Sony PSP3001B User Manual

Safety and Support

Sécurité et support technique

Seguridad y soporte técnico

PSP-3001

4-115-361-11(1)

WARNINGS

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

For your safety, use only a licensed or genuine Sony AC adaptor or battery charger to charge a battery pack for the PSP® system. Other types may cause fire, electrical shocks or a malfunction.

For customers in the U.S.A. and Canada

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.

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This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product under IEC60825-1+A2: 2001.

This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that are deemed to comply without testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR).

This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

NOTE:

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.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

If you have questions about this product, call our technical support line at 1-800-345-7669, or write to:

Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. Consumer Services/Technical Support

PO Box 5888, San Mateo, CA 94402-0888 U.S.A.

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name :	SONY
Model No. :	PSP-3001
Responsible Party :	Sony Electronics Inc.
Address :	16530 Via Esprillo,
	San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A
Telephone No. :	858-942-2230

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSSGen of IC 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 of this device.

Photosensitivity/Epilepsy/Seizures

A very small percentage of individuals may experience epileptic seizures or blackouts when exposed to certain light patterns or flashing lights. Exposure to certain patterns or backgrounds on a screen or when playing video games may trigger epileptic seizures or blackouts in these individuals. These conditions may trigger previously undetected epileptic symptoms or seizures in persons who have no history of prior

seizures or epilepsy. If you, or anyone in your family, has an epileptic US condition or has had seizures of any kind, consult your physician before

playing.

IMMEDIATELY DISCONTINUE use and consult your physician before resuming gameplay if you or your child experience any of the following health problems or symptoms:

•dizziness,

•altered vision,

•eye or muscle twitches,

•loss of awareness,

•disorientation,

•seizures, or

•any involuntary movement or convulsion.

RESUME GAMEPLAY ONLY ON APPROVAL OF YOUR PHYSICIAN.

Use and handling of video games to reduce the likelihood of a seizure

•Use in a well-lit area and keep the screen a safe distance from your face.

•Avoid prolonged use of the PSP® system. Take a 15-minute break during each hour of play.

•Avoid playing when you are tired or need sleep.

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Radio waves

Radio waves may affect electronic equipment or medical devices (for example, pacemakers), which may cause malfunctions and possible injuries.

•If you use a pacemaker or other medical device, consult your physician or the manufacturer of your medical device before using the wireless LAN feature.

•Do not use the wireless LAN feature in the following locations:

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

–Areas near fire alarms, automatic doors and other types of automated equipment.

About DNAS

Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. uses DNAS (Dynamic Network Authentication System), a proprietary authentication system, to help protect copyright and security in connecting the PSP® system to a network. DNAS may retrieve information about a user's hardware and software for authentication, copy protection, account blocking, system, rules, or game management and other purposes. The information collected does not identify the user personally. The unauthorized transfer, exhibition, export, import or transmission of programs and devices circumventing its authentication scheme may be prohibited by law.

System software

The system software included within this product is subject to a limited license from Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Refer to http://www.scei.co.jp/psp-eula for further details.

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Table of contents

WARNINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 About the PSP® system documentation . . . . . . . . . . 5

x Before use

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 About the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Compatible media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

x Troubleshooting

Before requesting service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

x Limited warranty

LIMITED HARDWARE WARRANTY AND

LIABILITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

x Additional information
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	23

Information about system functionality published in this document may vary from the information for your PSP® system, depending on the system software version in use.

About the PSP® system documentation

The PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system documentation includes the following:

Safety and Support (this document)

This document contains safety information related to the use of the PSP® system, troubleshooting, specifications and other information.

Quick Reference

This document contains information on basic hardware operations of the PSP® system.

User's Guide (http://manuals.playstation.net/document/)

This online document is accessed through the Internet and contains detailed information related to use of the PSP® system software.

Notice

For up-to-date information regarding the PSP® system, visit

http://www.us.playstation.com/psp.

Various accessories for the PSP® system are mentioned throughout this documentation. Note however that the accessories supplied with your system depend on the product purchased.

Table of contents

Before use

Precautions

Before using this product, carefully read this manual and retain it for future reference.

Accessory compatibility

Do not use accessories or peripherals that are intended for another model of the PSP® system, as these accessories/ peripherals may not be compatible with your system. For details, visit http://www.us.playstation.com/support or contact SCEA Consumer Services at 1-800-345-7669.

Safety

This product has been designed with the highest concern for safety. However, any electrical device, if used improperly, has the potential for causing fire, electrical shock or personal injury. To help ensure accident-free operation, follow these guidelines:

•Observe all warnings, precautions and instructions.

•Regularly inspect the AC adaptor and AC power cord.

•Stop use, unplug the AC power cord from the electrical outlet and disconnect any other cables immediately if the device functions in an abnormal manner, produces unusual sounds or smells or becomes too hot to touch.

•Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. (SCEA) strongly recommends using, with your PSP® system, only genuine Sony battery packs that are compatible with your model of the PSP® system. Using other types of battery packs may cause a failure or an accident such as fire or explosion. Because SCEA cannot assure the

6Precautions

safe use and operation of other types of battery packs, the use of any such battery pack with any PSP® system voids the warranty on the PSP® system.

•Call SCEA Consumer Services at 1-800-345-7669 if the device does not operate properly.

Use and handling

•Use in a well-lit area and keep the screen a safe distance from your face.

•Avoid prolonged use of the PSP® system. To help prevent eyestrain, take a break of about 15 minutes during every hour of play.

•If you experience any of the following health problems, discontinue use of the system immediately. If symptoms persist, consult with your physician.

–Dizziness, nausea, fatigue or symptoms similar to motion sickness

–Discomfort or pain in a part of the body, such as eyes, ears, hands or arms

•Permanent hearing loss may occur if earphones or headphones are used at high volume. Set the volume to a safe level. Over time, increasingly loud audio may start to sound normal but can actually be damaging your hearing. If you experience ringing in your ears or muffled speech, stop listening and have your hearing checked. The louder the volume, the sooner your hearing could be affected. To protect your hearing:

–Limit the amount of time you use earphones or headphones at high volume.

–Avoid raising the volume to block out noisy surroundings.

–Lower the volume if you can't hear people speaking near you.

•Keep the system and accessories out of the reach of small children. Small children may swallow the Memory Stick Duo™ or wrap the cables/straps around themselves, which may inflict injury or cause an accident or a malfunction.

•Do not use the system while driving or riding a bicycle. Looking at the screen or operating the system while driving an automobile or riding a bicycle may result in a traffic accident.

•Take extra care when using the system while walking.

•Be careful not to pinch your fingers when closing the disc cover.

•Do not use the system or accessories near water.

•Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

•Do not use the headphones if they cause discomfort to your skin. If the headphones cause discomfort to your skin, discontinue use immediately. If symptoms do not subside even after discontinuing use, seek medical attention.

•Do not expose the system or accessories to high temperatures, high humidity, or direct sunlight.

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

•Do not expose the system or accessories to dust, smoke or steam.

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

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

•Do not throw, drop or step on the system or accessories, and do not subject the devices to strong physical shock. Sitting down with the PSP® system in a pocket or placing the system in the bottom of a backpack along with heavy objects may cause damage to the system.

•Do not forcibly twist the PSP® system or expose the system to strong physical shock during gameplay, as doing so can damage the system or cause the disc cover to open, ejecting the disc. Handle the analog stick with care.

•Do not put heavy objects on the system or accessories.

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

•Do not place the system close to items with a magnetic strip, such as credit cards.

•Depending on the conditions of use, the system or AC adaptor may reach temperatures of 40 °C/104 °F or more. Do not touch the system

or AC adaptor for an extended period of time under these conditions. Extended contact under these conditions may cause low-temperature burns*.

*Low-temperature burns are burns that occur when the skin is in contact with objects of relatively low temperatures (40°C or more/104°F or more) for an extended period of time.

•When connecting the system to a plasma or projection* TV, do not leave a still image on the TV screen for an extended period of time, as this may leave a faint image permanently on the screen.

* Except LCD screen types	US

AC adaptor and AC power cord use		Before

• For your safety, use only a licensed or genuine Sony AC adaptor or
battery charger to charge a battery pack for the PSP® system. Other		use
types may cause fire, electrical shocks or a malfunction.
• Do not touch the plug of the AC power cord with wet hands.
• Do not touch the AC power cord, AC adaptor or the system, if
connected to an electrical outlet, during an electrical storm.
• Unplug the AC power cord from the electrical outlet, disconnect any
other cables and remove the battery pack from the system before
cleaning or when you do not intend to use the system for an extended
period of time.
• Protect the AC power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where
they exit from the system.
• When disconnecting the AC power cord, hold it by the plug and pull
straight out from the electrical socket. Never pull by the cord and do
not pull at an angle.
• Do not use the system to play games or video when the system is
covered with any type of fabric. If you want to pause or temporarily
store the system while playing games or video, put the system in
sleep mode before placing it in the case or covering. Also do not use
Precautions		7

the AC adaptor when covered with fabric. This may help to avoid overheating.

•Do not connect the AC power cord to a voltage transformer or inverter. Connecting the AC power cord to a voltage transformer for overseas travel or an inverter for use in an automobile may cause heat to build up in the AC adaptor and may cause burns or a malfunction.

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

LCD screen

•The LCD screen is made of glass and may crack if subjected to excessive force.

