WARNING: PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE SEPARATE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BOOKLET INCLUDED WITH THIS PRODUCT BEFORE USING YOUR NINTENDO ® HARDWARE SYSTEM, GAME DISC OR ACCESSORY. THIS BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: READ THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS BEFORE YOU OR YOUR CHILD PLAY VIDEO GAMES WARNING - Seizures · Some people (about 1 in 4000) may have seizures or blackouts triggered by light flashes or patterns, such as while watching TV or playing video games, even if they have never had a seizure before. · Anyone who has had a seizure, loss of awareness, or other symptom linked to an epileptic condition should consult a doctor before playing a video game. · Parents should watch when their children play video games. Stop playing and consult a doctor if you or your child have any of the following symptoms: Convulsions Eye or muscle twitching Loss of awareness Altered vision Involuntary movements Disorientation · To reduce the likelihood of a seizure when playing video games: 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. Throughout this Instruction Booklet, you will see sections beginning with WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE. Each section has a different level of meaning, as follows: WARNING Warns you about incorrect use of the Nintendo GameCube that could result in serious personal injury. CAUTION Cautions you about incorrect use of the Nintendo GameCube that may result in (1) personal injury or (2) damage to the Nintendo GameCube, components, game discs or accessories. NOTE: Points out important information on using or maintaining your Nintendo GameCube system. WARNING - Repetitive Motion Injuries and Eyestrain Playing video games can make your muscles, joints, skin or eyes hurt after a few hours. Follow these instructions to avoid problems such as tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, skin irritation or eyestrain: · Avoid excessive play. It is recommended that parents monitor their children for appropriate play. · Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour, even if you don't think you need it. · If your hands, wrists, arms or eyes become tired or sore while playing, stop and rest them for several hours before playing again. · If you continue to have sore hands, wrists, arms or eyes during or after play, stop playing and see a doctor. WARNING - Electric Shock To avoid electric shock when you use this system: · Do not use the Nintendo GameCube during a lightning storm. There may be a risk of electric shock from lighting. · Use only the AC Adapter that comes with your system. · Do not use the AC Adapter if it has damaged, split or broken cords or wires. · Make sure that the AC Adapter cord is fully inserted into the wall outlet or extension cord. · Always carefully disconnect all plugs by pulling on the plug and not on the cord. Make sure the Nintendo GameCube power switch is turned OFF before removing the AC Adapter cord from an outlet. NOTE: This product only plays Nintendo GameCube Game Discs that have "For use only in USA, Canada, Mexico and Latin America" printed on them. This product can not play CD or DVD disks. · Pour une version française de ce manuel, veuillez aller sur le site www.nintendo.com/consumer/ manuals.html ou appeler le 1-800-255-3700. · Para obtener la versión de este manual en español, visite muestro web site a www.nintendo.com/ consumer/manuals.html o llame a 1-800-255-3700. CAUTION - Motion Sickness Playing video games can cause motion sickness. If you or your child feel dizzy or nauseous when playing video games with this system, stop playing and rest. Do not drive or engage in other demanding activity until you feel better. CAUTION - Laser Device The Nintendo GameCube is a Class I laser product. Do not attempt to disassemble the Nintendo GameCube. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Caution: Use of controls or adjustments or procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Specifications: Laser Type: Semiconductor laser Laser power: Max. 0.8mW Laser wave length: 668nm (typ.) (658nm~678nm) Numeric aperture: 0.6 TM, ® and the Nintendo GameCube logo are trademarks of Nintendo. © 2001-2004 Nintendo. All Rights Reserved. Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. NOTE: This is a latex-free product. CONTENTS Section 1 Components Nintendo GameCube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Stereo Audio/Video Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 System Setup Connecting the AC Adapter & Controller . . . . . . . . 7 Connecting to a Stereo TV/VCR using a Stereo AV Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Connecting to a Stereo TV/VCR using a S-Video AV Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Connecting to a Stereo TV(digital ready) using a Stereo AV Cable & Component Video Cable . . . . 9 Connecting to a Mono TV/VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Connecting to a TV without Audio/Video connections (RF connection) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-14 Main Menu Accessing the Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Game Play Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Option Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Calendar Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Memory Card Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-20 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-24 Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Warranty and Service Information . . . . . . . . . . 26 Video Game Rating Information . