Sony Video Game Console 2 894 645 231 User Manual

Quick Reference  
2-894-645-23(1)  
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Home Menu  
Using "XMB" (XrossMediaBar)  
The PS3™ system includes a user interface called "XMB"  
(XrossMediaBar). The main screen for "XMB" is called the "Home  
Menu".  
Category  
Select a category using the left or  
right button.  
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Select an item using the up or  
down button.  
2
Press the  
selected item.  
button to confirm the  
3
Directional buttons:  
button: Displays the options menu/control panel  
Used to select on-screen categories/items  
Selecting an icon and pressing the  
Pressing the  
button during content  
PS button:  
Displays the Home Menu  
Turns the system on/off  
button will display the options menu. playback will display the control panel.  
button:  
Confirms the selected item  
Icons  
Options menu  
Control panel  
button:  
Cancels an operation  
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Getting started  
01 Part names  
System front  
System rear  
Slot cover*3  
CF*1 slot*3  
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector  
AV MULTI OUT connector  
Eject button*3  
SD*2 Memory Card slot*3  
Memory Stick™ slot*3  
PS family logo  
Can be rotated to match the  
position of the system  
CF  
SD/miniSD  
MAIN POWER switch  
AC IN connector  
Vent  
LAN connector  
HDMI OUT connector  
Disc slot  
Power button  
Vent  
Eject button  
WLAN access indicator*3  
HDD access indicator  
USB connectors  
*1 CompactFlash® *2 Secure Digital *3 On equipped models only  
Hint  
The system can be set in a horizontal or vertical position.  
Set as shown in the diagram at right when setting in the  
vertical position.  
Caution  
• Do not use the system in a closed cabinet or other locations where heat  
may build up. Doing so may cause the system to overheat and may lead to  
fire, injury or malfunction.  
Notice  
Do not place the system in an area subject to excessive  
dust or cigarette smoke. Dust build-up or cigarette  
smoke residue on the internal components (such as the  
lens) may cause the system to malfunction.  
• If the system’s internal temperature becomes elevated, the power indicator  
will flash alternately in red and green. In this case, turn off the system  
page 13) and leave it unused for a while. After the system cools down,  
move it to a location with good ventilation, and then resume use.  
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Part names  
SIXAXIS™ Wireless Controller  
Port indicators  
USB connector  
L2 button  
L1 button  
R2 button  
R1 button  
button  
button  
button  
button  
Directional  
buttons  
Left stick/  
L3 button*  
Right stick/  
R3 button*  
SELECT button  
START button  
PS button  
* The L3 and R3 buttons function when the sticks are pressed.  
Hint  
For details on the Wireless Controller, see "Using the SIXAXIS™ Wireless  
Controller" (  
page 14).  
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02 Setting up the PS3™ system  
Procedure flow for setting up the  
system  
Step 1: Connect to a TV  
Video output on the PS3™ system  
Step 1: Connect to a TV.  
Page 6  
The PS3™ system can output two types of resolution: HD and SD. Refer to the instruction manual  
for the TV in use to check which video mode is supported.  
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(High Definition)  
(Standard Definition)  
HD  
SD  
Video mode *1  
Aspect ratio  
1080p  
16:9  
1080i  
720p  
16:9  
576p  
576i *2  
Step 2: Connect digital audio  
devices.  
Page 9  
16:9  
4:3  
16:9  
4:3  
16:9  
*1 This number indicates the number of scan lines. Note that "i" stands for "interlace" and "p" stands for  
"progressive". Using progressive results in high-quality video with minimal flickering.  
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*2 The video output setting on the system will display as "Standard (PAL)".  
Step 3: Connect the Ethernet  
Cable. Page 10  
Screens showing the difference in resolution  
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Step 4: Connect the AC Power  
Cord. Page 11  
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Step 5: Perform initial setup of  
the system software.  
Page 11  
HD screen  
SD screen  
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Setting up the PS3™ system  
Video output cable types  
The resolution displayed on the TV varies depending on the input connectors on the TV and the type of cable in use. Select a cable to match  
the TV in use.  
