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PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE SEPARATE HEALTH AND SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS BOOKLET INCLUDED WITH THIS PRODUCT BEFORE WARNING - Repetitive Motion Injuries and Eyestrain
USING YOUR NINTENDO ® HARDWARE SYSTEM, GAME CARD OR Playing video games can make your muscles, joints, skin or eyes hurt after a few hours. Follow these
ACCESSORY. THIS BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT HEALTH AND instructions to avoid problems such as tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, skin irritation or eyestrain:
SAFETY INFORMATION. • Avoid excessive play. It is recommended that parents monitor their children for appropriate play.
• Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour, even if you don’t think you need it.
• When using the stylus, you do not need to grip it tightly or press it hard against the screen. Doing so
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: READ THE FOLLOWING
may cause fatigue or discomfort.
W ARNINGS BEFORE YOU OR YOUR CHILD PLAY VIDEO GAMES. • If your hands, wrists, arms or eyes become tired or sore while playing, stop and rest them for several
hours before playing again.
• If you continue to have sore hands, wrists, arms or eyes during or after play, stop playing and see a doctor.
WARNING - Seizures
• Some people (about 1 in 4000) may have seizures or blackouts triggered by light flashes or patterns,
such as while watching TV or playing video games, even if they have never had a seizure before. WARNING - Battery Leakage
• Anyone who has had a seizure, loss of awareness, or other symptom linked to an epileptic condition
should consult a doctor before playing a video game. The Nintendo DS contains a rechargeable lithium ion battery pack. Leakage of ingredients contained within the
• Parents should watch when their children play video games. Stop playing and consult a doctor if you battery pack, or the combustion products of the ingredients, can cause personal injury as well as damage to your
or your child have any of the following symptoms: Nintendo DS.
Convulsions Eye or muscle twitching Loss of awareness If battery leakage occurs, avoid contact with skin. If contact occurs, immediately wash thoroughly with soap and
Altered vision Involuntary movements Disorientation water. If liquid leaking from a battery pack comes into contact with your eyes, immediately flush thoroughly with
• To reduce the likelihood of a seizure when playing video games: water and see a doctor.
1. Sit or stand as far from the screen as possible. To avoid battery leakage:
2. Play video games on the smallest available television screen. • Do not expose battery to excessive physical shock, vibration, or liquids.
3. Do not play if you are tired or need sleep. • Do not disassemble, attempt to repair or deform the battery.
4. Play in a well-lit room. • Do not dispose of battery pack in a fire.
5. Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour. • Do not touch the terminals of the battery, or cause a short between the terminals with a metal object.
• Do not peel or damage the battery label.

WARNING - Radio Frequency Interference

The Nintendo DS can emit radio waves that can affect the operation of nearby electronics, including
cardiac pacemakers.
• Do not operate the Nintendo DS within 9 inches of a pacemaker while using the wireless feature. Important Legal Information REV–E

• If you have a pacemaker or other implanted medical device, do not use the wireless feature of the
This Nintendo game is not designed for use with any unauthorized device. Use of any such device
Nintendo DS without first consulting your doctor or the manufacturer of your medical device.
will invalidate your Nintendo product warranty. Copying of any Nintendo game is illegal and is strictly
• Observe and follow all regulations and rules regarding use of wireless devices in locations such as
prohibited by domestic and international intellectual property laws. “Back-up” or “archival” copies are
hospitals, airports, and on board aircraft. Operation in those locations may interfere with or cause
not authorized and are not necessary to protect your software. Violators will be prosecuted.
malfunctions of equipment, with resulting injuries to persons or damage to property.
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VIDEO GAME SYSTEM.
Your Adventure Begins �������������������� 3 Various Items���������������������������������������13
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Starting the Game������������������������������� 6 Gym Leaders and Badges��������������� 17
The Menu Screen �������������������������������� 7 Communication������������������������������������18
About Battles���������������������������������������� 9 DS Wireless Communications�������18
Catching Pokémon������������������������������� 11 Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection���������� 23
Raising Pokémon���������������������������������� 11 Battle Frontier ����������������������������� 33
Buildings in Town���������������������������������12
This is the Platinum version of Pokémon, an extension of the Diamond and Pearl versions
with new story elements and expanded play features, including different types of
Pokémon. Pokémon Platinum Version can communicate with the Diamond and Pearl
versions and Pokémon Battle Revolution using Nintendo DS Wireless Communications.
It can also be linked to the Ruby, Sapphire, FireRed, LeafGreen, and Emerald versions
using the Dual Slot function of the Nintendo DS. It is not possible to communicate with
the Red, Blue, Yellow, Gold, Silver, or Crystal versions. This product is also NOT compatible
with Pokémon Stadium or Pokémon Stadium 2 for the Nintendo 64, nor Pokémon
NEED HELP PLAYING A GAME? Colosseum, Pokémon XD, or Pokémon Box for the Nintendo GameCube.
Recorded tips for many titles are available on Nintendo’s Power Line at * It is also not compatible with Pokémon Battle e-Cards or the WiiWare title My Pokémon Ranch.
(425) 885-7529. This may be a long-distance call, so please ask * The Dual Slot function is available only with Nintendo DS and Nintendo DS Lite.
permission from whoever pays the phone bill.

