Sony PlayStation 2 SCPH-90004 User manual

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SCPH-90004
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2Table of contents
Preparation
Getting started................................................................................ 3
Part names......................................................................................4
Connecting to a TV........................................................................ 5
Connecting digital audio equipment .............................................. 7
Connecting the controller............................................................... 8
Connecting the AC power cord......................................................8
Turning the console on and off ......................................................9
Games
Playing a game............................................................................. 11
Using Memory Cards...................................................................14
Audio CDs
Playing an audio CD ....................................................................16
DVDs
Watching a DVD ..........................................................................18
Using the playback modes............................................................22
Adjusting DVD player settings ....................................................24
Main menu
Displaying the main menu............................................................31
Using the Browser screen.............................................................31
Using the System Configuration menu ........................................32
Using the Version Information screen..........................................35
Networking
Connecting to a network...............................................................38
Creating network settings.............................................................40
Additional information
Specifications ...............................................................................41
About the PlayStation®2 console documentation
The PlayStation®2 console documentation includes the following:
• Quick Reference
A manual that is included in the package with the console. It contains information on
setting up and performing basic operations on the console, as well as safety and
troubleshooting information.
•User's Guide (this document)
This document (in PDF format) is accessed from a PC through the Internet and
contains information on performing advanced operations on the console, technical
specifications and other information. You can download this document from the
support page on the Sony Computer Entertainment Web site
(eu.playstation.com/manuals).
Table of contents

3
Getting started
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You can place the console in either the horizontal or vertical position.
Horizontal position
Set the console horizontally.
Vertical position
When setting the console in the vertical
position, use the SCPH-90110 E Vertical
Stand (for PlayStation®2) (sold separately).
Hint
Some Vertical Stands (for PlayStation®2) cannot be used with this model of the
PlayStation®2 console. For details, see the Quick Reference manual ( page 2).
Choose the SCPH-90110 E when purchasing a Vertical Stand.
Caution
Do not place the console in locations where it may be exposed to the following
conditions:
• Places subject to excessive cigarette smoke or dust. Cigarette smoke residue
or dust build-up on the internal components, such as the lens, may cause the
console to malfunction.
• Places subject to extreme temperatures, in direct sunlight, near a heat source,
or in a car with its windows closed (particularly in summer). These conditions
may warp the exterior of the console or cause the console to malfunction.
• Places close to magnetic fields, such as those produced by magnets or
loudspeakers.
• Places subject to vibration.
Preparation
Getting started
Positioning the console
MEMORY CARD MEMORY CARD

4Part names
* The " " product family logo can be rotated to match the horizontal or vertical
positioning of the console.
Hint
You can connect various USB devices to the PlayStation®2 console, but not all are
compatible. Refer to the instructions supplied with the USB device for more
information.
Hint
For part names of the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2), see "Using the Analog
Controller (DUALSHOCK®2)" ( page 13).
Part names
PlayStation®2 console front
MEMORY CARD MEMORY CARD
Controller port 2
" " product family logo*
A(open) button
IR receiver
USB connector
MEMORY CARD slot 2
MEMORY CARD slot 1
Controller port 1
]/1 (on/standby) indicator
]/1 (on/standby)/RESET button
Disc cover
PlayStation®2 console rear
Rear vent
~AC IN connector
AV MULTI OUT connector
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)
connector
NETWORK connector

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Connecting to a TV
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• Do not plug the AC power cord for the console into the electrical outlet
until you have made all other connections.
• Check that the TV is turned off.
Connect the console to the TV as shown below.
Caution
If you display a still image on a plasma or projection* TV screen for an extended
period of time, "ghosting" may occur. This is a characteristic of these types of
TVs. Static, non-moving images, such as console setting menus, DVD menus or
paused images, may leave a faint image permanently on the TV screen if left on
for an extended time. Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV for details.
Hint
The console can be connected to a VCR or an integrated TV/VCR. Note, however,
that if you play a DVD with copy-protection encryption, picture quality may be
reduced.
Connecting to a TV
Before connecting
Connecting to a TV using the supplied AV Cable
L-AUDIO-RVIDEO
Audio and video inputs of the TV
Do not use when
connecting to a
monaural TV.
To the AV MULTI
OUT connector
AV Cable
Console rear
White RedYellow
* Except those of LCD screen types

