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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual PSP-1004 2-675-374-53(1) GB...

  • Page 2: Warnings

    WARNINGS To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. CAUTION – Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product under IEC60825-1: 2001.
  • Page 3 Photosensitivity Always play in a well lit environment. Take regular breaks, 15 minutes every hour. Avoid playing when tired or suffering from lack of sleep. Some individuals are sensitive to flashing or flickering lights or geometric shapes and patterns, may have an undetected epileptic condition and may experience epileptic seizures when watching television or playing videogames.
  • Page 4 • Do not use the wireless networking feature in the following locations: – Areas where its use is prohibited, such as in airplanes or hospitals. Abide by medical institution regulations when using the PSP system on their ® premises. Additionally, you may be violating air safety regulations punishable by fines by using the wireless networking feature in an airplane or by using the PSP system during takeoff or landing.
  • Page 5 WARNINGS...
  • Page 6 GAME page 40 • Playing games • Managing saved data VIDEO page 44 • Playing UMD™VIDEO • Playing videos saved on a Memory Stick Duo™ MUSIC page 57 • Playing UMD™MUSIC • Playing music saved on a Memory Stick Duo™ PHOTO page 70 •...
  • Page 7 Using the Home Menu The basic operation of the PSP system starts from the Home Menu. Press the ® HOME button to display the Home Menu and use the directional buttons to navigate the horizontal and vertical icon bars. Select a category Basic button operations Directional buttons: Used to select on-screen items...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents WARNINGS ........2 Precautions .
  • Page 9 x Music Listening to music ....... 57 Using the control panel ......60 Operating with PSP®...
  • Page 10 USB Connection ....... 109 Network Settings ....... 111 Network Update .

  • Page 11: Precautions

    Precautions Carefully read the supplied instructions before use. Retain them for future reference. Safety This product has been designed with the highest concern for safety. However, any electrical device, if used improperly, has the potential for causing fire, electrical shock or personal injury. To help ensure accident-free operation, follow these guidelines: •...
  • Page 12 • Do not throw, drop or step on the system or accessories, and do not subject the devices to strong physical shock. Sitting down with the PSP system in a ® pocket or placing the system in the bottom of a backpack along with heavy objects may cause damage to the system.

  • Page 13: Lcd Screen

    • Do not connect the AC Power Cord to a voltage transformer or inverter. Connecting the AC Power Cord to a voltage transformer for overseas travel or an inverter for use in an automobile may cause heat to build up in the AC Adaptor and may cause burns or a malfunction.
  • Page 14 If, for any reason, software or data loss or corruption occurs, it is usually not possible to recover the software or data. Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates accept no liability for damages, costs or expenses arising from software, data loss or corruption.
  • Page 15 Overseas use When travelling note any applicable wireless regulations. Moisture condensation If the PSP system or UMD™ is brought directly from a cold location to a ® warm one, moisture may condense on the lens inside the system or on the UMD™.

  • Page 16: Battery Pack Precautions

    Battery Pack precautions Warnings Do not handle a damaged or leaking Battery Pack. Contact with the material can result in injury or burns to the eyes or skin. Even if foreign substances are not immediately visible, chemical changes in the material can result in injuries occurring at a later time.

  • Page 17: Preparation

    Preparation Checking the package contents Check that you have all of the following items. If any items are missing, contact the appropriate PSP customer service helpline which can be found within ® every PSP format software manual. ® s PSP (PlayStation Portable) system ®...

  • Page 18: Part Names And Functions

    Part names and functions System front POWER HOLD HOME SELECT START A L button F strap holder Attach as shown in the diagram. B directional buttons C Memory Stick Duo™ access indicator Lights up when saving and loading data D WLAN access indicator G left speaker Lights up when using the wireless networking feature...
  • Page 19 K LCD screen button L display button button Adjusts screen brightness button page 36) M sound button button Adjusts the tone ( page 34) U POWER indicator N SELECT button Lights up, flashes or changes colour to indicate system status O START button page 27) P R button...
  • Page 20 System top OPEN A IR port C OPEN latch B USB connector System bottom DC IN A headset connector C DC IN 5V connector B charging terminals Part names and functions...
  • Page 21 System left side R:WLAN on r:WLAN off A Memory Stick Duo™ slot B WLAN switch Turns on the wireless networking feature System right side R:POWER switch r:HOLD switch A POWER/HOLD switch Turns the system on and off, puts in Sleep Mode ( pages 27, 29) and locks the system buttons page 33)
  • Page 22 Headphones with Remote Control The Headphones with Remote Control are supplied with the Value Pack. Remote Control side Remote Control front A . button A HOLD switch Locks the operation of the Remote B > button Control. Note that this button does not lock the buttons of the PSP ®...

