SONY 7900x Instruction Manual [fr]

Instruction Manual Mode d'emploi Manuale di istruzioni Bedienungsanleitung

SCPH-79004

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WARNINGS

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place a container filled with liquids on top of the console.

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 have an undetected epileptic condition. Consult your physician before operating the PlayStation following symptoms while watching TV programmes or playing video games: altered vision, muscle twitching, other involuntary movements, loss of awareness of your surroundings, mental confusion, and/or convulsions.

®2 console. Players who have not had any seizures may nonetheless

®2 console if you have an epileptic condition or experience any of the

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 PRODUCT LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE KLASS 1 LASERAPPARAT

This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product under IEC60825-1: 2001.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits set out in the EMC Directive using a connection cable shorter than 3 metres (9.8 feet).

WARNINGS

Some PlayStation on this console than they do on previous PlayStation may not perform properly on this console. For more information, visit our Web site at www.playstation.com

Where you see this symbol on a ny of our electrical products or packaging, it indicates that the relevant electrical product should not be disposed of as general household waste in Europe. To ensure the correct waste treatment of the product, please dispose of it in accordance with any applicable local laws or requirements for disposal of electrical equipment. In so doing, you will help to conserve natural resources and improve standards of envir onmental protection in treatment and disposa l of electrical waste.

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. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.

® or PlayStation®2 format software titles may perform differently

®2 or PlayStation® consoles, or

Table of contents

WARNINGS..................................................................................2

Precautions.....................................................................................4

Preparation

Getting started................................................................................7

Part names......................................................................................8

Connecting to a TV........................................................................9

Connecting digital audio equipment............................................12

Connecting the controller.............................................................12

Connecting the AC adaptor and AC power cord .........................13

Turning the console on and off....................................................14

Games

Playing a game.............................................................................15

Using Memory Cards...................................................................18

Audio CDs

Playing an audio CD....................................................................20

DVDs

Watching a DVD..........................................................................22

Using the playback modes ...........................................................26

Adjusting DVD player settings....................................................28

Main menu

Displaying the main menu............................................................35

Using the Browser screen.............................................................35

Using the System Configuration menu.........................................36

Using the Version Information screen..........................................39

Networking

Connecting to a network...............................................................42

Creating network settings.............................................................44

Additional information

Compatible software.....................................................................45

Accessories...................................................................................46

GUARANTEE..............................................................................47

Specifications ...............................................................................48

Troubleshooting............................................................................50

Table of contents

Precautions

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.

• Stop use and unplug the AC power cord from the electrical outlet immediately if the device functions in an abnormal manner or produces unusual sounds or smells.

• Contact the appropriate PlayStation found within every PlayStation device does not operate properly.

Safety

• Do not remove the console exterior or disassemble the console. The laser beam emitted from the lens of this unit may be harmful to the eyes.

• Do not use the console near water.

• Keep the console and all connecting cords and cables out of the reach of children.

• Do not touch the plug of the AC power cord with wet hands.

• Do not touch the console or connected accessories during an electrical storm.

• Do not touch the console or AC adaptor for extended periods of time while the console is turned on as extended contact may cause low-temperature burns.

• Do not place the console and connected accessories on the floor or in a place where they may cause persons walking by to trip or stumble.

• Adjust the settings of the DVD player according to the instructions provided before playing a DVD. If the settings are not correct, a loud sound may be emitted, possibly injuring your ears or damaging the speakers.

• Do not touch a disc while it is spinning as personal injury or damage to the disc may result.

• Do not close the disc cover in a way that could pinch your hand or fingers as personal injury or damage to the console may result.

® customer service helpline which can be

® and PlayStation®2 format software manual if the

Health

• Stop using the console immediately if you experience any of the following symptoms. If the condition persists, consult a doctor. – Lightheadedness, nausea, or a sensation similar to motion sickness – Tired, uncomfortable or aching hands or arms – Tired, dry or aching eyes

• When operating the unit, play in a well-lit room and keep a safe distance from the TV screen.

• Avoid prolonged use of the console. Take a break of about 15 minutes during every hour of play.

• Do not use the console when you are tired or short of sleep.

• Listening to sound continuously for a long time with a high volume may adversely affect the ears. Be careful especially when using headphones. Adjust the volume so that surrounding sounds can be heard.

Precautions

Use and handling

• Do not throw or drop the console or accessories, or expose them to strong physical shock.

• Do not place the console or accessories on surfaces that are unstable, tilted or subject to vibration.

• Do not expose the console or accessories to high temperatures, high humidity or direct sunlight (use in an environment where temperatures range from 5 °C to 35 °C).

• Do not place the console or accessories in locations subject to sudden temperature change (for example, changes of 10 °C per hour or more).

• Do not leave the console or accessories in a car with its windows closed (particularly in summer).

• Do not place the console in locations of poor ventilation such as small, enclosed areas, directly against a wall or on a thick carpet or bedding.