6Connecting to a TV
Connect your PlayStation®2 console to the Euro-AV connector (SCART)
on the TV using the Euro-AV connector plug and AV Cable, making sure
you match the colour-coded plugs of the AV Cable to the matching jacks
of the connector plug.
After connecting
Set your TV to the appropriate video input mode. Refer to the Instruction
Manual of your TV.
Picture quality varies depending on the type of cable used. Use the
information below to determine the best connection method.
If you use a cable other than the supplied AV cable, refer to the instructions
supplied with the cable.
Connecting to a TV with a Euro-AV connector
using the Euro-AV connector plug
To Euro-AV
connector
To AV MULTI
OUT connector
Console rear
Euro-AV
connector plug
AV Cable
When using a cable other than the supplied AV
cable
TV Cable type
A TV with component video
input connectors
Component AV Cable (SCPH-10490)
A TV with Euro-AV (SCART)
connector
Euro-AV Cable (SCPH-10142)
A TV with S VIDEO inputs S VIDEO Cable (SCPH-10480)
Picture quality scale High quality
xAV Cable (supplied) xS VIDEO Cable xComponent AV Cable
This scale is intended only as a reference. Depending on the product or
condition of your TV, the picture quality may be different.
When using the Euro-AV Cable, picture quality may vary depending on your
TV's AV connection.
For optimum picture quality, connect your Euro-AV cable to an RGB-
compatible socket on your TV. Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV
for details.

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Connecting digital audio equipment
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Hints
• The DVD player's progressive scan mode is only available when playing a disc
recorded in NTSC format, and viewed on a TV that supports progressive scan
(480p).
• You cannot connect the console to a TV with component video inputs that are
exclusively for HDTV use (Y PBPR). Refer to the instructions supplied with your
TV for details. By using a commercially available optical digital cable, you can enjoy
surround sound with the effect of being in a movie theatre or a concert hall.
When connecting the console to audio equipment with digital connectors,
refer to the instructions supplied with the device to be connected.
Hints
• If you connect the console to audio equipment using an optical digital cable, it may
affect the audio output of some PlayStation®2 format software with the result that
no sound is produced. If this happens, use a cable such as the supplied AV Cable
and connect it to the console's AV MULTI OUT connector. Do not use an optical
digital cable.
• After connecting digital audio equipment, set "Digital Out (Optical)" to "On" in the
System Configuration menu. For details, see "Digital Out (Optical)" ( page 33).
Connecting digital audio
equipment
OPTICAL
DIGITAL IN
Console rear
Connected device
Commercially available optical
digital cable

8Connecting the controller
1Insert the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2) into a controller
port of the console.
Hint
Some software titles designate a specific controller port to be used. Refer to the
instructions supplied with the software for details.
Warnings
• The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.
• Do not plug the AC power cord for the console into the electrical outlet until you
have made all other connections.
1Connect the AC power cord to the ~ AC IN connector on the
console rear.
Connecting the controller
MEMORY CARD MEMORY CARD
MEMORY CARD
Console front
Analog Controller
(DUALSHOCK®2)
Connecting the AC power cord
Console rear
AC power cord
~AC IN connector

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Turning the console on and off
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2Plug the AC power cord into the electrical outlet.
The =/1(on/standby) indicator on the console front will light up in red
to indicate that the console is in standby mode.
Do not turn on the console until you have finished these steps. Refer to the
instructions supplied with your TV for details.
• Turn on the TV.
• Change your TV setting to display output from the line to which the
console is connected.
1Check that the =/1(on/standby) indicator on the console
front is lit up in red.
2Press the =/1(on/standby)/RESET button on the console
front.
The =/1indicator on the console front will turn green and output from
the console will be displayed on the TV.
Console rear
AC power cord
To the electrical outlet
Some regions and countries may
use a different electrical outlet
plug from the one illustrated.
MEMORY CARD MEMORY CARD
Console front
]/1 indicator
Turning the console on and off
Before turning on the console
Turning on the console
MEMORY CARD MEMORY CARD
Console front
=/1/RESET button
=/1indicator

10 Turning the console on and off
Hints
• The first time you turn on the console after purchase, screens for setting
"Language", "Time Zone" and "Daylight Savings Time (Summer Time)" will be
displayed. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the settings.
• If you connect the console to a wide-screen TV, set "Screen Size" in the System
Configuration menu ( page 33).
1Press and hold the =/1/RESET button on the console front for
at least one second.
The =/1indicator will turn red to indicate that the console has entered
standby mode.
Warning
The power is not completely turned off when the console is in standby mode. If
you do not plan to use the console for an extended period of time, unplug the
AC power cord from the electrical outlet.
Turning off the console
MEMORY CARD MEMORY CARD
Console front
=/1/RESET button
=/1indicator

