Nintendo 3DS XL Operation Manual

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Adjusting System SettingsAdjusting System Settings42 43Internet SettingsSearching for and connecting to an access pointYou can use this method to search for and connect to an access point if your access point does not support AOSS or Wi-Fi Protected Setup. Youshould also consult the instruction manual that came with your access point.Note: If your access point is set to use WPA2™-PSK (TKIP) security encryption, your system will not be able to connect to the access point.Touch SEARCH FOR ACCESS POINTNote: If you are using the tutorial and have selected DON’T KNOW / NONE OF THESE orOTHER, start from step 2 .Select an access point• Touch the name of the access point you want to connect to (its SSID, ESSID or network name).If you do not know this name, please consult the settings of the access point you are using.Enter the security key and touch OK• This step only applies if the access point is secured. If you do not know the security key, please consult the settings of the accesspoint you are using.• The characters for the key you entered will be hidden by asterisks (*).Note: A security key is the password set for your access point and is required to enable your system to make an internet connection. It may alsobe called an encryption key or network password.Touch OK to save your settingsTouch OK to perform a connection test• If the test is successful, setup is complete.• If connection fails and an error appears, follow the instructions given in the error message.Security typesAccess point security types are shown in the table below:Encryption Method WEP WPA™-PSK(TKIP)WPA-PSK(AES)WPA2-PSK(TKIP)WPA2-PSK(AES)Security Strength Weaker Stronger12345Parental ControlsUse this option to restrict children from playing games, making purchases or using certain systemfunctions (such as the internet browser).Options That Can Be RestrictedThe following options can be restricted. Please configure these options as necessarywhen allowing children to use the New Nintendo 3DS system.Note: Setting Parental Controls restrictions for any of the options below will also restrictpart of the Nintendo Network ID Settings, Internet Settings, Region Settings, microSDManagement, Outer Cameras, System Transfer and Format System Memory functions. Youwill have to enter the Parental Controls PIN in order to use these functions.SOFTWARE RATINGRestricts the use of Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo DSi software based on software rating systems ( p. 31).Note: Nintendo 3DS software received via Download Play is also restricted, but this setting cannot restrict Nintendo DSsoftware or software received via DS Download Play.INTERNET BROWSER Restricts use of the internet browser and prevents the viewing of web pages.NINTENDO 3DSSHOPPING SERVICES Prevents the purchase of goods and services, and the use of credit cards with Nintendo 3DS shopping services.DISPLAY OF 3D IMAGES Restricts the display of 3D images. All images will display in 2D.MIIVERSE Restricts users from viewing or posting content on Miiverse.SHARING IMAGES /AUDIO / VIDEO /LONG TEXT DATARestricts the transfer of data that could be used to carry personal information, such as photos, images,sounds, videos and long messages.Note: This setting cannot restrict Nintendo DS software or Miiverse.ONLINE INTERACTION Restricts communication with other Nintendo 3DS systems over the internet.Note: This setting cannot restrict Nintendo DS software or Miiverse.STREETPASS Restricts communication with other Nintendo 3DS systems using StreetPass.Note: This setting cannot restrict Nintendo DS / Nintendo DSi software.FRIEND REGISTRATION Restricts the registration of new friends.DS DOWNLOAD PLAY Restricts the use of DS Download Play.VIEWING DISTRIBUTEDVIDEOSRestricts viewing of distributed videos to those suitable for all ages. This setting does not apply to game-related videos found on Nintendo eShop, which can be restricted using the separate Software Rating setting.Note: For some distributed video playback software, this setting may also restrict the use of the software itself.Note: If this system is used by several children, we suggest setting up Parental Controls for the youngest child.Parental Controls