Sony PlayStation 3 (Uncharted: Drake's Fortune Limited Edition... Operator's manual

Quick Reference
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About the PS3™ system documentation
The PS3™ system documentation includes the following:
• Safety and Support
Before using the product, carefully read this document first. It contains safety information
related to use of the PS3™ system, troubleshooting, specifications and other information.
• Quick Reference (this document)
This document contains information on setting up the PS3™ system, preparing for use and
basic hardware operations.
• User’s Guide (http://manuals.playstation.net/document/)
This online document is accessed through the Internet and contains detailed information
related to the use of the PS3™ system software ( page 26).
Friends
Chatting and exchanging messages
Network
Connecting to the Internet
Game
Playing games
Video
Playing video
Music
Playing music
Photo
Displaying images
Settings
Adjusting PS3™ system settings
Users
Selecting users to log in to the PS3™
system
Check that you have all of the following items. If any items are missing, contact
the appropriate PlayStation®customer service helpline which can be found
within every PlayStation®and PLAYSTATION®3 software manual.
sPLAYSTATION®3 system
sSIXAXIS™ Wireless Controller
sPrinted materials
sUSB Cable
sAV Cable
sEuro-AV Connector Plug
(supplied with the system
sold in the UK only)
sAC Power Cord
One of the following two cable
types is supplied with the
system. The plug configuration
varies depending on the country
or region.

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Home Menu
Category
Item
Using "XMB" (XrossMediaBar)
The PS3™ system includes a user interface called "XMB"
(XrossMediaBar). The main screen for "XMB" is called the "Home
Menu".
1
2
3
Select a category using the left or
right button.
Select an item using the up or
down button.
Press the button to confirm the
selected item.
button: Displays the options menu/control panel
Icons Options menu
Selecting an icon and pressing the
button will display the options menu.
Pressing the button during content
playback will display the control panel.
Control panel
button:
Cancels an operation
Directional buttons:
Used to select on-screen categories/items
button:
Confirms the selected item
PS button:
Displays the Home Menu
Turns the system on/off

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Getting started
Part names
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System front
PS family logo
Can be rotated to match the
position of the system
Disc slot
Power button
USB connectors
HDD access indicator
WLAN access indicator
Eject button
Caution
• Do not use the system in a closed cabinet or other locations where heat
may build up. Doing so may cause the system to overheat and may lead to
fire, injury or malfunction.
• If the system’s internal temperature becomes elevated, the power indicator
will flash alternately in red and green. In this case, turn off the system
(page 13) and leave it unused for a while. After the system cools down,
move it to a location with good ventilation, and then resume use.
System rear
AV MULTI OUT connector
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector
HDMI OUT connector
MAIN POWER switch
AC IN connector
Vent
LAN connector
Notice
Do not place the system in an area subject to excessive
dust or cigarette smoke. Dust build-up or cigarette
smoke residue on the internal components (such as the
lens) may cause the system to malfunction.
Hint
The system can be set in a horizontal or vertical position.
Set as shown in the diagram at right when setting in the
vertical position.

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SIXAXIS™ Wireless Controller
SELECT button
USB connector
L2 button
L1 button
Directional
buttons
Left stick/
L3 button*
START button
R2 button
R1 button
button
button
button
button
Right stick/
R3 button*
Port indicators
PS button
* The L3 and R3 buttons function when the sticks are pressed.
Hint
For details on the Wireless Controller, see "Using the SIXAXIS™ Wireless
Controller" ( page 14).
Getting started
Part names