• Do not expose the console to dust, smoke or steam. This can cause the console to malfunction.

• Do not allow liquid or small particles to get into the console.

• Do not put any objects on the console.

• Do not touch or insert foreign objects into the connectors of the console or accessories.

• Do not place the console close to magnetic fields produced by magnets or loudspeakers.

• Do not set the console other than in the vertical or horizontal position. When placing in the vertical position, use the Vertical Stand (for PlayStation separately) that is compatible with this console. Also, do not change the position while the console is turned on.

• Keep the system and accessories, including cable ties and fasteners, out of the reach of small children.

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AC adaptor and AC power cord use

• To help ensure safe operation, regularly inspect the AC adaptor and AC power cord. If damaged, stop use immediately and contact the appropriate PlayStation customer service helpline which can be found within every PlayStation PlayStation

®2 format software manual.

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• Do not use a power cord other than the supplied AC adaptor and AC power cord.

• Check that there is no dust or lint on the power plug before inserting into an electrical outlet. If the plug becomes dirty, wipe it off with a dry cloth before connecting.

• Unplug the AC power cord from the electrical outlet before cleaning or moving the console, or when you do not intend to use the console for an extended period of time. When disconnecting, grasp the power cord by the plug and pull straight out of the electrical socket. Never pull by the cord and do not pull out at an angle.

• Do not connect the AC adaptor and/or AC power cord to a voltage transformer or inverter.

Notes on safety when using the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK

• 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

• The Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK Do not bring it into contact with your head, face or the bones of any other part of the body.

• The vibration function of the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK 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 PlayStation 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 unless you have set the vibration function to "Off".

• Avoid prolonged use of the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK at about 30-minute intervals.

* These notes also apply to other controllers.

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® format software titles set the vibration function to "On" by default. In

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®2). Take a break

Precautions

Connecting with a network cable

Do not connect network cables or telephone cords of the following types to the network connector:

• Standard residential telephone lines

• Network cables not appropriate for use with a 10Base-T/100Base-TX network

• Any ISDN (digital) compatible phone or data line

• PBX phone lines

• Other "unknown" types of telephone lines

Disc 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 make sure discs are clean before use.

• Do not leave discs near a heat source, in direct sunlight or in high humidity.

• Store discs in their cases when not in use - scratched and damaged discs will not function correctly.

• Clean discs using a soft cloth, lightly wiping from the centre outwards. Do not use solvents such as benzine, commercially available cleaners not intended for CDs or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs.

• Do not leave a disc in the console when moving or changing the position of the console.

• Do not use irregularly shaped discs (for example, heart- or star-shaped discs) or damaged, re-shaped or repaired discs.

Never disassemble the console or supplied accessories

Use the PlayStation®2 console and accessories according to the instructions in this manual. No authorisation for the analysis or modification of the console, or the analysis and use of its circuit configurations, is provided. There are no userserviceable components inside the PlayStation console will void the guarantee. Additionally, there is a risk of exposure to laser radiation as well as to electrical shock hazards.

®2 console. Disassembling the

Note on safety when playing DVDs or CDs

If you set the volume too high, it may harm your hearing or damage the speakers. Exercise care when setting the volume.

Moisture condensation

If the console or 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 turn off and unplug the console. Do not put the disc back in until the moisture evaporates (this may take several hours). If the console still does not operate properly, contact the appropriate PlayStation PlayStation

® and PlayStation®2 format software manual.

® customer service helpline which can be found within every

Cleaning

• For safety reasons, before cleaning the console or connected accessories, 1) turn off the console, 2) disconnect the power plug for the console from the electrical outlet, and 3) remove the network cable from the network connector.

• When cleaning the console, use a soft, dry cloth. Do not use paint thinner, solvents, other chemicals or a chemically-treated dust cloth to clean the product.

• When dust accumulates in the console vents, remove the dust with a low-powered vacuum cleaner.

• Do not touch the lens located inside the disc cover. To help protect the lens from dust, keep the disc cover closed except when inserting or removing discs.

Exterior protection

To help prevent damage to the painted parts, follow the precautions below:

• Do not spill liquids such as alcohol, benzine, paint thinner or other chemicals on the product.

• Do not place any rubber, vinyl or plastic items on the painted surfaces for an extended period of time.

When connecting the console 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

Precautions

Preparation

Positioning the console

Getting started

Checking the package contents

Check that you have all of the following items. If any items are missing, contact the appropriate PlayStation be found within every PlayStation manual.

s PlayStation®2 console...1 s Analog Controller

s AC adaptor...1

s Instruction Manual...1

® customer service helpline which can

® and PlayStation®2 format software

(DUALSHOCK

s AV Cable...1

s AC power cord...1s Euro-AV connector plug...1

®2)...1

You can place the console in either the horizontal or vertical position.

Horizontal position

Set the console horizontally.