If the information you need is not on the Power Line, you may want to try
using your favorite Internet search engine to find tips for the game you your adventure begins
are playing. Some helpful words to include in the search, along with the In this world live creatures called Pokémon. Humans and Pokémon have lived,
game’s title, are: “walk through,” “FAQ,” “codes,” and “tips.” worked, and played together in harmony for ages. Nevertheless, there are still
numerous mysteries surrounding them. In order to find out more about these
creatures, many scientists—such as Professor Rowan of Sandgem Town—have
dedicated their lives to Pokémon research.
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© 2009 Pokémon. © 1995-2009 Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK inc.
TM, ®, and the Nintendo DS logo are trademarks of Nintendo. © 2009 Nintendo.
All rights reserved.
 One day you and your friend decide to travel to nearby Sandgem Town. You plan on
asking the famous Professor Rowan to give you each a Pokémon. However, outside
basic controls
your hometown, the grass grows wild, and so do the Pokémon living in that grass.
You both know that it’s dangerous to walk in the grass without Pokémon of your Top Screen
Mark
own to protect you, but your friend says he’s got a plan to keep you both safe...
Y Button
* In Pokémon Platinum Version, you can choose from either a boy or girl character. No matter X Button
which one you choose, there is no difference in the story. However, it is recommended that
you choose a character with the same gender as yours. L Button R Button
* Pokémon Platinum Version uses the clock feature of the Nintendo DS system. Please do not Microphone
change the Nintendo DS system you are using or change the time setting of your Nintendo
DS system. This will affect many aspects of your game, including Berry growth, lucky- Control Pad A Button
B Button
number drawings, massages, and the Pal Park.
START
OBJECT OF THE GAME Touch Screen SELECT
The Sinnoh region is filled with many strange and mysterious wonders. Your * Closing the Nintendo DS while playing will automatically put it into Sleep Mode. Opening the
adventure will mature you as a Trainer and have you cross paths with many people. Nintendo DS will resume the game.
Only with the help of friends and the cooperation of your Pokémon will you be able to Control Pad. . . . Move around in the field or move the cursor on menu screens.
complete this daring adventure. A Button. . . . . . . . . . . Select a command, talk to a person in front of you, check out an item in front
of you, or scroll through text.
Catch Many Different Pokémon! B Button. . . . . . . . . . . Return to the previous screen or cancel a command.
One major goal is to complete your Pokédex by collecting lots of different kinds of * If you have the Running Shoes, you can run while holding down the B Button.
Pokémon. When you catch a Pokémon, its data will automatically be recorded in your
X Button. . . . . . . . . . . Open the Menu (see page 7).
Pokédex. Visit Professor Rowan every once in a while to have him rate how complete
your Pokédex is. Y Button. . . . . . . . . . . Use a Key Item that you have Registered (see page 15).
* In order to catch all the Pokémon in the Sinnoh region and complete your Pokédex, you must L or R Button. . . . . . Cycle through selections when available (cannot be used if you set button mode to L=A).
trade with the Diamond and Pearl versions, as well as with other Pokémon versions. Work START . . . . . . . . . . . . . Start the game, move the cursor, or quit the slot machine.
together with your friends to get your Pokédex as complete as possible!
SELECT. . . . . . . . . . . . Organize or switch items.
Become the Best Trainer Ever! Mark . . . . . . . . . . . The top square means top screen, and the bottom square means Touch Screen.
Another goal is to improve your skills as a Pokémon Trainer. During your adventures, When this is displayed in red, it means control has moved to the Touch Screen.
you’ll battle wild Pokémon, as well as other Trainers. Both types of battle will help you When displayed in blue, it means to pay attention to the top screen.
and your Pokémon become stronger. There are also Pokémon Gyms in the Sinnoh The Touch Screen is used at various times during your adventure. When control
region, each of which has a very talented Trainer known as the Gym Leader. Only has moved to the Touch Screen, touch or slide icons for control according to the
04 those who defeat the Gym Leaders will be accepted as true Trainers. It will be a tough situation. In this Instruction Booklet, an orange frame surrounds the top screen and 05
fight, but you must be brave and charge into battle! a red frame surrounds the Touch Screen.
 starting the game Continue
Continue playing from the last place you saved (see page 8).
1. Make sure the Nintendo DS system is turned off. Insert the Pokémon Platinum
* “CONTINUE” will be added to the Start Menu after you save the game.
Game Card into the Game Card slot on the back of the system and push until it
Saving the game can be done by selecting “SAVE” on the Menu Screen
clicks into place. (see page 8).
2. After you turn the power on, the Health and Safety Screen is displayed. After fully
reading the information, touch the Touch Screen to continue. Deleting Your Saved Game
3. Touch the Pokémon Platinum panel on the Nintendo DS Menu Screen to start To delete your saved game, go to the title screen, and then simultaneously press
the game. Up on the Control Pad, SELECT, and the B Button. Once your saved data is
* If you set the Nintendo DS system to Auto Mode, the game will automatically start after the deleted, it CANNOT be restored. Please be careful when deleting your saved data.
Health and Safety Screen is displayed. For more information, please check the Instruction (All Pokémon and items will be deleted.)
Booklet of your Nintendo DS.
4. Press the A Button or START on the title screen to start the game.
the menu screen
Starting a New Game Press the X Button to bring up the Menu Screen.
At first, Professor Rowan will explain the game to you. When you * Some selections will be added to the Menu Screen by progressing through the adventure.
are done reading, select “NO INFO NEEDED” and press the A Button.
Pokédex
* Only one game may be saved at a time (one main character). If you
select “NEW GAME” and already have a saved game, you will not be Information is recorded here about Pokémon you see and catch.
able to save. You will need to delete your saved data if you would like Use the Touch Screen or Control Pad for control. “SEARCH
to restart the game from the beginning (see page 7). POKéMON” will enable you to search for Pokémon by alphabetical
or numerical order. In addition to reviewing a Pokémon’s data, you
Choose Your Gender and Name can listen to their cries, check out where they live, or see how
Select your gender. Use the Control Pad to highlight one, then press the A Button to large they are compared to you.
decide. Then, enter a name for your character. To enter a name, touch a letter on the
Touch Screen, or use the Control Pad to highlight a letter and press the A Button. If Pokémon
you make a mistake, touch “BACK” or press the B Button to go back one letter. When View information on the Pokémon in your party, or change their
you’ve finished entering your name, select “OK” to start your journey! order. Use the Control Pad to highlight a Pokémon, and press
* To protect your privacy, do not give out personal information such as last name, phone the A Button to check the Summary of a Pokémon or switch the
number, birth date, age, school, email, or home address when communicating with others order of a Pokémon in your party. If a Pokémon has learned a
or use such personal information in areas that will be seen by others. hidden move (see page 14), it can be selected for use here.
* Remember, your gender and name cannot be changed later.
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 Bag about battles
You can store your items here. Items are automatically divided in your bag. Touch the
There are two kinds of battles. One is when you fight against wild Pokémon, and the
Touch Screen or press Left or Right on the Control Pad to change screens.
other is when you battle other Pokémon Trainers. When a battle starts, the Pokémon
Arranging Items in the Bag on the top left of your Party Pokémon will appear first. If you win the battle, each
Open your Bag, move the cursor to an item you want to move, and press SELECT. Next, move the Pokémon that participated in the battle will receive a share of the Experience Points
cursor to the place where you want to move the item, and then press SELECT or the A Button.
(see page 11). However, if all your Pokémon faint, you will lose the battle, lose some of
You cannot move an item to a different pocket.
your money, and be returned to the last Pokémon Center you used.
Your Name (Trainer Card)
Fighting Wild Pokémon and Battling Pokémon Trainers
View your own Trainer Card. On the front it displays information such as your ID
Number, the amount of money you have, the number of Pokémon you’ve seen, and how When you pass through places where Pokémon live, such as caves and grassy areas,
long you’ve been playing. By pressing the A Button, you can also see the back side. wild Pokémon may attack. When they do, you can use a Poké Ball (or another type of
After having traded or fought, it will display how many times you’ve traded Pokémon Ball) to catch them (see page 11).
and your battle record with friends. You can also view the Gym Leaders you have If you make eye contact with a Trainer, or walk in front of one, the Trainer will challenge
defeated and Badges you have obtained by touching the Touch Screen. you to a battle. You cannot run from a battle against a fellow Pokémon Trainer. The battle
will continue until one of you loses all of your Pokémon. If you are victorious, you will be
Save
rewarded with prize money.
You can save your game at any time, except during a battle or * You cannot capture an opponent’s Pokémon.
Contest. By choosing “CONTINUE” on the Start Menu, you can
continue playing from the last place you saved (see page 7). During a battle against a Trainer, the number of Pokémon you each have will be indicated
by a symbol. To win the battle, defeat all of your opponent’s Pokémon.
* Do not turn the Nintendo DS system off or remove the Nintendo DS
Game Card until the game has finished saving. The Battle Screen
* Warning! If you select “NEW GAME” and already have a saved game, you
Gender of Opponent’s Pokémon Level of Opponent’s Pokémon
will not be able to save (see page 7).
Name of Pokémon’s Name
Options Opponent’s Pokémon
Pokémon’s Gender
Change certain game settings, such as Text Speed and Battle Style. Press Up and Pokémon you’ve
caught will have Pokémon’s Level
Down on the Control Pad to select a setting, then press Left and Right on the
a symbol Pokémon’s HP
Control Pad to change it. After any settings are changed, select “CLOSE” on the
bottom of the menu and select “YES” using the A Button to save the changes. Select Experience Points
HP of
“NO” to cancel changes. Opponent’s Pokémon
* If Battle Animations are ”OFF,” the actions of Pokémon during battle will be displayed only by
text on the screen. HP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pokémon’s health. When its HP reaches 0, the Pokémon faints
and can’t battle anymore.
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Experience Points . . . . . Displays the Experience Points in the current level. When the gauge
Press either the X Button or B Button to close the Menu Screen. becomes full, the Pokémon’s level goes up (see page 11).
 Your Party Pokémon Opponent’s Party
Pokémon (not catching pokémon
displayed when
fighting wild You can catch wild Pokémon with Poké Balls (see page 13). While in battle, touch “BAG”
Pokémon) or select it by using the Control Pad and pressing the A Button, then select “POKé
BALLS.” Select a Poké Ball you want to use and throw it at the Pokémon to try to catch
it. After you have caught the Pokémon, you can give it a nickname.
Fight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Display the Pokémon’s Moves. Select one to attack. Each Move can be
used a particular number of times. When PP reaches 0, the Pokémon * If your Pokémon party is full with six Pokémon, the new Pokémon will automatically be
can’t use that Move anymore. transferred to Someone’s PC (the Pokémon Storage System).
Bag. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Open your Bag. Gain access to helpful items. Where to Find Pokémon
Run. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Attempt to escape from a battle. You cannot run from a battle against Pokémon inhabit caves and areas with tall grass. Certain Pokémon only appear in the
a Trainer. morning or in the late evening. Water-type Pokémon might appear when you are
Pokémon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Switch Pokémon or look at a Pokémon’s summary. crossing a lake or ocean by using the HM Surf. You can also use a Fishing Rod by the water,
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Watch for shaking Poké Balls as they contain Pokémon that are close to or while crossing water, to catch some Pokémon. Press the A Button when “!” appears.
gaining a level.
Tips for Catching Pokémon
Pokémon (Switch Pokémon) You must first weaken the Pokémon by attacking it until its HP is low. It will also be easier to catch
the Pokémon if you put it to Sleep, Poison it, and so on.
Touch “POKéMON” or select “POKéMON” by using the Control Pad and pressing the
A Button. On the next screen, choose the Pokémon you want to switch, then confirm
by selecting “SHIFT. raising pokémon
When Status Is Affected Experience Points
When your Pokémon gets hit by an opponent’s attack, your Pokémon’s status might be When you win a battle, Experience Points are given to Pokémon that fought in the battle.
affected. However, you can use your items to help your Pokémon recover. Alternatively, When the Experience Point gauge fills completely, a Pokémon’s level goes up. When a
you can take it to a Pokémon Center where it will recover completely. Pokémon gains a level, its stats get higher, and it might learn a new Move.
Poison. . . . . . . . . . . . . Gradually decreases HP during the battle. If the Poison isn’t cured, HP will Tips on Raising Pokémon
continue to decrease even after the battle is finished. Place the Pokémon whose level you want to raise in the first slot of your Pokémon party.
* When affected by Poison, the screen will shake and a sound will be heard. Immediately switch to another Pokémon as soon as you enter a battle. As long as you win the
Confuse. . . . . . . . . . . If a confused Pokémon uses a Move during battle, there is a chance it could battle, even the Pokémon that didn’t fight will receive a portion of the Experience Points. By
attack itself. The Pokémon will recover when it goes back to its Poké Ball. repeating these steps, you can slowly but steadily increase the level of a weak Pokémon.
Faint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . When its HP reaches 0, the Pokémon faints and can no longer battle.
Pokémon Evolution
There are other status problems, such as Paralyze, Sleep, Frozen, Burn, and so on.
There are some Pokémon that evolve and change form as they grow. A Pokémon can
10 evolve when its level increases, through the use of certain items, if it is traded (see 11
page 19), and so on.
 A Pokémon Egg Battle Frontier
If you leave a couple of your Pokémon at the Day Care you find along your journey, you Once you have defeated the Elite Four and the Pokémon Champion, you can visit the
may return to find an Egg. Eggs will hatch if you keep them in your party long enough. Battle Frontier, a place for Pokémon battles. You can also team up and battle with
friends using DS Wireless Communications at the Battle Frontier (see page 33).
buildings in town
There are many different buildings and houses in the Sinnoh region. As you walk various items
around, be sure to check out everything and chat with everyone you meet. You There are various kinds of items in the Sinnoh region. Items can be obtained by
might find some useful information. buying them at stores and finding them during your journey.
Pokémon Center (PC)
Items
The people here will heal your injured Pokémon for free. You can
also use the PC here. A Pokémon Center is the most useful place a Items that improve Pokémon stats, relate to Pokémon evolution, and so on are listed here.
Pokémon Trainer can visit! Repel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Prevents weak wild Pokémon from attacking for up to 100 steps.
* Communication play can be done with your friends on 2F and B1F of a
Medicine
Pokémon Center (see page 18).
These items heal Pokémon or cure Pokémon status problems.
Healing Your Pokémon and PC
Potion. . . . . . . . . . . . . Restores Pokémon HP by 20.
Give your Pokémon to the lady behind the counter to completely recover their HP and
PP. Your Pokémon will also recover completely if they have fainted, are poisoned, and Antidote . . . . . . . . . . Cures poisoned Pokémon.
so on. Poké Balls
By using a PC, you can store or withdraw your Pokémon. Also, you can store Mail, edit These are necessary for catching Pokémon. Use the different Poké Balls creatively,
the Ball Capsule, or get Professor Rowan to rate your current Pokédex. depending on the types of Pokémon you encounter, to increase your chance of
* PCs can be found in other buildings besides a Pokémon Center. catching them.
Poké Mart Poké Ball. . . . . . . . . . Catches wild Pokémon.
Here, you can buy items that can help you on your adventure. Poké Marts in different TMs & HMs
towns sometimes sell different things. Also, the number of Badges you have will affect
