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Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Before using this product, carefully read all product documentation and retain it for future reference. Antes de utilizar este producto, lea detenidamente toda la documentación del producto y consérvela para consultarla en el futuro. CECH-2501A 4-198-819-11(1)
WARNING To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure servicing to qualified personnel only. Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules.
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If you have questions about this product, call our technical support line at Photosensitivity/Epilepsy/Seizures 1-800-345-7669 or write to: Sony Computer Entertainment America A very small percentage of individuals may experience epileptic seizures or Consumer Services/Technical Support blackouts when exposed to certain light patterns or flashing lights. Exposure to PO Box 5888, San Mateo, CA 94402-0888 U.S.A.
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System software The system software included within this product is subject to a limited license 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.
Table of contents Connecting to the Internet ............32 WARNING ..................2 Using the Internet browser .............32 Precautions ..................6 Viewing the user’s guide ..............32 Online information about the PS3™ system ........10 Creating a PlayStation Network account ........32 ® XMB ™...
Precautions Before using this product, carefully read all the precautions. Any TV or component connected to the system must be functioning properly and free of defects. If a TV or component connected to the system is faulty or defective, it may cause damage to the TV or component, or to the system itself. Safety As with all electrical products, connection to faulty or defective components, or the failure to connect to a properly wired outlet, may cause sparking and pose...
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Do not place the system and connected accessories on the floor or in a place – When using the controller, grip it firmly to make sure it cannot slip out of your hand. where they may cause someone to trip or stumble. ...
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Precautions Do not touch the plug of the AC power cord with wet hands. 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 ...
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Exterior surfaces (plastic cover of system and wireless Storage controller) 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 Follow the instructions below to help prevent the product exterior from cases.
Online information about the PS3™ system Friends This manual explains hardware features and provides basic information about how to Chatting and exchanging messages set up and operate the PS3™ system, including warnings and precautions for the safe and proper use of the system. For up-to-date information regarding the PS3™ system, PlayStation Network ®...
XMB ™ (XrossMediaBar) menu The PS3™ system includes a user interface called XMB ™ (XrossMediaBar). PS button button: Displays the XMB ™ menu Displays the options Turns the system on/off menu/control panel Quits a game button: Category Cancel an operation button: Directional buttons: Confirm the selected...
Getting started Connection methods Connect your system to a TV You can use any of the following methods to connect your system to a TV. Video output in SD (Standard Definition) resolution HDMI OUT AV MULTI OUT connector connector AV MULTI OUT AV Cable...
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Getting started Connect an Ethernet cable (sold separately) Use an Ethernet cable to connect the system to the Internet. LAN connector AC IN connector Hint You can use a wireless network connection to connect to the Internet without using an Ethernet cable. For details, see "Adjusting network settings"...
Perform initial setup. Performing initial setup of the system software After turning on the system, perform initial setup. Turn on the TV, and then switch the video input of the TV to match the input connector used by the PS3™ system. Press the power button.
Getting started Video output on the PS3™ system The PS3™ system can output two types of resolution: HD and SD. Refer to the instruction manual for the TV in use to check which video mode is supported. (High Definition) (Standard Definition) Video mode * 1080p 1080i...
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Video output cable types The resolution displayed on the TV varies depending on the input connectors on the TV and the type of cable in use. Select a cable to match the TV in use. Cable type Input connector on the TV Supported video modes*¹...
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Getting started Adjusting video output settings Confirm the screen, and then press the button. If you changed the connector in step 2, a screen for confirming the change Depending on the type of cables and the connectors used, you may will be displayed.
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Confirm the settings, select [Yes], and then press the button. Adjust audio output settings. Depending on the connector selected in step 2 and the resolutions selected Continue on to adjust audio output settings. Adjust settings to match the TV in step 5, this screen may not be displayed. or audio device in use.
Getting started Connecting digital audio devices Examples when connecting an audio device You can connect audio devices that support digital audio playback, An HDMI cable or optical digital cable can be used to connect an such as an AV receiver for home entertainment use. audio device to the PS3™...
