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INSTRUCTION
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D'EMPLOI (Pages 28-55)
FOLLETO DE
INSTRUCCIONES (Páginas 56-83)
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this pr oduct is licensed or manufactur ed
by Nintendo. Always look for this seal
when buying video game systems,
accessories, games and r elated pr oducts.
Nintendo does not license the sale or use of products without the Official Nintendo Seal.
This product is a precision electronic device that can be damaged
by direct physical impact or contact with dust or other foreign
material. A protective carrying case (sold separately) may help
prevent damage to your Nintendo DS. Please carefully read the
following instructions and the separate Health and Safety Precautions
booklet before setup or use of the Nintendo DS. If, after reading all of
the instructions, you still have questions, please visit our customer
service area at www.nintendo.com or call 1-800-255-3700.
Compatibility with Game Boy® Games & Accessories
The Nintendo DS Lite is compatible with Game Boy Advance
Game Paks in single player mode.
The Nintendo DS will NOT work with the following games or accessories:
• Original Game Boy Game Paks
• Game Boy Color Game Paks
• Game Boy or Game Boy Advance Game Link® cables
• Game Boy Advance Wireless Adapter
• Game Boy Advance e-Reader
• Nintendo GameCube™ Game Boy Advance cable
• Game Boy Printer
• Game Boy Camera
Nintendo DS Lite includes RSA BSAFE Cryptographic software from RSA
Security Inc. RSA is a registered trademark of RSA Security Inc.
BSAFE is a registered trademark of RSA Security Inc. in the United
States and/or other countries. ©2005 RSA Security Inc.
All Rights Reserved.
This product uses the LC Font by Sharp Corporation, except some
characters. LCFONT, LC Font and the LC logo mark are trademarks of
Sharp Corporation.
TM & ® are trademarks of Nintendo. © 2006 Nintendo. All Rights Reserved.
Nintendo of Canada Ltd., Authorized User in Canada.
WARNING: PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE SEPARATE HEALTH AND SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS BOOKLET INCLUDED WITH THIS PRODUCT BEFORE USING
YOUR NINTENDO® HARDWARE SYSTEM, GAMES OR ACCESSORIES.
THIS BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION.
Table of Contents
System Setup
1 Health & Safety Information
2 Nintendo DS Lite Components
3 Charging the Nintendo DS Lite Battery
4 Using the Nintendo DS Stylus & Touch Screen
5 Privacy Information
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7 Nintendo DS Menu Screen
8 Using Nintendo DS Game Cards
9 Using Game Boy Advance Game Paks
10 Wireless Communication & Game Play Modes
11 PictoChat™
12 Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection
13 Using the On-Screen Keyboard
14 Settings Menu – Changing System Settings
15 Troubleshooting
16 Warranty & Service Information
17 Entertainment Software Rating Information
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Nintendo products are protected by some or all of the following patents:
United States Patent Numbers:
5,207,426; 5,291,189; 5,327,158; 5,337,069; 5,371,512; 5,400,052; 5,483,257;
5,495,266; 5,509,663; 5,608,424; 5,708,457; D468,743.
Canadian Patent Numbers:
2,037,909; 2,048,167; 2,049,899; 2,049,900; 2,049,914; 2,051,655; 2,055,718;
2,055,724; 96,338.
Other patents issued and pending in the U.S., Canada and elsewhere.
Health and Safety Information
Health and Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION – READ THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS
BEFORE YOU OR YOUR CHILD PLAY VIDEO GAMES. IF THIS PRODUCT WILL
BE USED BY YOUNG CHILDREN, THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE READ AND
EXPLAINED TO THEM BY AN ADULT. FAILING TO DO SO MAY CAUSE INJURY.
WARNING - Seizures
consult a doctor if you or your child have any of the following symptoms:
Loss of awareness
Convulsions
Altered vision
Disorientation
Eye or muscle twitching
Involuntary movements
• Some people (about 1 in 4000) may have seizures or blackouts triggered by
light flashes or patterns, such as while watching TV or playing video games,
even if they have never had a seizure before.
• Anyone who has had a seizure, loss of awareness, or other symptom linked to
an epileptic condition should consult a doctor before playing a video game.
• Parents should watch when their children play video games. Stop playing and
• To reduce the likelihood of a seizure when playing video games:
1. Sit or stand as far from the screen as possible.
2. Play video games on the smallest available television screen.
3. Do not play if you are tired or need sleep.
4. Play in a well-lit room.
5. Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour.
WARNING - Repetitive Motion Injuries and Eyestrain
Playing video games can make your muscles, joints, skin or eyes hurt after a few
hours. Follow these instructions to avoid problems such as tendinitis, carpal tunnel
syndrome, skin irritation or eyestrain:
• Avoid excessive play. It is recommended that parents monitor their children for
appropriate play.
• Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour, even if you don't think you need it.
• When using the stylus, you do not need to grip it tightly or press it hard against
• If your hands, wrists, arms or eyes become tired or sore while playing, stop and
• If you continue to have sore hands, wrists, arms or eyes during or after play,
the screen. Doing so may cause fatigue or discomfort.
rest them for several hours before playing again.
stop playing and see a doctor.
WARNING - Battery Leakage
Nintendo portable video game systems contain a rechargeable lithium ion battery
pack. Leakage of ingredients contained within the battery pack, or the combustion
products of the ingredients, can cause personal injury as well as damage to your
Nintendo DS. If battery leakage occurs, avoid contact with skin. If contact occurs,
immediately wash thoroughly with soap and water. If liquid leaking from a battery pack
comes into contact with your eyes, immediately flush thoroughly with water and see a
doctor.
To avoid battery leakage:
• Do not expose battery to excessive physical shock, vibration, or liquids.
• Do not disassemble, attempt to repair or deform the battery.
• Do not dispose of battery pack in a fire.
• Do not touch the terminals of the battery, or cause a short between the
• Do not peel or damage the battery label.
terminals with a metal object.
WARNING - Radio Frequency Interference
The Nintendo DS can emit radio waves that can affect the operation of nearby
electronics, including cardiac pacemakers.
• Do not operate the Nintendo DS within 9 inches of a pacemaker while using the
wireless feature.
• If you have a pacemaker or other implanted medical device, do not use the
wireless feature of the Nintendo DS without first consulting your doctor or the
manufacturer of your medical device.
• Observe and follow all regulations and rules regarding use of wireless devices
in locations such as hospitals, airports, and on board aircraft. Operation in
those locations may interfere with or cause malfunctions of equipment, with
resulting injuries to persons or damage to property.
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Refer to the separate Nintendo DS Health and Safety Precautions booklet
for additional information on hardware and software precautions and
maintenance.
NOTE: This product does not contain latex, lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent
chromium, PBB or PBDE.
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Nintendo DS Lite Components
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switch to power-saving Sleep Mode. It will resume normal mode
recharged and turns off when charging is complete.
the system off accidentally during game play, you must hold the
Power Button in the UP position for a moment before it will turn off.
prevent loss of game data.
•Rapid blinking shows that wireless communication is in progress.
•Slow blinking shows that the Nintendo DS is in Sleep Mode.
display (the Touch Screen) is touch sensitive and should only be
operated with a Nintendo-licensed stylus.
CAUTION: When opening the DS Lite, keep your fingers away
from the hinge to avoid pinching them.
1. Stereo Speakers
2. LCD Screens – Twin backlit color liquid crystal displays. The lower
3. Power Indicator LED – Indicates power is on or off and battery life.
Green color will change to red when battery charge becomes low.
When LED turns red, save your game and recharge the battery to
NOTE: If you close the DS while the power is on, it will automatically
when opened again.
4. Recharge Indicator LED – Lights orange while the battery is being
5. Power Button (POWER) – Turns system on or off. To prevent turning
6. Control Buttons – The +Control Pad, A, B, X, and Y Buttons, L and R
Buttons, and START and SELECT. Used for game play control. See the
instruction booklet for the game you are playing for specific game
control information.
7. Stylus and Stylus Holder – Always replace the stylus into the stylus
8. Microphone (MIC.) – Used with specially designed games that
9. Volume Control (VOL.) – Slide to the right to increase volume.
10.Game Pak Slot Cover and Game Pak Slot (SLOT-2) – Remove
cover when using Game Boy Advance Game Paks or Nintendo DS
accessories (sold separately). Keep cover in place when not using
Slot-2 to prevent contamination from dust or other foreign material.
11.Headphone/Microphone Connectors – For connection of stereo
headphones, external microphone or headset (sold separately).
12.Battery Cover – Can be removed to replace the rechargeable
battery pack. See page 7, Important Battery Guidelines, for more
information on battery replacement.
13.External Extension Connector (5.2V IN) – Allows connection of
Nintendo DS Lite AC Adapter, Model Number USG-002 (included)
for recharging the battery or operation of the DS using household
power.
14.DS Game Card Slot (SLOT-1) - For loading a Nintendo DS Game
15.Wrist Strap Attachment – For attachment of wrist strap (sold
holder after use.
include the microphone feature.
Card (sold separately).
separately).
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Charging the Nintendo DS Lite Battery
Do not use the Nintendo DS Lite AC Adapter during a lightning
storm. There may be a risk of electric shock from lightning.
Before you use the DS for the first time, or after you have not used it for
a long time, you must charge the battery. (If the DS will not be used for
long periods of time, the battery should be recharged at least once every
six months.)
