Nintendo Wii U User manual

Wii U
Operations Manual
MAB-WUP-S-AUS-C4
NINTENDO AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.
Scoresby Industrial Park, 804 Stud Road, Scoresby Victoria 3179 Australia
www.nintendo.com.au
support.nintendo.com
CAUTION 
Precautions when sending your Wii U console or Wii U GamePad for repair
Please read the following precautions when sending your console or GamePad for repair in order to protect
them from damage during transit:
Packaging the Wii U console
• Wrap the console in cling film, a soft cloth or similar material.
Packaging the Wii U GamePad
• Use the original packaging from when the console was purchased to protect the screen from being
scratched or otherwise damaged.
Note: If you do not have the original packaging, please wrap the GamePad in a soft cloth or similar material.
Do not use cling film for the Wii U GamePad, as wrapping it too tightly may damage the control sticks or
buttons.
Precautions for boxing items
• Fill any excess space in the box with a cushioning material (such as bubble wrap or paper) to minimise
movement inside the box during transit.
• When packaging the Wii U GamePad, do not place anything heavy on top of the screen, such as the Wii U
console or its AC adapter.
Before returning the Product for assessment,
visit our website www.nintendo.com.au
for product support and service information,
or contact Nintendo Customer Service using the details below:
Nintendo Customer Service
Australia: [phone]
New Zealand: 0800 743 056
Hours of operation: 9:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday (AEST/AEDT)
Call charges vary. Check with your telecommunications provider.
Email: [email protected].com.au

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Wii U Documentation ................ 4
Types of Documentation ................. 4
Using Electronic Manuals................. 4
Important Health and Safety
Information (Please read)............ 5
Getting Started ............ 7
Component Names and Functions .... 7
Wii U Console ............................ 7
Wii U GamePad........................... 8
Charging the Wii U GamePad......... 11
How to Charge ........................... 11
Reading the Battery LED .................. 12
Turning the Power On / O ........... 13
Turning the Power On .................... 13
Turning the Wii U GamePad Screen O .... 14
Turning the Power O .................... 14
Pairing Controllers .................. 16
Pairing Wii Remotes and
Other Controllers ......................... 16
Pairing a Wii U GamePad .................. 16
Positioning the Sensor Bar ........... 17
How to Position the Sensor Bar............ 17
Play Environment ......................... 18
Settings .................. 19
System Settings..................... 19
Conguring Settings ...................... 19
User Settings........................ 20
Nintendo Network ID ..................... 20
Changing User Settings ................... 21
Adding/Switching Users .................. 21
How-To ................... 22
Using Wii Software .................. 22
Preparation............................... 22
Transferring Software and Data
from Wii to Wii U .................... 23
Transferable Data ......................... 23
Preparing for the Transfer................. 24
Transfer Procedure ........................ 24
Transferring Software and Data
between Wii U Consoles ............. 27
Transferable Data ......................... 28
Preparing for the Transfer................. 29
Transfer Procedure ........................ 30
Calibrating Controllers ............... 32
Calibrating the Touch Screen .............. 32
Calibrating the Control Sticks ............. 32
Calibrating the Motion Controls........... 32
Replacing and Removing Batteries .... 33
Wii U GamePad Battery.................... 33
Handling Used Batteries .................. 35
Wii U Console Battery..................... 36
Handling Used Lithium
Coin Cell Batteries ........................ 36
Troubleshooting .......... 37
Power and Temperature of Devices ........ 37
GamePad Charging and Batteries ........ 39
TV Display and Audio ..................... 40
Wii U GamePad Display and
Touch Screen Response ................... 41
Controller Operations ..................... 42
Requesting Repairs ....................... 43
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and that it has met our standards for excellence in workmanship,
reliability and entertainment value. Always look for this seal when
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Thank you for selecting the Wii U™ console.
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Wii U is a trademark of Nintendo.
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Nintendo may automatically update your Wii U console from time to time, so the information provided in this manual may become outdated. Nintendo therefore
recommends checking for the latest version of this manual on your local Nintendo website in the support section for this product.
IMPORTANT: Nintendo may automatically update your Wii U console or Wii U software to ensure the security and proper functioning of your Wii U console,
to improve the service or to protect the intellectual property of Nintendo or third parties.
This product contains technological protection measures.YourWii U console is not designed for use with any existing or future unauthorised device or software
that enables technical modication of theWii U console or software.
Any such unauthorised use may render your Wii U console permanently unplayable and result in removal of content.
Any software included in the Wii U console as well as any updates of such software (together “the Software”) are licensed by Nintendo only for personal
and non-commercial use on the Wii U console. The Software must not be used for any other purpose. In particular, without Nintendo’s written consent, you must
neither lease or rent the Software nor sublicense, publish, copy, modify, adapt, translate, reverse engineer, decompile or disassemble any portion of the Software
other than as expressly permitted by applicable law.
For use with the European/Australian version of Wii U and Wii software only.
Contents
IMPORTANT: Please read this Operations Manual and accompanying Important Information booklet before use, paying careful attention to the health and
safety information in both documents. Please also make sure you read the health and safety information in the Health and Safety Information application on
the Wii U Menu once the console has been set up. If this product is to be used by children, the documentation should be read and explained to them by an adult.
Store all documentation in a safe place.
Parental Controls
You can restrict the ways in which children use the Wii U console, for example by restricting the use of software, purchases in Nintendo eShop, viewing of websites
and other features.
During initial setup of the console, you will be asked to congure Parental Controls. Follow the on-screen instructions to set specic restrictions. To view or
change Parental Controls settings after the initial setup has been completed, select Parental Controls from the Wii U Menu.
The Parental Controls settings are protected by a PIN code that you are prompted to choose the rst time you congure Parental Controls.
For more information, please see the Quick Start Guide.

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To prevent damage to your health, and accidents caused by re
or electric shock etc., make sure you read the contents of the
Health and Safety Information application on the Wii U Menu
and the Important Information booklet packaged with the
console, and use the console as instructed.
Use of this product by children
Read the contents of the Health and Safety Information application on the Wii U Menu and the Important
Information booklet as well as any instruction manuals before use, and accompany your child or children
during their use of the console.
