Sony Playstation 3 Owners Manual

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CECH-2002A
CECH-2002B
CECH-2003A
CECH-2003B
Instruction Manual
Before using this product, carefully read all product documentation and retain it for future reference. 
						

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WARNING
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.
The use of optical instruments with this product will 
increase eye hazard.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTLASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT
This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product under 
IEC60825-1+A2:2001.
NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits set o\
ut in the 
R&TTE Directive using a connection cable shorter than 3 metres. Do not use 
cables longer than 3 metres.A molded 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 
5AMP fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362, (i.e., marked with 
 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 your 
nearest Sony service station.
The manufacturer of this product is Sony Computer Entertainment Inc., 2-6-21 
Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku Tokyo, 107-0062 Japan. The Authorised 
Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, 
Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.
Distributed in Europe by Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd, 10 Great 
Marlborough Street, London, W1F 7LP.
Seizures induced by light stimulation (Photosensitive 
Epilepsy)
If you have an epileptic condition or have had seizures, consult your doctor prior 
to playing. Some individuals may experience eye soreness, altered vision, 
migraine, muscle twitching, convulsion, blackout, loss of awareness or 
disorientation when exposed to flashing or flickering lights or other li\
ght 
stimulation on a television screen or while playing video games. If you experience 
any of the above symptoms while playing, discontinue use immediately and\
 
consult your doctor.
Stop playing immediately when you experience the following symptoms
In addition to the above symptoms, whilst playing if you have a headache\
, 
dizziness, nausea, fatigue, similar symptoms to motion sickness, or if y\
ou feel a 
discomfort or pain in any body part such as eyes, ears, hands, arms, feet, 
discontinue use immediately. If the condition persists, seek medical attention. 
						

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WARNING
Radio waves
Radio waves may affect electronic equipment or medical devices (for example, 
pacemakers), which may cause malfunctions and possible injuries.
	If you use a pacemaker or other medical device, consult your physician o\
r the 
manufacturer of your medical device before using the wireless networking 
feature (Bluetooth
® and wireless LAN).
 	Do not use the wireless networking feature in the following locations:
–
  Ar eas wher

e wireless network use is prohibited, such as in hospitals. Abide 
by medical institution regulations when using the system on their premises.
–  Areas near fir

e alarms, automatic doors and other types of automated 
equipment.
System software
The System Software included within this product is subject to a limited licence 
from Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Refer to 
http://www.scei.co.jp/ps3-eula for further details.
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. Export Administration Regulations
This product contains software that is subject to certain restrictions under the U.S. 
Export Administration Regulations, and may not be exported or re-exported to 
U.S. embargoed destinations. In addition this product may not be exported or 
re-exported to persons and entities prohibited by the U.S. Export Administration 
Regulations. 
						

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Part names ........................................................................\
....... 12
Getting started  ........................................................................\
.. 13
Connection methods  ...................................................................... 13
Performing initial setup of the system software  .............................. 15
Video output on the PS3™ system  ................................................ 16
Connecting digital audio devices  ................................................... 20
Turning the PS3™ system on and off  ....................................... 21
Using the wireless controller  ..................................................... 22
Playing content  ........................................................................\
. 24
Blu-ray Disc (BD)/DVD/CD  ............................................................. 24
Playing content on USB devices  .................................................... 25
File formats that can be played or viewed  ...................................... 25
Playing games ........................................................................\
.. 26
Game compatibility  ........................................................................\
 26
Playing games  ........................................................................\
....... 26
Controller settings  ........................................................................\
.. 26
Saved data for PlayStation
®3 format software  ............................... 26
Saved data for PlayStation® format software  ................................. 27
Adjusting network settings  ........................................................ 28
Adjusting network settings (wired)  ................................................. 29
Adjusting network settings (wireless)  ............................................. 29
Adjusting custom settings  .............................................................. 31
Connecting to the Internet  ........................................................ 32
Using the Internet browser  ............................................................. 32
Viewing the user’s guide  ................................................................ 32
Creating a PlayStation
®Network account  ....................................... 32
PS3™ system updates  ............................................................. 33
Using the on-screen keyboard  .................................................. 34
Parental control  ........................................................................\
 35
Replacing the hard disk  ............................................................ 36
Backing up data ........................................................................\
..... 36
Removing the hard disk  ................................................................. 37
Replacing the hard disk  ................................................................. 38
Reinstalling the system software  ................................................... 39
Restoring data that has been backed up  ....................................... 40
Restoring the PS3™ system .................................................... 41
Before disposing of or transferring the PS3™ system  ................... 41
Before requesting service ......................................................... 43
Table of contents
WARNING ........................................................................\
................. 2
Precautions  ........................................................................\
............... 5
Online information about the PS3™ system  ................................... 10
XMB ™ (XrossMediaBar) menu 
....................................................... 11
Specifications ........................................................................\
.......... 48
GUARANTEE  ........................................................................\
.......... 52
Copyright and trademarks  ............................................................... 56 
						

