Sony PlayStation 4 User manual

Connect to a LAN cable (sold separately).
No Wi-Fi connection? You can use a LAN cable to connect your PS4™
system to the Internet instead.
To connect your PS4™ system to the Internet via Wi-Fi, do not connect
a LAN cable.
Connect to your TV.
Follow the steps to below to connect your PlayStation®4
system to your TV.
Getting started
Turn on your TV, and then change the TV channel
to HDMI®.
Turn on your PS4™ system by pressing the
(power) button.
The power indicator will blink blue, before turning white.
Connect your DUALSHOCK®4 wireless controller
to your PS4™ system using the USB cable, and
then press the (PS) button.
The controller will be registered (paired), and turn on.
Select your settings.
Set up an Internet connection, set the date and time, and adjust
other settings. Follow the on-screen instructions to adjust various
settings, and then select [Start Now] from the set-up completion
screen.
Once you have set up an Internet connection, a system software
update will be downloaded automatically - as will future system
software updates.
Will a child be using your PS4™ system? If so, be sure to read
“Setting the parental control” section.
Quick Start Guide
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Some PS4™ content may not be suitable for your child. Most PS4™
content is rated by an independent ratings body.
To ensure your child only has access to suitably rated content, just set
the correct parental control before you first let your child play. You can
set the parental controls in (Settings) in the function screen >
[Parental Controls] > [Restrict Use of PS4 Features] > [Application]. Use
the tables below for guidance on how the Parental Control Setting
relates to different age groups.
You can restrict access to Blu-ray Disc™ and DVD video content, and to
the Internet Browser, from (Settings) in the function screen >
[Parental Controls] > [Restrict Use of PS4 Features]. Restricting access to
the Internet Browser will not prevent launch of some applications that
use the Internet.
Regardless of the Parental Control Settings, you should monitor your
child’s activity on the PS4™ system. You can override the Parental
Control Settings at any time to allow an older child or adult to play.
Australia
Player’s Age Any 0-14 15-17 15-17 18 and over
PS4™ Parental Control
Setting 1 3 7 8 9
Highest game age rating
New Zealand
Player’s Age Any 0-12 13-15 16 and over
PS4™ Parental Control
Setting 1 3 7 9
Highest game age rating
For more information on parental controls and age ratings please visit
eu.playstation.com/parents or go to the Settings section of the User's
Guide.
Welcome to the World of PlayStation
Get your PS4 up and running with this handy Quick Start Guide.
Front view
Power indicator
Power button
If you can't get a picture when the PS4™ system is turned on (the power indicator
will turn white), simply press the (power) button for at least 7 seconds (until
the system beeps twice) to turn off the power, and then turn on the power again.
•You'll need to register the controller in some situations, such as when you use
the controller for the first time, or when you use the controller on another PS4™
system.
•Once you've registered the controller, you can disconnect the USB cable and use
the controller wirelessly.
You can change any settings that you previously skipped via (Settings) in the
function screen.
We recommend connecting your PS4™ system to the Internet to get the most out
of it.
LAN cable
(sold separately)
Type of connection:
Router Internet connected device
such as a modem
To the Internet
Rear view
LAN port
Front view
USB port USB port
USB cable
PS button
AC IN connector HDMI OUT port HDMI input port
AC power cord
To an electricity supply
HDMI cable
Rear view
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Using a PlayStation®Camera? Find out how to set it up in its instruction manual.
Setting the parental control

Go to (PlayStation®Store)
Now that you've got a PS4™ system, it's time to head over to see what's
available at PlayStation®Store.
PlayStation®Store has a wide variety of downloadable content, some of
which you can’t get anywhere else. You’ll find games to suit every taste,
as well as game add-ons that make your games even more fun to play,
plus free demos and much, much more. And you can even begin
playing your games before they've finished downloading.
Sharing your gaming experience
When using some of the PS4™ system's online services, you can upload
screenshots and video clips of gameplay from a game, and broadcast
(stream) your gameplay. Press the SHARE button, and then follow the
screens to use this feature.
