Sony CFI-1215A User manual

CFI-1215A
PlayStation®5
Quick Start Guide
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For the vertical position
With the base attached
Hook
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, 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”.

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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 electrical outlet.
HDMI OUT port HDMI IN port
HDMI™ cable
To an electrical outlet
AC IN
connector AC power cord
Rear view
For the horizontal position
With the base attached
Make sure the hook is in the position
as illustrated below before attaching
the base to the console.
Hook
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.
Select Optimized Experience in Power Options for Rest Mode
to charge your controller during rest mode or to enable your
update files to install automatically (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
You can play select compatible PS4 games in disc or digital
formats on your PS5 console with a system software update.
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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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 center. 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.
Approximate
age of user 6 10 13 17
Game rating
labels
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 center, or press and hold the (PS) button on your controller.

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Control center
Press the (PS) button to open the control center.
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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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.