Nintendo DSI User manual

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Manual
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Basics
Health and Safety Information 5
Nintendo DSi Components 7
Charging the Battery 11
Using the Stylus andTouch Screen 13
Adjusting theVolume and Screen Brightness 15
Using SD Memory Cards 16
Replacing the Battery Pack 17
Applications and Settings
Nintendo DSi Menu 21
Screen Explanation 21
Camera Mode 23
Using Game Cards 25
Nintendo DSi Camera 26
Screen Explanation 26
Using the Camera 27
Viewing the Album 37
Other Camera Features 39
Calendar 43
Nintendo DSi Sound 44
Nintendo DSi Sound Menu 44
Recording and Playing with Sounds 45
Playing with Music on an SD Card 50
Settings 53
Nintendo DSi Shop 54
Using Nintendo DSi Shop 54
How to Redeem Nintendo DSi Points 55
DS Download Play 57
PictoChat 58
Controls 59
System Settings 61
Data Management 63
Wireless Communication Settings 64
Brightness Settings 64
Prole 65
Date/Time/Alarm 66
Parental Controls 67
Touch Screen 70
MicTest 70
Internet Setup 71
System Update 85
Format System Memory 85
Using the Keyboard 86
Support and Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting 89
Error Message List 97
Error Code List 98
Ninendo DSi Privacy Policy 101
Nintendo DSi Code of Conduct 104
Warranty and Service Information 105
Legal Notices 106
Glossary 107
Table of Contents
WARNING: PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE SEPARATE HEALTH AND SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS BOOKLET INCLUDEDWITH THIS PRODUCT BEFORE USING YOUR
NINTENDO® HARDWARE SYSTEM, GAMES OR ACCESSORIES. THIS BOOKLET CONTAINS
IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION.
This product is a precision electronic device that can be damaged by direct physical
impact or contact with dust or other foreign material. A protective carrying case
(sold separately) may help prevent damage to your Nintendo DSi. Please carefully read
the instructions included in this manual and the separate Health and Safety Precautions booklet
before setup or use of the Nintendo DSi. If, after reading all of the instructions, you still have
questions, please visit our customer service area at www.nintendo.com or call 1-800-255-3700.
A NOTE ABOUT COMPATIBLILTY: The Nintendo DSi system is only compatible with
Nintendo DS and Nintendo DSi software.
Nintendo products are covered by some or all of the following patents:
United States Patent Numbers:
5,207,426; 5,291,189; 5,327,158; 5,337,069; 5,371,512; 5,400,052; 5,483,257; 5,495,266; 5,509,663; 5,608,424; 5,708,457; 7,309,287,
D520,453; D554,194, D568,394, D532,051, D524,870.
Canadian Patent Numbers:
2,037,909; 2,048,167; 2,049,899; 2,049,900; 2,049,914; 2,051,655; 2,055,718; 2,055,724; 116,763.
Other patents issued and pending in the U.S., Canada and elsewhere.
TM, ® and Nintendo DSi are trademarks of Nintendo. © 2009 Nintendo

Basics

WARNING
WARNING - Seizures
WARNING - Repetitive Motion Injuries aned Eyestrain
WARNING - Battery Leakage
WARNING - Radio Frequency Interference
CAUTION
Health and Safety Information
Important Safety Information – Read the following warnings before setup or use of
the Nintendo DSi. If this product will be used by young children, this manual should
be read and explained to them by an adult. Failing to do so may cause injury.
Please carefully review the instruction booklet for the game you are playing for
additional health and safety information.
Throughout this manual, you will see this symbol followed byWARNING or CAUTION, or you may see
the term IMPORTANT. These terms have dierent levels of meaning as outlined below. Please read and
understand these terms and the information that appears after them before using your DS system:
Warns you about incorrect use of the Nintendo DSi that could result in
serious personal injury.
Cautions you about incorrect use of the Nintendo DSi that could result in
personal injury or damage to the Nintendo DSi system, components, games,
or accessories.
