Nintendo Wii U User manual

Quick Start Guide
From switching on your WiiU to playing games
Please read this guide and the Important Health and Safety sections
of the WiiU Operations Manual and Important Information Booklet
before using the WiiU console.
·Have an adult connect the console and congure settings.
Installing and Connecting the Console
Configuring Settings
Playing Disc Software
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WiiU is a trademark of Nintendo.
© 2012 Nintendo Co., Ltd.
and AOSS™ are the trademarks of BUFFALO INC.
The Wi-Fi Protected Setup icon is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Getting Started: Check Pack Contents
The WiiU™ console is available in one of two sets: the Basic Pack and the Premium Pack.
Check that your set contains all the components listed below before use.
·Note that the screens and illustrations published in this manual may dier from those found in the nal product.
Basic Pack
WiiU console x1
(WUP-001(04))
WiiU AC Adapter x1
(WUP-002(AUS))
WiiU GamePad
AC Adapter x1
(WUP-011(AUS))
 Quick Start Guide
(this document) x1
 WiiU Operations
Manual x1
 Important
Information
booklet x1
WiiU GamePad x1
(WUP-010(AUS))
High Speed HDMI™
cable x1
(WUP-008)
WiiU GamePad stylus x1
(WUP-015)
Premium Pack
WiiU console x1
(WUP-101(04))
WiiU AC Adapter x1
(WUP-002(AUS))
WiiU Console Stand x2
(WUP-009)
WiiU GamePad
AC Adapter x1
(WUP-011(AUS))
Sensor bar x1
(RVL-014)
WiiU GamePad
Cradle x1
(WUP-014)
 Quick Start Guide
(this document) x1
 WiiU Operations
Manual x1
 Important
Information
booklet x1
WiiU GamePad x1
(WUP-010(AUS))
High Speed HDMI
cable x1
(WUP-008)
WiiU GamePad Stand x1
(WUP-016)
Note: For information on
using the Wii U GamePad
Cradle, please see the
Wii U Operations Manual.
WiiU GamePad stylus x1
(WUP-015)

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Wii Component Video cable
(RVL-011)
(sold separately)
Wii AV cable (RVL-009)
(sold separately)
Use the HDMI cable
included to enjoy
high quality sound
and visuals.
Begin by reading the“Warning: Placing and Connecting the Console”section below.
Next, connect the WiiU GamePad AC Adapter (WUP-011(AUS)) as shown below. When the battery LED has turned orange,
proceed to step 1 – .
Before Connecting: Charge the WiiU GamePad
230-240V
The battery LED will turn orange while the WiiU GamePad is charging, and will
turn o when charging has nished. After charging has completed, remove
the AC plug from the electrical outlet, then carefully remove the DC plug
from the WiiU GamePad, holding both the DC plug and the WiiU GamePad.
·Make sure to insert the plug the right way up, and ensure that the plug is rmly inserted.
·Charge only in places where the temperature is between 10 and 35°C.
·You can continue to use the WiiU GamePad while it is charging (see the WiiU Operations Manual,
“Charging the WiiU GamePad”).
·It may become impossible to charge the battery if you do not use the Wii U GamePad for an extended period of time.
Make sure to charge the battery at least once every six months.
Warning: Placing and Connecting the Console
 Do not place in the following locations:
·Places where heat can gather, such as enclosed shelving
·Hot places such as on top of AV equipment
·Places with a lot of moisture, dust, grease or smoke
·Places where small children can reach or unstable places
·Places where the temperature can rapidly change
(such as beneath air conditioners)
·Places such as hospitals where the use of wireless
signals is restricted or prohibited
·Near devices such as microwave ovens and cordless
phones which might cause wireless interference
 Use only with Australian/New Zealand mains voltage
(230-240V).
 Ensure that the AC plug is inserted rmly into the
electrical outlet.
 Do not touch with wet or greasy hands.
 Do not place the sensor bar on the TV’s air vents.
·You will need the Wii U console’s and Wii U GamePad’s
original packaging if they need to be sent in for repairs,
so please keep their boxes out of the reach of children.
Please immediately dispose of other unwanted packaging
after removing the product. Small children may accidentally
swallow packing materials or put it over their heads. If a
child swallows packing materials, immediately take the
child to a doctor.
Careful Usage
·Use the console placed at (horizontally) or on its side (vertically).
·Use the console stand when placing the console vertically.
Installing and Connecting the Console Checking TV connectors and cables � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �
Check the connectors of your TV and the type of cables you’ll be using.
·The placement of these connectors will dier according to your TV. They may be on the back or on the side.
·If you have a Wii, you can use the same AV cable you use for your Wii to connect your Wii U.
Does your TV have an HDMI port?
Yes No
TV connectors and matching cables
Image Clarity
If your TV doesn’t have the connectors listed above
Depending on your TV, you may need extra equipment such as an adapter. For more information, please see the
instruction manual for your TV.

