Nintendo Ds Operations Manual

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• 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:...

Nintendo DS Components1. LCD Screens– Twin backlit color liquid crystal displays. The lower
display (the Touch Screen) is touch sensitive and should only be
operated with a Nintendo-licensed stylus.
2. Stereo Speakers
3. Power Button(POWER) – Turns system on or off. To prevent
turning the system off accidentally during game play, you must hold
the Power Button down for a moment before it will turn off.
4. Control Buttons– The+Control Pad, A, B, X, and Y Buttons, L and R
Buttons, and START and SELECT....

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7Charging the Nintendo DS BatteryDo not use the Nintendo DS AC Adapter during a lightning storm.
There may be a risk of electric shock from lightning.
Before you use the DS for the first time, or after you have not used it for
a long time, you must charge the battery. (If the DS will not be used for
long periods of time, the battery should be recharged at least once every
six months.)
When fully charged, the battery will last from six to ten hours depending
on the type of game activity.
The...

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9Using the Nintendo DS Stylus and Touch ScreenThe lower LCD screen, or Touch Screen, is touch sensitive. For DS games
that include this game control feature, operate the screen by using the
included stylus.
Lightly touch or slide the stylus across the Touch Screen. (Illustrations 4
and 5)
IMPORTANT STYLUS AND SCREEN GUIDELINES:
• Use the stylus ONLY on the LOWER Touch Screen.
• Use only enough pressure to operate the game. Excessive
pressure may damage the Touch Screen.
• Do not use the...

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System Setup and Privacy InformationPictoChat (see page 16) is not an internet application.However, when
using PictoChat, you can communicate with up to 15 other Nintendo DS users
within range of your DS (approximately 65 feet). Such users will be able to see
your nickname and messages. To protect your privacy, do not give out personal
information such as last name, phone number, age, e-mail or home address
when communicating with others.
An adult should assist children with system...

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Using Nintendo DS Game Cards1.Make sure that the Nintendo DS is turned off.
2.Insert the DS Game Card into Slot 1 on the back of the system and
push it until it clicks into place. The label should face towards the
bottom of the DS. (Illustration 10)
3.Turn the power on. After the safety information screen, the game
title will appear. Touch the game title with the stylus to start the
game. Refer to the instruction manual for the game you are playing
for game instructions.
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Wireless Communication and Game Play ModesNOTE: Use of wireless devices are prohibited in some locations.
(See page 3, Radio Frequency Interference.)
You will know when your DS is in wireless mode when the Power
Indicator LED (green or red) rapidly blinks. This indicates that
wireless communication is in progress. The Power Indicator LED
will blink rapidly when using PictoChat, playing any game in
multiplayer mode, or downloading a game to another DS unit.
The Nintendo...

PictoChat
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PictoChat Screen
PictoChat™PictoChat allows you to use the Nintendo DS to send and receive
wireless messages and pictures from other DS users.PictoChat is not
an internet application.You can communicate with up to 15 other DSusers within range of your DS. SeePRIVACY INFORMATIONon page 10.1.Turn the power on. Select the PictoChat
panel from the DS Menu Screen.
(Illustration 16)
2.The chat room selection screen will appear.
Select one of the chat rooms to...