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    PRECAUTIONS BOOKLET INCLUDED WITH THIS PRODUCT BEFORE USING
    YOUR NINTENDO
    ®HARDWARE SYSTEM, GAME CARD OR ACCESSORY.
    THIS BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION.
    Nintendo products are protected by some or all of the following patents:
    United States Patent Numbers:
    5,207,426; 5,291,189; 5,327,158; 5,337,069; 5,371,512; 5,400,052; 5,483,257;
    5,495,266; 5,509,663; 5,608,424; 5,708,457; D478,866; D468,743.
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    Table of Contents1 Health & Safety Information2-3
    2 Nintendo DS Components4-5
    3 Charging the Nintendo DS Battery6-7
    4 Using the Nintendo DS Stylus & Touch Screen8
    5 Using the Nintendo DS Wrist Strap9
    6 System Setup & Privacy Information10
    7 Nintendo DS Menu Screen10-11
    8 Using Nintendo DS Game Cards12-13
    9 Using Game Boy Advance Game Paks12-13
    10 Wireless Communication & Game Play Modes14-15
    11 PictoChat™16-17
    12 Using the On-Screen Keyboard18
    13 Settings Menu – Changing System Settings19-23
    14 Troubleshooting24-25
    15 Warranty & Service Information26
    16 Entertainment Software Rating Information27 This product is a precision electronic device that can be damaged
    by direct physical impact or contact with dust or other foreign
    material. A protective carrying case (sold separately) may help
    prevent damage to your Nintendo DS.Please carefully read the
    following instructions and the separate Health and Safety Precautions
    booklet before setup or use of the Nintendo DS. If, after reading all of
    the instructions, you still have questions, please visit our customer
    service area atwww.nintendo.comor call 1-800-255-3700.
    Compatibility with Game Boy
    ®Games & Accessories
    The Nintendo DS is compatible with Game Boy Advance Game
    Paks in single player mode.
    The Nintendo DS willNOTwork with the following games or
    accessories:
    • Original Game Boy Game Paks
    • Game Boy Color Game Paks
    • Game Boy or Game Boy Advance Game Link
    ®cables
    • Game Boy Advance Wireless Adapter
    • Game Boy Advance e-Reader
    • Nintendo GameCube™ Game Boy Advance cable
    • Game Boy Printer
    • Game Boy Camera 
    						
    							• 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.
    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.
    • When using the stylus, you do not need to grip it tightly or press it hard against
    the screen. Doing so may cause fatigue or discomfort.
    • 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.
    The Nintendo DS contains a rechargeable lithium ion battery pack. Leakage of
    ingredients contained within the battery pack, or the combustion products of the
    ingredients, can cause personal injury as well as damage to your Nintendo DS.
    If battery leakage occurs, avoid contact with skin. If contact occurs, immediately wash
    thoroughly with soap and water. If liquid leaking from a battery pack comes into contact
    with your eyes, immediately flush thoroughly with water and see a doctor.To avoid battery leakage:
    • Do not expose battery to excessive physical shock, vibration, or liquids.
    • Do not disassemble, attempt to repair or deform the battery.
    • Do not dispose of battery pack in a fire.
    • Do not touch the terminals of the battery, or cause a short between the
    terminals with a metal object.
    • Do not peel or damage the battery label.
    The Nintendo DS can emit radio waves that can affect the operation of nearby
    electronics, including cardiac pacemakers.
    • Do not operate the Nintendo DS within 9 inches of a pacemaker while using the
    wireless feature.
    • If you have a pacemaker or other implanted medical device, do not use the
    wireless feature of the Nintendo DS without first consulting your doctor or the
    manufacturer of your medical device.
    • Observe and follow all regulations and rules regarding use of wireless devices
    in locations such as hospitals, airports, and on board aircraft. Operation in
    those locations may interfere with or cause malfunctions of equipment, with
    resulting injuries to persons or damage to property.
    Refer to the separate Nintendo DS Health and Safety Precautions booklet
    for additional information on hardware and software precautions and
    maintenance.
    NOTE: This product is latex and lead free.
    WARNING - Seizures
    WARNING
    - Repetitive Motion Injuries and Eyestrain
    WARNING - Battery Leakage
    WARNING - Radio Frequency Interference
    Health and Safety Information Health and Safety Information23IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION – READ THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS
    BEFORE YOU OR YOUR CHILD PLAY VIDEO GAMES. IF THIS PRODUCT WILL
    BE USED BY YOUNG CHILDREN, THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE READ AND
    EXPLAINED TO THEM BY AN ADULT. FAILING TO DO SO MAY CAUSE INJURY. 
    						
    							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. Used for game play control. See the
    instruction booklet for the game you are playing for specific game
    control information.
    5. Microphone(MIC.) – Used with specially designed games that
    include the microphone feature.