  • Page 23: Preparing The Psp® System For Use

    Preparing the PSP system for use ® Before using the PSP system for the first time after purchase, you must follow ® these steps to charge the battery. Getting started 1: Inserting the Battery Pack Remove the battery cover. Hold down the PUSH button and slide the battery cover open.
  • Page 24 Getting started 2: Charging Cautions • The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. • Do not plug the AC Power Cord for the PSP system into an electrical ® outlet until you have made all other connections. Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN 5V connector on the bottom of the system.
  • Page 25 Unplug the AC Power Cord from the electrical outlet and disconnect the AC Adaptor from the system. Hint For information on how to charge the battery, see "Battery" ( page 37). Getting started 3: Initial setup Turn on the PSP system ( page 27).

  • Page 26: Connecting The Headphones With Remote Control

    Connecting the Headphones with Remote Control Connect the Headphones to the PSP system. ® Headphones HOME Remote Control 1 Plug the Headphones into the Remote Control. 2 Plug the Headphones into the headset connector on the bottom of the system. Hints •...

  • Page 27: Basic Operations

    Basic operations Turning the PSP system on and off ® Turning the system on Slide the POWER/HOLD switch up. The POWER indicator lights up in green, and the Home Menu is displayed. Hints • If the PSP system is turned on with a UMD™ inserted, the UMD™ will begin playback ®...
  • Page 28 Turning the system off Hold the POWER/HOLD switch in the up position for more than three seconds. The POWER indicator flashes and then turns off, indicating that the system is turned off. Turning the PSP® system on and off...

  • Page 29: Using Sleep Mode

    Using Sleep Mode If the PSP system is switched to Sleep Mode, the software that is playing will ® be paused. When Sleep Mode is cleared, you can begin playback from the point where the system entered Sleep Mode. Notices •...
  • Page 30 Clearing Sleep Mode Slide the POWER/HOLD switch up again. Sleep Mode is cleared. Hints • You can also clear Sleep Mode by pressing the u (Play/Pause) button of the remote control, if the system was put in Sleep Mode during music or video playback. •...

  • Page 31: Inserting A Umd

    Inserting a UMD™ Notice Do not eject a UMD™ during playback. Slide the OPEN latch on the PSP system top. ® The disc cover opens. Insert a UMD™. With the disc label facing the system rear, slide the UMD™ in the direction of the arrow until it is fully inserted.

  • Page 32: Inserting A Memory Stick Duo

    Inserting a Memory Stick Duo™ Warning Keep Memory Stick Duo™ media out of the reach of small children, as the media could be swallowed by accident. Open the slot cover and insert the Memory Stick Duo™. Front side Open the slot cover in the Press until fully inserted.

  • Page 33: Avoiding Unintended Operation Of The Psp® System

    Avoiding unintended operation of the PSP ® system Slide the POWER/HOLD switch down. The switch locks into place. The HOLD indicator turns yellow, indicating that the system buttons are locked. Clearing Hold Mode Slide the POWER/HOLD switch to its original position. Avoiding unintended operation of the PSP®...

  • Page 34: Using The Sound Button

    Using the sound button The sound button is used to adjust the tone and to mute the sound for audio playback and for key tones. Adjusting the tone Tone can only be adjusted when using the Headphones. Press the sound button. POWER HOLD SELECT...
  • Page 35 Clearing mute You can clear mute by any of the following methods: • Pressing the sound button • Pressing the volume + or volume - button on the system or on the Remote Control Using the sound button...

  • Page 36: Using The Display Button

    Using the display button The display button is used to adjust screen brightness. Adjusting screen brightness Press the display button. POWER HOLD SELECT START Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows: Level 1 Darker Level 2 Level 3 Brighter (Level 4)

  • Page 37: Battery

    Battery Battery charge level The battery charge level is displayed on the screen. Battery charge level Estimating the remaining battery power There is plenty of power left. The battery is getting low. The battery has almost run out. No battery power remains. The POWER indicator flashes green. Recharge the battery.
  • Page 38 • Battery charge level can also be checked in "Battery information" under "System Settings" ( page 97). • If the PSP system is left unused after the battery runs out, the date and time settings may ® be reset. If this occurs, the date and time setting screen will be displayed the next time the system is turned on.

  • Page 39: Replacing The Battery Pack

    Hint The Battery Pack lifespan varies depending on how it is stored, the conditions of use and environmental factors, such as temperature. Replacing the Battery Pack For safety reasons, turn off the system and remove the AC Power Cord from the electrical outlet before replacing the Battery Pack.

