SONY PSVITA User Manual

Safety Guide

PCH-1004 / PCH-1104

4-408-600-51(2) GB

7018552

WARNINGS

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

• This product is intended for ages 6 and up.

• Avoid prolonged use of the PS Vita system. To help prevent
eye 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 pain in a part of the body, such as eyes, ears,

hands or arms

Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure and Specific Absorption
Rate (SAR):

PS Vita (PCH-1004 and PCH-1104) has been tested and
complies with CE radiation exposure limits for devices intended
to be used at a position near the body set forth for an
uncontrolled environment and meets the European Union RF
guidelines in European R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. The
maximum SAR level tested for PS Vita (PCH-1104) is 1.28 watts
per kilogram at body.

When using PS Vita, orient the device in a landscape position
and away from the body. PS Vita is not intended for use in close
proximity to the ear.

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Regulatory information

• The nameplate is located behind the console.

• This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits set out in the R&TTE Directive using a connection cable
shorter than 3 metres.

• This equipment complies with EN55022 Class B and
EN55024 for use in following areas: residential, commercial
and light-industrial.

The manufacturer of this product is Sony Computer
Entertainment Inc., 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-0075
Japan.
The Authorised Representative for EMC and product safety in
Europe 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, United
Kingdom.

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 PS Vita system. Take a 15 minute
break every hour. Stop using the PS Vita system immediately if
you experience an unpleasant sensation or pain in your hands,
wrists or arms. If the condition persists, consult a doctor.

• If you use a pacemaker or other medical device, consult your
doctor or the manufacturer of your medical device before
using the network features.

• Keep the PS Vita system at least 20 cm away from a
pacemaker or other medical devices when using the network
features.

• Do not carry the PS Vita system in a breast pocket if you use
a pacemaker.

• Turn off your PS Vita system immediately, if you have any
reason to suspect that interference is occurring with your
pacemaker.

• Do not use the network features in the following locations:
– Areas where network features use is prohibited, such as in

aeroplanes and 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.

• Use caution when using the network features in a vehicle, as
radio waves may affect electronic equipment in some
vehicles.

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.

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.

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Contents

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

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Before disposing of or transferring

your PS Vita system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Copyright and trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Depending on the software version in use, the system may
operate differently than described in this manual.

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Precautions

Before using this product, carefully read this manual and retain
it for future reference. Parents and Guardians of children should
read this guide and make sure that the child follows all safety
precautions.

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, AC power cord and USB
cable.

• If your PS Vita system is damaged, do not use it. Unplug the
AC power cord from the electrical outlet and disconnect any
other cables immediately.

• 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 if it or the AC adaptor becomes too hot to touch.

• Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium-ion batteries. If the
internal battery fluid leaks, stop using the product
immediately and contact technical support for assistance. If
the fluid gets into your eyes, immediately rinse the affected
area with clean water and consult your physician. The battery
fluid can cause blindness.

Use and handling

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

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

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

• Keep the system and accessories out of the reach of small
children. Small children may swallow the media cards or wrap
the cables/straps around themselves, which may inflict injury
or cause an accident or a malfunction. Media cards may
present a choking hazard.

• 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.

• Do not use the system or accessories near water.

• Do not use the system in places where the use of wireless
communication devices is prohibited, such as on aeroplanes
or in hospitals. The radio waves the system emits can affect
electronic devices and cause them to malfunction, which can
lead to accidents. When using the system in a medical facility,
be sure to follow all of the rules of that facility. When using the
system on an aeroplane, go to (Settings) [Start]
[Network] and tap the checkbox for [Flight Mode] to mark it
with a checkmark before using it. Turn off the system when
taking off and landing. If you use the system on aeroplanes
where the use of such devices is prohibited, you will be liable
to legal punishment.

• Use only attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.

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• 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 impact. Sitting
down with the PS Vita 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 PS Vita system or expose the system
to strong physical shock during gameplay.

• 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.

• This system has internal parts that use magnets, which may
affect magnetic recording devices.

• 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 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 o f relatively low temper atures (40 °C or
more) for an extended period of time.

• Parents are encouraged to monitor children in online activities
to ensure safe and responsible Internet usage. Refer to
http://www.ps-playsafeonline.com for further details.

