Setting Up a Wii: You Use Inputs, Wii Gives Outputs

Inputs. You provide inputs to the Wii; it gives outputs.

Inputs You Provide

• Power: AC adapter → wall outlet.
• Video/Audio: AV/HDMI cable → TV input.
• Sensor Bar: IR LEDs → Wii Remote detects position (plugs into Wii).
• Controllers: Wii Remotes (sync via red buttons), Nunchuks, Classic Controllers.
• Network: Ethernet or Wi-Fi → internet.
• User actions: Button presses, pointer, motion, voice.

Outputs You Receive

• Video: Game/menu display on TV.
• Audio: Speakers/headphones.
• Rumble: Wii Remote vibration.
• Network data: Online play, updates, Shop Channel.

Setup = connecting inputs. Operation = Wii processing inputs → producing outputs.