Positioning The Sensor Bar; How To Position The Sensor Bar; Play Environment - Nintendo Wii U Operation Manual

Positioning the Sensor Bar

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 .)

How to Position the Sensor Bar

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 firmly
inserted . If you purchased the Basic Pack, you can use
a Sensor Bar from a Wii console set you already own .
Remove the protective film 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
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 finally select BELOW TV to specify the position of your Sensor Bar .
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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
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 .

Play Environment

Use the Wii Remote in an environment that meets the following conditions:
(p . 17) .
z you should be able to see the Sensor Bar straight in front
of you
z there should be no obstacles between the Sensor Bar and
the Wii Remote
z you should be standing or sitting in front of the television
you should be 1– 3m away from the Sensor Bar
z
If you are having difficulty 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
ventilation .
(p . 35) .
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