Instruction Booklet
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C/IM-DOL-USA-3 TO PURCHASE ADDITIONAL NINTENDO ACCESSORIES OR PARTS, SEE YOUR LOCAL NINTENDO RETAILER, VISIT OUR WEB SITE (USA ONLY) AT WWW.NINTENDO.COM OR CALL 1-800-255-3700. NOTE: This Nintendo product is not designed for use with any unlicensed or unauthorized accessories. INSTRUCTION BOOKLET NEED HELP WITH INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE OR SERVICE? NINTENDO CUSTOMER SERVICE www.nintendo.com (in Canada, www.nintendo.ca) or call 1-800-255-3700, MON.-SUN., 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m, Pacific Time (Times subject to change) TTY Consumer Service: 800-422-4281 NEED HELP PLAYING A GAME? You can visit our web site at www.nintendo.com (in Canada, www.nintendo.ca) for game play information. For automated game play tips and news, call Nintendo's Power Line at: 1-425-885-7529. This may be a long distance call, so please ask permission from whomever pays the phone bill. Rather talk with a game counselor? 1-800-521-0900 Available in U.S. and Canada - $1.50 Per Minute (In U.S. Funds) Please have Visa or MasterCard Ready MON. - SUN., 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Pacific Time Callers under 18 need to obtain parental permission to call. Prices subject to change. TTY Game Play Assistance: 425-883-9714 Nintendo of America Inc. P.O. Box 957, Redmond, WA 98073-0957 U.S.A. PN 45979E PRINTED IN CHINA WARNING: PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE SEPARATE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BOOKLET INCLUDED WITH THIS PRODUCT BEFORE USING YOUR NINTENDO ® HARDWARE SYSTEM, GAME DISC IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: OR ACCESSORY. THIS BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION. READ THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS BEFORE YOU OR YOUR CHILD PLAY VIDEO GAMES 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 - Seizures • Some people (about 1 in 4000) may have seizures or blackouts triggered by light flashes or patterns, such WARNING 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 Warns you about incorrect use of the Nintendo GameCube that could result in serious personal injury. 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 CAUTION Altered vision Involuntary movements Disorientation Cautions you about incorrect use of the Nintendo GameCube that may result in (1) personal injury or • To reduce the likelihood of a seizure when playing video games: (2) damage to the Nintendo GameCube, components, game discs or accessories. 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. NOTE: Points out important information on using or maintaining your Nintendo GameCube system. 5. Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour. 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, CAUTION - Motion Sickness Canada, Mexico and Latin America" printed on them. This product can not play CD or DVD disks. 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. • 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/ CAUTION - Laser Device consumer/manuals.html o llame a 1-800-255-3700. 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 wave length: 668nm (typ.) (658nm~678nm) Laser power: Max. 0.8mW Numeric aperture: 0.6 TM, ® and the Nintendo GameCube logo are trademarks of Nintendo. © 2001-2004 Nintendo. All Rights Reserved. NOTE: This is a latex-free product. Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. CONTENTS Section 1 Components Nintendo GameCube . ....................2-4 AC Adapter.............................. 5 The official seal is your assurance that this product is licensed or manufactured Stereo Audio/Video Cable...................5 by Nintendo. Always look for this seal Controller ................................6 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 System Setup Connecting the AC Adapter & Controller ........7 Thank you for purchasing the Nintendo GameCube™. Please carefully Connecting to a Stereo TV/VCR using a read this Instruction Booklet and the separate Precautions Booklet Stereo AV Cable.......................... 8 before connecting or using the Nintendo GameCube system or components. If, after reading all setup instructions, you are still unable Connecting to a Stereo TV/VCR using a to connect or use your system, please refer to the consumer S-Video AV Cable.........................8 assistance information on the back cover of this booklet. Connecting to a Stereo TV(digital ready) using a Please record the serial number, located on the bottom of the Stereo AV Cable & Component Video Cable.... 9 Nintendo GameCube, in the space below. You may need to refer to this number when calling for service. Connecting to a Mono TV/VCR..............10 Connecting to a TV without Audio/Video Serial Number: DS connections (RF connection)................11 Section 3 System Operation .....................12-14 Section 4 Main Menu Accessing the Main Menu ..................15 Game Play Screen........................16 Option Screen...........................16 Calendar Screen.........................17 Memory Card Screens..................18-20 Section 5 Troubleshooting ......................21-24 Section 6 Error Messages .........................25 Section 7 Warranty and Service Information ..........26 Section 8 Video Game Rating Information ............27 Graphics chip designed by ATI. ATI logo used with permission of ATI Technologies, Inc. 1 1• COMPONENTS 1• COMPONENTS TOP VIEW Lens Disc Release Button Do not touch Handle Press to release Game Disc Power Button Turns power ON or OFF Name Plate Disc Cover Reset Button Power Indicator Light Lights when power is on Open Button Opens disc cover FRONT VIEW BACK VIEW 1 234 Controller Sockets DC Input Connector (DC 12V IN) For connection of Nintendo GameCube controllers Connects the DC Jack and accessories of the AC Adapter Memory Card Slots Analog AV Output SLOT A SLOT B (SLOT A and SLOT B) (ANALOG AV OUT) For connection of Nintendo GameCube Memory Cards (Multi Out Connector) (Sold separately, see back cover for purchasing information.) Connects the Stereo Audio/Video Cable See pages 18-20 for more information on using Memory Cards and the game instruction booklet See pages 8-10 for specific information on how to save game information to a memory card. 2 3 1• COMPONENTS 1• COMPONENTS BOTTOM VIEW Nintendo GameCube AC Adapter High Speed Port Serial Port 1 DC Jack AC Plug For connection of modem or broadband adapter Connects to DC Input Connector Connects to (Sold separately, see back cover for purchasing information). on back of the Nintendo GameCube 120V AC wall outlet SIDE VIEWS Nintendo Stereo AV Cable Connects to A/V input connectors on TV or VCR Audio Audio Video Left Right (Yellow) (White) (Red) Exhaust Intake Analog AV Out Connector Plug Vent Vent Connects to ANALOG AV OUT connector (Multi Out connector) NOTE: Make sure to keep vents from being covered or obstructed. on back of the Nintendo GameCube 4 5 1• COMPONENTS 2 • SYSTEM SETUP Connecting the AC Adapter and Controller Nintendo GameCube Controller 1 IMPORTANT: Please review the Hardware R Button Precautions/Maintenance section of the L Button separate Precautions Booklet included with this product before setting up the Z Button Nintendo GameCube. Insert the DC Jack into the DC Input Start/ Y Button Connector on the back of the console.