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Playing a game
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Check that the connections to the TV and audio equipment are correct and
that the precautions have been met.
• "Precautions" in the Quick Reference manual ( page 2)
• "Connecting to a TV" ( page 5)
• "Connecting the controller" ( page 8)
• "Connecting the AC power cord" ( page 8)
Hint
To play online games, you first need to connect to and set up a network. See
"Connecting to a network" ( page 38) for details.
1Turn on the console ( page 9).
The main menu is displayed ( page 31).
2Press the A(open) button on the console front.
The disc cover opens.
3Place the disc in the console.
Set the disc in the disc holder with the label side facing up.
Games
Playing a game
MEMORY CARD MEMORY CARD
=/1/RESET buttonA(open) button
Disc cover
Place the disc in the console with the label
side facing up.
Place the disc so that all three tabs
are above the disc's surface.
Before playing a game Starting a game

12 Playing a game
4Close the disc cover.
After the disc cover is closed, the game will start.
Hints
• You can also start a game from the Browser screen ( page 31).
• If you turn on the console after inserting a disc, the game will start automatically.
To reset a game
Press the \/1(on/standby)/RESET button on the console front. Do not
accidentally press the @/1/RESET button while playing a game, as doing
so will cause the game to reset.
Caution
When removing a disc, check that the disc has stopped completely. Do not touch
the disc if it is spinning, as doing so may cause injury, damage to the disc or
console malfunction.
1Press the Abutton on the console front.
2Remove the disc.
Hold down the black centre part of the console, and then lift the disc
by the edges.
3Close the disc cover.
4Press the =/1/RESET button.
The main menu is displayed ( page 31).
Changing game discs
1Open the disc cover and remove the disc.
When removing a disc, hold down the black centre part of the disc
holder and then lift the disc by the edges.
2Insert a disc.
3Close the disc cover and reset the console.
The new game will start.
Hint
You do not need to turn off the console when changing games.
Ending a game
MEMORY CARD MEMORY CARD
MEMORY CARD MEMORY CARD
Press the black centre part
of the disc holder.

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Playing a game
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The Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2) is equipped with a pressure-
sensitive button function. It also has a vibration function.
Part names
* The left and right analog sticks, or the L3 and R3 buttons, function only in analog
mode (indicator: red).
* The L3 and R3 buttons function when the analog sticks are pressed.
Hint
Before using the Analog Controller
(DUALSHOCK®2), with the console turned on,
rotate the left and right analog sticks once with your
thumbs. Do not twist the analog sticks, but rotate as if
drawing a circle as shown in the diagram.
About mode switching
The ANALOG mode button can be used to switch between two modes.
Switch to the appropriate mode for use. Note, however, that some software
titles make this adjustment automatically.
Hints
• When using the Analog Controller in digital mode, the left and right analog sticks
do not function. Also, the pressure-sensitive button function is turned off.
• Depending on the software, you may not be able to switch modes even if you press
the ANALOG mode button.
About analog controls
• When playing a PlayStation®2 format software title, you can use all
buttons in analog mode except for the START, SELECT, L3 and R3
buttons.
• When playing a PlayStation®format software title, only the left and right
analog sticks can be used in analog mode.
Hint
Depending on the software, the buttons for use in analog mode may be limited. Refer
to the instructions supplied with the software for details.
About the vibration function
The vibration function can be set to ON or OFF in the software options
menu.
Hint
Depending on the software, the vibration function may be set to "On" automatically.
Using the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2)
SELECT button
L2 button
L1 button
Directional
buttons
Mode indicator
ANALOG mode button
START button
R2 button
R1 button
button
button
button
button
Right analog stick/ R3 button*
Left analog stick/ L3 button*
Digital mode
(indicator: off)
Analog mode
(indicator: red)

