IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Batteries
The Steam Controller has a dual power supply - USB
(5V @ 500mA max) or battery power. It can be
used with 2x disposable AA batteries (included) or
rechargeable AA batteries (not included). Improper
use of batteries may result in leakage of corrosive
and toxic battery fluid as well as overheating,
including risk of fire and explosion.
• Keep batteries out of reach of children.
• Do not expose batteries to heat or fire
or damage the battery enclosure.
• Do not mix batteries with uneven
remaining charge.
• Remove batteries if depleted and when
storing the device for an extended period of
time.
• In case of battery leakage, remove all
batteries and avoid contact with skin
or clothes. Flush any exposed skin
immediately under running water.
Radio Frequency Emissions
This device emits radio frequency (RF) signals. It
uses a 2.4GHz ISM-band radio with GFSK modulation
and custom low-latency protocol. While it has been
thoroughly tested for non-interference with other
devices, do not operate around critical electronic
equipment (e.g. in hospitals) and remove batteries
completely before transport by airplane.
Exposure to Heat and Humidity
You should keep your Steam Controller dry and not
use it where it could get wet. You should not expose
your Steam Controller to extreme temperatures
(operating temperature range should remain
between 10 °C and 35 °C (50 °F and 95 °F). If you
move your Steam Controller from a cold location to
a warm one, moisture may condense and cause the
Steam Controller to cease operating properly— in
that case, you may need to wait several hours before
it can operate properly.
Choking hazard
This device contains small parts which may be a
choking hazard to children under 3. Keep out of
reach of children.
Musculoskeletal disorders
As with many repetitive physical activities, extended
use of the Steam Controller may cause occasional
discomfort in your hands, arms, shoulders, neck, or
other parts of your body. However, if you experience
persistent or recurring discomfort, pain, throbbing,
tingling, numbness, or stiffness, DO NOT IGNORE
THESE WARNING SIGNS. PROMPTLY SEE A
QUALIFIED HEALTH PROFESSIONAL. Symptoms such
as these can be associated with permanent and
serious musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) such as
carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis,
vibration syndromes, and other conditions. To reduce
the risk of MSD, operate the Steam Controller in a
comfortable posture, keep your hands and other
body parts relaxed, and take breaks.
Photosensitive seizures
A very small percentage of individuals may
experience epileptic seizures when exposed to
certain light patterns or flashing lights. Exposure
to certain patterns or backgrounds on a computer
screen, or certain types of computer gameplay,
may induce an epileptic seizure in these individuals.
Certain conditions may induce previously undetected
epileptic symptoms even in persons who have no
history of prior seizures or epilepsy. If you, or anyone
in your family, have an epileptic condition, consult
your physician prior to playing. If you experience any
of the following symptoms while playing a video or
computer game—dizziness, altered vision, eye or
muscle twitches, loss of awareness, disorientation,
any involuntary movement, or convulsions—
IMMEDIATELY discontinue use and consult your
physician before resuming play.
REGULATORY INFORMATION
United States
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Steam Controller FCC ID: 2AES41001
Wireless Dongle FCC ID: 2AES41002
Tested to comply with FCC Standards.
For home and office use. Not intended for use in
machinery, medical, or industrial applications. This
device is for use with NRTL-listed (UL, CSA, ETL etc.)
and/or IEC/EN 60950 compliant (CE marked) IT
equipment. No serviceable parts included.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy. If not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, it may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
and correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the distance between the
equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
• FCC Warning: The FCC requires that
you be notified that any changes or
modifications to this device not expressly
approved by the manufacturer could
void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
Canada
Industry Canada (IC)
Steam Controller IC: 20207-1001
Wireless Dongle IC: 20207-1002
This device complies with Industry Canada license-