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Getting started
Setting up the PS3™ system
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Step 1: Connect to a TV
Video output on the PS3™ system
The PS3™ system can output two types of resolution: HD and SD. Refer to the instruction manual
for the TV in use to check which video mode is supported.
*1This number indicates the number of scan lines. Note that "i" stands for "interlace" and "p" stands for
"progressive". Using progressive results in high-quality video with minimal flickering.
*2The video output setting on the system will display as "Standard (PAL)".
HD (High Definition) SD (Standard Definition)
Video mode *11080p 1080i 720p 576p 576i *2
Aspect ratio 16:9 16:9 16:9 16:9
4:3
16:9
4:3
Screens showing the difference in resolution
HD screen SD screen
Procedure flow for setting up the
system
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Step 3: Connect the Ethernet
Cable. Page 10
Step 4: Connect the AC Power
Cord. Page 11
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Step 2: Connect digital audio
devices. Page 9
Step 5: Perform initial setup of
the system software.
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Step 1: Connect to a TV.
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Getting started
Setting up the PS3™ system
Video output cable types
The resolution displayed on the TV varies depending on the input connectors on the TV and the type of cable in use. Select a cable to match
the TV in use.
Cable type Input connector on the TV Supported video modes*¹
HDMI Cable
(sold separately) HDMI IN connector
1080p / 1080i / 720p / 576p
Component AV Cable
(sold separately)
Component VIDEO IN
connector
YLRPR/CRPB/CB
COMPONENT VIDEO IN AUDIO IN
1080p / 1080i / 720p / 576p / 576i*²
S VIDEO Cable
(sold separately) S VIDEO IN connector
S VIDEO L - AUDIO - R
576i*²
AV Cable
(supplied)
VIDEO IN connector
(composite)
VIDEO L - AUDIO - R
576i*²
AV Cable
(supplied)
Euro-AV Connector Plug
(supplied with the system
sold in the UK only)
Euro-AV connector
(SCART)
576i*²
*1Depending on the type of TV or content to be played, some video modes may not be supported.
*2The video output setting on the system will display as "Standard (PAL)".

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Setting up the PS3™ system
Connection methods
Caution
• Do not plug the AC Power Cord for the system into an electrical outlet until
you have made all other connections.
• The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.
Connecting to a TV using an HDMI Cable
Connect the system to the TV using an HDMI Cable (sold separately).
An HDMI Cable can output both video and audio and enables you to
enjoy digital-quality video and audio with minimal loss of picture
quality.
TV
HDMI IN connector
HDMI Cable (sold separately)
HDMI OUT connector
Connecting with other types of cables
Connect cables other than the HDMI Cable to the AV MULTI OUT
connector on the system.
TV
Euro-AV Connector (SCART)
AV Cable
(supplied)
AV MULTI OUT connector
Euro-AV Connector Plug
(supplied with the system
sold in the UK only)
Example: When using the supplied AV Cable
Hint
If you change the type of cable used to connect the system, the picture may not
be displayed. If this happens, turn off the system and then turn it on again by
touching the power button on the system front until it makes a small beep (about
5 seconds). The picture will be displayed at the system’s default resolution.

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Step 2: Connect digital audio devices
You can connect audio devices that support digital audio output,
such as an AV receiver for home entertainment use.
Hint
When connecting a digital audio device to the system, go to (Settings)
(Sound Settings) "Audio Output Settings", and adjust the settings as
necessary for the audio device.
Audio output on the PS3™ system
The supported channels may vary depending on the output
connector to be used.
PS3™ system output connectors Channels that can be used for output
2 Ch. 5.1 Ch. 7.1 Ch.
AV MULTI OUT connector  
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)
connector  
HDMI OUT connector *1*2
*1A device compatible with Linear PCM 7.1 Ch. is required to output 7.1 Ch.
audio from the HDMI OUT connector.
*2This system does not support output from the DTS-HD 7.1 Ch. DTS-HD 7.1
Ch audio is output from a 5.1 or lower channel.
Connecting with an optical cable
The audio will be output from the optical cable. The picture will be
output from the video output cable.
Optical cable for audio
(sold separately)
Digital audio device
such as an AV receiver
TV
Video output cable
for the TV in use
(page 7)
Hint
Normally, audio cannot be output simultaneously from multiple output
connectors. For example, if your PS3™ system is connected to a TV via an
HDMI cable and to an audio device via a digital optical cable and "Digital Out
(Optical)" is set under "Audio Output Settings", audio will no longer be output
from the TV and will only be output from the audio device.
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Setting up the PS3™ system

