SONY PSVITA User Manual

Safety Guide

PCH-1004 / PCH-1104

4-408-600-51(2) GB

7018552

WARNINGS

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

•This product is intended for ages 6 and up.

•Avoid prolonged use of the PS Vita system. To help prevent eye strain, take a break of about 15 minutes during every hour of play.

•If you experience any of the following health problems, discontinue use of the system 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

Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR):

PS Vita (PCH-1004 and PCH-1104) has been tested and complies with CE radiation exposure limits for devices intended to be used at a position near the body set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the European Union RF guidelines in European R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. The maximum SAR level tested for PS Vita (PCH-1104) is 1.28 watts per kilogram at body.

When using PS Vita, orient the device in a landscape position and away from the body. PS Vita is not intended for use in close proximity to the ear.

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Regulatory information

•The nameplate is located behind the console.

•This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits set out in the R&TTE Directive using a connection cable shorter than 3 metres.

•This equipment complies with EN55022 Class B and EN55024 for use in following areas: residential, commercial and light-industrial.

The manufacturer of this product is Sony Computer Entertainment Inc., 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-0075 Japan.

The Authorised Representative for EMC and product safety in Europe is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.

Distributed in Europe by Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd, 10 Great Marlborough Street, London, W1F 7LP, United Kingdom.

Photosensitivity

Always play in a well lit environment. Take regular breaks, 15 minutes every hour. Avoid playing when tired or suffering from lack of sleep. Some individuals are sensitive to flashing or flickering lights or geometric shapes and patterns, may have an undetected epileptic condition and may experience epileptic seizures when watching television or playing videogames. Consult your doctor before playing videogames if you have an epileptic condition and immediately should you experience any of the following symptoms whilst playing: dizziness, altered vision, muscle twitching, other involuntary movement, loss of awareness, confusion and/or convulsions.

Repetitive Motion Injuries

Avoid prolonged use of the PS Vita system. Take a 15 minute break every hour. Stop using the PS Vita system immediately if you experience an unpleasant sensation or pain in your hands, wrists or arms. If the condition persists, consult a doctor.

Headphones

Adjust your headphone volume so that surrounding sounds can be heard. If you experience ringing or any discomfort in your ears, discontinue use of your headphones.

Radio waves

Radio waves may affect electronic equipment or medical devices (for example, pacemakers), which may cause malfunctions and possible injuries.

•If you use a pacemaker or other medical device, consult your doctor or the manufacturer of your medical device before using the network features.

•Keep the PS Vita system at least 20 cm away from a pacemaker or other medical devices when using the network features.

•Do not carry the PS Vita system in a breast pocket if you use a pacemaker.

•Turn off your PS Vita system immediately, if you have any reason to suspect that interference is occurring with your pacemaker.

•Do not use the network features in the following locations:

–Areas where network features use is prohibited, such as in aeroplanes and hospitals. Abide by medical institution regulations when using the system on their premises.

–Areas near fire alarms, automatic doors and other types of automated equipment.

•Use caution when using the network features in a vehicle, as radio waves may affect electronic equipment in some vehicles.

About national export control

This product may fall within the scope of national export control legislation. You must comply fully with the requirements of such legislation and of all other applicable laws of any jurisdiction in relation to this product.

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Contents

WARNINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Before disposing of or transferring

your PS Vita system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Copyright and trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Depending on the software version in use, the system may operate differently than described in this manual.

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Precautions

Before using this product, carefully read this manual and retain it for future reference. Parents and Guardians of children should read this guide and make sure that the child follows all safety precautions.

Safety

This product has been designed with the highest concern for safety. However, any electrical device, if used improperly, has the potential for causing fire, electrical shock or personal injury. To help ensure accident-free operation, follow these guidelines:

•Observe all warnings, precautions and instructions.

•Regularly inspect the AC adaptor, AC power cord and USB cable.

•If your PS Vita system is damaged, do not use it. Unplug the AC power cord from the electrical outlet and disconnect any other cables immediately.

•Stop use, unplug the AC power cord from the electrical outlet and disconnect any other cables immediately if the device functions in an abnormal manner, produces unusual sounds or smells or if it or the AC adaptor becomes too hot to touch.

•Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium-ion batteries. If the internal battery fluid leaks, stop using the product immediately and contact technical support for assistance. If the fluid gets into your eyes, immediately rinse the affected area with clean water and consult your physician. The battery fluid can cause blindness.

Use and handling

•Use in a well-lit area and keep the screen a safe distance from your face.

•Avoid prolonged use of the PS Vita system. To help prevent eyestrain, take a break of about 15 minutes during every hour of play.

•Exercise care when setting the volume. If you set the volume too high, it may harm your hearing or damage the speakers.

•Keep the system and accessories out of the reach of small children. Small children may swallow the media cards or wrap the cables/straps around themselves, which may inflict injury or cause an accident or a malfunction. Media cards may present a choking hazard.

•Do not use the system while driving or riding a bicycle. Looking at the screen or operating the system while driving an automobile or riding a bicycle may result in a traffic accident.

•Take extra care when using the system while walking.

•Do not use the system or accessories near water.

•Do not use the system in places where the use of wireless communication devices is prohibited, such as on aeroplanes or in hospitals. The radio waves the system emits can affect electronic devices and cause them to malfunction, which can lead to accidents. When using the system in a medical facility,

be sure to follow all of the rules of that facility. When using the

system on an aeroplane, go to (Settings) [Start] [Network] and tap the checkbox for [Flight Mode] to mark it with a checkmark before using it. Turn off the system when taking off and landing. If you use the system on aeroplanes where the use of such devices is prohibited, you will be liable to legal punishment.

•Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

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