Nintendo Game Boy Micro Downloadable Instruction Book
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1. O External Extension Connector EXT Allows connection of Game Boy micro AC Adapter included or authorized Game Boy micro accessories sold separately Game Pak Slot For inserting a Game Boy Advance Game Pak Power ON OFF Switch ON Headphone Connector For connecting stereo headphones sold separately 00 Oo Faceplate Ejector Holes Insert the prongs of the Faceplate Ejector included into the holes to switch faceplates See page 20 for more information IMPORTANT To protect the LCD Screen always keep a faceplate attached to the Game Boy micro Volume Brightness Adjustment Switch Press switch up or down to adjust speaker or headphone volume To adjust screen brightness hold down the L Button while pressing the switch up or down Compatibility with Game Boy Games amp Accessories The Game Boy micro is compatible with Game Boy Advance Game Paks and authorized Game Boy micro accessories The Game Boy micro will NOT work with the following games or accessories e Original Game Boy Game Paks e Game Boy Color Game Paks e Game Boy or Game Boy Advance Game Link cables e Game Boy Advance Wireless Adapter e Game Boy Advance e Reader e Nintendo GameCube Game Boy Advance cable e Game Boy Printer e Game Boy Camera See pages 17 19 for additional information on multiplayer gameplay between the Game Boy micro and the Game Boy Advance or Game Boy Advance SP 10 Charging the Game Boy micro Battery P2. awaiting final rating 24 Warranty amp Service Information You may need only simple instructions to correct a problem with your product Try our website at www nintendo com or call our Consumer Assistance Hotline at 1 800 255 3700 rather than going to your retailer Hours of operation are 6 a m to 7 p m Pacific Time Monday Sunday times subject to change If the problem cannot be solved with the troubleshooting information available online or over the telephone you will be offered express factory service through Nintendo Please do not send any products to Nintendo without contacting us first HARDWARE WARRANTY Nintendo of America Inc Nintendo warrants to the original purchaser that the hardware product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for twelve 12 months from the date of purchase If a defect covered by this warranty occurs during this warranty period Nintendo will repair or replace the defective hardware product or component free of charge The original purchaser is entitled to this warranty only if the date of purchase is registered at point of sale or the consumer can demonstrate to Nintendo s satisfaction that the product was purchased within the last 12 months GAME amp ACCESSORY WARRANTY Nintendo warrants to the original purchaser that the product games and accessories shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of three 3 months from the date of purchase I
3. shock vibration or liquids e Do not disassemble attempt to repair or deform the battery e Do not dispose of batteries in a fire e Do not touch the terminals of the battery or cause a short between the terminals with a metal object e Do not peel or damage the battery label Do not remove the rechargeable battery pack from the Game Boy micro unless it needs to be replaced Do not use any battery other than the Game Boy micro rechargeable battery pack A replacement battery may be ordered through Nintendo s web site at www nintendo com or call Customer Service at 1 800 255 3700 Components LBUTTON R BUTTON ot A BUTTON B BUTTON BACK LIT t LCD SCREEN REMOVABLE gt FACEPLATE SPEAKER ATTACHMENT COVER Components E EXTERNAL EXTENSION 8 CONNECTOR EXT HEADPHONE CONNECTOR POWER ON OFF 9 SWITCH FACEPLATE EJECTOR HOLES VOLUME BRIGHTNESS The ADJUSTMENT SWITCH When recharging the battery pack only use the Game Boy micro AC Adapter included with this system When disposing of the battery pack follow appropriate local guidelines and regulations For information on battery disposal contact your local solid waste authority IMPORTANT Do not spill liquids on the Game Boy micro Game Paks or other components or accessories If the Game Boy micro comes into contact with liquids wipe clean with a soft slightly damp cloth use w
