Sony Playstation 2 Owners Manual

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© 2003  Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.  All rights reserved.SCPH-50003Instruction ManualThank you for purchasing the PlayStation
®2
computer entertainment system.
You can play PlayStation
®2 format CD-ROM
and DVD-ROM discs, PlayStation
® format
CD-ROM discs, audio CDs, and DVD video
and DVD-RW (VR mode) discs with this
system.
Before operating this console, please read this
manual carefully and retain it for future
reference.
MEMORY CARD slots
“
”
 product family logo
1 (standby)/RESET button and
1 indicator
IR receiver
A (open) button and A indicator
Disc tray
Controller ports
 
USB connectors
L2 button,  R2 button,
L1 button,  R1 button
Directional buttons
¢ , a , ✕ , s  buttons
START button
ANALOG mode button
SELECT button
Left analog stick, right analog stick,
L3 button, R3 button 
						

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WARNING
Do not expose the console to
cigarette smoke or dustWhen setting up the console, avoid places subject to
excessive cigarette smoke or dust. Cigarette smoke residue
or dust build-up on internal components such as the lens,
may cause the console to malfunction.Disc handling•Do not leave discs near a heat source, in direct sunlight,
or in high humidity.
•Store discs in their cases when they are not being used.
Stacking discs or standing them at an angle without
putting them in their cases can cause the discs to warp.
•Do not touch the disc surface when handling a disc;
hold it by the edges.
•Do not stick paper or tape onto the disc.
•Do not write on the disc with a marker, etc.
•Fingerprints, dust, dirt or scratches on the disc can
distort the picture or reduce sound quality. Always
handle carefully and make sure discs are clean before
use.
•Clean discs using a soft cloth, lightly wiping from the
centre outwards.
•Do not use solvents such as benzene, commercially
available cleaners not intended for CD use or anti-static
spray intended for vinyl LPs since these can damage
the disc.Do not touch the console connectorsDo not touch the metal parts or insert foreign objects into
the console connectors.
To help protect the expansion bus connector within the
EXPANSION BAY, keep the EXPANSION BAY cover in
place on the console rear when the bay is not in use.Do not place the console in an unusually hot
locationDo not leave the console in a car with its windows closed
(particularly in summer) as this may warp the exterior of
the console or cause the console to malfunction.Moisture condensationIf the console or the disc is brought directly from a cold
location to a warm one, moisture may condense on the
lens inside the console or on the disc. Should this occur,
the console may not operate properly. In this case, remove
the disc and do not put the disc back in until the moisture
evaporates. (This could take several hours.) If the console
still does not operate properly, please contact the
appropriate PlayStation
® customer service helpline which
can be found within every PlayStation
® and PlayStation
®2
format software manual.
Do not subject the console to violent
physical shockDo not throw or drop the console or its accessories, and do
not knock the console or its accessories against other
objects. When carrying the console, do not subject it to any
type of violent physical shock. This may damage the disc
or cause the console to malfunction.
Precautions
Avoid damaging the exterior of the consoleDo not apply any solvents, and do not place any rubber or
vinyl materials on the surface of the console for an
extended period of time. Doing so may damage the plastic
surface or cause the paint to peel off.Cleaning the exterior of the consoleWhen cleaning the exterior of the console, be sure to turn
the power off with the MAIN POWER switch on the back
of the console and disconnect the AC power plug from the
electrical socket.
•If the exterior of the console becomes dirty, soak a soft
cloth in a mild detergent solution diluted with water,
tightly squeeze the cloth to remove the excess liquid,
wipe the affected area of the exterior and finish by
wiping with a dry cloth.
•Do not use benzene or paint thinner to clean the
exterior of the console since these may damage the
surface or cause the paint to peel off. When using a
chemically-treated dust cloth, follow the usage
instructions supplied with it.
•Dust can accumulate in both the front and rear vents of
the console. Check the vents from time to time and
remove any accumulated dust with a handheld or low
powered vacuum cleaner.Never disassemble the console•Use your PlayStation
®2 computer entertainment
system according to the instructions in this manual.
No authorisation for the analysis or modification of the
PlayStation
®2 console, nor the analysis and use of its
circuit configurations, is given.
•There are no user-serviceable components inside the
PlayStation®2 console. Disassembling it will void the
guarantee. Additionally, there is a risk of exposure to
(laser) radiation as well as to electrical shock hazards.