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AC adaptor, AC power cord and USB cable use

• For your safety, use only a licensed or genuine Sony AC
adaptor to charge the PS Vita system. Other 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, USB cable or
the system, if connected to an electrical outlet, during an
electrical storm.

• Do not use a power source other than the supplied (or
approved replacement) AC Adaptor.

• Before plugging in a cable, 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 the system will not be used for an extended period of
time, or when cleaning the system, unplug the power cord
and any other cables.

• Do not damage the AC adaptor or AC power cord:
– Do not modify the AC adaptor or AC power cord.
– Do not wrap the AC power cord or USB cable around the

PS Vita system or around the AC adaptor.

– Do not place the AC adaptor or AC power cord near a heat

source or allow them to get hot.
– Do not subject the AC power cord to tension.
– 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.
– Protect the AC power cord from being walked on or

pinched particularly at plugs, electrical socket and the point

where they exit from the system.

– Do not use the PS Vita system or the AC adaptor when they

are covered by a cloth or in their cases. Heat may build up
and cause a fire or damage to the system.

• 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.

• Use an electrical outlet that is easily accessible, so the AC
power cord can be unplugged quickly if the need arises.

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

Screen

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

• When using the system, keep the light in the room bright and
keep as far away from the screen as possible.

• Don't press your finger on the screen with excessive force.
Also, do not scrape or scratch the screen with anything hard,
such as metal, or anything with a sharp tip (such as a pencil
or your fingernails). Any of these actions may damage or
break the screen.

• Prolonged contact with water or dust may damage the screen
and shorten its life.

• Black (dark) pixels and continuously lit pixels may appear in
certain locations on the screen. The appearance of such
spots is a normal occurrence associated with screens and is
not a sign of a system malfunction. Screens are made using
highly precise technology. However, a very small number of
dark pixels or continuously lit pixels may exist and colour
irregularities or brightness irregularities may be visible 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 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.

Left Stick / Right Stick

• You cannot remove the sticks. If you try to remove them, you
could injure yourself or damage the system.

• The sticks cannot be operated by pressing on them. If you
press on them too hard you can damage them.

Using Wi-Fi access points

When connecting to the Internet using the Wi-Fi feature, the
system automatically detects nearby access points. An access
point that you are not authorized to use may be included among
the detected devices. Only connect to a personal access point
that you are authorized to use, or one that is available through a
commercial Wi-Fi service. The user is responsible for all fees
associated with Wi-Fi access.

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Precautions for Data Communication (PCH-1104 only)

Additional charges may be incurred depending on your
contract with your mobile network operator. In particular, with
pay-as-you-go plans and when using data roaming services,
the additional charges may be higher than anticipated. Before
transmitting data over a mobile network on the PS Vita system,
be sure to check the contract payment plan and the settings on
your system. Contact your mobile network operator for details.

GPS feature (PCH-1104 only)

GPS is a system that enables you to know your location by using
the satellite navigation system of the United States.

Hints

• When using the GPS feature in foreign countries, obey the
regulations of the country or region where the system is being used.

• Do not use this as a navigati on device for an aero planes or ship or
for mountain climbin g. Doing so could cause an accident since the
system may be unable to determine your position due to
measurement errors that may occur or its battery running out.

Positioning

Perform positioning (calculating position) in as empty and open
a location as possible with few buildings or other obstructions of
radio waves. Positioning may take several minutes the first time
you use the GPS feature or when a long time has elapsed since
you last performed positioning. If you are unable to receive
radio waves from the GPS satellite or unable to perform
positioning for several minutes, move to another location and try
again.

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Hints

• In the follo wing cases, you may be unable to receive rad io waves
from the GPS satellit e or the positioning resu lts may contain
discre pancies.

– Indoors, underground, or inside a tunnel

– Near a tall build ing

– When there are objects surrounding the PS Vita system or the

PS Vita system is inside a carrying bag or case.

– In a dense reside ntial district or street lined with tall buildings
– In an area among dense trees

– Near high volt age power lines

– During bad weather

• The po sitioning precision may wor sen, accurate results ma y not be
displayed, or errors may occur in position information depending
on the time or environment where positioning is performed.

Region Code

The PlayStation®Vita format software has region codes
assigned to each region where the system is sold. On this
system you can use software for the following regions:

Parental Controls

The PS Vita system offers parents and guardians controls to
limit the content that children and teenagers can access and the
features they can use. Refer to the online user's guide for details
about parental controls.