Turning the PS3™ system on and off Turning on the system Turning off the system Press the power button. Press the power button. The power indicator lights up in solid green to indicate that the system is The power indicator lights up in solid red. turned on.
Using the wireless controller Step 2: Assign a controller number Preparing for use Each time you turn on the system, a number must be assigned to the To use a wireless controller, you must first register or "pair" the controller controller.
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Battery charge level Using the controller wirelessly If you press and hold down the PS button for more than one second, If you disconnect the USB cable, you can use the controller wirelessly. you can check the battery charge level on the screen. To use it wirelessly, the controller’s battery must be charged.
Playing content Blu-ray Disc (BD)/DVD/CD Insert the disc. An icon is displayed in the XMB ™ menu, and playback of the disc begins. If the disc does not automatically start, select the icon for the disc from the The eject indicator turns XMB ™...
Playing content on USB devices Notices Do not remove USB devices or turn off the system while data is being You can connect external devices, such as devices that are compatible saved, loaded or deleted. Doing so may cause data loss or corruption. with USB Mass Storage Class, using a USB cable.
Playing games Starting a game Game compatibility When you insert the disc, the game starts automatically. PlayStation 3 format software ® Can be played on this system * PlayStation format software ® PlayStation 2 format software Cannot be played on this system ®...
Controller settings Creating internal memory cards You can change controller settings by selecting (Settings) Select (Game) (Memory Card Utility (PS/PS2)), and (Accessory Settings). then press the button. If a controller port or number is specified by the software, Reassign you can use this setting to assign the appropriate controller Select (Create New Internal Memory Card), and then press Controllers...
Adjusting network settings Example of a network configuration (wired) Example of a network configuration (wireless) A wired network configuration requires items , and . A wireless network configuration requires items and . Network gateway device Network gateway device ...
Adjusting network settings (wired) Adjusting network settings (wireless) Connect an Ethernet cable (sold separately) to the system. Check that an Ethernet cable is not connected to the system. Select (Settings) (Network Settings) [Internet Select (Settings) (Network Settings) [Internet Connection Settings], and then press the button.
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Adjusting network settings Hints Adjust wireless LAN settings. SSID and WEP/WPA keys are types of security information that are required Select the access point that you want to use. You can usually select [Scan] when connecting to an access point. If you do not have this information, and choose an access point within range of your system.
Adjusting custom settings Specify the MTU value used when transmitting data. You can usually In certain network environments, some settings may not be adjusted select [Automatic]. automatically by selecting [Easy]. Refer to the information below and also follow the on-screen instructions to adjust custom settings. Proxy Server Specify the proxy server to be used.
Connecting to the Internet If network settings are already completed, the PS3™ system will Viewing the user’s guide automatically connect to the Internet when the system is turned on. The connection will remain active as long as the system is on. You can use the Internet browser to view the online user’s guide for the PS3™...
PS3™ system updates By updating the PS3™ system software, you can add features and/or Update methods security patches. Frequently update your system to use the latest version of the system software. You can perform an update in any of the ways described below. System software updates http://www.us.playstation.com/ps3 Network update...
Using the on-screen keyboard Cursor Text entry field Displays predictive options Hints For details about using the on-screen keyboard, refer to the online user’s guide (http://manuals.playstation.net/document/). You can also enter text using a USB keyboard or Bluetooth -compatible ®...
Parental control The PS3™ system includes a parental control feature. You can use this Game rating marks feature to set a password and limit the playback of content restricted by Most game packaging displays a symbol to indicate the age group that a parental control level (games, videos and other content) for children.
The inside of the system is hot directly after use. Allow time for the system to possible to restore or repair the software or data. Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates will not be liable for cool down before starting to remove the hard disk.
Stick™ or an SD Memory Card. the software or data. Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates will not be held liable for damage or injury related to software or data loss or corruption.
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Replacing the hard disk Place the system upside down on a soft, dry cloth, and then Remove the hard disk. open the screw cover. Pull the handle upwards, and then pull out the hard disk from the system. Use the notch located above the screw cover to slightly pull up the cover. Then rotate the cover as shown in the diagram.