Vertical position

When setting the console in the vertical position, use the SCPH-70110 E Vertical Stand (for PlayStation®2) (sold separately).

Note

Some Vertical Stands (for PlayStation®2) cannot be used with this model of the PlayStation Vertical Stand.

®2 console ( page 46). Choose the SCPH-70110 E when purchasing a

Preparation

Getting started

Caution

RESET

Do not place the console in locations where it may be exposed to the following conditions:

• Places subject to excessive cigarette smoke or dust. Cigarette smoke residue or dust build-up on the internal components, such as the lens, may cause the console to malfunction.

• Places subject to extreme temperatures, in direct sunlight, near a heat source, or in a car with its windows closed (particularly in summer). These conditions may warp the exterior of the console or cause the console to malfunction.

• Places close to magnetic fields, such as those produced by magnets or loudspeakers.

• Places subject to vibration.

Part names

PlayStation®2 console front

Disc cover

A (open) button

MEMORY CARD slot 2

]/1 (on/standby) indicator

]/1 (on/standby)/RESET button

Part names

MEMORY CARD slot 1

Controller port 1

Controller port 2

* The " " product family logo can be rotated to match the horizontal or vertical

positioning of the console.

" " product family logo*

IR receiver

Front vent

USB connector

Note

You can connect USB devices that are compatible with the PlayStation®2 console. Note, however, that not all USB-compatible products work with the PlayStation console. Refer to the instructions supplied with the device to be connected for more information.

®2

PlayStation®2 console rear

Connecting to a TV

Rear vent

Before connecting

! DC IN 8.5V

NETWORK connector

DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector

Note

For part names of the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2), see "Using the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK

®2)" ( page 17).

AV MULTI OUT connector

connector

• Do not plug the AC power cord for the console into the electrical outlet until you have made all other connections.

• Check that the TV is turned off.

Connecting to a TV using the supplied AV Cable

Connect the console to the TV as shown below.

Console rear

Audio and video inputs of the TV

VIDEO L-AUDIO-R

White RedYellow

Do not use when connecting to a monaural TV.

AV Cable

To the AV MULTI OUT connector

Preparation

Connecting to a TV

Caution

If you display a stil l image on a plasma or projection* TV screen for an extended period of time, "ghosting" may occur. This is a characteristic of these types of TVs. Static, non-moving images, such as console setting menus, DVD menus or paused images, may leave a faint image permanently on the TV screen if left on for an extended time. Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV for details.

* Except those of LCD screen types

Note

The console can be connected to a VCR or an integrated TV/VCR. Note, however, that if you play a DVD with copy-protection encryption, picture quality may be reduced.

Connecting to a TV with a Euro-AV connector using the Euro-AV connector plug

Connect your PlayStation®2 console to the Euro-AV connector (SCART) on the TV using the Euro-AV connector plug and AV Cable, making sure you match the colour-coded plugs of the AV Cable to the matching jacks of the connector plug.

Console rear

Euro-AV connector plug

Connecting to a TV

To Euro-AV connector

AV Cable

To AV MULTI OUT connector

After connecting

Set your TV to the appropriate video input mode. Refer to the Instruction Manual of your TV.

When using cables sold separately

Picture quality differs depending on the type of cable used. Use the information below to determine the best connection method.

If you use a cable sold separately, refer to the instructions supplied with the cable.

TV Cable type

A TV with S VIDEO inputs S VIDEO Cable (SCPH-10480)

A TV without video inputs RFU Adaptor (SCPH-10072 C)

A TV with Euro-AV (SCART) connector

A TV with component video input connectors

Euro-AV Cable (SCPH-10142)

Component AV Cable (SCPH-10490)

Notes

• The DVD player's progressive scan mode is only available when playing a disc recorded in NTSC format, and viewed on a TV that supports progressive scan (480p).

• You cannot connect the console to a TV with component video inputs that are exclusively for HDTV use (Y P TV for details.

B PR). Refer to the instructions supplied with your

Preparation

Picture quality scale

x AV Cable (supplied) x S VIDEO Cable x Component AV Cable

x RFU Adaptor

This scale is intended only as a reference. Depending on the product or condition of your TV, the picture quality may be different. When using the Euro-AV Cable, picture quality may vary depending on your TV's AV connection. For optimum picture quality, connect your Euro-AV cable to an RGBcompatible socket on your TV. Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV for details.

High quality

Connecting to a TV

Connecting digital audio

MEMORY CARD

equipment

By using a commercially available optical digital cable, you can enjoy surround sound with the effect of being in a movie theatre or a concert hall. When connecting the console to audio equipment with digital connectors, refer to the instructions supplied with the device to be connected.

Console rear

Connected device

DIGITAL IN

OPTICAL

Connecting the controller

1 Insert the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2) into a controller

port of the console.