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Connecting the Wii U Console to the TV and AC Adapter
Make sure the TV is turned o, then follow steps – to connect the HDMI cable and Wii U AC adapter
included to the correct ports on the Wii U console. When the AC adapter is plugged into the electrical outlet,
the power LED on the Wii U console will light up red.
·Ensure that the WiiU console is at least 10cm away from obstructions such as walls.
·Do not place objects such as USB hard drives on top of the Wii U console.
If your TV has multiple ports
Remember the name and number of the port you have used (e.g.“HDMI1”,
“VIDEO2”, “INPUT3”). You will need this when you change the TV input – see
step 2– .
If you are not using an HDMI cable
Connect your AV cable to the TV and Wii U console.
·Insert the AV Multi Out plug into the Wii U console (see illustration).
·Make sure the plug is correctly inserted into the TV’s AV port.
·Follow steps and above to connect the AC adapter to the Wii U console.
AV Multi Out plug
Installing and Connecting the Console Placing the Sensor Bar
A Sensor Bar is required to play Wii software.
Some Wii U software, when played with a Wii Remote™ or a Wii Remote Plus, also requires a Sensor Bar.
If you own a Wii console
Plug in the Sensor Bar from your Wii console rmly into the back of the WiiU console.
If you don’t own a Wii console
Follow these instructions to set up your Sensor Bar (RVL-014) (included as part of
the Premium Pack).
Plug the Sensor Bar rmly into the back of the WiiU console.
After reviewing the “Placement Tips” section below, peel o the protective lm and place the Sensor Bar above or
below the TV.
Placement Tips
 Place in a central position, facing directly forwards.  Place slightly in front of the TV or TV stand. Make
sure it is on a at surface.
 Place near the TV screen.
Vertical Placement of the Console
Insert the protrusions on the console into the corresponding slots in
the Wii U Console Stand.
·Do not cover the air intake with the Wii U Console Stand.
·The Wii U Console Stand is included with the Premium Pack.
230-240V
AC adapter
HDMI cable
TV HDMI port

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Conguring Settings
When using the WiiU console for the rst time, you must pair the WiiU GamePad with the console and congure
console settings.
Turn on the TV and Wii U console
Use your TV’s remote control to turn on the power to the TV.
Press to turn on the Wii U console.
The power LED will turn blue.
Set your TV to the input for your Wii U console
Press the Switch Input button on your remote control (the name of this function may dier according to the
manufacturer) to change the TV input to the correct port – see step 1– .
·Depending on the TV, it may take ten seconds or more for the image to appear on your screen when changing the
TV input.
Example: If the HDMI1 port has been used
Turn the WiiU GamePad on
·If the WiiU GamePad is charging (the battery LED is orange) leave the
AC adapter plugged in during use.
Pair the WiiU GamePad with the WiiU console
Press the SYNC Button on the WiiU GamePad and WiiU console to pair them.
Press the SYNC Button on the WiiU console.
Take the stylus from
the WiiU GamePad
and use it to press
the SYNC Button
on the back of the
WiiU GamePad.
Make sure the power LED on
the Wii U console is lit up blue
If the power LED is o, make sure the AC
adapter has been rmly plugged into both
the Wii U console and the electrical outlet
(see step 1– ).
Make sure the cable connecting
the Wii U console and the TV has
been rmly plugged in
(see step 1– )
Make sure your TV has been correctly congured (see step 2– )
It may be the case that your TV skips manual input selection and prioritises certain ports, or that it has entered
power-saving mode. Otherwise, in the following situations you will need to check your TV’s operating manual:
·You have selected the correct name of the port used by the Wii U console, but no image appears
·The name of the port used by the Wii U console cannot be selected
What to do if the correct display doesn’t appear

