Introduction Using the Home Menu GAME Playing games VIDEO Category Playing video MUSIC Playing music PHOTO Displaying images Busy icon: This icon is displayed when a page is loading. NETWORK Select a category using the left or right Connecting to the button.
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This document describes basic operations of the PSP system. For detailed instructions, refer to the online user’s guide ® page 23) : http://manuals.playstation.net/document/ Directional buttons: button: Used to select Cancels selected categories/items operations POWER HOME button: HOLD Returns to the Home Menu HOME SELECT START...
If any items are missing, contact the appropriate PSP customer service helpline which can be found within ® every PSP format software manual. ® AC Adaptor AC Adaptor (PSP-1003 only) AC Adaptor (PSP-1002 only) (PlayStation Portable) system ® ® AC Power Cord...
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This document contains information on basic hardware operations of the PSP system. ® Headphones* with Remote Control * Ear Friendly Headphones (PSP-1003 only) • User’s Guide (http://manuals.playstation.net/document/) This online document is accessed through the Internet and contains detailed information related to the use of the PSP ®...
Preparation Preparing the PSP system for use ® Charging the battery Insert the Battery Pack. While holding down the PUSH button, slide the battery Before using the PSP system for the first time after ® cover in the direction of the arrow. Align the bottom purchase, you must follow these steps to charge the surface of the Battery Pack with the system to attach the battery.
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Preparation Preparing the PSP system for use ® Initial setup Attach the AC Adaptor* to charge the battery. Slide the POWER/HOLD switch up. POWER indicator POWER HOLD HOME SELECT START POWER/HOLD switch The POWER indicator lights up in orange, indicating that The POWER indicator lights up in green, and the initial charging has begun.
Preparation Part names and functions System OPEN latch (top) ( page 12) LCD screen L button R button Directional buttons button button Memory Stick Duo™ access indicator button page 13) button POWER indicator page 10) WLAN switch (left side) POWER POWER/HOLD HOLD switch...
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Preparation Part names and functions Using the sound button Headphones with Remote Control The headphones with Remote Control are supplied Each time you press the button, the tone with the Value Pack and are also sold separately. Press and release changes among HEAVY POPS JAZZ...
Basic operations Power and sleep mode functions Use the POWER/HOLD switch to turn the system on POWER/HOLD switch or off, or to put it into sleep or hold mode. Turning the system on / Slide up Putting into sleep mode Slide up and hold for more B Turning the system off than three seconds...
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Basic operations Power and sleep mode functions 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. •...
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Basic operations Playing content on UMD™ and Memory Stick Duo™ media UMD™ content Select the icon, and then press the button. Slide the OPEN latch to open the disc cover. Insert a UMD™. The icon is displayed in the Home Menu. Do not touch the recorded surface.
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Basic operations Playing content on UMD™ and Memory Stick Duo™ media Content on Memory Stick Duo™ media Select the icon, and then press the button. 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.
Basic operations Checking the battery charge level Battery charge level • If the POWER indicator flashes green, save game progress and recharge the battery. If the battery runs out before you save, game progress will be lost. • Depending on the usage conditions and environmental factors, the charge level display may vary from the actual charge level.
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Basic operations Copying music/videos/images Copy music/video/image files to Memory Stick Duo™ media and play or view files on the PSP system. ® Copy methods vary depending on the device and software in use as well as file type. The following instructions are based on the most common copying methods.
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Basic operations Copying music/videos/images Copying music files Copying video files Example: Importing music tracks from an audio CD Example: Importing video from a digital video camera 1. Import 1. Import Use compatible software to import music tracks from an Import video to a PC. audio CD to a PC.
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PSP system. ® All Sony products sold separately • You can view image files in formats such as JPEG (DCF 2.0/ You must use this software to transfer music files in ATRAC Exif 2.21 compliant), TIFF and GIF.
Network Adjusting network settings Required items Warning Turn off the WLAN switch when in crowded places, such as The following items are generally required to set up in a crowded train. If a person nearby is using a pacemaker, the system to connect to a network. it is possible that the radio waves could affect the pacemaker.
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Network Adjusting network settings Creating a new network connection Select "Scan", and then press the right button. You can adjust network settings to connect to an access point and save the network connection data on the system. Network settings may vary depending on the equipment in use and the network environment.
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Network Adjusting network settings Select the access point that you want to Select the security settings as use, and then press the button. necessary, and then press the right button. An SSID is a code or a name that is assigned to the access point.
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Network Adjusting network settings Select "Easy" or "Custom" and adjust Check the setting list. settings as necessary. The setting values you entered are displayed. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete your network settings. • If the connection test fails, follow the on-screen instructions to check the settings.
Network Connecting to the Internet Using the Internet browser Using the on-screen keyboard ( page 24), enter the address for the Web page. Check that you have access to a wireless After you have entered the address, the PSP system will network.
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Network Connecting to the Internet Basic operations of the Internet browser Viewing the user’s guide You can use the Internet browser to view the online button + Scroll in any direction user’s guide for the PSP (PlayStation Portable) analog stick ®...
Keyboard Using the on-screen keyboard Control panel item list Cursor Text entry field Keyboard keys Function (displays characters Function keys Enters a space as they are entered) When entering text in the Internet browser address field, previously entered addresses are displayed. Addresses are displayed only when input mode is set to Web address shortcuts.
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Keyboard Using the on-screen keyboard Switching input mode Entering characters The number of input modes available varies This section will demonstrate how to enter text using depending on the language selected. Each time you the word "FUN" as an example. press the SELECT button, the input mode changes Select "DEF3", and then press the among the options in the diagram below:...
system updates ® Updating the system software Software updates may include security patches, new or revised settings and features, and other items, • For the latest information on updates, visit www.playstation.com which will change your current operating system. It is •...
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system updates ® Updating the system software Update methods Insert a UMD™ that contains update data. You can perform an update in any of the following The update data icon and version number are displayed ways. For detailed instructions, visit under (Game) in the Home Menu.
Security Settings Setting the parental control level The PSP system includes a parental control feature. ® Parental control levels on content You can use this feature to set a password and limit the playback of content restricted by a parental control level (games, videos and other content).
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Security Settings Setting the parental control level Setting the parental control level Select (Security Settings) under (Settings), and then press the button. Select "Parental Control Level", and then press the button. The password entry screen is displayed. Using the directional buttons, enter the 4-digit password, and then press the button.
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