Sony PS2 User Manual

3-076-132-11(1)

Instruction manual

Thank you for purchasing the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system. You can play PlayStation®2 format CD-ROM and DVD-ROM discs, PlayStation® format CDROM discs, audio CDs and DVD video discs with NTSC 1 designation with this system. Before using this product, carefully read this manual and retain it for future reference.

Mode d’emploi

Nous vous remercions d’avoir fait l’acquisition du système de loisir interactif PlayStation®2. Avec ce système, vous pouvez lire des disques CD-ROM et DVD-ROM au format PlayStation®2, des CD-ROM au format PlayStation®, des CD audio et des disques DVD vidéo de type NTSC 1. Avant d’utiliser ce produit, lisez attentivement ce mode d’emploi et conservez-le pour pouvoir vous y reporter ultérieurememt.

English Français

US ➔ P.2

MEMORY CARD slots

” product family

“ logo

1 (standby)/RESET button and 1 indicator

A (open) button and A indicator

Disc tray

Controller ports

L2 button, R2 button, L1 button, R1 button

Fentes pour MEMORY CARD (carte mémoire)

Logo de la gamme de produits “

Bouton 1 (veille)/ RESET et indicateur 1

Bouton A (ouvrir) indicateur

Compartiment à disque

Ports de manette

Touche L2, touche R2, touche L1, touche R1

”

Español

ES ➔ P.46FR ➔ P.24

Ranuras para MEMORY CARD (tarjeta de memoria)

Logotipo de la familia de productos “

Botón 1 /RESET (espera/reinicio) e indicador 1

Botón A (abrir) e indicador A

Bandeja del disco

Puertos de control

Botón L2, botón R2, botón L1, botón R1

”

Manual de instrucciones

Gracias por adquirir el sistema de entretenimiento computarizado PlayStation®2. Con este sistema, puede reproducir DVD-ROM y CD-ROM de formato PlayStation®2, y CDROM de formato PlayStation®, y discos de vídeo DVD, CD audio con la designación NTSC 1. Antes de utilizar este producto, lea detenidamente este manual y consérvelo para consultarlo en el futuro.

SCPH-39001 / 97004

Directional buttons

¢ , a , ✕ , s buttons

START button

ANALOG mode button

SELECT button

Left analog stick, right analog stick, L3 button, R3 button

Touches directionnelles

Touches ¢ , a , ✕ , s

Touche START (de mise en marche)

Touche de mode ANALOG (analogique)

Touche SELECT (de sélection)

Manche analogique gauche, manche analogique droit, touche L3, touche R3

Botones de dirección

Botones ¢ , a , ✕ , s

Botón START (inicio)

Botón modo ANALOG (analógico)

Botón SELECT (selección)

Joystick analógico izquierdo, Joystick analógico derecho, botón L3 ,botón R3

WARNING

Precautions

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not disassemble. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

Caution

The 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.

This label is located on the Laser protective housing inside the enclosure.

This graphical symbol with supplemental marking is located on the right surface of the unit (when it is in a vertical position).

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the console.

Caution

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

Information

For customers in the USA

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

– – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

If you have questions about this product, call our technical support line at 1-800-345-7669, or write to: Sony Computer Entertainment America Consumer Services/Technical Support PO Box 5888, San Mateo, CA 94402-0888 U.S.A.

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name : SONY Model No. : SCPH-39001 Responsible Party : Sony Electronics Inc. Address : 680 Kinderkamack Road

Telephone No. : 201-930-6972

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Oradell, NJ 07649 U.S.A.

Before operating your PlayStation®2 console

A very small percentage of individuals may experience epileptic seizures when exposed to certain light patterns or flashing lights. Exposure to certain patterns or backgrounds on a television screen or while playing video games, including games played on the PlayStation console, may induce an epileptic seizure in these individuals. Certain conditions may induce previously undetected epileptic symptoms even in persons who have no history of prior seizures or epilepsy. If you, or anyone in your family, has an epileptic condition, consult your physician prior to playing. If you experience any of the following symptoms while playing a video game - dizziness, altered vision, eye or muscle twitches, loss of awareness, disorientation, any involuntary movement, or convulsions - IMMEDIATELY discontinue use and consult your physician before resuming play.

Owner’s record

The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the PlayStation the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call for technical assistance at 1-800-345-7669. Model No. SCPH-39001 Serial No. _______________________________

2 console. Record the appropriate number in

Do not expose the console to cigarette smoke or dust

When setting up the PlayStation®2 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 or dust on the disc can distort the picture or reduce sound quality. Make sure discs are always clean before use.

• Clean discs using a soft cloth, lightly wiping from the center outwards.

• Do not use solvents such as benzine, commercially available cleaners not intended for CDs or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs as these may damage your disc.

Do not place the console in an unusually hot location

Do 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 condensation

If 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, call 1-800-345-7669 for technical assistance.

Do not subject the console to violent physical shock

Do 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.

Avoid damaging the exterior of the console

Do 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 vents

Dust can accumulate in both the front and rear vents of the PlayStation and remove any accumulated dust with a low-powered vacuum cleaner.

®2 console. Check the vents from time to time

Cleaning the exterior of the console

When 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 paint thinner, solvents or other chemicals, as these may damage the console. When using a commercially available cleaning cloth, follow the instructions supplied with the cloth.

Never disassemble the console

• Use your PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system according to the instructions in this manual. No authorization for the analysis or modification of the PlayStation circuit configurations, is provided herein.

• There are no user-serviceable components inside the PlayStation warranty. Additionally, there is a risk of exposure to (laser) radiation as well as to electrical shock hazards.

2 console, nor the analysis and use of its

2 console. Disassembling it will void the

Notes on safety when using the analog controller (DUALSHOCK controller (DUALSHOCK

• Stop using this console immediately if you begin to feel tired or if you experience discomfort or pain in your hands and/or arms while operating the controller. If the condition persists, consult a doctor.

• Do not attempt to operate the controller in any way except with your hands. Do not bring the controller into close contact with your head, face or near the bones of any other part of your body.

• The vibration function of the analog controller (DUALSHOCK (DUALSHOCK Do not use the vibration function of the analog controller (DUALSHOCK (DUALSHOCK any ailment in the bones or joints of your hands or arms.

• Do not use the analog controller (DUALSHOCK the analog controller (DUALSHOCK that supports the vibration function if you have injuries or ailments to the bones or muscles of your fingers, hands, wrists or arms. The vibration of the controller may aggravate such conditions.

• Avoid prolonged use of the analog controller (DUALSHOCK (DUALSHOCK intervals.

®2) or the analog controller ®) can aggravate injuries.

®) supported by software if you have

®2) and analog controller ®). Take a break at about 30 minute

®2) and analog ®)

®2) and analog controller

®2) or

®) with software

Discs that can be played with the PlayStation®2

Table of contents

PlayStation®2 format

DVD-ROM

Disc logo

Disc color

Contents

Disc size

Disc logo

Contents

Disc size

Play time

*1 When you position the console vertically and play an 8 cm audio CD, be sure to use an optional adaptor. *2 When playing an 8 cm DVD, always place the console in the horizontal position.