Notes on safety when using the Analog
Controller (DUALSHOCK
®2)*
•Stop using the console immediately if you begin to feel
tired or if you experience discomfort or pain in your
hands or arms while operating the Analog Controller
(DUALSHOCK
®2). If the condition persists, consult a
doctor.
•The Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK
®2) is intended
for use with the hands only. Do not bring it into close
contact with your head, face or the bones of any other
part of the body.
•The vibration function of the Analog Controller
(DUALSHOCK
®2) can aggravate injuries. Do not use
the vibration function if you have any ailment or injury
to the bones, joints or muscles of your hands or arms.
Note that some PlayStation
®2 and PlayStation
® format
software titles set the vibration function to “On” by
default. In most cases, the vibration function can be set
to “Off” in the options menu of the software. Do not
play such titles using the Analog Controller
(DUALSHOCK
®2) unless you have set the vibration
function to “Off”.
•Avoid prolonged use of the Analog Controller
(DUALSHOCK®2). Take a break at about 30 minute
intervals.
* These notes also apply to the Analog Controller
  (DUALSHOCK®).
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the console to rain or moisture.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place
a container filled with liquids on top of the
console.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the
cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.CautionThe use of optical instruments with this
product will increase eye hazard. As the
laser beam used in this unit is harmful to
eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the
cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.Read carefully before
operating your PlayStation
®2
console
A few people may experience epileptic seizures when
viewing flashing lights or patterns in our daily
environment. These persons may experience seizures
while watching TV or playing video games, including
DVD videos or games played on the PlayStation
®2
console. Players who have not had any seizures may
nonetheless have an undetected epileptic condition.
Consult your physician before operating the PlayStation
®2
console if you have an epileptic condition or experience
any of the following symptoms while watching TV
programs or playing video games: altered vision, muscle
twitching, other involuntary movements, loss of
awareness of your surroundings, mental confusion, and/
or convulsions.
This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product.
This label is located on the protective housing of the CD/
DVD unit inside the enclosure.NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED
KINGDOMA moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this
equipment for your safety and convenience.
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a
5 AMP fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362, (i.e.,
marked with 2 or @ mark) must be used.
If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable
fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you
change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse
cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact the
appropriate PlayStation
® customer service helpline which
can be found within every PlayStation
® and PlayStation
®2
format software manual.
A limited number of PlayStation
® format software titles
may not play or play differently on the PlayStation
®2
computer entertainment system. This is primarily due to
design variations in PlayStation
® format software. For
further information on individual software titles, please
contact the appropriate PlayStation® customer service
helpline which can be found within every PlayStation
®
and PlayStation
®2 format software manual. 
						

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GBGetting started
DVD video systems and regional restrictions•This console conforms to the PAL broadcast
standard. You cannot play discs recorded for
other broadcast standards (such as NTSC) on
this console (unless the NTSC disc displays
the 
ALL
 label and an NTSC compatible TV is
used).
•Some DVD videos are marked with region
numbers such as 
2. The number contained
within the symbol represents the region
number of DVD players on which the disc can
be played. DVD videos that do not bear this
symbol, or that do not display the number 2
cannot be played on your console.
•DVDs with the 
ALL
 label can also be played on
this console.
If you attempt to play any other DVDs, a
message stating “This disc cannot be played
due to regional restrictions.” will appear on
the screen.
•Some DVDs that have no region code
markings may still be subject to area
restrictions and may not be playable on the
console.
Discs that can be played on PlayStation
®
2
Notes on the playback of DVD-R/DVD-RW/
DVD+R/DVD+RW discs*•Some discs recorded using DVD-R/DVD-
RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW devices may not be
playable due to scratches, dirt, dust,
fingerprints or problems encountered during
recording, or due to the state of the disc when
the recording was made. Only discs that have
been finalized (a process that concludes
recording) after recording are playable.
•Video recorded on CPRM (Content Protection
for Recordable Media) compatible DVD-RW
discs using the copy-once capability, will not
play that section of video, and the message
“Playback is restricted. Cannot play.” will be
displayed. For details, refer to the instructions
supplied with the DVD recording device.
(CPRM is a copy protection system with
scramble capability for recorded “copy-once”
broadcast programs.)* For details on each type of DVD media, refer to the
Glossary on pages 27-28 of this instruction manual.
