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ˎAvoid prolonged use of the console and controller.
ˎStop using the console immediately if you begin to feel
tired or if you experience discomfort or pain in your
hands or arms while operating the controller. If the
condition persists, consult a doctor.
ˎIf you experience any of the following health problems,
discontinue use of the console immediately. If
symptoms persist, consult with your doctor.
–Dizziness, nausea, fatigue or symptoms similar to
motion sickness
–Discomfort or pain in a part of the body, such as eyes,
ears, hands or arms
ˎKeep the console, accessories, and any small
components out of the reach of small children.
ˎAny TV or component connected to the console must be
functioning properly and free of defects. If a TV or
component connected to the console is faulty or
defective, it may cause damage to the TV or component,
or to the console itself. As with all electrical products,
connection to faulty or defective components, or the
failure to connect to a properly wired outlet, may cause
sparking and pose a fire hazard.
ˎDo not touch the console, AC adaptor (not included), or
connected cables or accessories during an electrical
storm.
ˎDo not use the console or accessories near water.
ˎDo not allow liquid, small particles or other foreign
objects to get into the console or accessories.
ˎDo not touch the connectors of the console or
accessories.
ˎDo not expose the console or accessories to dust, smoke
or steam. Also, do not place the console in an area
subject to excessive dust or cigarette smoke.
ˎDo not expose the console or accessories to high
temperatures, high humidity or direct sunlight.
ˎDo not place the console or accessories on surfaces that
are unstable, tilted or subject to vibration.
ˎBe careful when carrying the console and its accessories.
If you do not have a good grip, the console and
accessories may drop, causing potential damage or
injury.
ˎDo not turn off the console while data is being saved on
or loaded from the console memory.
ˎDo not disconnect the console from the power source
while the POWER indicator is green. Doing so may
cause data to be lost or corrupted, or the console may be
damaged.
ˎDo not stand on or put objects on the console, and do
not stack the console with other devices.
ˎDo not place the console and connected accessories on
the floor or in a place where they may cause someone to
trip or stumble.
ˎDo not allow bodily contact with the console for an
extended period of time while in use. It may cause
low-temperature burns.
ˎWhen connecting the console to a plasma or projection*
TV, do not leave a still image on the TV screen for an
extended period of time, as this may leave a faint image
permanently on the screen.
* Except LCD screen types
Vents
Do not block any vents. To maintain good ventilation,
follow the guidelines below:
ˎPlace the console at least 10 cm (4 in) away from a wall
surface.
ˎDo not place on a carpet or rug with long fibers.
ˎDo not place in a narrow or cramped space.
ˎDo not cover with cloth.
ˎDo not allow dust to build up on the vents.
AC adaptor (not included) and USB cable
ˎDo not plug the AC adaptor (not included) into an
electrical outlet until you have connected the HDMI
cable. Make sure the TV is unplugged from the electrical
outlet prior to connecting it to the console.
ˎDo not use an AC adaptor (not included) that does not
meet the designated specifications. Doing so may cause
fire or electric shock.
ˎDo not touch the plug of the AC adaptor (not included)
with wet hands.
ˎDo not damage the USB cable. Using a damaged cable
or connector may lead to fire or electric shock.
ˎProtect the USB cable from being walked on or pinched
particularly at the connector and the point where the
cable exits from the console.
ˎDo not modify the USB cable.
ˎDo not place heavy items on the USB cable. Never pull
by the cable.
ˎDo not place the USB cable near heating equipment and
do not expose the cable to heat.
ˎUnplug the AC adaptor (not included) from the
electrical outlet before cleaning or moving the console,
or when you do not intend to use the console for an
extended period of time. When disconnecting, grasp the
USB cable by the connector and pull straight out of the
AC adaptor (not included). Never pull by the cable and
do not pull out at an angle.
ˎDo not connect the AC adaptor (not included) to a
voltage transformer or inverter. Connecting the AC
adaptor (not included) to a voltage transformer for
overseas travel or an inverter for use in an automobile
may cause burns or a malfunction.
Never disassemble or modify the console
or accessories
Use this product according to the instructions in the
product documentation. No authorization for the analysis
or modification of this product, or the analysis and use of
its circuit configurations, is provided. There are no user
serviceable components inside this product.
Moisture condensation
If this console is brought directly from a cold location to a
warm one, moisture may condense inside the console and
cause it to operate improperly. Should this occur, turn off
and unplug the console. Do not use the console until the
moisture evaporates (this may take several hours). If the
console still does not operate properly, contact SIE
Consumer Services ( "Further information").