4. Connect to aS either a Game Boy Advance or eee Game Boy micro Game Boy Advance SP 3 Denes Wireless Adapter 18 19 Changing the Faceplate Battery Pack Replacement You can change the look of your Game Boy micro by changing the faceplate Do not remove the battery from the Game Boy micro unless it needs to be replaced Please review the instructions included with the replacement battery pack before installation IMPORTANT To protect the LCD Display Screen always keep a faceplate attached to the Game Boy micro 1 Make sure the power is turned OFF Remove the battery cover using a small 0 Phillips head screwdriver 1 Insert the Faceplate Ejector tool into the ejector holes on the left side of the Game Boy micro Remove the faceplate 2 Remove the battery pack from the battery compartment and carefully unplug the battery connector from the Game Boy micro 2 Insert the tabs on the right end of the new faceplate into the slots on the inside of the Game Boy micro and snap the left end of the faceplate into place see below 3 Carefully plug the connector from the new battery into the socket 4 Replace the battery pack and battery cover IMPORTANT The battery pack must be charged after installation This will take approximately 2 1 2 hours Please review pages 11 14 for information on charging the battery pack 20 Troubleshooting Before seeking assistance check the following inform
5. IES SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU This warranty gives you specific legal rights You may also have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province Nintendo s address is Nintendo of America Inc P O Box 957 Redmond WA 98073 0957 U S A This warranty is only valid in the United States and Canada 27 Consumer Assistance Replacement Parts and Accessories NEED HELP WITH INSTALLATION MAINTENANCE OR SERVICE NINTENDO CUSTOMER SERVICE WWW NINTENDO COM or call 1 800 255 3700 MON SUN 6 00 a m to 7 00 p m Pacific Time Times subject to change TTY Hearing Impaired 800 422 4281 If you would like to order Nintendo parts please visit our online store at www nintendo com or call 1 800 255 3700 This Nintendo product is not designed for use with any unauthorized accessories 28 NEED HELP PLAYING A GAME Nintendo s game pages at www nintendo com games feature walkthroughs frequently asked questions and codes for many of our games If your answer isn t there check out our forums where you can exchange tips with other gamers online For more information about our forums visit www nintendo com community If you don t have access to the web site recorded tips for may titles are available on Nintendo s Power Line at 425 885 7529 This may be a lon
6. Nintendo of America Inc P O Box 957 Redmond WA 98073 0957 U S A 58485A PRINTED IN USA IMPRIME AUX E U IMPRESO EN LOS EE UU 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 The official seal is your assurance that this product is licensed or manufactured by Nintendo Always look for this seal Official when buying video game systems Seal accessories games and related products Nintendo does not license the sale or use of products without the Official Nintendo Seal Nintendo products are protected by some or all of the following patents United States Patent Numbers 4 932 904 5 095 798 5 134 391 5 184 830 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 6 544 126 6 322 447 6 315 669 6 120 379 6 200 253 5 226 136 5 276 831 D468 743 Canadian Patent Numbers 2 007 434 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 2005 Nintendo All Rights Reserved TM and are trademarks of Nintendo Important Safety Information Read the following warnings before you or your child play video games AWWARNING Seizures e Some people about 1 in 4000 may have seizures or blackouts triggered by light
7. ack Cont The START and SELECT Power Indicator LEDs indicates the charge status of the battery pack e When you turn the power ON the LEDs may blink blue for about 3 seconds This indicates adequate charge in the battery pack e When you turn the power ON the LED may blink red for about 3 seconds This indicates that the battery pack should be recharged e During game play the LED may light red and stay on This indicates that the battery pack should be recharged Save your game progress and recharge the battery pack as soon as possible e During the recharge process the LED will light blue and stay on until the battery pack is fully charged IMPORTANT The Game Boy micro AC Adapter is only for use with the Game Boy micro handheld video game system It is not compatible with the original Game Boy Game Boy pocket Game Boy Color Game Boy Advance Game Boy Advance SP or the Nintendo DS 12 Charging the Game Boy micro Battery Pack Cont IMPORTANT BATTERY GUIDELINES e Do not remove the battery from the Game Boy micro unless it needs to be replaced e Do not use any battery other than the Game Boy micro rechargeable battery pack A replacement 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 e When recharging the battery use ONLY the included AC Adapter Model No OXY 002 e When disposing of the battery follow appropriate local gui