Console front

Notes

• If you connect the console to audio equipment using an optical digital cable, it may affect the audio output of some PlayStation no sound is produced. If this happens, use a cable such as the supplied AV Cable and connect it to the console's AV MULTI OUT connector. Do not use an optical digital cable.

• After con necting digital audio equipment, set "Digital Out (Optical)" to "On" in the System Configuration menu. For details, see "Digital Out (Optical)" ( page 37).

Connecting digital audio equipment

Commercially available optical digital cable

®2 format software with the result that

Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK

Note

Some software titles designate a specific controller port to be used. Refer to the instructions supplied with the software for details.

®2)

Connecting the AC adaptor and

RESET

AC power cord

3 Plug the AC power cord into the electrical outlet.

Console rear

Warnings

• The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

• Do not plug the AC power cord for the console into the e lectrical outlet until you have made all other connections.

1 Connect the AC power cord to the AC adaptor.

AC adaptor

AC power cord

2 Plug the connector of the AC adaptor into the ! DC IN 8.5V

connector on the console rear.

Console rear

! DC IN 8.5V connector

AC adaptor

AC power cord

To the electrical outlet

Some regions and countries may use a different electrical outlet plug from the one illustrated.

The =/1 (on/standby) indicator on the console front will light up in red to indicate that the console is in standby mode.

]/1 indicator

Console front

Connecting the AC adaptor and AC power cord

Preparation

Turning the console on and off

RESET

Before turning on the console

Do not turn on the console until you have finished these steps. Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV for details.

• Turn on the TV.

• Change your TV setting to display output from the line to which the console is connected.

Turning on the console

1 Check that the =/1 (on/standby) indicator on the console

front is lit up in red.

2 Press the =/1 (on/standby)/RESET button on the console

front.

The =/1 indicator on the console front will turn green and output from the console will be displayed on the TV.

=/1/RESET button

Console front

=/1 indicator

Notes

• The first time you turn on the console after purchase, screens for setting "Language", "Time Zone" and "Daylight Savings Time (Summer Time)" will be displayed. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the settings.

• If you connect the console to a wide-screen TV, set "Screen Size" in the System Configuration menu ( page 37).

Turning off the console

1 Press and hold the =/1/RESET button on the console front for

more than a second.

The =/1 indicator will turn red to indicate that the console has entered standby mode.

=/1/RESET button

Console front

Warning

The power is not completely turned off when the console is in standby mode. If you do not plan to use the console for an extended period of time, unplug the AC power cord from the electrical outlet.

=/1 indicator

Turning the console on and off

Games

Playing a game

Disc cover

=/1/RESET buttonA (open) button

Before playing a game Starting a game

Place the disc in the console with the label side facing up.

Place the disc so that all three tabs are above the disc's surface.

Games

Check that the connections to the TV and audio equipment are correct and that the precautions have been met.

• "Precautions" ( page 4)

• "Connecting to a TV" ( page 9)

• "Connecting the controller" ( page 12)

• "Connecting the AC adaptor and AC power cord" ( page 13)

Note

To play online games, you first need to connect to and set up a network. See "Connecting to a network" ( page 42) for details.

1 Turn on the console ( page 14).

The main menu is displayed ( page 35).

2 Press the A (open) button on the console front.

The disc cover opens.

3 Place the disc in the console.

Set the disc in the disc holder with the label side facing up.

Playing a game

4 Close the disc cover.

Push the middle of the disc cover. After the disc cover is closed, the game will start.

Push the middle of the disc cover.

Notes

• You can also start a game from the Browser screen ( page 35).

• If you turn on the console after inserting a disc, the game will start automatically.

To reset a game

Press the \/1 (on/standby)/RESET button on the console front. Do not accidentally press the @/1/RESET button while playing a game, as doing so will cause the game to reset.

Ending a game

Caution

When removing a disc, check that the disc has stopped completely . Do not touch the disc if it is spinning, as doing so may cause injury, damage to the disc or console malfunction.

1 Press the A button on the console front.

2 Remove the disc.

Hold down the black centre part of the console, and then lift the disc by the edges.

Press the black centre part of the disc holder.

3 Close the disc cover. 4 Press the =/1/RESET button.

The main menu is displayed ( page 35).

Changing game discs

1 Open the disc cover and remove the disc.

When removing a disc, hold down the black centre part of the disc holder and then lift the disc by the edges.

2 Insert a disc. 3 Close the disc cover and reset the console.

The new game will start.

Note

You do not need to turn off the console when changing games.

Playing a game

Using the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2)

The Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2) is equipped with a pressuresensitive button function. It also has a vibration function.

Part names

SELECT button

L2 button

L1 button

Directional buttons

Right analog stick/ R3 button*

Mode indicator ANALOG mode button

* The left and right analog sticks, or the L3 and R3 buttons, function only in analog

mode (indicator: red).

* The L3 and R3 buttons function when the analog sticks are pressed.