Perform regular checks
Perform regular checks of the console and its parts, for example making sure that the AC adapter cord
or plug is not damaged, that dust has not gathered between the AC adapter plug and electrical outlet,
that dust has not collected in the air intake and air vents of the console, and so on.
If the system doesn’t operate properly
Review the Troubleshooting chapter of the manual (p. 37).
If a problem occurs
(If you notice any damage to the console, smoke or unusual sounds or smells etc.)
Turn o Hold down the POWER Button for at least one second.
·You should touch only the POWER Button. Do not touch any other part
of the console.
Unplug Unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet.
·Disconnect any connected peripherals as well.
Contact Contact Nintendo Customer Service
(see Important Information booklet).
·Do not attempt to repair the console yourself. To do so could cause injury.
Manuals packaged with the console
Quick Start Guide
Provides information on getting ready to use the Wii U™ console for the rst time.
Wii U Operations Manual (this manual)
Provides information on topics such as part names, recharging, System Settings options and
troubleshooting.
Important Information booklet
Contains important information regarding health and safety, warranties, support information,
disposal of the product and so on.
Manuals built in to the Wii U console
Wii U Electronic Manual
Includes detailed explanations on how to use Wii U features and pre-installed software.
Wii Menu Electronic Manual
Includes detailed explanations on how to use Wii Menu features and pre-installed software.
Press the HOME Button on the Wii U GamePad while the Wii U Menu is displayed to open the HOME Menu,
then touch . The Wii U Electronic Manual will appear.
·If you press the HOME Button while using a Wii U software title, touching will display the electronic manual for
that software instead.
·To close the manual, touch in the bottom left of the screen. The console will return to the screen it was displaying
before you pressed the HOME Button.
HOME Menu Electronic manual contents
Touch or slide on the screen using the Wii U GamePad stylus (p. 9) to view the contents of the manual.
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View pageSelect items Change page
Note that the screens and illustrations shown were taken during development and may dier from those found
in the nal product.
·To change the language of the electronic manual, select the option shown in the bottom-right corner of the screen.
Types of Documentation
Using Electronic Manuals
Wii U Documentation Important Health and Safety Information (Please read)

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Component Names and Functions
Wii U Console
Front View (Slot cover opened)
·View from the right
Rear View
·Please note that the illustrations published in this manual may dier from the nal product.
POWER Button
Press to turn the Wii U console on and o.
Power LED
Shows you the status of the console.
Blue:Power is on (p. 13).
Orange:Console is downloading/installing
data while power is o (p. 14).
Red:Power is o (p. 14).
EJECT Button
Press to eject a disc.
Disc LED
Lights up white when a disc is inserted.
Disc slot
Used to insert Wii U discs or Wii Game Discs.
SYNC Button
Press to pair controllers such as the
Wii U GamePad or separately-sold
Wii Remote™/Wii Remote Plus (p. 16).
SD Card slot
Used to insert separately-sold SD Cards (see
Wii U Electronic Manual,“Using SD Cards”).
USB ports
Used to connect separately-sold USB devices
marked with (see Wii U Electronic
Manual, “Using USB Devices”).
Battery cover
Covers the compartment containing the
lithium coin cell battery (CR2032).
·Do not remove this cover except when replacing
the lithium coin cell battery.
Air intake
AC adapter connector
AV Multi Out connector
Sensor bar connector
HDMI™ port
Air vent
Component Names and Functions
AC Adapter Warnings
Incorrect usage of the AC adapter could lead to re, electric shock,
overheating or damage to the AC adapter.
zThe AC adapter should be plugged into a nearby, easily
accessible electrical outlet.
zDo not use or place the AC adapter in hot places or places
where heat can accumulate, such as:
•places that receive direct sunlight, or near sources of heat such
as stoves and heaters
•on electric blankets or carpets with long bres
•on top of AV equipment
•outdoors or in hot cars
zDo not use the AC adapter in places which have high humidity or where water might leak.
Additionally, do not handle it with dirty or greasy hands.
zDo not place any items containing liquids such as vases on top of the AC adapter.
zEnsure that the AC plug is fully inserted into the electrical outlet.
zBe sure to connect the AC adapter to the correct voltage (230V-240V).
zDo not apply force to the cord, for example by twisting or coiling the cord tightly, or by placing
heavy objects on the cord (particularly at the base of the cord).
zDo not step on the cord, pull on the cord, wind up the cord or perform technical modications
of the cord.
zRegularly remove any build-up of dirt such as dust from the AC plug by removing it from the
electrical outlet and wiping it with a dry cloth.
zWhen disconnecting any plugs from the console or electrical outlet, rst turn the Wii U console o.
Then carefully pull by the plug itself and not by the cord.
zDo not use an AC adapter that has become wet, for example with pet urine.
zThe use of these products by children should only be allowed with the full supervision of a parent
or legal guardian.
AC adapter rating information is located on the bottom of the unit.
AC plug

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Component Names and Functions
Wii U GamePad
Front View
Left Stick (L Stick)
·The Left Stick can be pressed and used like
a button.
Control Pad
Sensor bar
Detects movement of Wii Remotes when the
Wii Remote is used to control the screen on the
Wii U GamePad. (Supported software only.)
·When used in this way, this component functions
in eectively the same manner as the sensor bar
(RVL-014) which is included as part of the Premium
Pack.
·When using Wii Remotes to control software on the
TV screen, you will need to connect a separately-sold
sensor bar to the Wii U console (p. 17).
Camera
A, B, X and Y Buttons
Right Stick (R Stick)
·The Right Stick can be pressed and used like
a button.
+ Button
– Button
Speakers
POWER Button
Press to turn the Wii U GamePad and
Wii U console on and o (p. 13).
TV Button
Perform TV, digital video recorder and TV tuner
(e.g. cable television, satellite television) controls
(p. 13).
Battery LED
Lights up when charging and indicates battery
level (p. 12).
HOME Button
Press to congure settings for controllers
such as the Wii U GamePad or Wii Remote, or to
view the HOME Menu, where you can access
features such as electronic manuals (see
Wii U Electronic Manual, “HOME Menu”).
·You can also press the HOME Button to turn on the
Wii U GamePad and Wii U console (but not to turn
them o) (p. 13).
