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How long do batteries last in Wii remote?

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 long do Wii Remotes need to 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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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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How do I know if my Wii Remote battery is low?

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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Does a Wiimote drain battery?

I have the same experience as others, they drain batteries like crazy. Standard batteries that could live for months in anything else die within a few weeks of being in the wiimote. I have taken to pulling them out when not in use, they last several times longer.
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How to change the Batteries in a Nintendo Wii Controller

How long do AA batteries last in Wii Remote?

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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Can you use regular AA batteries in Wii Remote?

Nintendo recommends alkaline batteries. Do not use Lithium ion, nickel cadmium (nicad), or carbon zinc batteries. Do not mix new and used batteries (both batteries should be replaced at the same time).
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Can Wii Remotes go bad?

If no lights on your Wii Remote come on, even with fresh batteries, it appears your Wii Remote may need to be replaced. You may find our information on replacement options helpful.
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Can Wii Remotes just stop working?

Nintendo Wii Remotes are susceptible to a range of problems that could cause them to become unresponsive—several of which are simple to fix. Check the following possible causes to identify and solve the problem.
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Why are my remote batteries draining so fast?

Frequent use of the wireless system shortens the battery life because the system requires more power than normal that use the infrared system, such as changing channels or turning the TV on/off.
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How do I check the battery level on my Wii Remote?

Check battery levels
  1. Press the HOME Button on a Wii Remote that is synchronized with the Wii console.
  2. Select the Wii Remote Settings option from the Home Menu.
  3. 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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Do Wii Remotes take AA or AAA batteries?

This popular console's remote uses two AA batteries, and it's a good idea to keep a spare set on hand.
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What does it mean when Wii Remote lights blink?

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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Why is my Wii Remote blinking but not staying on?

Lights flashing on the Wii Remote indicate that it has not been able to successfully sync with your Wii console.
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What Colour should Wii Remote be when charging?

HIGH CAPACITY BATTERY - Includes two fast-recharging 2800 mAh Ni-Mh battery packs that fit your Wii remote. USB - Charge through the USB port on back of the Wii or from a computer. LIGHT UP - LED charge indicator light shines red for charging or blue for fully charged.
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How do you charge a Wii Remote without a dock?

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 sync a Wii Remote after replacing the battery?

Press and release the SYNC Button just below the batteries on the Wii Remote; the Player LED on the front of the Wii Remote will blink. While the lights are still blinking, quickly press and release the red SYNC Button on the Wii console. When the Player LED blinking stops and stays lit, the syncing is complete.
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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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Why does my Wii Remote flash blue then turn 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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Why are the buttons on my Wii Remote not responding?

Try a new set of batteries. Sometimes weak batteries can cause these types of problems to occur. Reset the Wii Remote. Make sure there aren't any other buttons being pressed.
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What type of batteries go in Wii Remotes?

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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Can I use AA battery instead of CR2032?

Two alkaline AA or AAA cells will give you ~3V. Non-rechargeable, but should give far longer life than a CR2032.
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Can you charge a Wii Remote?

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. The charging indicators light while the charging station is charging the remote or battery pack.
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