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... region. s USB Cable s Ethernet Cable s Euro-AV Connector Plug (supplied with the system sold in the UK only) 2 Friends Chatting and exchanging messages Network Connecting to the Internet Game Playing games Video Playing video Music Playing music Photo Displaying images Settings Adjusting PS3™ system settings Users Selecting users to log in to the use and basic hardware operations. • User's Guide (http://manuals.playstation.net/document/) This online document is supplied with the...
... region. s USB Cable s Ethernet Cable s Euro-AV Connector Plug (supplied with the system sold in the UK only) 2 Friends Chatting and exchanging messages Network Connecting to the Internet Game Playing games Video Playing video Music Playing music Photo Displaying images Settings Adjusting PS3™ system settings Users Selecting users to log in to the use and basic hardware operations. • User's Guide (http://manuals.playstation.net/document/) This online document is supplied with the...
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... m Step 4: Connect the AC Power Cord. Refer to the instruction manual for "progressive". Page 9 m Step 3: Connect the Ethernet Cable. Page 11 Step 1: Connect to a TV Video output on the system will display as "Standard (PAL)". Page 11 m Step 5: Perform initial setup of the system software. Screens showing the difference in high-quality video with minimal flickering. *2 The video output setting on the PS3™...
... m Step 4: Connect the AC Power Cord. Refer to the instruction manual for "progressive". Page 9 m Step 3: Connect the Ethernet Cable. Page 11 Step 1: Connect to a TV Video output on the system will display as "Standard (PAL)". Page 11 m Step 5: Perform initial setup of the system software. Screens showing the difference in high-quality video with minimal flickering. *2 The video output setting on the PS3™...
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... TV or content to match the TV in use . VIDEO L-AUDIO-R 576i*² 576i*² 576i*² 7 Cable type Input connector on the system will display as "Standard (PAL)". Select a cable to be played, some video modes may not be supported. *2 The video output setting on the TV Supported video modes*¹ HDMI Cable (sold separately) HDMI IN connector 1080p / 1080i / 720p / 576p Component...
... TV or content to match the TV in use . VIDEO L-AUDIO-R 576i*² 576i*² 576i*² 7 Cable type Input connector on the system will display as "Standard (PAL)". Select a cable to be played, some video modes may not be supported. *2 The video output setting on the TV Supported video modes*¹ HDMI Cable (sold separately) HDMI IN connector 1080p / 1080i / 720p / 576p Component...
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... enjoy digital-quality video and audio with the system AV Cable TV sold in the UK only) (supplied) HDMI OUT connector Euro-AV Connector (SCART) Example: When using an HDMI Cable (sold separately) HDMI IN connector 8 Hint If you have made all other than the HDMI Cable to the TV using the supplied AV Cable TV HDMI Cable (sold separately). Connecting to a TV using an HDMI Cable Connect the system...
... enjoy digital-quality video and audio with the system AV Cable TV sold in the UK only) (supplied) HDMI OUT connector Euro-AV Connector (SCART) Example: When using an HDMI Cable (sold separately) HDMI IN connector 8 Hint If you have made all other than the HDMI Cable to the TV using the supplied AV Cable TV HDMI Cable (sold separately). Connecting to a TV using an HDMI Cable Connect the system...
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... is turned on network settings, see "Using a wireless connection" ( page 23). • If a device is connected to the PS3™ system directly. For details, see "Adjusting network settings" ( page 22). For details on (power indicator is equipped with an HDMI input connector, use a video output cable of cords or cables that is lit green). Hint If using an Ethernet Cable. Caution The system supports 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX and...
... is turned on network settings, see "Using a wireless connection" ( page 23). • If a device is connected to the PS3™ system directly. For details, see "Adjusting network settings" ( page 22). For details on (power indicator is equipped with an HDMI input connector, use a video output cable of cords or cables that is lit green). Hint If using an Ethernet Cable. Caution The system supports 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX and...
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... be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. Getting started Setting up the PS3™ system Step 4: Connect the AC Power Cord Connect the AC Power Cord. Step 5: Perform initial setup of the system software After turning on the system, perform initial setup. 1 Turn on the TV. 2 Turn on the TV screen. 11 MAIN POWER switch AC IN connector AC Power Cord (supplied) To...
... be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. Getting started Setting up the PS3™ system Step 4: Connect the AC Power Cord Connect the AC Power Cord. Step 5: Perform initial setup of the system software After turning on the system, perform initial setup. 1 Turn on the TV. 2 Turn on the TV screen. 11 MAIN POWER switch AC IN connector AC Power Cord (supplied) To...
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... and the type of cable used, video output settings may need to adjust the settings. 12 For details, refer to the system using a USB Cable. 6 Perform initial setup. After initial setup is completed, the Home Menu ( page 3) will recognise the Wireless Controller. Getting started Setting up the PS3™ system 4 Connect the Wireless Controller to the online user's guide ( page 27). Go to enter settings for system language, time...