·The HOME Button LED will light up blue when you
receive a notication, when someone on your friend
list comes online (see Wii U Electronic Manual,
“Friend List”), or when you receive a call via the
built-in Wii U Chat software, among other events.
Microphone
Touch screen
NFC touchpoint
Finds and reads data from items such as cards
which support NFC (near-eld communication).
(Supported software only.)
Touch Screen Controls
Touch
Gently pressing the touch screen with the stylus
is called “touching” (or “tapping”).
·If the touch screen does not respond properly, please refer to the “Touch screen cannot be used (no response from
touch screen)”part of the Troubleshooting section (p. 41).
Slide
Tracing over the touch screen with the stylus held
gently against it is called “sliding”.
Standing the Wii U GamePad Up
Place the Wii U GamePad in a Wii U GamePad Stand or Wii U GamePad
Cradle on a at, stable surface (e.g. a tabletop).
·Do not place the Wii U GamePad on its side.
·Do not use the touch screen, buttons and so on when standing the
Wii U GamePad up in a stand or cradle.
·The Wii U GamePad Stand and Wii U GamePad Cradle are included in the
Premium Pack only.
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Top View
Rear View
Bottom View
L Button / ZL Button
R Button / ZR Button
Stylus holder
Stores the Wii U GamePad stylus.
Volume control
Slide left and right to adjust the volume of
the Wii U GamePad.
Infrared transceiver
Exchanges information using infrared
communication.
Audio jack
Plug commercially-available headphones in here.
When using headphones, ensure that you plug
them in rst before wearing them.
·When headphones are plugged in, the speakers will
be muted.
AC adapter connector
Connects to the Wii U GamePad AC Adapter.
Support
Hand grips
Battery cover
The Wii U GamePad Battery is stored here.
·Do not remove the battery cover except when
replacing the battery.
SYNC Button
Press to pair the Wii U GamePad with a
Wii U console (p. 16).
Charging terminals
Connect to the charging terminals on the
cradle.
Accessory connector
Connects to accessories for use with the
Wii U GamePad.
Component Names and Functions
The battery LED will turn orange while the Wii U GamePad is charging,
and will turn o when charging has nished. The battery LED may
not go out if you charge the Wii U GamePad while it is in use.
·Charge only in places where the temperature is between 10 and 35°C.
·Charge the Wii U GamePad if it is being used for the rst time or if it has
not been used for a while.
·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.
Connect the Wii U GamePad AC Adapter as shown in the diagrams below to charge the Wii U GamePad.
Make sure to insert the plug the right way up, and ensure that the plug is rmly inserted.
Connecting the AC Adapter to the Wii U GamePad Cradle
Place the cradle on a stable surface. If you have a commercially-available cover on your Wii U GamePad,
remove it before charging.
·The cradle is only included as part of the Premium Pack.
Directly Connecting the AC Adapter
Unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet after charging is complete, then carefully remove the plug
from the Wii U GamePad, holding both the plug and the Wii U GamePad.
How to Charge
Charging the Wii U GamePad
Charging the Wii U GamePad

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Charging the Wii U GamePad
Charging Time and Battery Life
·All times are intended as a rough guide.
zCharging time: approx. 2.5 hours
Charging time may dier depending on factors such as usage environment and remaining battery level.
zBattery life: approx. 3–5 hours
Time may dier depending on factors such as screen brightness, features in use (e.g. camera or microphone),
use of wireless communication and ambient temperature.
·The Wii U GamePad comes with the screen brightness set to 4. You can change the brightness of the screen in
Controller Settings on the HOME Menu.
Power-Saving Mode
The Wii U GamePad can automatically adjust the brightness and contrast of the screen based on the
images displayed in order to reduce battery consumption. To use the power-saving mode, enable it from
the Wii U GamePad section of Controller Settings on the HOME Menu.
The behaviour of the battery LED changes depending on the remaining battery level.
·If the battery becomes depleted while playing a game, you will not be able to use the Wii U GamePad. Charge the
Wii U GamePad when the battery LED turns red.
Remaining battery level
Battery LED
High
Low
Very low
(O ) (Red) (Flashing red)
Reading the Battery LED
Turning the Power On/O
You can turn the power on/ o via the Wii U GamePad and other controllers, or the Wii U console.
Press (the POWER Button) or (the HOME Button) on the Wii U GamePad to turn the power on and
display the Quick Start screen. The Quick Start screen will display icons for up to ten of the most recent
software titles that you have used on your Wii U console, letting you start them immediately from this screen.
·To use Quick Start, you must rst go to Power Settings in System Settings (p. 19) and select ENABLE in both the Standby
Functions and Quick Start Settings options.
·If you have enabled standby functions, icons will also appear for software that was installed while the console was turned o.
Displayed if you have set a default user for the console.
Touch the Mii™ to change to another user.
Turning the Power On via the Wii U GamePad TV Button ( )
Press on the Wii U GamePad to open the TV Remote screen and touch PLAY Wii U. Close the TV Remote
screen to open the Quick Start screen.
·The TV Remote feature also allows you to control the TV using the Wii U GamePad, for example by turning on the TV
or changing the input (see Wii U Electronic Manual,“TV Remote”).
Turning the Power On
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Turning the Power On Without Using the Wii U GamePad
Press on the Wii U console, or on a Wii Remote or other controller, to turn on the power.
Select a user (p. 20) to display the Wii U Menu.
Turning the Wii U GamePad Screen O
The screen of the Wii U GamePad can be turned o to reduce battery consumption if not in use. To turn
o the screen, select DISPLAY OFF from under Controller Settings on the HOME Menu.
·When the screen is turned o, the battery LED will slowly turn o.
Press and hold on the Wii U GamePad for one second. When the power has been turned o, the Wii U
console’s power LED will turn from blue to red, and the Wii U GamePad screen will turn o.
·You can also turn the power o by holding on the Wii U console or a controller such as the Wii Remote for one second.
·The power LED will remain on even if the power is turned o.
·The Wii U console cannot be turned o with the Wii U GamePad when using the Wii Menu or Wii software.
Warning: Turning the Power Back On
Do not immediately turn the power back on after turning it o. Doing so could damage the console.