DVD video systems and regional restrictions

•This console conforms to the NTSC broadcast standard. You cannot play discs recorded for other broadcast standards (such as PAL or SECAM) on this console.

•Some DVD videos are marked with region numbers such as 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 1 cannot be played on your console.

•DVDs with the 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.

“ ”, PlayStation®2 logo

and

designation

Silver

Audio CDs

Audio

12 cm

74 min



. The number contained



ALL

label can also be played

PlayStation®2 format

CD-ROM

“ ”, PlayStation®2 logo

and

designation

Blue

Audio and video

12 cm

8 cm

(CD single)

20 min

(single-sided) /

•Some DVDs that have no region code markings may still be subject to area restrictions and may not be playable on the console.

Note on playback operations of DVD video

This console plays back 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 software. Please refer to the instructions supplied with your DVD video for details.

Specially shaped discs

Do not use irregularly shaped CDs (for example, heart- or star-shaped CDs) as they may cause the console to malfunction.

The “DVD VIDEO” logo is a trademark.

12 cm

About 4 hrs

About 8 hrs

(double-sided)

PlayStation® format

CD-ROM

PlayStation® logo and

Black

DVD VIDEOs

Audio and video

About 80 min

(single-sided) /

About 160 min (double-sided)

designation

8 cm

Getting started

Connection

Games / Audio CDs

DVD videos

Additional

information

WARNING / Precautions

Discs that can be played with the PlayStation®2

Important Safeguards

Checking the package contents

Positioning the console

Connecting your console to a TV set

Connecting digital audio components

Connecting other digital devices

Using the Main menu

Playing a game

Using the analog controller

Using memory cards

Playing an audio CD

Playing a DVD video

Using the Control Panel

Settings and adjustments for the DVD player

Troubleshooting

Specifications

Glossary

LIMITED WARRANTY

2 3 4 6 6 6 8 8 9 10 11 12 12 13 14 17 21 22 23 23

Important Safeguards

For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the PlayStation®2 console, and keep this manual for future reference.

Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the console, or those described in the instruction manual and adhere to them.

USE

Power Sources

This console should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of electrical power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For those units designed to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

Grounding or Polarization

The console is equipped with a polarized AC power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by forcing it in.

Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this can result in fire or electric shock.

Cleaning

Refer to the precautions section of this manual (page 2) for a complete description of a safe method for cleaning the console exterior.

INSTALLATION

Water and Moisture

Do not use the powerline operated console near water – for example, near a bathtub, kitchen sink, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

Power-Cord Protection

Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against it, paying particular attention to the plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord exits from the console.

Ventilation

The slots and openings in the console exterior are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the console, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered. – Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other

materials.

– Never block the slots and openings by placing the console on a

bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.

Liquid and Foreign Objects

Never push objects of any kind, other than authorized items, into the console openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electrical shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the console.

Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.

Accessories

Do not place the console on an unstable cart, stand, bracket or table. The console may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult and serious damage to the console. Use only the vertical or horizontal stand or other accessories recommended by the manufacturer to stabilize the console.

An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

– Never place the console in a confined space, such as a bookcase,

or built-in cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided.

– Do not place the console near or over a radiator or heat register,

or where it is exposed to direct sunlight.

ANTENNAS

Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outdoor antenna or cable system is installed, follow the precautions below.

An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits. WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM, EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT WITH THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL.

Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antennadischarge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

Ground Clamp

Electric Service equipment

Ground Clamps

Power Service Grounding Electrode System (NEC Art 250, Part H)

Lightning

For added protection for this console during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the console due to lightning and power-line surges.

SERVICE

Damage Requiring Service

Unplug the console from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: – When the AC power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

Antenna Lead in Wire

Grounding Conductors (NEC Section 810-21)

NEC- National Electrical Code

FRAYED OR TAUT AC power cord

CRACKED PLUG

Antenna Discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20)

– If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen onto the console.

– If the console has been exposed to rain or water.

– If the unit has been subject to excessive physical shock by being

dropped, or the console exterior has been damaged.

– If the console does not operate normally when following the

instruction manual. Adjust only those controls that are specified in the instruction manual. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the console to normal operation.

– When the console exhibits a distinct change in performance –

this indicates a need for service.

Servicing

Do not attempt to service the console yourself, as removing the console exterior may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to an authorized service center. Call 1-800-345-7669 to receive instructions on obtaining repair/ replacement services.

Replacement parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to the console, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer) to determine that the unit is in safe operating condition.

Getting started

Checking the package contents

Check that you have the following items:

• Console

• Analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2)

• AV cable (integrated audio/video)

• AC power cord

• Instruction manual

Connecting your console to a TV set

This section explains the connecting method for listening to sound through your TV speakers. When connecting to audio equipment with digital connectors, see “Connecting digital audio components” on page 8.

Connecting to a TV with audio/video input

Connect your PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system to the TV using the supplied AV cable (integrated audio/video). When connecting the cords, be sure to match the color-coded cords to the appropriate jacks on the components: yellow (video) to yellow, red (right audio) to red and white (left audio) to white.

After connecting

Set your TV to the appropriate video input mode. Refer to the instruction manual for your TV.

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 page 9.

If your TV is monaural

Do 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).

EXPANSION BAY

Positioning the console

You can position the console either horizontally or vertically. When positioning the console vertically, use the SCPH-10040 U vertical stand (for PlayStation®2) (sold separately). When positioning the console horizontally, you can use the SCPH-10110 PlayStation®2) (sold separately).

horizontal stand (for

Vertical positioningHorizontal positioning

Notes

The console may be damaged if it is placed in any position other than a horizontal or vertical one. Do not change the position of the console (from horizontal to vertical or vice versa) while it is in operation. Doing so may damage the disc or cause the console to malfunction.

The ” ” product family logo located 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.

DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector

To AV MULTI OUT connector

AV cable (integrated audio/video) AC power cord

Static image caution

Static, 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 are more susceptible to this than other types of displays. Do not operate the console in such a manner that this could occur.

MAIN POWER switch

~AC IN connector

Note about bouncing effect

Some TVs or monitors may experience a bouncing effect in their pictures when using the PlayStation There is nothing wrong with the PlayStation 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 our technical support line at 1-800-345-7669.

®2 console.

®2 console

Connecting to a VCR

Connect your PlayStation®2 console to the VCR using the supplied AV cable (integrated audio/ video) matching the plug colors. If your VCR is monaural, do not connect the red plug. However, when playing a DVD video, do not connect the console to a VCR. If you do, picture quality may be reduced. Connect the console directly to the TV.

After connecting

Set your TV and VCR adjustments appropriately. Refer to the instruction manuals for your TV and VCR.

When playing a DVD video

VCR

PlayStation®2

console

Connecting to a TV with an S VIDEO input connector

Connect your PlayStation®2 console to the S VIDEO input connector on the TV using the SCPH-10060 U S VIDEO cable (sold separately). You will get a better picture.

After connecting

Set your TV to the appropriate video input mode (such as “S VIDEO”).