Disc logoDisc colourContentsDisc size
PlayStation
®2 format
DVD-ROM
“
”, PlayStation
®2 logo
and 
designation
Silver
PlayStation
®2 format
CD-ROM
“
”, PlayStation
®2 logo
and 
designation
Blue
Audio and video
12 cm
PlayStation
® format
CD-ROM
PlayStation
® logo and designation
Black
*1 When you position the console vertically and play an 8 cm audio CD, use an optional adaptor.
*2 When playing an 8 cm DVD video or DVD-RW disc, always place the console in the horizontal position.
*3 The terms “DVD” and “DVD video” are used to refer to DVD-R, DVD+R and DVD+RW discs as well as DVD-RW discs
recorded in Video mode throughout this instruction manual.
The “DVD VIDEO” and “DVD-RW” logos are trademarks.
Disc logoContents
Disc size
Audio CDsAudio
DVD videos
*3
Audio and video
12 cm 8 cm
*1
12 cm
8 cm
*2
DVD-RW (VR mode)Audio and video
12 cm
8 cm
*2
Note on playback operations of DVDsThis console plays DVD video as originally
designed by the software producers. Some
of the playback features of this console may
not have been incorporated into the DVD
video design. As a result, some playback
features may not be available with certain
DVD videos. Please refer to the instructions
supplied with your DVD video for details.Irregularly-shaped discsDo not use irregularly-shaped CDs or DVDs
(for example, heart- or star-shaped discs) as
they may cause the console to malfunction. 
						

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Table of contents
WARNING
2
Precautions
2
Discs that can be played on PlayStation
®2
3
Checking the package contents
4
Positioning the console
4
Connecting your PlayStation
®2 to a TV set
5
Connecting digital audio equipment
7
Connecting other digital equipment
7
Using the main menu
8
Playing a game
10
Using Memory Cards
12
Playing an audio CD
12
Playing a DVD video
14
Settings and adjustments for the DVD player
18
Troubleshooting
25
Specifications
27
Glossary
27
GUARANTEE
28
Getting started
Connection
Game / Audio CD
DVD video
Additional
information
Check that you have the following items:
•PlayStation
®2 console
You can position the console either horizontally
or vertically.When positioning the console vertically, use the
SCPH-10040 
E Vertical Stand (for PlayStation
®2)
(sold separately).
When positioning the console horizontally, you
can use the SCPH-10110 
E Horizontal Stand (for
PlayStation
®2) (sold separately).
Checking the package contentsPositioning the console
Notes•Do not place the console in a position other than a
horizontal or vertical one, as doing so may damage it.
•Do not change the position of the console while it is in
operation. Doing so may damage the disc or cause the
console to malfunction.The ”
” product family logo on the disc tray
The “
” product family logo on the disc tray
can be rotated to match the horizontal or
vertical positioning of the console.
Vertical positioning Horizontal positioning
•Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK
®2)•AC power cord
•Instruction manual•AV Cable (integrated audio/video)
•Euro-AV connector plug
If any items are missing, please contact the appropriate PlayStation
® customer service helpline which
can be found within every PlayStation
® and PlayStation
®2 format software manual.
Logo adjustment 
						

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GBConnection
Connecting to a TV with an S VIDEO input connector
Connecting your PlayStation
®
2 t
o a TV set
You can connect the PlayStation
®2 console to most TVs or VCRs using the supplied AV Cable
(integrated audio/video) as described below. The console can also be connected to other types of TVs
using specialized cables and adaptors, which are sold separately. For details, see the following
sections:
•Connecting to a TV with an S VIDEO input connector (this page)
•Connecting to a TV with an aerial input (this page)
•Connecting to a TV with a Euro-AV connector using the Euro-AV connector plug (page 6)
•Connecting to a TV with a Euro-AV connector using the Euro-AV Cable (page 6)
•Connecting to a TV with component video input connectors (page 6)
The instructions in the above sections assume audio output through TV speakers.
Caution
For safety reasons, turn off the console and remove the power plug from the electrical outlet before
making or adjusting connections.
Connecting to a TV with audio/video inputConnect your PlayStation
®2 console to the TV using the supplied AV Cable (integrated audio/video).
When connecting the cords, be sure to match the colour-coded cords to the appropriate jacks on the
equipment: yellow (video) to yellow, red (right audio) to red and white (left audio) to white.
After connectingSet your TV to the appropriate video input mode. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with your
TV for details.When connecting to a wide-screen TV (16:9 aspect ratio)Set “Screen Size” in the System Configuration menu to “16:9.” For details on the System Configuration
menu, see pages 8-9.
