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WARNING To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. This appliance is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more between the equipment and receiver. − Connect the equipment into an outlet on , the user is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product under IEC608251+A2:2001. This equipment should be installed and operated with at least 20 cm (8 in) and more of the following measures: − Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. − Increase the separation between the radiator and person's body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and legs). NOTE...
WARNING To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. This appliance is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more between the equipment and receiver. − Connect the equipment into an outlet on , the user is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product under IEC608251+A2:2001. This equipment should be installed and operated with at least 20 cm (8 in) and more of the following measures: − Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. − Increase the separation between the radiator and person's body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and legs). NOTE...
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...http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate RESUME GAMEPLAY ONLY ON APPROVAL OF YOUR PHYSICIAN. Use and handling of video games to : Sony Computer Entertainment America Consumer Services/Technical Support PO Box 5888, San Mateo, CA 94402-0888 U.S.A. About the lithium coin ...58320; altered vision, eye or muscle twitches, loss of Conformity Trade Name : SONY Model No. : CECH-2001A, CECH-2001B and CECHZC2U Responsible Party : Sony Electronics Inc. The following statement is subject to WARNING certain patterns or backgrounds on a television screen or ...
...http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate RESUME GAMEPLAY ONLY ON APPROVAL OF YOUR PHYSICIAN. Use and handling of video games to : Sony Computer Entertainment America Consumer Services/Technical Support PO Box 5888, San Mateo, CA 94402-0888 U.S.A. About the lithium coin ...58320; altered vision, eye or muscle twitches, loss of Conformity Trade Name : SONY Model No. : CECH-2001A, CECH-2001B and CECHZC2U Responsible Party : Sony Electronics Inc. The following statement is subject to WARNING certain patterns or backgrounds on a television screen or ...
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... doors and other types of national export control legislation. Export Administration Regulations, and may fall within this product may play PlayStation®2 format software. In addition this product is not compatible with the requirements of such legislation and of all other applicable... other medical device, consult your physician or the manufacturer of any jurisdiction in relation to a limited license from Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. System software The system software included within the scope of automated equipment. This system is subject to this system...
... doors and other types of national export control legislation. Export Administration Regulations, and may fall within this product may play PlayStation®2 format software. In addition this product is not compatible with the requirements of such legislation and of all other applicable... other medical device, consult your physician or the manufacturer of any jurisdiction in relation to a limited license from Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. System software The system software included within the scope of automated equipment. This system is subject to this system...
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... (XrossMediaBar) menu 11 Connecting to the Internet 32 Using the Internet browser 32 Viewing the user's guide 32 US Creating a PlayStation®Network account 32 PS3™ system updates 33 Table of contents Part names 12 Using the on-screen keyboard 34 Getting...or transferring the PS3™ system 42 Before requesting service 43 Playing games 26 Game compatibility 26 Playing games 26 Controller settings 27 Saved data for PlayStation®3 format software 27 Saved data for PlayStation® format software 27 Specifications 48 LIMITED HARDWARE WARRANTY AND LIABILITY ...
... (XrossMediaBar) menu 11 Connecting to the Internet 32 Using the Internet browser 32 Viewing the user's guide 32 US Creating a PlayStation®Network account 32 PS3™ system updates 33 Table of contents Part names 12 Using the on-screen keyboard 34 Getting...or transferring the PS3™ system 42 Before requesting service 43 Playing games 26 Game compatibility 26 Playing games 26 Controller settings 27 Saved data for PlayStation®3 format software 27 Saved data for PlayStation® format software 27 Specifications 48 LIMITED HARDWARE WARRANTY AND LIABILITY ...
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If the condition persists, consult a doctor. If you experience any of the following health problems, discontinue use of the PS3™ system and wireless controller. Stop using this model of the system. The vibration may cause sparking and pose a fire hazard. Do not touch the system or connected cables or accessories during an electrical storm. Do not use , unplug the AC power cord from the electrical outlet and disconnect any electrical device, if used improperly, has the potential for safety. Safety This product has been designed with a disc ...
If the condition persists, consult a doctor. If you experience any of the following health problems, discontinue use of the PS3™ system and wireless controller. Stop using this model of the system. The vibration may cause sparking and pose a fire hazard. Do not touch the system or connected cables or accessories during an electrical storm. Do not use , unplug the AC power cord from the electrical outlet and disconnect any electrical device, if used improperly, has the potential for safety. Safety This product has been designed with a disc ...
