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Why is my Wii Sensor Bar wireless not working?

Check the cord on the Sensor Bar for any frayed wires or kinks, and verify that the Sensor Bar is free of obstructions. Check the button functionality, and that the Sensor Bar is operating correctly, by accessing the Wii Main Menu. Use the "+" and "-" buttons to scroll side-to-side through the Wii Channel screens.
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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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What can you use instead of the Wii sensor bar?

The only reason the sensor bar plugs into the Wii is to power the infrared bulbs. Because this is independent of the Wii system, you can easily replace the Wii sensor bar with household items like lit candles. Here's how to do it: Place two lit candles roughly as far apart as the sensor bar is wide.
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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 do I reset my Wii sensor?

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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Wii Sensor Bar Fail and fix

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 sensor bar not working?

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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What is the best position for Wii sensor bar?

Mount the Sensor Bar to the front edge of the surface that the TV is sitting on. Do not place the Sensor Bar below the surface that the TV is sitting on (for example, on shelves below the TV). The front of the Sensor Bar should be aligned with the front of the surface that the TV is sitting on.
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How does Wii wireless sensor 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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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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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.
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Does USB sensor bar work for Wii?

💖 Product Compatible - Only Compatible with Nintendo Wii and Wii U, the USB wired infrared sensor bar for Nintendo Wii, Wii U Consoles. When using the computer to run the emulator, please make sure to have bluetooth receptors (Computer built-in or additional equipment) for recognizing the remote.
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What is a Wii wireless sensor bar?

The Wii Sensor Bar is a device for the Wii. It detects the motions of the Wii Remote and Nunchuk via Bluetooth technology.
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How do you sync a Wii Remote without the sensor bar?

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 if I put new batteries in it?

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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What is the max distance for Wii sensor bar?

The Wii Remote communicates with the Sensor Bar by infrared, providing pointing functionality over a distance of up to five meters (16 ft) from Wii Remote to Sensor Bar.
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How do you clean a Wii sensor bar?

Dip the cotton swab into the bottle of hand sanitizer and rub it gently on the problem area. This should eliminate most of the buildup. Do NOT use the hand sanitizer on the sensor lens on the end of the Wiimote.
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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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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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