To S VIDEO input

To audio input (left)

To audio input (right)

Connecting to a TV with an antenna input

Connect your PlayStation®2 console to the antenna input on the TV using the SCPH-10071 RFU adaptor (sold separately). In this case, the sound will be monaural.

After connecting

Set the channel switch on the RFU adaptor and the channel selector of your TV to VHF channel CH 3 or CH 4, whichever is not active in your area.

To antenna input

Connect directly

To AV MULTI OUT connector

Connecting to a TV with component video input connectors

If your monitor or projector has component video input connectors (Y, CB/PB, CR/PR), connect your PlayStation®2 console using the SCPH-10100 U component AV cable (for PlayStation®2) (sold separately). This will provide the best picture.

Before connecting

If 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.”

Note

The PlayStation®2 console is not compatible with HDTV unless the proper software and connecting devices are used. Refer to the instruction manual for your TV for details.

To audio input

To component video input connectors

To AV MULTI OUT connector

When turning on the console for the first time

The initial setup screen appears. Set “Language,” “Time Zone” and “Daylight Savings Time (Summer Time)” according to the instructions on the screen.

Settings can be adjusted later in the System Configuration menu. For details, see menu” on page 9.

“Using the System Configuration

Connection

Connecting digital audio components

Connecting other digital devices

This section explains how to connect the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system 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 connector

Use 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 9.

Rear panel

Receiver or amplifier, MD deck or DAT deck

DIGITAL INPUT

OPTICAL

DIGITAL OUT

(OPTICAL)

MAIN POWER

AV MULTI OUT

AC IN

Notes

• Refer also to the instructions supplied with the component to be connected.

• You cannot directly make digital audio recordings of discs recorded in Dolby Digital format or DTS format using an MD or a DAT deck.

Connecting to an audio component with a built-in DTS* or Dolby Digital** decoder (DVD video only)

By connecting to audio equipment with a builtin DTS or Dolby Digital decoder (sold separately), you can playback sound recorded on your DVD video in Dolby Digital (AC-3) or DTS format to reproduce the effect of listening in a movie theater or concert hall.

Connect the component via the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector using an optical digital cable (sold separately).

console

Optical digital cable (sold separately)

Speakers

PlayStation

Audio component with a built-in DTS or Dolby Digital decoder

Setups for the DVD player on your PlayStation

2 console

Some setup adjustments are necessary for the DVD player depending on the components to be connected. For details on using the Setup display, see page

17.

• When you connect an audio component 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 component 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.

Note

Refer to the operating and setup instructions for the audio components to be connected.

* “DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital

Theater Systems, Inc.

** Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

Connecting a device using the i.LINK interface

The S400 i.LINK connector on the front of the console can be used to connect an i.LINKcompatible (IEEE 1394) device. Refer also to the instructions supplied with the device to be connected.

The S400 i.LINK connector does not supply power to external devices. Some external devices that require power from the S400 i.LINK connector will not function properly when connected to the PlayStation®2 console.

The PlayStation®2 S400 i.LINK connector supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps. However, the actual transfer rate will vary, depending upon the transfer rate of the connected i.LINK-compatible device.

S400 i.LINK connector

Note

Not all i.LINK products work with the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system. Refer also to the appropriate i.LINK product’s user manual for more information.

i.LINK is a trademarked version of the IEEE 1394-1995 standard and its revisions. i.LINK and the i.LINK logo “

” are trademarks.

Connecting a device using the Universal Serial Bus (USB) interface

The 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.

USB connectors

Note

Not all USB-compatible products work with the PlayStation appropriate USB-compatible product’s user manual for more information.

2 computer entertainment system. See the

Using the Main menu

When turning on the console without first inserting a disc, the Main menu appears on the TV screen.

You can move to the System Configuration menu or the Browser screen from the Main menu.

Using the System Configuration menu

Using the System Configuration menu, you can change or update your system settings for the PlayStation®2 console. These settings are not canceled when you turn off the console.

1...... Select “System Configuration” using the

up and down directional buttons and press the ✕ button. The System Configuration menu appears on the TV screen.

2...... Select the item you want using the up and

down directional buttons and press the ✕ button.

The default settings are underlined.

x Clock Adjustment

Sets the clock.

1...... Use the up and down directional buttons

to set the month and then press the right directional button. Use the same method to set the day, year, hour, minute and second. To return to the previous menu, press the left directional button.

2...... Press the ✕ button in time with an

accurate clock.

You can select optional settings for the clock

Select “Clock Adjustment” using the up and down directional buttons and press the ¢ button. You can set the optional items.

Time Format

•12 hour clock

•24 hour clock

Date Format

•MM/DD/YYYY

•DD/MM/YYYY

•YYYY/MM/DD

Time Zone

Select your country or region to set the time zone.

Daylight Savings Time (Summer Time)

Set this item to “Daylight Savings Time (Summer Time)” when daylight savings time is in effect.

•Standard (Winter Time)

•Daylight Savings (Summer Time)

x Screen Size

Selects 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 widescreen TV to the console.

x DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)

Selects whether to output signal via 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 Out

If your TV, monitor or projector has a 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.

•RGB : select this when you connect the console to the RGB input connector.

Note

You can output PlayStation® and PlayStation®2 format software in either RGB or Y Cb/Pb Cr/Pr format. However, the PlayStation override the “Component Video Out” setting in the System Configuration menu and output all DVD video software in Y Cb/Pb Cr/Pr.

2 console has been designed to

x Language

Selects the language for the on-screen display.

•English

•French

•Spanish

•German

•Italian

•Dutch

•Portuguese

Using the Browser screen

You can do the following operations using the Browser screen.

•Checking/copying/deleting game data on the memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) or memory card

•Starting PlayStation® or PlayStation®2 format software

•Playing an audio CD

•Playing a DVD video

Select “Browser” using the up and down directional buttons and press the ✕ button. The Browser screen appears on the TV screen. The memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2), memory card or discs inserted in the console are displayed as icons.

Checking/copying/deleting game data

You can copy game 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 game data of the PlayStation®2 format software to the SCPH1020 U 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 game data you want to check/copy/ delete is saved, and then press the ✕ button.

2...... Check/copy/delete game data according

to the instructions on the screen.

Note

While copying or deleting game data, do not remove the memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation

2) or memory card.

Checking version information

You can check the version of the console, Browser, CD Player, PlayStation DVD Player. Press the ¢ button in the Main menu.

Auto-diagnosis feature

The PlayStation console settings for best possible disc playback. However, you can also manually start the autodiagnosis feature whenever necessary.

2 console automatically adjusts

1...... Select “Console” using the up and down

directional buttons and press the ¢ button.

2...... Select “On” using the up and down

directional buttons and press the ✕ button.

3...... Insert a disc.

The console automatically starts the diagnosis.

Note

The diagnosis setting automatically returns to “Off” (default setting) when you press the 1/RESET button or start playing a PlayStation format disc or a DVD video disc.

format disc, PlayStation®2

Setting the PlayStation® Driver

The PlayStation® Driver is a program for loading PlayStation® format software.

1...... Select “PlayStation

and down directional buttons and press the ¢ button.

2...... Select the item you want using the up and

down directional buttons and press the ✕ button.