Cable type  
Input connector on the TV  
Supported video modes*¹  
HDMI Cable  
(sold separately)  
HDMI IN connector  
1080p / 1080i / 720p / 576p  
COMPONENT VIDEO IN  
B/CB R/CR  
AUDIO IN  
Y
P
P
L
R
Component AV Cable  
(sold separately)  
Component VIDEO IN  
connector  
1080p / 1080i / 720p / 576p / 576i*²  
S VIDEO  
VIDEO  
L
-
AUDIO  
-
R
R
S VIDEO Cable  
(sold separately)  
S VIDEO IN connector  
576i*²  
576i*²  
L
-
AUDIO  
-
AV Cable  
(supplied)  
VIDEO IN connector  
(composite)  
AV Cable  
(supplied)  
Euro-AV Connector Plug  
(supplied with the system  
sold in the UK only)  
Euro-AV connector  
(SCART)  
576i*²  
*1 Depending on the type of TV or content to be played, some video modes may not be supported.  
*2 The video output setting on the system will display as "Standard (PAL)".  
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Setting up the PS3™ system  
Connecting with other types of cables  
Connect cables other than the HDMI Cable to the AV MULTI OUT  
connector on the system.  
Connection methods  
Caution  
• Do not plug the AC Power Cord for the system into an electrical outlet until  
you have made all other connections.  
• The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily  
accessible.  
AV MULTI OUT connector  
Connecting to a TV using an HDMI Cable  
Euro-AV Connector Plug  
(supplied with the system AV Cable  
sold in the UK only)  
Connect the system to the TV using an HDMI Cable (sold separately).  
An HDMI Cable can output both video and audio and enables you to  
enjoy digital-quality video and audio with minimal loss of picture  
quality.  
(supplied)  
TV  
Euro-AV Connector (SCART)  
Example: When using the supplied AV Cable  
HDMI OUT connector  
HDMI Cable (sold separately)  
TV  
HDMI IN connector  
Hint  
If you change the type of cable used to connect the system, the picture may not  
be displayed. If this happens, turn off the system and then turn it on again by  
touching the power button on the system front until it makes a small beep (about  
5 seconds). The picture will be displayed at the system’s default resolution.  
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Setting up the PS3™ system  
Step 2: Connect digital audio devices  
Connecting with an optical cable  
You can connect audio devices that support digital audio output,  
such as an AV receiver for home entertainment use.  
The audio will be output from the optical cable. The picture will be  
output from the video output cable.  
Hint  
When connecting a digital audio device to the system, go to  
(Sound Settings) "Audio Output Settings", and adjust the settings as  
necessary for the audio device.  
(Settings)  
Optical cable for audio  
(sold separately)  
Audio output on the PS3™ system  
The supported channels may vary depending on the output  
connector to be used.  
Video output cable  
for the TV in use  
(
page 7)  
Channels that can be used for output  
PS3™ system output connectors  
2 Ch.  
5.1 Ch.  
7.1 Ch.  
AV MULTI OUT connector  
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)  
connector *1  
2
3
HDMI OUT connector  
* *  
Digital audio device  
TV  
such as an AV receiver  
*1 Audio from a Super Audio CD cannot be output from the DIGITAL OUT  
(OPTICAL) connector.  
*2 A device compatible with Linear PCM 7.1 Ch. is required to output 7.1 Ch.  
audio from the HDMI OUT connector.  
*3 This system does not support output from the DTS-HD 7.1 Ch. DTS-HD 7.1  
Ch audio is output from a 5.1 or lower channel.  
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Setting up the PS3™ system  
Step 3: Connect the Ethernet Cable  
Connecting with an HDMI Cable  
Both audio and video will be output from the HDMI Cable. You can  
output the TV picture via an audio device.  
Using an Ethernet Cable, you can connect the system to the Internet.  
For details on network settings, see "Adjusting network settings"  
(
page 22).  
Caution  
The system supports 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX and 1000BASE-T networks. Do  
not connect a standard telephone line or other types of cords or cables that  
are not compatible with the system directly to the LAN connector on the  
system, as this may cause heat build-up, fire or malfunction.  