14 Using Memory Cards
You can use the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®) (SCPH-110 E) with
the PlayStation®2 console, but the functions of the buttons in analog mode
may be different from those of the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2).
Only the left and right analog sticks can be used in analog mode.
Hint
Not all PlayStation®2 format software titles support the use of the Analog Controller
(DUALSHOCK®) (SCPH-110 E). The Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2)
should be used in such cases.
You can save and load game data using a Memory Card (sold separately).
You can also delete game data or copy game data from one Memory Card
to another.
There are two types of Memory Cards. Select a Memory Card suitable for
the software in use.
MagicGate™ is a term of copyright protection technology developed by Sony
Corporation
About using the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®)
(SCPH-110 E) Using Memory Cards
About Memory Card types
Memory Card type Compatible software Amount of memory
Memory Card (8MB) (for
PlayStation®2)
(SCPH-10020 E)
PlayStation®2 format
software
Approx. 8 MB
Memory Card
(SCPH-1020 E)*
* This product is no
longer manufactured.
PlayStation®format
software
15 memory blocks
(approx. 120 KB)

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Using Memory Cards
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Insert the Memory Card into a MEMORY CARD slot on the console front.
Hint
Some software titles designate a specific MEMORY CARD slot to use. Refer to the
instructions supplied with the software for details.
Depending on the software, the procedure for saving or loading may vary.
Refer to the instructions supplied with the software for details.
1At the Browser screen ( page 31), use the directional
buttons to select the icon for the Memory Card you want to
use for copying or deleting data and then press the
button.
2Select the icon for the data you want to copy or delete, and
then press the button.
3Select "Copy" or "Delete", and then press the button.
When copying game data, check that two Memory Cards are inserted
in the console. If you have selected "Delete", skip to step 5.
4Select the destination, and then press the button.
5Select "Yes", and then press the button.
While copying or deleting data, do not remove the Memory Cards.
6When copying or deleting is completed, press the button.
Hints
• To view information about a game data item, select the icon for the data and then
press the button to check the details.
• Compatibility between software and Memory Cards:
– You cannot save or copy PlayStation®2 format software to a Memory Card
(SCPH-1020 E).
– You cannot save PlayStation®format game data to a Memory Card (8MB) (for
PlayStation®2). You can, however, copy PlayStation®format game data from a
Memory Card (SCPH-1020 E) to a Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) for
storage purposes. Note that such game data cannot be loaded directly from a
Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2).
Inserting a Memory Card
Saving or loading game data
Copying or deleting game data
MEMORY CARD MEMORY CARD
MEMORY CARD
Console front

16 Playing an audio CD
1Turn on the console and insert the disc ( page 11).
Follow steps 1 to 4 of "Starting a game".
The track numbers are displayed.
2Using the directional buttons, select the track number you
want to play and then press the button.
Playback begins.
Hints
• If you turn on the console after inserting a disc, the track numbers are displayed
automatically.
• You can also start playback from the Browser screen ( page 31).
Caution
To play an audio CD recorded in DTS format, you must connect a device with
a DTS decoder to the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector ( page 7). Note
that an extremely loud noise may be emitted if the device does not have a DTS
decoder or if it is connected to the AV MULTI OUT connector.
Using the directional buttons, select the icon for the desired track and then
press the button.
* You can operate directly by pressing the analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2)
buttons shown in parentheses.
Hint
You can also use the DVD Remote Control (for PlayStation®2) (sold separately).
1Using the directional buttons, select xand then press the
button.
Playback stops. Press the A(open) button on the console front to
remove the disc.
Audio CDs
Playing an audio CD
Playing a CD
Operating the CD player during playback
Icon (button*)Function
.(L1 button) Go to the beginning of the current or previous track
m(L2 button) Fast reverse
M(R2 button) Fast forward
>(R1 button) Go to the beginning of the next track
N(START button) Start playback
X(START button) Pause playback
x(SELECT button) Stop playback
Ending audio CD playback

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Playing an audio CD
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You can set for "Play Mode" and "Repeat".
1At the Browser screen ( page 31), use the directional
buttons to select the audio CD icon and then press the
button.
The Play Options screen is displayed.
2Select "Play Mode" or "Repeat", and then press the
button.
3Select the desired setting, and then press the button.
If you select "Program", the screen for specifying track order will be
displayed. Select the tracks you want to play.
4Press the button.
The Browser screen is displayed.
5Select the audio CD icon, and then press the button.
The track numbers are displayed, and the setting option is shown in the
lower left of the screen.
6Select the desired track, and then press the button.
Playback begins.
Hints
• You can also access the Play Options screen from the screen displaying the tracks
by selecting the Audio CD icon in the upper left corner of the screen and pressing
the button.
• You can set "Play Mode" and "Repeat" at the same time.
Playing in various modes
Play Mode Normal Plays tracks as recorded on the CD
Program Plays tracks in a specified order
Shuffle Plays tracks in a random order
Repeat Off Does not play the CD repeatedly
All Plays all tracks repeatedly
1 Plays a track repeatedly

