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FOR FIRST-TIME USERS
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  • Page 1 OPERATIONS MANUAL FOR FIRST-TIME USERS Table of Contents...
  • Page 2 Unit Model: HAC-001 Trademarks are property of their respective owners. Nintendo Switch is a trademark of Nintendo © 2017 Nintendo. Elements of the Nintendo Switch system and related network services are patented or patent pending both in the United States and Internationally.
  • Page 3 5.1. First Time Setup........................12 5.2. (Optional) Create Additional User Profiles................12 5.3. (Optional) Connect to WiFi..................... 13 5.4. (Optional) Connect Nintendo Account..................13 5.5. (Optional) Sign up for NIntendo Switch Online............... 14 5.6. (Optional) Activate Parental Controls and Safety..............15 Games............................16 6. Playing Games...........................16 6.1.

  • Page 4: Index

    Data Management........................24 7. Transferring Your Data.......................24 7.1. Backup Nintendo Switch Save Data..................24 7.3. Transfer Data Between Consoles.....................24 Additional Material........................26 8. Glossary............................ 26 9. FAQ............................27 10. Troubleshooting........................28 11. Index............................29 Table of Contents...

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    This manual was intended to help first-time users set up their consoles, so more advanced users can find additional information at support.nintendo.com. For now, let’s get started setting up your Nintendo Switch, or in the words of Mario, “Let’s-a go!” Table of Contents...
  • Page 6 Nintendo Switch Game Card slot, 2x Joy-Con attachment/charge rails). 2.2. Console Dock Packaging should contain: ➢ One (1) Nintendo Switch dock (1x HDMI slot, 1x USB-C slot, 1x USB-C power connector, 2x USB input slots). 2.3. 2 Joy-Con™ Controllers Packaging should contain: ➢...

  • Page 7: System Specifications

    System Specifications Nintendo Switch is comprised of several key components, each of which has been designed to provide players with the best possible gaming experience, as well as meet industry standards for safety, environmental consideration, and durability. Please refer to the following charts to review those specifications.
  • Page 8 ➢ Lithium-ion (4310mAh) Battery ➢ Approximately 3-9 hours ➢ 3 hours’ charging time (sleep mode) ➢ Docked: 0.3W - 7W Power ➢ Handheld: 0.01W - 4W Consumption ➢ Tabletop: 0.01W - 4W 3.2. Console Dock Size (In) 6.8L x 4.1W x 2.12D Weight (Oz) 11.5 ➢...
  • Page 9 ➢ Joy-Con (L) Sensor ○ Accelerometer ○ Gyroscope ➢ Joy-Con (R) ○ Accelerometer ○ Gyroscope ○ IR Motion Camera ➢ HD Rumble Vibration ➢ Approximately 20 hour life Battery Life ➢ Charge time 3 hours, 30 minutes 3.4. Accessories 3.5. Joy-Con Strap ➢...

  • Page 10: Console Setup

    Please read this section before setting up the Nintendo Switch console. There are a number of steps required to ensure the console is properly set up for use. It is important that the Nintendo Switch console be properly set up to prevent any potential issues or confusion.
  • Page 11 Ensure Console Tablet screen is facing away from hatch section of dock. 4.3. Power On 4.3.1. Switch television to designated HDMI input and press power ( ) switch on top of console. 4.3.2. Disengage Joy-Con controllers from rails. 4.3.2.1. Press and hold lock button on back of controller while sliding upward to disengage from Console Tablet.

  • Page 12: Online Setup

    Online Setup Once the Nintendo Switch console has been physically set up, players will need to turn the console on and ensure that everything is working properly. A basic user profile can then be created to use with the console. In addition, there are several optional setup choices that may improve the player experience, including Nintendo Switch Online setup, as well as parental controls.
  • Page 13 If necessary, enter WiFi password and wait a few moments for network to connect. 5.4. (Optional) Connect Nintendo Account To create a Nintendo account, visit http://my.nintendo.com. 5.4.1. Navigate to top left corner of screen and select user account icon. 5.4.2.
  • Page 14 5.5.1. Ensure console is connected to WiFi. 5.5.2. Ensure Nintendo Account is linked to user profile. 5.5.3. From Home Screen, navigate to and select Nintendo Switch Online icon at bottom of screen. 5.5.4. Navigate to Membership Options & Support. 5.5.5.
  • Page 15 Scroll to Parental Controls. 5.6.3. Select Parental Controls Settings. 5.6.4. Download the Nintendo Switch Parental Controls app to your smart device. 5.6.5. Select I have the app installed. What’s next? 5.6.6. Follow onscreen instructions on both console and smart device to connect and activate parental controls.