•Black (dark) pixels and continuously lit pixels may appear in certain locations on the LCD screen. The appearance of such spots is a normal occurrence associated with LCD screens and is not a sign of a system malfunction. LCD screens are made using highly precise technology. However, a very small number of dark pixels or continuously lit pixels exist on each screen. Also, a distorted image may remain on the screen for several seconds after the system has been turned off.

•Direct exposure to sunlight may damage the system's LCD screen. Be careful when using the system outdoors or near a window.

•When using the system in a cold environment, you may notice shadows on the graphics or the screen may appear darker than usual. This is not a malfunction, and the screen will return to normal when the temperature goes up.

•Do not leave still images displayed on the screen for an extended period of time. This may cause a faint image to be left permanently on the screen.

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About the "pickup"

Do not touch the "pickup" located inside the disc cover of the system. Touching the pickup may damage the system.

Pickup

Memory Stick Duo™

For best results, follow these guidelines:

•Do not touch the connector area (A) with your hands or with metal objects.

•Do not press hard when writing on the memo area (B).

•Do not use or store a Memory Stick Duo™ in the following:

–Places subject to high temperatures, such as in a hot vehicle

–Locations exposed to direct sunlight

–Locations that are very humid or conducive to corrosion

•When using Memory Stick Duo™ media without an erasure prevention switch, take care not to overwrite or delete data by accident. If your Memory Stick Duo™ media has an erasure prevention switch, you can prevent data from being saved, edited, or deleted by setting the switch in the LOCK position.

Recorded data

Do not use the Memory Stick Duo™ in the following ways, as doing so may result in data loss or corruption:

•Removing the Memory Stick Duo™ or turning off the system while it is loading or saving data or being formatted.

•Using it in a location that is exposed to static electricity or electrical interference.

If, for any reason, software or data loss or corruption occurs, it is usually not possible to recover the software or data. It is recommended that you regularly back up software and data. Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates will not be held liable for any damages or injury in the case of software or data loss or corruption.

In accordance with copyright law, no recorded data may be used for purposes other than personal enjoyment without permission from the copyright holder.

Cases and coverings

•When placing the PSP® system in a commercially available case, turn off the power or put the system in sleep mode. Do not use the system while it is in the case. Leaving the system on, or using it while in a case or covering may cause overheating or may damage the system.

•Put both the PSP® system and the remote control in hold mode to

	help prevent unintended operation.		US
			Before
	Never disassemble the system or		Before
	Never disassemble the system or
	accessories
	Use the PSP® system and accessories according to the instructions in this		use
	manual. No authorization for the analysis or modification of the system,		use

	or the analysis and use of its circuit configurations, is provided.
	Disassembling will void the system warranty. Additionally, there is a risk
	of fire, electrical shock or malfunction. The LCD screen, in particular,
	contains dangerous, high-voltage parts, and the laser beam for reading
	UMD® may cause visual impairment if exposed directly to the eyes.

	Using the access point
	When using the PSP® system's "Scan" function to select a wireless
	LAN access point, access points that are not intended for public use
	may be displayed. Only connect to a personal access point that you are
	authorized to use, or one that is available through a commercial
	wireless LAN or hotspot service. User is responsible for all fees
	associated with wireless LAN access.

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Overseas use

Depending on the country, there are limitations on the use of certain types of radio waves. In some cases, use of the system may lead to a fine or other penalty.

Moisture condensation

If the PSP® system or UMD® is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one, moisture may condense on the lens inside the system or on the UMD®. Should this occur, the system may not operate properly. In this case, remove the UMD® and turn off and unplug the system. Do not put the UMD® back in until the moisture evaporates (this may take several hours). If the system still does not operate properly, visit http://www.us.playstation.com/support or contact SCEA Consumer Services at 1-800-345-7669 for assistance.

UMD® handling

•Do not touch the opening on the rear of the disc (recorded surface of the disc) with your fingers.

•Do not allow dust, sand, foreign objects or other types of dirt to get on the disc.

•If the UMD® becomes dirty, gently wipe the exterior and recorded surfaces of the UMD® using a soft cloth. Do not use solvents or other chemicals.

•Do not use a UMD® that is cracked or warped or has been repaired. The UMD® may break inside the PSP® system, leading to injury or malfunction.

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Handling and care of exterior surfaces

Follow the guidelines listed below to help avoid deterioration or discoloration of the PSP® system:

•Do not use solvents or other chemicals to clean the exterior surface.

•Do not allow the system to remain in direct contact with rubber or vinyl products for an extended period of time.

•Do not use a chemically-treated cleaning cloth to wipe off the system.

Before using the analog stick

•Do not attempt to remove the analog stick from the system front, as doing so will damage the system and may result in injury.

•For best results, go to (Settings) (System Settings), and then with the "System Information" screen displayed, rotate the analog stick in a circular motion. This will adjust the analog stick's range of movement.