Once the power LED has turned red, always wait at least four seconds before turning the power back on.
Auto Power-Down Feature
The Auto Power-Down feature powers down the console if there has been no user interaction with the
console for a certain period of time. You can reset the desired period of time before the console powers
down under Auto Power-Down, accessible from Power Settings in System Settings on the Wii U Menu.
·The console comes precongured to automatically power down after one hour of no user interaction.
Standby Functions
This feature allows the Wii U console to automatically download and install data even after it has been
turned o.
·This setting is disabled by default. (You can change it under Power Settings in System Settings on the Wii U Menu.)
·Even if this setting is enabled, data downloads and installations cannot be performed under the following circumstances:
• If the console has been turned o by pressing the POWER Button for more than four seconds.
• If the AC adapter is disconnected while the console is turned o.
Turning the Power O
Reading the power LED when Standby Functions are enabled
If Standby Functions are enabled and the console is turned o, the console will periodically search for available
software updates, during which time the power LED will turn from red to orange. If software on the console
needs updating or installing, the required data will be downloaded and installed. Once all data has been down-
loaded and installed, the power LED will turn back to red.
·After Standby Functions are complete, there will be a default period of one hour until the next check begins (during
which the power LED will be red). You can change this period under Power Settings in System Settings on the Wii U Menu.
Blue
Red
Orange
ON OFF
Receiving Notications
From the Wii U Menu, you can set Quick Start to receive notications by starting System Settings, then
selecting POWER SETTINGS QUICK START SETTINGS. When the Wii U GamePad receives a notication,
a sound will alert you and the notication content will be displayed on the GamePad screen.
·The screen will turn o after a period of inactivity. To turn it o immediately touch CLOSE in the bottom left of the
notications screen.
·You can change the volume of notication alerts via SETTINGS on the Quick Start screen (p. 13).
Turning the Power On/O
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Controllers such as the separately-sold Wii Remote must be paired with the Wii U console before use. Once a
controller has been paired, you can use the POWER Button on that controller to turn the Wii U console on and
o.
·A sensor bar (p. 17) is required in order to use Wii Remotes (except for certain software titles).
·If you pair a controller with one Wii U console and then wish to use it with another console, you must pair the controller
with that console rst. The same applies if you wish to use a Wii-compatible controller with a Wii™ console once it is paired
with the Wii U console.
·To pair a Wii Balance Board™, refer to the manual for the software that supports it.
To pair controllers such as Wii Remotes, press the SYNC Button on the
Wii U console (once) while the Wii U Menu is displayed. You can then
pair controllers by following the instructions on the TV screen and
pressing the SYNC Button on the controller.
·You can pair up to a total of ten controllers (this number does not include
the Wii U GamePad). Once you exceed this limit, existing controller pairings
will be deleted, starting from the oldest pairing.
Once pairing has completed, a Player LED on the controller
will light up. The Player LED that lights up indicates the player
number assigned to that controller. P1 P2 P3 P4
Example: Wii Remotes
To pair a Wii U GamePad, press the SYNC Button on the Wii U console
twice while the Wii U Menu is displayed. Next, press the SYNC Button
on the Wii U GamePad and pair it by entering the symbols shown on
the TV screen, following the on-screen explanation.
Pairing Wii Remotes and Other Controllers
Pairing a Wii U GamePad
Pairing Controllers
Before using Wii Remotes, you must position a sensor bar (RVL-014) following the steps below. A sensor bar is
included as part of the Premium Pack. (Please note that Wii Remotes and the sensor bar are not compatible
with some software.)
Connect the sensor bar to the
Wii U console
Plug it into the sensor bar connector at the rear of the
Wii U console. Ensure that the plug is rmly inserted. If you
purchased the Basic Pack, you can use a sensor bar from a
Wii console set you already own.
Remove the protective lm from the
bottom of the sensor bar
Place the sensor bar either above or below the television screen
Before placing the sensor bar, read the “Sensor Bar Placement Tips”section (p. 18).
If You Place the Sensor Bar Below the TV Screen
Start System Settings from the Wii U Menu, select Wii REMOTE AND SENSOR BAR, then select SET SENSOR
BAR POSITION and nally select BELOW TV to specify the position of your sensor bar.
How to Position the Sensor Bar
Positioning the Sensor Bar
Pairing Controllers
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Sensor Bar Placement Tips
The sensor bar should be in
a central position and facing
straight ahead.
·Do not mount the sensor bar on the TV’s
ventilation.
Place the sensor bar as far
forwards (so that it is slightly
in front of the TV) and as level
as possible.
If placing the sensor bar on
a TV stand, place it as near to
the screen as possible.
Use the Wii Remote in an environment that meets the following conditions:
zyou should be able to see the sensor bar straight in front of you
zthere should be no obstacles between the sensor bar and the
Wii Remote
zyou should be standing or sitting in front of the television
zyou should be 1–3m away from the sensor bar
If you are having diculty using the Wii Remote, adjust its
settings by starting System Settings from the Wii U Menu and
then selecting Wii REMOTE AND SENSOR BAR, or consult the
“Wii Remote cannot be operated (does not respond correctly)”
section of the Troubleshooting chapter (p. 42).
Play Environment
In System Settings, you can congure Wii U console settings such
as internet connections or data management, and view information
such as the system version of the Wii U console.
·These settings are shared across all users. You cannot congure settings for
individual users (p. 20).
Congure settings by touching the Wii U GamePad screen. For information about the available options and
the items you can congure, see Wii U Electronic Manual,“System Settings”.
Setting category
Select to congure individual items.
List of available settings for each category
System version
List of setting categories
Touch an icon to jump directly
to the corresponding category.
Explanations of Settings
Explanations will appear on the TV screen while you are conguring
settings. To scroll through the explanation on the TV screen, use the
Right Stick on the Wii U GamePad.
Configuring Settings
System Settings
Positioning the Sensor Bar
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On the Wii U console, game save data, play time and other such items can be managed or saved for individual
users. You will need to link a Nintendo Network™ ID to every user who will use online services or functions
oered by Nintendo.
Access User Settings by touching the Mii in the top left of the Wii U Menu.
Touch LINK A NINTENDO NETWORK ID on the User Settings screen
and follow the on-screen instructions.
