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Nintendo 3DS XL Operation Manual

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MAA-KTR-S-UKV-C2
[0315-UKV-M1]
Thank you for purchasing this system. Please read this Operations Manual before use, paying careful attention
to the Health and Safety Information section on
supervise the use of this product by children.
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Nintendo may change product specifications and update the manual from time to time. The latest version of the manual is available at
http://docs.nintendo-europe.com. (This service may not be available in some countries.)
Operations Manual
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9, and follow all the instructions carefully. Adults should
See
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for a complete list of items included with the system.
In this manual, the term "Nintendo 3DS system" refers to all systems in the Nintendo 3DS™ family, which includes
New Nintendo 3DS™, New Nintendo 3DS XL, Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 3DS XL and Nintendo 2DS™.
In this manual, the term "New Nintendo 3DS system" also refers to the New Nintendo 3DS XL system, unless other-
wise stated.
In this manual, the term "Nintendo DSi™ system" also refers to the Nintendo DSi XL system.
Photographs and illustrations in this manual generally show the New Nintendo 3DS system.

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  • Page 1 Photographs and illustrations in this manual generally show the New Nintendo 3DS system. MAA-KTR-S-UKV-C2 Nintendo may change product specifications and update the manual from time to time. The latest version of the manual is available at http://docs.nintendo-europe.com. (This service may not be available in some countries.)

  • Page 2: Set Contents

    Nintendo Product. 3D Screen Displays 3D images using the super- Thank you for selecting the New Nintendo 3DS™ / New Nintendo 3DS XL system. stable 3D function ( p. 21) Set Contents...
  • Page 3 A Nintendo Network™ ID allows you to enjoy various features of Nintendo Network. Connect to the internet and access Nintendo eShop to view the latest information and videos about different kinds of software, purchase downloadable software and try out software demos.
  • Page 4 Contact Mode settings for Nintendo DS / Nintendo DSi software titles are not saved and must be configured while playing compatible titles. Further- Note: more, it is not possible to exchange StreetPass data for Nintendo 3DS software titles while Nintendo DS / Nintendo DSi software titles are in use. •...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Preparations Nintendo Network ID Settings 3D Feature Not Suitable for Children aged six and under. Creating or Linking a Nintendo Network ID Component Names and Functions • The use of the 3D feature by children aged six and under may cause vision damage. If children aged six and under have access to the system, parents or legal guardians should restrict the display of 3D images using the Parental Controls feature.
  • Page 6 • Avoid excessively long play sessions. Parents or legal guardians should monitor their children for appropriate play. electrocution. For New Nintendo 3DS only use the New Nintendo 3DS Battery (KTR-003), and for New Nintendo 3DS XL only use the •...

  • Page 7: Component Names And Functions

    Do not bend or apply unnecessary force to the stylus. Do not disassemble or try to repair the system. If the system is damaged, please contact Nintendo Customer Support. Do not touch damaged areas. Avoid contact with any leaking fluid. Only use compatible accessories with the system.
  • Page 8 (New Nintendo 3DS only) LCD Screen (3D Screen) ( p. 21) Front Plate Displays 3D content. C Stick For New Nintendo 3DS owners only. Cover plates do 3DS owners s only. Cover plates Allows control of C Stick-compatible Infrared Transceiver Infrare...

  • Page 9: Recharging

    System Settings the first time the power is turned on. To recharge your system, you will need the Nintendo 3DS AC adapter (WAP-002(UKV)/WAP-002(EUR)) (sold separately). Alternatively, you can Turn the system on by pressing the POWER Button. The power LED will light up when the use an AC adapter provided with a Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 2DS, Nintendo DSi or Nintendo DSi XL system.

  • Page 10: Using The Keyboards

    • Do not create or link a Nintendo Network ID to the new system before the transfer, otherwise you will be unable to transfer data. Your system is now ready to be used. Press the HOME Button to enter the HOME Menu ( p.

  • Page 11: Power Led

    This function is a feature of New Nintendo 3DS / New Nintendo 3DS XL that allows you to move your head or the system during play without Therefore, playing in less brightly-lit areas will extend battery life. Activating the losing image quality, bringing you a more comfortable 3D viewing experience.

  • Page 12: Adjusting The Strength Of 3D Images

    Exchanging Cover Plates Swap New Nintendo 3DS cover plates (sold separately). Use the 3D depth slider next to the 3D Screen to increase or decrease the 3D effect. If placing the 3D depth slider at the top (strongest 3D effect) makes the 3D images difficult to see, move it downwards little by little until you reach a point where the 3D images are distinct and easy to see.

  • Page 13: Home Menu

    , press up, down or right on the Control Pad to take a screenshot of the HOME Menu. Pressing up captures the upper screen, Touch Slide and pressing down captures the Touch Screen, while pressing right captures both screens. You can view screenshots in Nintendo 3DS Camera ( p. 26).

  • Page 14: Opening Software

    Touch the software icon, then touch OPEN. Card software icons Closing / Suspending software Nintendo 3DS Nintendo DS / Nintendo DSi Game Card Game Card The software title’s icon appears after a Game Card Press the HOME Button during game play to suspend a software title and display the is inserted into the Game Card slot.
  • Page 15 Adjusts the screen brightness automatically depending on the light level of your surroundings. Auto-Brightness Note: This function is deactivated when the camera function is in use or when playing Nintendo DS / Nintendo DSi Internet Browser View web pages on the internet.

  • Page 16: Card-Based Software

    • Only Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo DSi software titles matching the region of the system will work. Software titles from different regions may not function. make posts that may be inappropriate or offensive to others. For more information, see the Miiverse guide (https://miiverse.nintendo.net/guide/).

