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How to Troubleshoot the Repair of a DS Lite Microphone Port or Jack

The microphone port is an essential feature for several games on the Nintendo DS Lite console. For example, you can voice chat with your opponents while battling Pokemon in "Pokemon Diamond" and "Pokemon Pearl," or talk to your virtual pet in "Nintendogs." While the internal microphone cannot be fixed by the consumer, there are several ways to diagnose the problem before sending the device to Nintendo for repairs. Once you learn the microphone's problems, you can get back to taunting your friends in "Pokemon Platinum."

Instructions

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  Turn down the volume on the Nintendo DS Lite if you are hearing static when you talk into the microphone.
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  Move to a quiet location. Background noise may be picked up by the game and have a negative impact on game play.
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  Adjust the microphone settings and options in the game that you are playing. Since each game uses the microphone differently, this issue may be limited to a single title.
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  Hold the Nintendo 6 inches away from your face when communicating into the microphone. Talking too far away from or too close to the machine may have an adverse effect on the microphone's functionality.
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  Contact Nintendo Support if the microphone on your Nintendo DS Lite continues to malfunction. Talk to a customer service representative to have your system repaired. This console has a one-year manufacturer's warranty.

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