    6. Volume Control(VOL.) – Slide to the right to increase volume.
    7. Game Pak Slot(SLOT-2) – For Game Boy Advance Game Paks or
    Nintendo DS accessories (sold separately).
    Not compatible with Game Boy or Game Boy Color Game Paks.
    8. Recharge Indicator LED– Lights orange while the battery is being
    recharged and turns off when charging is complete.
    9. Power Indicator LED– Indicates power is on or off and battery life.
    Green color will change to red when battery charge becomes low.
    When LED turns red, save your game and recharge the battery to
    prevent loss of game data.
    • Rapid blinking shows that wireless communication is in progress.
    • Slow blinking shows that the Nintendo DS is in Sleep Mode.
    NOTE:
    If you close the DS while the power is on, it will automatically
    switch to power-saving Sleep Mode. It will resume normal mode
    when opened again.
    10. Headphone/Microphone Connectors– For connection of stereo
    headphones, external microphone or headset (sold separately).
    11. External Extension Connector(5.2V IN) – Allows connection of
    Nintendo DS AC Adapter (included) for recharging the battery or
    operation of the DS using household power. The Game Boy Advance
    Headphone adapter (sold separately) can also be connected.
    12. DS Game Card Slot(SLOT-1) - For loading a Nintendo DS Game
    Card (sold separately).
    13. Wrist Strap Attachment– For attachment of wrist strap (included).
    See pages 8-9 for more information.
    14. Stylus and Stylus Holder– Always replace the stylus into the stylus
    holder after use.
    15. Battery Cover– Can be removed to replace the rechargeable
    battery pack. See page 7 for more information on battery
    replacement.
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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 battery can be recharged approximately 500 times, but performance
    may decrease after repeated recharges, depending on usage conditions
    such as temperature. (Optimal charging temperature is between 50 and
    104 degrees Fahrenheit.) Battery life may also decrease over time. After500 recharges, battery life may be only 70% of the battery life when new.It takes approximately four hours to recharge the battery. (The actual
    time varies depending on how much battery life you have left.) When
    the power indicator LED turns red, save your game and recharge the
    battery to prevent loss of game data. You can play games while
    recharging the battery, but the recharge time will be longer.
    IMPORTANT: The DS AC Adapter is only for use with the DS and
    Game Boy Advance SP portable video game systems. It is not
    compatible with the original Game Boy, Game Boy pocket, Game
    Boy Color or original Game Boy Advance.
    1.Insert the DC Connector Plug from the
    AC Adapter into the External Extension
    Connector on the back of the DS.
    (Illustration 1)
    IMPORTANT: Be sure the DC Connector Plug is facing in the
    correct direction before inserting into the connector to avoid
    damaging either the plug or connector.2.Swing the prongs out of the AC
    Adapter and insert into a standard
    120-volt AC wall outlet. Be sure that
    the prongs are fully inserted into the
    outlet. The recharge indicator LED will
    light orange until the battery is fully
    charged. You can use the DS while
    recharging; however, will take longer
    to recharge the battery.The AC
    Adapter should be correctly
    oriented in a vertical or floor
    mounted position.
    (Illustration 2)
    3.When fully charged, the recharge
    indicator LED will go out. Remove the
    AC Adapter from the wall outlet and
    fold the prongs back into the housing.
    Remove the DC Connector Plug from
    the External Extension Connector.
    (Illustration 3)
    When disconnecting any plugs from
    the DS or wall outlet, carefully pull by
    the plug itself rather than by the cord.
    IMPORTANT BATTERY GUIDELINES:
    • Do not remove the battery from the DS unless it needs to be
    replaced.
    • Do not use any battery other than the Nintendo DS
    rechargeable battery. A replacement battery may be ordered
    through Nintendo's web site at www.nintendo.com (USA/Canadaonly) or by calling Customer Service at 1-800 255-3700.
    • When recharging the battery, use ONLY the included AC
    Adapter, Model No. NTR-002.
    • When disposing of the battery, follow appropriate local
    guidelines and regulations. For information on battery
    disposal contact your local solid waste authority.
    • If liquid comes into contact with the battery, do not reuse it.
    Call Nintendo Customer Service at 1-800-255-3700 for further
    instructions on battery replacement and possible service to
    your Nintendo DS. 
    						
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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 stylus if it is broken.
    • Use only a Nintendo-licensed stylus on the Touch Screen.
    • Replace the stylus in the stylus holder when not in use.
    • It is not necessary or recommended to install a screen
    protector on either screen. Doing so may damage the screen
    or interfere with game control or Touch Screen calibration.
    SCREEN CLEANING PROCEDURE
    If the screens on your Nintendo DS have visible smudges, fingerprints, or
    other foreign material on them, you can clean them by using a soft
    clean cloth such as a lens or eyeglass cleaning cloth.