If your TV is monauralDo not connect the red plug. If you want to hear both left and right sounds from a monaural TV, use a commercially available
dual phono to single phono (stereo to monaural) type audio cable (sold separately).
Connecting to a VCRConnect your PlayStation
®2 console to your
VCR using the supplied AV Cable (integrated
audio/video) matching the plug colours to the
jacks on the VCR.
If your VCR is monaural, do not connect the
red plug.
However, when playing a DVD video, do notconnect the console to a VCR. If you do, picture
quality may be reduced. Connect the console
directly to the TV.After connectingSet your TV and VCR adjustments
appropriately. Refer to the instruction manuals
supplied with your TV and VCR for details.
Connect your PlayStation
®2 console to the
S VIDEO input connector on the TV using the
SCPH-10060 
E S VIDEO Cable (sold separately)
for a higher quality picture than that using an
AV Cable (integrated audio/video).
After connectingSet your TV to the appropriate video input
mode (such as “S VIDEO”).Connecting to a TV with an aerial inputConnect your PlayStation
®2 console to the
aerial input on the TV using the SCPH-10072 
B
RFU Adaptor (sold separately). In this case, the
sound is monaural.After connectingTune your TV to frequency 36.
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)
connector~ AC IN connectorMAIN POWER
switch
AV MULTI OUT
connector
AV Cable (integrated audio/video) AC power cord
To the mains EXPANSION BAY
To video input
To audio input
(left)
To audio input
(right)
VCR
Connect directly
PlayStation
®2
consoleTV
When playing a DVD video
To AV MULTI OUT
connector
To S VIDEO input
To audio input (left)To audio input (right)To AV MULTI OUT
connector To aerial input 
						

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C
Connecting to a TV with a Euro-AV connector using the Euro-AV
connector plugConnect your PlayStation
®2 console to the
Euro-AV connector (SCART) on the TV using
the Euro-AV connector plug and AV Cable
(integrated audio/video), making sure you
match the colour-coded plugs of the AV Cable
to the matching jacks of the connector plug.
After connectingSet your TV to the appropriate video input
mode. Refer to the instruction manual of your
TV.Connecting to a TV with a Euro-AV connector using the Euro-AV CableYou can improve picture quality by using the
Euro-AV Cable SCPH-10142 (sold separately).
Connect your PlayStation
®2 console to the
Euro-AV connector on the TV.
After connectingSet your TV to the appropriate video input
mode. Refer to the instruction manual of your
TV.
NoteEuro-AV Cable supports the video output of
PlayStation
®2 and PlayStation
® format software only.
Important!
When viewing DVD videos on your PlayStation
®2, use
another cable which supports PlayStation
®2 format video
output, for example AV Cable (integrated audio/video),
RFU Adaptor or S VIDEO Cable.
To AV MULTI OUT
connector To Euro-AV
connectorTo AV MULTI OUT
connector To Euro-AV
connector
Note about bouncing effectSome TVs or monitors may experience a bouncing effect
in their pictures when using the PlayStation
®2 console.
There is nothing wrong with the PlayStation®2 console
or the way it is manufactured. The problem technically
lies within the television. If you encounter such a
problem with your television/monitor, please contact
the appropriate PlayStation
® customer service helpline
which can be found within every PlayStation
® and
PlayStation
®2 format software manual.
Static image cautionStatic, non-moving images, such as DVD menus,
configuration displays or paused images may leave a
faint image permanently on the TV screen if left on for
extended periods of time.
Projection TVs, except those of LCD screen types are
more susceptible to this than other types of displays. Do
not operate the console in such a manner that this could
occur.If your monitor or projector has component
video input connectors (Y, CB/PB, CR/PR),
connect your PlayStation
®2 console using the
SCPH-10100 E Component AV Cable (for
PlayStation
®) (sold separately). This will
provide the best picture.
Before connectingIf you connect your PlayStation
®2 console to a
television using the Component AV Cable
without first setting the “Component Video
Out ” option under the System Configuration
menu to “Y Cb/Pb Cr/Pr,” the TV screen
might not display properly. Before connecting
your console with the Component AV Cable,
first use the supplied AV Cable (integrated
audio/video) and make sure that the
“Component Video Out” option is set to
“Y Cb/Pb Cr/Pr.”
