User blog comment:Kittyfire/Random Topic Blogging!/@comment-3006892-20111226211204/@comment-5151799-20111227213235

TDR, I think the problem with the Wiimote is that it needs to be synchronized with your console. You just got it, right? - As in it didn't come with the console? Well, you can't just expect it to work right away. If you open that little cover underneath the "RESET" button on your console, you'll find an SD card slot and a red button. Likewise, if you open up the battery cover on the book of your Wiimote, you'll find a red button there too. Press both red buttons to sync the two things together, and your Wiimote should work. Hope this helps.