When fully charged, the battery will last from 15-19 hours on the
lowest screen brightness setting, depending on the type of game
activity. (See page 11, #7, for information on adjusting the screen
brightness.) On the brightest setting, the battery life is 5-8 hours.
The battery can be recharged approximately 500 times, but performance
may decrease after repeated recharges, depending on usage conditions
such as temperature. (Optimal charging temperature is between 50 and
104 degrees Fahrenheit.) Battery life may also decrease over time. After
500 recharges, battery life may be only 70% of the battery life when new.
It takes approximately three hours to recharge the battery. (The actual
time varies depending on how much battery life you have left.) When
the power indicator LED turns red, save your game and recharge the
battery to prevent loss of game data. You can play games while
recharging the battery, but the recharge time will be longer.
IMPORTANT: The DS Lite AC Adapter (Model No. USG-002
JPN/USA) is only for use with the DS Lite portable video game
system. It is not compatible with any other Nintendo system.
1. Insert the DC Connector Plug from the
AC Adapter into the External Extension
Connector on the back of the DS.
(Illustration 1)
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IMPORTANT: Be sure the DC Connector Plug is facing in the
correct direction before inserting into the connector to avoid
damaging either the plug or connector.
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Adapter and insert into a standard
120-volt AC wall outlet. Be sure that
the prongs are fully inserted into the
outlet. The recharge indicator LED will
light orange until the battery is fully
charged (Illustration 2). You can use
the DS while recharging; however it
2. Swing the prongs out of the AC
will take longer to recharge the battery.
The AC Adapter should be
correctly oriented in a vertical or
floor mounted position.
3. When fully charged, the recharge
indicator LED will go out (Illustration 3).
Remove the AC Adapter from the wall
outlet and fold the prongs back into the
housing. Remove the DC Connector
Plug from the EXT Connector.
When disconnecting any plugs from
the DS or wall outlet, carefully pull by
the plug itself rather than by the cord.
IMPORTANT BATTERY GUIDELINES:
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replaced.
rechargeable battery, Model No. USG-003. A replacement
• Do not remove the battery from the DS unless it needs to be
• Do not use any battery other than the Nintendo DS Lite
battery may be ordered through Nintendo's web site at
www.nintendo.com (USA/Canada only) or by calling Customer
Service at 1-800 255-3700.
• When recharging the battery, use ONLY the included AC
Adapter, Model No. USG-002 JPN/USA.
• When disposing of the battery, follow appropriate local
guidelines and regulations. For information on battery
disposal contact your local solid waste authority.
• If liquid comes into contact with the battery, do not reuse it.
Call Nintendo Customer Service at 1-800-255-3700 for further
instructions on battery replacement and possible service to
your Nintendo DS Lite.
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Using the Nintendo DS Stylus and Touch Screen
Privacy Information
PictoChat (see page 16) is not an internet application. However,
when using PictoChat, you can communicate with up to 15 other
Nintendo DS users within range of your DS (approximately 65 feet).
Such users will be able to see your nickname and messages. To protect
your privacy, do not give out personal information such as last name,
phone number, age, e-mail or home address when communicating with
others.
An adult should assist children with system setup and instruct them not
to use personal information. Children should be warned about
communicating with or meeting strangers.
During system setup (see page 10), whatever date you choose to enter
as your month/day of birth (year is not asked for), an "It's your birthday"
message will be communicated in the chat room on that date.
For more information on wireless communication and privacy, visit our
web site at http://www.nintendo.com/consumer/dsprivacy.
The lower LCD screen, or Touch Screen, is touch sensitive. For DS games
that include this game control feature, operate the screen by using the
included stylus. Lightly touch or slide the stylus across the Touch Screen.
(Illustrations 4 and 5)
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IMPORTANT STYLUS AND SCREEN GUIDELINES:
• Use the stylus ONLY on the LOWER Touch Screen.
• Use only enough pressure to operate the game. Excessive
pressure may damage the Touch Screen.
• Do not use the stylus if it is broken.
• Use only a Nintendo-licensed stylus on the Touch Screen.
• Replace the stylus in the stylus holder when not in use.
• If you use a screen protector on your Nintendo DS, use only a
Nintendo-licensed screen protector, and use it only on the
Touch Screen.
NOTE: If the touch screen becomes dirty or contaminated with
foreign material, do not continue to use your Nintendo DS. It may
not work properly and can become more damaged. Follow the
cleaning procedures below. If it still does not work after cleaning,
visit www.nintendo.com for information on repair service.
SCREEN CLEANING PROCEDURE
If the screens on your Nintendo DS have visible smudges, fingerprints, or
other foreign material on them, you can clean them by using a soft
clean cloth such as a lens or eyeglass cleaning cloth.
1. Slightly dampen the cloth with water ONLY and wipe off the screens
2. Using a dry cloth, wipe the screens to dry them and finish the
cleaning process. If needed, repeat the process.
to loosen any dirt or foreign material.