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Precautions
Precautions
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:
	Observe all warnings, precautions and instructions.
 	Regularly inspect the AC power cord for damage and for dust build-up around 
the power plug or electrical outlet.
 	Stop use, unplug the AC power cord from the electrical outlet and disconnect 
any other cables immediately if the device functions in an abnormal manner, 
produces unusual sounds or smells or becomes too hot to touch.
 	Contact the appropriate PlayStation
® customer service helpline which can be 
found within every PlayStation®3 software manual.
Use and handling
	 Use in a well-lit area and keep a safe distance from the TV screen.
	 Avoid prolonged use of the PS3™ system. Take a 15-minute break during each 
hour of play.
	 Avoid playing when you are tired or need sleep.
	 Stop using the system immediately if you begin to feel tired or if you experience 
discomfort or pain in your hands or arms while operating the Wireless 
Controller. If the condition persists, consult a doctor.
	 If you experience any of the following health problems, discontinue use of the 
system immediately. If symptoms persist, consult a doctor.
–
 
Dizziness, nausea, fatigue or symptoms similar to motion sickness
–   Discomfor

t or pain in a part of the body, such as eyes, ears, hands or arms
	 Keep the system and accessories, including cable ties and fasteners, out\
 of the 
reach of small children.
	 Do not connect cables other than a USB cable while the system is turned on 
(power indicator lit solid green). 	
Do not touch the system or connected cables or accessories during an 
electrical storm.
	 Do not use the system or accessories near water.
	 Do not allow liquid, small particles or other foreign objects to get into the 
system or accessories.
	 Do not touch the connectors of the system or accessories.
	 Do not expose the system or accessories to dust, smoke or steam. Also, d\
o not 
place the system in an area subject to excessive dust or cigarette smoke. Dust 
build-up or cigarette smoke residue on the internal components (such as the 
lens) may cause the system to malfunction.
	 Do not expose the system or accessories to high temperatures, high humidity 
or direct sunlight.
	 Do not place the system or accessories on surfaces that are unstable, tilted or 
subject to vibration.
	 Do not set the system other than in the vertical or horizontal position. When 
setting the system in the vertical position, use the vertical stand (sold 
separately) for this model of the system. Also, do not change the posit\
ion while 
the system is turned on.
	 Be careful when carrying the system. If you do not have a good grip, the 
system may drop causing potential damage or injury.
	 Do not move or change the position of the system with a disc inserted. The 
vibration may result in scratching of the disc or the system.
	 Do not turn off the system while data is being saved on or loaded from the hard 
disk.
	 Do not stand on or put objects on the system, and do not stack the syste\
m with 
other devices. 
	 Do not place the system and connected accessories on the floor or in a p\
lace 
where they may cause someone to trip or stumble.
	 Do not allow bodily contact with the system or air from the system vents for an 
extended period of time while in use. Extended contact under these condi\
tions 
may cause low-temperature burns. 
						

