Nintendo 3D XL Operation Manual page 49

Problem
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Have you attached a commercially available protective sheet to the 3D Screen?
Certain products can obscure the clarity of 3D images. Please make sure you only use a protec-
tive sheet that has been licensed by Nintendo. Refer to the instruction information that comes
with the product for details on how to apply.
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Are you in direct sunlight or an area with a strong light source?
Using the system in areas with strong light sources can cause the light to refl ect on the screen,
rendering it diffi cult to see.
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Are Parental Controls confi gured?
3D images cannot be seen
Disable the Parental Controls item which restricts the display of 3D images
or are diffi cult to see
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Are you looking at the lower screen?
This screen cannot display 3D content.
The 3D eff ects generated by the Nintendo 3DS XL are created using the binocular disparity
of the eyes. Everyone will have a diff erent way of viewing 3D images. If you see a double
image or are unable to see 3D images even when viewing them correctly and with the
proper settings, please use the 2D display only
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Does Circle Pad input match what you see on screen?
In rare cases, the Circle Pad's input may stop working properly after long periods of use or
being used forcefully. If the in-game movements do not match the Circle Pad input, use the
CIRCLE PAD option in System Settings to calibrate the input
Note: If movements are being input despite the Circle Pad not being used, and you are unable to use
the buttons or Touch Screen, turn the system off , then start it again on the Circle Pad Calibration
Screen by pressing the POWER Button while pressing and holding L Button + R Button + Y Button.
The Circle Pad doesn't
work properly
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Does the Touch Screen input match what you see on screen?
If the in-game movements do not match the Touch Screen input, use the TOUCH SCREEN option
in System Settings to calibrate the input
Note: If you are unable to use the Touch Screen to perform this procedure, turn the system off , then
start it again on the Touch Screen Calibration Screen by pressing the POWER Button while pressing
and holding L Button + R Button + X Button.
The Touch Screen doesn't
work properly
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Solution
(page 80).
(page 33).
(page 69).
(page 69).
Problem
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Have you attached a commercially available protective sheet to the Touch Screen?
If you have applied a commercially available protective sheet to the Touch Screen, refer to its
instruction manual and be sure it has been applied correctly before attempting to calibrate
the Touch Screen. Please make sure you only use a protective sheet that has been licensed by
Nintendo.
The Touch Screen doesn't
work properly
Not aligned
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The built-in motion sensor may be producing incorrect input.
If the system is subjected to sudden changes in temperature or physical shocks, the sensor can
start to produce false responses. In these cases, carry out the following steps to recalibrate
the sensor.
On the HOME Menu, press and hold the Y Button and B Button for 3 seconds to open
the Motion Sensor Calibration Screen. Place the system on a level surface and touch
CALIBRATE or REVERT TO DEFAULT SETTINGS.
When playing a game that requires
you to move the system, the game
responds when the system is not
being moved or the game doesn't
respond correctly to the movements
Press and hold Y Button and
B Button for 3 seconds
Note: When CALIBRATE is touched, the system will consider the position it is in to be level.
The settings for the motion sensor will be adjusted accordingly.
If the screen stays black when you turn the system on or when you exit Sleep Mode (reopen
The screen goes completely black the system after closing it while the power is on), or the screen suddenly goes black during
and the system won't respond /
gameplay and the system stops responding, turn the system off by holding the POWER Button
The system freezes up down until the Power LED goes out, then press the POWER Button again to turn the system
back on.
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Is the volume set to the lowest level?
Try adjusting the volume by using the volume control on the side of the system.
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Are headphones connected?
No sound from the speakers
If headphones are attached to the Nintendo 3DS XL, no sound will come through the speakers.
Note: The camera's shutter sound will always be played at a fi xed volume, regardless of the current
setting of the volume control and even if headphones are connected.
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Is the volume set to the lowest level?
Try adjusting the volume by using the volume control on the side of the system.
No audio from headphones
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Is the plug of the headphones fi rmly inserted?
Make sure the plug of the headphones is securely plugged into the audio jack.
Solution
Trapped air or dirt
Place the system on a level surface
and touch CALIBRATE
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