Sony PlayStation Playstation 3 User 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.
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
SCEA Consumer Services at 1-800-345-7669.
s PLAYSTATION®3 system
s Wireless controller
s Printed materials
s AC power cord
s AV cable
s USB cable
s Ethernet cable

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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
Selecting an icon and pressing the
button will display the options menu.
Icons 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
PS button:
Displays the home menu
Turns the system on/off
button:
Confirms the selected item

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Part names
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System front
CF SD/miniSD
Disc slot
CF*1 slot*3
SD*2 Memory Card slot*3
Memory Stick™ slot*3
Slot cover*3
Power button
Vent
USB connectors
HDD access indicator
WLAN access indicator*3
PS family logo
Can be rotated to match the
position of the system
Eject button
Eject button*3
*1 CompactFlash®
*2 Secure Digital
*3 On equipped models only
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
AC IN connector
AV MULTI OUT connector
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector
MAIN POWER switch
HDMI OUT 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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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*
PS button
Port indicators
* The L3 and R3 buttons function when the sticks are pressed.
Hint
For details on the wireless controller, see "Using the wireless controller"
( page 14).
Notice
Some PlayStation®/PlayStation®2 peripherals such as the analog controller
(DUALSHOCK®) and analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2) are not compatible
with the PS3™ system. For details, visit http://www.us.playstation.com.
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Part names

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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.
*1 This 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.
*2 The video output setting on the system will display as "Standard (NTSC)".
HD (High Definition) SD (Standard Definition)
Video mode *11080p 1080i 720p 480p 480i *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.
Page 11
Step 1: Connect to a TV.
Page 6

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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 / 480p
Component AV cable
(sold separately)
Component VIDEO IN
connector
Y L RPR/CRPB/CB
COMPONENT VIDEO IN AUDIO IN
1080p / 1080i / 720p / 480p / 480i*2
S VIDEO cable
(sold separately)
S VIDEO IN connector
S VIDEO L - AUDIO - R
480i*2
AV cable
(supplied)
VIDEO IN connector
(composite)
VIDEO L - AUDIO - R
480i*2
*1 Depending on the type of TV or content to be played, some video modes may not be supported.
If a device that is not compatible with the HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) standard is connected to the system using an HDMI cable, video
and/or audio cannot be output from the system.
Copyright-protected Blu-ray video discs can only be output at 1080p using an HDMI cable connected to a device that is compatible with the HDCP (High-
bandwidth Digital Content Protection) standard.
*2 The video output setting on the system will display as "Standard (NTSC)".

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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.
VIDEO
AUDIO
L
R
TV
VIDEO IN connector
AV cable (supplied)
AV MULTI OUT connector
Example: When using the supplied AV cable

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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 *1  
HDMI OUT connector    *2*3
*1 Audio from a Super Audio CD cannot be output from the digital out (optical)
connector. Multi-channel content from Super Audio CDs can only be output
from the HDMI OUT connector.
*2 A device compatible with Linear PCM 7.1 Ch. is required to output 7.1 Ch.
audio from the HDMI OUT connector.
*3 This 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)
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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 22).
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, as this may cause heat build-up, fire or
malfunction.
LAN connector
Ethernet cable (supplied)
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 23).

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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
Step 5: Perform initial setup of the system software
After turning on the system, perform initial setup.
1 Turn on the TV.
2 Turn on the main power switch.
Main power switch
The power indicator will turn solid red to indicate that the system has
entered standby mode.
3 Touch 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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4 Connect the wireless controller to the system using a USB
cable.
USB connector
USB cable (supplied)
USB connector
5 Press the PS button on the controller.
The system will recognize the wireless controller. After it has recognized
the controller, the initial setup screen will be displayed.
6 Perform 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 27).
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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Turning the PS3™ system on and off
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Using the system button
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.
Notice
Check that the system is in standby mode
(power indicator red) before turning it off
using the main power switch on the system
rear. If you turn off the system using the main
power switch while the power indicator is
green, it may cause the system to
malfunction.
Touch the power button.
Power indicator
Using a wireless controller
Press the PS button. Turning off the system
Press and hold down the PS button for
two seconds or longer. When the
message "Turn off the system." is
displayed on the screen, select it and
then press the button.
PS button

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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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1 2 3 4
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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
2 3 4
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.