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Precautions
	When connecting the system to a plasma or projection* TV, do not leave a still 
image on the TV screen for an extended period of time, as this may leave a 
faint image permanently on the screen. 
* Except LCD screen types
	 Parents are encouraged to monitor children in online activities to ensure safe 
and responsible Internet usage. Refer to http://www.ps-playsafeonline.com for 
further details.
Notes on safety when using the DUALSHOCK®3 
Wireless Controller*
	 Do not use the vibration function if you have any ailment or injury to the bones, 
joints or muscles of your hands or arms. If you have an ailment or an injury, do 
not play such titles using the DUALSHOCK
®3 Wireless Controller unless you 
have set the vibration function to [Off].
	 When using the motion sensor function of the Wireless Controller, be cautious of 
the following points. If the controller hits a person or object, this may cause 
accidental injury or damage.
–
 
Befor e using the motion sensor function, make sur

e you have enough space 
to move around.
–  Fir mly grip the Wir

eless Controller to prevent it from slipping out of your grasp 
and causing damage or injury.
–  When using the Wir eless Contr

oller with a USB cable, ensure that the cable 
cannot hit a person or any object, and do not pull the cable out of the \
PS3™ 
system whilst playing.
* These notes also apply to other controllers.
Vents
Do not block any vents. To maintain good ventilation, follow the guidelines below:
	 Place the system at least 10 cm away from a wall surface.
	 Do not place on a carpet or rug with long fibres.
	 Do not place in a narrow or cramped space. 	
Do not cover with cloth.
	 Do not allow dust to build up on the vents.
AC power cord use
	To help ensure safe operation, regularly inspect the AC power cord. If 
damaged, stop use immediately and contact the appropriate PlayStation® 
customer service helpline which can be found within every PlayStation®3 
software manual.
	 Do not use a power cord other than the supplied AC power cord. Do not modify 
the cord.
	 Do not touch the plug of the AC power cord with wet hands.
	 Protect the AC power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at 
plugs, expansion receptacles and the point where the cord exits from the 
system.
	 Do not place heavy items on the cord.
	 Do not place the AC power cord near heating equipment and do not expose 
the cord to heat.
	 Do not allow dust or foreign matter to build up around the AC IN connector. 
Before connecting or plugging in the AC power cord, check that there is no 
dust or foreign matter in or on the power plug or connecting end of the cord, 
the electrical outlet or the AC IN connector on the system rear. If the plug or 
connector becomes dirty, wipe off with a dry cloth before connecting.
	 Unplug the AC power cord from the electrical outlet before cleaning or moving 
the system, or when you do not intend to use the system for an extended \
period 
of time. When disconnecting, grasp the power cord by the plug and pull 
straight out of the electrical outlet. Never pull by the cord and do not pull out at 
an angle.
	 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 system 
and may cause burns or a malfunction. 
						

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Precautions
Never disassemble or modify the system or accessories
Use the PS3™ system and accessories according to the instructions in the 
product documentation. No authorisation for the analysis or modification o\
f the 
system or accessories, or the analysis and use of its circuit configurations, is 
provided. Unauthorised modification of the system or accessories will void\
 your 
warranty. There are no user serviceable components inside the PS3™ system (the 
supplied hard disk may be removed but not disassembled or modified). 
Additionally, there is a risk of exposure to laser radiation as well as to electrical 
shock.
Network
	A broadband Internet connection is required to connect to a network.
	 User is responsible for Internet service fees. For details, refer to the information 
provided in your service contract or contact your Internet service provider.
	 Use only an Ethernet cable compatible with 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX or 
1000BASE-T networks. Do not use a cord for a standard residential telephone 
line or cables of types other than those mentioned here. Using the wrong type 
of cord or cable can cause more electrical current than necessary to flow 
through the LAN connector, which may lead to heat build-up, fire or 
malfunction.
Wireless networking feature
	The 2.4 GHz range of radio waves used by the wireless networking feature of 
this product is a range shared by various devices. This product has been 
designed to minimise the effect of other devices using the same range. 
However, in some cases interference from other devices may reduce the 
connection speed, shorten the signal range or cause the connection to be 
terminated unexpectedly. 	
When using the PS3™ system’s scan function to select a wireless LAN access 
point, access points that are not intended for public use may be displayed. 
Only connect to an access point that you are authorised to use, or one that is 
available through a public wireless LAN or hotspot service.
Moisture condensation
If the system or disc is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one, 
moisture may condense on the lens inside the system or on the disc. Should this\
 
