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WARNING: PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE SEPARATE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BOOKLET INCLUDED WITH THIS PRODUCT BEFORE USING YOUR NINTENDO® HARDWARE SYSTEM, GAMES OR ACCESSORIES. THIS BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION.
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Health and Safety Information Nintendo DSi Components Charging the Battery Using the Stylus and Touch Screen Adjusting the Volume and Screen Brightness Using SD Memory Cards Replacing the Battery Pack 5 7 11 13 15 16 17
Applications and Settings
Nintendo DSi Menu
Screen Explanation Camera Mode Using Game Cards
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Nintendo DSi Camera
Screen Explanation Using the Camera Viewing the Album Other Camera Features Calendar
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This product is a precision electronic device that can be damaged by direct physical impact or contact with dust or other foreign material. A protective carrying case (sold separately) may help prevent damage to your Nintendo DSi. Please carefully read the instructions included in this manual and the separate Health and Safety Precautions booklet before setup or use of the Nintendo DSi. If, after reading all of the instructions, you still have questions, please visit our customer service area at www.nintendo.com or call 1-800-255-3700. A NOTE ABOUT COMPATIBLILTY: The Nintendo DSi system is only compatible with Nintendo DS and Nintendo DSi software.
Nintendo DSi Sound
Nintendo DSi Sound Menu Recording and Playing with Sounds Playing with Music on an SD Card Settings
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Nintendo DSi Shop
Using Nintendo DSi Shop How to Redeem Nintendo DSi Points
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DS Download Play PictoChat
Controls
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System Settings
Data Management Wireless Communication Settings Brightness Settings Profile Date/Time/Alarm Parental Controls Touch Screen Mic Test Internet Setup System Update Format System Memory Using the Keyboard
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Support and Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Error Message List Error Code List Ninendo DSi Privacy Policy Nintendo DSi Code of Conduct Warranty and Service Information Legal Notices Glossary 89 97 98 101 104 105 106 107
Nintendo products are covered by some or all of the following patents: United States Patent Numbers: 5,207,426; 5,291,189; 5,327,158; 5,337,069; 5,371,512; 5,400,052; 5,483,257; 5,495,266; 5,509,663; 5,608,424; 5,708,457; 7,309,287, D520,453; D554,194, D568,394, D532,051, D524,870. Canadian Patent Numbers: 2,037,909; 2,048,167; 2,049,899; 2,049,900; 2,049,914; 2,051,655; 2,055,718; 2,055,724; 116,763. Other patents issued and pending in the U.S., Canada and elsewhere. TM, ® and Nintendo DSi are trademarks of Nintendo. © 2009 Nintendo
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Health and Safety Information
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WARNING - Battery Leakage
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Important Safety Information  Read the following warnings before setup or use of the Nintendo DSi. If this product will be used by young children, this manual should be read and explained to them by an adult. Failing to do so may cause injury. Please carefully review the instruction booklet for the game you are playing for additional health and safety information.
Throughout this manual, you will see this symbol followed by WARNING or CAUTION, or you may see the term IMPORTANT. These terms have different levels of meaning as outlined below. Please read and understand these terms and the information that appears after them before using your DS system:
The Nintendo DS contains a rechargeable lithium ion battery pack. Leakage of ingredients contained within the battery pack, or the combustion products of the ingredients, can cause personal injury as well as damage to your Nintendo DS. If battery leakage occurs, avoid contact with skin. If contact occurs, immediately wash thoroughly with soap and water. If liquid leaking from a battery pack comes into contact withyoureyes,immediatelyflushthoroughlywithwaterandseeadoctor. To avoid battery leakage: · Donotexposebatterytoexcessivephysicalshock,vibration,orliquids. · Donotdisassemble,attempttorepairordeformthebattery. · Donotdisposeofbatterypackinafire. · Donottouchtheterminalsofthebattery,orcauseashortbetweentheterminalswithametalobject. · Donotpeelordamagethebatterylabel.
