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Why do my Wii Remote lights blink then turn off?

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 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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How do I fix my Wii Remote not lighting up?

What to do
  1. Replace the batteries in the Wii Remote with a fresh set.
  2. Once the batteries have been replaced, press any button on the Wii Remote to see if any lights appear.
  3. Verify that your Wii Remote is functioning properly.
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Why does my Wii Remote only stay on for a few seconds?

Batteries are Dead

Double check to make sure you have charged batteries in the Wii Remote. If not, it could be as simple as replacing the two AA batteries or recharging your rechargeable batteries. Learn how to remove the Wii Remote batteries here.
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How do you connect Wii Remotes that only blink flashing lights?

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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Why is my Wii Remote not working even with new batteries?

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 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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How long do Wii Remotes 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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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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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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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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Is there a way to charge Wii Remotes?

Each battery is easily recharged by placing the Wii remote in the charging dock. LIGHT INDICATOR: LED light glow from the base of the dock station to show the batteries charging status. When the charge station is connected with the power, the indicator lights will turn to blue.
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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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Can Wii Remotes stop working?

If after removing the batteries for several minutes, and resyncing the Wii Remote, you're still unable to get the Wii Remotes to work, try syncing another Wii Remote if available. If multiple Wii Remotes do not work, or you only have one Wii Remote, a repair of the Wii console is necessary.
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What does the battery at the bottom of the Wii do?

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 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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How long does it take to fully charge a Wii Remote?

It takes approximately 4.5 hours to charge the Wii U Pro Controller, though charging time will vary depending on how the system is being used and how much charge is left in the battery.
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How do you charge an old Wii controller?

Connect the Wii U Pro Controller USB cable (model WUP-018) to both the controller and the Wii U console. Nintendo does not recommend using alternative devices, such as a PC, to charge the controller. Make sure all plugs are inserted straight and all the way into the connectors.
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Why is my Wii controller blinking red while charging?

If it is flashing RED, then the battery has died. Unfortunately, the company that makes these rechargeable batteries make them with a short life cycle so you have to buy more. Sorry, there was a problem.
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What AA batteries are best for Wii Remote?

Nintendo recommends alkaline batteries.
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What batteries are best for wiimotes?

Panasonic - eneloop Rechargeable AA Batteries (8-Pack)

Highly recommend eneloop batteries and their charger is great as well, Charger lets you charge one battery at a time, rather than 2 together, This gives each a battery a better charge....
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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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