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.”

Note

The “PlayStation® Driver” setting automatically returns to “Standard” (default setting) when you press the 1/RESET button or turn off the console.

Driver and

Driver” using the up

Connection

1,3

Playing a game

Starting a game

Turn on the console using the MAIN POWER switch on the back of the console.

The 1 (standby) indicator on the front of the console lights up in red to indicate that the console is now in standby mode.

Press the 1 (standby) /RESET button.

The 1 indicator turns green and the start-up screen appears.

Plug the analog controller (DUALSHOCK controller (DUALSHOCK the console.

®2) or analog

®) into

Press the A (open) button.

The disc tray opens.

Place a disc on the disc tray with the label side facing up (data side down).

Press the A button.

The disc tray closes. Screen 2 or 3 appears and the game is ready to begin.

Note

Set the analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2) or analog controller (DUALSHOCK the software (page 11). See the appropriate software manual for details.

®) to the appropriate mode for

Screens that appear at start-up

When turning on the console without first inserting a disc

Screen 1 appears.

•When you insert a PlayStation®2 or PlayStation® format disc after screen 1 has appeared, screen 2 or 3 will appear and you can start the game.

•You can move to the System Configuration menu or the Browser screen from screen 1. (For details, see “Using the Main menu” on page 9.)

When turning on the console with a disc already inserted

Depending on the type of disc inserted, screen 2, 3 or 4 will appear. If screen 4 appears, it is possible that the inserted disc is not a PlayStation® or PlayStation®2 format disc. Check the disc type (page 3).

1 No disc is inserted (Main menu).

PlayStation® format CD-ROM is inserted.

4 A disc that cannot be played with the

PlayStation

2 console is inserted.

Ending a game

1...... Press the A button.

The disc tray opens.

4,6

Restarting a game

Press the 1/RESET button very briefly. (Be sure not to hold the button down for any length of time, as that will put the console in standby mode.) Be careful not to accidentally press the 1/ RESET button while playing a game, or the game will restart.

2 PlayStation

CD-ROM is inserted.

2 format DVD-ROM /

2...... Remove the disc.

3...... Press the A button.

The disc tray closes.

4...... Press the 1/RESET button for about two

seconds. The 1 indicator turns red and the console enters standby mode.

Using the analog controller

When not intending to play a game for an extended period of time

Turn the power off at the MAIN POWER switch on the back of the console, and disconnect the AC power plug from the electrical socket.

Changing from one game to another

There is no need to turn off the console when you want to change games.

1...... Press the A button.

The disc tray opens.

2...... Remove the disc.

3...... Place a new disc in the disc tray.

4...... Press the A button.

The disc tray closes.

5...... Press the 1/RESET button briefly to reset.

(Warning: holding the 1/RESET button down for any length of time may cause the console to go into standby mode.) After the start-up screen, screen 2 or 3 appears and the game begins.

Differences between the analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2) and analog controller (DUALSHOCK®)

1 Analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2)

(supplied / sold separately)

•The analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2) can be used with PlayStation®2 and PlayStation format software.

•You can switch between digital and analog modes. When the controller is in analog mode, the following buttons and sticks may operate in analog fashion depending on the features supported by the software title. Refer to the software manual for details.

PlayStation®2 format software

Directional buttons / ¢ , a , ✕ , s buttons / left analog stick / right analog stick / L1, R1, L2, R2 buttons

PlayStation® format software

Left analog stick / right analog stick

•You can enjoy the vibration function.

2 Analog controller (DUALSHOCK®)

(sold separately)

•The analog controller (DUALSHOCK®) can be used with PlayStation®2 and PlayStation format software.

•You can switch between digital and analog modes. When in analog mode, you can enjoy the analog operation of the left analog stick and right analog stick.

PlayStation®2 format software

Left analog stick / right analog stick

PlayStation® format software

Left analog stick / right analog stick

•You can enjoy the vibration function.

Mode switching and the mode indicator

The analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2) and analog controller (DUALSHOCK®) can be switched between two modes by pressing the ANALOG mode button. Each time the ANALOG mode button is pressed, the mode changes as follows:

Digital mode (indicator: off)

Analog mode (indicator: red)

Note

Switch to the appropriate mode for use. Note however, that some software makes this adjustment automatically. In such cases, the ANALOG mode button is overridden by the software. For details, refer to the software manual.

Vibration function

The analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2) and analog controller (DUALSHOCK®) both feature a vibration function when the function is supported by the software title. The vibration function can be set to ON or OFF on the software option screen.

Notes

• When the analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2) and analog controller (DUALSHOCK turn the console off or unplug the controller from the console.

• Before using the vibration function, please read “ on safety when using the (DUALSHOCK (DUALSHOCK

®2) and analog controller ®)

”

on page 2.

Before using the

®) is not being used,

Notes

analog controller

analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2) and analog controller (DUALSHOCK®)

Rotate the analog sticks once with your thumbs as if drawing a circle, as shown in the diagram above. Do not twist the analog sticks.

Games / Audio CDs

1,4

2,3

Note

With a multi-disc game, follow steps 1 through 4 to switch discs. Refer to the software manual for details.

L1 button

Directional buttons

ANALOG mode button

L2 button R2 button

SELECT button

START button

R1 button

¢ button

a button

✕ button

s button Mode indicator: Off

Analog mode (indicator: red)Digital mode (indicator: off)

L1 button

Directional buttons

Left analog stick / L3 button*

* The R3 button and the L3 button function when the stick is pressed.

L2 button R2 button

SELECT button

ANALOG mode button

START button

Mode indicator: Red

R1 button

¢ button

a button

✕ button

s button Right analog stick /

R3 button*

Using memory cards

Playing an audio CD

You can save and load game or other data using the memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) or memory card (each sold separately).

Differences between the memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) and memory card

When playing PlayStation®2 format software, use the memory card (8MB*) (for PlayStation®2) (1). When playing PlayStation® format software, use the memory card (2).

For the PlayStation® game console, units of game data are described as “memory blocks,” however for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, they are described as “KB” (kilobytes).

*8 MB = 8,000 KB

1 Memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2)

(sold separately)

The memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) can save and load PlayStation®2 format software game data. Each memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) can save about 8MB of game data, but some of this may be used as file control information.

2 Memory card (sold separately)

The memory card can save and load PlayStation® format software game data. Each memory card can save 120 KB (15 memory blocks) of game data.

Note

You cannot copy data to a memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) or memory card that does not have enough memory available. Before playing, check how much space is needed to save the game and how much space is available on the memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) or memory card. Check the appropriate software manual to determine the amount of space needed to save the data for a given game.

created by Sony Corp. This

is a copyrighted anti-copying technology

necessarily imply compatibility with other products bearing the “MAGICGATE” trademark.

mark does not

Inserting

the memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) and memory card

Insert the memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) or the memory card into the MEMORY CARD slot, with the arrow side up.

MEMORY CARD slot 2MEMORY CARD slot 1

Notes on using the memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation multitap

•When using PlayStation®2 format software,

use the SCPH-10090 U multitap (for PlayStation®2). When using PlayStation® format software, use the SCPH-1070 U multitap.