WARNING CAUTION
IMPORTANT:
Warns you about incorrect use of the Nintendo DSi that could result in serious personal injury. Cautions you about incorrect use of the Nintendo DSi that could result in personal injury or damage to the Nintendo DSi system, components, games, or accessories. Informs you about incorrect use of the Nintendo DSi that could result in damage to the Nintendo DSi system, components, games, or accessories.
WARNING - Radio Frequency Interference
The Nintendo DS can emit radio waves that can affect the operation of nearby electronics, including cardiac pacemakers. · DonotoperatetheNintendoDSwithin9inchesofapacemakerwhileusingthewirelessfeature. · Ifyouhaveapacemakerorotherimplantedmedicaldevice,donotusethewirelessfeatureofthe Nintendo DS without first consulting your doctor or the manufacturer of your medical device. · Observeandfollowallregulationsandrulesregardinguseofwirelessdevicesinlocationssuchas hospitals, airports, and on board aircraft. Operation in those locations may interfere with or cause malfunctions of equipment, with resulting injuries to persons or damage to property. IMPORTANT: The Nintendo DSi allows you to disable wireless communications. Select SYSTEM SETTINGS from the Nintenod DSi Menu, then select WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS and OFF to disable this feature. Refer to the separate Nintendo DS Health and Safety Precautions booklet for additional information on hardware and software precautions and maintenance.
WARNING - Seizures
· Somepeople(about1in4000)mayhaveseizuresorblackoutstriggeredbylightflashesorpatterns, and this may occur while they are watching TV or playing video games, even if they have never had a seizurebefore. · Anyonewhohashadaseizure,lossofawareness,orothersymptomlinkedtoanepilepticcondition should consult a doctor before playing a video game. · Parentsshouldwatchtheirchildrenplayvideogames.Stopplayingandconsultadoctorifyouoryour child has any of the following symptoms: Convulsions Eye or muscle twitching Loss of awareness Altered vision Involuntary movements Disorientation · Toreducethelikelihoodofaseizurewhenplayingvideogames: 1. Sit or stand as far from the screen as possible. 2. Play video games on the smallest available television screen. 3. Do not play if you are tired or need sleep. 4. Play in a well-lit room. 5. Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour.
WARNING - Repetitive Motion Injuries aned Eyestrain
Playing video games can make your muscles, joints, skin or eyes hurt. Follow these instructions to avoid problems such as tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, skin irritation or eyestrain: · Avoidexcessiveplay.Parentsshouldmonitortheirchildrenforappropriateplay. · Takea10to15minutebreakeveryhour,evenifyoudon'tthinkyouneedit. · Whenusingthestylus,youdonotneedtogripittightlyorpressithardagainstthescreen.Doingso may cause fatigue or discomfort. · Ifyourhands,wrists,armsoreyesbecometiredorsorewhileplaying,orifyoufeelsymptomssuchas tingling, numbness, burning or stiffness, stop and rest for several hours before playing again. · Ifyoucontinuetohaveanyoftheabovesymptomsorotherdiscomfortduringorafterplay,stop playing and see a doctor.
NOTE: This product does not contain latex. This product complies with applicable laws barring the use of toxic materials such as lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, PBB or PBDE in consumer products.
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Nintendo DSiTM Components
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Indicator LEDs
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View of the Nintendo DSi system when open (front)
Wireless Indicator LED
Lights yellow when wireless communications features are enabled for use.
Lit
Blinking
Communication is enabled.
Data is being sent.
Recharge Indicator LED
Lights orange when the battery is being charged.
Lit
Unlit
Upper and Lower LCD Screens
Twin backlit color liquid crystal screens display game screens and other SEE PAGE 15 information. The brightness of the screens can be adjusted in 5 levels. Thelowerdisplay(theTouchScreen)istouchsensitiveandshouldbeoperatedonlywithaNintendo licensed stylus. When opening the Nintendo DSi, keep your fingers away from the hinge to avoid pinching them.
Charging in progress.
Battery is charged.
NOTE: If you play a game while the battery is recharging, the recharge indicator LED may not always turn off when the charging is complete. This is normal. IMPORTANT: If the recharge indicator LED is blinking, the battery pack may not be installed properly. Check the battery placement to be sure it is installed correctly.