Informs you about incorrect use of the Nintendo DSi that could result in
damage to the Nintendo DSi system, components, games, or accessories.
IMPORTANT:
• Somepeople(about1in4000)mayhaveseizuresorblackoutstriggeredbylightashesorpatterns,
and this may occur while they are watchingTV or playing video games, even if they have never had a
 seizurebefore.
• Anyonewhohashadaseizure,lossofawareness,orothersymptomlinkedtoanepilepticcondition
should consult a doctor before playing a video game.
• Parentsshouldwatchtheirchildrenplayvideogames.Stopplayingandconsultadoctorifyouoryour
child has any of the following symptoms:
Convulsions Eye or muscle twitching Loss of awareness
Altered vision Involuntary movements Disorientation
• Toreducethelikelihoodofaseizurewhenplayingvideogames:
1. Sit or stand as far from the screen as possible.
2. Play video games on the smallest available television screen.
3. Do not play if you are tired or need sleep.
4. Play in a well-lit room.
5.Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour.
The Nintendo DS contains a rechargeable lithium ion battery pack. Leakage of ingredients contained
within the battery pack, or the combustion products of the ingredients, can cause personal injury as well
as damage to your Nintendo DS. If battery leakage occurs, avoid contact with skin. If contact occurs, im-
mediately wash thoroughly with soap and water. If liquid leaking from a battery pack comes into contact
withyoureyes,immediatelyushthoroughlywithwaterandseeadoctor.
To avoid battery leakage:
• Donotexposebatterytoexcessivephysicalshock,vibration,orliquids.
• Donotdisassemble,attempttorepairordeformthebattery.
• Donotdisposeofbatterypackinare.
• Donottouchtheterminalsofthebattery,orcauseashortbetweentheterminalswithametalobject.
• Donotpeelordamagethebatterylabel.
The Nintendo DS can emit radio waves that can aect the operation of nearby electronics, including cardiac
pacemakers.
• DonotoperatetheNintendoDSwithin9inchesofapacemakerwhileusingthewirelessfeature.
• Ifyouhaveapacemakerorotherimplantedmedicaldevice,donotusethewirelessfeatureofthe
Nintendo DS without rst consulting your doctor or the manufacturer of your medical device.
• Observeandfollowallregulationsandrulesregardinguseofwirelessdevicesinlocationssuchas
hospitals, airports, and on board aircraft. Operation in those locations may interfere with or cause
malfunctions of equipment, with resulting injuries to persons or damage to property.
IMPORTANT: The Nintendo DSi allows you to disable wireless communications. Select SYSTEM
SETTINGS from the Nintenod DSi Menu, then select WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS and OFF to
disable this feature.
Refer to the separate Nintendo DS Health and Safety Precautions booklet for additional
information on hardware and software precautions and maintenance.
Playing video games can make your muscles, joints, skin or eyes hurt. Follow these instructions to avoid
problems such as tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, skin irritation or eyestrain:
• Avoidexcessiveplay.Parentsshouldmonitortheirchildrenforappropriateplay.
• Takea10to15minutebreakeveryhour,evenifyoudon’tthinkyouneedit.
• Whenusingthestylus,youdonotneedtogripittightlyorpressithardagainstthescreen.Doingso
may cause fatigue or discomfort.
• Ifyourhands,wrists,armsoreyesbecometiredorsorewhileplaying,orifyoufeelsymptomssuchas
tingling, numbness, burning or stiness, stop and rest for several hours before playing again.
• Ifyoucontinuetohaveanyoftheabovesymptomsorotherdiscomfortduringorafterplay,stop
playing and see a doctor.
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NOTE:This product does not contain latex.
This product complies with applicable laws barring the use of toxic materials such as lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, PBB or
PBDE in consumer products.

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Nintendo DSi™ Components
View of the Nintendo DSi system when open (front)
Upper and Lower LCD Screens
Twin backlit color liquid crystal screens display game screens and other
information.The brightness of the screens can be adjusted in 5 levels.
