Nintendo Games for Gamecube nba 2k3 User Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: READ THE FOLLOWING 
WARNINGS BEFORE YOU OR YOUR CHILD PLAY VIDEO GAMES
WARNING - Seizures
Some people (about 1 in 4000) may have seizures or blackouts triggered by light 
flashes, such as while watching TV or playing video games, even if they have 
never had a seizure before.
Anyone who has had a seizure, loss of awareness, or other symptom linked to an 
epileptic condition should consult a doctor before playing a video game.
Parents should watch when their children play video games. Stop playing and 
consult a doctor if you or your child have any of the following symptoms:
Convulsions
Eye or muscle twitching
Loss of awareness
Altered vision
Involuntary movements
Disorientation
To reduce the likelihood of a seizure when playing video games:
Sit or stand as far from the screen as possible.
Play video games on the smallest available television screen.
Do not play if you are tired or need sleep.
Play in a well-lit room.
Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour.
Playing video games can make your muscles, joints or skin hurt after a few hours. 
Follow these instructions to avoid problems such as Tendinitis, Carpal Tunnel 
Syndrome or skin irritation:
Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour, even if you don’t think you need it.
If your hands, wrists or arms become tired or sore while playing, stop and rest 
them for several hours before playing again.
If you continue to have sore hands, wrists or arms during or after play, stop 
playing and see a doctor.
WARNING - Repetitive Motion Injuries
WARNING: PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE PRECAUTIONS 
BOOKLET INCLUDED WITH THIS PRODUCT BEFORE USING 
YOUR NINTENDO 
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 HARDWARE SYSTEM, GAME DISC OR 
ACCESSORY. THIS BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT 
SAFETY INFORMATION.
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To avoid electric shock when you use this system:
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 sure the Nintendo GameCube power switch is turned OFF before removing
the AC adapter cord from an outlet.
Playing video games can cause motion sickness. If you or your child feel dizzy or 
nauseous when playing video games with this system, stop playing and rest. Do 
not drive or engage in other demanding activity until you feel better.
The Nintendo GameCube is a Class I laser product. Do not attempt to 
disassemble the Nintendo GameCube. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Caution - Use of controls or adjustments or procedures other than those specified 
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. 
CONTROLLER NEUTRAL POSITION RESET
If the L or R Buttons are pressed or the Control Stick or C Stick are moved out of 
neutral position when the power is turned ON, those positions will be set as the 
neutral position, causing incorrect game control during game play.
To reset the controller, release all buttons 
and sticks to allow them to return to the 
correct neutral position, then hold down the 
X, Y and START/PAUSE Buttons 
simultaneously for 3 seconds.
WARNING - Electric Shock
CAUTION - Motion Sickness
CAUTION - Laser Device
L Button
R Button
C Stick
Control
Stick