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OPERATIONS MANUAL
ESPAÑOL Pg. 103
PORTUGUÊS Pg. 207

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  • Page 1 OPERATIONS MANUAL ESPAÑOL Pg. 103 PORTUGUÊS Pg. 207...
  • Page 2 3D Depth Slider Nintendo 3DS™ XL system. Please carefully read this Operations Manual before setup or use of the Nintendo 3DS XL system. If, after reading all of the instruc- Can display 3D images (see page 22). Adjusts the depth of 3D images tions, you still have questions, please visit our customer service area at support.nintendo.com.
  • Page 3 Nintendo 3DS Camera application (see page 55). Only specially designed Nintendo 3DS software titles that support 3D image display will appear in 3D. Nintendo DS and Nintendo DSi software do not support 3D display.
  • Page 4 When tag mode is in use, the StreetPass feature will not work for Nintendo using the SpotPass feature. This accessory may be ordered through Nintendo’s 3DS software.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Instruction manuals for software applications 30 Format System Memory Stylus Screen brightness and power-saving mode Activity Log Using the stylus Taking photos with the Nintendo 3DS camera 31 Nintendo Zone Viewer Calibrating the Touch Screen Creating custom folders Consumer Information 84 Charging the Battery Pack...

  • Page 6: Health And Safety Information And Usage Guidelines

    Health and Safety Information pack, or the combustion products of the ingredients, can cause personal injury as well as damage to your Nintendo 3DS XL system. If battery leakage occurs, avoid contact with skin. If contact occurs, immediately wash thoroughly with soap and water. If liquid leak- WARNING - 3D FEATURE ONLY FOR CHILDREN 7 AND OVER ing from a battery pack comes into contact with your eyes, immediately flush thoroughly with water and see a doctor.
  • Page 7 2. Only insert or remove Game Cards while the system is turned off or while the HOME Menu is displayed. Insert the Game Card 2. Do not use any battery other than the Nintendo 3DS XL rechargeable battery pack, Model No. SPR-003. See page 84 for completely until it clicks into place, without forcing either the Game Card or the Nintendo 3DS XL system.

  • Page 8: Basic Operations

    When opening or closing the Adjusts the depth of the Indicates the status of the system. Nintendo 3DS XL system, keep your fingers away from 3D image from zero to Inner camera (blue) You have received SpotPass data; blinks for about five seconds the hinge to avoid pinching them.

  • Page 9: Using The Touch Screen And Stylus

    Wrist strap attachment Infrared transceiver NOTE: To prevent damage to the Nintendo 3DS XL system, do not insert For attachment of a licensed wrist strap Sends and receives information when (sold separately).

  • Page 10: Charging The Battery Pack

    Charging the Battery Pack Battery charging procedure using AC adapter Insert the DC plug from the AC adapter into the AC adapter connector on the back of the Nintendo 3DS XL. Be sure to insert it straight into the connector.

  • Page 11: Power On/Off And Basic Configuration

    Internet connection. To configure these settings later, tap on-screen instructions. If a child will be using the Nintendo 3DS XL, an adult should assist with these settings. Wait Till Later. Confirm that you are holding the system in the best way to view 3D images by following the on-screen instructions.

  • Page 12: Using The Keyboard

    • The power LED slowly brightens and darkens while the system is in Sleep Mode. NOTE: Depending on the software you are using, sometimes closing the system will not cause the system to enter Sleep Mode. In these cases the power LED will remain steadily lit. (For example, when listening to music with Nintendo 3DS Sound.)

  • Page 13: Viewing And Adjusting The 3D Image

    3D slider up. images with the 3D depth slider. 3D depth slider The Nintendo 3DS XL system uses Image for left eye Image for right eye binocular parallax (the fact that your left...

  • Page 14: Using Sd Cards

    If you begin to run out of room on an SD Card, first try deleting undesired photos, sound files, or software using the Data The Nintendo 3DS XL uses SD Cards up to 2GB in size and SDHC Cards of 4GB and larger.

  • Page 15: Using Software

    • Steps are counted when the system is on but closed. • A maximum of seven days’ worth of steps can be recorded while Nintendo DS or Nintendo DSi software titles are left NOTE: You may be using more than one communication mode at a time, but only one mode will be displayed on running or suspended.

  • Page 16: Software Icons

    Software icons Starting a software application When free software is received via SpotPass, or when software is downloaded through Nintendo eShop, software icons are added to To start a software application, tap the icon on the HOME Menu, then tap Open.

  • Page 17: Instruction Manuals For Software Applications

    (The default setting is off.) If you focus the cameras on a QR Code image for Nintendo eShop or for a web site address, the system will decode the image...

  • Page 18: Creating Custom Folders

    The following kinds of software icons cannot be stored in folders: • Game Card software icons A new folder icon ( ) will appear. • the Nintendo eShop icon • the System Settings icon Folder Settings Tap a folder and then tap Settings to change the Move software icons into the folder name or delete a folder.