Thelowerdisplay(theTouchScreen)istouchsensitiveandshouldbeoperatedonlywithaNintendo
licensed stylus.
When opening the Nintendo DSi, keep your ngers away from the hinge to
avoid pinching them.
Inner Camera
Used by games or other applications that use the camera feature.
NOTE: Avoid getting the camera lens dirty. If it becomes dirty, wipe gently with a soft cloth,
being careful not to damage the lens.
Headphone/Microphone Connectors
Forconnectionofstereoheadphones,externalmicrophone,orheadset(allsoldseparately).Ifan
accessory is connected, no sound will play through the speakers.
When using earphones, set the volume at a safe level. Setting the volume
too high may harm your hearing or damage the earphones.
ControlButtons(The+ControlPad,A,B,X,andYButtons,andSTARTandSELECT)
For game play control. See the instruction booklet for the game you are playing for specic control
information.
Power/Reset Button
Pressthisbuttontoturnthesystemon.Whenthesystemison,pressingthisbuttonbrieywillresetthe
system and return to the menu screen. Pressing and momentarily holding this button will turn the system o.
SD Card Slot
ForinsertingSDMemoryCards(soldseparately).
Microphone
Used by games or other applications that include the microphone feature.
Wireless Indicator LED
Lights yellow when wireless communications features are enabled for use.
Recharge Indicator LED
Lights orange when the battery is being charged.
Power Indicator LED
Indicatesthebatterychargelevelwhenthepowerison(seediagrambelow).
NOTE: If you play a game while the battery is recharging, the recharge indicator LED may not
always turn o when the charging is complete. This is normal.
IMPORTANT: If the recharge indicator LED is blinking, the battery pack may not be installed
properly. Check the battery placement to be sure it is installed correctly.
NOTE:When the power indicator LED turns red, be sure to save your game and recharge the battery.
If the LED begins to blink during game play, your power is getting very low. If the
battery runs out of power before you save your game, any unsaved data will be lost.
NOTE: A blinking power indicator LED, when the system is closed, indicates that the system is in
Sleep Mode and is conserving power.
Indicator LEDs
Indicator LEDs
Stereo Speakers
Lit
Lit
Full charge
Lit blue Lit red Blinking red
Low Very
low No
charge
Blinking
Unlit
Communication is enabled.
Charging in progress.
Data is being sent.
Battery is charged.

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Battery Cover
Remove cover to replace the battery. NOTE: Do not remove the cover
unless you need to replace the battery or check battery installation.
Volume / Screen Brightness Control
Adjust the sound volume or the brightness of the screens.
Stylus Holder
Always replace the stylus into the stylus holder after use. NOTE:To prevent damage to the Nintendo DSi, do
not insert anything other than a Nintendo DS licensed stylus into the stylus holder.
Control Buttons [L and R Buttons]
For game play control. See the instructions for the game you are playing for specic control information.
AC Adapter Connector
AllowsconnectionofNintendoDSiACAdapter(included),
for recharging the battery or operation using household current.
Wrist Strap Attachment
Forattachmentofawriststrap(soldseparately).
AC Adapter Plug
Plugs into a standard 120-volt AC wall outlet.
DC Connector Plug
Plugs into the AC adapter connector on the back of the Nintendo DSi.
StylusTip
Foruseonthelowerscreen(TouchScreen)oftheNintendoDSi.
Camera Indicator LED
Lights when the outer camera is in use.
Outer Camera
Used by games or other applications that use the camera feature.
NOTE: Avoid getting the camera lens dirty. If it becomes dirty, wipe gently with a soft cloth,
being careful not to damage the lens.
DS Game Card Slot
ForloadingNintendoDSiandNintendoDSGameCards(soldseparately).