Connecting to a TV with component video input connectors
To AV MULTI OUT
connector
To component
video input
connectors To audio
input
Connecting your PlayStation
®2 to a TV set (continued) 
						

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GBConnection
This section explains how to connect your
PlayStation
®2 console to audio equipment with
digital connectors (such as Dolby Digital
optical (AC-3) output). Using digital receivers
and amplifiers, you can enjoy features such as
multi-channel sound and surround sound.
Connecting to a receiver or
amplifier, “MD (Minidisc)” deck
or “DAT (Digital Audio Tape)”
deck with a digital connectorUse a commercially available optical digital
cable (sold separately) and set “DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL)” in the System Configuration menu
to “On” (the default setting). For details on the
System Configuration menu, see page 8.
Notes•Refer also to the instructions supplied with the device
to be connected.
•You cannot directly make digital audio recordings of
discs recorded in Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG AUDIO
format using an MD or a DAT deck.Connecting to an audio device
with a built-in DTS*
1, Dolby
Digital*
2 or MPEG decoder
By connecting to an audio device with a
built-in DTS, Dolby Digital or MPEG decoder
(sold separately), you can play back sound
recorded in Dolby Digital (AC-3), DTS or
MPEG AUDIO format to reproduce the effect
of listening in a movie theatre or concert hall.Connect the device through the DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL) connector using an optical digital
cable (sold separately).
Settings for the DVD player on your
PlayStation
®2 console
You may need to adjust settings for the DVD
player depending on the device to be connected.
For details on using the Setup display, see pages
20-24.
•When you connect an audio device with a
built-in DTS decoder
Set “DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)” to “On” and
then set “DTS” to “On” in the “Audio Setup”
display.
•When you connect an audio device with a
built-in Dolby Digital decoder
Set “DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)” to “On” and
then set “Dolby Digital” to “On” in the
“Audio Setup” display.
•When you connect an audio device with a
built-in MPEG decoder
Set “DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)” to “On” and
then set “MPEG” to “On” in the “Audio
Setup” display.
NoteRefer to the operating and setup instructions for the audio
device to be connected.
*1“DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital
Theater Systems, Inc.
*2 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.
Confidential unpublished works. © 1992-1997 Dolby
Laboratories. All rights reserved.
MAIN
POWER
AV MULTI OUT
DIGITAL OUT(OPTICAL)
DIGITAL INPUTOPTICAL
AC IN~
Audio device with a
built-in DTS, Dolby
Digital or MPEG
decoderPlayStation
®2
console
Optical digital cable
(sold separately)
Speakers
 USB connectors
Connecting other digital 
equipment
Connecting a device using the
Universal Serial Bus (USB)
interfaceThe two 
 USB connectors on the front of the
console can be used to connect USB-compatible
devices. Also refer to the instructions supplied
with the device to be connected.
Note
Not all USB-compatible products work with the
PlayStation
®2 computer entertainment system. See the
appropriate USB-compatible product’s user manual for
more information.
Connecting digital audio equipment
Connected device PlayStation
®2 console rear 
						

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When you turn on the console for the first time
you will be prompted to adjust basic language
and time settings. These settings can be changed
later through the System Configuration menu.
For details, see “Using the System Configuration
menu” (pages 8-9).
After setup, the main menu is displayed whenever
you turn on the console without a disc inserted.
You can move to the Browser screen or the
System Configuration menu from the main menu.Using the Browser screenYou can do the following operations using the
Browser screen:
•Check/copy/delete game data on a Memory
Card (8MB) (for PlayStation
®2) or Memory
Card
•Start PlayStation
® or PlayStation
®2 format
software
•Play an audio CD
•Play a DVD video
Select “Browser” using the directional buttons
and press the ✕ button.
The Browser screen is displayed. The Memory
Card (8MB) (for PlayStation
®2), Memory Card
or disc inserted in the console are displayed as
icons.
Checking
/copying/
deleting data
You can copy data from one Memory Card (8MB)
(for PlayStation
®2) or Memory Card to another
or delete data you no longer wish to keep.
You cannot, however, copy data of the
PlayStation
®2 format software to an
SCPH-1020 EHI
 Memory Card.
Insert the Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation
®2)
or Memory Card in advance.
1
Select the icon of the Memory Card
(8MB) (for PlayStation
®2) or
Memory Card where the data you
want to check/copy/delete is saved,
and then press the 
✕ 
 button.
2
Check/copy/delete data
according to the instructions on
the screen.