Cleaning

For safety reasons, unplug the AC power cord from the electrical outlet, disconnect any other cables and remove the battery pack from the system before cleaning.

Cleaning the exterior surface and LCD screen

Wipe gently with a soft cloth.

Cleaning the connectors

If the headphones or remote control connectors become dirty, this could cause noise or interruptions in sound. Wipe the connectors with a dry, soft cloth to keep in clean condition.

About the battery

Battery pack precautions

Warnings

Do not handle a damaged or leaking battery pack.

Handle the battery pack with care.

The battery pack may explode or present a fire or chemical burn hazard if it is not handled carefully.

•Do not allow the battery pack to come into contact with fire or subject it to extreme temperatures such as in direct sunlight, in a vehicle exposed to the sun or near a heat source.

•Do not cause the battery pack to short-circuit.

•Do not disassemble or tamper with the battery pack.

•Prevent damage to the battery pack. Do not carry or store the battery pack with metal items such as coins or keys. If damaged, discontinue use.

•Do not throw or drop the battery pack or subject it to strong physical shock.

•Do not put heavy objects on or apply pressure to the battery pack.

•Do not allow the battery pack to come into contact with liquids. If it becomes wet, discontinue use until it is completely dry.

•Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children.

•If the PSP® system will not be used for an extended period of time, remove the battery pack and store it in a cool, dry place out of the reach of children.

•Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. (SCEA) strongly recommends using, with your PSP® system, only genuine Sony battery packs that are compatible with your model of the PSP®

system. Using other types of battery packs may cause a failure or an accident such as fire or explosion. Because SCEA cannot assure the safe use and operation of other types of battery packs, the use of any

such battery pack with any PSP® system voids the warranty on the
PSP® system. All genuine Sony battery packs bear these three
legitimate "	" "	" and " " logos on the
packaging. Battery packs that, at the time of original purchase, are
contained in packaging lacking any one of these three logos are not
genuine Sony battery packs.
genuine Sony battery packs.			US
			US

Charging			Before
You can charge the battery using the AC adaptor or a USB cable (sold			Before

separately). For details about how to charge the battery, refer to the
supplied Quick Reference manual.			use
Estimating the battery charge time			use
Estimating the battery charge time

Charging with the AC adaptor		Approximately 2 hours 20 minutes

Charging using a USB cable		Approximately 5 hours

Figures shown are for when charging a battery with no charge remaining.

Notices

•Do not use the PSP® system with the AC adaptor when the battery pack is not inserted in the system. If the AC adaptor is disconnected suddenly, it may result in damage to the system.

•Do not use or charge the PSP® system with the battery cover removed. If the battery is suddenly removed, the battery may be dropped and damaged, which may cause a system malfunction.

About the battery 11

Hints

•Charge in a temperature of 10°C to 30°C/50°F to 86°F. Charging may not be as effective in other environments.

•Charging may take longer when the system is turned on during charging or when a USB cable is used for charging.

•USB charging uses the power supply of the USB port of the connected device. Charge the battery by connecting the PSP® system to a device equipped with a high-power USB port. If a low-power USB port or a USB hub is used, the battery may not be able to be charged.

•When the AC adaptor and a USB cable are connected to the PSP® system, the battery is charged by the power supply of the AC adaptor.

Estimated battery duration

Game	Approximately 3 - 6 hours*1

Video playback	Approximately 3 - 5 hours*2

*1 Based on tests conducted using the supplied battery pack, with the system in single player mode, with headphones with remote control in use, and with wireless LAN not in use.

*2 Based on tests conducted using variables of system speakers versus headphones, volume level and screen brightness level.

Hint

Battery duration may vary depending on the type of content being played or usage conditions such as screen brightness and environmental factors. As the battery pack ages, it will have a shorter duration.

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Battery pack life

•The battery pack has a limited life span. Battery duration will decrease with repeated usage and age. When battery duration becomes short or if the battery pack bulges, replace the battery immediately.

•The battery pack life span varies depending on how it is stored, the conditions of use and environmental factors, such as temperature.

Replacing the battery pack

•For safety reasons, turn off the system and remove the power cord from the electrical outlet and disconnect any other cables before replacing the battery pack.

•If the system is left unused after the battery charge runs out or the battery pack has been removed, the date and time settings may be reset. If this occurs, the date and time setting screen will be displayed the next time the PSP® system is turned on.

Storing the battery pack

When the system will not be used for an extended period of time, remove the battery pack from the system. Store the battery pack in a cool, dry place out of the reach of children.

Recycling Lithium-Ion Batteries

Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable.

You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you.

For more information regarding recycling

of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/

Caution

Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.

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About the battery 13

Compatible media

The media types listed below can be used on the PSP® system. Throughout this manual, the term "Memory Stick Duo™" is used to refer to all types of Memory Stick™ media in the table below.