Both Technical and Hidden Machines allow your Pokémon to learn new Moves. A
what you can buy.
Technical Machine (TM) can be used only once, but you can use a Hidden Machine (HM)
Super Contest as often as you like. Different types of Pokémon will be able to learn different Moves.
The Pokémon Super Contest is held someplace in the Sinnoh region. This Contest There are Moves that can be used both in battle and in the field. They can even be used
allows Pokémon to compete using their charms. There are five competition categories in the field when the Pokémon who has learned the Move has fainted. Note that HM
to choose from: Cool, Beauty, and so on. Your Pokémon will compete through three Moves cannot be used in the field until you obtain certain Gym Badges.
12 types of Contest: Visual, Dance, and Acting. You can even compete against friends 13
using DS Wireless Communications (see page 22).
 Hidden Moves Key Items
Cut. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Instantly cuts down trees that block the road. Important items for your adventure. Some can be obtained during your journey.
Fly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Instantly returns you to a town you’ve previously visited.
Pal Pad. . . . . . . . . . . . Check friends you battled or traded with (see page 24).
Moves Town Map. . . . . . . . . Map of Sinnoh region.
Flash. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lights up dark caves. Fashion Case. . . . . Keep Pokémon Accessories.
Explorer Kit. . . . . . . Provides access to the Underground (see page 21).
Berries
Vs. Recorder . . . . . Record videos of battles you’ve had.
Berries can be given to Pokémon to hold or they can be used as ingredients in making
Poffins. Picking Berries makes the plant disappear, but you can plant Berries to grow Vs. Recorder
more of them. Records a video of battles you’ve had with friends over Nintendo ® Wi-Fi Connection, or
Oran Berry. . . . . . . A Pokémon holding this Berry will use it during a battle to restore some HP. battles you’ve had in the Battle Frontier (see page 33). You can show off your Battle
Videos to other Trainers by visiting the Battle Video Corner on the third floor of the
Poffins Global Terminal (see page 31).
Poffins are sweets that increase the Condition of your Pokémon. A higher-level Poffin * You can only save one of your own battles as a Battle Video. Saving
increases Condition more. If its Condition is high, a Pokémon will enjoy greater ratings in another Battle Video will overwrite your previous video, so please use
a Pokémon Contest (see page 12). You will need the Poffin Case, obtained during your caution. You can save up to three Battle Videos from other Trainers.
journey, before you can start making Poffins. * Wireless router and broadband access required for online play.
First, select the Berry to cook into a Poffin, and then touch the Touch Screen to stir the Save a Battle Video of a Battle Against a Friend
Pot in the direction of the arrow. At first, stirring too fast will cause the batter to
After battling a friend, you will see the message, “Press the A Button to save a Battle
overflow. Later on, stirring too slowly will cause the Poffin to burn. The fewer overflows
Video of this battle.” Press the A Button to save the Battle Video to your Vs. Recorder.
and burns you have while creating a Poffin, the better it will be! Because each Pokémon
has its favorite Poffin, try feeding various kinds of Poffins to your Pokémon. Save a Battle Video at the Battle Frontier
After the battle, you will see the screen to the right. Select ”RECORD,” and then ”YES” to
Mail save the Battle Video.
Give Mail to your Pokémon to hold. Trade Pokémon holding Mail with friends to
Watch Saved Battle Videos
exchange letters.
Select the Vs. Recorder from the KEY ITEMS Pocket. Touch the
Air Mail. . . . . . . . . . . . Stationery that features a colorful design and letters. Touch Screen, then when you see the screen to the right, touch “MY
VIDEO” to view your Battle Video, or touch “OTHER VIDEOS” to watch
Battle Items
other Trainers’ videos you have saved by visiting the Global Terminal
Items that can be used to give you the advantage in battle. (see page 26). Next, touch the button to play back the video.
X Attack. . . . . . . . . . . Raises the Attack stat of a Pokémon in battle. Delete Records
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Delete Battle Videos that you have saved. To do so, select the video you’d like to delete,
and touch “YES.”
 migrate pokémon from the gba
* Pokémon that are holding Mail or have learned a hidden move cannot migrate.
You can migrate Pokémon caught in the Game Boy™ Advance Pokémon series: * The Pokémon migrated will disappear from their original GBA Pokémon series Game Pak.
Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, FireRed, and LeafGreen versions (referred to Please be careful. Once migrated, Pokémon will never be able to go back to their original
collectively below as GBA Pokémon series), to Pokémon Platinum Version. The GBA Pokémon series Game Pak.
migrated Pokémon show up in the Pal Park. You will be able to catch them there. The Pal Park has a competition to see how quickly you can catch six Pokémon.
* To migrate Pokémon, you’ll need to have obtained the National Pokédex in Pokémon Platinum You are given six Park Balls upon entering the competition. Pokémon migrated
Version. You can do this by making sure you see all the Pokémon listed in the Pokémon
will appear in the Pal Park. Throw your Park Balls to catch six Pokémon. How well
Platinum Sinnoh Pokédex.
you score depends on how long it takes you to catch all six Pokémon.
How to Migrate Your GBA Pokémon * New Pokémon cannot be migrated until you finish catching the six Pokémon already in the
Make sure that the Nintendo DS system is turned off. Insert Pal Park.
the Pokémon Platinum Version Game Card into the Game Card Only Six Pokémon Can Migrate per Day
slot on the back of the system and push until it clicks into place. When you see the message “Pokémon cannot be made to migrate
Then insert a GBA Pokémon series Game Pak into the Game Pak for 24 hours,” you cannot migrate Pokémon to the Pal Park for 24
slot of the Nintendo DS system and push until it clicks into place. hours, even if you change the Nintendo DS’s clock settings or try to
play Pokémon Platinum Version in a different Nintendo DS system.
Turn the power on and touch the Pokémon Platinum panel on
When you see the screen shown at the right, select “YES,” and wait
the Nintendo DS Menu Screen to start the game. 24 hours.
Select “Migrate From (version name)” on the Start Menu.
* The screen on the right shows when Pokémon Emerald Version is used. gym leaders and badges
Touch “YES” when you are asked if you would like to migrate Pokémon from
There is a Leader in every Pokémon Gym. If you are able to beat a Gym Leader, you’ll
(your name)’s (version name) Game Pak. Touch “YES” when you see the message
receive an official Pokémon League Badge as evidence of your impressive victory.
“Pokémon CANNOT be returned to the Game Boy Advance Game Pak. Make
Wearing these badges allows you to use HM Moves that previously could not be used
Pokémon migrate to the Pokémon Platinum Game Card?” to complete the migration. in the field, even if your Pokémon had learned them. The number of Badges you obtain
The Pokémon you can migrate will be displayed. Touch a Pokémon to select and determines what level of traded Pokémon will follow your orders.
touch again to deselect. You can only migrate six Pokémon a day (24 hours) per 0.... up to Lv. 10 2.... up to Lv. 30 4.... up to Lv. 50
Game Pak. The game will automatically proceed once you select six Pokémon 6.... up to Lv. 70 8.... any level
to migrate.
Allows you to use Rock Smash, even when outside of battle
Once you touch “YES,” the Pokémon will migrate to Pokémon
Platinum Version, as seen on the screen to the right. Touch Oreburgh City Gym / Roark Coal Badge
“NO” to cancel if you decide not to migrate. After you choose Allows you to use Cut, even when outside of battle
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“YES,” restart the game and visit the Pal Park to see the
Pokémon you’ve migrated. Eterna City Gym / Gardenia Forest Badge
 Trade
communication
Trade Pokémon with your friends. Talk to other players to offer to
You can connect to nearby Nintendo DS systems using Nintendo DS Wireless trade Pokémon. Also, you can receive offers from other players to
Communications. You can also connect to a person who lives far away by using trade Pokémon. When players agree to trade, the screen on the
Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection (Nintendo WFC). Please check the following pages for right will be displayed.
more information. Select a Pokémon you want to offer for trade using the Control
* Please note, while Pokémon Platinum Version can communicate with Diamond and Pearl Pad. Select “TRADE” when you have decided which Pokémon to trade.
versions, there are some wireless features that are exclusive to Pokémon Platinum Version.
Once you and the other player have selected Pokémon to offer for a trade, select “YES”
DS Wireless Communications (Connect to Nearby Nintendo DS Systems) and press the A Button to complete the trade.
On the second floor of a Pokémon Center, you’ll find the Union Room counter, Colosseum * Pokémon that evolve by being traded will evolve at this time.
counter, and Trainer Sign reception (where you can sign the back of your Trainer Card). Choose “Quit” after trading to return to the Union Room.
* Pokémon are saved once the trade has been completed.
Pokémon Wireless Club Union Room
The Union Room is a room where people can gather to enjoy Give a Pokémon an item to hold before trading it!
battles, trade Pokémon, and chat with each other. You need to You can give an item to your Pokémon to hold before trading. By doing this, you are essentially
check in at the Union Room counter and save your game before trading items using Pokémon. Remember, certain Pokémon will evolve when they are traded
holding certain items.
entering. Once inside, press the A Button while facing someone to
speak to that person. There are various Features you can enjoy in Mix Records (Up to 5 Players)
the Union Room, including Chat. You can exchange your own various records with up to four
* If you trade Pokémon, you will be given the option to add the player friends. Once your records are mixed with those of your friends,
you trade with to your Pal Pad (see page 24). the records of those friends have a chance to be broadcast on TV
Touch to
Greet change colors. in the game. To mix records, talk to the person you would like to mix
Show your Trainer Card to each other. Press Choose from your records with. You can also accept offers to mix records with
the B Button to end. three kinds other players. Once each player is ready to mix, the screen on the
of pens. right will be displayed.
Draw Draw here. Other players can also take part in record mixing if they are in the Union Room.
Draw a picture with up to five friends. The people The player listed at the top of the list needs to press the A Button after all players
participating will be displayed on the top screen. participating in record mixing have entered. After mixing is completed, all players return
Quit drawing.
Battle to the Union Room.
For a Single Battle (see page 21), choose two Pokémon
that are Lv. 30 or under. After choosing your Pokémon, select
“CONFIRM” to start the battle.
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* You need at least two or more Pokémon that are Level 30 or below
in your party in order to participate in a Union Room battle.
 Spin Trade (Up to 5 Players) Pokémon Communication Club Colosseum (2 or 4 Players)
*Pokémon Platinum Version only Two or four players can do battle here. First choose a type of battle, and then select a
Trade Pokémon Eggs with friends. You won’t know whose Egg Cup. Different Cups set rules for which Pokémon can participate in the battle. You can
you’ll get until the trade has finished. To do a Spin Trade, talk to the use any Pokémon if you select “NO RESTRICTIONS.”
person you would like to trade with. You can also accept offers * You are given the option to register the player you battled in your Pal Pad after battling
to Spin Trade with other players. Once each player is ready to (see page 24).
trade, the screen on the right will be displayed. Other players can
also take part in the Spin Trade if they are in the Union Room. The Two-Player Battle
player at the top of the list needs to press the A Button after all Single Battle. . . . . . Use one Pokémon each for the battle.
players participating in the Spin Trade have entered. Double Battle. . . . . Use two Pokémon each for the battle.
During the Spin Trade, touch the Touch Screen to spin the Eggs Mix Battle. . . . . . . . . Choose three Pokémon. Each Trainer chooses one of the
around. After the Spin Trade is completed, all players return to Bonus Area opponent’s Pokémon, mixes them with his or her party,
the Union Room. The fun is in not knowing what kind of Pokémon If your Egg lands on and then battles the other Trainer.
a spotted area, you’ll
Egg you’ve received until the Pokémon hatches! receive a Berry! Decide who will “BECOME LEADER” after saving the game.
Chat (Everyone in the Union Room) The other player will need to select “JOIN GROUP.” After
You can send messages to the people who are in the Union Room. selecting your opponent, press the A Button to confirm.
Press the X Button to bring up the Union Room menu and select A battle will begin after each player steps on the correct
“CHAT” listed at the top. Create a message by selecting a word spots located on the right and left sides of the room. When you
for each text box. When is displayed, you can switch the play a Mix Battle, the battle will start after choosing a Pokémon to switch. To quit a
sentence by pressing Left and Right on the Control Pad. battle, select “RUN.” You can leave the Colosseum by using the exit at the bottom of
Words that can be entered in the text box are categorized by the room.
topic groups. Select a text box by using the Control Pad and pressing the A Button.
Next, choose a topic group. When you choose a group by pressing the A Button, Four-Player Battle
you’ll find words related to that group. Touch the Touch Screen to switch the list Multi Battle. . . . . . . Four players will be split into two teams. Each player uses one Pokémon.
between the following two modes. * You cannot enter the Colosseum without each player having three or more Pokémon in his
or her party.
Group Mode . . . . . . Search for a word based on the topic groups.
ABC Mode. . . . . . . . . Search for a word in alphabetical order. When you send a
Underground (Up to 8 Players)
message, it will be displayed on the Touch Screen of You can play in the Underground. This is a broad tunnel complex spread beneath the
everyone in the Union Room. Sinnoh region. You will need the Explorer Kit, obtained during your journey, in order to
gain access to the Underground. Press the X Button to see Menu options.
Leaving the Union Room
Step onto the yellow circle to exit the Union Room. Traps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Place a Trap. You can also dig holes into the wall using the Digger Drill. You can
20 rescue someone from a Trap by talking to them. 21
Spheres. . . . . . . . . . . If you bury Spheres, they will grow.
 Goods . . . . . . . . . . . . . Items used to decorate your Secret Base are stored here.
Making Poffins (Up to 4 Players)
Treasures. . . . . . . . Treasure you have found is stored here. Make Poffins with your friends (see page 14). Speak to the lady at
Your Name. . . . . . . . Check your records for the Underground. the Poffin House near the Contest Hall. Then, choose “IN A GROUP”
Go Up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Return to above ground. when the screen on the right is displayed. After saving, decide who
will become the leader, and then have everyone else choose “JOIN
Secret Base
GROUP.” The Poffin making begins when all the players are ready.
You can create your own Secret Base wherever
Radar
you like. All you have to do is use the Digger Drill The red dot is
Communication Error
while facing a wall. You can decorate your Secret you. The red In some cases, there is a chance an error, such as on the screen
Base with goods you have collected by using the square is your on the right, might occur during communication. In such cases,
PC inside the Secret Base. Secret Base. press the A Button to return to the last place you saved.
Digging for Buried Treasure
Throughout the Underground are items buried within the walls. Watch the Radar Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection
for yellow dots. These are places where objects can be found. Once close to the
yellow Radar dots, touch the Touch Screen to ping the exact location of the Treasure. Using Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection (WFC), Pokémon Platinum Version will enable you to
Stand next to the wall where a dot was seen and press the A Button to start digging. connect with a friend and play over the Internet.
Obtain Spheres and Treasure by using the sledgehammer and pickax before the rock There are four ways to play over Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection.
wall collapses. • Battle, trade, cook Poffins, visit the Wi-Fi Plaza, or voice chat with friends who
you have registered to your Pal Pad. You can also battle with friends at the
Wall’s strength Battle Frontier (see page 33).
Sledgehammer
(strong digging power) • Trade your Pokémon with other Trainers at the Global Terminal, and view
Treasure Pickax records (see page 26).
(weak digging power) • Play games with other Trainers at the Wi-Fi Plaza and play with Tap Toys
(see page 32).