HDMI Cable (sold separately)  
LAN connector  
Digital audio device such  
as an AV receiver  
LAN access indicator  
HDMI Cable (sold separately)  
Ethernet Cable (supplied)  
TV  
Hint  
Hints  
If using a PS3™ system that is equipped with the wireless LAN feature, you can  
connect to the Internet without using an Ethernet Cable. For details, see "Using  
• If your TV is not equipped with an HDMI input connector, use a video output  
a wireless connection" (  
page 23).  
cable of the correct type for your TV (  
system directly.  
page 7) to connect it to the PS3™  
• If a device is connected to the PS3™ system via an HDMI Cable, do not turn  
off the device while the PS3™ system is turned on (power indicator is lit  
green). Doing so may cause sound distortions or produce abnormal sounds.  
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Setting up the PS3™ system  
Step 4: Connect the AC Power Cord  
Step 5: Perform initial setup of the system software  
Connect the AC Power Cord.  
After turning on the system, perform initial setup.  
Caution  
1 Turn on the TV.  
• Do not plug the AC Power Cord for the system into an electrical outlet until  
you have made all other connections.  
2 Turn on the MAIN POWER switch.  
• The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily  
accessible.  
MAIN POWER switch  
AC IN connector  
AC Power Cord (supplied)  
The power indicator will turn solid red to indicate that the system has  
entered standby mode.  
To the electrical outlet  
3 Touch the power button.  
Some regions and  
countries may use a  
different electrical outlet  
plug from the one  
illustrated.  
Power button  
Power indicator  
The power indicator turns green and the picture is displayed on the TV  
screen.  
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Setting up the PS3™ system  
4 Connect the Wireless Controller to the system using a USB  
6 Perform initial setup.  
Cable.  
USB connector  
USB Cable (supplied)  
Follow the on-screen instructions to enter settings for system language,  
time zone, date and time and user name. After initial setup is completed,  
the Home Menu (  
page 3) will be displayed on the TV screen.  
USB connector  
Hints  
• For details on entering text, see "Using the on-screen keyboard"  
page 30).  
(
• Settings entered during initial setup can be changed under  
(Users). For details, refer to the online user’s guide (  
(Settings) or  
page 27).  
5 Press the PS button on the controller.  
The system will recognise the Wireless Controller. After it has recognised  
the controller, the initial setup screen will be displayed.  
Adjusting video output settings  
Depending on the connector and the type of cable used, video  
output settings may need to be adjusted to display HD resolution on  
the TV screen (  
Go to (Settings)  
and follow the on-screen instructions to adjust the settings.  
page 6).  
(Display Settings) "Video Output Settings"  
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Basic operations  
03 Turning the PS3™ system on and off  
Using a SIXAXIS™ Wireless Controller  
Press the PS button.  
Turning off the system  
Press and hold down the PS button for  
PS button  
one second or longer. When the message  
"Turn Off the System" is displayed on the  
screen, select it and then press the  
button.  
Hint  
Before using a Wireless Controller you must first  
pair it with the system (  
page 14).  
Using the system button  
Power indicator status  
1 Touch the power button.  
Turning off the system  
Solid green  
Flashing green  
Solid red  
Off  
System turned on  
Touch the power button for two seconds  
or longer.  
System turning off  
System off (in standby mode)  
MAIN POWER switch off  
Notice  
Check that the system is in standby mode  
(power indicator red) before turning it off  
using the MAIN POWER switch on the  
system rear. If you turn off the system using  
the MAIN POWER switch when it is not in  
standby mode, it may cause malfunction,  
data loss or corruption, or damage to the  
system.  
Power button  
Power indicator  
2 Press the PS button of the Wireless Controller.  
A controller number is assigned.  
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Basic operations  
04 Using the SIXAXIS™ Wireless Controller  
Preparing for use  
Step 2: Assign a controller number  
To use a Wireless Controller, you must first register or "pair" the  
controller with the PS3™ system and assign a number to the controller.  
Each time you turn on the system, a number must be assigned to the  
controller.  
Step 1: Pair the system and the controller.  
Press the PS button.  
All of the port indicators flash.  
• When using for the first time  
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2
3
4
• When using with a different PS3™ system  
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When the controller has been assigned a  
number, the port indicators for the  
assigned number turn solid red.  
Step 2: Assign a controller number.  
Every time the system is turned on  
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2
3
4
Step 1: Pair the system and the controller  
You can connect up to 7 controllers at one time. The controller  
number is shown by the number above the port indicators. For  
numbers 5-7, add the numbers of the lit indicators.  
