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Where is the best place to put the Wii Sensor Bar?

by Rhyley Bryan

Where is the best place to put the 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.

How do you set up a wireless Wii Sensor Bar?

How to Set the Sensor Bar Position

  1. From the Wii U Menu, select System Settings.
  2. Using the Left Stick scroll to the Wii Remote and Sensor Bar icon and press the A Button. Wii Remote and Sensor Bar selected in System Settings.
  3. Select Set Sensor-Bar Position.
  4. Tap Above TV or Below TV.
  5. Tap OK to confirm.

Is it better to have the Wii Sensor Bar above or below TV?

Do not place the Sensor Bar below the surface that the TV is sitting on; for example, on shelves below the TV. To ensure the best game play experience, make sure that: The front of the Sensor Bar is aligned with the front of the surface that the TV is sitting on.

Does the Wii Sensor Bar do anything?

Use of the Sensor Bar allows the Wii Remote to be used as an accurate pointing device up to 5 meters (approx. 16 ft) away from the bar. The Wii Remote’s image sensor is used to locate the Sensor Bar’s points of light in the Wii Remote’s field of view.

Do you need a Wii sensor bar?

You don’t really need the sensor bar. It doesn’t transmit any data to your Wii console. That long, thin wire – it only plugs into Wii for power. The flames on the candles output a similar IR imprint that the Wii remote can read.

Why does my Wii sensor bar not work?

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. If there is no response, there is likely a problem with the Wii Remote.

Do you have to have a Wii sensor bar?

Do you need the sensor bar to play Wii?

How does the Nyko Wireless Sensor Bar work?

Simplify and enhance your Wii® set up with Nyko’s Wireless Sensor Bar for Wii. The Wireless Sensor Bar allows full Wii Remote functionality without the hassle or mess of any wired connection to the console. The infrared field created by the Wireless Sensor Bar allows for play up to 25 feet away, perfect for larger or wall-mounted TVs.

Can a wireless sensor bar be used on a Wii?

Product description. The infrared field created by the Wireless Sensor Bar allows for play up to 25 feet away, perfect for larger or wall-mounted TVs. Compatible with Nintendo’s official Sensor Bar stand, the Wireless Sensor Bar is easy to set up, requiring no software or hardware installation on the Wii.

How long does a wireless sensor bar last?

Featuring 30 hours of battery life off 4 AA batteries (included) and a unique power saver mode with audible alarm, the Wireless Sensor Bar is designed for ultimate convenience. The strikethrough price is the List Price. Savings represents a discount off the List Price.

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Where is the best place to put the Wii sensor bar?

by Rhyley Bryan

Where is the best place to put the 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.

Does the Wii need a Sensor Bar?

You don’t really need the sensor bar. It doesn’t transmit any data to your Wii console. That long, thin wire – it only plugs into Wii for power. The flames on the candles output a similar IR imprint that the Wii remote can read.

Where do you place the Wii Sensor Bar?

The Wii sensor bar can be used either on the top or bottom of you HDTV. If you have your HDTV mounted on the wall and it is higher than normal, then put the bar on the bottom of the television. Was this answer helpful?

What is in a Wii Sensor Bar, how does it 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.

How do you use Wii wireless sensor bar?

Wireless or otherwise, the Wii sensor bar can be placed above or below the TV during setup. The bar should be set at the center of the screen, and as close to the TV’s border as possible. When you first start up the Wii and run its initial setup process, you will be prompted to input where the sensor bar has been placed.

Why is my Wii Sensor Bar not working?

If you have a lot of light in the room it can cause the sensor bar to not work properly. For example if you have a lot of windows in the room, close the curtains/blinds. The sensor bar works better when there’s not as much light. Also make sure you have it set properly in the Wii options.