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Conguring Settings
Symbols will appear on your TV screen. Touch the
corresponding symbols on the WiiU GamePad from
left to right.
·If the WiiU GamePad screen is o, press and then the
SYNC Button on the WiiU GamePad.
Pairing is complete when the Wii U GamePad displays
a message stating that it is ready for use.
If you are returned to the symbol input screen, then
input the symbols again, being careful to input them
in the correct order.
Congure settings following the on-screen instructions
More detailed explanations of the settings will appear on the TV and Wii U GamePad screens while you are
conguring them.
Touch the symbols to input them
An example of the symbols
Linking your Nintendo Network ID to multiple devices
If you have already created a Nintendo Network™ ID and linked it to a Nintendo 3DS™ system, it is
recommended that you link the same ID to a user on your Wii U console. This will allow the two
devices to share Nintendo eShop account activity, funds and more. For more information, see the
Wii U Operations Manual, “User Settings”.
·Data cannot be shared between devices if they are linked to dierent IDs.
What to do if the touch screen cannot be used (does not respond)
If you are using a commercially-available protective sheet on the touch screen, there is a chance that the touch
screen may stop responding correctly. Read any documentation supplied with the protective sheet, and reattach it
correctly to the touch screen.
·If the protective sheet is misaligned, please reattach the sheet without pushing the edges under the Wii U GamePad frame.
Dirt or air has become
trapped between the protective
sheet and the touch screen
The protective sheet has
become misaligned
The protective sheet has slid
between the Wii U GamePad
frame and the touch screen
·The Wii U GamePad is operating correctly if you remove the protective sheet and touch screen controls work as normal.
Main Settings
Date and Time
Internet
Parental
Controls
TV /
TV Remote
New User
(User Settings)
Explanations of the setting you are
conguring will appear here.
You can scroll the explanation on
the TV screen up and down.
The settings screen will be displayed here. Perform controls by touching.
The following operations can be performed while conguring settings.
 Left Stick: select items
 Control Pad: select items
 A, B, X and Y Buttons: select the button on screen
Conguration is complete once a screen
like this (the Wii U Menu) appears.
It is possible to congure some settings at a later time.

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Conguring Settings
Internet Settings
Connect to the internet in order to download or purchase software not available
in shops, play with people all over the world, and more.
·You are responsible for any internet connection fees. We therefore recommend that
you make sure that you have high-speed internet access with no restrictions on
usage and downloading time before using such services, in order to avoid additional
internet charges being incurred when using such services.
What You’ll Need to Connect to the Internet
The things you’ll need will vary depending on your internet connection environment at home.
See the next page for more information.
Do you have a broadband internet connection?
Do you have a wireless LAN network device
(such as a wireless LAN router)?
Does your wireless LAN network device support any
of the 802.11n, 802.11g or 802.11b standards?
Select INTERNET from System Settings on the
WiiU Menu to congure an internet connection.
Prepare a broadband internet connection (see below).
Prepare a Wii LAN Adapter (Ethernet) (RVL-015).
Prepare a wireless LAN network device that supports
the 802.11n, 802.11g or 802.11b standards.
Yes
Yes
Yes No
No
No
Broadband Internet Connection
You will need to contact an ISP (internet service provider) and arrange to set up a broadband internet connection
(such as ADSL or cable).
Network Devices (Wired and Wireless)
You will need one of the following network devices.
·A separate broadband router is required if you use a modem (bridge-type modem) that does not have a router feature.
Wii LAN Adapter (Ethernet) (sold separately)
Connect to the internet using a wired connection. Refer to the instruction booklet for the
Wii LAN Adapter for information on how to connect.
·Please contact Nintendo Customer Service for availability and ordering information.
Third-Party Wireless LAN Network Device
Connect to the internet wirelessly using a network device that supports the 802.11n, 802.11g
or 802.11b standards. You can also congure a connection easily if your network device supports
(has a mark or sticker for) either of the following:
AOSS™ Wi-Fi Protected Setup™
·Check the Nintendo website (see Important Information booklet) for a list of network devices (routers) known to work with
the Wii U console. Network devices that only support 802.11a cannot be used.
After Preparing
Select INTERNET from System Settings on
the Wii U Menu.
·More information will be displayed on the
TV screen when you congure these settings.
Issues with Connectivity
Following the setup shown below may improve connectivity issues.
·Make sure no devices are nearby that cause wireless interference (audio ampliers, microwave ovens, cordless devices,
etc.), and that obstacles such as walls and furniture are not blocking the signal.
·Please also refer to the instruction manual for your network device.
Network device Wii U
At least 2 metres apart
(In the same room)
Within 8 metres
(In the same room)
Wii U GamePad