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Getting started
Setting up the PS3™ system
Connecting with an HDMI Cable
Both audio and video will be output from the HDMI Cable. You can
output the TV picture via an audio device.
HDMI Cable (sold separately)
Digital audio device such
as an AV receiver
HDMI Cable (sold separately)
TV
Hints
• If your TV is not equipped with an HDMI input connector, use a video output
cable of the correct type for your TV ( page 7) to connect it to the PS3™
system directly.
• If a device is connected to the PS3™ system via an HDMI Cable, do not turn
off the device while the PS3™ system is turned on (power indicator is lit
green). Doing so may cause sound distortions or produce abnormal sounds.
Step 3: Connect the Ethernet Cable
Using an Ethernet Cable, you can connect the system to the Internet.
For details on network settings, see "Adjusting network settings"
( page 21).
Caution
The system supports 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX and 1000BASE-T networks. Do
not connect a standard telephone line or other types of cords or cables that
are not compatible with the system directly to the LAN connector on the
system, as this may cause heat build-up, fire or malfunction.
LAN connector
Ethernet Cable (sold separately)
LAN access indicator
Hint
If using a PS3™ system that is equipped with the wireless LAN feature, you can
connect to the Internet without using an Ethernet Cable. For details, see "Using
a wireless connection" ( page 22).

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Getting started
Setting up the PS3™ system
Step 4: Connect the AC Power Cord
Connect the AC Power Cord.
Caution
• Do not plug the AC Power Cord for the system into an electrical outlet until
you have made all other connections.
• The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.
AC IN connector
AC Power Cord (supplied)
To the electrical outlet
Some regions and
countries may use a
different electrical outlet
plug from the one
illustrated.
Step 5: Perform initial setup of the system software
After turning on the system, perform initial setup.
1Turn on the TV.
2Turn on the MAIN POWER switch.
MAIN POWER switch
The power indicator will turn solid red to indicate that the system has
entered standby mode.
3Touch the power button.
Power button
Power indicator
The power indicator turns green and the picture is displayed on the TV
screen.

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Setting up the PS3™ system
4Connect the Wireless Controller to the system using a USB
Cable.
USB connector
USB Cable (supplied)
USB connector
5Press the PS button on the controller.
The system will recognise the Wireless Controller. After it has recognised
the controller, the initial setup screen will be displayed.
6Perform initial setup.
Follow the on-screen instructions to enter settings for system language,
time zone, date and time and user name. After initial setup is completed,
the Home Menu ( page 3) will be displayed on the TV screen.
Hints
• For details on entering text, see "Using the on-screen keyboard"
(page 29).
• Settings entered during initial setup can be changed under (Settings) or
(Users). For details, refer to the online user’s guide ( page 26).
Adjusting video output settings
Depending on the connector and the type of cable used, video
output settings may need to be adjusted to display HD resolution on
the TV screen ( page 6).
Go to (Settings) (Display Settings) "Video Output Settings"
and follow the on-screen instructions to adjust the settings.

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Basic operations
Turning the PS3™ system on and off
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Using a SIXAXIS™ Wireless Controller
Press the PS button. Turning off the system
Press and hold down the PS button for
one second or longer. When the message
"Turn Off the System" is displayed on the
screen, select it and then press the
button.
Hint
Before using a Wireless Controller you must first
pair it with the system ( page 14).
PS button
Using the system button
Notice
Do not use the MAIN POWER switch on the
system rear to turn off a system that is not in
standby mode (power indicator red), as
doing so may cause data loss or damage to
the system.
Power button
Power indicator status
Solid green System turned on
Flashing green System turning off
Solid red System off (in standby mode)
Off MAIN POWER switch off
Turning off the system
Touch the power button for two seconds
or longer.
1Touch the power button.
Power indicator
2Press the PS button of the Wireless Controller.
A controller number is assigned.

