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How long does a Wii Remote 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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Why would a Wii Remote stop working?

If you have fresh batteries that are making good connections inside of the Nintendo Wii Remote, but the remote still does not turn on, there may be a poor power button connection. The connection between the power button and the motherboard may be dirty, causing the remote not to turn on.
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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. You may find our information on replacement options helpful.
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How do I know if my Wii Remote needs batteries?

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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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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Why won't my Wii Remote turn on at all?

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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Why is my Wii Remote blinking but not turning 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 are the 4 flashing lights on Wii Remote?

The Wii Remote has four Player LED lights that are used as various indicators: 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.
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Do Wii Remotes charge?

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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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 recalibrate a Wii Remote?

How to Recalibrate the Wii Remote Plus
  1. Start a game that uses the Wii MotionPlus accessory. ...
  2. During game play, place the Wii Remote Plus on a flat horizontal surface (such as a table) with the buttons facing down.
  3. Wait for 10 seconds, then check for proper response.
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Why is my Wii Remote only working for a few seconds?

Take out the batteries, wait for one minute, and then reinsert them (there is no need to use new batteries). Wait a few seconds before pressing any buttons to wake up the Wii Remote. Resync the Wii Remote.
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How long does it take a Wii Remote to charge?

Our remote charging docks, designed with 4 charging docks and inbuilt with four independent intelligent circuits, enable 4 remote controllers to be fully charged about 1-3 hours simultaneously and safely, Equipped with 4 Pcs 2800mAh batteries, it can last much longer than the standard AA batteries.
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Can you clean battery acid out of Wii Remote?

Clean the corroded areas with isopropyl alcohol and a toothbrush. Q-tips can be used instead of a toothbrush. Cleaning won't make look it perfect, but the remote will work again.
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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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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 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 does the green light mean on the Wii Remote Charger?

LED indicator lights below each seat indicate the status: blue for charging and green for charged. Nyko states that a single empty battery will recharge in 1.5 to 2 hours, while two empty Wiimotes will require 3.5 to 4 hours.
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Why is my Wii charger flashing blue?

When the battery pack is fully charged, this turns into a very bright, blinking blue light.
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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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Do Wii Remotes turn off automatically?

If the Wii Remote is not used for more than 5 minutes, such as when the player is using a GameCube controller, it will shut off, and can be re-activated by pressing any button (this was also the case when using a now discontinued video-on-demand service).
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