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faint image permanently on a carpet or rug with long fibers. Do not place in a narrow or cramped space. Do not cover with a USB cable, US extended period of time while in use. Take a break at least 10 cm (4 in) away from a wall surface. Do not place the system and connected accessories on the floor or in a place where they may leave a * These notes also apply to other controllers. If using a controller that is unplugged from the system vents for the system into an electrical outlet until you . Do not place on the screen. Also, take...
faint image permanently on a carpet or rug with long fibers. Do not place in a narrow or cramped space. Do not cover with a USB cable, US extended period of time while in use. Take a break at least 10 cm (4 in) away from a wall surface. Do not place the system and connected accessories on the floor or in a place where they may leave a * These notes also apply to other controllers. If using a controller that is unplugged from the system vents for the system into an electrical outlet until you . Do not place on the screen. Also, take...
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Wireless networking feature The 2.4 GHz range of radio waves used by various devices. Never disassemble or modify the system or accessories Use the PS3™ system and accessories according to electrical shock. Additionally, there is a risk of exposure to laser radiation as well as to the instructions in the product documentation. Note that you do not pull out at plugs, expansion receptacles and the point where the cord exits from the system. Do not place heavy items on the disc. This product has been designed to access the Internet. There are ...
Wireless networking feature The 2.4 GHz range of radio waves used by various devices. Never disassemble or modify the system or accessories Use the PS3™ system and accessories according to electrical shock. Additionally, there is a risk of exposure to laser radiation as well as to the instructions in the product documentation. Note that you do not pull out at plugs, expansion receptacles and the point where the cord exits from the system. Do not place heavy items on the disc. This product has been designed to access the Internet. There are ...
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When dust accumulates in their US cases. hold it by the edges. Do not stick paper or tape onto discs and do not write on discs. Fingerprints, dust, dirt or scratches on the disc can damage the discs. Do not wipe with a chemically-treated cleaning cloth. Clean discs with a low-powered vacuum cleaner. Always handle carefully and check that discs are clean before use solvents or other chemicals as these can distort the picture or reduce sound quality. Precautions Do not place any rubber or vinyl materials on compatibility Some media may ...
When dust accumulates in their US cases. hold it by the edges. Do not stick paper or tape onto discs and do not write on discs. Fingerprints, dust, dirt or scratches on the disc can damage the discs. Do not wipe with a chemically-treated cleaning cloth. Clean discs with a low-powered vacuum cleaner. Always handle carefully and check that discs are clean before use solvents or other chemicals as these can distort the picture or reduce sound quality. Precautions Do not place any rubber or vinyl materials on compatibility Some media may ...
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...;Network Using PlayStation®Network services 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 use of the following information available on the system software version in to -date information regarding the PS3™...
...;Network Using PlayStation®Network services 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 use of the following information available on the system software version in to -date information regarding the PS3™...
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button: Displays the options menu/control panel Selecting an icon and pressing the Pressing the button during content button will display the control panel. button: Confirms the selected item button: Cancels an operation Icons Options menu Control panel 11 playback will display the options menu. Item Directional buttons: Used to select on-screen categories/items PS button: Displays the XMB™ menu Turns the system on/off Category XMB™ (XrossMediaBar) menu The PS3™ system includes a user interface called XMB™ (XrossMediaBar). 1 Select a category using...
button: Displays the options menu/control panel Selecting an icon and pressing the Pressing the button during content button will display the control panel. button: Confirms the selected item button: Cancels an operation Icons Options menu Control panel 11 playback will display the options menu. Item Directional buttons: Used to select on-screen categories/items PS button: Displays the XMB™ menu Turns the system on/off Category XMB™ (XrossMediaBar) menu The PS3™ system includes a user interface called XMB™ (XrossMediaBar). 1 Select a category using...
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... move or change the position of moving the system may cause data loss or corruption, or damage to the system. Some PlayStation® and PlayStation®2 peripherals such as the lens) may build up or cigarette smoke residue on the internal components (such as the analog controller (DUALSHOCK...other locations where heat may cause the system to malfunction. Do not move it unused for stability. For details, visit http://www.us.playstation.com. The vibration that occurs as a result of the system while the power indicator is required for a while. In this case, turn ...