  • Page 40: Game

    Game Playing a game Select from the Home Menu. Insert a UMD™ ( page 31). The UMD™ icon is displayed. With the game icon selected, press the button. The game starts. Icons displayed under Game In addition to playing games, the following features are available under Game. You can use Ad Hoc Mode ( page 111) to receive Game Sharing...
  • Page 41 Hints • If (Restricted Content) is displayed, you must enter the password as described below to access the game. See "Parental Control Level" ( page 106) for details. Select (Restricted Content), and then press the button. Enter the 4-digit password using the directional buttons, and then press button.

  • Page 42: Game Options Menu

    Game options menu You can view game information or copy or delete saved data by displaying the options menu. Select an icon, and then press the button. The options menu is displayed. Icons Options menu Select a menu item, and then press the button.

  • Page 43: Copying And Deleting Saved Data

    Copying and deleting saved data You can copy or delete saved game data that is saved on a Memory Stick Duo™ using the saved data utility. Copying saved data You can copy saved data to another Memory Stick Duo™. It is recommended that important data be copied as a backup.

  • Page 44: Video

    Video Watching a video You can watch UMD™VIDEO and videos saved on a Memory Stick Duo™. Select from the Home Menu. Insert a UMD™ or Memory Stick Duo™ ( pages 31, 32). An icon for the inserted media is displayed. Select the icon, and then press the button.
  • Page 45 Hints • If (Restricted Content) is displayed, you must enter the password as described below to access the video. See "Parental Control Level" ( page 106) for details about the parental control feature. Select (Restricted Content), and then press the button.

  • Page 46: Using The Control Panel

    Using the control panel You can perform the following operations using the on-screen control panel. Notice Depending on the UMD™VIDEO, playback conditions may be set in advance by the software developer. In such cases, certain options may not be available, even if you follow the instructions in this manual.
  • Page 47 Icon Description Go To Plays from a specified chapter* or time ( page 49) Switches between available audio options for UMD™VIDEO recorded with multiple audio tracks Audio Options Switches between Left, Right, and Left + Right audio output for video saved on a Memory Stick Duo™ Switches between available viewing angles for Angle Options UMD™VIDEO recorded with multiple angles...
  • Page 48 Icon Description Stop Stops playback A-B Repeat Plays a specified section repeatedly ( page 52) Repeat Plays the video repeatedly ( page 51) Clear Clears the Repeat/A-B Repeat setting * This operation cannot be performed during playback of video saved on a Memory Stick Duo™.
  • Page 49 Hint The items displayed when playing a UMD™VIDEO are different from those displayed when playing a video saved on a Memory Stick Duo™. Changing the Screen Mode Changes the size of the viewable image on the screen. Select from the control panel, and then press the button.
  • Page 50 Chapter X Specifies the chapter number XX:XX:XX / XX:XX:XX Specifies the time * You cannot use this feature when playing video saved on a Memory Stick Duo™. Using the directional buttons, specify the number for the chapter or time, and then press the button.
  • Page 51 Hint While using Fast Reverse or Fast Forward, select from the control panel, and then press the button to switch between three speed options. Slow Motion playback During playback, select from the control panel, and then press the button. Returning to normal playback Select from the control panel, and then press the button.
  • Page 52 Playing a section of video repeatedly You can specify a section of video that you want to play repeatedly. During playback, select from the control panel, and then press the button at the beginning of the section to be repeated. The starting point, point A, is set.

  • Page 53: Operating With Psp® System Buttons Or The Remote Control

    Operating with PSP system buttons or the ® Remote Control You can operate the PSP system without using the control panel by using the ® system buttons or the Remote Control. System button Remote Control operation operation Press the button or the Press the u button.

  • Page 54: Video Options Menu

    Video options menu You can use the Video options menu to play a UMD™VIDEO or view information or delete videos saved on a Memory Stick Duo™. Select the icon, and then press the button. The options menu is displayed. Icons Options menu Select a menu item, and then press the button.

  • Page 55: Saving Videos On A Memory Stick Duo

    Visit http://www.memorystick.com/psp for more information about compatible devices. Hint A Memory Stick Duo Adaptor (model number MSAC-M2: a Sony product sold separately) is required if your device can handle only a standard-size Memory Stick™. Saving videos on a Memory Stick Duo™...
  • Page 56 3 Use a commercially available Memory Stick USB reader/writer. * If the device can handle only the standard-size Memory Stick™, you will need a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor (model number MSAC-M2: a Sony product sold separately). Hint Visit http://www.memorystick.com/psp for information on the formats that can be converted.