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 The official seal is your assurance that this product is licensed or manufactured by Nintendo. Always look for this seal when buying video game systems, accessories, games and related products. Nintendo does not license the sale or use of products without the Official Nintendo Seal. Section 2 Thank you for purchasing the Nintendo GameCubeTM. Please carefully read this Instruction Booklet and the separate Precautions Booklet before connecting or using the Nintendo GameCube system or components. If, after reading all setup instructions, you are still unable to connect or use your system, please refer to the consumer assistance information on the back cover of this booklet. Please record the serial number, located on the bottom of the Nintendo GameCube, in the space below. You may need to refer to this number when calling for service. Serial Number: DS Section 3 Section 4 Section 5 Section 6 Section 7 Section 8 Graphics chip designed by ATI. ATI logo used with permission of ATI Technologies, Inc. 1 1· COMPONENTS TOP VIEW 1· COMPONENTS Lens Disc Release Button Handle Power Button Turns power ON or OFF Press to release Game Disc Do not touch Name Plate Disc Cover Reset Button Power Indicator Light Lights when power is on Open Button Opens disc cover FRONT VIEW 1 2 3 4 BACK VIEW DC Input Connector (DC 12V IN) Connects the DC Jack of the AC Adapter Controller Sockets For connection of Nintendo GameCube controllers and accessories SLOT A SLOT B (SLOT A and SLOT B) For connection of Nintendo GameCube Memory Cards (Sold separately, see back cover for purchasing information.) See pages 18-20 for more information on using Memory Cards and the game instruction booklet for specific information on how to save game information to a memory card. Memory Card Slots Analog AV Output (ANALOG AV OUT) (Multi Out Connector) Connects the Stereo Audio/Video Cable See pages 8-10 2 3 1· COMPONENTS 1· COMPONENTS BOTTOM VIEW Nintendo GameCube AC Adapter High Speed Port Serial Port 1 For connection of modem or broadband adapter (Sold separately, see back cover for purchasing information). DC Jack Connects to DC Input Connector on back of the Nintendo GameCube AC Plug Connects to 120V AC wall outlet SIDE VIEWS Nintendo Stereo AV Cable Connects to A/V input connectors on TV or VCR Video (Yellow) Audio Left (White) Audio Right (Red) Exhaust Vent Intake Vent Analog AV Out Connector Plug Connects to ANALOG AV OUT connector (Multi Out connector) on back of the Nintendo GameCube NOTE: Make sure to keep vents from being covered or obstructed. 4 5 1· COMPONENTS 2 · SYSTEM SETUP Connecting the AC Adapter and Controller Nintendo GameCube Controller R Button Z Button Start/ Pause Control Stick +Control Pad Y Button X Button A Button B Button Plug 2 Insert the Controllerof the into the Controller Socket on the front console. See the instruction booklet for the game you are playing to find out which socket(s) you need to plug the controller(s) into. (Illustration 2) 1 IMPORTANT: Please review the Hardware Precautions/Maintenance section of the separate Precautions Booklet included with this product before setting up the Nintendo GameCube. Insert the DC Jack into the DC Input Connector on the back of the console. (Illustration 1) L Button 1 Controller Plug C Stick 2 NOTE: If the L or R Buttons are pressed or the Control Stick or C Stick are moved out of neutral position when the power is turned ON, those positions will be set as the neutral position, causing incorrect game control during game play. To reset the controller, release all buttons and sticks to allow them to return to the correct neutral position, then hold down the X, Y and START/PAUSE Buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. Damage Caution in the separate Precautions 3 IMPORTANT: Please review the TV Screen connecting the Nintendo GameCube to a TV. Booklet included with this product before Connect the Nintendo GameCube to your TV or VCR. Refer to the following pages to setup your system with your specific equipment: · Connecting to a Stereo TV or VCR Pages 8-9 · Connecting to a Mono TV or VCR Page 10 · Connecting to a TV or VCR without Audio/Video Connections (RF connection) Page 11 the AC 4 Insert AC wall Plug from the AC Adapter into a 120V outlet. (Illustration 3) CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot and insert fully into outlet. Control Stick neutral position C Stick neutral position NOTE: On specially designed games, the Game Boy® Advance handheld video game system (sold separately, see back cover for purchasing information) can be connected directly to the Nintendo GameCube for use as an additional game screen and/or controller. Please check Nintendo GameCube software packaging for availability of this feature. 3 6 7 2 · SYSTEM SETUP 2 · SYSTEM SETUP Connecting to a Stereo TV or VCR Using the Stereo AV Cable (included) Connecting to a Stereo TV (Digital Ready) Using a Stereo AV Cable and Component Video Cable (For Nintendo GameCube Model No. DOL-001[USA] only) TV or VCR Inputs VIDEO IN LEFT AUDIO IN RIGHT LEFT TV Inputs AUDIO IN RIGHT Pr/Cr Pb/Cb Y Video (Yellow) Audio Left (White) Audio Right (Red) To console ANALOG AV OUT Video (Yellow) Do not use Audio Left (White) Audio Right (Red) Red Blue Green To console DIGITAL AV OUT Stereo AV Cable To console ANALOG AV OUT Connecting to a Stereo TV or VCR (Sold separately, see back cover for purchasing information.) Component Video Cable Using the S-Video Stereo AV Cable TV or VCR Inputs S-VIDEO IN LEFT AUDIO IN RIGHT Stereo AV Cable NOTE: The Component Video Cable/Progressive Scan feature is only available on Nintendo GameCube Model No. DOL-001(USA), pictured above. This feature is not available on Model No. DOL-101(USA). The Component Video Cable (sold separately, visit our web site at www.nintendo.com or call 1-800-2553700) will allow you to display specially designed games in Progressive Scan Mode if your TV has Progressive Scan capability (see your TV operation manual). Please see your Nintendo GameCube software instruction booklet for availability of this feature. To console ANALOG AV OUT When making the connections on pages 8 and 9, make sure to plug the Audio/Video plugs from the Stereo AV Cable into the "IN" or "INPUT" connectors on your TV or VCR (Do not use connections labeled "OUT" or "OUTPUT"). The yellow Video plug is not needed when using the Component Video Cable (see illustration above). NOTE: For the game image to appear on the TV when using the Stereo AV Cable, you must select the Audio/Video input channel ("input select") on the TV or VCR that the cable is plugged into. Accessing input select is different for each model of TV or VCR. See page 12 for more information on input select. You can also find more information about input select on our web site at: www.nintendo.com/consumer/inputselects.html After ...