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Are Wii controllers rechargeable?

This popular console's remote uses two AA batteries, and it's a good idea to keep a spare set on hand. You'll find rechargeable batteries at most stores, but if you're looking for the best deal, we recommend buying them in bulk online.
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Can you charge Wii controllers?

2 Ways to Charge Batteries: 1. put the battery support pad into charger,and place batteries on it, Batteries can be charged without being connected to the remote. 2. Connect battery to remote and take out the battery support pad from charger, it charge the battery with remote.
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How do you charge a Wii controller battery?

1 Plug the AC adapter into 5V INjack on the back of the charging station. You can also plug the Wii adapter supplied with your Wii Console into 12V INon the back of the charging station. 2 Place the Wii remotes or battery packs on the charging station.
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How long do Wii Remote batteries last?

A fresh set of alkaline batteries should last, depending on amount and type of use, up to 30 hours. This can vary greatly based on certain factors such as Wii Remote Speaker Volume, Rumble, battery quality and age, and the type of game being played.
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How do you revive a dead Wii Remote?

Wii Remote Not Working Correctly (No Lights Appear at All)
  1. Replace the batteries in the Wii Remote with a fresh set.
  2. Once the batteries have been replaced, press any button on the Wii Remote to see if any lights appear.
  3. Verify that your Wii Remote is functioning properly.
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Can Wii Remotes just stop working?

If after removing the batteries for several minutes, and resyncing the Wii Remote, you're still unable to get the Wii Remotes to work, try syncing another Wii Remote if available. If multiple Wii Remotes do not work, or you only have one Wii Remote, a repair of the Wii console is necessary.
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How do I know if Wii Remote is charging?

From the Wii HOME Menu

Press the HOME Button on a Wii Remote that is synchronized with the Wii console. Select the Wii Remote Settings option from the Home Button menu. The battery level of all synced Wii Remotes is displayed along the bottom. Four bars indicates a full charge, with one being the lowest charge.
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Can you put AA batteries in a Wii Remote?

Remove the battery cover on the back of the Wii Remote. Insert two AA batteries, using the plus (+) and minus (-) guides in the Wii Remote's battery compartment to insert the batteries in the proper direction.
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Why won t my wii controller turn on with new batteries?

Bad Connection in the Power Button

You have fresh batteries making good connections in the Wii Remote, but the remote still doesn't turn on. The connection between the power button and the motherboard may be dirty and causing the remote not to turn on.
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How long does it take for a Wii Remote to fully charge?

▲ Place the Wii remote properly on the charger dock, make sure they connect well. ▲ It will take about 2h to be fully charged, and it depends on how many charging unit on it.
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What rechargeable batteries are best for Wii Remote?

Panasonic - eneloop Rechargeable AA Batteries (8-Pack)

Highly recommend eneloop batteries and their charger is great as well, Charger lets you charge one battery at a time, rather than 2 together, This gives each a battery a better charge....
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What is the little battery in the Wii for?

1 Answer. It keeps your time, wifi info, and system settings in tact when the Wii is not plugged into the wall...
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How do you power on a Wii controller?

Press and hold the "1" and "2" buttons on the Wii Remote. Hold both buttons simultaneously until the four blue LED lights on your controller start blinking.
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What batteries can I use for a Wii Remote?

This popular console's remote uses two AA batteries, and it's a good idea to keep a spare set on hand. You'll find rechargeable batteries at most stores, but if you're looking for the best deal, we recommend buying them in bulk online.
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What batteries work with the Wii Remote?

Remove the battery cover on the back of the Wii Remote and insert two AA batteries, using the plus (+) and minus (-) guides in the Wii Remote's battery compartment to insert the batteries in the proper direction.
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Do Wii Remote batteries drain when not in use?

Batteries lose their charge over time, any kind of batteries do. However, the Wiimotes need a low charge all the time, they are not actually off when you stop playing, they go in low-consumption standby mode. The Wiimote system needs to be "aware" of any button presses to start all other functions.
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What does the blue light mean on the Wii Remote charger?

White charging station for Nintendo Wii remote controls. Includes four rechargeable battery packs. Charges up to 4 remotes at the same time. USB cable includes - docking station is powered by any USB port. Blue LED light indicates charging progress See full specifications.
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What does it mean when a Wii Remote flashes blue?

Lights flashing on the Wii Remote indicate that it has not been able to successfully sync with your Wii console.
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Why is my Wii not sensing my remote?

Troubleshoot the Wii Remote

Reset the Wii Remote. Remove the batteries from the Wii Remote. Wait 1 minute. Replace the batteries, re-sync the remote, and see if the problem is resolved.
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What does it mean when your Wii Remote blinks then turns off?

The lights on the Wii Remote blink momentarily before turning off means that the Wii Remote is not paired with your system. Follow these steps to allow your Wii Remote to pair (or "sync") with your Wii console. Unplug the power cord from the Wii console, and let it sit for at least a few seconds.
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What can you do with an old Wii Remote?

9 Unusual Uses for the Wii Remote
  1. Use It as a PC Mouse. Lnk.Si / Flickr / CC BY 2.0. ...
  2. Make a Theremin. Ken Moore. ...
  3. Make a Multi-Point Interactive Whiteboard. ...
  4. Make a Head Tracker for Virtual Reality Displays. ...
  5. Diagnose Eye Disorders. ...
  6. Let Your PC Track Your Fingers. ...
  7. Interact With Holograms. ...
  8. Use It as Part of an Elaborate Hoax.
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What do the lights on the bottom of a Wii Remote mean?

The LED that is illuminated indicates the Player number. Blinking LEDs indicate the Wii Remote is attempting to sync. When the Player LEDs are blinking they will indicate the battery level. If only one or two LEDs are blinking, this means the battery is low.
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How do you turn on a dead Wii?

AC adapter reset

Most power issues with the Wii can be fixed by resetting the AC adapter. Unplug the AC adapter from both the outlet and the console and let it sit for at least 2 minutes. Plug both ends back in, making sure that the adapter is plugged directly into a wall outlet, not a surge protector or power strip.
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