18 Watching a DVD
You can operate the DVD player using the following methods.
• Using the on-screen Control Panel
• Operating directly using the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2)
• Using the DVD Remote Control (for PlayStation®2) (sold separately)
The following instructions assume use of the Control Panel to operate the
DVD player. Some operations may be different depending on the method
used.
Hints
• For details about playing a DVD, refer to the instructions supplied with the DVD.
• The PlayStation®2 console plays disc content as recorded in the DVD software.
Note that not all features are available on all DVDs.
1Start playback of the DVD ( page 20).
2Press the SELECT button.
The Control Panel is displayed. If you press the SELECT button again,
the display will change its position on the screen.
3Using the directional buttons, select an icon and then press
the button.
Hint
To turn off the Control Panel, press the SELECT button (once or twice), or press the
button.
Control Panel item list
You can access the following options in the Control Panel.
DVDs
Watching a DVD
Using the Control Panel
Icon Function
Menu Displays the DVD-Video menu
Top Menu Displays the DVD-Video menu

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Watching a DVD
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Hints
• You can use " " to check the options that can be accessed directly using the
buttons of the Analog Controller. To access the options directly using the
controller, you must clear the Control Panel from the screen.
• Depending on the playback mode, some options may not be available or cannot be
adjusted.
OReturn Returns to the previously selected screen
within the DVD's menu
Audio Options Displays and changes audio options on
DVDs with multiple audio tracks
Angle Options Displays and changes viewing angles on
DVDs recorded with multi-angle options
Subtitle Options Displays and changes subtitle options on
DVDs with subtitle options
Go To
Skips to the selected title, chapter or the
specified time, and starts playback
( page 20)
Setup
Displays and changes options for
language, picture quality, Parental Control
level, audio, etc. ( page 24)
Time Display
Displays the current title or chapter
number, the elapsed time, etc.
( page 21)
Help Displays the direct button functions of the
Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2)
0~9 Go to Chapter Used to enter the number of a chapter you
want to play ( page 20)
./>Previous/Next Returns/skips to the beginning of the
current, previous or next chapter
/Search Fast reverses/forwards playback
( page 21)
/Slow Changes to playback/reverse playback in
slow-motion
Icon Function
NPlay Starts playback
XPause Pauses playback
xStop Stops playback ( page 20)
A-B Repeat
Specifies a scene for playback, and starts
playback of the scene that has been set
( page 23)
Shuffle Play Begins playback of titles or chapters in a
random order ( page 23)
Program Play Begins playback of titles or chapters in a
programmed sequence ( page 22)
Repeat Play
Selects repeated playback of all the titles
on the disc, or one title or one chapter
( page 23)
Original/Play List
For DVD-RW discs (VR mode), selects
Original or Play List content to play
( page 22)
Clear Clears selected numbers or playback
modes ( page 24)
Icon Function

20 Watching a DVD
1Turn on the console and insert a disc ( page 11).
Follow steps 1 to 4 of "Starting a game". Playback begins.
Hints
• If you turn on the console after inserting a disc, playback will begin automatically.
• You can also start playback from the Browser screen ( page 31).
1During playback, select xin the Control Panel ( page 18)
and then press the button.
Playback stops. Press the A(open) button on the console front, and
then remove the disc.
1During playback, select xin the Control Panel ( page 18)
and then press the button.
2Select N, and then press the button.
Playback begins from the point where you stopped the disc in step 1.
To clear Resume Play
After step 1, select xand then press the button.
Selecting a scene by chapter number
1During playback, select the desired chapter number in the
Control Panel ( page 18) and then press the button.
Playback of the selected chapter begins. If you want to play a chapter
with a single digit number (i.e. 1-9), enter a leading zero. For example,
enter as "01".
Selecting a scene by title number, chapter number or by
specifying the time
1During playback, select in the Control Panel
( page 18) and then press the button.
2Select an item, and then press the button.
3Select the numbers for the desired scene, and then press the
button.
Playback of the selected chapter begins.
Playing a DVD
Ending DVD playback x
Playing a DVD from the last stopping point
(Resume Play)
Selecting a specific scene for playback
Title Specifies the title number
Chapter Specifies the chapter number
C XX:XX:XX
(or T XX:XX:XX)
Specifies the elapsed time for the chapter (or title)