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Does Wii sensor go above or below TV?

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).
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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 far should Wii sensor be?

The initial recommended distance for using the Wii Remote Pointer is 3 to 8 feet from the Sensor Bar. Seeing more than two dots? If you see more than two dots on the Sensitivity screen, then the Sensor Bar is picking up on additional light sources.
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Does the Wii sensor bar work upside down?

A: It will function normally if you do that, but like the previous person said the stand isn't set up that way.
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Which way does the Wii sensor go?

The front of the Sensor Bar should be aligned with the front of the surface that the TV is sitting on. The center of the Sensor Bar should be aligned with the center of the TV.
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How do I know if my Wii sensor bar is broken?

Adjust the camera angle and position until you can see the lights in the LCD display. If the lights are visible, the sensor bar is working. If the lights are not visible, the sensor bar will need to be replaced.
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How do I make my Wii sensor bar more accurate?

Complete these steps
  1. Access System Settings.
  2. Select the right arrow to proceed to page 2.
  3. Select Sensor Bar.
  4. Select Sensitivity.
  5. Aim the Wii Remote at the television.
  6. Use the + and – buttons on the Wii Remote to adjust sensitivity until only two blinking lights appear. ...
  7. Press the A button when done.
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How much ventilation does Wii need?

Complete these steps. If you are using console stands, install them. Place the console on a flat, steady surface. Place the console in an area where its intake and exhaust vents have at least 4" (10 cm) of ventilation space.
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Does the Wii sensor bar work?

The Wii sensor bar is quite simply a bank of powered up LED lights, it transmits no data to either the console or the Wii controllers. The LED lights are used as a reference point for your Wii remote, the Wii remote picks up the light emitted from the sensor bar and uses it to work out the movement of your controller.
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Why won't my Wii show up on my TV?

What to do. Unplug the Wii from the AC adapter and the AC adapter from the outlet. Wait a few seconds and plug them back in, turn the Wii on, and see if the issue is resolved. Turn the TV off and back on.
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Should Wii be upright or flat?

Place the Wii console on a flat horizontal surface. The rubber feet should be facing down, and the POWER Button and OPEN Button should be on the top of the console. Ensure there is enough clearance above the Wii mini for the disc tray to fully open.
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What is the max distance for Wii sensor bar?

The Wii Remote communicates with the Sensor Bar by infrared, providing pointing functionality over a distance of up to five meters (16 ft) from Wii Remote to Sensor Bar.
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How can I make my Wii look better on my TV?

Some Wii software supports a 480p progressive output that displays at an enhanced quality compared to the standard 576i display. To view Wii display output in 480p, you must change your Wii's TV Resolution setting from 50Hz (576i) or 60Hz (480i) to EDTV/HDTV (480p). Confirm your selection once it's complete.
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Does Wii use a lot of electricity?

The high effective power consumption of the Nintendo Wii console is a direct result of its low usage: the Wii with WiiConnect24 enabled uses about the same amount of electricity as an Xbox 360, but is used only one third as much.
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Can you lie Wii on its side?

The Wii console is designed with two options in mind: laying it horizontally (flat), or sitting it vertically on its side by using the included Wii Stand and Stand Plate.
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Why is my Wii sensor not picking up my remote?

Cause 1: Sensor Bar is Obstructed

If the Nintendo Wii's sensor bar is obstructed, the system may have trouble sensing the Wii Remote. If the sensor bar is obstructed by anything, move the bar to a new place where it has a direct line of sight to your Wii Remote.
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Can I replace my Wii Sensor Bar?

compatible sensor bar can be used with Nintendo Wii and Wii U consoles, a great replacement if your original sensor bar is lost, broken or damaged. it works Just like the original sensor bar with simple plug and play installation and does not require batteries or any power adapter.
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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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