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What does the Wii sensor bar connect to?

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 sensor bar need to be connected?

You don't. A 'Wireless Sensor Bar' is literally just an array of infrared LEDs. The Wii's wired one uses power directly from the console, Wireless just runs on batteries. There is zero data transfer in the sense of the console using the Sensor Bar to communicate anything.
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How do you set up a Wii wireless sensor bar?

From the Wii U Menu, select System Settings. Using the Left Stick scroll to the Wii Remote and Sensor Bar icon and press the A Button. Select Set Sensor-Bar Position. Tap OK to confirm.
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How does the Nintendo 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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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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You Don't Need The Wii Sensor Bar???

What port does a Wii Sensor Bar have?

A: Yes the Wii Sensor bar has an attached cord which needs to plug into the orange port.
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Why is my Wii Sensor Bar not connecting?

Troubleshoot the Sensor Bar

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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Why is my wireless Wii Sensor Bar not connecting?

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.
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Does Wii sensor bar need to be on top of 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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Can you use USB sensor bar on Wii?

Features. 💖 Product Compatible - Only Compatible with Nintendo Wii and Wii U, the USB wired infrared sensor bar for Nintendo Wii, Wii U Consoles.
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Why won't my Wii show up on my TV?

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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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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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 you replace the 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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What are the connection ports on a Wii?

Connecting a Wii To a TV With Component Cables

There should be a set of 5 ports on your TV if it has the ability to connect to component cables. These ports should be two ports for audio colored red (right, or R) and white (left, or L), and three for video, colored red (Pr/Cr), blue (Pb/Cb), and green (Y).
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Which Wii cables go where?

Plug the colored connectors into the following inputs: Yellow: Video Input. White: Audio Input Left (or Mono) Red: Audio Input Right.
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Can 2 candles replace Wii sensor bar?

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 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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How far away from Wii sensor bar?

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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Can you connect a Wii with just HDMI?

The Wii console is not compatible with HDMI. If you wish to view the Wii console with a higher quality image, component video cables can be purchased instead.
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How do you set up a Wii without the yellow cord?

There are two ways to connect the Wii console to these TVs:
  1. Purchase an adapter which allows standard AV cables to be connected to the mini-plug (headphone jack) port on the back of the TV. ...
  2. As an alternative, it is possible to purchase component cables for the Wii console.
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