Left analog stick/ L3 button*

Note

Before using the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK rotate the left and right analog sticks once with your thumbs before starting a game. Do not twist the analog sticks, but rotate as if drawing a circle as shown in the diagram.

®2), with the console turned on,

START button R2 button

R1 button

button

button button

About mode switching

The ANALOG mode button can be used to switch between two modes. Switch to the appropriate mode for use. Note, however, that some software titles make this adjustment automatically.

Digital mode (indicator: off)

Analog mode (indicator: red)

Notes

• When using the Analog Controller in digital mode, the left and right analog sticks do not function. Also, the pressure-sensitive button function is turned off.

• Depending on the software, you may not be able to switch modes even if you press the ANALOG mode button.

About analog controls

• When playing a PlayStation®2 format software title, you can use all buttons in analog mode except for the START, SELECT, L3 and R3 buttons.

• When playing a PlayStation

® format software title, only the left and right

analog sticks can be used in analog mode.

Note

Depending on the software, the buttons for use in analog mode may be limited. Refer to the instructions supplied with the software for details.

About the vibration function

The vibration function can be set to ON or OFF in the software options menu.

Note

Depending on the software, the vibration function may be set to "On" automatically.

Games

Playing a game

About using the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®) (SCPH-110 E)

Using Memory Cards

You can use the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®) (SCPH-110 E) with the PlayStation may be different from those of the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK

®2 console, but the functions of the buttons in analog mode

®2).

Only the left and right analog sticks can be used in analog mode.

Note

Not all Play Station®2 format software titles support the use of the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK should be used in such cases.

®) (SCPH-110 E). The Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2)

You can save and load game data using a Memory Card. You can also delete game data or copy game data from one Memory Card to another.

About Memory Card types

There are two types of Memory Cards. Select a Memory Card suitable for the software in use.

Memory Card type Compatible software Amount of memory

Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation (SCPH-10020 E)

Memory Card (SCPH-1020 E)

Note

The Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) uses "MagicGate", a technology that helps protect copyrighted content through data encryption and hardware authentication.

by Sony Group.

bearing the "MagicGate" trademark.

®2)

PlayStation software

®2 format

® format

Approx. 8 MB

15 memory blocks (approx. 120 KB)

is a term of copyright protection technology developed

does not guarantee compatibility with other products

Using Memory Cards

Inserting a Memory Card

MEMORY CARD

Insert the Memory Card into a MEMORY CARD slot on the console front.

Console front

3 Select "Copy" or "Delete", and then press the button.

When copying game data, check that two Memory Cards are inserted in the console. If you have selected "Delete", skip to step 5.

4 Select the destination, and then press the button.

Note

Some software titles designate a specific MEMORY CARD slot to use. Refer to the instructions supplied with the software for details.

Saving or loading game data

Depending on the software, the procedure for saving or loading may vary. Refer to the instructions supplied with the software for details.

Copying or deleting game data

1 At the Browser screen ( page 35), use the directional

buttons to select the icon for the Memory Card you want to use for copying or deleting data and then press the button.

2 Select the icon for the data you want to copy or delete, and

then press the button.

5 Select "Yes", and then press the button.

While copying or deleting data, do not remove the Memory Cards.

6 When copying or deleting is completed, press the button.

Notes

• To view information about a game data item, select the icon for the data and then press the button to check the details.

• Compatibility between software and Memory Cards: – You cannot save or copy PlayStation

(SCPH-1020 E).

– You cannot save PlayStation

PlayStation Memory Card (SCPH-1020 E) to a Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation storage purposes. Note that such game data cannot be loaded directly from a Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation

®2). You can, however, copy PlayStation® format game data from a

®2 format software to a Memory Card

® format game data to a Memory Card (8MB) (for

®2) for

®2).

Games

Using Memory Cards

Audio CDs

Operating the CD player during playback

Playing an audio CD

Playing a CD

1 Turn on the console and insert the disc ( page 15).

Follow steps 1 to 4 of "Starting a game". The track numbers are displayed.

2 Using the directional buttons, select the track number you

want to play and then press the button.

Playback begins.

Notes

• If you turn on the console after inserting a disc, the track numbers are displayed automatically.

• You can also start playback from the Browser screen ( page 35).

Caution

To play an audio CD recorded in DTS format, you must connect a device with a DTS decoder to the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector ( page 12). Note that an extremely loud noise may be emitted if the device does not have a DTS decoder or if it is connected to the AV MULTI OUT connector.

Using the directional buttons, select the icon for the desired track and then press the button.

Icon (button*) Function

. (L1 button) Go to the beginning of the current or previous track

m (L2 button) Fast reverse

M (R2 button) Fast forward

> (R1 button) Go to the beginning of the next track

N (START button) Start playback

X (START button) Pause playback

x (SELECT button) Stop playback

* You can operate directly by pressing the buttons of the Analog Controller

(DUALSHOCK

Note

You can also use the DVD Remote Control (for PlayStation®2) (sold separately).