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Basic operations
Using the SIXAXIS™ Wireless Controller
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Preparing for use
To use a Wireless Controller, you must first register or "pair" the
controller with the PS3™ system and assign a number to the controller.
Step 1: Pair the system and the controller.
• When using for the first time
• When using with a different PS3™ system
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Step 2: Assign a controller number.
Every time the system is turned on
Step 1: Pair the system and the controller
When using the controller for the first time or when using with a
different PS3™ system, you must first pair the devices. If you turn on
the system and connect the controller using a USB Cable, the pairing
will be completed automatically.
USB Cable (supplied) Check that the system is turned on
(power indicator is lit solid green).
Step 2: Assign a controller number
Each time you turn on the system, a number must be assigned to the
controller.
Press the PS button. All of the port indicators flash.
When the controller has been assigned a
number, the port indicators for the
assigned number turn solid red.
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1234
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You can connect up to 7 controllers at one time. The controller
number is shown by the number above the port indicators. For
numbers 5-7, add the numbers of the lit indicators.
1
1
234
Example: Controller number 5 has
been assigned.
Hints
• Pairing and assigning controller numbers can only be done when the system
is turned on (when the power indicator is lit solid green).
• When a paired controller is used with another PS3™ system, the pairing with
the original system is cleared. Pair the controller with the system again if the
controller has been used with another system.
• If the controller or the system is turned off, the port indicators on the
controller will turn off and the assigned number will be cleared.

Basic operations
Using the SIXAXIS™ Wireless Controller
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Using the controller wirelessly
If you disconnect the USB Cable, you can use the controller
wirelessly. To use it wirelessly, the controller’s battery must be
charged.
Hints
• The USB Cable can be connected or disconnected while the controller and
the system are turned on.
• If the controller does not function, press the PS button and reassign the
controller number.
Charging the controller
With the system turned on (power indicator is lit green), connect the
controller to the system using a USB Cable. The port indicators of the
controller flash slowly and charging begins.
When charging has completed, the port indicators stop flashing.
Hints
• The controller can be used while charging.
• Charge in an environment where the temperature range is between
10°C - 30°C. Charging may not be as effective when performed in other
environments.
Battery charge level
If you press and hold down the PS button for more than one second,
you can check the battery charge level on the screen.
Charge Level
The battery has plenty of charge.
The battery has started losing its charge.
The battery charge level is low.
The battery has no charge. The port indicators of the controller flash
rapidly. Charge the controller.
Hint
Depending on the environment or the conditions of use, the remaining charge
level may not display correctly and the battery duration may vary.

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Basic operations
Playing content
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Blu-ray Disc (BD)/DVD/CD
1Insert the disc.
Insert the disc with the
label side facing up.
2An icon is displayed in the home menu, and playback of the
disc begins.
If the disc does not automatically start, select the icon for the disc from the
home menu and press the button.
Ejecting a disc
Eject indicator
Eject button
Stop playback, and then touch
the eject button.
Hint
For instructions on how to quit games,
see "Playing games" ( page 18).
Notices
• Discs that are not compatible with the system cannot
be played. For details, refer to the "Safety and Support"
document.
• To play commercially available BD video software, in
some cases the encryption key (*) may need to be
renewed. The encryption key can be renewed when
the system software is updated ( page 27).
* AACS (Advanced Access Control System) key

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USB devices
You can connect external devices, such as devices that are
compatible with USB Mass Storage Class using a USB Cable.
Devices can be connected while the system is turned on. Refer also
to the instructions supplied with the external device to be connected.
1Connect the USB device.
An icon is displayed in the Home Menu.
External device such as a digital camera
2Select the icon, and then press the button.
A list of playable content is displayed.
Notices
• Do not remove USB devices or turn off the system while data is being
saved, loaded or deleted. Doing so may cause data loss or corruption.
• When using a USB flash drive with a write-protect switch, do not operate
the switch when the device is connected to the PS3™ system. Doing so
may cause data loss or corruption.
File formats that can be played or viewed
File formats that can be played or viewed on this system include
ATRAC, MP3, AAC, JPEG and MPEG-4. For the latest information,
refer to the online user’s guide ( page 26).
Hints
• Only files that are playable or viewable on the PS3™ system are displayed in
the column for the compatible category (Example: Image data is displayed in
the Photo category).
• Depending on the storage media, only a subset of the folders on the media
may be displayed. If you select "Display All" from the options menu
(page 3), all folders saved on the media will be displayed.
Notice
You should where possible make periodic back-ups of data stored on the
hard disk drive as a precaution against possible loss or corruption. If for any
reason software or data loss or corruption occurs, it is not possible to restore
or repair the software or data. Note that SCEE will not be liable for any loss
or corruption of data, files or software.
Basic operations
Playing content