User's Guide
The User's Guide contains more information about what your PS4™
system can do – including how to adjust settings, how long to charge
the controller for and how to use each function. Select (Settings) >
(User's Guide) from the function screen.
You can also view the User's Guide by visiting:
eu.playstation.com/help/ps4/manuals/
You must have an Internet connection to view the User’s Guide.
Safety Guide
The Safety Guide contains information about how to safely use your
PS4™ system, and information about specifications. Be sure to read it
before using the system.
Caution
If you disconnect the AC power cord while the power indicator is lit or
blinking, data might be lost or corrupted, or the system might become
damaged. You must disconnect the AC power cord only once the power is
turned off completely. Be sure to read the "Turning off the power
completely" section below.
Entering rest mode
You can charge the controller from a USB port and remain signed in to
PlayStation™Network while in rest mode.
Select (Power) from the function screen, and then select [Power
Options] > [Enter Rest Mode]. The picture will disappear, and the power
indicator will blink white, before turning orange.
To exit rest mode, press the (PS) button.
Turning off the power completely
Select (Power) from the function screen, and then select [Turn Off
PS4].The picture will disappear, and the power indicator will blink
white, before turning off.
Power indicator status
White The power is on
Orange Rest mode
Unlit The power is off
Using the mono headset
Connect the mono headset to your controller for in-game voice chat.
Using multiple controllers
You can use up to 4 controllers at the same time.
When you press the (PS) button on a controller for which registration
has been completed, a colour will be assigned to that user and the light
bar will light up in their own colour, depending on the order in which
they join in. The first user is blue, the second is red, the third is green
and the fourth is pink.
Turning off the power
Charging
To use your controller wirelessly, you must first charge its battery. Press
and hold the (PS) button and the controller's battery charge level will
be shown on-screen.
Turn on your PS4™ system (the power indicator
will light up white), or set it to rest mode (the
power indicator will light up orange).
Connect your controller to your PS4™ system with
the USB cable.
Using the controller
Expand your enjoyment of your PS4™ system with
PlayStation™Network. When you sign in to PlayStation™Network, you
can use a wide variety of features and services.
To sign in to PlayStation™Network, you must have a
Sony Entertainment Network account and an Internet connection.
Creating an account is free. You can also use an account on the PS4™
system that was created using another device, such as a PlayStation®3
system or a PlayStation®Vita system.
PlayStation®Store and PlayStation™Network subject to terms and
country and language restrictions, see eu.playstation.com/legal for
details.
Users are responsible for Internet service fees. Users must be 7 years or
older and users under 18 require parental consent. Additional age
restrictions may apply. Charges apply for some content and/or services.
Service availability is not guaranteed.
If you do not have an SEN account
Select (Settings) > [PlayStation™Network/Account Management] >
[Sign In to PlayStation™Network] from the function screen, and then
follow the screens to create an account.
If you already have an SEN account
Select (Settings) > [PlayStation™Network/Account Management] >
[Sign In to PlayStation™Network] from the function screen, enter your
sign-in ID and password, and then select [Sign In].
To create a sub account for users under a certain age, you must first create a
master account for a parent or guardian.
Insert a disc.
The game will appear in the content area of the home screen.
Select the game to start playing.
Playing gamesUsing the screen Sign in to PlayStation™Network
Function screen
Access several features here including
your current Trophy details, new
notifications, Friends and Settings.
Home screen
Content area
Access your games and other
content. All content is listed from
left to right in order of the most
recently accessed.
Content info screen
Access the latest information about the
currently selected content.
Front view
Returning to the home
screen from a game
To return to the home screen
without quitting a game, press the
(PS) button.
To resume playing the game, select
it from the content area.
Removing a disc
Press the (eject) button.
Quitting a game
Press and hold the (PS) button,
and then select [Close Application].
Eject button
Front view
Light bar
To your PS4™ system
To charge your controller when in rest mode, you must first checkmark the
[Supply Power to USB Ports] option in (Settings) > [Power Saving Settings]
> [Set Functions Available in Rest Mode].
Further information
USB port
USB cable
Up button
Up button
Down button
Down button
Microphone
MIC switch
Mono headset
Stereo headset jack Clip
SHARE button
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