occur, the system may not operate properly. In this case, remove the disc and 
turn off and unplug the system. Do not put the disc back in until the moisture 
evaporates (this may take several hours). If the system still does not\
 operate 
properly, contact the appropriate PlayStation
® customer service helpline which 
can be found within every PlayStation®3 software manual.
Cleaning
For safety reasons, before cleaning the system or connected accessories, 
disconnect the AC power cord from the electrical outlet.
Exterior surfaces (plastic cover of system and Wireless 
Controller)
Follow the instructions below to help prevent the product exterior from 
deteriorating or becoming discoloured.
	 Wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
	 Do not apply insecticides or other volatile substances.
	 Do not place any rubber or vinyl materials on the product exterior for an 
extended period of time.
	 Do not use solvents or other chemicals. Do not wipe with a chemically-tr\
eated 
cleaning cloth. 
						

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Precautions
Vents
When dust accumulates in the system vents, remove the dust with a low-powered 
vacuum cleaner.
Connectors
Do not use when the connectors of the system or the AC power cord are not 
clean. If used when dirty, the flow of electrical current may be obstructed. 
Remove the dirt with a dry cloth.
Discs
Note on compatibility
Some media may have region or territorial restrictions and may not work with your 
system. See media packaging for details.
Handling
	 Do not touch the disc surface when handling a disc; hold it by the edges.
	 Do not stick paper or tape onto discs and do not write on discs.
	 Fingerprints, dust, dirt or scratches on the disc can distort the picture or reduce 
sound quality. Always handle carefully and check that discs are clean before 
use.
Storage
	Do not expose discs to high temperatures, high humidity or direct sunlight.
	 When discs will not be used for an extended period of time, store them in their 
cases. Stacking uncased discs or storing them at an angle can cause them\
 to 
warp.
Cleaning method
	Clean discs with a soft cloth, lightly wiping from the centre 
outwards.
	 Do not use solvents, record cleaners, anti-static spray or other 
chemicals as these can damage the discs. 
						

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Precautions 
						

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Online information about the PS3™ system
This manual explains hardware features and provides basic information about how to 
set up and operate the PS3™ system, including warnings and precautions for the safe 
and proper use of the system. You can also access the following information available 
on the Internet. 
Online user’s guide     access from : eu.playstation.com/manuals This guide contains detailed information about using the PS3™ system. 
System software updates     http://eu.playstation.com/ps3This site provides the latest information about system software updates.
PlayStation®3 official site     http://eu.playstation.com/ps3The official site for PlayStation®3 products provides the latest information about software titles and 
hardware accessories.
Support     http://eu.playstation.com/help-supportThe official site for PlayStation® product support provides the latest questions and answers about 
your product.
Friends
Chatting and exchanging messages
PlayStation®Network
Using PlayStation®Network services
Network
Connecting to the Internet
Game
Playing games
Video
Playing video
Music
Playing music
Photo
Displaying images
Settings
Adjusting PS3™ system settings
Users
Selecting users to log in to the PS3™ 
systemInformation about system functionality and images published in this document \
may vary from 
those for your PS3™ system, depending on the system software version in use.
Check that you have all of the following items. If any items are missing, contact the 
appropriate PlayStation
® customer service helpline which can be found within 
every PlayStation
®3 software manual.
 PlayStation
®3 system
 
DUALSHOCK®3 Wireless Controller
 Printed materials
   AC Power Cor d 
One of the following two cable types is 
supplied with the system. The plug 
configuration varies depending on the 
country or region.
	  AV Cable
	  USB Cable
  Euro-AV Connector Plug 
(supplied with the system sold in the 
UK only)