NoteWhile copying or deleting data, do not remove the
Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation
®2) or Memory Card.
Using the System Configuration
menuUsing the System Configuration menu, you
can change or update your system settings for
your PlayStation
®2 console.
Changes to these settings are saved and remain
in effect even after you turn off the console.
The default settings are underlined.
1
Select “System Configuration”
using the directional buttons and
press the ✕ button.The System Configuration menu is
displayed.
2
Select the item you want using
the directional buttons and press
the ✕ button.
x Clock AdjustmentSets the clock.1
Use the directional buttons to
set the day and then press the
right directional button.Use the same method to set the month,
year, hour, minute and second. To
return to the previous menu, press the
left directional button.
2
Press the ✕ button to start the
clock.
Select optional settings for the clockSelect “Clock Adjustment” using the directional
buttons and press the ¢ button. You can set the
following optional items.Time Format•24 hour clock
•12 hour clock
Using the main menu
Date Format•DD/MM/YYYY
•YYYY/MM/DD
•MM/DD/YYYYTime ZoneSelect the appropriate time zone.Daylight Savings Time (Summer Time)Set this item to “Daylight Savings Time
(Summer Time)” when the daylight savings
time is in effect.
•Standard (Winter Time)
•Daylight Savings (Summer Time)x Screen SizeSelects the display mode according to the TV to
be connected.
•4:3 : Select this when you connect a standard
TV to the console.
•Full : Select this when you connect a standard
TV to the console. The black margins on the
upper and lower portions of the screen are cut
off.
•16:9 : Select this when you connect a
wide-screen TV, or a TV that displays in wide
mode to the console.x DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)Selects whether to output signal through the
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector.
•On : Select this when you connect with an
optical digital cable (sold separately).
Normally select this option.
•Off : Select this when you do not want sound
signal to be output via the DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL) connector.x Component Video OutIf your TV, monitor or projector has an RGB
input connector or component video input
connectors (Y, CB/PB, CR/PR) that conform to
the output signals of the console, set this item.
When connecting the console using the
supplied AV Cable (integrated audio/video) or
S VIDEO Cable (sold separately), you do not
need to set this item.
•Y Cb/Pb Cr/Pr : Select this when you connect
the console to the component video input
connectors on your TV.
•RGB : 
Select this when you connect the console
to the RGB input connector on your TV.
NoteYou can output PlayStation
® and PlayStation
®2 format
software in either RGB or Y Cb/Pb Cr/Pr format.
However, the PlayStation
®2 console has been designed tooverride the “Component Video Out” setting in the
System Configuration menu and output all DVD video
software in Y Cb/Pb Cr/Pr.
The colour is disturbed when you set this item to “RGB”
and play the DVD.
x Remote ControlSet this option when using the DVD Remote
Control (for PlayStation
®2) which is sold
separately.
•
Gameplay Function On: Select this when
operating PlayStation
®2 or PlayStation
®
format software using the DVD Remote
Control.
•Gameplay Function Off: Select this when not
operating PlayStation
®2 or PlayStation
®
format software using the DVD Remote
Control.
Notes•When Remote Control is set to “Gameplay Function
On”, some PlayStation
®2 or PlayStation
® format
software may stop operating normally when a
controller is removed from controller port 1. Set to
“Gameplay Function Off” if this happens.
•Operation using the DVD Remote Control buttons may
not work in some cases. Also, the DVD Remote Control
will not work when you press two or more buttons at
the same time.
•Some unlicensed 3rd party peripherals may not work
with “Gameplay Function” set to “On”. Note that the
use of such peripherals is not recommended and will
void your guarantee.
x L
anguage
Selects the language for the on-screen display.
•English
•French
•Spanish
•German
•Italian
•Dutch
•PortugueseChecking version informationYou can check version information or settings of
various features.At the main menu, press the ¢ button.
The Version Information screen is displayed.
The default settings are underlined.x Auto-diagnosisThe PlayStation
®2 console automatically adjusts
console settings for best possible disc playback.
However, you can also manually start the
auto-diagnosis feature whenever necessary. 
						

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Diagnosis•Off
•On1
Select “Console” using the
directional buttons and press the
¢ button.
2
Select “On” using the directional
buttons and press the ✕ button.
3
Insert a disc.The console automatically starts the
diagnosis.