Type	Logo

UMD®

Memory Stick Duo™ (not

MagicGate™-compatible)

MagicGate™ Memory Stick

Duo™ *1

Memory Stick Duo™ (MagicGate™ compatible) *1 *2

Memory Stick PRO Duo™ *1 *2

Memory Stick PRO-HG

Duo™ *1 *2

Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™) *1 *2 *3

*1 Compatible with MagicGate™

*2 Compatible with high-speed data transfer over a parallel interface.

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*3 To use Memory Stick Micro™ media, you must first insert it into an M2 Duo-size adaptor. If the Memory Stick Micro™ is inserted directly into the system, it may not be able to be ejected.

Hints

•The standard-size Memory Stick™ cannot be used with the system.

•Performance of all Memory Stick™ media is not guaranteed.

•If a Memory Stick Duo™ is formatted in a device other than the PSP®

system, such as a PC, it is possible that the system will not recognize it. If this happens, go to (System Settings) "Format Memory Stick™" and re-format the Memory Stick Duo™.

UMD®

UMD® contain a region code that is assigned to each sales region. This system can play UMD® marked with either region code "ALL" or "1".

Memory Stick™

Parallel data transfer (high-speed data transfer)

Parallel data transfer is a high-speed data-transfer technology that allows multiple data input/output connectors on the Memory Stick™ to be used at the same time (parallel interface). The PSP® system supports 4-bit parallel data transfer. However, the time required for reading/ writing differs according to the media in use.

File size limitation

The specification of the file system used on Memory Stick™ media limits the size of files that can be recorded or played to less than 4 GB per file.

MagicGate™

is a term of copyright-protection technology developed by Sony Corporation.

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Troubleshooting

Before requesting service

Go through this section if you experience difficulty in operating the PSP® system. For additional troubleshooting information, visit www.us.playstation.com/support. Should any problem persist, call SCEA Consumer Services at 1-800-345-7669 for assistance.

Power, battery and charging issues

The power does not turn on.

,The battery charge may have run out. Charge the battery.

,Check that the battery pack is properly inserted.

The battery does not charge, or does not fully recharge.

,When using the AC adaptor, check that the AC adaptor and the AC power cord are properly inserted in the system and the electrical outlet.

,When using the USB cable, check that the USB cable is fully inserted into the system and the USB device and that the USB device is turned on.

,The battery may not charge efficiently or charging may take longer depending on the usage conditions or environmental factors during charging. For details, see "About the battery"

( page 11).

,Check that the system connectors (such as the USB connector) and the AC adaptor or USB cable connectors are clean. If not, wipe the connectors with a soft, dry cloth.

,When using an AC adaptor, check that the correct AC adaptor for this product is being used.

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,Some USB devices cannot be used to charge the battery. For details, see "About the battery" ( page 11).

,When you connect a USB cable during gameplay, the PSP® system does not automatically change to USB mode.

,If "USB Auto Connect" under (System Settings) is set to "Off", the system must be set to USB mode manually. Select (USB Connection) under (Settings).

The battery charge doesn't last long.

,The charge may run out sooner depending on the storage method, usage conditions or environment factors. For details, see "About the battery" (page 11).

The battery pack is bulged or swollen.

, If the battery pack bulges, replace the battery pack immediately.

Screen

The screen suddenly turns dark.

,If "Backlight Auto-Off" under (Power Save Settings) has been set, the LCD screen's backlight will automatically turn off if the system is left inactive for the set amount of time.

,If "Auto Sleep" under (Power Save Settings) has been set, the system will automatically enter sleep mode if left inactive for the set amount of time.

The screen is dark and hard to see.

, Use the display button on the system front to adjust the brightness.

Black or continuously lit pixels on the screen do not disappear.

,LCD screens are made with highly precise technology, but in some cases, black (dark) pixels or continuously lit pixels may appear on the screen. This is not a system malfunction. For details, see "Precautions" (page 6).

The color of the screen does not look right.

,If "Theme" under (Theme Settings) is set to "Original", the background color will automatically change at the beginning of each month.

Video cannot be output to the TV.

,Check that the video output cable is fully inserted into the system and the TV.

,Some TVs may not be able to output video from the PSP® system.

When video is output to a TV, black bars are displayed on the sides (or top and bottom) of the image.

,Because the size of the video image output to the TV for games or Internet browser screens is predetermined, horizontal or vertical black bars may be displayed at the edges of the image.

When the PSP® system is connected to a TV, the screen suddenly goes dark.

,If "Screensaver" under (Connected Display Settings) has been set, the screensaver is automatically activated if no operations are performed for a certain period of time.

Sound

There is no sound.

,Check that the volume is not set to zero. Try raising the volume.