Super Contest (2 to 4 Players) • Battle with other Trainers in the Wi-Fi Battle Room in the Battle Tower

You can participate in the Contest with your friends (see page 12). (see page 33).
First, speak to the receptionist on the far left end of the room. * When you use Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, your Trainer name and Pokémon nicknames will be
Then, decide which category and which Pokémon you would like to shown to people all over the world. As players are free to choose their own names, we ask
compete with. Decide who will become the leader, and then have that you please refrain from using offensive language.
everyone else choose “JOIN GROUP.” The Contest begins when all * Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection may discontinue service at any time without warning. We ask for
22 the players are ready. your understanding. 23
 Setting Up Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection Register a Friend Code
To register a Friend Code your friend has given you, enter the friend’s name first, and then
You will need to establish a broadband Internet connection
enter his or her 12-digit Friend Code.
to use Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection. From the Start Menu,
* The Friend Code is designed as a safety precaution, allowing play only with people you personally
select “NINTENDO WFC SETTINGS” to access the Nintendo
know well. Posting your Friend Code on a Message Board, or trading it with strangers, can result in
Wi-Fi Connection configuration. Please see the Nintendo Wi-Fi receiving modified data or viewing offensive language. Please do not share your Friend Code with
Connection instruction booklet, available at www.nintendo.com/consumer/manuals, people that you do not know.
if you need directions on setting up your Nintendo DS.
Your Friend Code
* If you change the configuration of your Nintendo DS system and Pokémon Platinum Version,
you need to do the setup again to connect. The registration on the Pal Pad will also be deleted Check your own Friend Code.
(see page 25). * To receive your Friend Code, you must connect to Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection.
Start and continue your game. Visit either the Pokémon Wi-Fi Club at B1F of a * If you erase your saved game and start over from the beginning, your Friend Code will also be
Pokémon Center, the facilities in the Global Terminal, or the Battle Tower to obtain erased. Additionally, any Friend data you have registered in your Pal Pad will also be erased.
your own Friend Code. Pokémon Wi-Fi Club
* Without a Friend Code, you cannot connect to Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection. Speak with the receptionist at the center desk on the basement floor of any Pokémon
When You Cannot Connect Center. Once you have successfully connected to Nintendo WFC, you will see the Pokémon
Wi-Fi Club screen. From the Pokémon Wi-Fi Club, you can connect with others to battle,
If you are unable to connect to Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, you will
trade, cook Poffins, visit the Battle Frontier, play minigames at the Wi-Fi Plaza, and voice chat.
see an error code and message. Please see the Nintendo Wi-Fi
You will see your status on the top screen and your friend’s status on the Touch Screen.
Connection instruction booklet, available at www.nintendo.com/
* To turn voice chat ON or OFF, press the X Button.
consumer/manuals.
* Some games are only available for play between Pokémon Platinum Versions.
Pokémon Center (B1F) Your friend’s status will appear as follows:
Using Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, you can battle, trade, or voice chat with friends whose
Friend Codes you have registered in your Pal Pad (see page 25). . . . . . . . . . . Battle Invite/In Battle . . . . . . . . . . Plaza Game Invite/In Plaza Games

