Sony PSP-N1003, PSP-N1002 User Manual
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Instruction Manual
PSP-N1002
PSP-N1003 4-152-678-72(2)
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WARNING
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
This product is intended for ages 6 and up.
prolonged use of the PSP
Avoid
strain, 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 doctor.
– Dizziness, nausea, fatigue or symptoms similar to motion
sickness
– Discomfort or
hands or arms
WARNING
pain in a part of the body, such as eyes, ears,
® system. To help prevent eye
FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM
Regulatory information
The nameplate is located behind the display panel.
This equipment
limits set out in the R&TTE Directive using a connection cable
shorter than 3 meters.
The manufacturer of this product is Sony Computer Entertainment
Inc., 2-6-21 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku Tokyo, 107-0062 Japan.
The Authorised Representative for EMC and product safety is
Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327
Stuttgart, Germany.
Distributed in Europe by Sony Computer Entertainment Europe
Ltd, 10 Great Marlborough Street, London, W1F 7LP.
has been tested and found to comply with the
Photosensitivity
Always play in a well lit environment. Take regular breaks, 15
minutes every hour. Avoid playing when tired or suffering from
lack of sleep. Some individuals are sensitive to flashing or
flickering lights or geometric shapes and patterns, may have an
undetected epileptic condition and may experience epileptic
seizures when watching television or playing videogames. Consult
your doctor before playing videogames if you have an epileptic
condition and immediately should you experience any of the
following symptoms whilst playing: dizziness, altered vision,
muscle twitching, other involuntary movement, loss of awareness,
confusion and/or convulsions.
Repetitive Motion Injuries
Avoid prolonged use of the PSP® system. Take a 15 minute break
every hour. Stop using the PSP
experience an unpleasant sensation or pain in your hands, wrists
or arms. If the condition persists, consult a doctor.
® system immediately if you
Headphones
Adjust your headphone volume so that surrounding sounds can be
heard. If you experience ringing or any discomfort in your ears,
discontinue use of your Headphones.
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 networking feature (Bluetooth
LAN).
Keep
the PSP
other medical devices when using the wireless networking
feature.
Do not
pacemaker.
Turn
to suspect that interference is occurring with your pacemaker.
Do not
locations:
– Areas where
– Crowded areas.
– Areas near fire alarms, automatic doors and other types of
Use caution
vehicle, as radio waves may affect electronic equipment in some
vehicles.
® system at least 20 cm away from a pacemaker or
carry the PSP
off your PSP
® system in a breast pocket if you use a
® system immediately, if you have any reason
use the wireless networking feature in the following
hospitals. Abide by medical institution regulations when
using the system on their premises.
automated equipment.
wireless network use is prohibited, such as in
when using the wireless networking feature in a
® and wireless
WARNING
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System Software
The System Software included within this product is subject to a
limited licence from Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Refer to
http://www.scei.co.jp/psp-eula/ for further details.
About national export control
This product may fall within the scope of national export control
legislation. You must comply fully with the requirements of such
legislation and of all other applicable laws of any jurisdiction in
relation to this product.
Notice about U.S. Export Administration
Regulations
This product contains software that is subject to certain
restrictions under the U.S. Export Administration Regulations,
and may not be exported or re-exported to U.S. embargoed
destinations. In addition this product may not be exported or reexported to persons and entities prohibited by the U.S. Export
Administration Regulations.
WARNING
WARNING
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Table of contents
WARNING······················································ 2
Precautions ···················································· 8
Checking the package contents ··················· 12
Things you can do with the PSP® system ···· 14
Preparation
Part names and functions ···························· 16
Charging the battery ···································· 20
Turning the system on and off ····················· 23
Basic operations
Using the XMB™ (XrossMediaBar) menu ····· 24
Using the on-screen keyboard ····················· 26
Table of contents
Games
Playing games ············································· 28
Step 1
Install Media Go™ ···························· 30
Step 2
Start Media Go™ ····························· 31
Step 3
Download (purchase) a game ········· 32
Step 4
Start the game ································ 37
Downloading games using the PSP® system
or PS3™ system ······································· 39
Network
Using the wireless networking feature ········· 40
Updating the system software ····················· 41
Support
Before requesting service ···························· 42
GUARANTEE ·············································· 48
Additional information
Parental control ············································ 52
Before disposing of or transferring
the PSP® system ······································ 55
Specifications··············································· 56
Copyright and trademarks ··························· 58
Information about system functionality and images
published in this document may vary from those for your
PSP
® system, depending on the system software version
in use.
PSP® system documentation
You can find information about the PSP® system in this
manual as well as online.
• Instruction Manual (this document)
This manual explains hardware features and provides
basic information about how to set up and operate the
PSP® system, including instructions on how to
download and start playing games. The manual also
includes warnings and precautions for the safe and
proper use of the system.
• User’s Guide
This online guide contains detailed information about
using PSP® system features. You can access the guide
in the following ways:
Viewing on a PC
You can view the online user’s guide using a PC Web
browser.
access from:
Viewing on the PSP
To view the guide on the PSP® system, select
(Network) (Online Instruction Manuals), and then
press the button.
eu.playstation.com/manuals
® system
Table of contents
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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
peripherals may not be compatible with your system. Visit
http://eu.playstation.com/psp for details.