•When you insert the SCPH-1070 U multitap into

controller port 1, do not insert the memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) or memory card into MEMORY CARD slot 1 of the PlayStation®2 console. This also applies when you insert a multitap into controller port 2. If you do so, the data may be lost.

2) or memory card with a

Copying/deleting game data

You can check, copy and delete game data in the Browser screen. For details on the browser, see “Checking/copying/deleting game data” on page 9.

Note

You cannot save or load game data in the Browser screen. For details on game data saving or loading, refer to the software manual.

Playing an audio CD

Press the A (open) button.

The disc tray opens.

Place a disc on the disc tray with the label side facing up (data side down).

Press the A button.

The disc tray closes.

Select the audio CD icon in the

Browser screen (page 9), then press the ✕ button.

The “Audio CD” screen appears.

Select the icon number using

the directional buttons, then press the ✕ button.

The CD operation screen appears and playback starts.

Operating the CD player

While a disc is playing, select the button in the CD operation screen using the right and left directional buttons. Then press the ✕ button.

N Start playing. X Pause. x Stop playing. . Find the beginning of the current or

previous track.

M Fast Forward. m Rewind. > Find the beginning of the next track.

Playing in various modes

You can change between various play modes. As a default setting, ”Normal” is selected for “Play mode,” and “Off” is selected for “Repeat.”

Select the audio CD icon in the Browser screen, then press the f button to change the settings.

To play the desired tracks in a specified order

1 ... Select “Play mode” using the up and

down directional buttons and press the ✕ button.

2......

Select “Program” using the right and left directional buttons and press the ✕ button.

3...... Select the number of the specific track

using the directional buttons then press the ✕ button. Repeat this step until you have selected all the tracks you want to play.

4...... Press the a button to return to the

Browser screen.

To play the tracks in random order

1...... Select “Play mode” using the up and

down directional buttons and press the ✕ button.

2......

Select “Shuffle” using the right and left directional buttons and press the ✕ button.

3...... Press the a button to return to the

Browser screen.

To play all tracks repeatedly

1...... Select “Repeat” using the up and down

directional buttons and press the ✕ button.

......

Select “All” using the right and left directional buttons and press the ✕ button.

3...... Press the a button to return to the

Browser screen.

To play a track repeatedly

1...... Select “Repeat” using the up and down

directional buttons and press the ✕ button.

2......

Select “1” using the right and left directional buttons and press the ✕ button.

3...... Press the a button to return to the

Browser screen.

Playing a DVD video

Depending on the DVD video, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the instructions supplied with your disc.

Turn on the console using the MAIN POWER switch on the back of the console.

The 1 (standby) indicator on the front of the console lights up in red to indicate that the console is now in standby mode.

Press the 1 (standby) /RESET

button.

The 1 indicator turns green and the start-up screen appears.

Press the A (open) button.

The disc tray opens.

Place a disc on the disc tray with the label side facing up (data side down).

Press the A button.

The disc tray closes and the console starts playback.

Notes

• Depending on the DVD, a DVD menu or Title menu may appear on the TV screen (see page 15).

• If you press the A button after playback, the Browser screen appears.

If you experience problems playing a DVD video:

In rare instances, certain DVD videos may not operate properly with PlayStation variations in the manufacturing process or software encoding of the DVD video software. If you experience problems, try restarting your DVD video. If problems persist, for more information call the publisher of the DVD video or contact SCEA's customer service.

®2. This is primarily due to

Operating the DVD player directly with a controller

You can operate the DVD player directly with the buttons on a controller when the Control Panel (page 14) is not displayed. You can also operate the DVD player using the DVD remote control (for PlayStation®2) (sold separately). For detailed instructions, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the SCPH-10171 DVD remote control (for PlayStation®2) with IR receiver unit.

This console is equipped with DVD Player software that is compatible with the DVD remote control (for PlayStation®2). You can use the DVD remote control simply by inserting the IR receiver unit (supplied with the DVD remote control) into a controller port of the console. No memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) is required when using the DVD remote control (for PlayStation®2) with this console.

L2 button: (Search) (Page 16)

L1 button: . (Previous)

DUALSHOCK

Directional buttons: Cursor control

L3 button*: (Subtitle Options) (Page 15)

SELECT button: Display the Control Panel (Page 14)

* When using a controller without the L3 or R3 button, select the (Subtitle Options) function or the (Audio Options)

function using the Control Panel (see page 14).

Stop

Pause

Resume play after pause

Go to the next chapter in continuous play mode

Go back to the preceding chapter in continuous play mode

You can also operate various DVD functions using the on-screen menu (Control Panel). For details, see “Using the Control Panel” (page 14).

Operation

Press the a button.

Press the START button.

Press the R1 button.

Press the L1 button twice.

R2 button: (Search) (Page 16)

R1 button: > (Next)

¢ button: (Page 15)

a button: Cancel / x (Stop)

✕ button: Enter

s button: (Page 15)

R3 button*: (Page 15)

START button: N (Play) / X (Pause)

(DVD Menu)

(Title Menu)

(Audio Options)

Playback from the last stopping point (Resume Play)

The DVD player remembers the point where you stopped the disc, and you can resume playback from that point.

1...... While playing a disc, press the a button to

stop playback.

“Press [Play] to resume viewing. To start from the beginning, press [Stop] and then [Play].” appears, and then the Control Panel (page 14) is displayed on the TV screen. If the message “Resume function cannot be used here. Play will restart from the beginning.” appears, Resume Play is not available.

2...... Select N (Play) using the directional

buttons and press the ✕ button.

The DVD player starts playback from the point where you stopped the disc in step 1.

To play from the beginning of the disc

After step 1, select x (Stop) and press the ✕ button. The point where you stopped playing is cleared. Select N (Play) and press the ✕ button.

Notes

• Resume Play may not be available on some DVDs.

• Depending on where you stop the disc, the console may resume playback from a slightly different point.

• The point where you stopped playing is cleared when: – you open the disc tray – you shift to standby mode by pressing and holding

down the 1/RESET button on the front of the console

– you turn the power off using the MAIN POWER

switch on the back of the console

– you start playback after selecting a title or chapter.

Games / Audio CDs / DVD videos

Using the Control Panel

You can enjoy various functions using the onscreen menu (Control Panel). The possible functions are different depending on the disc.

Press the SELECT button.

The Control Panel appears on the TV screen.

Select the item you want using the directional buttons.

Press the ✕ button.

For details on each Control Panel display item, see pages 15 - 20.

You can select some items directly with the controller

See page 13.

Control Panel item list

1 DVD Menu (page 15)

Some DVDs allow you to select the disc contents using a menu. When you play these DVDs, you can select the language for the subtitles, the language for the sound, etc., using the DVD menu.

2 Title Menu (page 15)

A DVD is divided into long sections of a movie or a music feature called “titles.” When you play a DVD that contains several titles, you can select the title you want using the Title menu.

3 O Return (page 15)

You can return to the previous screen in the DVD menu or Title menu.