  • Page 57: Music

    Music Listening to music You can listen to UMD™MUSIC and music saved on a Memory Stick Duo™. Select from the Home Menu. Insert a UMD™ or a Memory Stick Duo™ ( pages 31, 32). An icon for the inserted media is displayed. Select the icon, and then press the button.
  • Page 58 • If the START button or the u button on the Remote Control is pressed in step 3, the first track of the first group will begin playing. • If the HOME button or the SELECT button is pressed during playback, the screen will return to the Home Menu.
  • Page 59 Stopping playback Press the button during playback. Playback stops. How to read the screen Track number/total number of tracks Album name Track name Artist name Status icon Control panel Codec Track elapsed time/total time Hints • "Album name" and "Track number/total number of tracks" are shown on the screen only while (Display) is turned on ( page 61).

  • Page 60: Using The Control Panel

    Using the control panel You can perform the following operations using the on-screen control panel. Press the button during playback. The control panel is displayed. Control panel Select an icon, and then press the button. Hint UMD™MUSIC containing video content (such as music videos) are played in the same way as UMD™VIDEO.
  • Page 61 Icon Description Next Track Skips to the beginning of the next track Fast Reverse/ Plays in fast reverse/fast forward* Fast Forward Play Plays a track Pause Pauses playback Stop Stops playback Group Mode Switches to Group Mode ( page 61) Specifies a part of a track, and then plays that part A-B Repeat repeatedly (...
  • Page 62 Clearing Group Mode Select from the control panel, and then press the button. Using Play Modes (Repeat/Shuffle) During playback, select from the control panel, and then press the button. Each time the button is pressed, the system switches between the following functions: Play Mode Description...
  • Page 63 Playing part of a track repeatedly Specify and then play the part that you want to play repeatedly. Select from the control panel during playback, and then press the button at the point where you want the repeated playback to begin. The starting point (point A) is set.

  • Page 64: Operating With Psp® System Buttons Or The Remote Control

    Operating with PSP system buttons or the ® Remote Control You can operate the PSP system without using the control panel by using the ® system buttons or the Remote Control. System button Remote Control operation operation Press the button or the Play Press the u button.

  • Page 65: Music Options Menu

    Music options menu You can use the Music options menu to view information about or to delete music data saved on a Memory Stick Duo™. Select an icon, and then press the button. The options menu is displayed. Icons Options menu Select a menu item, and then press the button.
  • Page 66 Playing with a selected codec With UMD™MUSIC that has multiple file formats and bit rates recorded, you can select from among the options for playback. Select a group that you want to listen to, and then press the button. Select "Select Codec", and then press the button.

  • Page 67: Transferring And Saving Music On A Memory Stick Duo

    Transferring and saving music on a Memory Stick Duo™ You can use the PSP system to play music data obtained in the following ® ways: 1) Music imported from an audio CD 2) Music purchased from a music download Web site See below for instructions regarding item 1).
  • Page 68 *2 A PC with Windows XP and SonicStage™ version 3.1 or later installed is required. ® *3 A device that supports MagicGate™ such as model number MSAC-US30 (a Sony product sold separately) is required. Hints • For detailed information about importing tracks, visit http://www.memorystick.com/psp.
  • Page 69 Hint The method of importing tracks varies depending on the software. For details, refer to the instructions supplied with the software. Where to save music data Create a folder named "PSP" directly on the Memory Stick Duo™, and then create a folder named "MUSIC" in the "PSP" folder. Save music data in the "MUSIC"...

  • Page 70: Photo

    Photo Viewing images You can view images saved on a Memory Stick Duo™. Select from the Home Menu. Insert a Memory Stick Duo™ ( page 32). is displayed. With selected, press the button. Icons for Digital Camera Images, folders and images saved on the Memory Stick Duo™...

  • Page 71: Using The Control Panel

    Using the control panel You can perform the following operations using the on-screen control panel. Press the button while displaying an image. The control panel is displayed. Control panel Select an icon, and then press the button. Clearing the control panel Press the button or the button.
  • Page 72 Icon Description Displays the functions that can be performed Help using the PSP system buttons ® Returns an image that has been zoomed in or Clear Zoom out to its original size Zoom Out Zooms out from the image Zoom In Zooms in on the image Rotates the image 90-degrees Rotate Left...

  • Page 73: Clearing The Display

    Image number/total images Image name Updated Display status Clearing the display Select from the control panel, and then press the button. Adjusting image size You can change the size of the image displayed on the screen. While displaying the image, select from the control panel, and then press the button.
  • Page 74 Setting an image as wallpaper You can set the currently displayed image as wallpaper. With an image displayed, select from the control panel, and then press the button. Select "Yes", and then press the button. "Save completed" is displayed and the setting is complete. Hints •...

  • Page 75: Operating With Psp® System Buttons Or The Remote Control

    Operating with PSP system buttons or the ® Remote Control You can operate the PSP system without using the control panel by using the ® system buttons or the Remote Control. System button Remote Control operation operation Press the u button. Play a slideshow Press the START button.

