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Does the Wii sensor bar light up?

Five infrared lights should appear on both sides of the Sensor Bar. While the position/angle of the camera may need to be adjusted slightly, the lights are fairly easy to see in the LCD display. If the lights are visible, the Sensor Bar is working.
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Does the Wii sensor have a light?

To help the Wii Remote triangulate its position, there are a set of five infrared lights on the front of each side of the Sensor Bar. While invisible to the naked eye, they can be seen if viewed through an LCD screen, such as those found on Nintendo DSi systems, camera phones, and digital cameras.
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Why are my Wii sensor bar lights not working?

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 the Wii sensor bar need batteries?

The IR field created by the wireless sensor bar allows for play up to 10 feet away,which can able to work on any TV as long as your Wii can connect to the TV. 4 AAA batteries (included) can provide up 30 hours of use, Then turn on the switch.
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Why is my Sensor Bar not working?

Ensure that the Sensor Bar is plugged into the Wii U console and connected properly. If it is plugged in, unplug it and plug it back in a few times, checking after each attempt to see if the cursor shows up. You should feel it click into place when it is fully inserted.
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What to do if Wii sensor doesn't work?

First, try unplugging and then replugging in the sensor bar. This can sometimes reset the connection and get things working again. If that doesn't work, try restarting your Wii console. This will also reset any connections that may have been disrupted.
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How do I know if my Wii Remote is broken?

If no lights on your Wii Remote come on, even with fresh batteries, it appears your Wii Remote may need to be replaced.
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How do I reset my Wii sensor?

How to Reset the Wii Remote
  1. Take out the batteries, wait for one minute, and then reinsert them (there is no need to use new batteries).
  2. Wait a few seconds before pressing any buttons to wake up the Wii Remote.
  3. Resync the Wii Remote.
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Does a candle work for Wii sensor bar?

The only reason the sensor bar plugs into the Wii is to power the infrared bulbs. Because this is independent of the Wii system, you can easily replace the Wii sensor bar with household items like lit candles. Here's how to do it: Place two lit candles roughly as far apart as the sensor bar is wide.
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What color is the Wii 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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What is the best position for Wii sensor bar?

Mount the Sensor Bar to the front edge of the surface that the TV is sitting on. Do not place the Sensor Bar below the surface that the TV is sitting on (for example, on shelves below the TV). The front of the Sensor Bar should be aligned with the front of the surface that the TV is sitting on.
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How do you clean a Wii sensor?

You put 2-3 drops of the supplied cleaning fluid on the pad, then insert the paddle into the Wii's disc slot. You wiggle the handle 10-20 times to clean the lens. Press the Eject button to remove the paddle, and you're done.
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How do you check if the sensor is working or not?

Read the Ohm or resistance values and compare them to those of the manufacturer. If they don't match, the sensor is defective. If the resistance is infinite, you have an open circuit within the sensor. If the readings are zero Ohms, the sensor is shorted.
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How do you fix a broken sensor light?

How Can You Fix Motion Sensor Lights?
  1. Turn It Off and Back On. Believe it or not, sometimes all your motion sensor lights need is to be manually switched off and on again! ...
  2. Replace the Batteries. If neither of the previous two attempts worked, you may have a battery problem. ...
  3. Replace the Bulb.
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How long does Wii sensor bar last?

Battery Life and Performance

Like the KIMILAR, the NIFERY sensor will work with both the Wii and the Wii U. A set of fresh batteries will last for 12 hours, which is about the same as the Wiimote. If you're on the road, you'll probably want to bring an extra set or two.
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Is it better to have the Wii sensor bar above or below TV?

Reception may be improved by mounting the Sensor Bar to the top of the TV with the Sensor Bar Stand. Click here for more information. 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 many LEDs are in a Wii sensor bar?

Inside a Wii sensor bar

The two ICs are connected by a ribbon cable and each have 5 LED lights and a resistor.
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What is the Wii sensor called?

The Wii gaming console comes with a so-called "sensor bar," which is a misnomer because the bar does not sense anything, but simply emits infrared lights from two clusters of IR LEDs mounted at either end of the bar.
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How to bypass Wii sensor?

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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