    1.Slightly dampen the cloth with water ONLY and wipe off the screens
    to loosen any dirt or foreign material.
    2.Using a dry cloth, wipe the screens to dry them and finish the
    cleaning process.
    3.If needed, repeat the process.
    Using the Nintendo DS Wrist StrapThe wrist strap has a small plastic pad attached to it that can also be
    used on the Touch Screen. This pad is designed for use on games that
    work better with a sliding type of control. To use, first attach the wrist
    strap to the wrist strap attachment on the back of the DS. (Illustration 6)
    Place your thumb or finger against the plastic pad and slide the strap
    lock along the wrist strap to hold the pad in place as shown in
    illustration 7.Do not over tighten the strap lock. It should just be
    tight enough to hold the pad in place.
    Lightly touch or slide the stylus across the Touch Screen. (Illustrations 8
    and 9) 
    						
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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 setup and instruct them not to use
    personal information. Children should be warned about communicating with
    or meeting strangers.
    During system setup, whatever date you choose to enter as your month/day of
    birth (year is not asked for), an "It's your birthday" message will be
    communicated in the chat room on that date.
    For more information on wireless communication and privacy, visit our web site
    at http://www.nintendo.com/consumer/dsprivacy.The first time the Nintendo DS is turned on, you will be asked to select the
    screen language. Use the+Control Pad or stylus to select a language, then
    touch "Yes" or press the A Button.
    Follow the on-screen instructions to input your nickname, screen color,
    date, time, and month and day of birth (not the year). Press the B Button to
    step backward through this process if you would like to change the settings.
    You will be able to change these settings later from the Settings Menu on
    pages 19-23. For help using the on-screen keyboard, see page 18.
    At the end of this process,
    the DS will save your
    settings and turn off.
    Turn the power on to go
    to theNintendo DS
    Menu Screenshown
    at right.
    Nintendo DS Menu Screen1. User Name -Can be adjusted from the Settings Menu.
    (Page 22)
    2. Clock/Alarm and Current Time -Can be adjusted from the
    Settings Menu. (Page 21)
    3. DS Game Selection Panel -Select to play a DS Game Card
    inserted into Slot 1. (See Using Nintendo DS Game Cards on
    page 12.)
    4. PictoChat Selection Panel -Select to begin a PictoChat session.
    (See PictoChat on pages 16-17.)
    5. Game Boy Advance Game Pak Selection Panel -Select to play a
    Game Boy Advance Game Pak inserted into Slot 2. (See Using Game
    Boy Advance Game Paks on page 12.)
    6. Settings Menu Panel -Select this panel to go to the Settings Menu
    to change initial setup information and other settings. (See Settings
    Menu on pages 19-23.)
    7. Display Light ON/OFF -Touch to turn the display light on or off.
    8. Power Indicator Icon -Shows battery charge. This is green while
    the battery has a
    normal charge and will change to red when the
    battery charge gets low.
    9. Screen Startup Mode Icon -
    This icon shows which startup mode
    the DS will use when turned on.
    • In A (AUTO) mode, the DS will automatically load a game if there
    is one in Slot 1 or Slot 2. The DS will load a DS Game Card
    automatically if both slots have games loaded.
    • In M (MANUAL) mode, the DS Menu Screen screen will appear.
    Can be adjusted from the Settings Menu. (Page 20)
    10. Game Boy Advance Display Screen Icon -This icon indicates
    which screen will display Game Boy Advance games. Can be
    adjusted from the Settings Menu. (Page 20)
    11. Calendar and Current Date -Can be adjusted from the Settings
    Menu. (Page 21)
    12. DS Download Play Selection Panel -Select to use Single-Card
    Download Play mode. See Wireless Communication & Game Play
    Modes. (Pages 14-15)
    13. Wireless Communication Icon -Indicates that wireless
    communication will begin if this panel is selected.NOTE: Use of
    wireless devices are prohibited in some locations. See page 3,
    Radio Frequency Interference.
    14. Alarm ON/OFF Panel -Touch to turn the alarm on. Can be
    adjusted from the Settings Menu. (Page 21)
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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.
    4.To remove your game, first turn the power off. Push the DS Game
    Card into Slot 1 until it clicks. It will automatically eject partway out
    of the slot. (Illustration 11)Using Game Boy Advance Game Paks1.Make sure that the Nintendo DS is turned off.
    2.Insert the Game Boy Advance Game Pak into Slot 2 on the front of
    the DS. Make sure it is fully inserted into Slot 2. The label should
    face towards the bottom of the DS. (Illustration 12)
    3.Turn the power ON. 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.
    4.To remove a Game Pak, first turn the power off. Push the cartridge
    out of Slot 2 with your thumb as shown. (Illustration 13)When you are finished playing, always turn your system off and unplug
    the AC Adapter (if you are using it) from both the wall socket and the
    Nintendo DS.
