Nintendo 64 Console Instructions

Nintendo's highly popular Nintendo 64 game console continues to be a favorite system for retro gamers. Though Nintendo no longer provides documentation or customer support for the system, the system's basic functions are easy to perform.

AV Instructions

Plug the AV cable into the AV MULTI OUT port located on the back of the system. Plug the yellow, red and white AV cables into the corresponding yellow, red and white inputs on your TV.

System Setup

Plug the AC power supply into the large port on the back of the console, with the triangle facing upwards, until it clicks. Plug the power cord into an outlet.

Gaming Setup

Insert a Nintendo 64 controller plug into the first controller port. Insert a game cartridge into the cartridge slot located on the top of the system, making sure to push it all the way in.

Playing Games

Slide the power switch in the front of the console to "ON" to begin playing a game. Press the "RESET" button if you wish to return to the game's main menu.

Powering Down

Slide the power switch to the "OFF" position. With one hand on the top of the console, pull the cartridge out of the slot with your other hand.

References

• Nintendo 64 Owner's Manual Download Page
• Nintendo 64 FAQ

Resources

• Nintendo 64 Health and Safety Precautions