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Conguring Settings Playing Disc Software
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR PARENTS
PLEASE READ!
Your Wii U console oers a variety of exciting features, but not all of them may be suitable for children. We have prepared
special steps to make your Wii U console safe for your child.
Parental Controls
Please set up a user for your child on Wii U. During the set up, you will
be asked to set Parental Controls. Follow the on-screen instructions to set
specic restrictions.
Game Rating Restricts the use or purchase of software containing content inappropriate for
children, based on various age rating systems.
Online Interaction
in Games
Restricts the ability of Wii U software to connect to the internet for activities such as
online play and chat.
Internet Browser Restricts access to the internet browser.
Wii U Shopping Services Restricts the use of credit cards and purchase of software in services such as
Nintendo eShop.
Miiverse™ Restricts the viewing and posting of content on Miiverse.
Friend Registration Restricts the registration of friends.
Entertainment Excluding
Games
Restricts the use of non-game software (such as video viewing software). When this
setting is enabled, a screen with a description of the software will appear before rst
starting such software to enable an informed choice about whether to allow the use
of the software by children.
Data Management Restricts the Wii U data management feature.
Internet Settings Restricts the ability to congure, add or delete internet connection settings.
·In addition to the restrictions above, other options such as the country setting, certain user settings, Wii U Chat settings, and the
deletion of all content and settings will be automatically restricted.
·The items you can restrict on the Wii U Menu and Wii Menu dier.
·After updating your console, the items you can restrict may change.
To use Parental Controls or to change the settings after the initial setup has been completed, go to the Wii U Menu and
select Parental Controls.
For more information, please see the WiiU Electronic Manual.
Thank you. With Parental Controls, your child will be able to safely enjoy using the Wii U console.
You can play WiiU discs and Wii Game Discs.
·Ensure that you read Health and Safety Information on the Wii U Menu.
·Depending on the software, you may need to pair a Wii Remote (see below) and/or set up a Sensor Bar (see step 1 – ).
If you have Wii Remotes (Pairing Wii Remotes with the console)
You can use Wii Remotes with the WiiU console. They
must be paired with the WiiU console before you can
use them.
Press the SYNC Button on the WiiU console, and then
press the SYNC Button on the Wii Remote.
·For some Wii Remotes, it is possible to press the SYNC Button
without removing the Wii Remote Jacket, by using the protrusion on the wrist strap to press it.
Remove the disc from its case
Remove the disc from the case by pressing the push button in
the centre of the disc holder.
Insert the disc
Insert the disc with the label side facing up. If the console is in
the vertical position, insert the disc with the label side on the
right.
Touch the software icon
When playing Wii Game Discs, you will be taken to the Wii Menu.
For more information on starting the software, check the
corresponding manual or software instruction booklet.
In addition to disc software, more features such as pre-installed software
and online services are available for your Wii U console.
Enjoy your Wii U console!
Push button

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For Wii Console Owners: Transferring Data
From a Wii to a Wii U Console
You can transfer all software data and save data from your Wii console to your WiiU console.
Aside from everything included in your WiiU and Wii packs, you will also need the following:
 1 SD / SDHC Memory Card (with at least 512MB of free space)
 Broadband internet connection
·Transferred data will be deleted from the Wii console.
·Data cannot be transferred from a WiiU console to a Wii console. Please be aware that data cannot be transferred back to
the Wii console.
Transferable Data
The following data can be transferred. You cannot
select individual items to transfer, nor can you
transfer any other kinds of data, such as save data
for Nintendo GameCube™ software.
Transfer Procedure
Connect both the WiiU and Wii consoles to the internet, and download the transfer software (free of charge)
from the Wii Shop Channel to the Wii console. Data will be transferred using an SD Card.
·For more information, see the WiiU Operations Manual, “Transferring Software and Data from Wii to Wii U”, and
follow the transfer software’s on-screen instructions, which include further details on this procedure.
Transfer data using an SD Card
Download the transfer software
 Save data for Wii software
 WiiWare™ and save data
 Virtual Console™ titles and save data
 Add-on content for software
 Wii Points
 Wii Shop Channel account activity
Other  Mii™ characters
Use Classications to Choose Computer Games and Films

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