Basic OperationsBasic Operations10Basic Operations 11VolumeNintendo 3DS XL ComponentsNintendo 3DS XL ComponentsNintendo 3DS XL ComponentsNotification LEDIndicates the status of the system.(blue) You have received SpotPass data; blinks for about five seconds(see page 39).(green) You have received StreetPass data; blinks for about five seconds(see page 39).(orange) A friend has come online; blinks for about five seconds(see page 34).(red) Battery power is low; blinks continuously when very low(see page 17).MicrophoneUsed by games and applications that includemicrophone features. Wireless LED ( )Lights when wireless communication isturned on, turns off when communicationis turned off, and blinks while data is being sent or received orwhen the system is in Sleep Mode (dimly).Wireless switch (WIRELESS)Push this switch to turn wireless com-munication on or off.NOTE: For Nintendo DS or Nintendo DSi software, you mustenable wireless communication before starting the game.However, once enabled, you can turn communications off bypushing the wireless switch.Power LED ( )Lights when the power is turned on(see page 17).Power Button (POWER)See page 14.3D Depth SliderAdjusts the depth of the3D image from zero tomaximum (see page 18).3D Screen (Upper screen)Capable of displaying 3D content for games thatinclude this feature (see page 18).When opening or closing theNintendo 3DS XL system, keep your fingers awayfrom the hinge to avoid pinching them.Touch Screen (Lower screen)Touch-sensitive screen. This screen should only be operatedwith a Nintendo licensed stylus.Using the Touch ScreenControl buttonsFor game-play control.See game instructions fordetails.Inner cameraUsed by games or other applications thatinclude camera features.NOTE: Avoid getting the camera lensdirty. If it becomes dirty, wipe gentlywith a soft cloth, being careful not todamage the lens.Left speakerRight speakerSELECTSTARTCircle PadFor game-play control that supportsthis feature. See the instructions forthe game you are playing for specificcontrol information.Volume controlSlide to adjust the volume.NOTE: The camera shutter sound always playsat a fixed volume and is not affected by thevolume control.HOMEDisplays the HOME Menu during a game.+ Control PadFor game-play control.Recharge LEDLights when the battery is being charged(see page 17).Audio jackFor connection of stereo headphones (soldseparately). If headphones are connected, nosound will play through the speakers. (Thissystem is not compatible with the NintendoDS Headset.)When using headphones, setthe volume at a safe level. Setting the volumetoo high may harm your hearing or damage theheadphones.The lower LCD screen, or Touch Screen, is touch-sensitive. For games that include this game controlfeature, operate the screen by using the includedstylus. Lightly touch or slide the stylus across the TouchScreen as shown.