Recorded data

Do not use the memory card for the PlayStation®Vita system or
PlayStation®Vita card in the following ways, as doing so may
result in data loss or corruption:

• Removing the PS Vita card or turning off the PS Vita system
while it is saving or loading data.

• Removing the memory card while the PS Vita system is turned
on.

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

If, for any reason, s oftware or data loss or corruptio n occurs, it is
usually not possible to recover the software or data. It is
recommended tha t you regularly back up software and data.
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. and its subsidiaries and
affiliates will no t be held liab le for any dama ges or injury i n the
case of software or dat a loss or corruption.

Cases and coverings

When the system is stored in its case or is otherwise covered,
either turn off the power or put the system in the standby mode.
If you use it while it is in its case or when it is covered, heat may
build up and cause damage to the system.

Never disassemble the system or accessories

Use the PS Vita system and accessories according to the
instructions in this manual. No authorisation 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.

Use in other countries

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

When moisture condensation occurs

If the PS Vita system is brought directly from a cold location to a
warm one, moisture may condense inside the system and cause
it to operate improperly.
Should this occur, turn off and unplug the system. Do not use
the PS Vita system until the moisture evaporates (this may take
several hours). If the system still does not operate properly,
contact the appropriate PS Vita customer service helpline which
can be found within every PS Vita format software manual.

Care and cleaning of exterior surfaces

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

Cleaning the exterior surface, screen and camera area

• Wipe gently with a soft cloth.

• Do not use solvents or other chemicals to clean the exterior
surface, screen and camera area.

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

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Cleaning the connectors

Do not allow dust or dirt to build up around the PS Vita system
connectors, the AC Adaptor, the USB cable connectors or
accessory connectors. Dirty connectors may prevent signals
from being sent or received properly and can result in fire or
electrical shock. If the headphone connector is dirty, you may
experience sound interruptions. Clean all connectors by wiping
with a dry, soft cloth.

Contact with other objects

Observe the following precaution so that the surface of the
PS Vita system does not become discoloured or damaged:
Do not allow the system to remain in direct contact with rubber
or vinyl products for an extended period of time.

Battery life

The built-in battery has a limited life span. Battery duration will
decrease with repeated usage and age.

Hint

Battery life span varies depending on how the battery is stored and
on the conditions of use, including long-term environmental factors
such as temperature.

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Before disposing of or transferring your PS Vita system

Before disposing of or giving your PS Vita system to a third party
for any reason, deactivate your system and delete all the data
on your system. This will help prevent unauthorized access to or
use of your credit card or other personal details.
The PS Vita system and its parts are made of metal and plastic.
When disposing of the system, follow local regulations for the
proper disposal of such materials.

1 Back up your data

You can back up your PS Vita system data to a PS3™ system or
a computer using (Content Manager). Back up your data as
necessary. For details about backing up data, refer to the user's
guide.

Hint

You can restore the backed up data to a new PS Vita system using

(Content Man ager).

2 Deactivate the system

The system cannot be deactivated after it is given away or
disposed of. The number of PS Vita systems that can be
activated on one PlayStation®Network account is limited, so
deactivate the system before disposing of it. For details about
system activation, refer to the user's guide.
Deactivate each content category by going to (Settings)

[Start] [PlayStation®Network] [System Activation]

and tapping the content categories.

3 Restore the PS Vita system

Restore the PS Vita system settings to their default values and
delete all of the data in system memory. If you do not restore the
PS Vita system, a third party may be able to gain access to and
use your personal information and credit card number.
Tap (Settings) [Start] [Format] [Restore the
PS Vita System] and follow the on-screen instructions to
complete the operation.

Notice

Never remove the screws and never remove the battery from the
system. Tampering with the system will void the warranty and
result in refusal of service from SCEE. Please refer to the
guarantee supplied in the PS Vita package for full details.

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Where you see either symbol on any of our electrical products,
batteries or packaging, it indicates that the relevant electrical
product or battery should not be disposed of as general
household waste in Europe. To ensure the correct waste
treatment of the product and battery, please dispose of them in
accordance with any applicable local laws or requirements for
disposal of electrical equipment/batteries. In so doing, you will
help to conserve natural resources and improve standards of
environmental protection in treatment and disposal of electrical
waste.
This symbol may be used on batteries in combination with
additional chemical symbols. The chemical symbols for
mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) will appear if the battery contains
more than 0.0005% mercury or more than 0.004% lead.

