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WARNING: PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE PRECAUTIONS BOOKLET INCLUDED WITH THIS PRODUCT BEFORE
USING YOUR NINTENDO ®HARDWARE SYSTEM, GAME DISC OR ACCESSORY. THIS BOOKLET CONTAINS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
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:
1. Sit or stand as far from the screen as possible.
2. Play video games on the smallest available television screen.
3. Do not play if you are tired or need sleep.
4. Play in a well-lit room.
5. Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour.
WARNING - Repetitive Motion Injuries
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 - Electric Shock
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.
CAUTION - Motion Sickness
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.
CAUTION - Laser Device
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.
Note: To see an official diagram of a Nintendo GameCube controller, as well as Nintendo’s official seal and
information on NFL2K3’s ESRB rating, see pages 1 and 2 of the NFL2K3 Manual included with your game.
BEGIN THE GAME
1. Turn OFF/ON the POWER Button on your Nintendo Gamecube™ video game system.
2. Make sure a Nintendo Gamecube Controller is plugged into the Nintendo Gamecube video game system.
• If you’re playing against friends, plug additional Nintendo Gamecube Controllers into the Nintendo
Gamecube video game system.