·If you have already created a Nintendo Network ID and linked it to a
Nintendo 3DS™ system, linking the same ID to your Wii U console will
allow the two devices to share Nintendo eShop funds and more.
·A Nintendo Network ID is dierent from a Club Nintendo™ account.
·An email address is required to create a Nintendo Network ID.
·A parent or legal guardian should create a Nintendo Network ID for
children. The parent or legal guardian’s email address must be used.
Linking a Nintendo Network ID
Linking a Nintendo Network ID to each user allows them to use services such as Miiverse™
and Nintendo eShop, and allows them to manage their friends via the friend list.
·A will appear in the top-right corner of the user’s Mii portrait after successfully linking a
Nintendo Network ID.
Features available on Wii U after linking Unlinked Linked
View purchase history for downloadable software titles/
Manage friend list
Access online services and functions
View play history / Manage save data / Manage user Mii
Nintendo Network ID
Select an option from the User Settings screen and follow the
on-screen instructions.
·If you have linked the same Nintendo Network ID to both a Wii U console
and a Nintendo 3DS system, changes you make to information on the ID
on one device will be reected on the other device.
·Deleting a Nintendo Network ID will delete information associated with
that ID, such as your Nintendo eShop funds, which cannot then be used
on other devices. For more information on deleting a Nintendo Network ID,
refer to the Nintendo Network Privacy Policy.
If the console will be used by several people, for example by members
of a family, then you should rst add a user for each person who will
use the console. Touch SWITCH USER on the User Settings screen
then follow the on-screen instructions to switch to another user or
add new users.
·Up to 12 users can be added to one Wii U console.
·You can also add users from the user-selection screen after turning the
Wii U console on with .
Changing User Settings
Adding / Switching Users
User Settings
User Settings
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Transferring Software and Data from Wii to Wii U
You can play Wii software (Wii Game Discs, WiiWare™, Virtual Console™
software) from the Wii Menu.
·The Wii U GamePad and Wii U Pro Controller cannot be used to play
Wii software.
You will need the following accessories (sold separately) to use the Wii Menu.
·Wii Remote (or Wii Remote Plus) (p. 16)
·Sensor bar (p. 17)
To play software, you may need a controller and accessories for each player. For more information, please
refer to the manual for the software you wish to play.
Controlling the Screen
As well as the TV, you can use the Wii U GamePad screen to display
the software you are using. If you are using the Wii U GamePad,
then point the Wii Remote at the sensor bar on the Wii U GamePad
(see Wii U Electronic Manual,“Wii Menu”).
Sensor bar
Starting the Wii Menu Directly
After turning on your Wii U console with , you can open the Wii Menu directly by pressing and holding
the B Button on the Wii U GamePad when the Wii U logo appears.
Turning the Wii U GamePad Screen On and O
When viewing the Wii Menu or using Wii software, press on the Wii U GamePad to turn the screen on
and o.
·In circumstances other than those described above, for example when using Wii U software, the POWER Button on
the Wii U GamePad will turn the Wii U console o, so please be careful.
Preparation
Using Wii Software
Data saved on a Wii console, such as software and save data, can be
transferred (moved) to a Wii U console.
·Data will be deleted from the Wii console once transferred.
·You cannot transfer data from a Wii U console to a Wii console. Once data has
been transferred to a Wii U console, it cannot be returned to a Wii console.
You will need the following to perform a transfer:
zWii U console pack and Wii console pack
zseparately-sold SD/SDHC Memory Card (with at least 512MB of
free space) (hereafter referred to as “SD Card”)
zbroadband internet environment (see Quick Start Guide, “Internet Settings”)
·For more information about connecting a Wii console to the internet, refer to the Wii Operations Manual – Channels &
Settings.
The data listed below will be transferred as a set. You cannot select individual items to transfer, nor can you
transfer any other kinds of data, such as save data for Nintendo GameCube™ software.
Wii Software
zSave data for Wii software1
zWiiWare and save data1, 2
zVirtual Console titles and save data1, 2
zAdd-on content for software
Wii Shop Channel zWii Points3
zWii Shop Channel account activity
Other zMii characters4
1If the save data has been moved to an SD Card, please move it back to the Wii console before starting the transfer.
2Any software that came pre-installed on your Wii console cannot be transferred.
3The Wii Points balance will be added to the Wii U console’s Wii Shop Channel balance. You cannot perform a transfer
if the total balance would exceed 10,000 Wii Points.
4The Mii characters will be moved to the Mii Channel on the Wii U console’s Wii Menu.
Software on the Wii console that has been deleted or moved to an SD Card
The Wii Shop Channel account activity will be moved to the Wii Shop Channel on the Wii Menu of the
Wii U console. If you have deleted any software acquired through the Wii Shop Channel or moved it to
an SD Card, please redownload it (free of charge) from the Wii Shop Channel on the Wii U console.
Transferable Data
Using Wii Software
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Transferring Software and Data from Wii to Wii U
Connection Check
Check the connection between the Wii U console, the Wii console and the sensor bar, and check each
console’s internet connectivity.
Wii console Wii U console
Sensor bar
Wii AV cable etc. HDMI cable etc.
Example: A connected TV
Linking a Nintendo Network ID
You must link a Nintendo Network ID (p. 20) before transferring data.
When both consoles are connected to the TV, change the TV’s input to operate the Wii U and Wii in turn.
·If you are alternately connecting the Wii and Wii U consoles to the TV using one AV cable, switch the AV cable between
consoles when swapping the SD Card.
·Do not remove the SD Card, turn either of the consoles o or disconnect AC adapters while data is being saved or
loaded. Doing so could cause damage to the devices and/or data loss.
Preparing for the Transfer
User Mii icon
Transfer Procedure
Wii U Console
Select the Wii Menu icon from the
Wii U Menu.
Select Wii SYSTEM TRANSFER.
Wii System Transfer must be downloaded (free of charge)
from the Wii Shop Channel. Its icon should appear in the
Wii Menu.
•Select the system memory as the save destination.
Select the newly-appeared Wii SYSTEM
TRANSFER.
Insert the SD Card to be used for the
transfer into the Wii U console.
Read the warnings on the screen and follow the on-screen
guide as you perform the transfer. Information about the
Wii U console will be saved to the SD Card.
