2692 Meta-Answer ID: 2691

  5. Mono Sound Output Overview

     Note: Y-Adapters are optional and must be purchased separately. They can be found at most stores that sell televisions. Some TV's and VCR's do not have two audio inputs. These are known as monaural... KA ID: 2643 Meta-Answer ID: 2642

  6. How to Access the Calendar

     In this article, you'll learn how to access the Calendar settings. Complete these steps Access System Settings. Select Calendar. KA ID: 2733 Meta-Answer ID: 2732

  7. How to Reach the Wii Console Data Management Screen

     In this article, you'll learn how to reach the Wii Console Data Management screen. Complete these steps From the Wii Channel menu, select the Wii button in the bottom-left corner of the screen by pressing the A Button. Select Data Management. KA ID: 2802 Meta-Answer ID: 2801

  8. What Is the Difference Between "p" and "i," as in 480p and 480i?

     The 480p setting on the Wii console displays the image in Progressive Scan mode, while the 480i setting displays the image in interlace mode. KA ID: 2539 Meta-Answer ID: 2538

  9. What Is Standby Connection?

     Note: As of June 27th, 2013, Nintendo discontinued data exchange between Wii friends using WiiConnect24. This includes features delivered via Standby Connection, such as Wii message exchanges via Wii... KA ID: 2494 Meta-Answer ID: 2493

  10. Time Settings on the System Are Incorrect

     The information in this article can help you when the time setting on the Wii console is not correct. Note: The Wii console uses a 24-hour clock (military time) e.g. 1:00 P.M. should show as 13:00. If the console appears to be off by a day (or half day), this may be why. The clock does not... KA ID: 2861 Meta-Answer ID: 2860
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