Nintendo DSi (back view) Nintendo DSi AC Adapter Model No.WAP-002(USA)
Nintendo DSi AC Stylus
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The system comes with two styluses. One is shipped in the stylus
holder on the side of the system and the other is contained within
the box. Make sure to keep the other stylus as a backup.

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Charging the Battery
WARNING
• Besuretochargethebatterybeforeusingitforthersttimeorwhenithas
not been used in the last 6 months.
Battery recharge time is approximately 2 - 1/2 hours, although this will vary depending on the remaining
chargewhenyoubegintorechargethebattery.Youcanplaygameswhilethebatteryischarging,butthis
will increase the recharge time.
When fully charged, the battery will last from 9-14 hours on the lowest screen brightness setting,
depending on the type of game activity. See page 15 for information on adjusting the screen brightness. On
the brightest setting, the battery life is 3-4 hours. See the table below.
IMPORTANT: The Nintendo DSi AC Adapter, Model No.WAP-002(USA), is for use only with the
Nintendo DSi portable video game system. It is not compatible with any other Nintendo system.
Do not use the AC Adapter with voltage transformers, dimmer switches, or any other equipment.
It is only for use in a standard 120-volt AC wall outlet.
1. InserttheDCplugfromtheACAdapterintothesystem’sAC
Adapter connector on the back of the Nintendo DSi. Be sure to
insert it straight into the connector.
IMPORTANT: Be sure the DC Connector Plug is
facing in the correct direction before inserting
into the connector to avoid damaging either the
plug or connector.
2. Swing the prongs out of the AC Adapter and insert into a
standard 120-volt AC wall outlet.
The AC Adapter should be correctly oriented in a
vertical or oor mounted-position. The cord should
always face downward.
IMPORTANT BATTERY GUIDELINES:
• DonotremovethebatteryfromtheNintendoDSiunlessitneedstobereplaced.
• DonotuseanybatteryotherthantheNintendoDSirechargeablebattery,ModelNo.
TWL-003. A replacement battery may be ordered through Nintendo’s website at
www.nintendo.com (USA/Canada only) or by calling Customer Service at 1-800-255-3700.
• Whenrechargingthebattery,useONLYtheincludedACAdapter,ModelNo.
WAP-002(USA).
• Whendisposingofthebattery,followappropriatelocalguidelinesandregulations.
For information on battery disposal contact your local solid waste authority. See page
17 for more information on battery disposal.
• Ifliquidcomesintocontactwiththebattery,donotreuseit.CallNintendoCustomer
Service at 1-800-255-3700 for further instructions on battery replacement and
possible service to your Nintendo DSi.
3. When fully charged, the recharge indicator LED will go out.
• IftherechargeindicatorLEDisnotlit,makesuretheACAdapterisconnectedproperlytoboththe
system and the outlet.
• IftherechargeindicatorLEDisblinking,thereisachancethatthebatterypackisnotinstalledcorrectly.
 Checktomakesureinstallationiscorrect(seepage17).
NOTE: If you play a game while the system is recharging, the recharge indicator LED may not always turn o
once charging has completed.This is not a malfunction.
4. Remove the AC Adapter from the wall outlet and fold the prongs back into the housing. Remove the
DC plug from the AC Adapter connector.
IMPORTANT: When disconnecting any plugs from the Nintendo DSi or wall outlet, carefully pull
by the plug itself rather than by the cord.
The battery can be recharged approximately 500 times, but performance may decrease after repeated
recharges, depending on usage conditions such as temperature. Optimal charging temperature is between
41ºand95ºFahrenheit(5-35ºCelsius).Batterylifemayalsodecreaseovertime.After500recharges,battery
life may be only 70% of the battery life when new.
Using the wireless communications
or camera features may reduce the
battery time to less than the gures
shown to the right.
NOTE:The default system setting is
congured to the“High”setting.
Do not use the Nintendo DSi AC Adapter during a lightning storm.
There may be a risk of electric shock from lightning.