,Check that the mute setting is not on. Press the sound button on the system front to clear the mute setting.

,When headphones or a video output cable is connected, no sound is output from the PSP® system speakers.

The volume does not turn up.

,If "AVLS" under (Sound Settings) is set to "On", the maximum volume level is restricted.

,When a video output cable is connected, the volume cannot be changed using the PSP® system's volume + button / volume - button. Adjust the volume on the connected device.

The headphones do not emit sound or the sound contains noise.

, Check that the headphones are fully inserted.

The PSP® system's internal microphone does not pick up sound.

,When a headset (sold separately) is connected, the PSP® system receives sound through the headset's microphone. The internal microphone cannot be used.

UMD®

The system does not recognize the UMD®.

,Slide the power/hold switch up and hold it for at least three seconds until the power indicator turns off. Power will be completely cut off. After that, turn the system back on.

Upon starting a UMD®, a message recommending an update is displayed.

,Update the system software. For details on updates, refer to the Quick Reference manual supplied with the system.

Before requesting service

Troubleshooting

Memory Stick Duo™

The Memory Stick Duo™ cannot be inserted.

,Set the Memory Stick Duo™ in the proper direction when inserting.

,Check that media of a type that can be used with the PSP® system is inserted. For details, see "Compatible media"(page 14).

The system does not recognize the Memory Stick Duo™.

,If Memory Stick Duo™ media is formatted using a PC, it may not

be recognized by the PSP® system. If this happens, copy any data

you want to keep on the PC, and then go to (System Settings)

"Format Memory Stick™" and re-format.

,Check that the Memory Stick Duo™ is properly inserted. Try taking out the Memory Stick Duo™ and reinserting it.

The system can't save or load data.

,There may be a problem with the Memory Stick Duo™. Try using another Memory Stick Duo™, if available.

Video

Videos do not play.

, Some types of data may not be able to be played.

The system does not recognize a video file.

,Video data of types that are not compatible with the system will not be recognized.

,If the file or folder name on the Memory Stick Duo™ is changed, or if the file or folder is moved to another location using a PC, the system may not recognize it.

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Music

Music does not play.

,The playback methods may be limited for some music data that is distributed through the Internet. In such cases, the data may not be able to be played on the PSP® system.

The system does not recognize a music file.

,Check that the music data is saved in the correct folder on the Memory Stick Duo™. For details, refer to the user's guide

( page 5).

,Music data of types that are not compatible with the system will not be recognized.

,To play WMA format data, you must first activate "Enable WMA Playback" under (System Settings).

Photo

Images do not display.

,Depending on the image data size, certain images are not viewable.

,If images are edited using a PC, they may not be viewable.

The system does not recognize an image file.

,Check that the data is saved in the correct folder on the Memory Stick Duo™. For details, refer to the user's guide ( page 5).

,If the file or folder name on the Memory Stick Duo™ is changed, or if the file or folder is moved to another location using a PC, the system may not recognize it.

,Images that are not compatible with the PSP® system will not be recognized.

Network

A connection to the network cannot be established.

,Check that the WLAN switch on the top of the system is turned on.

,If "WLAN Power Save" under (Power Save Settings) is set to "On", you may not be able to transmit data correctly.

,There may be too much distance between the system and the access point or, when in ad hoc mode, between the system and the other player's system.

,Check that the network settings are correct. Refer to the instructions supplied with the network equipment and by your Internet service provider to make the correct network settings.

,Depending on the access point setting, you may need to enter the

system's MAC address. You can check the MAC address under

(System Settings) "System Information".

,When communicating with another system in ad hoc mode, both

systems must be set to the same channel. You can check the currently set channel under (Network Settings) "Ad Hoc Mode".

,If a device that causes radio interference such as a microwave oven is nearby, system communications may not work properly.

The Web page won't display properly.

, Some Web pages may not display properly.

Other issues

The system or AC adaptor is warm.

,During use, the system or AC adaptor may become warm. This is not a malfunction.

,When the communication function is being used, the system may become warmer than during normal use. This is not a malfunction.

The system is turned on, but does not operate.

,Check that the system is not in hold mode. If it is, slide the power/ hold switch up to clear hold mode.

	The system does not function properly.
	, Static electricity and other similar occurrences may affect the
	system's operation. After unplugging the AC power cord from the
	electrical outlet and disconnecting any other cables, remove the		US
	battery pack and AC adaptor, wait for about 30 seconds and then
	restart the system.
	, Slide the power/hold switch up and hold it for at least three		Troubleshooting
	seconds until the power indicator turns off. The system will be

	completely turned off. Then turn on the system again.

	The date and time are reset.
	, If the battery is not recharged and runs out, or if the battery pack
	is replaced, the system date and time settings may be reset. Follow
	the on-screen instructions to set the time and date.