Remove the hard disk from the metal frame. Replacing the hard disk Caution For safety reasons, be sure to turn off and unplug the system before attempting to replace the hard disk. When replacing the hard disk, follow the procedure below to remove the metal frame.
"Update using a PC" at our website: http://www.us.playstation.com/ps3. system software using downloaded update data. The system software included within this product is subject to a limited license from Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Refer to http://www.scei.co.jp/ps3-eula for further details. Installing the system software Turn on the PS3™...
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Restoring data in a single operation You can restore data that you backed up in a single operation by selecting (Settings) (System Settings) [Backup Utility]. Connect the USB mass storage device that contains the backup data, and then follow the on-screen instructions to perform this operation. Hints ...
Transferring data to another PS3™ system / restoring the system Transferring data to another PS3™ system Restoring default settings You can transfer data that is saved on the hard disk of one PS3™ You can restore from the current settings under (Settings) to the system (the source system) to the hard disk of another PS3™...
Before requesting service Go through this section if you experience difficulty in operating the If the video output settings on the system do not match those of the cable or TV in use, there may be no picture. If the screen goes PS3™...
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Before requesting service The BD may be disc-locked. Enter the password that was set when Some software do not support digital audio output. the disc was created. If the system’s audio output settings do not match the AV cable or ...
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If you connect your system to a router, complete initial settings on If the disc has a label, insert it with the label side up. the router first. After completing the settings on the router, try to Check whether the disc is scratched or dirty.
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Before requesting service Try selecting (Settings) (Accessory Settings) [Controller Wireless controller Vibration Function], and then setting [Vibration Function] to [On]. The software may not support the vibration function. Refer to the The wireless controller does not function. instruction manual for the software. For software downloaded from ...
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The screen is frozen. The system does not operate. Other issues Disconnect all accessories such as USB devices from the system, and then restart the system. Pressing the power button for 15 The system makes noise. seconds or longer will force the system to turn off (enter standby ...
256 MB GDDR3 VRAM Mass Approx. 3.0 kg (6.6 lb) Hard disk 2.5" Serial ATA 160 GB* (CECH-2501A) Operating temperature 5°C - 35°C (41°F - 95°F) Inputs/ Hi-Speed USB Hard disk capacity calculated using base 10 mathematics (1GB = outputs* (USB 2.0)
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BD-RE* DVD-ROM DVD+R/RW DVD-R/RW "BRAVIA™ Sync" is a Sony product feature that allows you to use the remote AVCHD controls of BRAVIA™ televisions (Sony Corporation products) to operate various DSD Disc devices that are connected to each other through HDMI cables. BRAVIA™ Sync...
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Specifications Region codes When using an 8 cm disc, insert the disc in the system without an adaptor. The audio CD playback feature of this system is designed to conform to the Depending on the disc, a region code that is based on the geographic region Compact Disc (CD) standard.
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Removing the battery Wireless controller battery Caution Caution Remove the battery in a location out of the reach of small children to help If you come into contact with material from a leaking battery, take the prevent accidental swallowing of small parts such as the screws. following actions: ...
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Specifications Remove the casing. Push in the direction of the arrow. Pull the casing apart. After disconnecting the connector, remove the battery. Connector Battery Recycling Lithium-Ion Batteries Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you.
SYSTEM SOFTWARE; OR (2) THE PRODUCT IS USED WITH PRODUCTS NOT SOLD OR LICENSED BY SCEA (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, NON- The warranty offered by Sony Computer Entertainment America on your PS3™ LICENSED GAME ENHANCEMENT DEVICES, CONTROLLERS, ADAPTORS hardware is the same whether or not you register your product.
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LIMITED HARDWARE WARRANTY AND LIABILITY Service policy You understand and acknowledge that any time SCEA services your PS3™ system (either within the Warranty Period or under a separate service arrangement), it may become necessary for SCEA to provide certain services to your PS3™...
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Copyright and trademarks DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D used under license. symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. U.S. and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories. DLNA and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks and/or service marks of Digital Living Network Alliance.
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