Table of contents Warning and caution Support WARNING······················································ 4 Troubleshooting ··········································· 28 Precautions ···················································· 6 GUARANTEE ·············································· 33 Using the PSP system Additional Information ® Part names and functions ···························· 10 Before disposing of or transferring the PSP ® Charging the battery ···································· 12 system······················································...
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system documentation ® You can find information about the PSP system in this ® manual as well as online. • Instruction Manual (this document) This manual explains hardware features and provides basic information about how to set up and operate the system and how to start playing games.
The nameplate is located inside the disc cover of the system. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT The manufacturer of this product is Sony Computer Entertainment LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT Inc., 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-0075 Japan. The Authorised Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.
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If you experience ringing or any discomfort in your ears, discontinue use of your Headphones. System Software The System Software included within this product is subject to a limited licence from Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Refer to http://www.scei.co.jp/psp-eula/ for further details. WARNING...
Precautions Use and handling Before using this product, carefully read this manual and retain it for future reference. Use in a well-lit area and keep the screen a safe distance from your face. Accessory compatibility Keep the system and accessories out of the reach of small children.
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AC adaptor use Do not forcibly twist the PSP system or expose the system to ® strong physical shock during gameplay, as doing so can damage For your safety, use only a supplied AC adaptor. Other types the system. may cause fire, electrical shocks or a malfunction.
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LCD screen About the "pickup" Do not touch the "pickup" located inside the disc cover of the The LCD screen is made of glass and may crack if subjected to system. Touching the pickup may damage the system. excessive force. ...
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Moisture condensation Do not use a chemically-treated cleaning cloth to wipe off the system. If the PSP system or Universal Media Disc is brought directly ® from a cold location to a warm one, moisture may condense on the lens inside the system or on the Universal Media Disc. Should Before using the analog stick this occur, the system may not operate properly.
Part names and functions System bottom 12 13 14 15 Part names and functions...
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Directional buttons POWER indicator START button Solid green Speaker Strap holder Power on Attach a strap (sold separately) L button Solid orange as shown below. Charging Memory Stick PRO Duo slot ™ Flashing green Memory Stick PRO Duo Charge level low ™...
Charging the battery Before using the PSP system for the first time after Charging methods ® purchase, or when the battery charge level is low, follow Charging with an AC adaptor* the steps below to charge the battery. The system's battery can be charged using an AC adaptor. Caution ...
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Charging with a USB device Information about the battery charge When you turn on the PSP system and then connect it to ® Checking the battery charge level a device equipped with a USB connector (such as a PC), You can check the battery charge level by the icon the system's battery will begin charging.
Estimating the battery charge time* Battery life The built-in battery has a limited life span. Battery Charging with the AC Approximately 2 hours 20 minutes duration will decrease with repeated usage and age. adaptor When battery duration becomes noticeably short, contact Charging with a USB Approximately 4 hours the appropriate PSP...
Turning the system on and off Turning the system on Putting the system in sleep mode You can pause the system while playing games or other Slide the POWER/HOLD switch to the right. content. Playback begins from the point where the system entered sleep mode. POWER indicator Slide the POWER/HOLD switch to the right.
Using the XMB (XrossMediaBar) menu ™ The PSP system includes a user interface called XMB (XrossMediaBar). ® ™ Select a category using the left or right button. Select an item using the Category up or down button. Press the button to confirm a selected item. You can cancel an operation by Directional buttons button button button pressing the button. Icons displayed on the screen vary depending on the system software version.
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Using the options menu Categories Select an icon, and then press the button to display the Game options menu. Play games Video Watch video Music Listen to music Photo Icons Options menu View photos Using the control panel Extra While playing content, press the button to display the View comics control panel.
Playing Universal Media Disc games Place your finger in the indentation on the Select the icon, and then press the top of the system to open the disc cover. button. Playback begins. Insert a Universal Media Disc and close the disc cover. To remove the Universal Media Disc, stop playback and then Check that the disc cover is tightly closed. open the disc cover. To save game data, you must first insert a Memory Stick Duo ™...
Playing Memory Stick Duo content ™ Select the icon, and then press the Warning button. Keep Memory Stick Duo media out of the reach of small ™ children, as the media could be swallowed by accident. Press the Memory Stick Duo media until ™ fully inserted. Front side A list of content that can be played is displayed. To remove the Memory Stick ™...
Using the on-screen keyboard List of keys Cursor Text entry field (display characters Keys that are displayed vary depending on the input as they are entered) Operation keys mode in use and other conditions. keys Explanation Inserts a space Confirms characters that have been typed but not entered, and then closes the keyboard Cancels characters that have been typed...
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Switching the input mode Entering characters The number of input modes available varies depending The following steps explain how to enter text using the on the language selected. Each time you press the word "FUN" as an example. SELECT button, the input mode changes to the options Select [DEF3], and then press the button shown in the table below.
Setting the parental control level The PSP system includes a parental control feature. You To set the parental control level ® can use this feature to set a password and limit the playback of content (games, videos and other content) Select (Settings) (Security Settings)
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Information about parental control levels Parental control levels on the PSP system ® The playback of content is restricted using a combination The parental control level on the system can be turned off of the parental control levels of both the PSP system and or set to one of 11 levels.