    Do not wrap the AC Adapter cord around the DS.
    When not in use, close the DS to protect the screens from dust or damage.NOTE: The power will NOT automatically turn off when the system
    is closed.
    If you close the DS while the power is ON, it will automatically
    switch to power-saving Sleep Mode. It will resume normal mode when
    opened again.
    IMPORTANT GAME CARD/GAME PAK GUIDELINES:
    • Always check the Game Card or Game Pak edge connector for
    foreign material before inserting it into the DS.
    • Be sure to orient the Game Card or Game Pak correctly before
    inserting into the DS.
    • Do not turn the power off or remove the Game Card or Game
    Pak while saving game data, or saved data may be destroyed.
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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 DS wireless feature allows you to communicate or play
    games with other people without the use of cables. There are two types
    of wireless compatible DS games.
    Wireless DS Multi-Card Playrequires one Game Card for
    each DS system used. The number of players that can
    participate will be indicated under the icon.
    Wireless DS Single-Card Download Playrequires only
    one Game Card for one system (host system). The other
    players download the game information into their systems
    (client systems) using the wireless feature. The number of
    players that can participate will be indicated under the icon.
    Look for these icons on Nintendo DS game packaging for the type
    of wireless game play used on specific games and how many
    players can play simultaneously.DS Multi-Card Play1.Make sure that all DS systems are turned off, then insert a Game
    Card into each system. Turn all DS systems on.
    2.Use the stylus to touch the game title on the display to start the
    game. Refer to the instruction booklet for the game you are playing
    for game play information.DS Single-Card Download Play1.Make sure that all DS systems are turned off, then insert a Game
    Card into the system that will be the host system. Turn all DS
    systems on.
    2.Use the stylus to touch the game title on the display of the host
    system to start the game.
    3.On the client systems, touch the DS Download Play panel on the
    DS Menu Screen.4.On the Game Selection Screen, touch the game title you wish to
    download (Illustration 14). You will be asked to confirm your
    choice (Illustration 15). Touch YES to download game information
    from the host system. Refer to the instruction booklet for the game
    you are playing for game play information.
    Wireless Signal StrengthDuring wireless game play, an icon will appear on either the upper or
    lower displays showing the signal strength of the wireless signal. The
    icon has four modes depending on the signal strength, as shown below.
    IMPORTANT WIRELESS COMMUNICATION GUIDELINES:
    • Begin with the distance between systems at about 30 feet (10
    meters) or less and move closer or farther apart as desired,
    keeping the signal strength at two or more bars for best results.
    • Keep the maximum distance between systems at 65 feet (20
    meters) or less.
    • The systems should face each other as directly as possible.
    • Avoid having people or other obstructions between the DS
    systems.
    •
    Avoid interference from other devices. If communication
    seems
    to be affected by other devices (wireless LAN, microwave
    ovens, cordless devices, computers), move to another location
    or turn off the interfering device.
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    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 join.
    (Illustration 17)
    The number in each panel indicates
    how many people are in that chat room.
    If the total number of participants is
    already at maximum (16/16), you
    cannot join that chat room.
    The icon on the right side of the box
    indicates the signal strength for
    communicating with that chat room.
    See Wireless Signal Strength on page15
    for information about this icon.
    NOTE:
    If you have problems communicating
    with other members of a chat room, have
    everyone switch to a different chat room.
    Also, review the communication guidelines
    on page 15 and check for interference.
    3.The PictoChat screen will appear for the
    chat room you have selected.
    (Illustration 18)PictoChat Screen1. Signal Strength Icon-
    Indicates signal strength for your chat room.
    2. Message Display- Displays messages or pictures sent or received.
    3. Scroll Bar- Displays messages or pictures by user color. Each line
    represents one message.
    4. Chat Room Letter- Shows which of the four chat rooms you are in.5. Chat Member Bar-
    Lists the nicknames of participants in the chat
    room.
    Touch the nickname to see that participant's message.
    (See page 23 on how to create a message.)
    6. Scroll Button- Scrolls up or down through message history.
    7. Pen Tool- Use for drawing pictures on the Input Board.
    8. Eraser Tool- Use to erase lines from the Input Board.
    9. Input Board- Text or lines appear here before selecting SEND.
    10. Pen Thickness-
    Select either a thick or thin line for drawing pictures.
    11. Keyboard Style- Select from the different keyboard styles.
    (See Using the On-Screen Keyboard, page 18.)
    12. Keyboard Panel- Use the stylus or the+Control Pad and A/B
    Buttons to select letters for your messages.
    13. Exit Button- Touch to leave the current chat room.
    14. Send Button- Touch to send your message or picture.
    15. Copy Button- Touch to copy the last message or picture from the
    Message Display to your Input Board.
    16. Clear Button- Touch to clear your Input Board of all information.
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