Nintendo Switch Important Information Manual

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Nintendo Switch™
Important Information
Nintendo  may  change  product  specifications  and  update  this  information  from  time  to  time.  The  latest  version  of  the  Important  Information document is available at http://docs.nintendo-europe.com  (This service may not be available in some countries.) 
For more information about Nintendo Switch, please visit the Nintendo Support website. 
support.nintendo.com
Manufacturer: Nintendo Co., Ltd., Kyoto 601-8501, Japan
Importer in the EU:  Nintendo of Europe GmbH, Herriotstrasse 4, 60528 Frankfurt, Germany  
						

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Health and Safety Information
Please read and observe the health and safety information. Failure to do so could result in injury or damage. 
Adults should supervise the use of this product by children.
 WARNING – Seizures
   Some people (about 1 in 4000) ma y have seizures or blackouts triggered by light flashes or patterns, 
and this may occur while they are watching TV or playing video games, even if they have never had a 
seizure 
 
befor
 e. Anyone who has ever experienced seizures, loss of awareness or any other symptom 
linked to an epileptic condition should consult a doctor before playing video games.
   Stop playing and consult a doctor if you have any   unusu al symptoms, such as: convulsions, eye or  muscle twitching, loss of awar
eness, altered vision, involuntary movements, or disorientation.
 To reduce the likelihood of a seizure when playing video games: • Do not pla
y if you are tired or need sleep.
• 
 
Pla
 y in a well-lit room.
 • 

Take a break of 10 to 15 minutes every hour.
 WARNING – Eye Strain, Motion Sickness and Repetitive Motion Injuries
 Avoid excessively long play sessions.  Take a break of 10 to 15 minutes every hour, even if you don’t think you need it. Stop playing if you experience any of these symptoms:•    If y our eyes become tired or sore while playing, or if you feel dizzy, nauseated or tired;
• 
   
If y
 our hands, wrists, or arms become tired or sore while playing, or if you feel tingling, numbness, 
burning or 
 
stiffness or 
  
other discomfor
 t.
 

 
If any of these sympt
 oms persist, consult a doctor.
 WARNING – Pregnancy and Medical Conditions
 Consult a doctor before playing games that may require physical activity if:
•    Y ou are pregnant;
• 
  
Y
 ou suffer from heart, respiratory, back, joint or orthopaedic problems;
• 
 
Y
 ou have high blood pressure;
 

 
• Y
 our doctor has instructed you to restrict your physical activity;
 

 
• Y
 ou have any other medical condition that may be aggravated by physical activity.
   Persons who have an injury or disorder involving their fingers, hands or arms should not use the vibration feature.
 WARNING – Batteries
   Stop using if a battery is leaking.  
If battery fluid comes into contact with your eyes, immediately rinse your eyes with plenty of water and 
 consult a doct

or. If any fluid leaks on your hands, wash them thoroughly with water. Carefully wipe the 
fluid from the 
 
exterior of the de
 vice with a cloth.
   The battery for the console/Joy-Con™ is a lithium-ion rechargeable battery. Do not replace the batteries yourself. The batteries must be removed and replaced by a qualified professional. Please contact Nintendo 
Customer Support for more information. 
 WARNING – Electrical Safety
   Observe the following precautions when using the AC adapter:
• Use only the AC adapter (HAC-002) to charge the console. 
• Connect the AC adapter to the correct voltage (AC 100 - 240V). 
• Do not use voltage transformers or plugs that 
 
deliv
 er reduced amounts of electricity. 
• The AC adapter should be plugged into a nearby, easily 
 
accessible sock
 et. 
• The AC adapter is for indoor use only. 
• 
 
If y
 ou hear a strange noise, see smoke or smell something strange, unplug the AC adapter from the 
socket and contact Nintendo Customer Support.
 Do not expose de vices to fire, microwaves, high temperatures or direct sunlight.   Do not let devices come into contact with liquid and do not use them with wet or oily hands.  
If liquid gets inside, stop using and contact Nintendo Customer Support.
TV mode
Tabletop mode
Inserting a microSD card
Using this Console   
						

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   Do not expose devices to excessive force.  
Do not pull on cables and do not twist them too tightly.
 Do not touch device connectors with your fingers or metal objects. Do not touch the AC adapter or connected devices while charging during a thunderstorm. Use only compatible accessories that ha ve been approved for use in your country.   Do not disassemble or try to repair devices. 
If devices are damaged, stop using them and contact Nintendo Customer Support. Do not touch 
 damaged ar

eas. Avoid contact with any leaking fluid.
 WARNING – General
   Keep this console, its accessories and packaging materials away from young children and pets.   
Small parts such as game cards, microSD cards and packaging items may be accidentally ingested. 
The cables can coil around the neck.
   Do not use this console within 25 centimetr es (10 inches) of a cardiac pacemaker while using wireless  communication. If y
ou have a pacemaker or other implanted medical device, first consult a doctor.
   Wireless communication may not be allowed in certain places such as aeroplanes or hospitals.  Please follow respective regulations.
   Do not look dir ectly into the IR Motion Camera, which is located on the right Joy-Con controller.  
This can lead to impaired vision and other problems.
   Do not use ex cessive volume for headphones.   
This may damage your hearing. Keep the volume at a level at which you can hear your surroundings.  
Consult a 
 