Highest
The side with the logo
should face up
Insert plug fully into the
outlet
Lit orange
Charging: indicator
is lit
Charging complete:
indicator is unlit
Unlit
Approx. 3-4 hours
Approx. 4-6 hours
Approx. 6-9 hours
Approx. 8-12 hours
Approx. 9-14 hours
Lowest
Low
Medium
High
Charging the battery

Using the Stylus and Touch Screen
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The lower LCD screen, orTouch Screen, is touch sensitive. For games that include this game control feature,
operate the screen by using the included stylus. Lightly touch or slide the stylus across theTouch Screen as
shown below.
IMPORTANT STYLUS AND SCREEN GUIDELINES:
 • UsethestylusONLYontheTouchScreen(lowerscreen).
 • Useonlyenoughpressuretooperatethegame.Excessivepressuremaydamagethe
Touch Screen.
 • Donotusethestylusifitisbroken.
 • UseonlyaNintendolicensedstylusontheTouchScreen.
 • Replacethestylusinthestylusholderwhennotinuse.
 • IfyouuseascreenprotectoronyourNintendoDS,useonlyaNintendolicensedscreen
protector, anduse it only on the Touch Screen.
IMPORTANT: If the Touch Screen becomes dirty or contaminated with foreign material, do not
continue to use your Nintendo DSi. It may not work properly and can become more damaged.
Follow the cleaning procedures below. If it still does not work after cleaning, visit www.
nintendo.com for information on repair service.
YoucanadjusttheTouchScreenifitdoesn’tseemtorespondproperlyoriftheTouchScreenisnot
respondingtothesameplaceyou’retouchingit.
NOTE: If you have applied a commercially available screen protector to your Touch Screen, be sure it has
been applied correctly before attempting to calibrate theTouch Screen.
1. Select System Settings from the Nintendo DSi Menu.
2. Select screen number 3 by tapping the #3 box at the top of the screen or by tapping the arrow on
the right side of the screen until you see the screen with the Touch Screen option.
3. Select the Touch Screen option and follow the on-screen instructions.
If you’re still unable to operate the Touch Screen properly...
Try starting up your Nintendo DSi at the Touch Screen Calibration screen by following the procedure below.
1. While holding down the L Button, R Button
and START...
2. PressPOWER.(HolddowntheL,R,andSTARTButtons
 untiltheCalibrationscreenappears.)
3. Follow the on-screen instructions and then turn the power o. Turn the system on again to
check the operation of theTouch Screen.
If the screens on your Nintendo DSi have visible smudges, ngerprints, or other foreign material on them,
you can clean them by using a soft clean cloth such as a lens or eyeglass cleaning cloth.
1. SlightlydampentheclothwithwaterONLYandwipeothescreenstoloosenanydirtorforeign
material.
2. Using a dry cloth, wipe the screens to dry them and nish the cleaning process. If needed, repeat the
process.
Using the Nintendo DSi Stylus
Calibrating theTouch Screen
Screen Cleaning Procedure

Adjusting the Volume/Screen Brightness Using SD Memory Cards
+
TheNintendoDSisupportshigh-capacitySDCardsover2GBinsize(SDHCCards).Withcommercially
available SD Cards you will be able to:
• Savephotosyou’vetakeninNintendoDSiCameratotheSDCard
• PlayAAC-formataudiolessavedontheSDCard
• CopydownloadablesoftwareanditssavedatatotheSDCard
NOTE:
It may not be possible to copy some software.
Data copied to SD Cards cannot be used on other systems.
Save data on Game Cards cannot be copied.
Song or sound les from the SD Card that have been manupulated are not saved.
IMPORTANT: An SD Card adapter is required to use miniSD or microSD
Cards. When using a card adapter, be sure to remove the entire adapter
(notjustthecard).Malfunctionordamagetothesystemoryourdata
could result if the card adapter is left in the system.
1. Open the SD Card slot cover.
Do not pull or twist the slot cover forcefully. Doing so
could stretch or deform it, which could could prevent the
cover from closing correctly.