This product contains a battery which is permanently built-in for
safety, performance or data integrity reasons. The battery
should not need to be replaced during the lifetime of the
product and should only be removed by skilled service
personnel. To ensure the correct waste treatment of the battery,
please dispose of this product as electrical waste.

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Specifications

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Depending on the software version in use, the system may
operate differently than described in this manual.

PlayStation®Vita system

5 inches / 12.7 cm (16 :9), 960 × 544,

Screen

Rear touch pad Capacitive mul ti-touch pad

Cameras

Sound

Sensors

Location

OLED, multi-touc h capacitive
touchscreen
Approximately 1 6,770,000 colours
displayed

Front camera, rear camera
Maximum resolution:

640 × 480 (VGA)

Built-in stereo speakers
Built-in microphone

Six-axis motion sensing system (three­axis gyroscope, three-axis
accelerometer),
Three-axis electronic compass

Built-in GPS (PCH-1104 only)
Supports Wi-Fi loca tion service

Main slots and
connectors

Power source

Maximum power
consumption

External dimensions

Weight

Operating
environment
temperature

PS Vita card slot
Memory card slot
SIM card slot (PCH -1104 only)
Multi-use port
Headset jack
Accessory port

Battery:

Type Built-in, rech argeable Lithium­ion battery
Power rating
DC 3.7 V, 2210 mAh

AC adaptor:

DC 5.0 V

Approx. 6 W (whe n charging)

Approx. 182.0 × 18 .6 × 83.5 mm
(width × height × depth)
(excluding largest projection)

PCH-1004:

Approx. 260 g

PCH-1104:

Approx. 279 g

5°C - 35°C

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Network features

Mobile network
(PCH-1104 only)

Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11b/g/n support*

Bluetooth® Bluetooth® 2.1+EDR compliant

* 802.11n is supported only for a 1 × 1 configuration.

Portable modem (dat a transmission):

HSDPA/HSUPA
GSM/GPRS/EDGE

AC adaptor

Input AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz

Output DC 5 V, 1500 mA (1.5 A)

External dimensions

Weight Approx. 51 g

Approx. 45 × 22 × 68 mm (width ×
height × depth) (excludes largest
projection)

Estimating the battery charge time*

Charging with the AC
adaptor

* When charging a battery with no charge remaining.

Approx. 2 hours 40 minutes

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Estimated battery duration

*1*2

Game

Video playback

Playing music

*1 When the screen brightness is set to the default setting, the

Bluetooth® fea ture is not being u sed, and headphon es are being
used.

*2 When the network feature is not being used.
*3 When the system is put into standby mode whilst music is being

played.

Hint

Battery duration may vary depending on screen brightness, how
network features (mobile network/Wi-Fi/ Bluetooth
and the type of cont ent being played.

*1

*1*3

Approx. 3 - 5 hours

Approx. 5 hours

Approx. 9 hours

®) are being used,

System software

The use of the system software included within this product is
subject to mandatory licence terms.
Refer to http://www.scei.co.jp/psvita-eula/ for further details.

Copyright and trademarks

" ", "PlayStation" and " " are registered
trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
" ", "LIVEAREA" and "PS3" are trademarks of the
same company.

"SONY" and " " are registered trademarks of Sony
Corporation.

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony
Computer Entertainment Inc. is under license. Other trademarks
and trade names are those of their respective owners.

3G/Wi-Fi model is powered by Qualcomm.

All other trademarks are the properties of their respective
owners.

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User's Guide

To read the User's Guide, tap [User's Guide] on the (Settings)
LiveArea™ screen. An internet connection is needed to read the
User's Guide.
You can also read the User's Guide on a PC by visiting the following
website:

eu.playstation.com/psvita/support/manuals/

Support Website

eu.playstation.com/psvita/support/

Visit the Support website for additional information about using your
PS Vita system and for answers to technical questions.

System Update Website

eu.playstation.com/psvita/support/system-software/

Visit the System Update website for information about PS Vita
system software updates.

© 2012 Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. All rights reserved.