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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.
Hint
The USB cable can be connected or disconnected while the controller and the
system are turned on.
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 (50°F - 86°F). Charging may not be as effective when performed
in other environments.
• The battery has a limited lifespan. Battery duration will gradually decrease
with repeated usage and age.
• Battery life also varies depending on the storage method, usage state,
environment and other factors.
Battery charge level
If you press and hold down the PS button for more than two seconds,
you can check the battery charge level on the screen.
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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Blu-ray Disc (BD)/DVD/CD
1 Insert the disc.
An icon is displayed in the home menu.
Insert the disc with the
label side facing up.
2 Select the icon, and then press the button.
Playback begins.
Depending on the disc, a list of playable content may be displayed.
Ejecting a disc
Stop playback, and then touch
the eject button.
Hint
For instructions on how to quit games,
see "Playing games" ( page 19).
Eject indicator
Eject button

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Memory Stick™/SD Memory Card/CompactFlash® (equipped models only)
1 Insert the storage media.
An icon is displayed in the home menu.
CF SD/miniSD
Open the slot cover.
Front side
Example: When inserting a Memory Stick™
2 Select the icon, and then press the button.
A list of playable content is displayed.
Hint
When using a Memory Stick Duo™/miniSD™ card with the PS3™ system, you
can insert the media without using an adaptor.
Ejecting media
Check that the access indicator is not flashing, and then eject.
Notice
When the access indicator is flashing, data is being saved, loaded or
deleted. When the access indicator is flashing, do not remove the storage
media or turn off the system.
Press the CF eject button.
CF access indicator
SD Memory Card access indicator
Memory Stick™ access indicator
Press the media in the
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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.
1 Connect the USB device.
An icon is displayed in the home menu.
External device such as a digital camera
2 Select 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 27).
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
For information on backing up files saved on the hard disk, refer to the
Safety and Support document.
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Playing games
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Starting/quitting a game
Starting a game
Insert a disc, select the icon, and then press the button.
Quitting a game
During gameplay, press and hold down the PS button of the wireless
controller for at least 2 seconds. Then select “Quit Game” from the
screen that is displayed.
When you start or quit PlayStation®2 format software, the assigned controller
number is cleared. Follow the steps listed below to assign a controller
number.
• After starting a game: Press the PS button when content from the game
software is displayed on the screen.
• After quitting a game: Press the PS button when the home menu is
displayed on the screen.
Hint
To save PlayStation®2/PlayStation® format software data, you must create
internal memory cards ( page 20).
Controller settings
You can adjust controller settings during gameplay. Press the PS
button for at least 2 seconds, and then select a settings item from the
screen that is displayed.
Switching analog mode
When playing PlayStation®2/PlayStation® format software, you can
change the mode of the controller. Switch to the mode supported by
the software. With some software, the mode is switched automatically.
Changing controller numbers
You can change the number assigned to a controller. When the
controller port for use is specified by the software, change to the
supported controller number.*
* You cannot assign controller port 2-D using the PS3™ system.
Hint
You can check the currently assigned controller number by pressing the PS
button for at least 2 seconds.
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
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Saved data for PlayStation®2/PlayStation® format
software
To save data from PlayStation®2/PlayStation® format software, you
must create internal memory cards on the hard disk and assign the
cards to slots.
• Memory card (8MB)
(for PlayStation®2)
• Memory card
Step 1: Create an internal memory card.
Create an internal memory card within the hard disk as a replacement
for the memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) or memory card.
Internal memory card (PS2)
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 on the PlayStation®2 or PlayStation® console.
MEMORY CARD slots
Internal slots
Step 1: Create an internal memory card
1 Select (Memory Card Utility (PS/PS2)) under (Game) in
the home menu, and then press the button.
2 Select (New Internal Memory Card), and then press the
button.
Follow the on-screen instructions to create the internal memory card.
Internal memory card types
Type Data type that can be saved
Internal memory card
(PS2)
Saved data from PlayStation®2 format
software (Saved data from PlayStation®
format software cannot be saved.)
Internal memory card
(PS) Saved data from PlayStation® format software