Indicator LEDs Power/Reset Button
SEE PAGE 8
Pressthisbuttontoturnthesystemon.Whenthesystemison,pressingthisbuttonbrieflywillresetthe system and return to the menu screen. Pressing and momentarily holding this button will turn the system off.
Power Indicator LED
Full charge
ControlButtons(The+ControlPad,A,B,X,andYButtons,andSTARTandSELECT)
For game play control. See the instruction booklet for the game you are playing for specific control information.
Indicatesthebatterychargelevelwhenthepowerison(seediagrambelow).
Headphone/Microphone Connectors
Low
Very low
No charge
Forconnectionofstereoheadphones,externalmicrophone,orheadset(allsoldseparately).Ifan accessory is connected, no sound will play through the speakers. When using earphones, set the volume at a safe level. Setting the volume too high may harm your hearing or damage the earphones.
Lit blue
Lit red
Blinking red
Stereo Speakers Microphone
Used by games or other applications that include the microphone feature. NOTE: When the power indicator LED turns red, be sure to save your game and recharge the battery. If the LED begins to blink during game play, your power is getting very low. If the battery runs out of power before you save your game, any unsaved data will be lost. NOTE: A blinking power indicator LED, when the system is closed, indicates that the system is in Sleep Mode and is conserving power.
Inner Camera
SEE PAGE 26 Used by games or other applications that use the camera feature. NOTE: Avoid getting the camera lens dirty. If it becomes dirty, wipe gently with a soft cloth, being careful not to damage the lens.
SD Card Slot
ForinsertingSDMemoryCards(soldseparately).
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Nintendo DSi (back view)
Nintendo DSi AC Adapter
Model No. WAP-002(USA)
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AC Adapter Plug Battery Cover
Plugs into a standard 120-volt AC wall outlet.
DC Connector Plug
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Remove cover to replace the battery. NOTE: Do not remove the cover unless you need to replace the battery or check battery installation.
Plugs into the AC adapter connector on the back of the Nintendo DSi.
Volume / Screen Brightness Control Stylus Holder
Adjust the sound volume or the brightness of the screens.
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Nintendo DSi AC Stylus
Always replace the stylus into the stylus holder after use. NOTE: To prevent damage to the Nintendo DSi, do not insert anything other than a Nintendo DS licensed stylus into the stylus holder.
Control Buttons [L and R Buttons] AC Adapter Connector
For game play control. See the instructions for the game you are playing for specific control information.
AllowsconnectionofNintendoDSiACAdapter(included), for recharging the battery or operation using household current.
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Wrist Strap Attachment Camera Indicator LED Outer Camera
Forattachmentofawriststrap(soldseparately).
Stylus Tip
Foruseonthelowerscreen(TouchScreen)oftheNintendoDSi. The system comes with two styluses. One is shipped in the stylus holder on the side of the system and the other is contained within the box. Make sure to keep the other stylus as a backup.
Lights when the outer camera is in use. Used by games or other applications that use the camera feature. NOTE: Avoid getting the camera lens dirty. If it becomes dirty, wipe gently with a soft cloth, being careful not to damage the lens.
DS Game Card Slot
ForloadingNintendoDSiandNintendoDSGameCards(soldseparately).
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Charging the Battery
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When fully charged, the recharge indicator LED will go out.
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WARNING There may be a risk of electric shock from lightning.
Do not use the Nintendo DSi AC Adapter during a lightning storm.
Lit orange
Unlit
· Besuretochargethebatterybeforeusingitforthefirsttimeorwhenithas not been used in the last 6 months.
Battery recharge time is approximately 2 - 1/2 hours, although this will vary depending on the remaining chargewhenyoubegintorechargethebattery.Youcanplaygameswhilethebatteryischarging,butthis will increase the recharge time. When fully charged, the battery will last from 9-14 hours on the lowest screen brightness setting, depending on the type of game activity. See page 15 for information on adjusting the screen brightness. On the brightest setting, the battery life is 3-4 hours. ...