  • Page 76: Photo Options Menu

    Photo options menu When the Photo options menu is displayed, you can view information about or delete images saved on a Memory Stick Duo™. Select an icon, and then press the button. The options menu is displayed. Icons Options menu Select a menu item, and then press the button.
  • Page 77 Sending and receiving images You can transfer images with another PSP system using Ad Hoc Mode ® page 111). The steps for the sender and the receiver are different. Sender Receiver Set up for Ad Hoc Mode (both sender and receiver). 1 Turn on the WLAN switch on the left side of the PSP system ®...

  • Page 78: Playing Slideshows

    Playing slideshows You can set the available images to be displayed in order. Select the icon for a folder or media containing images, and then press the START button. The slideshow begins. The content displayed varies depending on the icon selected.
  • Page 79 Control panel Select an icon, and then press the button. Clearing the control panel Press the button or the button. List of operations Icon Description Slideshow Switches the information displayed on the screen Options page 80) View Mode Changes the size of the image displayed on the screen Display Displays image information Displays the functions that can be performed using the...
  • Page 80 Icon Description Repeat Plays the slideshow repeatedly Displaying slideshow options During a slideshow, select from the control panel, and then press the button. Each time you press the button, the option switches as follows: Image name and date of last update are displayed. Image name and date of last update are displayed, together with thumbnails of each image.
  • Page 81 System button Remote Control operation operation Display slideshow options Press the button. Hint Some buttons cannot be operated while the control panel is displayed on the screen. In this case, press the button to clear the control panel. Playing slideshows...

  • Page 82: Saving Images On A Memory Stick Duo

    You can use Memory Stick Duo™ media with a digital still camera that can handle only the standard-size Memory Stick™ by using a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor (model number MSAC-M2: a Sony product sold separately). Saving image data items from a PC to a Memory Stick Duo™...
  • Page 83 * A Memory Stick Duo Adaptor (model number MSAC-M2: a Sony product sold separately) is required if the slot on the device you are using is able to handle only the standard-size Memory Stick™. Where to save image data Create a folder named "PSP" directly on the Memory Stick Duo™, and then create a folder named "PHOTO"...

  • Page 84: Network

    You can watch TV or videos by using the wireless networking feature to connect to a LocationFree™ Base LocationFree™ Station (a Sony product sold separately). Depending on Player where you live the Base Station may not be available for purchase or for use. For details, visit http://www.sony.net/locationfree/psp.

  • Page 85: Connecting To The Internet

    Connecting to the Internet You can connect to the Internet to view Web pages using the Internet browser. Note that you must be in an Internet-accessible location to connect to the Internet. Check that you have completed network settings. To connect to the Internet, you must first enter settings and save a connection for Infrastructure Mode ( page 112).
  • Page 86 Busy icon Once the Web page is displayed, press the button to hide the menu. By pressing the button, you can switch between displaying and hiding the menu. From the menu bar, you can access various features and settings such as "Back" and "Close Page". Hints •...
  • Page 87 THAT PURPOSE OR USE. TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY APPLICABLE LAWS OR REGULATIONS, SONY COMPUTER ENTERTAINMENT INC. AND/OR ITS AFFILIATED COMPANIES DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABLILITY FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE TO YOU, YOUR SOFTWARE, YOUR DATA, OR TO ANY THIRD...

  • Page 88: Using Rss Channel

    Using RSS Channel You can add link information to your channel list that will enable your PSP ® system to link to audio content on Web pages that provide RSS-distributed audio content. When connected to the Internet, the system will automatically update the list of audio content that has been added to these pages, and you can then play the new content on your system.
  • Page 89 Select "Yes", and then press the button. The channel is added to the channel list. The channel list is saved on Memory Stick Duo™ media. Playing streaming content The audio content will be available for streaming playback. You must be connected to the Internet to access and to play audio content.
  • Page 90 Hints • You can access and play MP3 and MP4 (AAC) format audio content provided in a form that complies with RSS version 2.0. • Playback of audio content under RSS Channel is controlled in the same way as audio data under Music ( page 60).

  • Page 91: Rss Channel Options Menu

    RSS Channel options menu When the options menu is displayed, you can view information about or delete channels saved on a Memory Stick Duo™. Select an icon, and then press the button. The options menu is displayed. Icons Options menu Select a menu item, and then press the button.

  • Page 92: Settings

    Settings Settings for the PSP system ® You can adjust the settings for the PSP system as well as settings for features, ® such as video, photo and network. Select from the Home Menu. Icons for various settings are displayed. Select an icon, and then press the button.
  • Page 93 Icons displayed under Settings Provides access to updates for the system Network Update software ( page 120) Allows for connection to a PC using a USB USB Connection cable ( page 109) Includes settings for UMD™VIDEO Menu Video Settings Language, Audio Language and Subtitle Language ( page 94) Includes settings for adjusting the slideshow...