When using the controller for the first time or when using with a  
different PS3™ system, you must first pair the devices. If you turn on  
the system and connect the controller using a USB Cable, the pairing  
will be completed automatically.  
Example: Controller number 5 has  
been assigned.  
1
2
3
4
1
Check that the system is turned on  
(power indicator is lit solid green).  
USB Cable (supplied)  
Hints  
• Pairing and assigning controller numbers can only be done when the system  
is turned on (when the power indicator is lit solid green).  
• When a paired controller is used with another PS3™ system, the pairing with  
the original system is cleared. Pair the controller with the system again if the  
controller has been used with another system.  
• If the controller or the system is turned off, the port indicators on the  
controller will turn off and the assigned number will be cleared.  
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Basic operations  
Using the SIXAXIS™ Wireless Controller  
Battery charge level  
If you press and hold down the PS button for more than one second,  
you can check the battery charge level on the screen.  
Using the controller wirelessly  
If you disconnect the USB Cable, you can use the controller  
wirelessly. To use it wirelessly, the controller’s battery must be  
charged.  
Hints  
• The USB Cable can be connected or disconnected while the controller and  
the system are turned on.  
• If the controller does not function, press the PS button and reassign the  
controller number.  
Charging the controller  
With the system turned on (power indicator is lit green), connect the  
controller to the system using a USB Cable. The port indicators of the  
controller flash slowly and charging begins.  
The battery has plenty of charge.  
The battery has started losing its charge.  
The battery charge level is low.  
When charging has completed, the port indicators stop flashing.  
Hints  
• The controller can be used while charging.  
The battery has no charge. The port indicators of the controller flash  
rapidly. Charge the controller.  
• Charge in an environment where the temperature range is between  
10°C - 30°C. Charging may not be as effective when performed in other  
environments.  
Hint  
Depending on the environment or the conditions of use, the remaining charge  
level may not display correctly and the battery duration may vary.  
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Basic operations  
05 Playing content  
Blu-ray Disc (BD)/DVD/CD  
1 Insert the disc.  
2 Select the icon, and then press the  
button.  
An icon is displayed in the Home Menu.  
Playback begins.  
Depending on the disc, a list of playable content may be displayed.  
Insert the disc with the  
label side facing up.  
Ejecting a disc  
Stop playback, and then touch  
the eject button.  
Hint  
For instructions on how to quit games,  
see "Playing games" (  
page 19).  
Eject indicator  
Eject button  
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Basic operations  
Playing content  
Memory Stick™/SD Memory Card/CompactFlash® (equipped models only)  
1 Insert the storage media.  
2 Select the icon, and then press the  
button.  
An icon is displayed in the Home Menu.  
Open the slot cover.  
(The slot cover does not open on the 20 GB model.)  
CF  
SD/miniSD  
A list of playable content is displayed.  
Hint  
When using a Memory Stick Duo™/miniSD™ card with the PS3™ system, you  
can insert the media without using an adaptor.  
Front side  
Example: When inserting a Memory Stick™  
Ejecting media  
Check that the access indicator is not flashing, and then eject.  
CF access indicator  
SD Memory Card access indicator  
Memory Stick™ access indicator  
Notice  
When the access indicator is flashing, data is being saved, loaded or  
deleted. When the access indicator is flashing, do not remove the storage  
media or turn off the system.  
Press the media in the  
direction of the arrows.  
Press the CF eject button.  
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Basic operations  
Playing content  
USB devices  
Notices  
• Do not remove USB devices or turn off the system while data is being  
saved, loaded or deleted. Doing so may cause data loss or corruption.  
You can connect external devices, such as devices that are  
compatible with USB Mass Storage Class using a USB Cable.  
Devices can be connected while the system is turned on. Refer also  
to the instructions supplied with the external device to be connected.  
• When using a USB flash drive with a write-protect switch, do not operate  
the switch when the device is connected to the PS3™ system. Doing so  
may cause data loss or corruption.  
1 Connect the USB device.  
An icon is displayed in the Home Menu.  
File formats that can be played or viewed  
File formats that can be played or viewed on this system include  
ATRAC, MP3, AAC, JPEG and MPEG-4. For the latest information,  
refer to the online user’s guide (  
page 27).  