  • Page 17: Using Game Cards

    In addition to these products, it is not possible to use any accessories that would connect to the Nintendo DS or Nintendo DS Lite systems via the Game Boy Advance™ Game Pak slot or anything that functions in conjunction with a Game Boy Advance Game Pak. For more details, visit support.nintendo.com.

  • Page 18: Downloadable Software

    ( p. 36). SETTINGS all times. • Up to 40 Nintendo DSiWare titles can be stored in the system memory and up to 300 downloadable software titles can be stored on CONNECTION SETTINGS Configure your internet connection settings ( p. 38).

  • Page 19: Nintendo Network Id Settings

    If you link a new Nintendo Network ID to this system, you will be unable to transfer data from another Caution Please be aware that if you create a new Nintendo Network ID on your system, you will not be able to combine or share Nintendo eShop Nintendo 3DS system.

  • Page 20: Internet Settings

    Once you have everything you need to connect to the internet, you can start configuring the settings on your system. Note: In order to connect to the internet when using a Nintendo DS Game Card, you must configure Nintendo DS Connections.
  • Page 21 If your computer is connected to the access point without using AOSS, it may Note: If your access point is set to use WEP security encryption, you will be unable to connect your Nintendo system using Wi-Fi Protected Setup. no longer be able to connect after using AOSS. Establishing a connection using an access point found through a search will not change any of Touch the access point’s settings ( p.

  • Page 22: Parental Controls

    ( p. 31). SOFTWARE RATING Note: Nintendo 3DS software received via Download Play is also restricted, but this setting cannot restrict Nintendo DS software or software received via DS Download Play. INTERNET BROWSER Restricts use of the internet browser and prevents the viewing of web pages.

  • Page 23: Configuring Parental Controls

    Be careful when copying software in order to avoid overwriting save data. • Deleted software and add-on content can be redownloaded free of charge from Nintendo eShop. (Please be aware that it is not possible to redownload content if distribution of that content has been suspended or terminated.)

  • Page 24: Other Settings

    Calibrate the 3D Screen and check the viewing range of the super-stable 3D function. Note: You cannot transfer from a New Nintendo 3DS or New Nintendo 3DS XL system to a Nintendo DSi or Nintendo DSi XL system. Also, be aware that once a transfer has been performed, it cannot be undone.
  • Page 25 Your Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection ID will be deleted from the source system during transfer. For more information about your you will not be able to transfer data. To free up space, go to Data Management in the System Settings to copy any Nintendo DSiWare Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection ID, please refer to your Nintendo DSi or Nintendo DSi XL Operations Manual.
  • Page 26 New Nintendo 3DS XL system via wireless communication. Note: You can only have one Nintendo Network ID linked to the system at a time. If you remove a Nintendo Network ID and then link another ID to •...
  • Page 27 Simply insert the microSD card into the target system once the system transfer is complete. Data stored on the target system’s microSD card, such as Nintendo 3DS download software and its save data, will not be usable after the transfer.
  • Page 28 From time to time, the system will carry out automatic updates, such as updates to a list which prevents the use of words that may cause users discomfort, and/or updates to an internal database of wireless access points which allow you to access online services provided by Nintendo.

  • Page 29: Replacing The Microsd Card / Battery

    As a consumer, you have a legal duty to separate your used batteries from household waste and take them to a collection point for proper After linking a Nintendo Network ID to your system, you will not be able to link it to any other system even after formatting. You will need to use recycling.
  • Page 30 New Nintendo 3DS Removing the battery cover on a New Nintendo 3DS XL system To remove the battery cover, lift it up slightly and slide it away from the bottom of the system. Lift...

  • Page 31: If Your Microsd Card Is Full

    • • Downloadable software (including save data) is stored inside the "Nintendo 3DS" folder. Photo data is not stored in this folder. Do not modify, Is the battery connected properly? move, delete or change the names of files in this folder.
  • Page 32 Is the 3D Screen properly calibrated? Remove your glasses Hold the 3D Screen away from your eyes at a distance of about 30cm if using New Nintendo 3DS 3D images cannot be seen and about 35cm if using New Nintendo 3DS XL ( p.
  • Page 33 The C Stick is only usable in software titles or sections of software titles that support it, or in being used forcefully. If the in-game movements do not match the Circle Pad input, use the place of the Right Circle Pad for software that supports the Nintendo 3DS Circle Pad Pro ( p.
  • Page 34 ( p. 44). "There is nothing inserted into Only Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo DSi software titles matching the region of the system will work. Software titles from different regions may not function. the Game Card slot." If you have forgotten your PIN or secret question answer…...

  • Page 35: Technical Specifications

    If your system still does not operate correctly after trying these troubleshooting steps or the ones listed in the HOME Menu electronic manual ( p. 25), we recommend that you read the manufacturer’s warranty and call Nintendo Customer Support to request an inspection of the Input / Output Terminals...

  • Page 36: Contact Information

    Product by you, the Product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship. To make a valid claim under this warranty, you must notify Nintendo of the defect in the Product within 12 months of the date of the purchase of the Product To call Nintendo Customer Support, dial* by you, and you must return the Product to Nintendo within 30 days of notifying Nintendo of that defect.
  • Page 37 4. ensure that it is received by Nintendo within 30 days of the original notification of a qualifying defect. If the above 12-month warranty period has expired at the time the defect is notified to Nintendo or if the defect is not covered by this warranty, Nintendo may still be prepared to repair or replace the part causing the defect or replace the relevant element of the Product (at its sole discretion).
  • Page 38 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY must display the following acknowledgment: Nintendo hereby declares that "New Nintendo 3DS / New Nintendo 3DS XL" is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant "This product includes software developed by the OpenSSL Project for THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY ERIC YOUNG "AS IS"...

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