Wii Remote Troubleshooting

The Wii Remote is what makes the Wii "the Wii". Its ability to respond to movement is the major reason for the Wii's popularity. We all get some sort of feeling of satisfaction when we make a movement with the remote and see a character respond to the movement- whether it be swinging a sword or tennis racket etc. So when the Wii remote stops working the lifeblood of the Wii is dead. So it is absolutely crucial that you carry out Wii remote troubleshooting to get the remote back in working order. Below are some tips to do just that.

Check the sensor bar to see if it is positioned correctly. It should not be behind the television, but should sit on level with the television. This is to ensure that it receives the correct information from the Wii remote as you use it. If it is not place correctly, the Wii may misinterpret the information sent from the remote to the sensor bar.

Check to see that there are no obstructions between the Wii sensor bar and the remote as these can block signals going from the remote to the sensor bar. If possible, move any ornaments or any other object between you and the sensor bar, so that there are no obstructions which can block the signal.

Turn the Wii on and press a button on the Wii remote. If the lights on the remote flash, then go out the remote may not be synced with the console. This commonly occurs with a new remote that did not come with the console. To get your console to recognize the remote, sync the remote with the with the Wii (the instructions to do this are in your Wii Operations Manual).

* If the Wii remote still does not work properly, try changing the batteries in it. If you use the Wii a lot, the batteries can discharge very quickly.
* Bright sources of light such as sunlight shining towards the remote may cause problems with the remote. If possible try to prevent as much sunlight from entering the room.
* Infrared light may also adversely affect the remote. These may come from heat sources like flames from fireplaces, candles, stoves and so on.
* Radio frequency such as that produced by cordless phones, wireless key boards and mice may cause the remote to react erratically. Remove these sources of interface, if possible.