Hints  
• Only files that are playable or viewable on the PS3™ system are displayed in  
the column for the compatible category (Example: Image data is displayed in  
the Photo category).  
External device such as a digital camera  
2 Select the icon, and then press the  
button.  
• Depending on the storage media, only a subset of the folders on the media  
may be displayed. If you select "Display All" from the options menu  
A list of playable content is displayed.  
(
page 3), all folders saved on the media will be displayed.  
Notice  
You should where possible make periodic back-ups of data stored on the  
hard disk drive as a precaution against possible loss or corruption. If for any  
reason software or data loss or corruption occurs, it is not possible to restore  
or repair the software or data. Note that SCEE will not be liable for any loss  
or corruption of data, files or software.  
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Game  
06 Playing games  
Starting/quitting a game  
Controller settings  
You can adjust controller settings during gameplay. Press the PS  
button, and then select a settings item from the screen that is  
displayed.  
Starting a game  
Insert a disc, select the icon, and then press the button  
(
page 16).  
Switching analog mode  
When playing PlayStation®2/PlayStation® format software, you can  
change the mode of the controller. Switch to the mode supported by  
the software. With some software, the mode is switched automatically.  
Quitting a game  
During gameplay, press the PS button of the Wireless Controller. Then  
select "Quit Game" from the screen that is displayed.  
When you start or quit PlayStation®2 format software, the assigned  
controller number is cleared. Follow the steps listed below to assign a  
controller number.  
Changing controller numbers  
You can change the number assigned to a controller. When the  
controller port for use is specified by the software, change to the  
supported controller number.*  
• After starting a game: Press the PS button when content from the game  
software is displayed on the screen.  
• After quitting a game: Press the PS button when the Home Menu is  
displayed on the screen.  
*You cannot assign controller port 2-D using the PS3™ system.  
®
Certain PlayStation 2 format software titles may not perform properly on  
Hint  
this system. Visit faq.eu.playstation.com/bc for the latest information  
regarding compatible titles.  
You can check the currently assigned controller number by pressing the PS  
button during gameplay.  
Hint  
Saved data for PS3™ format software  
To save PlayStation®2/PlayStation® format software data, you must create  
internal memory cards (  
page 20).  
Saved data for PS3™ format software is saved on the system’s hard  
disk. The data is displayed under  
Utility).  
(Game)  
(Saved Data  
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Game  
Playing games  
Saved data for PlayStation®2/PlayStation® format  
Step 1: Create an internal memory card  
software  
1 Select  
(Memory Card Utility (PS/PS2)) under  
button.  
(Game) in  
To save data from PlayStation®2/PlayStation® format software, you  
must create internal memory cards on the hard disk and assign the  
cards to slots.  
the Home Menu, and then press the  
Step 1: Create an internal memory card.  
Create an internal memory card within the hard disk as a replacement  
for the Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) or Memory Card.  
Internal memory card (PS2)  
Memory Card (8MB)  
(for PlayStation®2)  
Internal memory card (PS)  
Memory Card  
2 Select  
(New Internal Memory Card), and then press the  
button.  
Follow the on-screen instructions to create the internal memory card.  
Step 2: Assign a slot.  
Insert the internal memory card in the internal slot on the hard disk instead  
of a MEMORY CARD slot on the PlayStation®2 or PlayStation® console.  
Internal memory card types  
Type  
Data type that can be saved  
Saved data from PlayStation 2 format  
software (Saved data from P®layStation  
format software cannot be saved.)  
Internal memory card  
(PS2)  
MEMORY CARD slots  
®
Internal slots  
Internal memory card  
(PS)  
Saved data from PlayStation® format  
software  
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Game  
Playing games  
4 Select the icon, and then press the  
button.  
Step 2: Assign a slot  
Follow the on-screen instructions to copy the data.  
1 Select  
(Memory Card Utility (PS/PS2)) under  
button.  
(Game) in  
the Home Menu, and then press the  
Hints  
• Depending on the type, saved data from a Memory Card (8MB) (for  
PlayStation®2) or a Memory Card is copied to an internal memory card as  
shown below.  
2 Select the internal memory card that you want to use, and  
then press the  
button.  
Assign a slot.  