2. Insert the SD Card into the SD Card slot until it clicks into
place. Make sure the label side faces down.
1. Open the SD Card slot cover and press on the end of the
card until it clicks and partially ejects from the slot.
2. Grasp the SD Card and remove from the card slot.
IMPORTANT: Do not remove the SD Card while data is
being read or written. This could damage the system or
the SD Card, or destroy data.
Inserting an SD Card
Removing an SD Card
Label faces down
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1. Press theVolume/Screen Brightness Control in either
direction to change the volume.
• Pressplus(+)toincreasethevolumeorminus(–)todecrease
the volume.
• WhenthesystemisinSleepMode,thevolumecanbedecreased
but not increased.
NOTE:Thecamera’sshuttersoundwillalwaysplayataxedvolume,
regardless of the current setting of the volume control.
IMPORTANT: Under some conditions, noise from the Nintendo DSi speakers can cause audio
feedback with the Nintendo DSi microphone. If you hear screeching, howling or other unexpected
noise from the speakers, turn down the volume or use a set of stereo headphones.
Howtostartthesystemwithlow(muted)volume
Turn the power on while holding down the
  minus(–)sideofthevolume/brightnesscontrol.
1. Hold down SELECT.
2. Press theVolume/Screen Brightness Control in either
direction to change the screen brightness.
• Pressplus(+)toincreasethebrightnessorminus(–)to
decrease the brightness.
NOTE: Changing the screen brightness will also change the
brightness of the power indicator LED and the wireless indicator LED.
NOTE: Increasing the screen brightness will increase the power consumption. As a result, the power
indicator LED may change from blue to red when the screen is made brighter. When this happens, note
that the battery may run out and the system may lose power soon after the LED turns red.
The relationship between screen brightness and battery duration
Increasing the screen brightness will reduce the battery life. Decreasing the screen brightness
will increase the battery life. Adjust the brightness based on your preference. See page 11 for
more information.
Adjusting the volume
Adjusting the screen brightness
Volume
Screen Brightness
Hold down
Hold down
Turn power on

Replacing the Battery Pack
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Basics
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Basics
1. PressandholdthePower/Resetbutton(atleast.5second)untilthepowershutso.
2. Make sure the AC Adapter is unplugged from the Nintendo DSi.
1.  LoosenthetwoPhillips-head(+)screwsonthebatterycoverwith
a screwdriver, and remove the battery cover.
IMPORTANT:To avoid damage to the screw or threads, use a screwdriver
that is appropriate for the screw.
2. Remove the battery pack as shown at right.
3. Orient the new battery as shown and carefully insert completely
into the battery compartment.
4. Replace the battery cover, and tighten the two screws, being
careful not to overtighten.
IMPORTANT: Always be sure to replace the battery cover and tighten the
screws before resuming use.
Battery packs become worn with repeated charge/discharge cycles, and the amount of time they can be
used when fully charged will decrease gradually over time. If you feel the usage time has dropped o
noticeably, replace the battery pack.
• DonotuseanybatteryotherthantheNintendoDSirechargeablebattery,ModelNo
TWL-003. A replacement battery may be ordered through Nintendo’s web site at
www.nintendo.com (USA/Canada only) or by calling Customer Service at 1-800-255-3700.
• Aparentorguardianshouldreplacethebatterypackifayoungchildisusingthesystem.
PLEASE RECYCLE YOUR USED BATTERIES
When disposing of a rechargeable battery, please be sure to follow appropriate local guidelines
and regulations.
   • Donotdisassemble,attempttorepair,ordeformthebatterypack.
   • Donotdisposeofrechargeablebatteriesinare.
To nd a collection site near you, please contact your local solid waste authority or visit:
http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/materials/battery.htm
For more information or for assistance from Nintendo, e-mail us at [email protected]tendo.com.
  • Placetapeoverthebatterycontactsbeforerecycling.
Before replacing the battery...
Battery replacement procedure