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Game
Playing games
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Games that can be played on this system
PLAYSTATION®3 format software Can be played on this system
PlayStation®format software Can be played, but may not always
perform correctly
PlayStation®2 format software Cannot be played on this system
Playing games
Starting a game
When you insert the disc, the game starts automatically.
Insert the disc with the
label side facing up.
Quitting a game
During gameplay, press the PS button of the Wireless Controller. Then
select "Quit Game" from the screen that is displayed.
Hint
Use the following methods when playing software titles that specify the
controller mode and connector to use.
− Press the PS button of the Wireless Controller, select "Switch Analog Mode",
and then select the appropriate mode. With some software, the mode is
switched automatically.
− Press the PS button of the Wireless Controller, select "Reassign the
Controller", and then assign the appropriate controller number. *
* You cannot assign controller port 2-D using this system.
Saved data for PS3™ format software
Saved data for PS3™ format software is saved on the system’s hard
disk. The data is displayed under (Game) (Saved Data
Utility).

Game
Playing games
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Saved data for PlayStation®format software
To save data from PlayStation®format software, you must create
internal memory cards on the hard disk and assign the cards to slots.
Memory Card
Step 1: Create an internal memory card.
Create an internal memory card within the hard disk as a replacement
for the actual Memory Card.
Internal memory card (PS)
Step 2: Assign a slot.
Insert the internal memory card in the internal slot on the hard disk instead
of a MEMORY CARD slot.
MEMORY CARD slots
Internal slots
Notice
This system does not support playback of PlayStation®2 format software.
Even if you create an internal memory card for PlayStation®2 format
software, you will not be able to use it to play games.
Step 1: Create an internal memory card
1Select (Memory Card Utility (PS/PS2)) under (Game) in
the Home Menu, and then press the button.
2Select (New Internal Memory Card), and then press the
button.
3Select "Internal Memory Card (PS) ", and then press the
button.
Assign a name for the internal memory card and save the card.
Hint
Even if you create an "Internal Memory Card (PS2) " in step 3, you will not be
able to use it to play PlayStation®2 format software.

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Game
Playing games
Step 2: Assign a slot
1Select (Memory Card Utility (PS/PS2)) under (Game) in
the Home Menu, and then press the button.
2Select the internal memory card that you want to use, and
then press the button.
Assign a slot.
Hints
• Depending on the software, slots may be preassigned. For details, refer to
the instructions supplied with the software.
• You can assign slots during gameplay. Press the PS button of the Wireless
Controller, and then select "Assign Slots" from the screen that is displayed.
Using saved data on a Memory Card
You can copy saved data on a Memory Card (8MB) (for
PlayStation®2) or a Memory Card to the hard disk using a Memory
Card Adaptor (sold separately).
1Select (Memory Card Utility (PS/PS2)) under (Game) in
the Home Menu, and then press the button.
2Connect the Memory Card Adaptor to the system and insert
the Memory Card.
The icon for (Memory Card (PS)) or (Memory Card (PS2)) is
displayed.
3Select the saved data that you want to copy and press the
button.
4Select "Copy", and then press the button.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the operation.
Hints
• Even if you copy saved data from PlayStation®2 format software to the hard
disk, you cannot play a game using this saved data.
• Depending on the type, saved data from a Memory Card (8MB) (for
PlayStation®2) or a Memory Card is copied to an internal memory card as
shown below.
Memory Card (8MB)
(for PlayStation®2)
Memory Card
Saved data from
PlayStation®2 format software
Saved data from PlayStation®
format software
Internal memory
card (PS2)
Internal memory
card (PS)*
* If the amount of saved data to copy is large, the system will automatically
create multiple internal memory cards (PS).
• You can copy data saved on the hard disk to a Memory Card (8MB) (for
PlayStation®2), a Memory Card or a USB mass storage device (USB flash
drive, etc.). Select the saved data, and then select "Copy" from the options
menu ( page 3).
• Some saved data may have restrictions that prevent copying of the data. In
that case, select "Move" in step 4. The saved data is moved to the hard disk
and deleted from the Memory Card.