... and the type of cable used, video output settings may need to adjust the settings. 12 For details, refer to the system using a USB Cable. 6 Perform initial setup. After initial setup is completed, the Home Menu ( page 3) will recognise the Wireless Controller. Getting started Setting up the PS3™ system 4 Connect the Wireless Controller to the online user's guide ( page 27). Go to enter settings for system language, time...
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...pair it may cause malfunction or damage to the system. 13 Power button Power indicator status Solid green Flashing green Solid red Off System turned on and off Using a SIXAXIS™ Wireless Controller Press the PS button. A controller number is not in standby mode, it with the system ( ... select it is assigned. 03 Basic operations Turning the PS3™ system on System turning off System off (in standby mode) MAIN POWER switch off Power indicator 2 Press the PS button of the Wireless Controller. Using the system button 1 Touch the power button. Notice Check that the system is...
...pair it may cause malfunction or damage to the system. 13 Power button Power indicator status Solid green Flashing green Solid red Off System turned on and off Using a SIXAXIS™ Wireless Controller Press the PS button. A controller number is not in standby mode, it with the system ( ... select it is assigned. 03 Basic operations Turning the PS3™ system on System turning off System off (in standby mode) MAIN POWER switch off Power indicator 2 Press the PS button of the Wireless Controller. Using the system button 1 Touch the power button. Notice Check that the system is...
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... PS3™ system m Step 2: Assign a controller number. If you turn on (power indicator is turned on the system and connect the controller using with the original system is shown by the number above the port indicators. Example: Controller number 5 has been assigned. 1234 1 USB Cable (supplied) Check that the system is lit solid green). 04 Basic operations Using the SIXAXIS™ Wireless Controller Preparing for use...
... PS3™ system m Step 2: Assign a controller number. If you turn on (power indicator is turned on the system and connect the controller using with the original system is shown by the number above the port indicators. Example: Controller number 5 has been assigned. 1234 1 USB Cable (supplied) Check that the system is lit solid green). 04 Basic operations Using the SIXAXIS™ Wireless Controller Preparing for use...
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...system turned on (power indicator is low. When charging has completed, the port indicators stop flashing. The battery charge level is lit green), connect the controller to the system using a USB Cable. The battery has no charge. Charge the controller. Battery charge ...USB Cable can check the battery charge level on the screen. Basic operations Using the SIXAXIS™ Wireless Controller Using the controller wirelessly If you disconnect the USB Cable, you can be connected or disconnected while the controller and the system are turned on. To use it wirelessly, the controller's...
...system turned on (power indicator is low. When charging has completed, the port indicators stop flashing. The battery charge level is lit green), connect the controller to the system using a USB Cable. The battery has no charge. Charge the controller. Battery charge ...USB Cable can check the battery charge level on the screen. Basic operations Using the SIXAXIS™ Wireless Controller Using the controller wirelessly If you disconnect the USB Cable, you can be connected or disconnected while the controller and the system are turned on. To use it wirelessly, the controller's...
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... on the media may be displayed. Devices can be connected while the system is not possible to restore or repair the software or data. File formats that can be played or viewed File formats that can be displayed. If ...connected. 1 Connect the USB device. button. Note that SCEE will be played or viewed on the hard disk drive as a precaution against possible loss or corruption. Doing so may cause data loss or corruption. Refer also to the instructions supplied with a write-protect switch, do not operate the switch when the device is connected to the online user's guide...
... on the media may be displayed. Devices can be connected while the system is not possible to restore or repair the software or data. File formats that can be played or viewed File formats that can be displayed. If ...connected. 1 Connect the USB device. button. Note that SCEE will be played or viewed on the hard disk drive as a precaution against possible loss or corruption. Doing so may cause data loss or corruption. Refer also to the instructions supplied with a write-protect switch, do not operate the switch when the device is connected to the online user's guide...
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... the PS button for the latest information regarding compatible titles. When you must create internal memory cards ( page 20). Visit faq.eu.playstation.com/bc for at least 2 seconds. Controller settings You can change the number assigned to the supported controller number.* *You cannot assign controller port 2-D using the PS3™ system. Certain PlayStation®2 format software titles may not perform properly on this system...
... the PS button for the latest information regarding compatible titles. When you must create internal memory cards ( page 20). Visit faq.eu.playstation.com/bc for at least 2 seconds. Controller settings You can change the number assigned to the supported controller number.* *You cannot assign controller port 2-D using the PS3™ system. Certain PlayStation®2 format software titles may not perform properly on this system...