doct
 or if you experience symptoms such as buzzing in your ears.
   Stop playing if you are holding the console or the controllers while charging and they become too hot, as this may lead to skin burns.
CAREFUL USAGE
   Do not place the console in humid ar eas or areas where the temperature can suddenly change.  
If condensation forms, turn the power off and wait until the water dr oplets have evaporated.
 Do not use in dusty or smoky areas.    Do not cover the console’s air intakes or vents while playing to avoid overheating.    If devices become dirty, wipe them with a soft, dry cloth.  
Avoid using thinner, benzene or alcohol.
 Be aware of your surroundings while playing.   Make sure to charge the built-in batteries at least once every six months.  
If the batteries are not used for an extended period of time, it may become   impossible t o charge them.
Please make sure you read the Health and Safety Information page on the Nintendo Switch console 
once it has been set up. You can access this information from SUPPORT in 
 (System Settings) on 
the HOME Menu. 
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR PARENTS
Parental Controls
Nintendo Switch offers a variety of exciting features. However, as a parent, you might want to restrict 
certain things which you deem unsuitable for children. We have prepared special steps to enable 
you to make Nintendo Switch safe for your family.
Nintendo Switch Parental Controls are available on the console itself and can also be controlled by 
an app on your smart device. During the initial setup of your console, you can select how you would 
like to set Parental Controls. Follow the on-screen instructions to finish setting Parental Controls.
On the console itself, you can use a PIN to set and change your desired Parental Controls settings. 
Your PIN can also be used to temporarily disable Parental Controls if you should wish to do so.
You can also change your settings at any time – even when you are away from home – using the 
 dedicated app.
Pur

chase Restrictions in Nintendo eShop
In order to restrict Nintendo eShop purchases, you must associate your child’s Nintendo Account with 
your Nintendo Account. Access your Nintendo Account on a smart device or PC to create an account 
for your child or associate an existing account with yours and set restrictions as you deem appropriate 
in the Nintendo Account settings. https://accounts.nintendo.com
Using the Joy-Con Controllers
Charge and pair controllers before using them for the first time. You can charge and pair controllers by  attaching them directly to the console or using the Joy-Con charging grip (HAC-012) (sold separately). To 
charge the controllers fully when they are attached to the console, ensure that the console is charging at 
the same time.
When playing with a Joy-Con detached from the console, make sure to use a Joy-Con strap accessory. 
To attach a Joy-Con strap accessory, match the + or – Button on the controller 
with the same symbol on the accessory. Slide the Joy-Con strap accessory 
onto the controller and lock it 
 
using the slide lock. 
 Then, put on and tighten 
the wrist strap. Hold the controller securely and do not let go of it. Allow 
 adequate r

oom around you during gameplay. When you are done playing, 
 r

elease the slide lock before detaching the accessory from the Joy-Con.
When attaching a Joy-Con to the console or attaching a Joy-Con strap 
 accessor

y, make sure that you orientate the Joy-Con   
corr
 ectly and slide it  
into place until you hear a clicking sound. 
Activating and Deactivating Wireless Internet Connection
To activate wireless internet connection, go to INTERNET in  (System Settings) on the HOME Menu  and 
proceed to set up a connection.
To deactivate wireless internet connection in handheld or tabletop mode, hold down the HOME Button to 
enter Quick Settings, then set Flight Mode to On. Alternatively, in handheld or tabletop mode, start 
 
(System Settings) from the HOME Menu, then set Flight Mode to On.
Disposal of this Product
Do not dispose of this product or built-in batteries in household waste.  
 For details see http://docs.nintendo-europe.com
Warranty Information
To find out how to receive warranty information, see support.nintendo.com       
						

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Support Information
Nintendo Switch Operating frequency band(s)Maximum radio-frequency power
Bluetooth
®2402-2480MHz  4dBm
Wi-Fi 2412-2472MHz / 5180-5320MHz (in-
door use only) / 5500-5700MHz  19dBm / 17dBm / 17dBm
Joy-Con (L)Operating frequency band(s)
Maximum radio-frequency power
Bluetooth 2402-2480MHz  6dBm
Joy-Con (R)Operating frequency 
band(s)  Maximum 
 
radio-frequency power Maximum 
 
field strength
Bluetooth 2402-2480MHz 6dBm–
NFC 13.56MHz –-6dBµA/m
Automatic power-down (sleep mode) could help save energy by reducing the amount of time the 
 Nintendo Switch console r

emains on, but not in use. See http://docs.nintendo-europe.com for further 
 information about sleep mode and the console

's power consumption.
Technical Specifications
Nintendo Customer Support (UK and Ireland)  [1 80416/UKV]
Nintendo Customer Support [email protected]
www.nintendoservicecentre.co.uk  
(for support and repairs)   
www.nintendo.co.uk  
(for general enquiries)
PO Bo
 x 4678, Windsor, SL4 9DZ   
United Kingdom
(+

44) 0345 60 50 247  
(UK: Calls charged at the national rate. • Ireland: Calls charged at the international rate of  the s
 ervice provider.)
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITYHereby, Nintendo declares that the radio equipment type (Nintendo Switch/Joy-Con) is in compliance with  Directive 2014/53/EU.  T he full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet 
 addr

ess: http://docs.nintendo-europe.com
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