Sony SCPH-5502 Instruction Manual

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Connector section

RESET button

1/u button

and indicator

Disc cover

Instruction manual

Thank you for purchasing the “PlayStation”video game console.
You can enjoy playing CD-ROM discs with both the “PlayStation” logo and
[PAL] designation, and audio CDs with this unit. Before operating the unit,
please read this manual and retain it for future reference.

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Memory card slots

Controller ports

L2 button, R2button,
L1 button, R1 button

Directional buttons

¢ , ® , ✕ , π buttons

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START button

SELECT button

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PrecautionsWARNING

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

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

WARNING

To prevent shock hazard, do not insert the plug
cut off from the mains lead into a socket outlet.
This plug cannot be used and should be
destroyed.

Caution

The use of optical instruments with this
product will increase eye hazard.

Read before playing with your
“PlayStation”

A few people may experience epileptic seizures
when viewing flashing lights or patterns in our
daily environment. These persons may
experience seizures while watching TV pictures
or playing video games. Even players who
have never had any seizures may nonetheless
have an undetected epileptic condition.
Consult your doctor before playing video
games if you have an epileptic condition or
should you experience any of the following
symptoms during play: altered vision, muscle
twitching, other involuntary movements, loss
of awareness of your surroundings, mental
confusion, and/or convulsions.

This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product.
The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT MARKING is located on
the bottom of the “PlayStation”.

On safety

• The laser beam emitted from the lens of your
“PlayStation” is harmful to the eyes. Do not
disassemble the casing. Servicing should be carried
out by qualified personnel only.

• Should any solid objects or liquid fall into your
“PlayStation”, unplug it immediately and have it
checked by qualified personnel before any further
use.

• When not in use, disconnect your “PlayStation”
from the mains. When disconnecting, grasp the
plug and pull it from the wall socket. Never pull
the cord itself.

For your health

• Be sure to take a break of about 15 minutes during
every hour of play.

• Do not play a game when you are very tired or
short of sleep.

• Play in a well lit room, sitting as far from the screen
as the cord will allow.

On operation

• Operate your “PlayStation” only on 220 - 240 V AC,
50 Hz.

• Do not cover your “PlayStation” during use as heat
may build up internally.

• Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock and do
not put any heavy objects on your “PlayStation”.
This could damage the console or the disc.

• Do not leave your “PlayStation” near heat sources,
or in a place subject to direct sunlight (operating
temperature: 5˚C-35˚C), excessive dust or sand,
moisture, rain, on an uneven surface, or in a car
with its windows closed.

• If your “PlayStation” causes interference to radio or
television receptions, turn it off or move it away
from those appliances.

• Do not touch the lens inside the disc cover. To
protect the lens from dust, keep the disc cover
closed except when inserting or removing a disc. If
the lens is not clean, your “PlayStation” may not
operate properly.

• Your “PlayStation” is not disconnected from the AC
power source (mains) as long as it is connected to
the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been
turned off.

About the discs

You can use the two kinds of discs with your
“PlayStation”: CD-ROM discs with both “PlayStation”
logo and [PAL] designation, and audio CDs.

About the nameplate

The nameplate is located on the bottom of the unit.

On handling discs

• Do not leave the discs near heat sources or in direct
sunlight or excessive moisture.

• Store the discs in their cases when they’re not in
use.

• When handling the discs, do not touch the surface.
Hold them by the edge.

• Do not stick paper or tape on the discs.

• Do not write on the discs with a marker, etc.

On moisture condensation

If your “PlayStation” is brought directly from a cold to
a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room,
moisture may condense on the lens inside. Should
this occur, your “PlayStation” may not operate
properly. In this case, remove the disc for several
hours until the moisture evaporates. If your
“PlayStation” still does not operate properly, ring the
“PlayStation” service line number listed on your
customer service card.

Do not connect your “PlayStation” to a
projection TV

Do not connect your “PlayStation” to a projection TV
unless it is the LCD type. Permanent damage to your
TV screen could otherwise result.

Never analyze or remodel your
“PlayStation”

Use your “PlayStation” following the instructions in
this manual. Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
expressly prohibits the analysis or remodelling of the
“PlayStation”, and also prohibits the analysis, use of
its circuit configurations without express written
permission of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

Precautions

Your”PlayStation” is not disconnected from the AC power
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet,
even if the unit itself has been turned off.

Unpacking Table of contents

Check that you have the following items:

Console

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WARNING 2

Precautions 2

Unpacking 3

Connecting your
“PlayStation” to a TV set 4

Playing a game 5

Controller

AC power cord AV cable (integrated

audio/video)

Using a memory card 6

Playing an audio CD 7

Troubleshooting 8

Specifications 11

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Connecting your ”PlayStation” to a TV set

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

For the customers in Australia

A few models of television sets or monitors may display a bouncing or other incorrect screen effect when
connected to the “PlayStation”. Any applicable warranties offered by Sony Computer Entertainment
Australia Pty. Ltd. may be limited or disclaimed in some particular cases of this occurrence. Should you
experience any difficulties for whatever reason with your “PlayStation” please contact the nearest
“PlayStation” Hardware Help Line listed in every “PlayStation“ game manual.

For the customers in New Zealand

A few models of television sets or monitors may display a bouncing or other incorrect screen effect when
connected to the “PlayStation”. Any applicable warranties offered by Sony Computer Entertainment
New Zealand, a division of Sony Music Entertainment (New Zealand) Ltd. may be limited or disclaimed
in some particular cases of this occurrence. Should you experience any difficulties for whatever reason
with your “PlayStation” please contact your country “PlayStation” Hardware Help Line listed in every
“PlayStation“ game manual.

Connecting to a TV with audio/video inputs

Connect your “PlayStation” to the TV using the supplied AV cable (integrated audio/video), making
sure you match the colours on the plugs and terminals.
If your TV is monaural, do not connect the red plugs.

After connecting

Set your TV to the appropriate video input mode. (Refer to the instruction manual of your TV.)