Pal Pad . . . . . . . . . . Trade Invite/Trading . . . . . . . . . . Voice Chatting/Voice Chat OFF

You can register the player who you battled or traded with using . . . . . . . . . . Cooking Invite/Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Standing By
DS Wireless Communications (see pages 18 and 21). You can also
. . . . . . . . . . Battle Frontier Invite/ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Have not yet met the play requirements.
manually enter the Friend Codes of your friends.
In Battle Frontier Please continue your adventure.
* You will not exchange Friend Codes after a Union Room battle.
Check Friend Roster If you touch a friend’s name on the Touch Screen, his or her play records and Battle
Check Friend Codes that you have registered. There are also details about your Frontier (see page 33) results will be displayed. Touch “CLOSE” or press the A Button
24 interactions with your friends. You can rewrite or delete the Friend Code names. or B Button to return. 25
Up to 32 Friend Codes can be registered in the Pal Pad. * Battle Frontier results will only be displayed after you have visited the Battle Frontier yourself.
 • Voice Chat (Chat with Friends Standing By)
Global Trade Station (GTS)
When you select a friend who is on standby, “VOICE CHAT” will let you have a conversation You can trade Pokémon with Trainers all over the world using Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection.
with that player by pressing the A Button and speaking into the microphone. Select it to To enter, speak with the receptionist at the GTS Reception Counter, and save your game.
start a voice chat session. Press the A Button or B Button and select “YES” if you would like When you see the screen shown on the lower right, select “YES.”
to end the voice chat session.
* You do not need to register Friend Codes to use the GTS.
* If the volume is too loud, reduce the volume on the Nintendo DS unit.
• Inviting Friends
When you want to find other people to interact with, go to the PC in the Pokémon Wi-Fi
Club and press the A Button. You can select the activity you’d like to invite others to
participate in from the menu that appears. When you want to cancel an invitation,
press the A Button or B Button and select “YES.”
• Apply (To Friends Offering an Invitation to Battle or Trade) Deposit Pokémon
Friends may invite others to battle or trade. This will be shown on the top screen. If you Deposit Pokémon you would like to offer for trade. The Pokémon will be traded if
would like to accept the Invitation, approach that friend and press the A Button to talk there is someone who accepts your conditions. Choose this option to start the GTS
to him or her. trading process.
Exiting the Pokémon Wi-Fi Club * Pokémon successfully traded through the GTS will not return.
To exit the Pokémon Wi-Fi Club, leave the room. Choose a Pokémon you would like to offer for trade from your
party or a Box. Use the Control Pad to move the cursor. Use
Global Terminal to scroll through Boxes.
You can view Trainer records and trade Pokémon with Trainers all over the world using * Only one Pokémon can be deposited at a time. Take back Pokémon if you
Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection and the Global Terminal located in Jubilife City. would like to offer different Pokémon for trade.
* Uploaded records may be erased without warning. Select a Pokémon you would like to receive for the Pokémon
1st Floor 2nd Floor 3rd Floor you have deposited. Once deposited, you are done for now.
Global Trade Station (page 27) Box Data (page 31) Battle Video (page 31) When someone accepts your conditions, your Pokémon will
Trainer Rankings (page 31) Dress-Up Data (page 31) automatically be traded.
Battle Video Rankings (page 31)
* Only Pokémon that are already recorded in your Pokédex can be
entered as conditions for a GTS trade.
To 2F
* Once you have deposited a Pokémon, you do not have to be connected to Nintendo WFC for
GTS Reception Counter
To 3F the trade to go through.
Geonet Battle Video Rankings * There is a chance a Pokémon might disappear if you don’t connect to the GTS for a long time.
Be sure to check your deposited Pokémon’s status once in a while.
26 27
Trainer Rankings * “SUMMARY” is displayed in the menu when a trade has not been made for your deposited
Pokémon. Choose “TAKE BACK” if you want to bring back the Pokémon.
 Seek Pokémon Wii Number Settings
You can search for Pokémon you want from the Pokémon First, add [email protected] to your Wii console’s
registered by people. Normally, only three Pokémon are found Address Book by selecting “Register” “Other.” Once the
per search regardless of how many Pokémon are registered address has been entered, return to the Wii Menu Screen.
by people. However, the number of Pokémon you can look for
increases a couple of days after a successful trade, and also after From the Start Menu on the Nintendo DS, select “Wii MESSAGE
you offer a Pokémon for trade. Enter the conditions of a Pokémon SETTINGS” and you will be shown the “Register Wii Number” screen.
you want to seek. Use the Control Pad to read the instructions.
* Only Pokémon that are already recorded in your Pokédex can be entered as conditions for Enter your Wii number, and reenter it a second time to
a GTS search. proceed to the confirmation screen. Connect to Nintendo
Enter the search criteria and select “SEARCH” to find a Pokémon that meets your WFC to register your Wii number. At the screen to the right,
conditions. If no Pokémon meet your conditions, “None were found” will be shown. select “YES.” A “Registration Code” will be sent to your Wii
If you find a Pokémon, touch the Trainer to check his or her conditions for trading console. Check your Wii for the Registration Code.
Pokémon, which is displayed on the top screen. * It may take some time for the Wii message to appear on your Wii Message Board.
If you have a Pokémon in your party that can meet the conditions, you can trade it. If * The Parental Control must be deactivated in order for the Registration Code to be sent to
you do not want to trade, press the B Button to cancel the trade. your Wii console.
Entering the Registration Code
Wii Message Settings
You will receive a Wii message containing a 7-digit Registration
If you select “Wii MESSAGE SETTINGS” and complete the setup, once Code. Enter the last 4 digits on the “Enter Registration Code”
your Pokémon have traded over the GTS you will receive a Wii screen. If there are no errors, your Wii number will be registered.
message on your Wii™ console (see page 29).
Example: 012–3456 Enter these digits