The PSP® system is not recognized by the PC when connected using a USB cable.

, Check that your PSP® system is set to USB mode. If it is not, select (USB Connection) under (Settings).

,Check that your Memory Stick Duo™ media is inserted into your PSP® system.

,Check that an operating system that supports USB mass storage class is installed in the personal computer in use.

,When using a USB hub or other devices, depending on the

operating environment of the PC, the Memory Stick Duo™ inserted in the system may not be recognized by the PC. Try connecting the system directly to the PC using a USB cable.

, If "USB Charge" under (System Settings) is set to "On", the device may not be recognized.

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The connected USB device is not recognized by the PSP® system.

,Check that the USB connector on the top of the system is clean. Try wiping it with a soft, dry cloth.

You forgot your password.

,If you restore default settings under (System Settings) "Restore Default Settings", the system password will be reset to "0000". For details, refer to the user's guide (page 5).

Note that if you restore default settings, settings you have adjusted for options other than the system password will also be cleared. Once cleared, these custom settings cannot be restored by the system.

The analog stick does not function properly.

,At a scene where the symptoms appear, move the analog stick in a circular motion. This will help you determine the optimum operating range.

The PSP® system cannot communicate with another PSP® system in ad hoc mode and communication is disconnected.

,If "UMD™ Cache" under (System Settings) is set to "On," you may not be able to communicate properly.

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Limited warranty

LIMITED HARDWARE WARRANTY AND LIABILITY

Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. (SCEA) warrants to the original purchaser that each of the constituent products of this PSP® system shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase (the "Warranty Period"). If one or more of the above-identified products is determined to be defective during the Warranty Period, SCEA's liability shall be limited to the repair or replacement of this product with a new or factory recertified product at SCEA's option. For the purpose of this Limited Warranty, "factory recertified" means a product that has been returned to its original specifications. You must visit http://www.us.playstation.com/support or call 1-800-345-7669 to receive a return authorization and shipping instructions.

THIS WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY IF THIS PRODUCT: (a) IS USED WITH PRODUCTS NOT SOLD OR LICENSED BY SCEA (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, NON-LICENSED GAME ENHANCEMENT DEVICES, CONTROLLERS, ADAPTORS AND POWER SUPPLY DEVICES) OR OTHERWISE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THIS PRODUCT; (b) IS USED FOR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES (INCLUDING RENTAL) OR IS MODIFIED OR TAMPERED WITH; (c) IS DAMAGED BY ACTS OF GOD, MISUSE, ABUSE, NEGLIGENCE, ACCIDENT, WEAR AND TEAR, UNREASONABLE USE, OR BY OTHER CAUSES UNRELATED TO DEFECTIVE MATERIALS OR WORKMANSHIP; (d) HAS HAD THE SERIAL NUMBER ALTERED, DEFACED OR REMOVED; (e) HAS HAD THE WARRANTY SEAL ON THE SYSTEM ALTERED, DEFACED OR REMOVED; OR (f) IF AN UNAUTHORIZED PROGRAM IS USED

TO ALTER THE SYSTEM SOFTWARE. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER PRODUCTS SOLD AS IS OR WITH ALL FAULTS, OR CONSUMABLES (SUCH AS BATTERIES). PROOF OF PURCHASE IN THE FORM OF A BILL OF SALE OR RECEIPTED INVOICE WHICH IS EVIDENCE THAT THE UNIT IS WITHIN THE WARRANTY PERIOD MUST BE PRESENTED TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE.

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS		US
WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE		US
CONSUMER. ANY APPLICABLE IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
CONSUMER. ANY APPLICABLE IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND		Limited
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN		Limited
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN
DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. IN NO
EVENT SHALL SCEA BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR
INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR		warranty
IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. SOME STATES OR
PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATION ON HOW LONG AN
IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS AND SOME STATES DO NOT
ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATIONS OF
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, SO THE
ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO
YOU.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state or province to province. This
warranty is valid only in the United States and Canada.


The warranty offered by Sony Computer Entertainment America	Inc.
on your PSP® system is the same whether or not you register	your
on your PSP® system is the same whether or not you register	your
product.

LIMITED HARDWARE WARRANTY AND LIABILITY 21

Service policy

SCEA's policy with regards to product servicing is as follows:

The following measures may be taken during the product service process. By submitting for product servicing you agree to accept these measures.

•The PSP® system software will be updated.

•Protective stickers or seals that have been placed on the system by customers may be removed.

•PSP® system settings may be changed.