  • Page 94: Video Settings

    Video Settings You can set the UMD™VIDEO language or boost UMD™VIDEO volume. Notice Depending on the UMD™VIDEO, playback conditions may be set in advance by the software developer. In such cases, certain options may not be available, even if you follow the instructions in this manual.

  • Page 95: Photo Settings

    Photo Settings You can set the Slideshow Speed. Fast Displays images at a faster rate Normal Displays images at normal speed Slow Displays images at a slower rate The default setting for the menu item is underlined. Photo Settings...

  • Page 96: System Settings

    System Settings You can adjust the settings for and display information about the PSP system, ® or format a Memory Stick Duo™. Nickname The nickname you selected in the initial setup can be changed. Use the on- screen keyboard to enter a new nickname. For details on entering text, see "How to use the keyboard"...

  • Page 97: Battery Information

    Character Set You can set the character code to be applied to music and other types of files. Usually it is not necessary to adjust this setting. For File Names Sets the character code to be used in music and other file names For Text in Files Sets the character code for text in m3u and other types of files Hint...
  • Page 98 Format Memory Stick™ You can format Memory Stick Duo™ media using the system. Follow the on- screen instructions to perform this operation. Notice When you format, all software and data stored on the Memory Stick Duo™ will be deleted and cannot be recovered. Be careful not to accidentally erase important data. Enable WMA Playback The system will connect to the Internet for an activation procedure to enable playback of music data in WMA format.

  • Page 99: System Information

    System Information You can display information about the PSP system. ® MAC Address Displays the MAC address System Software Displays the version of the system software Nickname Displays the nickname About PSP™ (PlayStation Portable) ® Displays trademark and copyright information related to software used by the system.

  • Page 100: Theme Settings

    Theme Settings You can change the theme for the PSP system screen or display an image as ® wallpaper. Theme You can change the background colour of the screen. Use the directional buttons to select a background colour, and then press the button to complete the setting.

  • Page 101: Date & Time Settings

    Date & Time Settings You can set the date and time, time zone and daylight saving time for the PSP ® system. Use the directional buttons to select each item, and then press the button to complete the setting. – Set Manually: Allows the user to set the year, month, day, hour, minute and second (and AM/PM setting if using a 12- Date and Time hour time format) manually...

  • Page 102: Power Save Settings

    Power Save Settings You can conserve the power of the PSP system by setting the system to ® automatically switch off the backlight or go into sleep mode. Backlight Auto-Off When the system remains idle for a certain period of time, it saves power by automatically turning off the backlight on the LCD screen.
  • Page 103 Auto Sleep You can set the system to conserve power by automatically entering Sleep Mode when it remains idle for a certain period of time. For details on clearing Sleep Mode, see "Clearing Sleep Mode" ( page 30). The system does not automatically go into Sleep Mode. 5 minutes Enters Sleep Mode after five minutes 10 minutes...

  • Page 104: Sound Settings

    Sound Settings You can turn off the key tone and limit the volume level. AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) You can limit the maximum volume. This can help prevent sound escaping from the Headphones as well as the possible danger resulting from being unable to hear what is going on around you when wearing Headphones.

  • Page 105: Security Settings

    Security Settings You can adjust settings related to PSP system security features. ® Change Password Changes the 4-digit password. The password is required for the following operations: • To change the "Parental Control Level" or "Internet Browser Start Control" settings •...
  • Page 106 Parental Control Level Some types of content (such as games or video) have a preset parental control level based on the content. You can set the parental control level on the system to restrict the playback of content with a level that is higher than that set on the system.
  • Page 107 Parental control level of content : Content can be viewed. : Content cannot be viewed. For further information about Parental Control Levels and corresponding age groups, visit yourpsp.com or refer to software manual. Hints • The parental control level can be checked under "Information" in the options menu. •...

  • Page 108: Rss Channel Settings

    RSS Channel Settings Item Save Options You can change the number of items that can be saved under RSS Channel. Example: If "Last 5 Items" is selected, the latest 5 items in a channel are saved. If items from the same channel are already saved, only the latest 5 items will be saved and older items will be deleted.

  • Page 109: Usb Connection

    USB Connection You can transfer files from a PC to a Memory Stick Duo™ inserted in the PSP ® system using a commercially available USB cable. Note that files that can be played are limited to file formats supported by the system. Hints •...
  • Page 110 Select (USB Connection) under from the Home Menu, and then press the button. The Memory Stick Duo™ inserted in the system is detected by the PC. Notice Do not format a Memory Stick Duo™ on a PC, as it may no longer be recognised by the system.