4 Audio Options (page 15)

If the DVD is recorded with multilingual tracks, you can select the language you want to hear while playing the DVD.

5 Angle Options (page 15)

With DVDs on which various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded, you can select among the various angles available.

6 Subtitle Options (page 15)

With DVDs on which subtitles are recorded, you can change the language whenever you want while playing the DVD, and turn it on and off whenever you want.

7 Go to Title (page 16)

You can select the number of the title you want to search for.

8 Setup (page 17)

Using the Setup display, you can do the initial setup, adjust the picture and sound and set the various outputs. You can also set a language for the subtitles and the Setup display, restrict playback by children, and so on.

9 Chapter Display (page 16)

While playing a disc, you can check the current title number and current chapter number on the TV screen.

0 Help (page 16)

The list of the direct buttons on the controller is displayed on the TV screen.

qa Go to Chapter (page 16) /Number buttons

You can select the number of the chapter you want to search for.

qs . Previous

You can go to the previous chapter in continuous play mode.

qd / Search (page 16)

You can locate a particular point on the DVD quickly by monitoring the picture.

qf > Next

You can go to the next chapter in continuous play mode.

qg N Play

qh X Pause

qj x Stop

qk Slow (page 16)

You can locate a point on the DVD slowly by watching the screen.

Using the DVD menu

Some DVDs allow you to select the disc contents using a menu. When you play these DVDs, you can select the language for the subtitles, the language for the sound, etc., using the DVD menu.

1...... Select (DVD Menu) using the

directional buttons and press the ✕ button.

The DVD menu appears on the TV screen. The contents of the menu vary from disc to disc.

2...... Press the directional buttons to select the

item you want to change.

3...... To change other items, repeat step 2.

4...... Press the ✕ button.

You can display the DVD menu directly

Press the ¢ button on the controller when the Control Panel is not displayed.

If you want to select the language for the DVD menu

You can change this setting by choosing “Language Setup” and then “DVD Menu.” For details, see page 18.

To return to the previous screen in the DVD menu

Select O (Return) and press the ✕ button. This function may not be available on some DVDs.

Notes

•A DVD menu may not be available on some DVDs.

• Depending on the DVD, the “DVD menu” may be referred to as a “menu” in the instructions supplied with the disc.

Using the Title menu

A DVD is divided into long sections of a movie or a music feature called “titles.” When you play a DVD which contains several titles, you can select the title you want using the Title menu.

1...... Select (Title Menu) using the

directional buttons and press the ✕ button.

The Title menu appears on the TV screen. The contents of the menu vary from disc to disc.

2...... Press the directional buttons to select the

title you want to play.

3...... Press the ✕ button.

The console starts playing the selected title.

You can display the Title menu directly

Press the s button on the controller when the Control Panel is not displayed.

To return to the previous screen in the Title menu

Select O (Return) and press the ✕ button. This function may not be available on some DVDs.

Notes

• On some DVDs, you may not be able to select the title.

• On some DVDs, the “Title menu” may be referred to as a “menu” or “title” in the instructions supplied with the disc. “Press ENTER.” may also be expressed as “Press SELECT.”

Changing the audio language

If the DVD is recorded with multilingual tracks, you can select the language you want to hear when playing the DVD. The languages you can select are different depending on the DVD.

Select (Audio Options) using the directional buttons and press the ✕ button.

Each time you press the ✕ button, the language changes.

You can select “Audio Options” directly

Press the R3 button on the controller when the Control Panel is not displayed. Each time you press the button, the language changes.

Notes

• Due to the programming on some DVDs, you may not be able to change languages even if multilingual tracks are recorded on the DVD.

• When playing a DVD, the audio settings may change when you change titles.

Changing the viewing angle

With DVDs on which various angles (multiangles) for a scene are recorded, you can change the angles. For example, while playing a scene of a train in motion, you can display the view from either the front of the train, the left window of the train or from the right window without having the train’s movement interrupted.

Select (Angle Options) using the directional buttons and press the ✕ button.

Each time you press the ✕ button, the angle changes.

Notes

• The number of angles varies from disc to disc or from scene to scene. The number of angles that can be changed on a scene is equal to the number of angles recorded for that scene.

• Due to the programming on some DVDs, you may not be able to change angles even if multiple angles are recorded on the DVD.

Displaying subtitles

With DVDs on which subtitles are recorded, you can turn the subtitles on and off whenever you want while playing the DVD. With DVDs on which multilingual subtitles are recorded, you can also change the subtitle language whenever you want while playing the DVD. For example, you can select the language you want to practice and turn the subtitles on for better understanding.

Select (Subtitle Options) using the directional buttons and press the ✕ button.

You can select the subtitle language, and turn it on or off. The languages you can select are different depending on the DVD.

You can select “Subtitle Options” directly

Press the L3 button on the controller when the Control Panel is not displayed. You can select the subtitle language, and turn it on or off.

Notes

• When playing a DVD on which no subtitles are recorded, no subtitles appear.

• Due to the programming on some DVDs, you may not be able to turn the subtitles on even if there are subtitles recorded on the DVD.

• Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to turn the subtitles off.

• The type and number of languages for subtitles vary from disc to disc.

• Due to the programming on some DVDs, you may not be able to change the subtitles even if multilingual subtitles are recorded on the DVD.

• When playing a DVD, the subtitle settings may change when you change titles.

DVD videos

Using the Control Panel (continued)

Searching for a title

You can select the number of the title you want to search for using the number buttons.

1...... Select (Go to Title) using the

directional buttons and press the ✕ button.

“Go to Title - -” appears on the TV screen.

2...... Enter the number of the title in 2 digits

using the number buttons.

The DVD player starts playback at the selected title.

Displaying information while playing a disc

While playing a disc, you can check the current title number and current chapter number on the TV screen.

Select (Chapter Display) using the directional buttons and press the ✕ button.

Each time you press the ✕ button, you can turn the display on and off.

Displaying the list of direct button functions (Help)

The list of the direct buttons on the controller can be displayed on the TV screen.

Select (Help) using the directional buttons and press the ✕ button.

To turn off the list

Press the ✕ button.

Searching for a chapter

You can select the number of the chapter you want to search for using the number buttons.

Enter the number of the chapter in 2 digits using the number buttons.

The DVD player starts playback at the selected chapter.

Finding a particular point on a disc (Search)

You can locate a particular point on a disc quickly by monitoring the picture or playing back slowly.

Note

Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to do some of the operations described.

Locating a point quickly (Search)

1...... While a disc is playing, select (Search

forward) or (Search backward) using the directional buttons.

2...... Keep the ✕ button pressed until you locate

the point you are looking for.

When you find the point you want, release the button to return to normal playback speed.

You can also use the direct buttons

Press the R2 (forward) or L2 (backward) buttons on the controller when the Control Panel is not displayed.

Locating a point slowly by watching the screen (Slow-motion play)

1...... While a disc is playing, select (Slow)

using the directional buttons.

2...... Press the ✕ button.

Slow-motion playback starts. When you find the point you want, select N (Play) and press the ✕ button to return to the normal speed. You can also resume playback by pressing the START button.