8. ame Make sure you are using the correct Game Link cable If your Game Boy micro still does not operate correctly after trying the above remedies please visit the customer service area of our web site at www nintendo com in Canada www nintendo ca or call 1 800 255 3700 23 ESRB RATING SYMBOLS FOR VIDEO GAMES amp PC SOFTWARE EARLY CHILDHOOD fo amp CONTENT RATED BY ESRB EARLY CHILDHOOD Contents may be suitable for ages 3 and older Contains no material that parents would find inappropriate MATURE 17 CONTENT RATED BY MATURE Content may be suitable for persons ages 17 and older May contain mature sexual themes more intense violence and or strong language EVERYONE Content may be suitable for persons ages 6 and older May contain minimal violence and some comic mischief or crude language EVERYONE ADULTS ONLY 18 g ADULTS ONLY Content suitable only for adults May include graphic depictions of sex and or violence Not intended for persons under the age of 18 EVERYONE 10 AND OLDER TEEN Content may be suitable for persons ages 10 and older May contain cartoon fantasy or mild violence mild language and or minimal suggestive themes Content may be suitable for persons ages 13 and older May contain violent content mild or strong language and or suggestive themes RATING PENDING g nP CONTENT RATED BY ESRB RATING PENDING Titles have been submitted to the ESRB and are
9. ater only Remove the battery cover and battery If liquid has come 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 Game Boy micro Refer to the separate Game Boy Health and Safety Precautions booklet for additional information on hardware and software precautions and maintenance IMPORTANT This product is a complex electronic device that can be damaged by direct physical impact A protective carrying case sold separately may help prevent problems related to impact damage NOTE This product does not contain latex lead mercury cadmium hexavalent chromium PBB or PBDE 5 1 L and R Buttons A and B Buttons and Control Pad Game play controls Hold L Button down while pressing Volume Brightness Adjustment Switch up or down to adjust screen brightness 2 Removable Faceplate Important To prevent the faceplate from becoming scratched always store the Game Boy micro in the carrying pouch included or a protective carrying case sold separately Speaker START and SELECT Game play controls and Power Indicator LEDs Indicates status of battery charge See page 12 for additional information Back lit LCD Screen Wrist Strap Attachment For attachment of a wrist strap sold separately Battery Cover Remove cover to replace the rechargeable battery pack See page 21 for additional information 7
10. ation Problem Solution The screen stays blank even though the power is ON Make sure the battery pack is charged The Power Indicator LEDs should blink blue when the power is turned ON Turn the power OFF Remove Game Pak and reinsert it then turn the power ON If using a Game Link cable check connections with the power OFF then try again Review pages 17 19 If using a Game Link cable check that all Game Paks are the same Review pages 17 19 If using the AC Adapter make sure it is securely connected to both the Game Boy micro and the wall outlet Horizontal lines appear when the power is ON 22 Make sure the battery pack is charged The Power Indicator LEDs should blink blue when the power is turned ON Turn OFF the power remove the Game Pak and reinsert it making sure it is fully inserted into the Game Pak Slot Turn the power ON Entertainment Software Rating Board ESRB Video and Computer Game Software Rating Information The Entertainment Software Rating Board ESRB ratings are designed to provide information about video and computer game content so you can make informed purchasing decisions ESRB ratings have two parts rating symbols suggest age appropriateness for the game and content descriptors indicate elements in a game that may have triggered a particular rating and or may be of interest or concern To take full advantage of the ESRB rating system it s important to check both the ra
11. ck Cont 1 Insert the DC Connector Plug from the AC Adapter into the External Extension Connector on the top of the Game Boy micro 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 The Nintendo logo should face up 2 Swing the prongs out of the AC Adapter and insert into a standard 120 volt AC wall outlet The START and SELECT Power Indicator LEDs will light blue until the battery is fully charged IMPORTANT Be sure that the prongs are fully inserted into the outlet The AC Adapter is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mounted position When disconnecting any plugs from the Game Boy micro or the wall outlet carefully pull by the plug itself rather than by the cord 3 When fully charged remove the AC Adapter from the wall outlet and fold the prongs back into the housing Remove the DC Connector Plug from the External Extension Connector 13 Using the Game Boy micro 1 Insert a Game Boy Advance Game Pak into the Game Pak Slot on the bottom of the Game Boy micro The Game Pak label should face towards the back of the Game Boy micro CAUTION Always check the Game Pak edge connector for foreign material before inserting the Game Pak 2 Turn the power ON by pushing the Power Switch to the right 3 The screen will display the Game Boy logo and then change to the display for the game that