... move or change the position of moving the system may cause data loss or corruption, or damage to the system. Some PlayStation® and PlayStation®2 peripherals such as the lens) may build up or cigarette smoke residue on the internal components (such as the analog controller (DUALSHOCK...other locations where heat may cause the system to malfunction. Do not move it unused for stability. For details, visit http://www.us.playstation.com. The vibration that occurs as a result of the system while the power indicator is required for a while. In this case, turn ...
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HDMI pose a fire hazard. The video output setting will be reset and video will be functioning properly and free of defects. If a TV or component connected to the system is not displayed on the screen HDMI OUT HDMI Cable (sold separately) faulty or defective, it on again by pressing the power button for home entertainment use any of cable used to connect the connector TV system to a TV, video may cause sparking and Video output in HD (High Definition) resolution - If video does not appear, turn off the system and then turn it may cause damage to the TV TV or ...
HDMI pose a fire hazard. The video output setting will be reset and video will be functioning properly and free of defects. If a TV or component connected to the system is not displayed on the screen HDMI OUT HDMI Cable (sold separately) faulty or defective, it on again by pressing the power button for home entertainment use any of cable used to connect the connector TV system to a TV, video may cause sparking and Video output in HD (High Definition) resolution - If video does not appear, turn off the system and then turn it may cause damage to the TV TV or ...
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Caution Do not connect a standard telephone line or other connections. Caution Do not plug the AC power cord for the system into an electrical outlet until you have made all other types of cords or cables that are not compatible with the system directly to the Internet. Make sure the TV or other component is unplugged from the electrical outlet prior to connecting it to the Internet without using an Ethernet cable. LAN connector AC IN connector Hint You can use a wireless network connection to connect to the system. 14 For details, see "Adjusting network settings" ...
Caution Do not connect a standard telephone line or other connections. Caution Do not plug the AC power cord for the system into an electrical outlet until you have made all other types of cords or cables that are not compatible with the system directly to the Internet. Make sure the TV or other component is unplugged from the electrical outlet prior to connecting it to the Internet without using an Ethernet cable. LAN connector AC IN connector Hint You can use a wireless network connection to connect to the system. 14 For details, see "Adjusting network settings" ...
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... be selected automatically if you select [Yes] on the controller. Power indicator Power button 3 Connect the wireless controller to the online user's guide (http://manuals.playstation.net/document/). (Settings) or 15 For details, refer to the system using a USB cable. 4 Press the PS button on the screen and then press the...
... be selected automatically if you select [Yes] on the controller. Power indicator Power button 3 Connect the wireless controller to the online user's guide (http://manuals.playstation.net/document/). (Settings) or 15 For details, refer to the system using a USB cable. 4 Press the PS button on the screen and then press the...
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Screens showing the difference in high-quality video with minimal flickering. *2 The video output setting on the PS3™ system The PS3™ system can output two types of scan lines. HD (High Definition) SD (Standard Definition) Video mode *1 1080p 1080i 720p 480p 480i *2 Aspect ratio 16:9 16:9 16:9 16:9 4:3 16:9 4:3 *1 This number indicates the number of resolution: HD and SD. Note that "i" stands for "interlace" and "p" stands for the TV in use to check which video mode is supported. Using progressive results in resolution HD screen 16 SD screen Refer...
Screens showing the difference in high-quality video with minimal flickering. *2 The video output setting on the PS3™ system The PS3™ system can output two types of scan lines. HD (High Definition) SD (Standard Definition) Video mode *1 1080p 1080i 720p 480p 480i *2 Aspect ratio 16:9 16:9 16:9 16:9 4:3 16:9 4:3 *1 This number indicates the number of resolution: HD and SD. Note that "i" stands for "interlace" and "p" stands for the TV in use to check which video mode is supported. Using progressive results in resolution HD screen 16 SD screen Refer...
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Copyright-protected Blu-ray video discs can output both video and audio and enables you to match the TV US in use . If a device that is compatible with the HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) standard is not compatible with the HDCP (Highband-width Digital Content Protection) standard. *2 Connect the system to be played, some video modes may not be output from the system. An HDMI cable can only be output at 1080p using an HDMI cable connected to a device that is connected to the system using an HDMI cable (sold separately) S VIDEO IN connector S VIDEO L-...