  • Page 19: Using Game Cards

    • Nintendo 3DS Game Cards are only compatible with Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo 3DS XL systems. • Only Nintendo 3DS software that is designed to support the 3D feature can display images in 3D. Nintendo DS and Nintendo DSi Only insert or remove Game Cards while the system software do not support 3D image display.

  • Page 20: Using Downloaded Software

    For these titles, hold down START or SELECT while tapping the NOTE: Software downloaded from Nintendo eShop is licensed to you, not sold. For more information, see the Nintendo 3DS Service menu icon to display them at their original screen size ratio.

  • Page 21: Game Notes

    Game Notes Friend List This software allows you to write and draw notes, even during a Nintendo 3DS software title. You Play and communicate with other people registered as your friends via the Internet, no matter how can suspend a game and make a note while viewing the game screen.

  • Page 22: Registering Friends

    Select your friend card from the friend list to edit your details or view friend cards belonging to other people. Your friend card will be To register a friend locally identified by a icon. Tap Local to connect directly to another Nintendo 3DS or Nintendo 3DS XL user nearby and register each other as friends. Editing your friend card Viewing friend cards NOTE: You can register a maximum of 100 friends in the friend list.

  • Page 23: Communicating With Friends

    Communicating with friends Notification LED When an offline friend comes online, the notification LED When your friends go online (when they connect to the Internet), the appearance of their friend card changes. The software they are on your system blinks orange for five seconds. playing is also displayed.

  • Page 24: Notifications

    The method for stopping these notifications may vary depending on the software title. • Configure the Internet connection settings. (Within a Nintendo Zone service area, the system can receive notifications even without its Internet settings configured. Also, the system can receive StreetPass notifications without connecting to the Internet.)

  • Page 25: Internet Browser

    See page 61 for more information on setting up a connection. • Even while playing Nintendo 3DS software, you can suspend the game and use the Internet browser. Press HOME to display the HOME Menu and start the Internet browser.

  • Page 26: Nintendo 3Ds Camera

    When shooting 3D photos or videos, both outer cameras will capture images–one for the left eye and one for the right eye. When Nintendo 3DS Camera has a selection of features to help you take your own original photos and videos.

  • Page 27: Viewing Photos And Videos

    Touch Screen. The red outline in the thumbnail selection indicates which image or video is displayed on the 3D Screen. The Nintendo 3DS Sound application can be started from the HOME Menu. This software allows Tap a thumbnail image on the lower screen to select the photo or video you want to view.

  • Page 28: Mii Maker

    In the StreetPass Mii Plaza, you can view Mii characters received through StreetPass or enjoy some simple games with the gathered Mii characters. Certain Nintendo 3DS software may allow you to play as your Mii character. Check the instructions for the game you are playing Play simple games...

  • Page 29: Nintendo Eshop

    Some Nintendo 3DS software is available exclusively through Nintendo eShop. You can save a maximum of 300 Nintendo 3DS Download Software titles and Virtual Console titles on an SD Card. If there is insufficient space on the SD Card, you may need to create some blocks of free space by deleting data in Data Management (see page 74) or moving data to a high capacity SDHC Card (see page 24).

  • Page 30: Face Raiders

    Face Raiders Activity Log You can start Face Raiders from the HOME Menu. Face Raiders puts your face and your friends’ The Activity Log can be started from the HOME Menu. This software allows you faces in the game! You will need to take at least one face photo to play. See page 48 for more to keep track of the number of steps you have taken when you take the system with you.

  • Page 31: Nintendo Zone Viewer

    Nintendo 3DS XL systems. How do you access a Nintendo Zone? You can bring your system to any one of over 28,000 participating Nintendo Zone locations to access exclusive content. Internet connection at Nintendo Zone locations is free and automatic.

  • Page 32: System Configuration

    From System Settings, you can configure various settings for the Nintendo 3DS XL system, such as Internet Settings and Parental From Internet Settings, you can configure your Nintendo 3DS XL system to connect to the Internet. Once you have connected to the Controls.

  • Page 33: Internet Connection Requirements

    Configure your Internet settings To connect your Nintendo 3DS XL system to the Internet, you will need an Internet connection that supports wireless communication. After configuring the devices necessary for connecting to the Internet, tap Internet Settings in the System Settings menu.

  • Page 34: Setup Using Search For Access Point

    Enter a password, code, or key if required. The Nintendo 3DS XL system supports the types of security shown below. The type of security your router uses is usually set when you install the access point in your network environment. Review the manual for your router for more information on A screen will be displayed if your access point has security settings configured.