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System Setup
The first time the Nintendo DS is turned on, you will be asked to select
the screen language. Use the +Control Pad or stylus to select a
language, then touch "Yes" or press the A Button.
Follow the on-screen instructions to input your nickname, screen color,
date, time, and month and day of birth (not the year). Press the B Button
to step backward through this process if you would like to change the
settings. You will be able to change these settings later from the Settings
Menu on pages 19-23. For help using the on-screen keyboard, see page
18. At the end of this process, the DS will save your settings and turn off.
Turn the power on to go to the Nintendo DS Menu Screen shown
below.
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Nintendo DS Menu Screen
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(See PictoChat on page 16.)
Boy Advance Game Paks on page 12.)
(Page 22)
Settings Menu. (Page 21)
the battery has a normal charge and will change to red when the
battery charge gets low.
Nintendo DS Menu Screen
1. User Name - Can be adjusted from the Settings Menu.
2. Clock/Alarm and Current Time - Can be adjusted from the
3. DS Game Selection Panel - Select to play a DS Game Card
inserted into Slot 1. (See Using Nintendo DS Game Cards on
page 12.)
4. PictoChat Selection Panel - Select to begin a PictoChat session.
5. Game Boy Advance Game Pak Selection Panel - Select to play a
Game Boy Advance Game Pak inserted into Slot 2. (See Using Game
6. Settings Menu Panel - Select this panel to go to the Settings Menu
to change initial setup information and other settings. (See Settings
Menu on pages 19-23.)
7. Display Brightness - Touch to select from four levels of screen
brightness. (Note: Battery will discharge faster on brighter settings.)
8. Power Indicator Icon - Shows battery charge. This is green while
9. Screen Startup Mode Icon - This icon shows which startup mode
10.Game Boy Advance Display Screen Icon - This icon indicates
which screen will display Game Boy Advance games. Can be
11.Calendar and Current Date - Can be adjusted from the Settings
Menu. (Page 21)
12.DS Download Play Selection Panel - Select to use Single-Card
Download Play mode. See Wireless Communication & Game Play
Modes. (Pages 14-15)
13.Wireless Communication Icon - Indicates that wireless
wireless devices are prohibited in some locations. See page 3,
14. Alarm ON/OFF Panel - Touch to turn the alarm on. Can be
the DS will use when turned on.
• In A (AUTO) mode, the DS will automatically load a game if there
is one in Slot 1 or Slot 2. The DS will load a DS Game Card
automatically if both slots have games loaded.
• In M (MANUAL) mode, the DS Menu Screen screen will appear.
Can be adjusted from the Settings Menu. (Page 20)
Radio Frequency Interference.
adjusted from the Settings Menu. (Page 21)
adjusted from the Settings Menu. (Page 20)
communication will begin if this panel is selected. NOTE: Use of
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Using Nintendo DS Game Cards
push it until it clicks into place. The label should face towards the
bottom of the DS. (Illustration 6)
1. Make sure that the Nintendo DS is turned off.
2. Insert the DS Game Card into Slot 1 on the back of the system and
3. Turn the power on. After the safety information screen, the game
4. To remove your game, first turn the
title will appear. Touch the game title with the stylus to start the
game. Refer to the instruction manual for the game you are playing
for game instructions.
power off. Push the DS Game Card into
Slot 1 until it clicks. It will automatically
eject partway out of the slot.
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Using Game Boy Advance Game Paks
When you are finished playing, always turn your system off and unplug
the AC Adapter (if you are using it) from both the wall socket and the
Nintendo DS.
Do not wrap the AC Adapter cord around the DS.
When not in use, close the DS to protect the screens from dust or damage.
NOTE: The power will NOT automatically turn off when the system
is closed. If you close the DS while the power is ON, it will automatically
switch to power-saving Sleep Mode. It will resume normal mode when
opened again.
IMPORTANT GAME CARD/GAME PAK GUIDELINES:
• Always check the Game Card or Game Pak edge connector for
foreign material before inserting it into the DS.
• Be sure to orient the Game Card or Game Pak correctly before
inserting into the DS.
• Do not turn the power off or remove the Game Card or Game
Pak while saving game data, or saved data may be destroyed.
the DS. Make sure it is fully inserted into Slot 2. The label should
face towards the bottom of the DS. (Illustration 7)
1. Make sure that the Nintendo DS is turned off.
2. Insert the Game Boy Advance Game Pak into Slot 2 on the front of
3. Turn the power ON. The game title will appear. Touch the game title
with the stylus to start the game. Refer to the instruction manual for
4. To remove a Game Pak, first turn the power off. Push the cartridge
the game you are playing for game instructions.
out of Slot 2 with your thumb.
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