While playing a first person shooter with jitter would be bad enough, unfortunately they have bigger problems. The DolphinBar uses an absolute coordinate system, just like a drawing tablet or a touchscreen. Absolute coordinates are very simple - the bottom left corner is used as a fixed point of reference (0,0) and all points along the 2D surface are coordinates to the right and up from that point in X and Y values. Speed and direction are essentially irrelevant, since the computer always has the fixed point to compare to and just measures its distance from that point at all times. To get a full Wii setup you’ll need a Wii remote (called a Wiimote) with the Nunchuk attachment and a USB powered sensor bar. Your PC needs to have Bluetooth so if you haven’t got that built in you’ll need a Bluetooth dongle. If you find a file that Dolphin can’t recognise first make sure you’re using the latest Dev build but if that doesn’t work see if you can find the game from another source. The sensor bar maintained the classic silver color of the original Nintendo version, ensuring it blended seamlessly with our setup. Its 7.5-foot cable provided ample reach, giving us the flexibility to position it exactly where we needed. We tested it on both Wii and Wii U consoles, and it performed flawlessly, without any compatibility issues.

When we first got our hands on the SOONORY Replacement Wii Wireless Sensor Bar, we were eager to see if it lived up to its promises. Right out of the box, we loved how it was completely wire-free, running off 4 AAA batteries that were included. Setting it up was a breeze. Within minutes, we had an IR field spanning up to 10 feet, ready to capture our every move. Speaking of USB compatibility, this MayFlash sensor bar connector has a USB plug that allows it to easily connect to your computer and be used for emulation. It’s compatible with the original Wiimote and Nunchuk along with the Wii classic controller as well. Make sure you’ve selected Emulate Bluetooth adapter and set at least the Wii remote 1 dropdown to RealWii Remote. If you have more Wii controllers you can add these later as I suggest getting a single remote set up first so we know everything can talk together.

Running a Game in Dolphin

This sensor bar doesn’t have Bluetooth capabilities, so you’ll need to connect it using the wired USB cable. The cable is 8.2 feet long and the stand itself has an adhesive material on the bottom in case you want to keep it from budging where you place it. When you boot up Dolphin it won’t know about any of your games. First we need to tell it where the game files are stored.

While its performance as a mouse leaves a lot to be desired, that is irrelevant for us. What counts for us and our users is how it improves the Dolphin experience, and improve it it does. The DolphinBar provides users with a solid sensor bar, easy to use Wiimote support, built in -TR compatibility without requiring a guide, and the added bonus of letting Wiimote accessories be used in the GCPad and other emulators! We recommend the DolphinBar to any Windows, macOS, or ( as of 5.0-876) Linux user who doesn't have Bluetooth or a sensor bar yet. After a 10 to 20 seconds it should vibrate and show a single blue LED. This means it has successfully connected to you PC. Update: Since the creation of this article, Bluetooth Passthrough has been created as a new option for Wii Remote connectivity. By taking over the drivers of a Bluetooth Adapter, it allows unprecedented support for Wii Remote features, including the speaker and even 3rd party Wiimotes. However it doesn't work on all bluetooth adapters, and requires some setup to work. Even though it may not be the best option anymore, the DolphinBar remains a very easy all-in-one option for Wii Remote functionality, and we still recommend it for users. The DolphinBar does not current work with Bluetooth Passthrough. The continious forward current of a led usually is between 10 and 20 milli amps. By placing led's in serie, the current doesn't increase and the power loss in the serie resistor becomes lower.

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You should now be all set and hopefully, you’ve found the right sensor bar for your needs. Have fun and relive some of your favorite classic Wii games! The Dolphin emulator lets you turn your PC into both the Wii and the GameCube. The Wii was fully compatible with GameCube games so the two system are very closely related. MAYFLASH W010 Wireless Sensor Dolphinbar for PC– Specifically made for the Dolphin Emulator. Lets you use Wii controllers on your desktop computer or laptop. This bundle contains an official GameCube Controller (White) as well as a very commonly used USB adapter to connect the controller to your PC.

If you’re on a more powerful machine you can change the display render quality on the enhancements tab to get smoother graphics, or, as I prefer, leave them at native resolution for a more authentic console feel.

Playing Wii Games

SOONORY Replacement Wii Wireless Sensor Bar– The best wireless replacement currently available. Runs off 4 AAA batteries and works incredibly well. While the history of this device is interesting, the hard work from both sides wouldn't matter much if the device can't deliver. Let's see if the DolphinBar can fulfill its potential as an all-in-one Dolphin accessory.

See the review for more details, but be warned that review is from many years ago and the landscape has changed quite a bit. The Mayflash DolphinBar is a sensor bar in itself, a USB powered one at that. And it actually performs very well when compared to the official Nintendo sensor bar. It's as bright as official sensor bars, with angled and grouped LEDs just like them, and it doesn't turn off while you are using it. As a sensor bar, the DolphinBar is... just a good sensor bar. It's a bit of a shame to have to say this, but in the third party sensor bar market we have today that's actually a big deal. IR led's come in different wavelength. It might be best to have led's emitting the same wavelength as the original ones in the ir sensor bar. Two options are listed here: either Wii Remote without Motion Plus Inside, or Wii Remote including Motion Plus. Normal Wii Remotes (without M+) are easier to setup with Dolphin, but they require you to buy and attach a Motion Plus add-on to your Wii Remote to play Motion Plus games. Wii Remote Plus do not require this add-on but are more complicated to setup with Dolphin.

Wii Games

Your game should start up in full screen and your Wii remote should work as if you were sat in front of a real Wii console. KIMILAR Replacement Wired Wii Motion Sensor Bar– A popular and reliable wired option that’s plug and play and ready to go. If you place one above the other, it should increase the detectable range. Not sure about the accuracy.