  • Page 16: Playing Games

    Games Playing Games Nintendo Switch offers a variety of ways to play your favourite Nintendo games. Games can be purchased several ways, and the Nintendo Switch console can be set up in several configurations. This section deals with the purchase and installation of Nintendo Switch games as well as the Nintendo Switch’s various modes.
  • Page 17 Nintendo Switch console. A WiFi connection is required to purchase and download games. Games can be downloaded to the Nintendo Switch’s internal 32 GB flash drive, or to an optional MicroSD memory card and do not require a physical Game Card to play.
  • Page 18 6.4. Playing in Docked Mode Nintendo Switch can be played while docked and connected to a television. Playing while docked lets the console access more power, and games will run at a slightly higher resolution. ATTENTION...
  • Page 19 Playing in Handheld Mode Nintendo Switch in Handheld Mode. Nintendo Switch can also be played as a handheld device. The console will run on internal battery power in this mode. Battery life ranges from 3-9 hours, based on several factors, including the game being played, backlight level, WiFi connection, and volume.
  • Page 20 Nintendo Switch with kickstand extended for Tabletop Mode. Nintendo Switch can also be played as a tabletop device. The console will run on internal battery power in this mode. Battery life ranges from 3-9 hours, based on several factors, including the game being played, backlight level, WiFi connection, and volume.
  • Page 21 Tabletop Mode. 6.7. Accessing Your Games Nintendo Switch Home Screen with installed games. ➢ Installed games will appear as a Thumbnail Icon on the Home Screen. ➢ Up to 12 games are displayed at a time. ➢ Additional games and software are accessed via the All Software icon. To view games using the All Software feature, see the following steps: All Software button and All Software menu.
  • Page 22 To play a game, select its thumbnail icon, then select a User Profile. 6.8. Updating Your Games Occasionally, Nintendo Switch games will receive software updates and patches over the console’s WiFi connection. Users can check for updates manually: Nintendo Switch game update screen 6.8.1.
  • Page 23 6.9. Playing Online with Nintendo Switch Online Some Nintendo Switch games allow online play via the Internet. Online play may be accessed via each game’s internal menu system. For more specific information, please refer to your game’s instruction manual or help menu. Online play may also be restricted via parental controls.

  • Page 24: Data Management

    Data Management Transferring Your Data If this Nintendo Switch console is intended to replace another Nintendo Switch console, or to be used as a secondary console, you may need to transfer or copy your data. There are also several options for backing up user data (such as saved games) in order to prevent data loss.
  • Page 25 Nintendo Switch Console. 7.3.12. Select Sign In. 7.3.13. Sign in with your Nintendo Account or sign-in ID and password and select Sign In, then Next. On the first NIntendo Switch Console: 7.3.14. Allow the Nintendo Switch source console to find the target console.

  • Page 26: Home Screen

    Additional Material Glossary See the following list of terms and their definitions as they relate to the Nintendo Switch. Please read this section to understand technical terms related to Nintendo Switch. Term Definition Player The person using the Nintendo Switch console.
  • Page 27 Q: Do I need to connect to A: No, you do not need to connect to WiFi to use Nintendo Switch, WiFi to use my Nintendo however, some features, such as the Nintendo eShop, are only Switch? available while connected to WiFi.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you experience any issues during setup of your Nintendo Switch console, please refer to this troubleshooting guide first. If issues persist after troubleshooting, please visit support.nintendo.com. If components are damaged or in need of repair, you may need set up a repair with our support division.

  • Page 29: Table Of Contents

    7, 8, 11, 18-22, 28 Kickstand Back Up 6, 8, 10, 11, 18-20, 26, 28 Nickname 12, 13 Backup Nintendo Switch 12, 14, 15, 23, 24, 26 See also: Back Up Online Button 7, 8, 11, 18-22, 28 Nintendo Account...

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