Sony CFI-1202A User manual

CFI-1202A
PlayStation®5
Quick Start Guide

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1Place the console with the rear side facing up, and
then remove the cap from the screw hole.
2Store the cap in the bottom of the base, and then
remove the screw from the bottom of the base.
3Attach the base, and then secure with the screw using
your hand. You can also use a coin to tighten the
screw.
Bottom of
base
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1 Attach the base.
Always attach the base to the console, whether it’s in the
vertical or horizontal position.
Place your console on a flat surface when attaching the
base.
You’ll need to reconfigure the base for the position
of your console. Rotate the top and bottom part of
the base in opposite directions. Keep rotating until
you hear a “click”.
For the vertical position
Hook
With the base attached
Make sure the hook is in the position
as illustrated below before attaching
the base to the console.

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2 Connect the HDMI cable and the AC
power cord.
Use the included cables.
Make all connections before plugging the AC power cord
into an electricity supply.
HDMI OUT port HDMI IN port
HDMI® cable
To an electricity supply
AC IN
connector
AC power cord
Rear view
For the horizontal position
Hook
With the base attached
Make sure the hook is in the position
as illustrated below before attaching
the base to the console.
1Place the console with the rear side facing up. Align
the base with the marked area on the console, and
press the base in firmly.

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3 Connect the LAN cable.
For a wired connection to the internet, use a LAN cable
(not included).
If you’re going to use Wi-Fi®, don’t connect a LAN cable
and skip to the next step.
4 Turn on your TV and set the input
to HDMI.
Rear view
LAN port
5 Turn on your PlayStation®5 console by
pressing the (power) button.
The power indicator blinks blue, and then turns white.
If you leave the console idle for 60 seconds after you turn it on,
the screen reader turns on. You can listen to on-screen text and
other important information read aloud to help you accomplish
what you want to do.
Screen reader is available only in certain languages.
Front view
Power indicator
(power) button

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6 Connect your wireless controller to your
console using a USB cable, and then
press the (PS) button.
To pair your controller, connect it with a USB cable to
the USB port on your console. When you press the
(PS) button, the controller turns on.
USB Type-A port USB port
(PS) button
USB cable
Front view
7 Make it your own.
You’re almost done! Follow the on-screen instructions to
• Set up your console
Select your language, configure your internet connection
settings, and manage your power save settings.
To save energy while powered-down, your console is set to
Low Power Use in rest mode. See also “Put your console in rest
mode” (page 12).
• Set up your account
Create a new account or sign in with an existing
account, such as one you created on a PlayStation®4
console. See also “For PS4 users” (page 6).
• Download your content
Download purchased PS5™ games and media apps. If
you have a PS4™ console, you can transfer the data to
your PS5 console.
You’ll know that setup is complete when Welcome to
PlayStation 5 appears on your screen.
Will a child be using your PS5 console? See also “Parental
controls” (page 6).
• The setup options that you see are tailored to your needs,
based on information such as your network environment and
the account that you’re signed into.
• You can go back and change any of your settings by selecting
Settings from the home screen.

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Parental controls
You can manage settings for children who use your PS5
console. Parental controls let you set restrictions on the
games children can play, when and how long they play,
whether or not they can chat, and more.
Each adult ( ) and child ( ) will need their own separate
accounts. When you create an account for a child, it’s
automatically linked to your account, creating a family. You
can set parental controls only for children in your family.
You can use an existing account, such as one you created on a PS4
console, for your PS5 console. Your family and parental control settings
will carry over to your PS5 console.
For PS4 users
Play some PS4 games on your PS5 console
Enjoy supported PS4 games*on your PS5 console.
* Some functionalities available on the PS4 console may be absent
when played on the PS5 console. You must update to the latest system
software version. Internet connection required.
Transfer data from a PS4 console to your
PS5 console
Connect your PS4 console and
PS5 console to the same network
to transfer data such as game
save data, user information, and
downloaded content.
If you have a USB drive that you’ve
been using as USB extended
storage for your PS4 console, you
can continue using it by simply
connecting it to your PS5 console.
Use the same account you
created on a PS4 console
There’s no need to create a new
account for your PS5 console. Just
sign in with your existing account
and your game history, trophies,
profile, and any exchanges you’ve
had with friends will transfer to your
PS5 console.

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Parental controls
Create an account for a child
You can create a child account and set parental controls at
the same time.
Press the (PS) button to open the control centre. Select
your profile picture, then select Switch User. From the user
selection screen, select Add User to create an account.
Review and change your parental control settings
We recommend that you check the child’s parental controls
regularly. You can review or update them by selecting
Settings > Family and Parental Controls from the home
screen.
Game rating icons
Each game comes with a game rating icon that helps you
determine whether it’s age-appropriate for the child.
Australia
Player’s Age 3 and
above
8 and
above
15 and
above
18 and
above
Game Age
Rating
New Zealand
Player’s Age 3 and
above
8 and
above
13 and
above
15 and
above
16 and
above
18 and
above
Game Age
Rating
Find out more about parental control features and setup in the User’s
Guide (page 13).

