Why are my Wii Remotes blinking but not connecting?

Clear all syncs from the Wii console. Reset the Wii remote. Sync the Wii Remote with the Wii console. If fresh batteries do not help, there might be an issue with your Wii Remote or Wii console.
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What to do if Wii Remote won't connect?

Open the SD Card slot cover on the front of the Wii console and press and hold the red SYNC button for 15 seconds. This will clear all synced Wii Remotes from the console. Resync the Wii Remote by removing the battery cover and pressing the red 'SYNC' button. Then press the SYNC button on the Wii console.
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How do I get my Wii to recognize my remote?

Press and release the SYNC Button just below the batteries on the Wii Remote; the Player LED on the front of the Wii Remote will blink. While the lights are still blinking, quickly press and release the red SYNC Button on the Wii console. When the Player LED blinking stops and stays lit, the syncing is complete.
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Why is my Wii Remote not working even with new batteries?

If you have fresh batteries that are making good connections inside of the Nintendo Wii Remote, but the remote still does not turn on, there may be a poor power button connection. The connection between the power button and the motherboard may be dirty, causing the remote not to turn on.
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Why is my Wii Remote blinking but not staying on?

Lights flashing on the Wii Remote indicate that it has not been able to successfully sync with your Wii console.
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How To Synchronize Wii Remotes

How to tell if a Wii Remote is broken?

If no lights on your Wii Remote come on, even with fresh batteries, it appears your Wii Remote may need to be replaced. You may find our information on replacement options helpful.
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Why is my Wii Remote not being sensed?

Check the Wii Remote pointer lens for obstructions and contamination (stickers, heavy smudges, Wii Remote Jacket is askew, etc.) Ensure the Wii Remote is being used between 3 and 10 feet directly in front of the TV. Reset the Wii Remote. Remove the batteries from the Wii Remote.
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How do I reset the Wii Remote?

How to Reset the Wii Remote on Wii
  1. Take out the batteries, wait for one minute, and then reinsert them (there is no need to use new batteries).
  2. Wait a few seconds before pressing any buttons to wake up the Wii Remote.
  3. Resync the Wii Remote.
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Why is my Wii not connecting to my TV?

Make sure all components of your setup are plugged into appropriate power outlets and inputs; and that the power switch on the power outlet is set to the ON position. Ensure the television display is set to the correct AV or INPUT channel, according to which input the Wii is connected to.
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Why is my Wii Remote not showing on the TV?

Make sure that the Wii Remote is being used between 3 and 10 feet (1 to 3 metres) directly in front of the TV and that there are no bright light sources affecting the Wii Remote's operation, and that the Sensor Bar is placed properly (see Sensor Bar setup).
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How do I fix my Wii Remote communication?

What to do
  1. Check for unlicensed accessories. ...
  2. Ensure you are using a fresh set of alkaline batteries. ...
  3. Check the battery strength of the Wii Remote by pressing the HOME Button. ...
  4. Reset the Wii Remote: ...
  5. Avoid RF Interference. ...
  6. Try another Wii Remote, if possible.
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Why is my Wii Remote not working a button?

Sometimes weak batteries can cause these types of problems to occur. Reset the Wii Remote. Make sure there aren't any other buttons being pressed. For example, the B Button might be held down on the bottom of the Wii Remote, the Wii Remote Jacket may be misaligned and pressing buttons down, etc.
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Why is my Wii not working?

Physical damage, such as frayed wiring or a cracked housing can cause the system to shut down. Remove any damaged products and try resetting the AC Adapter (see below). Make sure the Wii has good ventilation. Avoid operating the Wii while it's on carpeting or inside an enclosed space.
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Do they still sell Wii consoles?

The Wii was formally discontinued in October 2013, though Nintendo continued to produce and market the Wii Mini for a few years afterwards, and offered a subset of the Wii's online services through 2019.
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Why is my Wii not reading discs?

If your Wii has trouble reading a dual-layer disc, use a lens-cleaning kit to clean the lens in the console. If you cleaned the disc and the game console and the disc still won't play, the disc may be bad.
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How to fix a Wii Remote that won't connect?

Reset the Wii Remote.
  1. Remove the batteries from the Wii Remote.
  2. Wait 1 minute.
  3. Replace the batteries, re-sync the remote, and see if the problem is resolved.
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How do you resync Wii Remotes?

Press and release the SYNC button on the console while the Player LED lights are still blinking on the Wii remote.
  1. If the LED lights on the Wii remote have stopped blinking, just push the SYNC button one more time.
  2. When the player LED blinking stops, the process is complete.
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How do I reset a Wii Remote?

Take out the batteries, wait for 1 minute then put them back (you do not need to use new batteries). Wait a few seconds before pressing any buttons to wake up the Wii Remote. Re-sync the Wii Remote.
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How do I know if my Wii Remote is broken?

Nintendo Wii Remote Troubleshooting
  1. Remote Won't Turn On. No matter what you do, you can't get your remote to turn on.
  2. Batteries are Dead. ...
  3. Not a Good Battery Connection. ...
  4. Bad Connection in the Power Button. ...
  5. The Buttons Stick. ...
  6. Food/Liquid Under Button. ...
  7. The Cursor Isn't Where it's Supposed to Be. ...
  8. Sensor Bar is Obstructed.
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How do I get my Wii controller to recognize?

if your wii remote doesn't connect to your wii and just turns off after blinking for a few seconds, flip open the front cover on the wii and press the red sync button. and on the wii remote you open the battery cover and press the red sync button. after a few seconds it should connect.
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How long do Wii Remotes last?

A fresh set of alkaline batteries should last, depending on amount and type of use, up to 30 hours. This can vary greatly based on certain factors, such as Wii Remote Speaker Volume, Rumble, battery quality and age, and type of game being played.
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Why won't my Wii Remote sensor work?

There are a number of reasons why your Wii Remote might stop working, such as having dead batteries, a broken sensor bar, or a dirty pointer lens or remote buttons.
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How to know if a Wii sensor bar is working?

What to Do:
  1. Ensure the system is powered on and the Sensor Bar is plugged into the console. You will hear a click when it is fully inserted.
  2. Point the camera at the Sensor Bar so that it is displayed in the LCD of the camera. ...
  3. Adjust the camera angle and position until you can see the lights in the LCD display.
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