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Nintendo GameCube - WaveBird Wireless Controller FAQ
Written by: CVXFREAK
Version: Final
July 24, 2002
E-mail: ReBioHazard6587X@hotmail.com
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CONTENTS
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1. Version Updates
2. What is the WaveBird?
3. FAQ
4. Conclusion

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1. VERSION UPDATES
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July 24, 2002
Version: Final
I decided to write this FAQ because of the impending issues of doom with 
the WaveBird controller. I learned to use my WaveBird controller but 
there are still people who don't know how to use it, so I wrote this FAQ 
for those people. 

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2. WHAT IS THE WAVEBIRD?
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The WaveBird is a wireless controller for the Nintendo GameCube system. 
It removes the ancient cords that virtually every system uses but also 
makes the wireless factor very simply, unlike wireless controllers from 
the past. It features 8 buttons, 2 control sticks and a digital pad. 

For more information, check out "SECTION 3: FAQ."

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3. FAQ
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QUESTION: How much does the WaveBird Wireless Controller cost?

ANSWER: The MSRP is .99. However, some stores like Target and Circuit 
City sell them for .99. 

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QUESTION: What kind of batteries does it use?

ANSWER: It uses 2 standard AA batteries. 2 AA batteries are included 
with the package.

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QUESTION: Can I use 4 WaveBirds with one console?

ANSWER: Absolutely. But make sure each WaveBird is assigned a different 
channel that corresponds the receiver on the actual console so there are 
no interruptions.

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QUESTION: What's a channel?

ANSWER: A channel is the frequency the signals from the controller is 
running on. There are 16 of them so if there are 4 people playing at one 
time, there will not be any interference. 

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QUESTION: If I am playing by myself, which channel do I use?

ANSWER: Use any of the 16 channels you like as long as it matches your 
receiver's channel.

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QUESTION: Where is the channel adjuster?

ANSWER: On the controller, it is on the very bottom side underneath the 
model information.

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QUESTION: My WaveBird doesn't work! Any suggestions?

ANSWER: Well, first see if it is on. If it isn't, but the button is in 
the "on" position, check to see if the batteries are on upside down. If 
they are right side up, check to see if they still have life left in 
them. If they still work, check to see if the channels are corresponded. 
If they are, then check to see if the GameCube is on. It needs to be on 
to work. If the GameCube is on, check to see if the controller port 
works with another controller. If the controller port works, then it's 
safe to say that you've got a defective WaveBird, so you should 
immediately return it to the store and exchange it, or call up Nintendo. 

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QUESTION: When we play with 4 players, the signal is weak! Help?

ANSWER: Try spreading the channels out so they are farthest away from 
each other. Try having Controller Port 1 be channel 1, Controller Port 2 
be Channel 4, Controller Port 3 be Channel 9 and Controller Port 4 be 
channel 14. If the signal is still weak then refer to the above for 
giving maintenance to the controller.

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QUESTION: Who makes the WaveBird?

ANSWER: Nintendo makes the WaveBird, and it's an official product.

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QUESTION: What colors does it come in?

ANSWER: It comes in gray only, so far, but Nintendo may put out more 
colors in the future.

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QUESTION: How far does the WaveBird's reach go?

ANSWER: Nintendo claims up to 20 feet, but there have been reports of it 
going even further. 

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QUESTION: Is there a difference between the WaveBird and the normal 
GameCube controller? 
 
ANSWER: Other than the fact that one is cordless and one isn't, there 
really isn't a difference. At maximum performance they both do basically 
the same. The WaveBird is  more expensive than the cord controller, 
and the cord controllers come in a variety of colors.

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QUESTION: Can I use a WaveBird bought in Japan on a U.S. console and 
vice versa?

ANSWER: Absolutely. Controller peripherals are always universal. The 
only things not universal on the GameCube is the Memory Card 59/251, the 
AV cables (on PAL GameCubes), AC adaptor and the games themselves. 
Everything else is pretty much universal.

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QUESTION: Where can I buy a WaveBird?

ANSWER:

Stores:

Target
Wal-Mart
Electronics Boutique
GameStop
Babbages
FuncoLand
Toys R US
KB Toys
Circuit City

Online:

www.ebgames.com
www.gamestop.com
www.amazon.com

Some places sell them cheaper than others, so look around.

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QUESTION: Is the WaveBird heavier?

ANSWER: No, they weigh the same.

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QUESTION: Should I use rechargeable batteries?

ANSWER: No, I never recommend those. 

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For anymore questions, feel free to e-mail me.

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4. CONCLUSION
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This WaveBird FAQ is basically finished, as I've covered nearly every 
aspect needed on the controller. 

Thanks to:

-Nintendo for creating the GameCube and the WaveBird.
-Jeff "CJayC" Veasey for posting this on GameFAQS.com.
-Peter Judson for posting this on NeoSeeker.com.