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Why is my Wii Remote blinking but not connecting?

Install a fresh set of batteries. Clear all syncs from the Wii console. Reset the Wii remote. Sync the Wii Remote with the Wii console.
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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 you reset an old Wii Remote?

How to Reset the Wii Remote
  1. Take out the batteries, wait for one minute, and then reinsert them (there is no need to use new batteries).
  2. Wait a few seconds before pressing any buttons to wake up the Wii Remote.
  3. Resync the Wii Remote.
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How long do Wii Remotes batteries 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 is my Wii remote flashing blue and not working?

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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Why is my Wii Remote charger blinking red?

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.
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What AA batteries are best for Wii Remote?

Nintendo recommends alkaline batteries.
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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 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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Why is my Wii Remote battery blinking?

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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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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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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Are all Wii Remotes Bluetooth?

Your Wii Remotes and consoles connect using a Bluetooth connection. This means that your Wii Remotes can be connected to other devices — like computers.
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Do you 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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How long does it take a Wii Remote to charge?

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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Why is my battery blinking red and not charging?

Generally, this occurs when the charger does not receive a signal from the batteries, in other words there is a break in the connection between the charger and batteries.
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