Protecting Your Wii Number

Once your Wii number has been registered, you will be asked to set a 4-digit Wii
number password to protect your Wii number. Enter any 4-digit number you like.
Do not forget your password.
* If you give your Game Card to another person or discard it, make sure to delete your
Wii number by going to the “Delete Wii Message Settings” screen.
Using Wii Messages
Some settings need to be changed on your Wii. In your Wii console’s Internet Settings,
WiiConnect24™ must be set to ON. For more information, please see the Wii Settings
28 and Data Management section of your Wii Operations Manual. 29
 For more information about finding your Wii number, please see the Wii Message Trainer Rankings *Pokémon Platinum Version Only
Board section of your Wii Operations Manual. When the Registration Code has You can view rankings of all the Trainers around the world, divided
been registered on your DS, the nickname color will change in your Wii console’s into teams and ranked by different categories. Your personal
Address Book. results will automatically be sent to your team. Face the rankings
machine and press the A Button to connect to Nintendo WFC and
start up the Vs. Recorder. You can see this week’s and last week’s
results. When you are finished, touch “CANCEL” to exit.
Slide to scroll up
Viewing the Rankings and down through
Checking Your Wii Number the rankings.
You can check the Wii number you’ve registered by going to the Ranking type Switch ranking type.
“Check Wii Number” screen. Once you’ve entered your password,
Team search Change team
your Wii number will be displayed. criteria search criteria.
* If you’ve forgotten your password, your Wii number cannot be viewed. Your team
If this happens, select “Delete Wii Message Settings” to erase the Ranking Return to the
registered Wii number, and re-register the Wii number from the previous screen.
“Register Wii Number” screen.
Set Wii Message Reception Battle Video *Pokémon Platinum Version Only
Select whether or not you would like to be contacted by Wii message once your trade has Send your own Battle Videos and view other Trainers’ Battle Videos. Battle Videos will
gone through the GTS. Selecting “YES” will set your Wii message to “Register.” Selecting “NO” be assigned a 12-digit number. You can pass this number on to friends so that they can
will set your Wii message to “Don’t Register,” so the next time you use the GTS you will not find your Battle Video.
receive a Wii message.
Battle Video Rankings *Pokémon Platinum Version Only
Delete Wii Message Settings Battle Videos are ranked in order of popularity.
Selecting “YES” will erase your Wii number and the password.
Box Data *Pokémon Platinum Version Only
Geonet Show off a PC Box full of Pokémon. Select your favorite wallpaper and arrange your
At Geonet in the Global Terminal, you can view a map of the locations Pokémon according to a favorite theme, and upload your data for all to see. You can
of all the friends you have met around the world. First, register also view other Trainers’ Box Data.
your location on the map. Use the Control Pad to move up and
down, and press the A Button to select. Dress-Up Data *Pokémon Platinum Version Only
* Once you’ve completed registration, your location cannot be changed. Display Pokémon Dress-Up photos taken on the second floor of Jubilife TV. You can also
Using Geonet, you can view the location information for all the friends you have met view other Trainers’ Dress-Up Data.
30 around the world. Move the cursor over a point and press the X Button to view the 31
location name.
 Wi-Fi Plaza * Pokémon Platinum Version Only Battle Frontier (Play over Nintendo DS Wireless Communications/Nintendo WFC)
The Wi-Fi Plaza is a facility where you can interact with Pokémon Trainers from all The Battle Frontier is only accessible after you have beaten the Elite Four and the Pokémon
over the world. You can chat and play Plaza Games, or play with Tap Toys. The Champion. It’s an area with five facilities for Pokémon Battles, each with its own unique rules.
Wi-Fi Plaza is a place that you can only play in for a set period of time each time you On your own, you can compete in Single or Double Battles, or you can connect with a friend
connect. When closing time approaches, a fireworks display is shown, and you can and try a Multi Battle. When you win a battle at the Battle Frontier, you are awarded BP (Battle
join a Parade. Points). When you team up with a friend, you can earn even more BP than usual. Collect BP to
trade for items or Scratch-Off Cards.
Entering the Wi-Fi Plaza and Playing with Tap Toys
* To do a Multi Battle with a friend over Nintendo WFC, enter the Wi-Fi Club (see page 25) and
Talk to the receptionist at the far left counter in the basement of any Pokémon Center. select the Battle Frontier. Both you and your friend will need to have Pokémon Platinum
Once you have successfully connected, you will be taken to the Wi-Fi Plaza. Version to compete in a Multi Battle this way.
Upon entering the Wi-Fi Plaza, you will be loaned a Tap Toy. While Battle Tower
you are in the Wi-Fi Plaza, your Tap Toy will be displayed on the
Select three of your own Pokémon for a Single Battle or four Pokémon for a Double
Touch Screen. Touching the Tap Toy will produce a sound or light
Battle. You can also compete in a Multi Battle by yourself at the Battle Tower. You can
effect. You can trade Tap Toys with other Trainers and upgrade
connect with Trainers all over the world to battle.
your Tap Toy by playing Plaza Games. If you would like to disconnect
from the Wi-Fi Plaza before closing time, please exit through the Wi-Fi Battle Room
point where you entered the Plaza. In this facility, you can battle Trainers over Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection. Beat all seven
Trainers in the room to earn BP. If you continue to win, your rank will go up and you’ll
General-Inquiries Counter/Visitor Profiles/Plaza News/ face tougher Trainers. Aim for the toughest Trainer!
Footprint Stamp/Plaza Survey At the counter, select “CHALLENGE” and select the three Pokémon you’d like
The general-inquiries counter in the center of the Wi-Fi Plaza can give you information to enter.
regarding any of the Wi-Fi Plaza features. You can see the location of any of the * Eggs and select Pokémon cannot be entered.
Pokémon Trainers currently in the Wi-Fi Plaza by checking the Visitor Profiles. The
Plaza News will show you how much time is left at the Wi-Fi Plaza, how many people
Connect to Nintendo WFC and select a Battle Room, and then select “YES.”
are connected, and the latest survey topic. You can stamp your Pokémon’s footprints Your battle against the Trainers will begin.
on the footprint panel in either black or white. The Plaza Survey results will be Once the battle is over, you will be asked if you would like to
displayed once the closing time of the Wi-Fi Plaza draws near. upload the results over Nintendo WFC. If you select “YES,”
your results will be uploaded and the data will be reflected
Plaza Games in the other Trainers you fight from then on. If you select “NO,”
There are three Plaza Games, for two to four players. At the game’s entrance, select your results will not be sent.
“JOIN” to join the game and put out an invitation for other players. Once four players
have joined, or if at least two players have joined within the time limit, the Plaza Game * You can also compete in Single and Double Battles from the center counter
without connecting to Nintendo WFC.
will start.
32 You’ll also enjoy exploring the Battle Hall, Battle Factory, Battle Castle, and 33
Battle Arcade!
 Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection allows multiple Pokémon Platinum Version owners
to play together over the Internet—even when separated by long distances.
• To play Nintendo DS games over the Internet, you must first set up the Nintendo
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For additional information on Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, setting up your Nintendo DS, set forth in a revised version of this Agreement.
or a list of available Internet hotspots, visit www.nintendo.com/games/wifi (USA, Further, you agree not to post, reveal or otherwise make available any personal information, such as your real name, birth date, age,
Canada, and Latin America) or call 1-800-895-1672 (USA/Canada only). location, e-mail address or any other personally identifiable information (“Personal Information”), on or through the Service, as any
Personal Information provided by you may be visible to others.