  • Page 111: Network Settings

    Network Settings You can adjust the network settings to allow connection to a wireless local area network (WLAN). There are two WLAN modes. Warning Turn off the WLAN switch when in crowded places, such as in a crowded train. If a person nearby is using a pacemaker, it is possible that the radio waves could affect the pacemaker.
  • Page 112 Infrastructure Mode In this mode, you can connect the PSP system to a network using an access ® point. This is used to connect to the Internet ( page 85) or for features such as Network Update ( page 120). Hint When displayed on software packaging, this icon indicates that the software title supports WLAN - Infrastructure Mode features.
  • Page 113 Example of a network configuration Network equipment connections and setup methods vary depending on the equipment used. Network device such as a DSL Connect to the Access point or cable modem network through or router an access point. Internet line Creating a new network connection You can adjust network settings to connect to an access point and save the network connection data on the system.
  • Page 114 Enter a name for the network connection. When you press the button, an on-screen keyboard ( page 123) is displayed, allowing you to enter characters for the name. You can choose any name you like for the network connection. After you have finished entering your settings, press the right button to go to the next screen.
  • Page 115 After you have finished entering your settings, press the right button to go to the next screen. Enter security information for the access point. You can set the options listed below. If you have questions about which items are needed for your network, contact the network administrator. None Does not set security information.
  • Page 116 Select the address setting method. This screen is used to select the settings listed below. Most home networks will allow you to use the settings shown in the "Easy" setup (this is the recommended setup). The following information is automatically set. - IP address settings: Automatic Easy - DNS settings: Automatic...
  • Page 117 Check the settings. This screen displays the setting details. Press the left button to return to the previous screens to correct any of the settings, if necessary. After you have finished entering your settings, press the right button to go to the next screen.
  • Page 118 The system's MAC address can be checked under "System Information" ( page 99). About DNAS Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. uses DNAS (Dynamic Network Authentication System), a proprietary authentication system, to help protect copyright and security in connecting the PSP system to a network. DNAS may ®...
  • Page 119 Select a connection, and then press the button. The items listed below are displayed. Select the operation that you want to perform, and then press the button. Changes the settings of a network connection saved on the Edit system Test Connection Tests the connection to an access point Delete Deletes a network connection...

  • Page 120: Network Update

    Network Update You can update the system software for the PSP system using the Network ® Update feature. For details on updates, see "PSP Updates" ( page 126). ® Network update process Connect to the network Connect using a wireless LAN access point. Turn on the WLAN switch on the left side of the PSP system.
  • Page 121 Starting a network update You can connect to a network using an access point to download update data. Before starting, check that the battery is charged. You may not be able to start an update if the battery charge level is low. Insert a Memory Stick Duo™...
  • Page 122 Connect Connects to an access point Changes the settings of a network connection saved on the Edit system Delete Deletes a network connection Information Displays information about a network connection * For detailed instructions, see "Creating a new network connection" ( page 113).

  • Page 123: How To Use The Keyboard

    How to use the keyboard You can use the on-screen keyboard for text entry such as when entering a nickname for the PSP system or entering network setting information. ® Text entry field (displays Function keys Cursor characters as they are entered) Alphabet/symbol keys Text entry options Input mode display...

  • Page 124: Entering Characters

    Keyboard keys Function Displays a diagram showing the system buttons and their usage Switches between upper and lower case Enters a line break Switching input mode The number of input modes available varies depending on the language selected. Every time you press the SELECT button, the input mode switches among the options in the diagram below: Input mode Input mode...
  • Page 125 Select JKL5, and then press the button several times until "L" is displayed. Select ABC2, and then press the button several times until "A" is displayed. Select WXYZ9, and then press the button several times until "Y" is displayed. Select Enter, and then press the button.

  • Page 126: Additional Information

    Additional information updates ® Software updates may include security patches and new or revised settings and features. It is recommended that you always maintain your system to use the latest version of the system software. 1 Obtain update data. 2 Use the update data to overwrite the PSP system software.
  • Page 127 Update using a PC Update method using a PC to download update data from the Internet. For detailed instructions, visit yourpsp.com. Update using a UMD™ You can update using a UMD™ that contains update data. Before starting, check that the battery is charged. You may not be able to start an update if the battery charge level is low.
  • Page 128 Check that the update was successful If the version number of the update is displayed in the "System Software" field under "System Information" ( page 99), the update was successful. PSP® updates...