Saved data from  
PlayStation®2 format software  
Hints  
• Depending on the software, slots may be preassigned. For details, refer to  
the instructions supplied with the software.  
Memory Card (8MB)  
(for PlayStation®2)  
Internal memory  
card (PS2)  
Saved data from PlayStation®  
format software  
You can assign slots during gameplay. Press the PS button of the Wireless  
Controller, and then select "Assign Slots" from the screen that is displayed.  
Memory Card  
Internal memory  
card (PS)*  
Using saved data on a Memory Card (8MB)  
(for PlayStation®2) or a Memory Card  
* If the amount of saved data to copy is large, the system will automatically  
create multiple internal memory cards (PS).  
To use saved data on a Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) or a  
Memory Card, you must copy the data to an internal memory card  
within the hard disk. You must use a Memory Card Adaptor (sold  
separately) to copy the data.  
You can copy data saved on the hard disk to Memory Stick™ media, an SD  
Memory Card, CompactFlash® or a USB mass storage device (USB flash  
drive, etc.). Select the saved data, and then select "Copy" from the options  
menu (  
page 3). Note that you cannot copy the data to a Memory Card  
(8MB) (for PlayStation®2) or a Memory Card.  
• Some saved data may have restrictions that prevent copying of the data.  
1 Select (Memory Card Utility (PS/PS2)) under  
the Home Menu, and then press the button.  
(Game) in  
2 Connect the Memory Card Adaptor to the system.  
3 Insert the memory card that you want to copy in the adaptor.  
The icon for  
displayed.  
(Memory Card (PS)) or  
(Memory Card (PS2)) is  
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Network  
07 Adjusting network settings  
Using a wired connection  
Preparing the required items  
The following instructions explain how to connect to the Internet using  
an Ethernet Cable.  
The following items are required for a wired connection to the  
Internet.  
• A broadband Internet connection  
• A network gateway device, such as a DSL modem  
• Ethernet Cable (supplied)  
Example of a wired network configuration  
The network configuration and connection method may vary  
depending on the equipment in use and the network environment.  
Setting up the Internet connection  
Router  
Not necessary if the DSL or cable  
modem or other network device has  
built-in router functionality  
When making a wired connection to the Internet, usually you do not  
need to adjust any of the default settings. If you cannot use the  
default settings to connect, follow the instructions below to adjust the  
settings.  
Network gateway device  
such as a DSL modem  
ETHER  
ETHER  
WAN  
LAN1 LAN2 LAN3 LAN4  
1 Select  
(Network Settings) under  
(Settings) in the  
Home Menu, and then press the  
button.  
To the Internet line  
2 Select "Internet Connection Settings", and then press the  
button.  
When a message stating that the Internet connection will be terminated is  
displayed, select "Yes", and then press the button.  
3 Select "Wired Connection", and then press the right button.  
Ethernet Cable  
(supplied)  
PC  
Hint  
A router is a device that enables multiple devices to be connected to one  
Internet line. A router is necessary if a PC and a PS3™ system will be  
connected to the Internet at the same time using one Internet connection.  
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Adjusting network settings  
4 Select "Easy" or "Custom" and adjust settings as necessary.  
Using a wireless connection (wireless LAN feature-equipped  
models only)  
The following instructions explain how to connect to the Internet using  
a wireless connection.  
Example of a wireless network configuration  
The network configuration and connection method may vary  
depending on the equipment in use and the network environment.  
Access point or  
wireless router  
Network gateway device  
such as a DSL modem  
Follow the on-screen instructions to adjust the required settings.  
ETHER  
ETHER  
WAN  
LAN1 LAN2 LAN3 LAN4  
Easy  
Basic settings are set automatically.  
You can manually enter detailed settings information. For  
information on settings, refer to the instructions supplied  
by the Internet service provider or with the network device.  
Custom  
To the Internet line  
For detailed information on network settings, refer to the online user’s guide  
page 27).  
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PC  
PC  
Hints  
• An access point is a device that allows you to connect to a network  
wirelessly.  
• A wireless router is a device that adds access point functionality to a router.  
A router is necessary if a PC and a PS3™ system will be connected to the  
Internet at the same time using one Internet connection.  
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Network  
Adjusting network settings  
1 Select  
(Network Settings) under  
(Settings) in the  
Preparing the required items  
Home Menu, and then press the  
button.  