NoteThe diagnosis setting automatically returns to “Off”
(default setting) when you press the 1/RESET button or
start playing a PlayStation
® format disc, PlayStation
®2
format disc or a DVD video disc.
x PlayStation
® Driver
The PlayStation
® Driver is a programme for
loading PlayStation® format software.
Disc Speed•Standard: Normally select this position.
•Fast: Loading time for a PlayStation
® format
software disc can be shortened.
Depending on the software, there may be no
effect or the software may unexpectedly fail.
In this case, select “Standard.”
Texture Mapping•Standard: Normally select this position.
•Smooth: You can make the display smoother
when playing certain PlayStation
® format
software titles.
Depending on the software, there may be no
effect. In this case, select “Standard.”
1
Select “PlayStation
® Driver”
using the directional buttons and
press the ¢ button.
2
Select the item you want using
the directional buttons and press
the ✕ button.
NoteAdjusted settings automatically return to “Standard”
(default setting) when you press the 1/RESET button or
turn off the console.
x Clearing the Progressive settingYou can clear the DVD player’s Progressive
setting.Clear Progressive Setting• No
• Yes1
Use the directional buttons to
select “DVD Player”, and press
the ¢ button.
2
Press the ✕ button.
3
Use the directional buttons to
select “Yes” and press the ✕
button.The Progressive setting is not cleared
immediately after “Yes” is selected. The
setting will only be cleared when the DVD
video starts playback.
4
Press the a button to return to
the main menu. Then use the
directional buttons to select
“Browser”, and press the ✕
button.
5
Use the directional buttons to
select the DVD video icon, and
press the ✕ button.The DVD player’s progressive setting
is cleared, and playback begins.
Notes•This setting can be cleared only when “Progressive” is
set to “On”. When “Progressive” is set to “Off”, the
Options menu under DVD Player is not displayed.
•For details on setting “Progressive” to “On”, see
“Progressive” under “Settings and adjustments for the
DVD player” on page 22.
•The Progressive setting is not cleared if any of the
following occur before step 5 is completed:
–The console enters standby mode after the
1 (standby)/RESET button has been pressed.
–The console is turned off using the MAIN POWER
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4,6 2
5
3
1
Starting a gamePlaying a game
1
Turn on the console using the
MAIN POWER switch on the
console rear.The 1 (standby) indicator on the
console front lights up in red to
indicate that the console is now in
standby mode.
2
Press the 1 (standby)/RESET
button.The 1 indicator turns green and the
start-up screen is displayed.
3
Plug the Analog Controller
(DUALSHOCK
®2) into a controller
port of the console.
4
Press the A (open) button.The disc tray opens.
5
Place a disc on the disc tray with
the label side facing up (data
side down).
6
Press the A button.The disc tray closes. Screen 2 or 3 is
displayed and the game is ready to
begin.
NoteSet the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK
®2) to the
appropriate mode for the software (see “Mode switching
and the mode indicator” on page 11). Refer to the
appropriate software manual for details.
Screens that appear at start-upWhen turning on the console without first
inserting a discScreen 1 is displayed.
•When you insert a PlayStation
®2 or
PlayStation
® format disc after screen 1 has
appeared, screen 2 or 3 is displayed and
you can start the game.
•You can move to the Browser screen or the
System Configuration menu from screen 1.
(For details, see “Using the main menu” on
pages 8-9.)
When turning on the console with a disc
already insertedDepending on the type of disc inserted, screen
2, 3 or 4 is displayed.
If screen 4 is displayed, it is possible that the
inserted disc is not a PlayStation
® or
PlayStation
®2 format disc. Check the disc type
(page 3).
1No disc is inserted (main menu).
2PlayStation
®2 format DVD-ROM /
CD-ROM is inserted.
Restarting a game
Press the 1/RESET button. (Be sure not to hold
the button down for any length of time, as this
will put the console in standby mode.)
Do not accidentally press the 1/RESET button
while playing a game, or the game will restart.
1,3 4
2
3
PlayStation
® format CD-ROM is inserted.
4A disc that cannot be played with the
PlayStation
®2 console is inserted.
Ending a game1
Press the A (open) button.The disc tray opens.
2
Remove the disc.
3
Press the A button.The disc tray closes.
4
Press and hold down the 1/RESET
button for more than three seconds.The 1 indicator turns red and the
console enters standby mode.
When not intending to play a game for an
extended period of timeTurn the power off at the MAIN POWER
switch on the console rear, and disconnect the
power plug from the electrical socket.