NINTENDO GameCube System User Manual

WARNING: PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE SEPARATE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BOOKLET INCLUDED WITH THIS PRODUCT BEFORE USING YOUR NINTENDO OR ACCESSORY. THIS BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION.

Throughout this Instruction Booklet, you will see sections beginning with WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE. Each section has a different level of meaning, as follows:

HARDWARE SYSTEM, GAME DISC

WARNING

Warns you about incorrect use of the Nintendo GameCube that could result in serious personal injury.

CAUTION

Cautions you about incorrect use of the Nintendo GameCube that may result in (1) personal injury or (2) damage to the Nintendo GameCube, components, game discs or accessories.

NOTE: Points out important information on using or maintaining your Nintendo GameCube system.

NOTE: This product only plays Nintendo GameCube Game Discs that have "For use only in USA, Canada, Mexico and Latin America" printed on them. This product can not play CD or DVD disks.

• Pour une version française de ce manuel, veuillez aller sur le site manuals.html ou appeler le 1-800-255-3700.

• Para obtener la versión de este manual en español, visite muestro web site a www.nintendo.com/ consumer/manuals.html o llame a 1-800-255-3700.

TM, ® and the Nintendo GameCube logo are trademarks of Nintendo.

Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

www.nintendo.com/consumer/

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION:

READ THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS BEFORE YOU

OR YOUR CHILD PLAY VIDEO GAMES

WARNING - Seizures

• 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 should consult a doctor before playing a video game.

• Parents should watch when their children play video games. Stop playing your child have any of the following symptoms:

Convulsions Eye or muscle twitching Altered vision Involuntary movements Disorientation

• 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.

to an epileptic condition

and consult a doctor if you or

Loss of awareness

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.

• If your hands, wrists, arms or eyes become tired or sore while playing, stop and rest them for several hours before playing again. If you continue to have sore hands, wrists, arms or eyes during or after play, stop playing and see a doctor.

•

To avoid electric shock when you use this system:

• Do not use the Nintendo GameCube during a lightning storm. There may be a risk of electric shock from lighting.

• Use only the AC Adapter that comes with your system.

• Do not use the AC Adapter if it has damaged, split or broken cords or wires.

• Make sure that the AC Adapter cord is fully inserted into the wall outlet or extension cord.

• Always carefully disconnect all plugs by pulling on the plug and not on the cord. Make sure the Nintendo GameCube power switch is turned OFF before removing the AC Adapter cord from an outlet.

WARNING - Electric Shock

CAUTION - Motion Sickness

Playing video games can cause motion sickness. If you or your child feel dizzy or nauseous when playing video games with this system, stop playing and rest. Do not drive or engage in other demanding activity until you feel better.

CAUTION - Laser Device

The Nintendo GameCube is a Class I laser product. Do not attempt to disassemble the Nintendo GameCube. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Caution: Use of controls or adjustments or procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Specifications: Laser Type: Semiconductor laser Laser wave length: 668nm (typ.) (658nm~678nm)

NOTE: This is a latex-free product.

Laser power: Max. 0.8mW Numeric aperture: 0.6

CONTENTS

he official seal is your assurance that this product is licensed or manufactured by Nintendo. Always look for this seal when buying video game systems, accessories, games and related products.

Nintendo does not license the sale or use of products without the Official Nintendo Seal.

Thank you for purchasing the Nintendo GameCube™. Please carefully read this Instruction Booklet and the separate Precautions Booklet before connecting or using the Nintendo GameCube system or components. If, after reading all setup instructions, you are still unable to connect or use your system, please refer to the consumer assistance information on the back cover of this booklet.

Please record the serial number, located on the bottom of the Nintendo GameCube, in the space below. You may need to refer to this number when calling for service.

Serial Number: DS

Section 1 Components

Nintendo GameCube . ....................2-4

AC Adapter.............................. 5

Stereo Audio/Video Cable...................5

Controller ................................6

Section 2 System Setup

Connecting the AC Adapter & Controller ........7

Connecting to a Stereo TV/VCR using a

Stereo AV Cable.......................... 8

Connecting to a Stereo TV/VCR using a

S-Video AV Cable.........................8

Connecting to a Stereo TV(digital ready) using a

Stereo AV Cable & Component Video Cable.... 9

Connecting to a Mono TV/VCR..............10

Connecting to a TV without Audio/Video

connections (RF connection)................11

Section 3 System Operation .....................12-14

Section 4 Main Menu

Accessing the Main Menu ..................15

Game Play Screen........................16

Option Screen...........................16

Calendar Screen.........................17

Memory Card Screens..................18-20

Section 5 Troubleshooting ......................21-24

Section 6 Error Messages .........................25

Section 7 Warranty and Service Information ..........26

Graphics chip designed by ATI.ATI logo used with permission of ATITechnologies, Inc.

Section 8 Video Game Rating Information ............27

1• COMPONENTS

TOP VIEW

Handle

Power Button

Turns power ON or OFF

Name Plate

Disc Cover

Reset Button

Power Indicator Light

Lights when power is on

Open Button

Opens disc cover

FRONT VIEW

Controller Sockets

For connection of Nintendo GameCube controllers and accessories

Memory Card Slots

(SLOT A and SLOT B)

For connection of Nintendo GameCube Memory Cards (Sold separately, see back cover for purchasing information.) See pages 18-20 for more information on using Memory Cards and the game instruction booklet for specific information on how to save game information to a memory card.

234

SLOT A SLOT B

Disc Release Button

Press to release Game Disc

BACK VIEW

DC Input Connector

(DC 12V IN)

Connects the DC Jack of the AC Adapter

Analog AV Output

(ANALOG AV OUT) (Multi Out Connector)

Connects the Stereo Audio/Video Cable See pages 8-10

Lens

Do not touch

High Speed Port

1• COMPONENTS1• COMPONENTS

Nintendo GameCube AC AdapterBOTTOM VIEW

Serial Port 1

For connection of modem or broadband adapter (Sold separately, see back cover for purchasing information).

SIDE VIEWS

Exhaust Vent

NOTE: Make sure to keep vents from being covered or obstructed.

Intake Vent

DC Jack

Connects to DC Input Connector on back of the Nintendo GameCube

Nintendo Stereo AV Cable

Connects to A/V input connectors on TV or VCR

(Yellow)

Video

Audio

Left

(White)

Audio Right (Red)

Analog AV Out Connector Plug

Connects to ANALOG AV OUT connector (Multi Out connector) on back of the Nintendo GameCube

AC Plug

Connects to 120V AC wall outlet

+ 11 hidden pages