  • Page 35: Setup Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup

    PIN Connection the connection test. Use the number displayed on the Nintendo 3DS XL screen to configure your router, then tap Next. When a Settings Complete screen appears on your system, tap OK to run a connection test. If the connection test succeeds, setup is complete.

  • Page 36: Spotpass Settings

    If the connection test fails and an error code is displayed, follow the instructions displayed in the error message, or visit NOTE: If your access point has security settings configured, they must be set to WEP for the Nintendo DS system to connect to support.nintendo.com/errorcode and use the Error Code Lookup tool for information on resolving the error.

  • Page 37: Parental Controls

    NOTE: A single Nintendo 3DS XL system can only have one Parental Controls configuration. It is recommended that if you want to restrict the use of content for multiple users, configure the system with settings to match the restrictions for the youngest user and share the PIN only with those allowed to view restricted content.

  • Page 38: Suspending, Changing, Or Removing Restrictions

    If you forget your PIN or secret question answer Suspending restrictions If you forget your PIN or answer to your secret question, please visit support.nintendo.com for assistance. You can temporarily remove or change restrictions by selecting the feature and then entering your PIN.

  • Page 39: Data Management

    Calibrate the Circle Pad (if it does not seem to be operating correctly). first. If the same application already exists in the copy location, it will be overwritten. Take care not to overwrite Transfer data from your Nintendo DSi or Nintendo DSi XL system to your Nintendo 3DS XL important save data.

  • Page 40: Outer Cameras

    Manual calibration Outer Cameras You can manually calibrate the vertical alignment of the outer cameras. Please do this if you are not able to use auto-calibration. If your system receives an impact or is left in a place where it is exposed to high temperatures, 3D images viewed or taken by Move the 3D depth slider to its highest position the outer cameras may become misaligned.

  • Page 41: System Transfer

    Once data has been transferred five times, it is no NOTE: If you want to transfer photos saved on the SD Card of your Nintendo DSi or Nintendo DSi XL, you must first copy longer transferable.
  • Page 42 NOTE: DSiWare will be saved in the System Memory of your Nintendo 3DS XL system. It cannot be transferred if there is insufficient space in the System Memory of your system. If necessary, go to Data Management under System Settings and Precautions when using System Transfer copy previously saved DSiWare to the SD Card (see page 74), and then delete them from System Memory.

  • Page 43: System Update

    IMPORTANT: The Nintendo 3DS XL system specifications and the Nintendo 3DS Service are constantly evolving and we may update or change the Nintendo 3DS XL system or the Nintendo 3DS Service in whole or in part, without notice to you. Such updates may On the Nintendo 3DS XL system: be required for you to play new Nintendo 3DS games, enjoy new features, or continue to access the Nintendo 3DS Service.

  • Page 44: Consumer Information

    If you feel the usage time has dropped off noticeably replace the battery pack. • Do not use any battery other than the Nintendo 3DS XL rechargeable battery pack, Model No. SPR-003. For more information on ordering a new battery please visit support.nintendo.com.

  • Page 45: Troubleshooting

    • If the recharge LED is blinking or won’t stay lit, visit support.nintendo.com for assistance and additional troubleshooting and repair options.
  • Page 46 Screen again. If it operates correctly, either try reattaching the screen protector, carefully following the instructions included with it, or avoid using one. (Please use screen protectors officially licensed by Nintendo.) • Confirm that the microphone is operating correctly by performing a microphone test in System Settings (see page 75).
  • Page 47 In certain software titles, the cameras are used to recognize facial features. Observe the following guidelines to improve the • Make sure the files are not saved in the “Private” folder inside the “Nintendo 3DS” folder on the SD Card (this folder is visible when recognition process.

  • Page 48: Video And Computer Game Software Rating Information

    • A strong external magnetic force, such as from an audio speaker, can cause the system to go into Sleep Mode. • The Nintendo 3DS XL system may go into Sleep Mode if it is stacked up with other systems in the Nintendo DS product line.

  • Page 49: Nintendo 3Ds System Privacy Policy

    We also may disclose your PII for any other 3DS System. These files identify your Nintendo 3DS System and record data about your visit so that when you return to a Web site, the site purposes pursuant to your consent.
  • Page 50 System, Nintendo 3DS Service, Software, or Content. We also have implemented reasonable security measures to help protect information under our We may collect and use your PII and Non-PII to notify you when you are close to a Nintendo Zone. If you choose to access a Nintendo Zone, we may control against loss, misuse or alteration.

  • Page 51: Nintendo 3Ds Code Of Conduct

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  • Page 52: Specifications

    Specifications Nintendo 3DS XL battery pack Model name: SPR-003 Battery type: Lithium-Ion Nintendo 3DS XL system Power capacity: 6.5Wh Model name: SPR-001 (BRA) LCD screens Upper Screen: Widescreen LCD display, enabling 3D view without the need for special Nintendo 3DS AC adapter (Screen size/pixel count) glasses.

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