How to Connect a Wii to a Samsung Smart TV (Setup Guide)

Wii is one of the best gaming consoles which you can connect to almost any device. Unsurprisingly, you can connect it to a Samsung Smart TV. 

If you’re new to this kind of task, you probably don’t know where to start connecting a Wii to your Samsung Smart TV. So let’s get directly to the point and have your Wii and TV connected in no time!  

Ports and Connections Available on a Wii

Wii has ports and connections available to connect to other devices, especially on TVs. Basically, it has USB connectors, a DC input connector, a sensor bar connector, and AV multi-out connector, including the five AV inputs, which you’ll use to connect Wii to the TV. 

Plugging a Wii Into Your Samsung Smart TV: 5 Tested Options

Method #1: HDMI Converter

Using an HDMI Converter is the simplest way to connect your Wii to your Samsung TV. For the same deal, carefully follow these instructions:

Wii HDMI converter
  1. Connect the HDMI converter to the Wii console.
  2. Attach your HDMI cable to the converter. 
  3. Then, link the HDMI cable to your TV and navigate the Input or Source menu.
  4. Choose HDMI to access Wii on your Samsung TV. You’re done!

Method #2: Component Cable

A component cable divides an AV cable into left audio, right audio, and video. To use it to connect Wii to Samsung TV, follow these steps:

  1. First, locate 5 AV inputs in various colors on your Samsung Smart TV.
  2. Attach the component cable to your Smart TV. 
  3. Plug your AV cable’s other end into your Samsung TV. 
  4. Navigate to the Source or Input menu. 
  5. Finally, choose AV to access Wii on your Samsung Smart TV. 
Component Cable

Fast Fact: You can connect your Wii to any device as long as there are 5 AV ports available that can be attached to component cables.  

Method #3: RCA to VGA Breakout Cable

You can connect your Wii to your TV using an RCA to VGA Breakout Cable. Follow the steps below to do this successfully:

  1. Attach your VGA cable to the Smart TV. 
  2. Then, link the RCA cable to your Wii console. 
  3. Choose Input or Source on your Samsung TV and select VGA. 
  4. You’re done! You can now access Wii on your Samsung TV. 

Method #4: AV Cable

We also use an AV cable to connect the Wii to a Smart TV. To connect your Samsung TV using an AV cable, closely follow the steps below:

AV Cable
  1. Locate the three AV inputs on your Samsung Smart TV. These are the red, white, and yellow holes on the back.
  2. Connect the wires by following the color codes on the AV cable.
  3. Now connect the other end of the AV cable to your Wii console. 
  4. Navigate to the Source or Input menu and select Wii. It’s now connected!

Method #5: AV to SCART Adaptor

With the help of an AV to SCART Adaptor [1], you can connect your Wii to your TV. To connect the Wii using a SCART Connector, carefully follow the instructions below:

  1. Grab your AV to SCART adaptor. 
  2. Link the SCART Adaptor to your TV by plugging in one end of the HDMI cable.
  3. Lastly, select Source or Input to open Wii on your Smart TV. 

Editing Wii Settings on Your Samsung Smart TV

You can edit Wii settings on your TV to optimize your visual and aural experience. 

Wii Sound and TV resolution settings
  1. Open your TV’s Settings menu and select System Settings. 
  2. Choose the Sound option, then select Mono/Stereo Sound. 
  3. On your TV’s settings menu, select the Wii Settings. 
  4. Choose Screen and select the position of the screen that you prefer. 
  5. Then, select your desired Screen Resolution. 

With these options, you can take advantage of enhanced visual and aural capabilities in your Wii gaming sessions with your Samsung Smart TV. 

Conclusion

Now you know how to connect a Wii to your Samsung Smart TV, you can enjoy gaming more seamlessly with the best visual quality. Regardless of your method, all works just fine and will effectively link your Wii to the TV. 

Additionally, you can edit your Wii settings to further improve sound and picture quality. Enjoy!

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Willie Greer
Willie Greer
Willie Greer is the founder of The Product Analyst. A cinephile, he has made it a personal quest to achieve the awesomest home theater possible. He now shares what he has learned through the years on the site, and has enlisted the help of tech-savvy colleagues in providing more insight about today’s most sought-after gadgets.