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Why won't my Wii U show up on TV?

You will need to ensure the TV is set to the correct input settings if you switch cables. It can take up to a minute for the Wii U console to detect that a Wii AV Cable/Wii Component Video Cable is connected. Once a minute has passed, ensure the TV is set to the correct input channel.
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How do I get my Wii U to show on my TV?

Connect the HDMI cable to an available HDMI port on your television. Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the Wii U console. Turn your television on. Select the correct input channel on your television.
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Why is my Wii U not connecting to the console?

Ensure that the Wii U GamePad is charged. If you have not already done so, attempt to sync the Wii U GamePad. Reset and Re-sync the Wii U GamePad: Unplug the power cord from the console, and let it sit for at least a few seconds.
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Why is my Wii U HDMI 1080p not working?

Check that the Wii U console settings are correct. Verify the Wii U connection to the TV by checking the HDMI connection or the Wii Component Video cable connection. Try another port on your TV if one is available. Try a different cable if one is available.
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Will any HDMI work for Wii U?

The Wii U comes with an HDMI cable, but older TVs may not have an HDMI connector. In that case, you'll need a multi-out cable. If you have a Wii, the cable you used to connect that to the TV can be used with your Wii U. Otherwise you'll have to buy a cable.
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How to fix your WiiU if it won’t display on tv

Can HDMI go past 1080p?

When pared down to the most basic information, the video resolution guidelines—as set by the HDMI Forum Technical Working Group that defines the specification—are: Standard HDMI: Up to 720p or 1080i resolution at a 30Hz refresh rate. High Speed HDMI: Up to 4K resolution (including 1080p) at a 30Hz refresh rate.
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Does any HDMI work on Wii?

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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Does Wii work on HDMI converter?

The Wii to HDMI Converter is not an upscaler. The MAXIMUM native resolution of Wii is analog out 480i or 480p depending on the cable you use, which means the converter will NOT magically turn your games into 720p or 1080p.
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Why didn't the Wii use HDMI?

Flat-screen TVs were just being introduced, but CRT TVs were still the norm. That is why they work optimally on the 480p standard definition. This is why Nintendo Wii does not have an HDMI port. If you still have your original Nintendo Wii and want to connect it to your newer TV, but you do not know how to, read on.
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Can I play the Wii U without the console?

By downloading and installing a free software update, you can play the game TV-free on the Wii U GamePad screen alone. Off-TV Play can be activated from the in-game Options menu. The same software update that adds Off-TV Play also allows European and North American gamers to play together online.
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How do I reset my Wii U console?

From the Wii U Menu, select System Settings. Using the Left Stick, scroll to Delete All Content & Settings and press the A Button. Please read the information displayed on your TV screen, and then tap Next. Wait for a few seconds, and then tap Delete Everything.
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Why can I hear my Wii but not see it on the TV?

If the screen goes blank but the sound still plays while playing a virtual console game it may indicate a display issue. If the screen went blank after setting the console to 480p mode, connect the Wii to your television using the Wii AV Cables and return the console to 480i mode.
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Why isn't my Wii working?

Most power issues with the Wii can be fixed by resetting the AC adapter. Unplug the AC adapter from both the outlet and the console and let it sit for at least 2 minutes. Plug both ends back in, making sure that the adapter is plugged directly into a wall outlet, not a surge protector or power strip.
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How do I connect my Wii to my TV without the yellow input?

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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Can you connect a Wii to a Roku TV?

Re: How to connect and play Wii on Roku TV

If there is no A/V tile on your Home screen, you can add it by going to Settings > TV inputs > AV > Set up input.
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Does USB to HDMI work?

USB to HDMI Adapters are highly useful for various reasons. For starters, if you have a TV, projector, or monitor with only an HDMI port, but your laptop or desktop doesn't have one, a USB to HDMI adapter is just what you need to extend or mirror your screen.
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Do the black Wiis have HDMI?

No there is no HDMI output on the Wii.…
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What are the USB ports on the Wii for?

The Nintendo Wi-Fi USB Connector is a wireless game adapter, developed by Nintendo and Buffalo Technology, which allows the Nintendo DS, Wii and 3DS users without a Wi-Fi connection or compatible Wi-Fi network to establish an Internet connection via a broadband-connected PC.
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How do I connect my Wii to my TV with component cables?

Complete these steps
  1. Locate the audio/video input jacks AND the component input jacks on the TV. ...
  2. Connect the rectangular plug of the Component Video Cable into the Digital AV Out port on the back of the Wii console.
  3. Connect the Component Video Cable to the television as follows.
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Can I use old HDMI cable for 4K?

When it comes down to 4K TV, you do not need to pick up special HDMI cables. The HDMI cable standard can impact color and resolution, but newer versions are not required for 4K TV.
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Is longer HDMI slower?

But, you may start to wonder if the length of HDMI cables is going to have an effect on the quality. Does the length of HDMI cables matter? The length of an HDMI cable does have a negative effect on signal quality, with manufacturers generally not recommending cables over 20 feet.
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At what length does HDMI lose quality?

Like many audio, video, and data cables, HDMI cords can suffer from signal degradation at longer lengths—50 feet is generally considered the maximum reliable length. And it's rare to see an HDMI cable longer than 25 feet in a store.
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