Change the TV input from the Wii U console to the Wii console.
If you only have one Wii Remote to operate both consoles, then it must be paired with the
Wii console (see Wii Operations Manual – System Setup).
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Wii Console
Download the Wii U Transfer Tool from the
Wii Shop Channel on the Wii console.
Select START SHOPPING to download the Wii U Transfer Tool
under Wii CHANNELS, free of charge.
•Select the Wii System Memory as the save destination.
Select Wii U TRANSFER TOOL from
the Wii Menu.
Remove the SD Card from the Wii U console
and insert it into the Wii console.
Read the warnings on the screen and follow the on-screen
guide as you perform the transfer. Data from the Wii console
will be saved to the SD Card.
•Only data saved to the Wii System Memory will be transferred to
the SD Card.
Change the TV input from the Wii console to the Wii U console.
If you only have one Wii Remote to operate both consoles, then it must be paired with the
Wii U console (p. 16).
Wii U Console
Remove the SD Card from the Wii console
and insert it into the Wii U console.
Follow the on-screen instructions to transfer the Wii console
data (saved to the SD Card) to the Wii U console.
Once the transfer has completed, the data will be deleted from the SD Card.
Transferring Software and Data from Wii to Wii U
Transferring Software and Data between Wii U Consoles
Data saved on a Wii U console, such as software and save data, can be transferred (moved) to another Wii U
console.
Source console Data Target console
You will need the following to perform a transfer:
zsource Wii U console pack and target Wii U console pack1
zseparately-sold SD/SDHC Memory Card (hereafter referred to as “SD Card”)2
zbroadband internet environment (see Quick Start Guide, “Internet Settings”)
za Wii Remote (or Wii Remote Plus)3
1If it’s not possible to connect two Wii U consoles to the television set at the same time, please connect the target Wii U
console to the TV.
2The amount of free space required on the SD Card will vary depending on the amount of data saved on the source console.
The amount of data to be transferred will be shown on the GamePad before you insert the SD Card. (Maximum 32 GB.)
3This is required in case you have any data related to Wii software saved to the console.
Transferring Data from a Premium Pack console to a Basic Pack console
The amount of data that can be saved on the Basic Pack console is smaller than that on the Premium
Pack console. If the amount of data that needs to be copied over to the target console is larger than the
available memory, you will need to use a separately-sold USB storage device. See the Nintendo website
(www.support.nintendo.com) for more information.
·To check whether your Wii U console is part of a Premium Pack or Basic Pack,
please check the label on the bottom of the Wii U console or the packaging it
came in.
·The amount of memory available for the console in each pack is as follows:
Premium Pack: 32 GB
Basic Pack: 8 GB
8 GB
Label on bottom of console
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Transferring Software and Data between Wii U Consoles
Transferring Software and Data between Wii U Consoles
The data listed below will be transferred as a set. You cannot select individual users or items of data to transfer,
nor can you transfer any settings related to controllers (pairing data or controller congurations in System
Settings).
Wii U software1
zSave data for Wii U software
zBuilt-in software and its save data2
zSoftware downloaded from Nintendo eShop and its save data1, 2
zSoftware updates, add-on content for software and any passes
or licences
User data
zSettings for each user including Nintendo Network ID and
email address
zParental Controls settings
zNintendo eShop account activity and funds
Wii data zData related to Wii software and the Wii Shop Channel3
Other4zMii characters
1Some software may not be usable on the target Wii U console.
2Mii Maker, Friend List and Miiverse can continue to be used as normal on the target console.
3For details on which data is transferred and other precautions, please see “Transferring Software and Data from Wii to
Wii U” (p. 23).
4Some other system settings, such as TV display settings can continue to be used as normal on the target console.
Transferable Data Transfer Precautions
zData will be deleted from the source Wii U console once transferred.
zAll data (including save data and user data) on the target Wii U console will be deleted and replaced
with the data from the source Wii U console.
zAny downloadable software which came pre-installed on the source Wii U console at time of purchase
will only be usable on the target console.
·If this is the case, Nintendo eShop purchase records for the software will be transferred to the Nintendo Network ID
of the user selected at the time of transfer.
zAny USB storage devices in use with the target Wii U console will become unusable on both the
target and source consoles. Furthermore, any data (including save data) on the USB storage devices
will become unusable.
·You will need to reformat a USB storage device to be able to use it again.
zAny downloadable software and add-on content on the target Wii U console will be deleted, but after
the transfer has been completed, once you relink your Nintendo Network ID to a user on the target
console, you will be able to redownload this content from Nintendo eShop at no extra charge.
zIf you wish to relink a Nintendo Network ID you use on the target Wii U console, you will need the
Nintendo Network ID, email address and password. Please make note of these before starting the
transfer.
zIf you’ve forgotten your Nintendo Network ID, go to the User Settings screen to check it (p. 20).
zIf you’ve forgotten your password, touch I FORGOT on the password entry screen and follow the
on-screen instructions.
Connection Check
Check that both Wii U consoles are able to connect to the internet via the same access point.
Check the Nintendo Network ID
You must have a Nintendo Network ID (p. 20) linked to the source
console before transferring data.
·There is no need to link the Nintendo Network ID on the target console.
Preparing for the Transfer
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Transferring Software and Data between Wii U Consoles
Control each console using the respective Wii U GamePad.
·Do not remove the SD Card, turn either of the consoles o or disconnect AC adapters while data is being saved or loaded.
Doing so could cause damage to the devices and/or data loss.
From the Wii U Menu, open System Settings
and touch SOFTWARE/DATA TRANSFER.
Select TRANSFER BETWEEN
Wii U CONSOLES.
Please read and follow the on-screen instructions carefully.
The required space needed on the SD Card will be shown
after step .
Specify which console should be the source
and which the target.
Touch the relevant option on each GamePad and follow the
on-screen instructions.
Insert the SD Card into the source
Wii U console.
The data from the source console will be copied to the SD Card.
•Downloadable software and data on the source Wii U console will
not be copied to the SD Card. After the transfer is completed, it will
be redownloaded automatically from Nintendo eShop at no extra
charge (see below).
Remove the SD Card from the source
Wii U console and insert it into the target
Wii U console.
