of how you are playing when determining how far away you
need to be.
• Stay alert for objects or people you might hit or trip over.
People and objects can move into the area during play, so
always be alert to your surroundings.
• Make sure you always have good footing while playing:
• Play on a level floor with enough traction for game activities.
• Make sure to use proper footwear for gaming or are barefoot,
if appropriate. Do not wear high-heels, flip-flops, etc.
Don’t overexert yourself
Gameplay with the Kinect sensor may require varying amounts
of physical activity.
Consult a doctor before using the sensor if you have any medical
condition or issue that affects your ability to safely perform
physical activities, or if you:
• are or may be pregnant,
• have heart, respiratory, back, joint, or other orthopedic
conditions,
• have high blood pressure,
• have difficulty with physical exercise, or
• have been instructed to restrict physical activity.
Consult your doctor before beginning any exercise routine or
fitness regimen that includes using the Kinect sensor.
Do not play under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and make
sure your balance and physical abilities are sufficient for any
movements while gaming.
Take breaks periodically
Stop and rest if your muscles, joints, or eyes become tired or sore.
If you experience excessive fatigue, nausea, shortness of breath,
chest tightness, dizziness, discomfort, or pain, STOP USING
IMMEDIATELY and consult a doctor.
PLAY HEALTHY
WARNING:
Important Health Warnings about Playing
Video Games
Photosensitive Seizures
A very small percentage of people may experience a seizure
when exposed to certain visual images, including flashing lights
or patterns that may appear in video games. Even people who
have no history of seizures or epilepsy may have an undiagnosed
condition that can cause these “photosensitive epileptic seizures”
while watching video games.
These seizures may have a variety of symptoms, including
lightheadedness, altered vision, eye, or face twitching, jerking or
shaking of arms or legs, disorientation, confusion, or momentary
loss of awareness. Seizures may also cause loss of consciousness
or convulsions that can lead to injury from falling down or
striking nearby objects.
Immediately stop playing and consult a doctor if you experience
any of these symptoms. Parents should watch for or ask their
children about the above symptoms—children and teenagers are
more likely than adults to experience these seizures. The risk of
photosensitive epileptic seizures may be reduced by taking the
following precautions:
• Sit or stand farther from the TV screen.
• Use a smaller TV screen.
• Play in a well-lit room.
• Do not play when you are drowsy or fatigued.
• If you or any of your relatives have a history of seizures or
epilepsy, consult a doctor before playing.
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Use of game controllers, keyboards, mice, or other electronic
input devices may be linked to serious injuries or disorders.
When playing video games, as with many activities, you may
experience occasional discomfort in your hands, arms, shoulders,
neck, or other parts of your body. However, if you experience
symptoms such as persistent or recurring discomfort, pain,
throbbing, aching, tingling, numbness, burning sensation, or
stiffness, DO NOT IGNORE THESE WARNING SIGNS. PROMPTLY
SEE A QUALIFIED HEALTH PROFESSIONAL, even if symptoms
occur when you are not playing a video game. Symptoms such as
these can be associated with painful and sometimes permanently
disabling injuries or disorders of the nerves, muscles, tendons,
blood vessels, and other parts of the body. These musculoskeletal
disorders (MSDs) include carpal tunnel syndrome, tendinitis,
tenosynovitis, vibration syndromes, and other conditions.
While researchers are not yet able to answer many questions
about MSDs, there is general agreement that many factors may
be linked to their occurrence, including medical and physical
conditions, stress and how one copes with it, overall health, and
how a person positions and uses their body during work and
other activities (including playing a video game). Some studies
suggest the amount of time a person performs an activity may
be a factor.
Some guidelines that may help you work and play more
comfortably and possibly reduce your risk of experiencing
an MSD can be found in the Healthy Gaming Guide at
xbox.com/xboxone/playhealthy. These guidelines address topics
such as:
• Positioning yourself to use comfortable, not awkward,
postures.
• Keeping your hands, fingers, and other body parts relaxed.
• Taking breaks.
• Developing a healthy lifestyle.
If you have questions about how your own lifestyle, activities,
or medical or physical condition may be related to MSDs, see a
qualified health professional.
WARNING:
Choking Hazard
This device may contain small parts that may be a choking
hazard to children under 3. Keep small parts away from children.
Make sure children play safely
Make sure children using any Xbox One accessory together with
the Xbox One console and Kinect sensor play safely and within
their limits, and make sure that they understand proper use of
the system.
Do not use unlicensed accessories or unauthorized props or
other objects with the Kinect sensor
Use of these accessories or objects may result in injury to yourself
or others and/or in damage to the sensor or other property.
Using unauthorized accessories violates the Software License and
may void your Limited Warranty.
Avoid glare
To minimize eyestrain from glare, try the following:
• Position yourself at a comfortable distance from your
television or monitor and the Kinect sensor.
• Place your television or monitor and Kinect sensor away from
light sources that produce glare, or use window blinds to
control light levels.
• Choose soothing natural light that minimizes glare and
eyestrain and increases contrast and clarity.
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