Using Wall Clips

Installing

You'll want to seriously consider where to mount the clips so they are convenient and do not pose a danger. Some considerations:

Parts

Tools and Materials

(1) Put on cable clamps:
Snap the cable clamps onto each of the clips. (PIC 1-3) The clamp should be in the center of the bend of the clip. (PIC 1-4)

(2) Mark position on wall:
Use a pencil to make a mark where you want to mount the clip on the wall. (PIC 1-5) For controllers with cables, remember to leave enough vertical room from the floor so the cable will not touch the ground when dangling from the clip. This is usually a minimum of 38 inches.

(3) Drill hole in wall:
If you are installing the clips into a hollow wall (EG: sheet rock) you will drill a 3/16 in. (6 mm) hole on the mark made in the previous step. If you are installing directly into wood, your hole should be 5/64 in. for softwood or 3/32 in. for hardwood. Center the drill bit in the mark you made and apply light pressure while drilling. (PIC 1-6)

(4) Install Wall Anchor:
To mount the clip securely on a hollow wall you need to use a wall anchor. Place an anchor into the hole and gently tap it in with the hammer. (PIC 1-7)

(5) Screw in clip:
Pinch the cable clamp so the holes match up. Push and turn the screw a few times to get it started in the clamp. (PIC 1-8) The screw should poke out the back a little and hold the clamp together. (PIC 1-9) Screw the cable clamp into the anchor. Make sure the cable clamp stays in the center of the bend. Support the clamp with your fingers while tightening to keep the clamp in position. (PIC 1-10) Don't over-tighten. Just tighten until it starts to feel snug.

(6) Push on caps:
Push the screw cap onto the screw head until you hear a snap sound. (PIC 1-11) Note: you may want to wait to put the caps on after you fit the controllers in the next section. This will allow you to loosen the screw (if necessary) to rotate the clip to be used as a "hook".

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Fitting Controllers

Before you use the Wall Clip you will need to adjust its shape to grip the controller you want to hang up. This is simply a matter of squeezing the legs together, pulling them apart, and/or flipping the clip over. After fitting the controller you may occasionally have to adjust it. If you do have to adjust it, a simple squeeze, push, or pull of the legs before placing your controller in the clip will pop it back into shape.

There are two ways you will position the Wall Clip depending on the type of controller you are hanging:

(1) Positioned as a "clip":
The clip, as constructed and mounted on the wall, is already setup to be used as a"clip". (PIC 2-1)

(2) Positioned as a "hook":
Rotate the clip up to touch the wall. (PIC 2-2) Now rotate the clip around the screw 180 degrees. (PIC 2-3) The legs act as hooks. Drag the bumpers down so they rest in the bend of the legs. Fingernails help. (PIC 2-4)

Let's fit those clips.

Wii Remote:
Position the clip on the wall as a "clip". Squeeze the bumpers together until they are about 1-3/8 in. apart. (PIC 2-5) Push the controller into the clip and see how it fits. You want a tight grip, but not so tight that it is difficult to insert and remove. (PIC 2-6) If it is too difficult to push into the clip, widen the grip a bit by pulling the bumpers apart. (PIC 2-7) If it is too loose, squeeze some more. Make sure the bumpers are adjusted to contact the sides of the controller. (PIC 2-8) Note: If you have a "skin" on your Wii Remote then you will not have to squeeze as much. In fact, Nintendo's "stock" skin doesn't usually require any fitting. Just push it in. More on that here. For other skins, test to see how much adjustment is needed before the initial squeeze. (PIC 2-9)

Nunchuck:
Position the clip on the wall as a "clip". The Nunchuck fits into the clip by wedging it's v-shape between the bumpers. Squeeze the bumpers just as you did for the Wii Remote (about 1-3/8 in. apart). Place the nunchuck into the clip from the top. (PIC 2-10) If it is held nicely between the bumpers you are done. Otherwise, adjust accordingly.

Xbox and PlayStation:
Position the clip on the wall as a "hook". Place the controller into the clip. It probably will not fit in the hook. Pull the legs towards you until it starts to fit. (PIC 2-11) Now spread the legs so they are positioned just outside the D-pad and thumbstick. While spreading the legs, support the bottom of the clip with your index fingers so only the legs rotate outwards. (PIC 2-12) For a firm grip, remove the controller and push the legs a little inward so they apply pressure against the controller. (PIC 2-13) Reinsert the controller to test. Adjust accordingly. (PIC 2-14, 2-15, 2-16)

Classic/Retro Controllers:
Classic/Retro controllers are typically gripped by the legs of the clip. Position the clip on the wall as a "hook". Place the controller into the clip and spread the legs outward in a v-shape so they are positioned just outside the thumbsticks. While spreading the legs, support the bottom of the clip with your index fingers so only the legs rotate outwards. (PIC 2-17) For a firm grip, remove the controller and push the legs a little inward so they will contact the controller. (PIC 2-18) Reinsert the controller to test. Adjust accordingly. (PIC 2-19, 2-20, 2-21)

Other Controllers:
Guitar controllers hang on the clip by the neck. Position the clip on the wall as a "hook". Squeeze the legs so they touch the neck, but do not slide past the headstock. (PIC 2-22) Steering wheel controllers hang by the wheel. Position the clip on the wall as a "hook". Hang the controller. (PIC 2-23) The Wall Clip is adaptable to most all controllers. Just use some imagination and a little muscle to bend it into shape.

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Inserting and Removing Controllers

Here are some notes on inserting and removing controllers in case you need it:

Wii Remote:
Insert the remote by firmly pushing it straight into the clip all the way to the back. (PIC 3-1) The bumpers should tightly grip both sides. We recommend positioning the controller so the bumpers are near the "Home" button. (PIC 3-2) Remove the controller by grasping just above the bumpers and pulling straight out. (PIC 3-3)

Nunchuck:
Insert the nunchuck by placing it into the top of the clip. (PIC 3-4) The v-shape of the controller will wedge itself between the bumpers. (PIC 3-5) Remove the controller by grasping the top of the controller and pulling it up and out. (PIC 3-6)

Xbox and PlayStation controllers:
Insert the controller by placing it into the top of the clip. (PIC 3-7) The controller will rest on the bumpers and the legs should apply pressure to firmly hold it in place. (PIC 3-8) Remove by lifting it straight up. (PIC 3-9)

Classic/Retro controller:
Insert the classic/retro controller by placing it into the top of the clip. (PIC 3-10) The controller will rest on the bumpers and the legs should apply pressure to firmly hold it in place. (PIC 3-11) Remove by lifting it straight up. (PIC 3-12)

Guitar:
Insert the guitar by grabbing the neck near the headstock, push the neck into the clip, and lower it onto the bumpers. (PIC 3-13) The headstock will rest on the bumpers. (PIC 3-14) Remove the controller by grabbing the neck and raising it up and out. (PIC 3-15)

Steering Wheel:
Insert the steering wheel controller by placing it on the clip's legs. (PIC 3-16, PIC 3-17) Remove by lifting it off the legs. (PIC 3-18)

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