12. delines and regulations For information on battery disposal contact your local solid waste authority e 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 Game Boy micro 14 Charging the Game Boy micro Battery Pack Do not use the Game Boy micro AC Adapter during a lightning storm There may be a risk of electric shock from lightning Before you use the Game Boy micro for the first time or after you have not used it for a long time you must charge the battery If the Game Boy micro 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 six to ten hours depending on the type of game activity It takes approximately 2 1 2 hours to recharge the battery The actual time varies depending on how much battery life you have left You can play games while recharging the battery but the recharge time will be longer 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 95 degrees Fahrenheit Battery life may also decrease over time After 500 recharges battery life may be only 70 of the battery life when new 11 Charging the Game Boy micro Battery Pa
13. f a defect covered by this warranty occurs during this three 3 month warranty period Nintendo will repair or replace the defective product free of charge 26 SERVICE AFTER EXPIRATION OF WARRANTY Please try our website at www nintendo com or call the Consumer Assistance Hotline at 1 800 255 3700 for troubleshooting information and repair or replacement options and pricing In some instances it may be necessary for you to ship the complete product FREIGHT PREPAID AND INSURED FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE to Nintendo Please do not send any products to Nintendo without contacting us first WARRANTY LIMITATIONS THIS WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY IF THIS PRODUCT a IS USED WITH PRODUCTS NOT SOLD OR LICENSED BY NINTENDO INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO NON LICENSED GAME ENHANCEMENT AND COPIER DEVICES ADAPTERS AND POWER SUPPLIES b IS USED FOR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES INCLUDING RENTAL c IS MODIFIED OR TAMPERED WITH d IS DAMAGED BY NEGLIGENCE ACCIDENT UNREASONABLE USE OR BY OTHER CAUSES UNRELATED TO DEFECTIVE MATERIALS OR WORKMANSHIP OR e HAS HAD THE SERIAL NUMBER ALTERED DEFACED OR REMOVED ANY APPLICABLE IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIODS DESCRIBED ABOVE 12 MONTHS OR 3 MONTHS AS APPLICABLE IN NO EVENT SHALL NINTENDO BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE BREACH OF ANY IMPLIED OR EXPRESS WARRANT
14. flashes or patterns such as while watching TV or playing video games even if they have never had a seizure before e 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 e Parents should watch when their children play video games Stop playing and consult a doctor if you or your child have any of the following symptoms Loss of awareness Disorientation Convulsions Altered vision Eye or muscle twitching Involuntary movements e 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 INSTRUCTION BOOKLET Pages 1 29 MODE D EMPLOI Pages 31 61 FOLLETO DE INSTRUCCIONES P ginas 63 93 O 9 Q aa s LELI CKE CELE Important Safety Information 2 5 Components 6 9 Compatibility with Game Boy Games and Accessories 10 Charging the Game Boy micro Battery Pack 11 14 Using the Game Boy micro Video Game System 15 16 Multiplayer Game Play 17 19 Changing the Faceplate 20 Battery Pack Replacement 21 Troubleshooting 22 23 ESRB Video Game and PC Software Rating Information 24 25 Warranty and Service Information 26 29 Please read the following instructions before setup or use of the Game Boy
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16. micro If after reading all the instructions you still have questions please visit our customer service area at www nintendo com in Canada www nintendo ca or call 1 800 255 3700 AAWARNING 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 e Avoid excessive play It is recommended that parents monitor their children for appropriate play e Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour even if you don t think you need it e If your hands wrists arms or eyes become tired or sore while playing stop and rest them for several hours before playing again e If you continue to have sore hands wrists arms or eyes during or after play stop playing and see a doctor AWWARNING Battery Leakage The Game Boy micro contains 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 Game Boy 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 e Do not expose battery to excessive physical