® system, as these accessories/
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.
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inspect the AC adaptor and the AC power cord.
Regularly
unplug the AC power cord or the AC adaptor from the
Stop use,
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, or has become
misshapen.
Precautions
Use and handling
Use in a well-lit area and keep the screen a safe distance from
your face.
prolonged use of the PSP
Avoid
eyestrain, take a break of about 15 minutes during every hour of
play.
Keep
the system and accessories out of the reach of small
children. Small children may swallow the Memory Stick
™
Micro
media 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.
Handle the
Be careful
Use only
Do not
Do not
Do not
display panel with care when opening and closing.
not to pinch your fingers when closing the display
panel.
use the system or accessories near water.
Do not
attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
expose the system or accessories to high temperatures,
high humidity, or direct sunlight.
leave the system or accessories in a car with the
windows closed (particularly in summer).
expose the system or accessories to dust, smoke or
steam.
allow liquid or small particles to get into the system or
Do not
accessories.
place the system or accessories on surfaces that are
Do not
tilted, unstable or subject to vibration.
® system. To help prevent
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
bottom of a backpack along with heavy objects may cause
damage to the system.
Do not
strong physical shock during gameplay, as doing so can damage
the system.
Handle the
Do not
Do not
system or accessories.
Depending on
may reach temperatures of 40°C 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
When connecting
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
Parents
to ensure safe and responsible Internet usage. Refer to
http://www.ps-playsafeonline.com for
® system in a pocket or placing the system in the
forcibly twist the PSP
analog stick with care.
put heavy objects on the system or accessories.
touch or insert foreign objects into the connectors of the
® system or expose the system to
the conditions of use, the system or AC adaptor
in contact with objects of relatively low temperatures (40°C
or more) for an extended period of time.
the system to a plasma or projection* TV, do
screen types
are encouraged to monitor children in online activities
further details.
AC adaptor and AC power cord use
For your safety, use only a supplied AC adaptor. Other types
may cause fire, electrical shocks or a malfunction.
touch the plug of the AC power cord or the AC adaptor
Do not
with wet hands.
touch the AC power cord, the AC adaptor or the system,
Do not
if connected to an electrical outlet, during an electrical storm.
allow dust or foreign matter to build up around the
Do not
system or accessory connectors. If there is dust or foreign
matter on the system’s connectors, the AC power cord, or the
AC adaptor, wipe it off with a dry cloth before connecting. Dust
or other matter on the connectors can result in fire or electrical
shock.
Unplug the
Protect the
When disconnecting
Do not
Do not
AC power cord or the AC adaptor from the electrical
outlet and disconnect any other cables from the system before
cleaning or when you do not intend to use the system for an
extended period of time.
AC power cord and the AC adaptor from being
walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles and the point where they exit from the system.
it by the plug and pull straight out from the electrical outlet.
Never pull by the cord and do not pull at an angle.
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 the AC adaptor when covered with
fabric to help avoid overheating.
connect the AC power cord or the AC adaptor to a
voltage transformer or inverter. Connecting the AC power cord
or the AC adaptor 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 AC power cord or the AC adaptor, hold
Precautions
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LCD screen
The LCD screen is made of glass and may crack if subjected to
excessive force.
that are not lit or are continuously lit may appear in
Pixels
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.
xposure to sunlight may damage the system’s LCD
Direct e
screen. Be careful when using the system outdoors or near a
window.
When using
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
extended period of time, as doing so may cause a faint image to
be left permanently on the screen.
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the system in a cold environment, you may notice
leave still images displayed on the screen for an
Precautions
Recorded data
Do not use the Memory Stick Micro™ media in the following
ways, as doing so may result in data loss or corruption:
Removing
Using it
the Memory Stick Micro
system while it is loading or saving data or being formatted.
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.
™
media or turning off the
Never disassemble the system or accessories
Use the PSP® system and accessories according to the instructions
in this manual. No authorization for the analysis or modification
of the system, 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.
Using an access point
When using the PSP® system’s search function to select a wireless
network access point, access points that are not intended for
public use may be displayed. Only connect to a personal access
point that you are authorised to use, or one that is available
through a commercial wireless network or hotspot service. User is
responsible for all fees associated with wireless network access.
Use in other countries
Depending on the country, there are limitations on the use of
certain types of radio waves. In some cases, use of the PSP
system may lead to a fine or other penalty.
®
Handling and care of exterior surfaces
Follow the guidelines listed below to help avoid deterioration or
discolouration of the PSP
Do not
use solvents or other chemicals to clean the exterior
surface.
allow the system to remain in direct contact with rubber
Do not
or vinyl products for an extended period of time.
use a chemically-treated cleaning cloth to wipe off the
Do not
system.
® 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.
best results, go to
For
and then with the [System Information] screen displayed, rotate
the analog stick in a circular motion to adjust the analog stick’s
range of movement.
(Settings) (System Settings),
Cleaning
For safety reasons, unplug the AC power cord or the AC adaptor
from the electrical outlet and disconnect any other cables before
cleaning the system.