®2).

Ending audio CD playback

1 Using the directional buttons, select x and then press the

button.

Playback stops. Press the A (open) button on the console front to remove the disc.

Playing an audio CD

Playing in various modes

You can set for "Play Mode" and "Repeat".

5 Select the audio CD icon, and then press the button.

The track numbers are displayed, and the setting option is shown in the lower left of the screen.

Play Mode Normal Plays tracks as recorded on the CD

Program Plays tracks in a specified order

Shuffle Plays tracks in a random order

Repeat Off Does not play the CD repeatedly

All Plays all tracks repeatedly

1 Plays a track repeatedly

1 At the Browser screen ( page 35), use the directional

buttons to select the audio CD icon and then press the button.

The Play Options screen is displayed.

2 Select "Play Mode" or "Repeat", and then press the

button.

3 Select the desired setting, and then press the button.

If you select "Program", the screen for specifying track order will be displayed. Select the tracks you want to play.

4 Press the button.

The Browser screen is displayed.

6 Select the desired track, and then press the button.

Playback begins.

Notes

• You can also access the Play Options screen from the screen displaying the tracks by selecting the Audio CD icon in the upper left corner of the screen and pressing the button.

• You can set "Play Mode" and "Repeat" at the same time.

Audio CDs

Playing an audio CD

DVDs

Using the Control Panel

Watching a DVD

You can operate the DVD player using the following methods.

• Using the on-screen Control Panel

• Operating directly using the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK

• Using the DVD Remote Control (for PlayStation

The following instructions assume use of the Control Panel to operate the DVD player. Some operations may be different depending on the method used.

Notes

• For details about playing a DVD, refer to the instructions supplied with the DVD.

• The PlayStation Note that not all features are available on all DVDs.

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1 Start playback of the DVD ( page 24). 2 Press the SELECT button.

The Control Panel is displayed. If you press the SELECT button again, the display will change its position on the screen.

3 Using the directional buttons, select an icon and then press

the button.

Note

To turn off the Control Panel, press the SELECT button (once or twice), or press the

button.

Control Panel item list

You can access the following options in the Control Panel.

Icon Function

Menu Displays the DVD-Video menu

Watching a DVD

Top Menu Displays the DVD-Video menu

Icon Function

0~9

Return

Audio Options

Angle Options

Subtitle Options

Go To

Setup

Time Display

Help

Go to Chapter

./> Previous/Next

/Search

/Slow

Returns to the previously selected screen within the DVD's menu

Displays and changes audio options on DVDs with multiple audio tracks

Displays and changes viewing angles on DVDs recorded with multi-angle options

Displays and changes subtitle options on DVDs with subtitle options

Skips to the selected title, chapter or the specified time, and starts playback ( page 24)

Displays and changes options for language, picture quality, Parental Control level, audio, etc. ( page 28)

Displays the current title or chapter number, the elapsed time, etc. ( page 25)

Displays the direct button functions of the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK

Used to enter the number of a chapter you want to play ( page 24)

Returns/skips to the beginning of the current, previous or next chapter

Fast reverses/forwards playback on the screen to help you find a particular scene ( page 25)

Changes to playback/reverse playback in slow-motion

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Icon Function

N X x

Play Starts playback

Pause Pauses playback

Stop Stops playback ( page 24)

A-B Repeat

Shuffle Play

Program Play

Repeat Play

Original/Play List

Clear

Specifies a scene for playback, and starts playback of the scene that has been set ( page 27)

Begins playback of titles or chapters in a random order ( page 27)

Begins playback of titles or chapters in a programmed sequence ( page 26)

Selects repeated playback of all the titles on the disc, or one title or one chapter ( page 27)

For DVD-RW discs (VR mode), selects Original or Play List content to play ( page 26)

Clears selected numbers or playback modes ( page 28)

Notes

• You can use " " to check the options that can be accessed directly using the buttons of the Analog Controller. To access the options directly using the controller, you must clear the Control Panel from the screen.

• Depending on the playback mode, some options may not be available or cannot be adjusted.

DVDs

Watching a DVD

Playing a DVD

Selecting a specific scene for playback

1 Turn on the console and insert a disc ( page 15).

Follow steps 1 to 4 of "Starting a game". Playback begins.

Notes

• If you turn on the console after inserting a disc, playback will begin automatically.

• You can also start playback from the Browser screen ( page 35).

Ending DVD playback x

1 During playback, select x in the Control Panel ( page 22)

and then press the button.

Playback stops. Press the A (open) button on the console front, and then remove the disc.

Playing a DVD from the last stopping point (Resume Play)

1 During playback, select x in the Control Panel ( page 22)

and then press the button.

2 Select N, and then press the button.

Playback begins from the point where you stopped the disc in step 1.

To clear Resume Play

After step 1, select x and then press the button.