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... of a MEMORY CARD slot on -screen instructions to slots. Create an internal memory card within the hard disk as a replacement for the Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) • Memory Card Internal memory card (PS2) Internal memory card (PS) Step 2: Assign a slot. Insert the internal memory card in • Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) or Memory Card. Game Playing games Saved data for PlayStation®2/PlayStation® format software To save data from PlayStation® format (PS) software 20
... of a MEMORY CARD slot on -screen instructions to slots. Create an internal memory card within the hard disk as a replacement for the Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) • Memory Card Internal memory card (PS2) Internal memory card (PS) Step 2: Assign a slot. Insert the internal memory card in • Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) or Memory Card. Game Playing games Saved data for PlayStation®2/PlayStation® format software To save data from PlayStation® format (PS) software 20
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... press the button. (Game) in 2 Connect the Memory Card Adaptor to the system. 3 Insert the memory card that you want to use, and then press the button. Assign a slot. Press the PS button of saved data to copy is copied to an internal memory card as shown below. Follow the on-screen instructions to the instructions supplied with the software. • You can...
... press the button. (Game) in 2 Connect the Memory Card Adaptor to the system. 3 Insert the memory card that you want to use, and then press the button. Assign a slot. Press the PS button of saved data to copy is copied to an internal memory card as shown below. Follow the on-screen instructions to the instructions supplied with the software. • You can...
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... line. 07 Network Adjusting network settings Using a wired connection The following items are required for a wired connection to the Internet. • Subscription to an Internet service provider (ISP) • A network device, such as a DSL modem or router • Ethernet Cable (supplied) Setting up the Internet connection When making a wired connection to the Internet, usually you cannot use and the network environment...
... line. 07 Network Adjusting network settings Using a wired connection The following items are required for a wired connection to the Internet. • Subscription to an Internet service provider (ISP) • A network device, such as a DSL modem or router • Ethernet Cable (supplied) Setting up the Internet connection When making a wired connection to the Internet, usually you cannot use and the network environment...
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..." or "Custom" and adjust settings as a DSL or cable modem Router Not necessary if the DSL or cable modem or other network device has built-in use and the network environment. For information on network settings, refer to the instructions supplied by the Internet service provider or with the network device. You can manually enter detailed settings information. Follow the on...
..." or "Custom" and adjust settings as a DSL or cable modem Router Not necessary if the DSL or cable modem or other network device has built-in use and the network environment. For information on network settings, refer to the instructions supplied by the Internet service provider or with the network device. You can manually enter detailed settings information. Follow the on...
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...2 Select "Internet Connection Settings", and then press the button. You can find the MAC address for your system when connecting to the Internet. Setting up the system to connect wirelessly to the Internet. • Subscription to an Internet service provider (ISP)...instructions explain the most common network configuration. 24 Hint In some regions, you must first adjust network settings. When a message stating that the Internet connection will search for the access point (SSID, WEP key, WPA key) *Not necessary if using an access point that support automatic setup...
...2 Select "Internet Connection Settings", and then press the button. You can find the MAC address for your system when connecting to the Internet. Setting up the system to connect wirelessly to the Internet. • Subscription to an Internet service provider (ISP)...instructions explain the most common network configuration. 24 Hint In some regions, you must first adjust network settings. When a message stating that the Internet connection will search for the access point (SSID, WEP key, WPA key) *Not necessary if using an access point that support automatic setup...
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Easy Custom Basic settings are set automatically. For detailed information on -screen instructions to adjust the required settings. Follow the on network settings, refer to the instructions supplied by the Internet service provider or with the network device. You can manually enter detailed settings information. For information on settings, refer to the online user's guide ( page 27). 26 Network Adjusting network settings 9 Select "Easy" or "Custom" and adjust settings as necessary.
Easy Custom Basic settings are set automatically. For detailed information on -screen instructions to adjust the required settings. Follow the on network settings, refer to the instructions supplied by the Internet service provider or with the network device. You can manually enter detailed settings information. For information on settings, refer to the online user's guide ( page 27). 26 Network Adjusting network settings 9 Select "Easy" or "Custom" and adjust settings as necessary.
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... view the online user's guide for the PS3™ system. A busy icon is displayed while the page is loading. Creating a PLAYSTATION®Network account By creating a PLAYSTATION®Network account, you can use the PS3™ system's online network service and other features. 08 Network Connecting to the Internet If network settings are already completed, the PS3™ system will automatically connect to the...
... view the online user's guide for the PS3™ system. A busy icon is displayed while the page is loading. Creating a PLAYSTATION®Network account By creating a PLAYSTATION®Network account, you can use the PS3™ system's online network service and other features. 08 Network Connecting to the Internet If network settings are already completed, the PS3™ system will automatically connect to the...
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.... Update using the update data saved on a Memory Stick™ or other media. Checking the system software version You can update using storage media You can check system version information by downloading the update data from the Internet. The system software is automatically downloaded. Select (Settings) (System Update) "Update via Internet". Update methods You can also be able to play without first updating the system software. •...
.... Update using the update data saved on a Memory Stick™ or other media. Checking the system software version You can update using storage media You can check system version information by downloading the update data from the Internet. The system software is automatically downloaded. Select (Settings) (System Update) "Update via Internet". Update methods You can also be able to play without first updating the system software. •...