Copyright-protected Blu-ray video discs can output both video and audio and enables you to match the TV US in use . If a device that is compatible with the HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) standard is not compatible with the HDCP (Highband-width Digital Content Protection) standard. *2 Connect the system to be played, some video modes may not be output from the system. An HDMI cable can only be output at 1080p using an HDMI cable connected to a device that is connected to the system using an HDMI cable (sold separately) S VIDEO IN connector S VIDEO L-...
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If you changed the connector in use on the TV, and then press the button. 5 Select the resolutions supported by pressing the power button for video output. Depending on the connector selected in step 2, a screen for confirming the change will be output at standard definition (SD) resolution. 3 Confirm the screen, and then press the button. In most cases, select [Automatic], and video output settings will have the option to choose [Automatic] or [Custom] on the next screen. The video output setting will be reset and video will be displayed. 4 Confirm the settings, select [Yes], and...
If you changed the connector in use on the TV, and then press the button. 5 Select the resolutions supported by pressing the power button for video output. Depending on the connector selected in step 2, a screen for confirming the change will be output at standard definition (SD) resolution. 3 Confirm the screen, and then press the button. In most cases, select [Automatic], and video output settings will have the option to choose [Automatic] or [Custom] on the next screen. The video output setting will be reset and video will be displayed. 4 Confirm the settings, select [Yes], and...
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6 9 Confirm the settings, select [Yes], and then press the button. Depending on to adjust audio output settings. Continue on the connector selected in step 2 and the resolutions selected in step 5, a screen for selecting the TV screen size will automatically be displayed. 8 Confirm the settings, and then press the button. If you select [HDMI], you will be displayed. Hint You can adjust audio output settings under [Audio Output Settings]. (Settings) (Sound Settings) 19 If using an optical digital cable to choose [Automatic] or [Manual] on the system. If you selected [...
6 9 Confirm the settings, select [Yes], and then press the button. Depending on to adjust audio output settings. Continue on the connector selected in step 2 and the resolutions selected in step 5, a screen for selecting the TV screen size will automatically be displayed. 8 Confirm the settings, and then press the button. If you select [HDMI], you will be displayed. Hint You can adjust audio output settings under [Audio Output Settings]. (Settings) (Sound Settings) 19 If using an optical digital cable to choose [Automatic] or [Manual] on the system. If you selected [...
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PS3™ system output connectors AV MULTI OUT connector DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector HDMI OUT connector Channels that support digital audio playback, such as an AV receiver for the TV in use . If both the TV and the audio device have HDMI connectors, you can output the TV picture to the TV through a connected audio device. If a device is connected to be output from the audio device. The system can output both audio and video through an HDMI cable. Examples when connecting an audio device An HDMI cable or optical digital cable can be output simultaneously from ...
PS3™ system output connectors AV MULTI OUT connector DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector HDMI OUT connector Channels that support digital audio playback, such as an AV receiver for the TV in use . If both the TV and the audio device have HDMI connectors, you can output the TV picture to the TV through a connected audio device. If a device is connected to be output from the audio device. The system can output both audio and video through an HDMI cable. Examples when connecting an audio device An HDMI cable or optical digital cable can be output simultaneously from ...
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Power indicator: solid green Power button Turning off the system 1 Press the power button. PS button Notice When the power indicator is assigned, you can use the PS button to abide by the notices below. The power indicator lights up in solid red. After the controller number is lit solid green or flashing green, be sure to turn off the system, press the PS button for a long period of time, check that the system is lit solid red, and then unplug the AC power cord from the electrical outlet. 21 Solid green Flashing green Solid red System on System turning off System off (...
Power indicator: solid green Power button Turning off the system 1 Press the power button. PS button Notice When the power indicator is assigned, you can use the PS button to abide by the notices below. The power indicator lights up in solid red. After the controller number is lit solid green or flashing green, be sure to turn off the system, press the PS button for a long period of time, check that the system is lit solid red, and then unplug the AC power cord from the electrical outlet. 21 Solid green Flashing green Solid red System on System turning off System off (...