Selecting a scene by chapter number

1 During playback, select the desired chapter number in the

Control Panel ( page 22) and then press the button.

Playback of the selected chapter begins. If you want to play a chapter with a single digit number (i.e. 1-9), enter a leading zero. For example, enter as "01".

Selecting a scene by title number, chapter number or by specifying the time

1 During playback, select in the Control Panel

( page 22) and then press the button.

2 Select an item, and then press the button.

Title Specifies the title number

Chapter Specifies the chapter number

C XX:XX:XX (or T XX:XX:XX)

Specifies the elapsed time for the chapter (or title)

3 Select the numbers for the desired scene, and then press the

button.

Playback of the selected chapter begins.

Watching a DVD

Finding a particular point on a DVD (Search) Displaying playback information

You can display information such as the current title number or elapsed

You can search either forwards or backwards to quickly locate a particular point on a DVD.

1 During playback, select or in the Control Panel

( page 22) and then press and hold the button.

Search speed changes as shown below when you press either the up or down directional button while holding down the button.

• Search 3

• Search 2

• Search 1

•Slow

2 Release the button when you reach the point you are

searching for.

Playback returns to normal speed.

Note

To use the Analog Controller to Search during playback, press and hold down the L2 or R2 button to begin searching. Use the directional buttons to change speeds. Release the L2 or R2 button when you reach the point you are searching for.

time.

1 During playback, select in the Control Panel

( page 22) and then press the button.

The display changes as shown below each time you press the button.

Title X Chapter X Title number and chapter number

Title X Chapter X C XX:XX:XX Elapsed time of current chapter

Title X Chapter X C - XX:XX:XX Remaining time of current chapter

Title X Chapter X T XX:XX:XX Elapsed time of current title

Title X Chapter X T - XX:XX:XX Remaining time of current title

(Off)

DVDs

Watching a DVD

Selecting Original or Play List for DVD-RW playback

Using the playback modes

When using a DVD-RW disc (VR mode), you can select the type of titles you want to play.

1 With playback stopped, select in the Control Panel

( page 22) and then press the button.

Original and Play List will be selected in turn each time you press the

button.

Original Plays content in the originally recorded sequence

Play List Plays edited content. Play List is the default setting.

Notes

• Slow-motion play in reverse is not available for DVD-RW discs (VR mode).

• You cannot use this function with Resume Play. Clear Resume Play ( page 24) before selecting this feature.

Using the various playback modes, you can play titles or chapters in the order you want or repeat playback of a specific scene. There are four playback modes:

• Program Play ( page 26)

• Shuffle Play ( page 27)

• Repeat Play ( page 27)

• A-B Repeat ( page 27)

The following instructions assume use of the Control Panel ( page 22) to operate the DVD player.

Notes

• You can play combinations of Program Play, Shuffle Play, and Repeat Play. Note, however, that some Shuffle Play or Repeat Play options may not be available depending on the combination.

• The PlayStation

®2 console plays disc content as recorded in the DVD software.

Program Play

You can create programmes to play titles and chapters in any order.

1 During playback, select in the Control Panel

( page 22) and then press the button.

2 Select a programme number, and then press the button.

If no programmes have been set, the only option will be "1. Title".

Using the playback modes

3 Select the title number, and then press the button.

4 Select the chapter number, and then press the button.

To play all the chapters, select "All". Repeat steps 2 to 4 to set other titles or chapters.

Repeat Play

You can set this option to play titles or chapters repeatedly.

5 Press the START button.

Program Play begins.

Note

The setting will not be cleared after Program Play finishes.

Shuffle Play

You can set this option for random playback of all titles or chapters recorded on a disc. Playback order will be different each time Shuffle Play is used.

1 Select in the Control Panel ( page 22), and then

press the button.

The display changes as shown below each time you press the button.

Title Shuffle Plays titles in random order

Chapter Shuffle Plays chapters in random order

Shuffle Off Clears Shuffle Play

2 Select N, and then press the button.

1 Select in the Control Panel ( page 22), and then

press the button.

The display changes as shown below each time you press the button.

Disc Repeat Repeats playback of all titles

Title Repeat Repeats playback of one title

Chapter Repeat Repeats playback of one chapter

Repeat Off Clears Repeat Play

2 Select N, and then press the button.

A-B Repeat

You can set a specific scene to be played repeatedly.

1 During playback, select in the Control Panel

( page 22) and then press the button at the point you want to start repeated playback.

The starting point (point A) is set.

2 Press the button at the point you want to end repeated

playback.

The ending point (point B) is set, and repeated playback of the section from A to B begins.

DVDs

Using the playback modes

Clearing playback modes

Clears playback modes to allow normal playback.

Adjusting DVD player settings

1 Select in the Control Panel ( page 22), and then

press the button.

A message stating, "Play mode contents cleared", is displayed and the console returns to normal playback.