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 TERMS OF USE AGREEMENT (cont.) TERMS OF USE AGREEMENT (cont.)
Submissions Access to Third Party Content
All User Content posted on, transmitted through, or linked from the Service, whether or not solicited by Nintendo (collectively, Through your access to the Service, you may obtain, or third parties may provide, access to other World Wide Web resources where
“Submissions”), is the sole responsibility of the person from whom such Submissions originated. Nintendo is not obligated: (a) you may be able to upload or download content, data or software. Because Nintendo has no control over such sites and resources,
to maintain any Submissions in confidence; (b) to store or maintain the Submissions, electronically or otherwise, (c) to pay any we explicitly disclaim any responsibility for the accuracy, content, or availability of information found on such sites or through such
compensation for any Submissions or any use thereof; or (d) to respond to any user in connection with or to use any Submissions. resources. We do not make any representations or warranties as to the security of any information (including, without limitation, credit
Nintendo shall not be liable for any use or disclosure of any Submissions. card and other Personal Information) you may provide to any third party, and you hereby irrevocably waive any claim against us with
respect to such sites and third-party content.
Disclaimer of Warranty; Limitation of Liability; Indemnification
THE SERVICE AND THE NINTENDO CONTENT, USER CONTENT, DATA OR SOFTWARE AVAILABLE THROUGH IT (COLLECTIVELY, THE Friend Roster
“CONTENT”) ARE PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS. USE OF THE SERVICE, INCLUDING ALL CONTENT, DISTRIBUTED As part of the Service, Nintendo may provide you with access to and use of a friend roster where you may store user IDs provided to you
BY, DOWNLOADED OR ACCESSED FROM OR THROUGH IT, IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK AND NINTENDO ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR by others (“Friend Roster”). We cannot and do not represent the security of the contents of such Friend Roster from unauthorized third
THE CONTENT OR YOUR USE OR INABILITY TO USE ANY OF THE FOREGOING. WE DO NOT GUARANTEE THE CONTENT ACCESSIBLE OR parties. Transfer or disposal of your DS, or failure to safeguard your DS from loss or misuse, may lead to unauthorized access to and use
TRANSMITTED THROUGH, OR AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD FROM THE SERVICE WILL REMAIN CONFIDENTIAL OR IS OR WILL REMAIN FREE of your Friend Roster. In addition, unauthorized persons may gain access to one or more Friend Rosters that contain your information
OF INFECTION BY VIRUSES, WORMS, TROJAN HORSES OR OTHER CODE THAT MANIFESTS CONTAMINATING OR DESTRUCTIVE PROPERTIES. without your knowledge. Nintendo will not monitor use of or access to individual Friend Rosters and it is your responsibility to monitor
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMISSIBLE PURSUANT TO APPLICABLE LAW, NINTENDO DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER your interactions with other users of the Service.
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO THE SERVICE AND ALL CONTENT AVAILABLE THROUGH THE SERVICE, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. Privacy
Nintendo cares about the privacy of its users. By using the Service you agree to our Privacy Policy which is available at
NINTENDO ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DAMAGES SUFFERED BY A USER, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF www.nintendo.com/privacy.
DATA FROM DELAYS, NONDELIVERIES OF CONTENT, ERRORS, SYSTEM DOWN TIME, MISDELIVERIES OF CONTENT, NETWORK OR SYSTEM
OUTAGES, FILE CORRUPTION, OR SERVICE INTERRUPTIONS CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF NINTENDO OR A USER’S OWN ERRORS AND/ Disclaimer of Responsibility for User Content and Submissions
OR OMISSIONS EXCEPT AS SPECIFICALLY PROVIDED HEREIN. YOU UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT YOU WILL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR We have the right, but are not obligated, to strictly enforce this Agreement through self-help, active investigation, litigation and prosecution.
ANY DAMAGE TO YOUR DS OR LOSS OF DATA THAT RESULTS FROM THE DOWNLOAD OF ANY CONTENT. Nintendo does not warrant, verify or guarantee, and is not liable for, the quality, accuracy or integrity of any User Content or Submissions
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, NEGLIGENCE, SHALL NINTENDO OR ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, that you may access. However, we reserve the right to, at our sole discretion, remove, take down, destroy or delete any User Content or
OR EMPLOYEES BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR IN Submissions at any time and for any reason. We may access, use and disclose any Submissions or User Content transmitted by you via or in
CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF OR THE INABILITY TO USE THE SERVICE OR ANY CONTENT CONTAINED THEREON, OR RESULTING FROM connection with the Service, to the extent permitted by law, in order to comply with the law (e.g., a lawful subpoena); to protect our rights or
UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS TO OR ALTERATION OF YOUR TRANSMISSIONS OR CONTENT THAT IS SENT OR RECEIVED OR NOT SENT OR property, or to protect users of the Service from fraudulent, abusive, or unlawful use of the Service. Any use of the Service in violation of the
RECEIVED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DAMAGES FOR USE OR OTHER INTANGIBLES, EVEN IF NINTENDO HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE foregoing is in violation of these terms and may result in, among other things, the termination or suspension of your rights to use the Service.
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. General
You agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless Nintendo and its service providers from and against all liabilities, losses, expenses, This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between you and Nintendo and governs your use of the Service, superseding any prior
damages and costs, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising from: (1) any violation of this Agreement by you; (2) your violation agreements between you and Nintendo with respect to use of the Service. You also may be subject to additional terms and conditions that
of any rights of a third party; (3) your violation of any applicable law or regulation; (4) information or content that you submit, post, may apply when you use affiliate services, third-party content or third-party software. Nintendo’s failure to exercise or enforce any right
transmit or make available through the Service, or (5) your use of the Service or the DS. or provision of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
By using the Service, you agree that the laws of the State of Washington, without regard to principles of conflict of laws, will govern
this Agreement and any dispute of any sort that might arise between you and Nintendo. If any of the terms of this Agreement shall
be deemed invalid, void or for any reason unenforceable, that term shall be deemed severable and shall not affect the validity and
enforceability of any remaining terms. Nintendo may terminate this Agreement, or terminate or suspend your access to the Service at
any time, with or without cause, with or without notice.

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 WARRANTY & SERVICE INFORMATION Renseignements sur l’entretien et la garantie
REV–Q REV–Q