The data on the SD Card (the data from the source Wii U
console) will be copied to the target Wii U console.
Transfer Procedure
Target consoleSource console
Target consoleSource console
Target consoleSource console
Once the data has nished being copied to the target Wii U console, the transfer is complete, and you can
now use the console as normal.
You can use any USB storage devices that you used with the source console as normal with the target Wii U
console.
·Data saved to the SD Card during the transfer process will be deleted once the transfer is complete.
·Controllers that you used on the source console will need to be paired to the target console before they can be used
(p. 16).
Automatic downloads of software and data on the source console
After the transfer has been completed, you can check the progress of automatic downloads under
Download Management in the Wii U Menu (see Wii U Electronic Manual).
·If more than 64 items need to be downloaded, the additional items will need to be downloaded individually from
Nintendo eShop. Please check this in Download Management.
·You must wait for a software download to nish before you can play it.
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If the touch screen of the Wii U GamePad does not respond correctly, or if the control sticks of controllers in
general do not respond correctly, follow the instructions here in order to perform calibration.
Calibrate the touch screen using the Wii U GamePad option in System Settings on the Wii U Menu. If you
are unable to operate the Wii U Menu using touch controls, you can use the Control Pad and the A Button
instead.
The Left Stick and Right Stick of the Wii U GamePad are analogue control sticks. The angle and direction of
these control sticks are read by the controllers to allow you to perform precision controls. When the control
sticks are not tilted in any direction, their status is referred to as the“neutral position”.
If the control sticks are tilted in any direction when
performing the operations listed below, they will
be misrecognised as being in the neutral position,
causing them to function incorrectly:
zTurning the power to the console on
zStarting software
zClosing software and returning to the Wii U Menu
Calibration (Resetting the Neutral Position)
To reset the neutral position, stop touching the control sticks, then press and hold the A, B, + and – Buttons
for at least three seconds.
If the screen moves during play even though you are not operating the Wii U GamePad, or the movement of
the screen does not match the movement of the Wii U GamePad correctly, then go to the HOME Menu and
hold the Y Button and the B Button for at least three seconds. When the calibration screen is displayed, place
the Wii U GamePad on a at surface, and select CALIBRATE or REVERT TO DEFAULTS.
·After selecting CALIBRATE, please make sure the Wii U GamePad is placed on a at surface.
Calibrating the Touch Screen
Calibrating the Control Sticks
Example: Wii U GamePad Left Stick
Calibrating the Motion Controls
Calibrating Controllers
Calibrating Controllers
You should replace the Wii U GamePad Battery if the controller can only be used for extremely short periods
of time.
Additionally, you should replace or remove the lithium coin cell battery in the console itself if the internal
clock does not function correctly or if you intend to dispose of the console.
·The replacement or removal of batteries should only be carried out by an adult.
·If the AC adapter is connected to the Wii U GamePad, ensure that you disconnect it as well.
·The capacity of the battery in the Wii U GamePad will gradually decrease over time with repeated recharging.
After 500 charges, the battery capacity will be at 70%.
The Wii U GamePad Battery (WUP-012) is not available from retail outlets. If you require a replacement,
please contact Nintendo Customer Service (see Important Information booklet).
·Please contact Nintendo Customer Service to purchase the Wii U GamePad High-Capacity Battery (2550mAh) (WUP-013).
Turn the power o
If the power LED on the Wii U console is blue, hold on the Wii U GamePad for one second to turn
both the Wii U console and Wii U GamePad o.
Loosen the battery cover screws
There are two screws. They are designed not to fall out from
the battery cover once loosened.
•To avoid damaging the heads of the screws, use a size 0 cross-head
screwdriver.
Remove the battery cover
Lift up the edge of the battery cover, then pull it out.
Wii U GamePad Battery
Replacing and Removing Batteries
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Replacing and Removing Batteries
Remove the old battery
Unplug the battery from the terminal by placing your ngers on the part of the connector plug
marked as shown in the diagrams below.
•Never disconnect the battery from the terminal by pulling on the cable, and never use anything other than your
ngers to touch the part marked , such as a screwdriver.
•After removing the battery, do not touch the terminals with metallic objects to avoid shorting (p. 35).
Wait for at least ten seconds, then install the new battery
Make sure the battery is the right way up, then install it as shown in the diagrams below.
•If you insert the new battery without waiting, the battery LED may stop lighting up or ashing.
Replace the battery cover
Put the battery cover back into position and tighten the two screws.
•Always replace the battery cover. If the battery cover is not put back into position, any shock to the battery may
cause damage to the battery, re or rupture of the battery.
•To avoid damaging the heads of the screws, use a size 0 cross-head screwdriver.
Replacing and Removing Batteries
Charge the GamePad
Make sure to charge the GamePad after replacing the battery (p. 11).
Turn the power on
Press to turn on the GamePad.
Handling Used Batteries
zInsulate the battery using tape to prevent shorting by metallic
objects.
zDo not disassemble the battery.
The Wii U GamePad uses a lithium-ion rechargeable battery.
Please dispose of this product in accordance with local regulations.
zDiscarding batteries in your general household waste can be
harmful to the environment. When disposing of the battery,
follow appropriate local guidelines and regulations.
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Ensure that the disc LED is not lit
If the disc LED is lit, press the EJECT Button and remove the disc.
Turn o the console and disconnect the AC adapter
Ensure that the power LED is red, then unplug the Wii U AC Adapter from the electrical outlet.
Turn over the console and remove the battery cover
The battery cover screw is designed not to fall out once loosened.
•To avoid damaging the head of the screw, use a size 0 cross-head screwdriver.
Remove the battery, install the new battery
and replace the battery cover
After removing the battery, place the new lithium coin cell
battery (CR2032) with the positive (+) side facing up, then
replace the battery cover.
•To avoid damaging the head of the screw, use a size 0 cross-head
screwdriver.
Wii U Console Battery
Handling Used Lithium Coin Cell Batteries
zInsulate the positive (+) and negative (–) sides using tape to prevent
shorting by metallic objects.
zDo not disassemble the battery.
zDiscarding batteries in your general household waste can be
harmful to the environment. When disposing of the battery, follow
appropriate local guidelines and regulations.
