Sony PlayStation Vita Quick Start Manual

Using your PlayStation
Press down for
5 seconds
Access points found
Home screen
Creating a Sony Entertainment Network account
You can create an account under
 You can link only a single account to a PS Vita system.
 You can also create an account using a PlayStation
 To create an account (sub account) for users under a certain age, you must first create an account for a parent or guardian (master
account) using a PS3™ system or a computer. For details, refer to the User's Guide.
Charging
Power button
Power indicator
AC adaptor
USB cable AC power cord
Safety Guide
Contains precautions for the safe use of your PS Vita system, system specifications, and service information.
Before using this product, carefully read the Safety Guide and retain it for future reference.
User's Guide
To read the User's Guide, tap
is needed to read the User's Guide. You can also read the User's Guide by visiting the following website:
eu.playstation.com/psvita/support/manuals/
PSN and PlayStation Store are subject to terms of use and are not available in all countries and languages. See
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eu.playstation.com/legal for details. A wireless internet connection is required. Users are responsible for broadband internet
connection fees. Users must be 7 years or older and users under 18 require parental consent. Charges apply for some
content and/or services. If you are setting up the PS Vita system for a child, please use a sub-account and the parental
control features.
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Information about system functionality and images published in this document may vary from those for your PS Vita system,
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Vita system for the first time
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Turn on your PS Vita system.
When turning on your system for the first time, press and hold down the
seconds. When the power comes on, the power indicator next to the
light up green.
When the power indicator blinks slowly
described in "Charging" in this guide.
Begin to set up your PS Vita system.
To start making initial settings, drag your finger from the top right to the bottom left of the
touchscreen (peel the screen) as shown in the figure on the left.
Touchscreen gestures
Select your language, time zone, and the date and time.
Drag lists of items to scroll and find your choice.
Tap an item to select it, and then tap [Next].
To scroll quickly, flick the list of items.
Link your Sony Entertainment Network account to your PS Vita
system.
If you already have an account
You need an Internet connection to link your Sony Entertainment Network account to your PS Vita
system and access PSN
system as explained in "If you do not have an account, or if you want to sign up for an account later".
 Tap [Yes, I do], [Use], and then tap [Next].
 Connect to the Internet by selecting an access point on the Wi-Fi settings screen.
 Enter your Sony Entertainment Network account information.
Tap the text entry field, and then enter text using the keyboard that appears.
If a system software update is required after step , select [Set Later] and tap [Next].
Follow the on-screen instructions to continue the setup.
Connecting to the Internet
When an Internet connection is required, your system automatically searches for Wi-Fi access points,
and then the Wi-Fi Settings screen appears. Connect to the Internet in a location that has a Wi-Fi
access point you can use. For details about connecting to a Wi-Fi access point, refer to the access
point documentation or contact the service provider or person who set it up.
If you do not have an account, or if you want to sign up for an account later
Set up your PS Vita system for trial use of PSN
must sign up for a Sony Entertainment Network account.
 Tap [No, I don't], and then tap [Next].
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Complete initial setup.
Tap [OK] to complete initial setup of your PS Vita system. An introductory video will play.
You can access applications for the PS Vita system from the home screen.
Setting the parental control
Some PS Vita content may not be suitable for your child. Most PS Vita content is rated by an
independent ratings body. To ensure your child only has access to suitably rated content, just set the
correct parental control before you first let your child play. Parental controls can also help set time
limits on your child's play. You can set the parental controls in
(Settings) > [Start] > [PSN
3 system or a computer. The created account can be linked to a PS Vita system.
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Charging
To charge your PS Vita system, connect it to a power source as shown in the diagram on the left.
While the system is charging, the power indicator lights up orange. For details including
approximate charging times, refer to the User's Guide.
Check the status of your PS Vita system by seeing how the power indicator lights up or blinks
Lights up green
Blinks green
Blinks slowly green
Lights up orange
When you press and hold down the
blinks
system for about 30 minutes before turning on the system.
Electricity supply
(User's Guide) on the (Settings) LiveArea™ screen. An Internet connection
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green or blinks
Drag
Slide while touching
services. If you cannot connect to the Internet, you must set up your
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] > [Sign Up] after the initial setup is complete.
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The system is on.
The system is entering standby mode/power off.
The battery charge is low.
The system is charging.
(Power) button for five seconds and the power indicator
orange, the battery charge is too low to turn on the PS Vita system. Charge the
(Power) button for five
(Power) button will
orange, charge the system as
Tap
Touch lightly and
then raise your finger
services. To make full use of PSN
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(Parental Controls) on your PS Vita.
Flick
Flick lightly
features, you
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