Settings and adjustments for the DVD player

Using the Setup display

Using the Setup display, you can change the initial settings, adjust the picture and sound and set various other output options. You can also choose a language for subtitles, restrict playback by children, and so on.

Press the SELECT button to show the Control Panel on the TV screen.

Select (Setup) using the directional buttons and press the ✕ button.

The Setup display appears on the TV screen.

Select the category you want using the directional buttons.

Press the ✕ button.

The selected category is highlighted.

Select the item you want using

the directional buttons.

Setup display item list

The default settings are underlined.

DVD videos

Press the ✕ button.

After changing DVD settings

To save your changes, be sure to eject the DVD before pressing the 1/RESET button or turning off the unit with the MAIN POWER switch. Please note that changes will not be saved if you reset or turn off the console without first ejecting the DVD.

Settings and adjustments (continued)

Setting language options (Language Setup)

“Language Setup” allows you to choose from among various languages for the on-screen display or audio track. The default settings are underlined.

Select “Language Setup” in the Setup display.

Notes

• When you select a language that is not recorded on the DVD, one of the recorded languages is automatically selected for the “DVD Menu,” “Audio” and “Subtitles” settings.

• Depending on the DVD, the console may not start playing the language you have selected in the “DVD Menu,” “Audio” or “Subtitles.”

x OSD

Selects the language for the on-screen display.

• English

• French

• German

• Italian

• Spanish

• Dutch

• Portuguese

x DVD Menu

Selects the language for the DVD menu.

• English

• French

• German

• Italian

• Spanish

• Dutch

• Danish

• Swedish

• Finnish

• Norwegian

• Portuguese

• Russian

• Chinese

• Japanese

• Language Options When you select “Language Options,” the language list is displayed. Select the language from the list.

x Audio

Selects the language for the audio track.

• English

• French

• German

• Italian

• Spanish

• Dutch

• Danish

• Swedish

• Finnish

• Norwegian

• Portuguese

• Russian

• Chinese

• Japanese

• Language Options

When you select “Language Options,” the language list is displayed. Select the language from the list.

x Subtitles

Selects the language for the subtitles.

• Audio Follow*

• English

• French

• German

• Italian

• Spanish

• Dutch

• Danish

• Swedish

• Finnish

• Norwegian

• Portuguese

• Russian

• Chinese

• Japanese

• Language Options When you select “Language Options,” the language list is displayed. Select the language from the list.

* When you select “Audio Follow,” the language for the

subtitles changes according to the language you selected for the audio track.

After changing DVD settings

Setting TV display options (Screen Setup)

“Screen Setup” allows you to set various options for your TV display. The default settings are underlined.

Select “Screen Setup” in the Setup display.

x TV Type

Selects the aspect ratio of the TV to be connected. You can change this setting only when the DVD is stopped.

• 16:9: Select this option when using a widescreen TV, or a standard TV that displays in wide mode.

• 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. Displays a wide picture adjusted to match the height of the screen, automatically cutting off the portions at left and right that do not fit.

16:9

4:3 Letter Box

4:3 PAN SCAN

Note

Depending on the DVD, “4:3 Letter Box“ may be selected automatically instead of “4:3 PAN SCAN” and vice versa.

x DNR (Digital Noise Reduction)

If the playback picture has noise or interference, set this item to “DNR1” or “DNR2.”

• Off: Normally select this position.

• DNR1: makes the picture clear by reducing noise.

• DNR2: makes the picture even clearer by reducing noise.

Notes

• When you select “DNR2,” an afterimage may appear. In this case, select ”Off.”

• Depending on the DVD, the DNR function may produce limited results.

x Outline Sharpening

Makes the outline of the picture sharpened or softened. The higher the value, the sharper the outline.

•+2

•+1

• 0 : Normally select this position.

•-1

•-2

x Display

Displays or turns off the playing status information on the TV screen.

• On : When you operate the DVD player, the playing status appears for a few seconds on the TV screen.

• Off : The playing status is not displayed.

After changing DVD settings

Setting viewer options (Custom Setup)

“Custom Setup” allows you to set the playback conditions. The default settings are underlined.

Select “Custom Setup” in the Setup display.

x Pause Mode

Selects the picture in pause mode.

• Auto : A picture, including subjects that move dynamically, is output without any jitter. Normally select this position.

• Frame : A picture including subjects that do not move dynamically is output with high resolution.

x Parental Control

Playback of some DVDs can be restricted. The Parental Control function allows you to set a playback restriction level and a password to prevent children from viewing certain content.

Select “Custom Setup” in the Setup display.

1...... Select “Parental Control” using the

directional buttons, then press the ✕ button.

x When you have not entered a password

The display for entering a password appears.

x When you have already registered a

password

The display for confirming the password appears. Skip step 2.

2...... Enter a password in 4 digits using the

number buttons.

3...... To confirm your password, enter it again

using the number buttons.

You can set the Parental Control level and change the password.

4...... Select “Region” using the directional

buttons, then press the ✕ button.

5...... Select a geographic region to set the

standard Parental Control level for that region using the directional buttons, then press the ✕ button.

6...... Select “Level” using the directional

buttons, then press the ✕ button.

7...... Select the level you want using the

directional buttons, then press the ✕ button.

The lower the value, the more strict the restriction.

To turn off the Parental Control function and play the DVD after entering your password

Set “Level” to “Off” in step 7, then press the ✕ button.

To change the password

1...... After step 3, select “Change Password”

using the directional buttons, then press the ✕ button.

The display for changing the password appears.

2...... Follow steps 2 and 3 to enter a new

password.

Playing a disc which is protected by Parental Control

1...... Insert the disc and press the START

button.

The Parental Control display appears.

2...... Enter your 4-digit password using the

number buttons.

The DVD player starts playback. When you stop playing the DVD, the Parental Control level returns to the original setting.

If you forget your password

Press the SELECT button and enter the 4-digit number “7444” whenever the Parental Control display asks you for your password. The old password is deleted.

Notes

• When you play DVDs that do not have the Parental Control function, playback cannot be restricted on this DVD player.

• If you do not set a password, you cannot change the Parental Control settings.

• Depending on the DVD, you may be asked to change the Parental Control level while playing the disc. In this case, enter your password, then change the level. When you stop playing the DVD, the Parental Control level returns to the original setting.

DVD videos

After changing DVD settings

Settings and adjustments (continued)

Setting sound options (Audio Setup)

“Audio Setup” allows you to adjust your audio settings according to the playback conditions. The default settings are underlined.

Select “Audio Setup” in the Setup display.

x Audio Digital Out

Switches the methods of outputting audio signals when you, connect 1. a digital component such as a receiver (amplifier) with a digital connector, 2. an audio component with a built-in decoder (Dolby Digital or DTS), 3. a DAT or MD deck, via the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector using an optical digital cable. For connection details, see page 8. You cannot adjust “Dolby Digital” and “DTS” if you set “DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)” to “Off.”

x DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)

Selects whether to output signal via the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector.

• On : select this when you connect with an optical digital cable (sold separately). Normally select this option. When you select “On,” you can set “Dolby Digital” and “DTS.”

• Off : select this when you do not want sound signal to be output via the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector.