The following items are required to set up the system to connect  
wirelessly to the Internet.  
2 Select "Internet Connection Settings", and then press the  
button.  
• A broadband Internet connection  
When a message stating that the Internet connection will be terminated is  
displayed, select "Yes", and then press the button.  
• A network gateway device, such as a DSL modem  
• An access point or wireless router  
• Settings information for the access point (SSID, WEP key, WPA key)  
3 Select "Wireless", and then press the right button.  
Hints  
4 Select "Scan", and then press the right button.  
The system will search for access points within range and display them as  
a list.  
• SSID, WEP key, and WPA key are types of security information that are  
required when connecting to an access point.  
• When connecting to the Internet wirelessly, signal interference may occur  
depending on the usage condition of the wireless network devices. If Internet  
data transfer speed is decreased or the Wireless Controller does not function  
properly, use an Ethernet Cable to connect to the Internet.  
• Depending on the access point in use, you may need the MAC address for  
your system when connecting to the Internet. You can find the MAC address  
for the system by going to  
Information".  
(Settings)  
(System Settings) "System  
Setting up the Internet connection  
When connecting wirelessly to the Internet, you must first adjust  
network settings.  
Hint  
In some regions, you may select Automatic Setup by Access Point. When using  
an access point that supports automatic setup, select "Automatic" and follow  
the on-screen instructions. The required settings will be completed  
automatically. For information on access points that support automatic setup,  
contact the access point manufacturers.  
Network settings may vary depending on the type of access point  
and the network environment. The following instructions explain the  
most common network configuration.  
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Network  
Adjusting network settings  
5 Select the access point that you want to use, and then press  
the button.  
7 Select the security settings as necessary, and then press the  
right button.  
An SSID is a code or a name that is assigned to the access point. If you do  
not know which SSID to use or if the SSID is not displayed, contact the  
person who set up or maintains the access point.  
Security settings vary depending on the access point in use. To determine  
which settings to use, contact the person who set up or maintains the  
access point.  
6 Confirm the SSID for the access point, and then press the  
8 Enter the encryption key, and then press the right button.  
right button.  
The encryption key field will display an asterisk (*) for each character you  
enter. If you do not know the key, contact the person who set up or  
maintains the access point.  
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Network  
Adjusting network settings  
9 Select "Easy" or "Custom" and adjust settings as necessary.  
Follow the on-screen instructions to adjust the required settings.  
Easy  
Basic settings are set automatically.  
You can manually enter detailed settings information. For  
information on settings, refer to the instructions supplied  
by the Internet service provider or with the network device.  
Custom  
For detailed information on network settings, refer to the online user’s guide  
page 27).  
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Network  
08 Connecting to the Internet  
If network settings are already completed, the PS3™ system will  
automatically connect to the Internet when the system is turned on.  
The connection will remain active as long as the system is on.  
Viewing the user’s guide  
You can use the Internet browser to view the online user’s guide for  
the PS3™ system. Select (Online Instruction Manuals) under  
(Network) in the Home Menu, and then press the  
button.  
Using the Internet browser  
®
PLAYSTATION 3 system user’s guide  
1 Select  
(Internet Browser) under  
button.  
(Network) in the Home  
The guide can also be viewed using your PC’s Web browser.  
Menu, and then press the  
The Internet browser opens. A busy icon is displayed while the page is  
loading.  
Creating a PLAYSTATION®Network account  
Busy icon  
By creating a PLAYSTATION®Network account, you can enjoy  
chatting under (Friends) or use the PS3™ system’s online network  
service and other features. Go to  
(Friends), select  
(Sign Up for  
PLAYSTATION®Network), and then press the  
for creating an account will be displayed.  
button. The screen  
Basic operations of the Internet browser  
Directional buttons  
Right stick  
Move the pointer to a link  
Scroll in the desired direction  
Go back to the previous page  
Enter an address  
L1 button  
START button  
Switch between displaying and not displaying  
the menu  
Hints  
button  
• An Internet connection is required to create an account.  
• PLAYSTATION®Network service content may vary depending on the region.  
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Updates  
09 PS3™ system updates  
By updating the PS3™ system software, you can add features and/or  
security patches. Frequently update your system to use the latest  
version of the system software.  