  • Page 129: Compatible Media

    Compatible media The media types listed below can be used on the PSP system. Throughout this ® manual, the term "Memory Stick Duo™" is used to refer to all types of Memory Stick™ media in the table below. Type Logo UMD™...
  • Page 130 The standard-size Memory Stick™ cannot be used with the system. Memory Stick Duo Adaptor (sold separately) The Memory Stick Duo Adaptor (MSAC-M2: a Sony product sold separately) allows a Memory Stick Duo™ to be used with devices that take a standard-size Memory Stick™.
  • Page 131 Files that can be played You can play files of the following types on the PSP system: ® Content File types category • Memory Stick™ video format Video – MPEG-4 SP (AAC) – H.264/MPEG-4 AVC Main Profile (AAC) • Memory Stick™ audio format –...

  • Page 132: Specifications

    Specifications Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. (PlayStation Portable) system ® ® 4.3 inches (16:9) full-transparent type, TFT drive LCD screen Approximately 16,770,000 colours displayed Sound Stereo speakers Internal disc drive Read-only UMD™ drive DC IN 5V connector Charging terminals Headset connector IR port...
  • Page 133 UMD™ laser Wave length 655 - 665 nm Power Max. 0.28 mW Type Semiconductor, continuous Wireless networking Standard IEEE 802.11b WEP (128-bit/64-bit) Security WPA-PSK (TKIP) WPA-PSK (AES) Modulation format DS-SS (IEEE 802.11b compliant) AC Adaptor Input AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz Output DC 5 V, Max.
  • Page 134 Battery Pack Battery type Lithium-ion rechargeable battery Voltage DC 3.6 V Capacity 1800 mAh x Headphones The ear friendly Headphones are specifically designed to limit sound pressure level to a maximum of 90dB. About the Memory Stick Duo™ supplied with the Value Pack •...
  • Page 135 Copyright © 1996-2005 ACCESS Co., Ltd. is a trademark or registered trademark of ACCESS Co., Ltd. in Japan and other countries. This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.
  • Page 136 " and " " are registered trademarks, and "UMD" is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. " " and "XMB" are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. "SONY" and " " are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Also, "Memory Stick Duo", "Memory Stick PRO Duo", "Memory Stick", "...
  • Page 137 About national export control This product may fall within the scope of national export control legislation. You must comply fully with the requirements of such legislation and of all other applicable laws of any jurisdiction in relation to this product. Notice about U.S.

  • Page 138: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Go through this section if you experience difficulty in operating the PSP ® system. Should any problem persist, contact the appropriate PSP customer ® service helpline which can be found within every PSP format software ® manual. Power, battery and charging issues The power does not turn on.
  • Page 139 The POWER indicator is on, but the LCD screen is not displayed. , Check that the LCD screen's backlight is not turned off. If it is, press any of the system buttons to turn on the backlight. The battery loses its charge even when the system is turned off. , Because battery power is used even when the system is turned off, it is recommended that you charge the battery frequently.
  • Page 140 Sound There is no sound. , Check that the volume is not set to zero. Try raising the volume pages 18, 22). , Check that the mute setting is not on. Press the sound button on the system front to clear the mute setting ( page 34).
  • Page 141 The UMD™ does not play properly. , If moisture condensation occurs, remove the UMD™ from the system and do not use the system for several hours until the condensation evaporates page 15). Upon starting a UMD™, a message recommending an update is displayed.
  • Page 142 Video The UMD™VIDEO does not operate. , If the playback conditions have been set by the software developer, the UMD™VIDEO may not play as described in this manual. Videos do not play. , Depending on the bit rate, certain videos may not be playable on the system. Check that the video files were converted at a bit rate of 768 kbps or lower.
  • Page 143 A group on a Memory Stick Duo™ cannot be deleted. , If there is non-music data in the group, the group cannot be deleted. Photo Images do not display. , Depending on the image data size, certain images are not viewable. , If images are edited using a PC, they may not be viewable.
  • Page 144 , Depending on the access point setting, you may need to enter the system's MAC address ( page 99). , When communicating with another system in Ad Hoc Mode, both systems must be set to the same channel ( page 111). The Web page won't display properly.
  • Page 145 The system is turned on, but does not operate. , Check that the system is not in Hold Mode. If it is, slide the POWER/HOLD switch up to clear Hold Mode ( page 33). , Try sliding the POWER/HOLD switch up and holding until the POWER indicator turns off.

  • Page 146: Guarantee

    This Guarantee is in addition to your statutory consumer rights (under applicable law) and does not affect them in any way. This Guarantee is given to you by Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd of 30 Golden Square, London, W1F 9LD, United Kingdom.
  • Page 147 Product and all other guarantees, warranties, terms and conditions, express or implied by statute or otherwise, in respect of this Product are excluded and neither SCEE nor any other Sony entity, or their suppliers or authorised service facilities, will be liable for any special, incidental, indirect or consequential loss or damage.
  • Page 148 © 2006 Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. All rights reserved.

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