Note

When you select “Off,” you cannot set “Dolby Digital” and “DTS.”

x Dolby Digital

Selects the Dolby Digital signals to be output via the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector.

• On : when the console is connected to an audio component with a built-in Dolby Digital decoder. If the console is connected to an audio component without a built-in Dolby Digital decoder, do not turn this option on. If you select this option by mistake, when you play a Dolby Digital audio track, a loud noise (or no sound) will come out from the speakers, possibly hurting your ears or damaging the speakers.

• Off : when the console is connected to an audio component without a built-in Dolby Digital decoder.

x DTS

Selects the DTS signals to be output via the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector.

• On : when the console is connected to an audio component with a built-in DTS decoder. If the console is connected to an audio component without a built-in DTS decoder, do not turn this option on. If you select this option by mistake, when you play a DTS audio track, a loud noise (or no sound) will come out from the speakers, possibly hurting your ears or damaging the speakers.

• Off : when the console is connected to an audio component without a built-in DTS decoder.

x Audio Track Auto Select Mode

Gives the audio track which contains the highest number of channels priority when you play a DVD on which multiple audio formats (PCM, DTS or Dolby Digital format) are recorded.

• On : Priority given.

• Off : No priority given.

Notes

• When you set this item to “On,” the language may change depending on the “Audio” settings in “Language Setup.”

The “Audio Track Auto Select Mode“ setting has

higher priority than the “Audio” settings in “Language Setup” (page 18).

• If you set “DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)” to “On” and “DTS” to “Off” in “Audio Setup,” the DTS audio track is not played even if you set this item to “On” and the highest-numbered audio channel is recorded in DTS format.

• If PCM, DTS and Dolby Digital audio tracks have the same number of channels, the console selects PCM, Dolby Digital and DTS audio tracks in this order.

• Depending on the DVD, the audio channel with priority may be predetermined. In this case, you cannot give priority to the DTS or Dolby Digital format by selecting “On.”

x DVD Video Volume

If the audio output level of the DVD is low, you can turn up the volume of the DVD. (Note: DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) must be set to “Off” to access this function.)

• +2 : You can turn up the volume.

• +1 : You can turn up the volume.

• Standard : Original audio volume. Normally select this position.

Note

Depending on the DVD, the sound may be distorted if you select “+1” or “+2.”

After changing DVD settings

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Troubleshooting

Please go through this section if you experience difficulty in operating the PlayStation®2 console.

1 If you experience any of the following

difficulties, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repair. Should any problem persist, contact our technical support line at 1-800-345-7669 for assistance.

2 Make sure the AC power cord is

connected to the console and the wall outlet, and the TV (or VCR) or the supplied accessories are connected to the console correctly.

Power

The power is not turned on.

, Make sure the AC power cord is connected

securely.

, The console is not turned on. Turn on the

console using the MAIN POWER switch on the back of the console.

Picture

There is no picture.

, Make sure the console is connected to the

TV (or VCR) with the AV cable (integrated audio/video).

Make sure the console and the TV (or VCR) are turned on.

, Make sure you have selected the video

input on the TV (or VCR).

, Make sure the AV cable (integrated audio/

video) is connected securely.

, Make sure the inserted disc can be played

with this console. (see page 3)

, Make sure the disc is placed with the label

side facing up (data side down).

, The disc is not inserted correctly. , The console is in pause mode. , Try another set of AV cables .

Picture noise appears.

, Clean the disc. , Moisture has condensed inside the console.

(see page 2)

, The console is placed on an unstable

surface. Place the console on a stable and flat surface. Do not shake or vibrate the console.

, If the video signal from the console has to

go through the VCR to get to the TV, the copy protection applied to some DVD videos could affect picture quality. When playing a DVD video, connect the console to the TV directly. (see page 7)

The aspect ratio cannot be changed according to the TV when playing wide picture DVD videos.

, Depending on the disc, the aspect ratio is

fixed.

, Make sure the console is connected to the

TV directly. (The selector or receiver (amplifier) may not be connected between the console and the TV.)

, Depending on the TV, the aspect ratio is

fixed.

Sound

There is no sound.

, Make sure the console is connected to the

TV (or VCR) with the AV cable (integrated audio/video).

, Make sure the console and the TV (or VCR)

are turned on.

, Make sure you have selected the video

input on the TV (or VCR).

, Make sure the TV volume is set properly or

“mute” is not selected on the TV.

, Make sure the AV cable (integrated audio/

video) is connected securely.

, Make sure the inserted disc can be played

with this console. (see page 3)

, Make sure the disc is placed with the label

side facing up (data side down).

, Make sure you have connected the console

to the audio input connectors on the receiver (amplifier) correctly.

, Try another set of AV cables. , Check the speaker connections and

settings. Refer to the operating manual of your receiver (amplifier).

, Make sure you select the appropriate input

on the receiver (amplifier) so that you can listen to sound from the console.

, The console is in pause mode. , The console is in search/slow-motion mode

(when playing a DVD video).

, The system setting is not correct for when

the console is connected to audio equipment with DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connectors. (see page 8)

Poor sound quality.

, Clean the disc. ,

The console is placed on an unstable surface. Place the console on a stable and flat surface. Do not shake or vibrate the console.

, Moisture has condensed on the disc. (see

page 2)

, You are playing a CD with DTS audio

tracks. You can play a CD with DTS audio tracks only when the console is connected to audio equipment with a DTS decoder.

The surround effect is difficult to hear when you are playing a DVD video with a Dolby Digital audio track.

, Check the speaker connections and

settings. Refer to the operating manual of your receiver (amplifier).

Depending on the DVD, the output signal may not comprise the entire 5.1 channel range. It may be monaural or stereo even if the audio track is recorded in Dolby Digital.

The sound comes from the center speaker only.

, Depending on the disc, the sound may

come from the center speaker only.

Operation

The controller does not function.

, Make sure the controller is connected to the

console.

, Make sure the analog controller

(DUALSHOCK®2) or the analog controller (DUALSHOCK®) is set to the appropriate mode for the software. (see page 11)

, Try another set of controllers.

The software title does not start.

, Make sure the inserted disc can be played

with this console. (see page 3)

, Make sure the disc is placed with the label

side facing up (data side down).

, Make sure the disc is inserted correctly. , Moisture has condensed on the disc. (see

page 2)

, Clean the disc. , Try another copy of the disc.

You cannot save data on the memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation

, Make sure the memory card (8MB) (for

PlayStation®2) or memory card is inserted securely.

, Make sure you are playing the game

correctly. Refer to the appropriate software manual.

, Make sure there are empty blocks on the

memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) or memory card.

, Try another memory card (8MB) (for

PlayStation®2) or memory card.

The console does not function properly.

, Static electricity, etc. may affect the

console’s operation. Turn off the MAIN POWER switch and then turn it back on.

1 indicator flashes in red and the console does not work.

, A flashing red light indicates a console

“fault” condition and the unit will not operate. Remove any obstructions from the vents to allow the console to cool down. Resume play after the console returns to standby mode.

2) or memory card.

DVD videos / Additional information

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