Nintendo Wii U Operation Manual

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4 5Before using the Wii U system read the followingimportant health and safety information, and be sure toread the information in the Health and Safety applicationavailable on the Wii U Menu screen. This application alsocontains important usage guidelines for Wii U compo-nents and accessories.Important Safety InformationRead the following warnings before setup or use of the Wii U system. If this product willbe used by young children, this manual should be read and explained to them by an adult.Failing to do so may cause injury. Please carefully review the instructions for the game youare playing for additional health and safety information.Throughout this manual, you will see this symbol followed by WARNING or CAUTION, oryou may see the term IMPORTANT. These terms have different levels of meaning as outlinedbelow. Please read and understand these terms and the information that appears after thembefore using your Wii U system.WARNING: Warns you about incorrect use of this system that could result in seriouspersonal injury.CAUTION: Cautions you about incorrect use of this system that could result in personalinjury or damage to the system, components, games, or accessories.IMPORTANT: Informs you about incorrect use of the system that could result in damageto the system, components, games, or accessories.WARNING - SEIZURES• Some people (about 1 in 4000) may have seizures or blackouts triggered by light flashes orpatterns, and this may occur while they are watching TV or playing video games, even if theyhave never had a seizure before.• Anyone who has had a seizure, loss of awareness, or other symptom linked to an epilepticcondition should consult a doctor before playing a video game.• Parents should watch their children play video games. Stop playing and consult a doctor ifyou or your child has any of the following symptoms:Convulsions Eye or muscle twitching Loss of awarenessAltered vision Involuntary movements DisorientationTo reduce the likelihood of a seizure when playing video games:1. Sit or stand as far from the screen as possible.2. Play video games on the smallest available television screen.3. Do not play if you are tired or need sleep.4. Play in a well-lit room.5. Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour.Health and Safety Information WARNING - REPETITIVE MOTION INJURIES AND EYESTRAINPlaying video games can make your muscles, joints, skin or eyes hurt. Follow these instruc-tions to avoid problems such as tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, skin irritation or eyestrain:• Avoid excessive play. Parents should monitor their children for appropriate play.• Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour, even if you don’t think you need it.• If your hands, wrists, arms or eyes become tired or sore while playing, or if you feel symp-toms such as tingling, numbness, burning or stiffness, stop and rest for several hours beforeplaying again.• If you continue to have any of the above symptoms or other discomfort during or after play,stop playing and see a doctor.CAUTION - MOTION SICKNESSPlaying video games can cause motion sickness in some players. If you or your child feelsdizzy or nauseous when playing video games, stop playing and rest. Do not drive or engagein other demanding activity until you feel better.WARNING - ELECTRIC SHOCKTo avoid electric shock when you use this system:• Do not use the Wii U system during a lightning storm. There may be a risk of electric shockfrom lightning.• Use only the AC adapter that comes with your system.• Do not use the AC adapter if it has damaged, split or broken cords or wires.• Make sure that the AC adapter cord is fully inserted into the wall outlet or extension cord.• Always carefully disconnect all plugs by pulling on the plug and not on the cord. Make surethe Wii U power button is turned OFF before removing the AC adapter cord from an outlet.WARNING - RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCEThe Wii U console and accessories, including the Wii U GamePad, Wii U Pro Controller, andWii Remote controllers, can emit radio waves that can affect the operation of nearby electron-ics, including cardiac pacemakers.• Do not operate the Wii U console and accessories within 9 inches of a pacemaker.• If you have a pacemaker or other implanted medical device, do not use the Wii U consoleand accessories without first consulting your doctor or the manufacturer of your medicaldevice.CAUTION - LASER DEVICEThe Wii U console is a Class I laser product. Do not attempt to disassemble the Wii U console.Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or procedures other than those specified hereinmay result in hazardous radiation exposure.Specifications: Laser Type: Semiconductor laser Laser Wavelength: 405nm, 660nmLaser Power: Max. 0.6mW, Max. 0.9mW Numeric aperture: 0.85, 0.6