Updating the system software Software updates may include security patches, new or revised settings and features, and other items, which will For the latest information on updates, visit eu.playstation.com/psp change your current operating system. It is recommended Depending on the software title, you may not be able to play that you always maintain your system to use the latest without first updating the PSP system software.
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Update using a PC Update methods Update using a PC to download update data from the You can perform an update in any of the following ways. Internet. For detailed instructions, visit eu.playstation.com/psp Update using a Universal Media Disc You can update using a Universal Media Disc that contains update data.
PC to the Internet. left side of the Media Go window on your PC. Media Go download mediago.sony.com/ What is Media Go? Media Go is a PC application that you can use to do the following: ...
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For details, refer to the online user's guide. Steps to download games To download games from PlayStation Store, you PlayStation Store User's Guide ® ® must perform the following steps. manuals.playstation.net/document/storeindex.html Hints Create a PlayStation Network account (sign up) ® ...
Troubleshooting Go through this section if you experience difficulty in – The system is set to USB mode. If [USB Mode] is not displayed on the screen, select (Settings) operating the PSP system. Should any problem persist, ® (USB Connection). please visit our Help and Support pages at –...
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Picture When headphones are connected, no sound is output from the PSP system speakers. ® The screen suddenly turns dark. The volume does not turn up. (Power Save Settings) [Backlight Auto-Off] has been set, the LCD screen's backlight will ...
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Check that media of a type that can be used with the Music system is inserted. For details, see "Compatible ® Music does not play. media" ( page 40). The playback methods may be limited for some music The system does not recognise the Memory Stick Duo ™...
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The PSP system is not recognised by the PC when Other issues ® connected using a USB cable. The system or AC adaptor is warm. Check that your PSP system is set to USB mode. If it ® is not, select (Settings) (USB ...
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The analog stick does not function properly. At a scene where the symptoms appear, move the analog stick in a circular motion to help you determine the optimum operating range. Troubleshooting...
This Guarantee is given to you, the first user of the 1. If you need to claim under this Guarantee, please call Product by Sony Computer Entertainment Europe your local Customer Service helpline shown in this Limited ("SCEE") of 10 Great Marlborough Street, manual for return instructions.
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b. the Guarantee seal and the serial number on the files which you wish to retain, before submitting Product have not been damaged, altered, defaced or the Product for guarantee service you should, where possible, back these up and remove them removed.
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43(2) of the New Product are excluded and neither SCEE nor any other Zealand Consumer Guarantees Act. Sony entity or its or their suppliers or authorised service facilities, will be liable for any special, The above statutes will identify the party or parties incidental, indirect or consequential loss or damage against which you can exercise your statutory rights.
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Customer Service Numbers Australia 1300 365 911 Calls charged at local rate support@playstation.com.au Fiji support@playstation.com.au New Zealand 09 415 2447 National Rate. general_enquiries@playstation.co.nz GUARANTEE...
Before disposing of or transferring the PSP system ® Before disposing of or giving your PSP system to ® another person for any reason, delete all the data and restore the default settings on the system. This will help prevent unauthorised access to or use of your credit card Where you see either symbol on any of our electrical products, or other personal information.
Specifications Design and specifications are subject to change without Approx. 223 g (including Battery Weight notice. Pack) Operating environment 5°C - 35°C (PlayStation Portable) system temperature ® ® Video: 4.3 inches / 10.9 cm (16:9) full- H.264/MPEG-4 AVC Main transparent type, TFT drive LCD screen Profile Level 3 Approximately 16,770,000...
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Output DC 5 V, Max. 1500 mA Approx. 46 × 22 × 61 mm (width × height × depth) (excludes largest projection) (PSP-E1002) External dimensions Approx. 51 × 61 × 54 mm (width × height × depth) (excludes largest projection) (PSP-E1003) Approx.
Compatible media The media types listed below can be used on the PSP To use Memory Stick Micro media, you must first insert it ™ ® into an M2 Duo-size adaptor. If the Memory Stick Micro ™ system. Throughout this manual, the term "Memory inserted directly into the system, it may not be able to be Stick Duo "...
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Memory Stick Duo ™ If, for any reason, software or data loss or corruption occurs, it is usually not possible to recover the software or data. Sony For best results, follow these guidelines: Computer Entertainment Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates accept no liability for damages, costs or expenses arising from software, data loss or corruption.
RSA Security Inc. RSA, BSAFE are either registered trademarks or trademarks of "SONY" and " " are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. RSA Security Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Also, "Memory Stick", "Memory Stick Duo", "Memory Stick RSA Security Inc.
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Permission to use, copy, modify, distribute, and sell this software The PSP system's RSS Channel feature uses RSS (Really Simple ® and its documentation for any purpose is hereby granted without Syndication) 2.0 technology. For details on RSS 2.0, visit fee, provided that (i) the above copyright notices and this http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss permission notice appear in all copies of the software and related...