Warning about playstation™2, Precautions about playstation™2, Warning about playstation – Sony BRAVIA 4-256-733-F2(1) User Manual

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Warning about
PlayStation

2

Caution

Use of controls or adjustments or
performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure. The use of
optical instruments with this product will
increase eye hazard.

This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1
LASER product under IEC60825-1: 2001.

Read carefully before
operating your
PlayStation

2 console

A few people may experience epileptic
seizures when viewing flashing lights or
patterns in our daily environment. These
persons may experience seizures while
watching TV or playing video games,
including DVD-Videos or games played
on the PlayStation

2 console. Players who

have not had any seizures may nonetheless
have an undetected epileptic condition.
Consult your physician before operating
the PlayStation

2 console if you have an

epileptic condition or experience any of the
following symptoms while watching TV
programmes or playing video games:
altered vision, muscle twitching, other
involuntary movements, loss of awareness
of your surroundings, mental confusion,
and/or convulsions.

Software title
compatibility

Some PlayStation

or PlayStation

2

format software titles may perform
differently on this console than they do on
previous PlayStation

2 or PlayStation

consoles, or may not perform properly on
this console. For more information, visit
our Web site at www.eu.playstation.com/
ps2.

Precautions
about
PlayStation

2

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.

• Stop use and unplug the AC power cord

from the electrical outlet immediately if
the device functions in an abnormal
manner or produces unusual sounds or
smells.

• Never connect cables other than those

specified in this manual to the network
connector.

• Contact the appropriate PlayStation

customer service helpline which can be
found within every PlayStation

and

PlayStation

2 format software manual

if the device does not operate properly.

Use and handling

• When operating the unit, play in a well-

lit room and keep a safe distance from
the TV screen.

• Avoid prolonged use of the console. To

help prevent eye strain, take a break of
about 15 minutes during every hour of
play.

• Stop using the console immediately if

you experience any of the following
symptoms. If the condition persists,
consult a doctor.

Lightheadedness, nausea, or a
sensation similar to motion sickness

Tired, uncomfortable or aching
hands or arms

Tired, dry or aching eyes

• Do not use the console near water.
• Do not place the console and connected

accessories on the floor or in a place
where they may cause persons walking
by to trip or stumble.

• Do not place the console or accessories

on surfaces that are unstable, tilted or
subject to vibration.

• Do not expose the console or accessories

to high temperatures, high humidity or
direct sunlight (use in an environment
where temperatures range from 5°C to
35°C/41°F to 95°F).

• Do not place the console in locations of

poor ventilation such as small, enclosed
areas, directly against a wall or on a thick
carpet or bedding.

• Do not expose the console to dust, smoke

or steam.

• Do not allow liquid or small particles to

get into the console.

• Do not put any objects on the console.
• Do not touch or insert foreign objects

into the connectors of the console or
accessories.

• Do not allow dust or foreign matter to

build up around the console vents.
Remove the dust with a low-powered
vacuum cleaner.

• Do not leave a disc in the console when

moving or changing the position of the
console.

• Do not touch a disc while it is spinning.
• Do not close the disc cover in a way that

could pinch your hand or fingers.

• Adjust the settings of the DVD player

according to the instructions provided
before playing a DVD.

• Keep the console and accessories,

including cable ties and fasteners, out of
the reach of small children.

When using software
that supports the
vibration function of the
analog controller
(DUALSHOCK®2)

Do not use the vibration function if you
have any ailment or injury to the bones,
joints or muscles of your hands or arms. In
most cases, the vibration function can be
set to “Off” in the options menu of the
software.

Network (except Local
Area Networks)

• A broadband Internet connection is

required to connect to a network.

• When you connect your PlayStation

2

console to a network, the Internet service
provider may charge additional usage
fees. In some cases, usage charges may
be more than anticipated. For details,
refer to the information provided in your
service contract or contact your Internet
service provider.

• Parents are encouraged to monitor

children in online gaming to ensure safe
and responsible Internet usage.

Connecting with an
Ethernet cable

Do not connect Ethernet cables or
telephone cords of the following types to
the network connector:

• Ethernet cables not appropriate for use

with a 10Base-T/100Base-TX network

• Standard residential telephone lines
• Any ISDN (digital) compatible phone or

data line

• PBX phone lines
• Other “unknown” types of telephone

lines

Disc handling

• Do not touch the disc surface when

handling a disc; hold it by the edges.

• Do not stick paper or tape onto discs and

do not write on discs.

• Fingerprints, dust, dirt or scratches on

the disc can distort the picture or reduce
sound quality. Always handle carefully
and make sure discs are clean before use.

• Do not leave discs near a heat source, in

direct sunlight or in high humidity.

• Store discs in their cases when not in use.
• Clean discs using a soft cloth, lightly

wiping from the centre outwards. Do not
use solvents such as benzine,
commercially available cleaners not
intended for CDs or anti-static spray
intended for vinyl LPs.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
KLASS 1 LASERAPPARAT

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