Dock your Nintendo 3DS? system whenever you are not using it in this Charging Cradle to keep it powered.
You can then leave the system on in Sleep Mode while charging, so that it can communicate via the SpotPass? feature at any time of day or night.
Note: This Charging Cradle is not compatible with the New Nintendo 3DS? XL, Nintendo 3DS XL or Nintendo 2DS?.
AC Adapter not included, available separately.
If your system is not charging properly, we recommend following our troubleshooting steps before deciding upon replacement.