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Safe environment
Use the headset only in a safe environment,
as you may not notice real world obstacles in virtual
reality.
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Always be aware of your surroundings before
starting to use and while using the headset.
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Never use the headset in situations that require
attention, such as walking, bicycling, or driving.
Do not use the headset while in a moving vehicle.
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Remember that while using the headset, you may
be unaware that people may enter your area.
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Clear the area from obstacles and hazards,
people, furniture, and any other items that can
prevent you from moving freely before using the
headset.
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Do not use the headset near walls, stairs,
balconies, windows, open doorways, low ceilings,
ceiling fans, light fixtures, breakable items, open
flames, heat sources, or any other items you can
bump into or knock down.
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Keep in mind the location of the cables and
power cords so that you do not walk on, trip over,
or pull on them while using the headset. Do not
jerk, knot, or bend cables or cords.
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Do not handle sharp or otherwise dangerous
objects while using the headset.
Seizures
Some people may experience severe
dizziness, fainting, epileptic seizures or blackouts
triggered by light flashes, patterns, or exposure to
infrared light sources of an eye tracker even though
they have no history of these conditions. If you
experience any of these symptoms, stop using the
headset and consult a doctor. If you have a previous
history with these symptoms, consult a doctor
before using the headset. To reduce the likelihood
of a seizure, do not use the headset when you are
tired.
Discomfort
Some people may experience dry eyes,
eye strain, eye or muscle twitching, involuntary
movements, altered, blurred or double vision
or other visual abnormalities, dizziness,
lightheadedness, disorientation, discomfort or
pain in the head or eyes, headache, impaired
balance, impaired hand-eye coordination, excessive
sweating, increased salivation, nausea, fatigue, loss
of awareness, or seizures or other symptoms of
motion sickness, when using virtual reality.
When you start to use virtual reality, keep your first
sessions short and take regular breaks. If you feel
discomfort, stop using the headset and continue
only after the symptoms have disappeared. Do not
drive, operate machinery, or engage in other visually
or physically demanding activities until you have
fully recovered from any symptoms.
Overuse
Take regular breaks when using the
headset. Prolonged use may impact your hand-eye
coordination or balance, and may cause other
negative effects.
Repetitive stress injuries
Use the headset in a comfortable position.
Do not use excess force when gripping the headset
or pressing the buttons. If you experience tingling,
numbness, burning, stiffness, throbbing, or other
discomfort, stop using the headset and rest until