Replacing and Removing Batteries
Troubleshooting
This manual covers the topics listed below. Please review the troubleshooting information carefully before
contacting Nintendo Customer Service (see Important Information booklet).
zPower and Temperature of Devices (below)
zGamePad Charging and Batteries (p. 39)
zTV Display and Audio (p. 40)
zWii U GamePad Display and Touch Screen Response (p. 41)
zController Operations (p. 42)
·For information on other topics, see the Troubleshooting chapter of the Wii U Electronic Manual on the Wii U GamePad.
·For information on the Wii Menu, see the Wii Menu Electronic Manual.
·Also refer to any documentation for individual software titles or accessories.
Power and Temperature of Devices
Wii U console does not turn on
Is the AC or DC plug of the
AC adapter inserted rmly?
Ensure that the plugs are rmly inserted (see Quick Start Guide).
Is the power LED of the
Wii U console lit?
If the power LED does not light up after pressing the POWER Button
on the Wii U console, unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet,
wait two minutes, then plug it back in to the electrical outlet.
zIf the power LED is ashing red
Unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet, ensure that it is
not placed somewhere that accumulates heat (e.g. on top of AV
equipment) and that there is at least 10cm of well-ventilated space
around the air intake and air vents. Wait for two minutes, then plug
the AC adapter back in to the electrical outlet and turn the power on.
zIf the power LED is ashing blue
Please contact Nintendo Customer Service (see Important
Information booklet).
Wii U GamePad does not turn on
Is the battery depleted? Charge the Wii U GamePad (p. 11).
Is the battery correctly inserted? If the battery LED ashes orange during charging, or if the problem
continues even though the Wii U GamePad is already charged, take
the Wii U GamePad Battery out for at least ten seconds. Once replaced,
check to see if it is charged (p. 33).
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Wii U console suddenly turns o
Has dust collected around the air
intake or air vents?
Unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and use a vacuum
cleaner or similar to remove the dust from the air intake or air vents.
Has the console been placed
somewhere heat can accumulate
or on top of AV equipment?
Place the console somewhere else, or create at least 10cm of
well-ventilated space around the air intake and air vents.
Is the Auto Power-Down feature
enabled?
If the Auto Power-Down feature has been enabled, the console will
power down automatically if there has been no user interaction for
a certain period of time. This period of time can be recongured under
Power Settings in System Settings on the Wii U Menu.
Are you using any
unsupported USB devices
with your Wii U console?
If you are using USB devices that are incompatible with the Wii U console,
there is a chance that the console will switch itself o without warning.
Disconnect the USB device and only use USB devices that have been
veried as compatible by Nintendo. See the Nintendo website
(www.support.nintendo.com) for more information.
Wii U console does not turn o (power LED does not turn red)
Are you holding down the
POWER Button for one second?
If the Wii U console does not turn o after holding the POWER Button
down for one second (the power LED does not turn red), hold the
POWER Button on the Wii U console for at least four seconds. Please
note that the power LED does not go o even when the power is o.
·The Wii U console cannot be turned o with the Wii U GamePad when using
the Wii Menu or Wii Software.
Are you pressing the HOME
Button on the Wii U GamePad?
The HOME Button on the GamePad does not turn the Wii U console
o. To turn the power o, press the POWER Button on either the
Wii U console or GamePad.
Are Standby Functions enabled? If Standby Functions are enabled (p. 14), when the console is powered
down the power LED will turn from red to orange. Once any outstanding
downloads or installations are complete, the power LED will automatically
turn back to red.
Wii U GamePad does not turn o
Are you holding down the POWER
Button on the Wii U GamePad for
one second?
If the Wii U GamePad does not turn o after holding its POWER
Button down for one second, try holding it down for approximately
four seconds.
Wii U GamePad Battery LED does not light up when turning the controller on
The battery LED lights up when charging or if the battery level is low.
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Wii U console or controller gets hot
Are you using it in somewhere
with a high ambient temperature,
or using the controller while it is
charging?
Using the console or controllers under such conditions will cause them
to become warmer. The operable environments (room temperatures)
for the console and controllers are as follows:
Wii U console: 10–40°C
Wii U GamePad: 10–35°C
·Please be careful, as contact with the hotter parts of the controller for long
periods of time may cause skin burns, even if the controller does not feel
particularly hot to touch.
GamePad Charging and Batteries
Cannot charge/ charging takes a long time
Are you using a supported device? Use the Wii U GamePad AC Adapter (WUP-011(AUS)).
Is the AC adapter rmly
plugged in?
Unplug the AC adapter from the mains, wait at least 20 seconds,
then charge the controller by plugging the AC adapter rmly into
the AC adapter connector or cradle and the electrical outlet (p. 11).
Is there a cover on the
Wii U GamePad?
If you are using a commercially-available cover, the Wii U GamePad
cannot be charged. Remove the cover before charging.
Are you charging the device in
an environment of 10–35°C?
Charge the device in an environment of 10 –35°C. The battery will not
charge normally in warmer or cooler environments.
Is the battery LED ashing
orange?
Ensure that the battery is correctly installed (p. 33).
If the battery LED is still ashing orange, contact Nintendo Customer
Service (see Important Information booklet).
Lithium-ion batteries can slowly lose their charge over time if they have not been used for a while. If the
Wii U GamePad is not used for an extended period of time, the battery may become overdischarged and
may be impossible to charge when connecting the AC adapter. Make sure to charge the battery at least
once every six months.
Cannot use software for long periods of time even on a full charge / charging
takes a long time
Are you using the software
or charging the device in an
environment under 10°C?
During use in environments cooler than 10°C, prolonged use may not
be possible, and it may take longer than usual to charge the device.
Has the battery reached the end
of its life?
The battery life will decrease with repeated charging. If the duration of
time the battery can be used becomes extremely low, the battery has
reached the end of its life. Please replace it with a new battery (p. 33).
The battery has expanded
Lithium-ion batteries are subject to degradation over time and can expand through repeated recharging.
This is not a malfunction or a potential safety hazard. Please replace the battery if its expansion is aecting
battery life (p. 33).
If the battery leaks, do not touch it and contact Nintendo Customer Service (see Important Information
booklet).