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Additional information

Specifications

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system

		4.3 inches (16:9) full-transparent type, TFT
	LCD screen	drive
		Approximately 16,770,000 colors displayed

	Sound	Stereo speakers

	Internal disc drive	Read-only UMD® drive

		DC IN 5V connector
		Video out/headset connector
		Hi-Speed USB
	Interface	DC OUT connector
		Memory Stick Duo™ slot
		Wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11b)
		Microphone

		AC adaptor: DC 5.0 V
	Power source	Rechargeable battery pack: Lithium-Ion
		rechargeable battery pack

	Maximum power	Approx. 6 W (when charging)
	consumption	Approx. 6 W (when charging)
	consumption

		Approx. 169.4 × 18.6 × 71.4 mm / 6 ¾ × ¾ ×
	External dimensions	2 ¾ in (width × height × depth) (excludes
		largest projection)

Weight		Approx. 189 g / 6.7 oz (including battery
Weight		pack)
		pack)

Operating environment		5°C - 35°C / 41°F - 95°F
temperature		5°C - 35°C / 41°F - 95°F
temperature

		Video:
			H.264/MPEG-4 AVC Main Profile
			Level 3
	UMD®	Music:
Compatible			H.264/MPEG-4 AVC Main Profile
codecs			Level 3, Linear PCM,
			ATRAC3plus™

	Memory	For details, refer to the user's guide
	Stick™	(	page 5).

UMD® laser

Wave length	655 - 665 nm

Power	Max. 0.28 mW

Type	Semiconductor, continuous

Wireless LAN

Standard	IEEE 802.11b

Modulation format	DS-SS (IEEE 802.11b compliant)

Specifications

information Additional

AC adaptor

Input	AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz

Output	DC 5 V, 1500 mA (1.5 A)

	Approx. 46 × 22 × 61 mm / 1 4/5 × 4/5 × 2 2/5
External dimensions	in (width × height × depth) (excludes largest
	projection)

Weight	Approx. 57 g / 2 oz

Battery pack

Battery type	Lithium-ion rechargeable battery

Voltage	DC 3.6 V

Capacity	1200 mAh

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Software

Software developed by the NetBSD Foundation, Inc. and its contributors is used for the communication functions of this product. For more information, see http://www.scei.co.jp/psp-license/pspnet.txt

This product adopts S3TC texture compression technology under license from S3 Graphics, Co., Ltd.

This product includes RSA BSAFE® Cryptographic software from RSA Security Inc.

RSA, BSAFE are either registered trademarks or trademarks of RSA Security Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.

U.S. and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories.

MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

This product contains Internet browser software of ACCESS Co., Ltd.

is a trademark or registered trademark of ACCESS Co., Ltd. in Japan and other countries.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by

Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.

The PSP® system's RSS Channel feature uses RSS (Really Simple Syndication) 2.0 technology. For details on RSS 2.0, visit http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss

Contains Macromedia® Flash® Player technology by Adobe Copyright © 1995-2008 Adobe Systems Incorporated. All rights reserved. Flash, Macromedia, and Macromedia Flash are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

Portions of the PSP® system software require the following notices (these statements do not affect the limited warranty offered on the PSP® system or UMD® software):

This software is based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group.

Permission to use, copy, modify, distribute, and sell this software and its documentation for any purpose is hereby granted without fee, provided that (i) the above copyright notices and this permission notice appear in all copies of the software and related documentation, and (ii) the names of Sam Leffler and Silicon Graphics may not be used in any advertising or publicity relating

to the software without the specific, prior written permission of Sam Leffler and Silicon Graphics.

THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS-IS" AND WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

IN NO EVENT SHALL SAM LEFFLER OR SILICON		US
GRAPHICS BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL,
GRAPHICS BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL,
INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY		Additional
KIND, OR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER RESULTING		Additional
KIND, OR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER RESULTING
FROM LOSS OF USE, DATA OR PROFITS, WHETHER OR
NOT ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGE, AND
ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, ARISING OUT OF OR IN
CONNECTION WITH THE USE OR PERFORMANCE OF
THIS SOFTWARE.		information

trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
Trademarks
" ", "PlayStation", "	" and "UMD" are registered

"" and "XMB" are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

"SONY" and "" are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Also, "Memory Stick Duo", "Memory Stick PRO Duo", "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo", "Memory Stick Micro", "M2", "Memory Stick", " ", "MagicGate", and "ATRAC" are trademarks of the same company.

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ATOK is a registered trademark of JUSTSYSTEM CORP. in Japan and other countries.

Windows and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

Mac OS is a trademark of Apple, Inc.

All other trademarks are the properties of their respective owners.

About national export control

This product may fall within the scope of national export control legislation. You must comply fully with the requirements of such legislation and of all other applicable laws of any jurisdiction in relation to this product.

Notice about U.S. Export Administration Regulations

This product contains software that is subject to certain restrictions under the U.S. Export Administration Regulations, and may not be exported or re-exported to U.S. embargoed destinations. In addition this product may not be exported or re-exported to persons and entities prohibited by the U.S. Export Administration Regulations.

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