17. or call Customer Service at 1 800 255 3700 to order e Be sure to orient the Game Pak correctly before inserting it into the Game Pak Slot e Do not turn the power off or remove the Game Pak while saving game data or the save data may be You must be using Game Boy Advance Game Paks that feature lost z either linked or wireless multiplayer game play Look for these icons on Game Paks that include this feature 16 17 Multiplayer Game Play Cont Multiplayer Game Play Cont IMPORTANT Be sure to check the Game Pak packaging and read the Game Pak instruction booklet for the game you are playing to see if you need more than one e Multiplayer connection using the copy of the game to play multiplayer games and to see how many players can play Game Boy micro Game Link cable simultaneously Game Boy micro Game Link Cable Multiplayer features and set up methods will vary from game to game Please read the Game Pak instruction booklet for the game you are playing for features and correct set up information e Multiplayer connection using the Game Boy micro Wireless Adapter You can communicate with either Game Boy Game Boy micro Game Boy micro Advance or Game Boy Advance SP Game Link Cable Converter Connector systems that are using Game Boy f y N a e Multiplayer connection using both Advance Wireless Adapters B Y S 5 the Game Boy micro Game Link a a l cable and Game Boy micro adioa IN Converter Connector
18. ting symbol found on the front of the game box and the content descriptor found on the back of the game box Go to www esrb org for a complete list of these content descriptors The ESRB rating system is designed to provide information about a computer or video game The ratings are not meant to recommend which games consumers should buy or rent or to serve as the only basis for choosing a product Rather individuals should use the ESRB ratings together with personal tastes and standards when deciding what is best to purchase For more information on the ESRB and video game ratings go to the ESRB web site at www esrb org Battery pack won t charge or Power Indicator LEDs don t light during recharge Make sure the AC Adapter is securely connected to the Game Boy micro and the wall outlet Make sure the outlet is working properly No sound is heard from the speaker during game play Try adjusting the volume Make sure headphones are not inserted into the Headphone Connector Some games may have no sound during parts of the game Multiplayer game modes don t work Review pages 17 19 for multiplayer setup information Turn the power OFF Check all of the Game Link cable connections or wireless adapter connections then turn the power ON Turn the power OFF Remove all Game Paks and reinsert then turn the power ON Make sure Game Paks include the multiplayer feature and that the Game Paks are all the same g
19. you are playing 4 To adjust the screen brightness hold the L Button down while pressing the Volume Brightness Adjustment Switch on the right side of the Game Boy micro up or down NOTE For optimal battery life adjust the screen brightness to the lowest comfortable level 15 Using the Game Boy micro Cont Multiplayer Game Play 5 When finished playing first turn the power off and Multiplayer game play is possible using one of the following methods then slide the Game Pak out of the Game Boy micro 1 Game Boy micro Wireless Adapter communicate with either another Game Boy micro using a Wireless Adapter or with a Game Boy Advance that has a Game Boy Advance Wireless Adapter attached see page 18 NOTE To avoid dirt or dust from getting into the Game Boy micro always leave a Game Pak loaded with the power off when not in use 2 Game Boy micro Game Link cable Link up with other Game Boy micro systems see page 19 3 Game Boy micro Converter Connector Used with a Game Boy micro Game Link cable you can link up with another Game Boy Advance or Game Boy Advance SP see page 19 IMPORTANT GAME PAK GUIDELINES e Always check the Game Pak edge connector for foreign material before inserting it into the Game Pak Slot See pages 18 and 19 for a description of Game Boy micro multiplayer accessories ACCESSORIES ARE SOLD SEPARATELY Go to Nintendo s web site at www nintendo com USA Canada only
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