You may need only simple instructions to correct a problem with your product. Try our website at support.nintendo. Vous pourriez n’avoir besoin que de simples instructions pour corriger un problème. Vous pouvez visiter notre site Web à
com or call our Consumer Assistance Hotline at 1-800-255-3700, rather than going to your retailer. Hours of operation support.nintendo.com ou appeler notre Ligne sans frais d’assistance aux consommateurs, au 1 (800) 255-3700, plutôt que
are 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., Pacific Time, Monday - Sunday (times subject to change). If the problem cannot be solved with the troubleshooting de retourner chez votre détaillant. Nos heures d’ouverture sont de 6 h 00 à 19 h 00, heure du Pacifique, du lundi au dimanche (heures
information available online or over the telephone, you will be offered express factory service through Nintendo. Please do not send any sujettes à changement). Si le problème ne peut pas être résolu en consultant les renseignements sur les problèmes et leurs solutions en ligne, ni
products to Nintendo without contacting us first. au téléphone, on vous offrira un service usine exprès chez Nintendo. Veuillez n’expédier aucun produit sans avoir appelé Nintendo au préalable.
HARDWARE WARRANTY GARANTIE SUR LES APPAREILS
Nintendo of America Inc. (“Nintendo”) warrants to the original purchaser that the hardware product shall be free from defects in material Nintendo of America Inc. (Nintendo) garantit à l’acheteur original que l’appareil ne connaîtra aucun défaut de matériaux ou de main-
and workmanship for twelve (12) months from the date of purchase. If a defect covered by this warranty occurs during this warranty d’oeuvre pour une période de douze (12) mois suivant sa date d’achat. Si un tel défaut couvert par la présente garantie se produit pendant
period, Nintendo will repair or replace the defective hardware product or component, free of charge.* The original purchaser is entitled to cette période de garantie, Nintendo réparera ou remplacera sans frais la pièce ou le produit défectueux.* Le propriétaire original ne peut
this warranty only if the date of purchase is registered at point of sale or the consumer can demonstrate, to Nintendo’s satisfaction, that profiter de la présente garantie que si la date d’achat du produit a été enregistrée au point de vente ou si le consommateur peut prouver, à
the product was purchased within the last 12 months. la satisfaction de Nintendo, que le produit a été acheté dans les douze (12) derniers mois.
GAME & ACCESSORY WARRANTY GARANTIE SUR LES JEUX ET ACCESSOIRES
Nintendo warrants to the original purchaser that the product (games and accessories) shall be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of three (3) months from the date of purchase. If a defect covered by this warranty occurs during this three (3) Nintendo garantit à l’acheteur original que le produit (jeu ou accessoire) ne connaîtra aucun défaut de matériaux ou de main-d’oeuvre pour
month warranty period, Nintendo will repair or replace the defective product, free of charge.* une période de trois (3) mois suivant sa date d’achat. Si un tel défaut couvert par la présente garantie se produit pendant cette période de
trois (3) mois, Nintendo réparera ou remplacera sans frais le produit défectueux.*
SERVICE AFTER EXPIRATION OF WARRANTY
Please try our website at support.nintendo.com or call the Consumer Assistance Hotline at 1-800-255-3700 for troubleshooting ENTRETIEN APRÈS ÉCHÉANCE DE LA GARANTIE
information and repair or replacement options and pricing.* Veuillez visiter notre site Web, support.nintendo.com ou appeler la Ligne d’assistance aux consommateurs au 1 (800) 255-3700 pour
trouver des renseignements sur les problèmes et solutions, sur les options de réparation ou de remplacement et les prix.*
*In some instances, it may be necessary for you to ship the complete product, FREIGHT PREPAID AND INSURED FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE, to
Nintendo. Please do not send any products to Nintendo without contacting us first. *Dans certains cas, il peut s’avérer nécessaire d’expédier le produit, PORT PAYÉ ET ASSURÉ CONTRE DOMMAGES ET PERTE, chez Nintendo.
Veuillez n’expédier aucun produit sans appeler Nintendo au préalable.
WARRANTY LIMITATIONS
THIS WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY IF THIS PRODUCT: (a) IS USED WITH PRODUCTS NOT SOLD OR LICENSED BY NINTENDO (INCLUDING, LIMITES DE LA GARANTIE
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, NON-LICENSED GAME ENHANCEMENT AND COPIER DEVICES, ADAPTERS, AND POWER SUPPLIES); (b) IS USED FOR LA PRÉSENTE GARANTIE SERA NULLE SI LE PRODUIT : (a) A ÉTÉ UTILISÉ AVEC D’AUTRES PRODUITS QUI NE SONT NI VENDUS, NI BREVETÉS PAR
COMMERCIAL PURPOSES (INCLUDING RENTAL); (c) IS MODIFIED OR TAMPERED WITH; (d) IS DAMAGED BY NEGLIGENCE, ACCIDENT, NINTENDO (Y COMPRIS, SANS S’Y LIMITER, LES MÉCANISMES D’AMÉLIORATION ET DE COPIE DES JEUX, LES ADAPTATEURS ET LES MÉCANISMES
UNREASONABLE USE, OR BY OTHER CAUSES UNRELATED TO DEFECTIVE MATERIALS OR WORKMANSHIP; OR (e) HAS HAD THE SERIAL D’APPROVISIONNEMENT EN ÉLECTRICITÉ); (b) A ÉTÉ UTILISÉ À DES FINS COMMERCIALES (Y COMPRIS LA LOCATION); (c) S’IL A ÉTÉ MODIFIÉ OU
NUMBER ALTERED, DEFACED OR REMOVED. ALTÉRÉ; (d) EST ENDOMMAGÉ À CAUSE DE NÉGLIGENCE, ACCIDENT, UTILISATION ABUSIVE OU DE TOUTES AUTRES CAUSES QUI NE SERAIENT PAS
ANY APPLICABLE IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, RELIÉES À DES VICES DE MATÉRIAUX OU DE MAIN-D’OEUVRE; OU (e) SI SON NUMÉRO DE SÉRIE A ÉTÉ MODIFIÉ, EFFACÉ OU RENDU ILLISIBLE.
ARE HEREBY LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIODS DESCRIBED ABOVE (12 MONTHS OR 3 MONTHS, AS APPLICABLE). IN TOUTES LES GARANTIES SOUS-ENTENDUES, Y COMPRIS LES GARANTIES DE VALEUR MARCHANDE ET D’UNE CONDITION PROPRE À SON
NO EVENT SHALL NINTENDO BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE BREACH OF ANY IMPLIED UTILISATION DANS UN BUT PRÉCIS SONT, PAR LES PRÉSENTES, LIMITÉES AUX PÉRIODES DE GARANTIE DÉCRITES CI-DESSUS (12 MOIS OU
OR EXPRESS WARRANTIES. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR EXCLUSION OF 3 MOIS SELON LE CAS). NINTENDO NE SERA EN AUCUN CAS TENUE RESPONSABLE DE DOMMAGES ACCIDENTELS OU INDIRECTS RÉSULTANT
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. D’UNE INFRACTION À TOUTE STIPULATION EXPLICITE OU IMPLICITE DES GARANTIES. CERTAINS ÉTATS OU PROVINCES NE PERMETTENT PAS LA
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province. LIMITATION DE LA DURÉE D’UNE GARANTIE SOUS-ENTENDUE, NI L’EXCLUSION DES DOMMAGES ACCIDENTELS OU INDIRECTS. DANS CES CAS,
LES LIMITES ET EXCLUSIONS CI-DESSUS MENTIONNÉES NE S’APPLIQUENT PAS.
Nintendo’s address is: Nintendo of America Inc., P.O. Box 957, Redmond, WA 98073-0957 U.S.A.
La présente garantie vous donne des droits légaux précis. Vous pouvez jouir d’autres droits qui varient d’un État ou d’une province à l’autre.
This warranty is only valid in the United States and Canada.
L’adresse de Nintendo est : Nintendo of America Inc., P.O. Box 957, Redmond, WA 98073-0957 U.S.A.
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La présente garantie n’est valide qu’aux États-Unis et au Canada.
AVERTISSEMENT : VEUILLEZ LIRE ATTENTIVEMENT LE MANUEL
SPÉCIFIQUE DE PRÉCAUTIONS COMPRIS AVEC CE PRODUIT, AVANT AVERTISSEMENT - Blessures dues aux mouvements
D’UTILISER VOTRE APPAREIL NINTENDO®, UNE CARTE DE JEU OU répétitifs et tension oculaire
UN ACCESSOIRE. IL CONTIENT DES RENSEIGNEMENTS IMPORTANTS Après quelques heures, les jeux vidéo peuvent irriter les muscles, les poignets, la peau ou les yeux. Veuillez suivre les
instructions suivantes afin d’éviter des problèmes tels que la tendinite, le syndrome du tunnel carpien, l’irritation de la
CONCERNANT LA SANTÉ ET LA SÉCURITÉ.
peau ou la tension oculaire :
• Évitez les périodes trop longues de jeu. Il est recommandé aux parents de s’assurer que leurs enfants jouent pendant
RENSEIGNEMENTS IMPORTANTS SUR LA SÉCURITÉ — VEUILLEZ des périodes adéquates.
LIRE ATTENTIVEMENT LES AVERTISSEMENTS SUIVANTS AVANT QUE • Même si vous ne croyez pas en avoir besoin, faites une pause de 10 à 15 minutes à chaque heure de jeu.
VOUS OU VOTRE ENFANT NE JOUIEZ À DES JEUX VIDÉO. • Quand vous utilisez le stylet, ne le serrez pas trop fort et n’appuyez pas excessivement sur l’écran, ce qui peut
causer fatigue et inconfort.
AVERTISSEMENT - Danger d’attaque • Si vous éprouvez fatigue ou douleur au niveau des mains, des poignets, des bras ou des yeux, cessez de jouer et
reposez-vous pendant quelques heures avant de jouer de nouveau.
• M ême si elles n’ont jamais connu de tels problèmes auparavant, certaines personnes (environs 1 sur 4000) peuvent, • Si la douleur persiste lorsque vous reprenez le jeu, arrêtez de jouer et consultez votre médecin.
pendant qu’elles regardent la télévision ou s’amusent avec des jeux vidéo, être victimes d’une attaque ou d’un
évanouissement déclenché par des lumières ou motifs clignotants.
• Si vous avez été victime d’une telle attaque, d’une perte de conscience ou de symptômes reliés à l’épilepsie,
AVERTISSEMENT - Écoulement de l’acide de la batterie
consultez votre médecin avant de jouer avec des jeux vidéo. Le Nintendo DS contient une batterie au lithium-ion. L’écoulement d’ingrédients contenus dans la batterie ou les
• Les parents doivent surveiller leurs enfants pendant que ces derniers jouent avec des jeux vidéo. Arrêtez de jouer et éléments combustibles des ingrédients peuvent causer des blessures personnelles et endommager votre Nintendo
consultez un médecin, si vous ou votre enfant présentez les symptômes suivants : DS. Dans le cas d’un écoulement de la batterie, éviter tout contact avec la peau. Dans un cas de contact, lavez l’aire
convulsions tics oculaires ou musculaires perte de conscience contaminée avec de l’eau savonneuse. Dans le cas de contact avec les yeux, rincez abondamment à l’eau claire et
troubles de la vue mouvements involontaires désorientation voyez un médecin. Pour éviter l’écoulement de la batterie :
• Pour diminuer les possibilités d’une attaque pendant le jeu : • N’exposez pas la batterie à des vibrations ou à des chocs excessifs; tenez-la au sec.
1. Tenez-vous aussi loin que possible de l’écran. • Ne tentez pas de démonter, de réparer, ni de déformer la batterie.
2. Jouez sur l’écran de télévision le plus petit disponible. • Ne disposez jamais d’une batterie dans les flammes.
3. Ne jouez pas si vous êtes fatigué ou avez besoin de sommeil. • Ne touchez pas aux points de contact de la batterie, ne causez pas de court-circuit en y touchant avec un objet
4. Jouez dans une pièce bien éclairée. métallique.
5. Interrompez chaque heure de jeu par une pause de 10 à 15 minutes. • Ne retirez pas, ni n’endommagez, l’étiquette de la batterie.

AVERTISSEMENT - Interférence avec les fréquences radio

Le Nintendo DS peut émettre des ondes radio pouvant affecter le fonctionnement d’appareils électroniques rapprochés,
incluant les stimulateurs cardiaques.
• Ne pas jouer avec le Nintendo DS à moins de 9 pouces (22,9 cm) d’un stimulateur cardiaque, quand vous utilisez sa
caractéristique de jeu sans fil. Renseignements légaux importants REV–E

• Si vous portez un stimulateur cardiaque ou tout autre mécanisme médical implanté, ne pas utiliser la caractéristique de
Ce jeu de Nintendo n’est pas conçu pour une utilisation avec des appareils non autorisés. L’utilisation
jeu sans fil du Nintendo DS, avant d’avoir d’abord consulté votre médecin ou le manufacturier du mécanisme implanté.
de tels appareils annulera votre garantie de produit Nintendo. La copie de jeux vidéo pour tous les
• Observez tous les règlements concernant l’utilisation des mécanismes sans fil dans des endroits tels que
les hôpitaux, les aéroports et à bord des avions. Leur fonctionnement dans ces endroits peut interférer avec
appareils de Nintendo est un acte illégal et strictement interdit par les lois nationales et internationales
l’équipement ou en causer le mauvais fonctionnement, ayant pour résultat des blessures corporelles ou des sur la propriété intellectuelle. Les copies de secours ou d’archives ne sont pas autorisées et ne sont pas
dommages matériels. nécessaires à la protection de votre jeu. Les contrevenants seront poursuivis en justice.