Update methods  
You can perform an update in any of the ways described below.  
For the latest information on updates, visit  
Network update  
You can update by downloading the update data from the Internet.  
The latest update is automatically downloaded.  
Select  
(Settings)  
(System Update) "Update via Internet".  
Update using storage media  
Use the update data to overwrite  
the existing system software.  
The system software is updated.  
You can update using the update data saved on a Memory Stick™ or  
other media.  
Select  
Media".  
(Settings)  
(System Update) "Update via Storage  
Notices  
• During an update, do not turn off the system or remove media. If an  
update is cancelled before completion, the system software may become  
damaged, and the system may require servicing or exchange.  
Hint  
Update data can also be contained in some game discs.  
• During an update, the power button on the system front is inactive.  
• Depending on the content, you may not be able to play without first  
updating the system software.  
Checking the system software version  
• After you have updated the system software, you cannot go back to an  
earlier version.  
You can check system version information by selecting  
(Settings)  
(System Settings) "System Information". The current version is  
displayed in the System Software field.  
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Security Settings  
10 Setting the parental control level  
The PS3™ system includes a parental control feature. You can use  
Other security settings  
this feature to set a password and limit the playback of content  
restricted by a parental control level (games, videos and other  
content). By setting the parental control level on the system, you can  
prevent the playback of restricted content by children.  
You can set parental control limitations on content other than games  
under  
(Security Settings), as described below.  
When playing a BD with parental control settings, restrict  
playback based on the age you have set. The lower the  
setting, the tighter the restriction.  
BD Parental  
Control  
Changing the security settings  
When playing a DVD with parental control settings, restrict  
playback based on the level you have set.  
DVD parental  
control  
You can set a parental control level for games or Blu-ray Discs or  
Select from “Off” or one of eight levels.  
other content under  
A password is required to change parental control settings. You can  
set a password under (Security Settings) “Change Password”.  
(Settings)  
(Security Settings).  
The lower the number, the tighter the restriction.  
Internet Browser  
Start Control  
Restrict the ability to start the Internet Browser with a  
password.  
The password is set to “0000” in the default settings.  
Hint  
Security settings menu options may vary depending on the version of the  
system software in use. For the latest information, refer to the online user’s  
Parental control levels for games  
guide (  
page 27).  
You can set the parental control level for games under  
(Security  
Settings) “Parental Control”. Select from “Off” or one of 11 levels.  
Off  
Play any content regardless of parental control level.  
Set the parental control level based on the number. Note that the lower  
the number, the tighter the restriction.  
11-1  
The combination of the parental control levels of both the PS3™  
system and the content determine whether the content can be  
played.  
Example: If the parental control level of the system is set to “7”,  
content with a level from “1” to “7” can be played on the system.  
For further information about Parental Control Levels and  
software manual.  
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Keyboard  
11 Using the on-screen keyboard  
Displays predictive  
options  
List of keys  
Keys that are displayed vary depending on the input mode and other  
conditions.  
Text entry field  
Cursor  
Keys  
Explanation  
Inserts a line break  
Moves the cursor  
Deletes the character to the left of the cursor  
Inserts a space  
Switches the input mode  
Confirms characters that have been typed and  
exits the keyboard  
Operation keys  
Input mode display  
Switches to the mini-size keyboard  
Inserts a symbol  
Displays when predictive  
mode is on  
/
Switches the type of characters to be input  
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Keyboard  
Using the on-screen keyboard  
Entering characters  
Using predictive mode, you can enter the first few letters of the word,  
which will bring up a list of commonly used words that start with these  
letters. You can then use the directional buttons to select the word  
that you want. After you have finished entering text, select the "Enter"  
key to exit the keyboard.  
Hint  
The languages you can use for text entry are the supported system languages.  
You can set the system language by going to  
Settings) "System Language".  
(Settings)  
(System  
Example: If "System Language" is set to "Français", you can enter text in  
French.  
Using a USB keyboard  
You can enter characters using a USB keyboard (sold separately).  
While the text entry screen is displayed, if any key on the connected  
USB keyboard is pressed, the text entry screen will enable you to use  
the USB keyboard.  
Hint  
You cannot use the predictive mode when using a USB keyboard.  
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"XMB" and "xross media bar" are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.  
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