Cleaning the exterior surface and LCD screen
Wipe gently
Cleaning the connectors
If the
dirty, signals may not be sent or received properly. Also, if the
connector on the headphones becomes dirty, you may experience
noise or interruptions in sound. Wipe the connectors with a dry,
soft cloth to keep in clean condition.
with a soft cloth.
connectors on the PSP
® system or on the USB cable become
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.
Precautions
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Checking the package contents
Check that you have all of the following items.
If any items are missing, contact the appropriate PSP® customer service helpline. Details are found within the contact
information section at http://eu.playstation.com/help-support/.
PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system
AC adaptor (PSP-N1002 only)
AC Adaptor* (PSP-N1003 only)
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Checking the package contents
USB cable
AC Power Cord (PSP-N1002 only)
CD-ROM
Printed materials
* The PSP-N1003 model comes with a combined AC Adaptor and
AC Power Cord.
Checking the package contents
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Things you can do with the PSP® system
SELECT
START
Wireless networking feature
Using the wireless networking feature, you can connect
to the Internet to access PlayStation®Store and use the
Internet browser.
page 40
Equipped with system storage
You can use the built-in system storage to save games,
music, photos and other types of content.
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Things you can do with the PSP® system
Bluetooth® wireless technology
You can establish a wireless connection between the
PSP® system and the controller for the PS3™ system or
other Bluetooth® devices.
Download and play games
You can download (purchase) games from
PlayStation®Store.
Listen to music
Listen to music, such as music files that have
been imported from audio CDs to your PC.
Watch video
Watch video that has been imported to your PC.
PlayStation®Store
page 28
Update the system software
You can add new features by updating the system
software.
page 41
Browse photos
Browse photos from a digital camera or from
other sources.
Connect to a network
Browse Web pages on the Internet or listen to
Internet radio.
For details about using these and other features,
refer to the online user’s guide.
access from: eu.playstation.com/manuals
Things you can do with the PSP® system
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Part names and functions
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9
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2 3 4 5 6 7
With the display panel closed
System bottom
Part names and functions
1 L button
2 Display button
Press and release
Each time you press the display
button, the display changes among
three levels of screen brightness. The
highest level (level 4) can be selected
only while the PSP
plugged in using the AC adaptor.
Press for more than one second
The backlight turns of
goes blank. To turn the backlight on
again, press any of the PSP
buttons.
Press for more than five seconds
The system
mode. Video output mode is available
only when a video output cable is
connected (
® system is
f and the screen
switches to video output
page 38).
3 Volume − button
4 Volume + button
5 Sound button
Press and release
Each time you press the sound
button, the tone changes among
POPS JAZZ
HEAVY
UNIQUE
OFF.
® system
The tone can be changed only when
using headphones. Furthermore, the
tone setting is temporarily set to
[OFF] during gameplay.
Press for more than one second
The sound
is muted. To clear muting,
press the sound button again.
Press for more than five seconds
While the
solid or flashing blue, audio from the
system is output to the Bluetooth
audio device that is registered, or
paired, with the system. To stop
output to the Bluetooth
device, press the sound button again
for more than five seconds.
Bluetooth
® indicator is lit
® audio
6 LCD screen
7 R button
8 Bluetooth® indicator
Shows the status of the Bluetooth®
connection
Solid blue
Connected
Flashing blue
Connecting
Light off
Not connected
®
9 POWER indicator
Solid green
Power on
Solid orange
Charging
Flashing green
Charge level low
Light off
Power off/In sleep mode
10
POWER/HOLD switch
Slide up
Turn the system on and off (
23).
Slide down
system buttons.
Lock the
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Headset connector
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Multi-use connector
Connect cables of various types
including a USB cable (supplied) or a
video output cable (sold separately).
Preparation
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Part names and functions
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With the display panel open
SELECT
START
1
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2
3
4
5
6
7
Opening the display panel
Slide the display panel upward
to open the panel.
Display panel
Part names and functions
1 WLAN access indicator
Lights up when the wireless
networking feature is in use
2 Speakers
3 PS button
4 Memory Stick Micro
Slot cover
Front side
Open the slot cover, and then gently
press the Memory Stick Micro
media in the direction of the arrow
until fully inserted.
To remove the Memory Stick Micro
media, press it once in the direction
of the arrow.
™
(M2™) slot
® features.
™
(M2™)
7 Strap holder
™
8 Directional buttons
9 Analog stick
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11
12
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Attach a strap (sold separately) as
shown below.
For use with games that support
analog stick operation
Microphone
For use with software that supports
the microphone. For details, refer to
the instructions supplied with the
software.
START button
SELECT button
button, button, button,
Preparation
5 Memory Stick Micro
access indicator
Lights up when data is being read or
written from Memory Stick Micro
media
Notice
When the Memory Stick Micro™
™
) access indicator is lit, do
(M2
not eject the Memory Stick
™
media, turn off the
Micro
system, or put the system into
sleep mode, as doing so may
cause data loss or corruption.
6 WIRELESS switch
Use this switch for wireless network
™
™
and Bluetooth
On
Off
WIRELESS switch
button
Part names and functions
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