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What’s on the screen
Home screen
From the home screen, you can go to two types of content: games or media.
In the games home, you’ll find your games, PlayStation™Store, and other game-related apps.
In the media home, you’ll find music, video, and other non-game related apps.
Switch home screens
Switch between games and media.
Search, change your settings, and edit your
profile.
Hub
Learn more about the game or app you
selected, and find related information.
• On the PS5 console, the button confirms selected items.
• To return to the home screen while your game or app is running, select Home from
the control centre, or press and hold the (PS) button on your controller.

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What’s on the screen
Control centre
Press the (PS) button to open the control centre.
You can access a variety of features without leaving your game or app.
Cards
Cards show you features and activities related
to your games and apps that are available
depending on what you’re doing at that
moment. Select a card to learn more, or jump
to the next card.
Controls
Select Home to return to your home screen,
and Power to turn off your PS5 console.
Perform other basic functions here, too.
Get quick access to the functions and settings
you use most during gameplay.

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Let’s play
Play a game from a disc
Insert the disc.
Game data will start copying, and you’ll get a notification
when the game is ready to play.
Select the game from your games home.
Eject the disc
Press the (eject) button to eject the disc.
Front view
(eject) button
Play a digital game
You can play a game that you downloaded from
PlayStation Store .
You’ll get a notification when the game is downloaded and
ready to play.
Select the game from your games home.
• To purchase and download games, you’ll need to connect your
console to the internet and sign in to your account.
• PlayStation™Network and PlayStation Store subject to terms of
use and country and language restrictions. Users are responsible
for internet service fees. Charges apply for some content and / or
services.
Users must be 7 years or older and users under 18 require parental
consent. Additional age restrictions may apply. Service availability
is not guaranteed. Online features of specific games may be
withdrawn on reasonable notice - playstation.com/gameservers.
Full terms apply: PSN Terms of Service at playstation.com/legal.

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Use your controller
Charge your controller
With your PS5 console turned on or in rest mode, use a USB
cable to connect your controller to the console. When your
console is in rest mode, the light bar on your controller slowly
blinks orange. After charging is complete, the light bar turns
off.
To charge your controller while your console is in rest mode, go to
Settings > System > Power Saving > Features Available in Rest
Mode > Supply Power to USB Ports, and select an option other than
Off.
Mute your microphone
Each time you press the mute button, your mic switches
between muted (button lit) and unmuted (button off).
Press and hold the mute button to mute your mic and to
turn off sound output from the speakers on your controller
and TV. Press the mute button again to return to the original
state.
Mute button
Microphones
Lit : Mic is muted
O : Mic is unmuted
Blinking : Mic and sound output are
muted
Use multiple controllers
You can use up to 4 controllers at once. Press the (PS)
button to assign numbers to your controllers. The player
indicator lights turn on accordingly. Numbers are assigned
in order from 1, and you can determine your controller’s
number by the number of lights that turn on.
Light bar
Player indicator
(PS) button
• You’ll need to pair your controller when you use it for the first time
(page 5).
• When you play a PS4 game, your controller’s light bar glows
blue, red, green, or pink based on the order that the controller is
connected. This is separate from the player indicator.
Turn on your PS5 console with a controller
Press the (PS) button on a controller that has finished
pairing to turn on your PS5 console.

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Shutting down
Caution
Disconnect the AC power cord from the electricity supply only when
the power indicator is off. If you disconnect it while the power
indicator is on solidly or blinking, data might be lost or become
corrupted, and you might damage your console.
Put your console in rest mode
Your PS5 console’s power saving mode is called rest
mode. You can do things like charge your controller via
the console’s USB ports, automatically update your system
software, and keep your game or app suspended while
powered down. To find out which rest mode settings are
optimal for you, see the User’s Guide (page 13).
For some features, you’ll need to enable their settings to use them.
Go to Settings > System > Power Saving > Features Available in
Rest Mode.
Select Power from the control centre, and then select
Enter Rest Mode. The power indicator blinks white, and then
turns orange. To exit rest mode, press the (PS) button.
Turn o your console completely
Select Power from the control centre, and then select
Turn Off PS5. The power indicator blinks white, and then the
console turns off.
Power indicator
White Console is on.
Orange Console is in rest mode.
Off Console is off.

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Further information
Safety Guide
Learn how to use your PS5 console safely with the supplied
Safety Guide. This printed manual also contains product
warranty terms and information about specifications. Be sure
to read it before using your console.
User’s Guide
Find out about everything your PS5 console can do. Learn
how to configure settings and how to use each function.
From your PS5 console’s home screen, go to Settings >
User’s Guide, Health and Safety, and Other Information >
User’s Guide.
Customer Support Website
Find online support information such as step by step
troubleshooting and frequently asked questions by visiting
playstation.com/help.
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