Note

If multiple playback modes have been set in a combination, all playback modes are cleared.

You can use the Control Panel to adjust DVD player settings, such as the language for subtitles, audio language, and Parental Control level.

Notes

• Some DVDs do not support all settings. The PlayStation®2 console plays disc content as recorded in the DVD software. If the DVD does not support the features listed, you will not be able to change the settings.

• The following options are not available during playback or Resume Play ( page 24). Clear Resume Play before changing these settings.

– "Menu", "Audio" and "Subtitles" in Language Setup – "TV Type" and "Progressive" in Screen Setup – "Parental Control" in Custom Setup – "DTS" and "Audio Track Auto Select Mode" in Audio Setup

You can change DVD player settings using the following procedure:

1 Select in the Control Panel ( page 22), and then press

the button.

The Setup icon bar is displayed.

2 Select the icon for the setting you want to change, and then

press the button.

The current setting for each item is displayed.

3 Select the desired item, and then press the button.

The menu option becomes active and can be selected.

Adjusting DVD player settings

4 Select the desired setting, and then press the button.

The setting of the item is completed. For details, see the instructions for each item ( pages 29 to 34).

Notes

• The default setting for each menu item is underlined in the explanations below.

• To return to the Control Panel after making settings, press the SELECT button.

• Settings are saved when you do any of the following: – Stop playback (including stopping Resume Play) – Open the disc cover

Setting TV display options

In the Screen Setup menu, you can set the screen size (aspect ratio) and other options that affect picture quality.

TV Type

You can set the aspect ratio to match the screen of the connected TV.

16:9 Select this option when using a wide-screen TV or a standard

TV with special 16:9/wide-screen functionality.

DVDs

Setting language options

In "Language Setup" you can choose the language for the DVD's menu, audio and subtitles. Note that if you select a language that is not recorded on the DVD, one of the recorded languages is selected automatically.

Menu Selects the language for the DVD's menu

Audio Selects the language for the DVD's audio track

Subtitles Selects the language for the DVD's subtitles

Note

If you select "Audio Follow" for subtitles, the subtitle language will automatically be set to match the language selected for the DVD's audio track.

4:3 Letter Box Select this option when using a standard TV. This setting

displays a wide picture with margins on the upper and lower portions of the screen.

4:3 PAN SCAN Select this option when using a standard TV. This setting

displays a picture adjusted to the height of the screen, cutting off portions at left and right that do not fit.

Note

When you set "Progressive" to "On", "TV Type" is automatically set to "16:9".

Adjusting DVD player settings

DNR (Digital Noise Reduction)

You can use this setting to help reduce roughness in the on-screen image and produce a cleaner picture.

Off

DNR1 Increases picture quality

DNR2 Increases picture quality (maximum)

DNR is not used.

Notes

• "DNR2" is more e ffective for reducing image roughness than "DNR 1", but in some cases an afterimage may appear. If this occurs, select "Off".

• The DNR function may produce limited results on some DVDs.

• When you set "Progr essive" to "On", "DNR" is automatically turne d off and cannot be turned on.

Outline Sharpening

You can sharpen or soften the outline of the on-screen image. The higher the value, the sharper the outline. Normally, select "0".

•-2 •-1 •0

•+1 •+2

Note

Depending on the DVD, Outline Sharpening may produce limited results.

Display

During playback, you can display playback status information in the top right corner of the screen for a few seconds.

Off Playback status information is not displayed.

Playback status information is displayed for a few seconds.

Progressive

You can display an image in which the picture updates all the lines in one pass. In most cases, this results in a clearer, flicker-free image. This feature is available only if your TV and AV Cable* support progressive scan (480p).

* The Component AV Cable (sold separately) is compatible with progressive scan.

On Select this option when the console is connected to a TV that supports

Off

* The DVD player's progressive scan mode is only available when playing a disc

progressive scan (480p).*

Select this option when the console is connected to a standard TV.

recorded in NTSC format, and viewed on a TV that supports progressive scan (480p).

Notes

• If picture quality is reduced or no image is displayed, set "Progressive" to "Off" when the console is connected to a TV without the necessary equipment. If you accidentally set this option to "On" for such a TV, picture quality may be reduced or the picture may not be displayed. To clear the setting, follow these steps:

Check that you have a DVD in the console.

Press the \/1 (on/standby)/RESET button on the console front.

Then press and hold down the START button of the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK The "Progressive" setting is returned to "Off", allowing the DVD-Video to be displayed as normal. You can also cancel this setting using the "Clear Progressive Setting" ( page 40) option in the Version Information screen.

• DVDs can contain video-based and film-based material, which use different frame rates. When playing video-based material using progressive scan, some images may appear unnatural. If this occurs, set "Progressive" to "Off" and view in standard interlace mode.

• When you set "Progressive" to "On", "TV Type" ( page 29) is automatically set to "16:9".

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