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Can I use a Wii U sensor bar on a Wii?

Features: The Old Skool Wired Sensor Bar is fully compatible with Wii and Wii U console and serves as a perfect replacement for a lost or damaged original. Works just like the original! Simply plug and play.
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Does the Wii U and Wii use the same sensor bar?

Is there a difference between the Wii and Wii U Sensor Bar? No, the two are technically identical, including width, height, light output, and blog. The Wii U's sensor bar is completely black, while early Wii sensor bars were silver and black.
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How do I connect my Wii U sensor bar to my Wii?

Insert the Sensor Bar plug into the Sensor Bar connector on the back of the Wii console. Remove the protective film from the foam pads on the bottom of the Sensor Bar. For additional stability, add adhesive-backed foam tape from the sheet included with the Wii. Mount the Sensor Bar to the top of the TV.
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Does Wii U Ultra sensor bar work with Wii?

It's nice a nice wireless sensor and works great. Worked very good with my Wii, works well from across the room.
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Can Wii U play every Wii game?

Wii U is backwards compatible with almost all Wii games and accessories, so you'll be able to continue enjoying your favourite Wii experiences on Wii U.
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How to Play Wii Games on the Wii U WITHOUT a TV Sensor Bar

What can I use instead of a Wii sensor bar?

Here's how to do it:

Place two lit candles roughly as far apart as the sensor bar is wide. In your Wii's settings, choose whether the candles are above or below the television just like you would for the sensor bar. Aim the WiiMote between the two candles and your pointer will respond on the screen like normal.
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What can I use if I don't have a Wii sensor?

If you have a pro controller, you can navigate the menus without the sensor bar, and it's basically ignored by anything with wii motion plus support as well as games that support the pro controller.
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What can you do without a Wii sensor bar?

To replace the sensor bar, simply light up a few candles near the TV, and bam – everything's back to normal. The reason why this works is because the Wii Remote relies on infrared lights to keep track of its position, and the candles' flames emit them.
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Why won't the sensor work on the Wii?

Check the cord on the Sensor Bar for any frayed wires or kinks, and verify that the Sensor Bar is free of obstructions. Check the button functionality, and that the Sensor Bar is operating correctly, by accessing the Wii Main Menu. Use the "+" and "-" buttons to scroll side-to-side through the Wii Channel screens.
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Does USB sensor bar work for Wii U?

Features. Compatible - the USB wired infrared sensor bar for Nintendo Wii, Wii U Consoles, or PC Dolphin Emulator.
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What does the Wii U sensor bar do?

The Wii U sensor bar is a bundled Wii U accessory that helps determine where the Wii U GamePad and Wiimotes are pointing, both in terms of side to side movement and position, but also in depth movement. The Wii U sensor bar is the same design that's used in the Wii, and operates the same way.
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Is it better to have the Wii sensor bar above or below TV?

Important Note: If you have not already done so, be sure to set the Sensor Bar option in the Wii console's System Setting to "Below TV." This will help ensure an optimal experience .
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How can I play Wii U without TV?

By downloading and installing a free software update, you can play the game TV-free on the Wii U GamePad screen alone. Off-TV Play can be activated from the in-game Options menu. The same software update that adds Off-TV Play also allows European and North American gamers to play together online.
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Can you use a wireless sensor on a Wii?

The NIFERY Wireless Infrared Motion Sensor Bar works with both the Wii and the Wii U, just like the KIMILAR. Its main difference is that it has a very long range, as far as 12 feet.
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Do I need a sensor bar for dolphin?

The Mayflash DolphinBar is no longer recommended as a standalone sensor bar, as newer firmwares require a Wii Remote to be connected to it in order for the sensor bar portion of the device to be active. This was not true when the review was written.
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Is the Wii U sensor bar necessary?

Technically, you dont need a sensor bar. The wii U gamepad has a built in sensor for wii motion controls. If you can position the gamepad appropriately, it functions, okay.... The best way is to position the gamepad directly in front as close to underneath as possible, a mounted option works best for me....
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Can I use a flashlight as a Wii sensor bar?

I was trying to play some baulders gate on GC but didn't have a sensor bar for my wii so I couldn't select it at the home menu. So apparently you can take a bright flashlight and hold it up to the wii remote and it works!
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How do I improve my Wii sensor bar?

To adjust the Sensor Bar settings:

Access the Wii System Settings. Click on the blue arrow to reach the Wii System Settings 2 menu options. Choose "Sensor Bar " and select the option you would like to adjust.
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Can you use candles as a Wii sensor?

Just put two candles on top or lower than the television and then spread them out to about the sensor bar's length apart. Voila! Instant Wii sensor bar replacement.
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How do you put Wii U in Wii mode?

Power on the Wii U console and then press and hold down the B Button on the Wii U GamePad, Wii Remote, or Wii U Pro Controller when you see the Wii U logo splash screen. If this does not work, you may need to wait a few seconds after seeing the Wii U logo screen before hitting the button on a Wii Remote.
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How many Wii games exist?

The list of Wii games spans from the console's launch in 2006 to the last game release in 2020. There are 1641 video games for the Wii video game console.
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How do I reuse an old Wii?

If you've been wondering what to do with your old Nintendo Wii, here's a list of ways to repurpose it.
  1. Install Homebrew on Your Old Nintendo Wii Console. ...
  2. Install Homebrew Wii Games and Apps. ...
  3. Develop Your Own Homebrew Games. ...
  4. Turn Your Old Wii Console Into a Children's Media Center.
  5. Use Your Wii to Play DVDs.
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