Sony PSVita PCH-1101 Installation and operating manual

Safety Guide 4-408-600-12(1)
PCH-1001 / PCH-1101

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To avoid electrical shock, do not open the
cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel
only.
For your safety, use only a licensed or genuine
Sony AC adaptor for the PS Vita system. Other
types may cause fire, electrical shocks or a
malfunction.
Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure and SAR:
The available scientific evidence does not show that any health
problems are associated with using low power wireless devices.
There is no proof, however, that these low power wireless
devices are absolutely safe. Low power Wireless devices emit
low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave
range while being used. Whereas high levels of RF can produce
health effects (by heating tissue), exposure to low-level RF that
does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse
health effects. Many studies of low-level RF exposures have not
found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested that
some biological effects might occur, but such findings have not
been confirmed by additional research. The PS Vita system has
been tested and found to comply with FCC radiation exposure
limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the
FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement
C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF)
Exposure rules. The maximum SAR level tested for the PS Vita
system has been shown to be 0.92 W/kg at 1 cm separation at
Body and 1.58 W/kg at Hand.
Use of any accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC/
IC RF exposure guidelines.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
WARNINGS

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You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-
003.
Photosensitivity/Epilepsy/Seizures
A very small percentage of individuals may experience epileptic
seizures or blackouts when exposed to certain light patterns or
flashing lights. Exposure to certain patterns or backgrounds on
a screen or when playing video games may trigger epileptic
seizures or blackouts in these individuals. These conditions may
trigger previously undetected epileptic symptoms or seizures in
persons who have no history of prior seizures or epilepsy. If you,
or anyone in your family, has an epileptic condition or has had
seizures of any kind, consult your physician before playing.
IMMEDIATELY DISCONTINUE use and consult your physician
before resuming gameplay if you or your child experience any
of the following health problems or symptoms:
• dizziness,
• altered vision,
• eye or muscle twitches,
• loss of awareness,
• disorientation,
• seizures, or
• any involuntary movement or convulsion.
RESUME GAMEPLAY ONLY ON APPROVAL OF YOUR
PHYSICIAN.
Use and handling of video games to reduce the likelihood
of a seizure
• Use in a well-lit area and keep the screen a safe distance from
your face.
• Avoid prolonged use of the PS Vita system. Take a 15-minute
break during each hour of play.
• Avoid playing when you are tired or need sleep.
If you have questions about this product, visit
us.playstation.com/support or contact SCEA Consumer
Services at 1-800-345-7669. You can also write to:
Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC
Consumer Services/Technical Support
PO Box 5888, San Mateo, CA 94402-0888 U.S.A.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
RSS-Gen of IC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name :
Model No. :
Responsible Party :
Address :
Telephone No. :
SONY
PCH-1001 and PCH-1101
Sony Electronics Inc.
16530 Via Esprillo
San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A
858-942-2230

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Radio waves
Radio waves may affect electronic equipment or medical
devices (for example, pacemakers), which may cause
malfunctions and possible injuries.
• If you use a pacemaker or other medical device, consult your
physician or the manufacturer of your medical device before
using the network features.
• Make sure that the PS Vita system is at least 6 inches (15 cm)
away from pacemakers when using the network features. If
you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking
place, turn off your PS Vita system immediately.
• Do not use the network features in the following locations:
– Areas where use of network features is prohibited, such as
in hospitals. Abide by medical institution regulations when
using the system on their premises.
– Areas near fire alarms, automatic doors and other types of
automated equipment.
• Be careful when using network features inside a car.
Depending on the type of vehicle, there may be rare
occasions where the system will affect the vehicle's electronic
instruments.
CTIA safety notices
• This product shall only be connected to CTIA certified
adapters, products that bear the USB-IF logo or products that
have completed the USB-IF compliance program.
• Do not disassemble or open, crush, bend or deform,
puncture, or shred.
• Do not modify or remanufacture, attempt to insert foreign
objects into the battery, immerse or expose to water or other
liquids, or expose to fire, explosion, or other hazard.
• Only use the battery with a charging system that has been
qualified with the system per this standard. Use of an
unqualified battery or charger may present a risk of fire,
explosion, leakage, or other hazard.
• Promptly dispose of used batteries in accordance with local
regulations.
• Avoid dropping the PS Vita system or battery. If the PS Vita
system or battery is dropped, especially on a hard surface,
and the user suspects damage, contact SCEA Consumer
Services.
• Improper battery use may result in a fire, explosion, or other
hazard.

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WARNINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
LIMITED HARDWARE WARRANTY AND LIABILITY . . . . 12
Before disposing of or transferring
your PS Vita system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Copyright and trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Contents
Depending on the software version in use, the system may
operate differently than described in this manual.

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Before using this product, carefully read this manual and retain
it for future reference. Parents and guardians of children should
read this guide and make sure that the child follows all safety
precautions.
Safety
This product has been designed with the highest concern for
safety. However, any electrical device, if used improperly, has
the potential for causing fire, electrical shock or personal injury.
To help ensure accident-free operation, follow these guidelines:
• Observe all warnings, precautions and instructions.
• Regularly inspect the AC adaptor, AC power cord and USB
cable.
• If your PS Vita system is damaged, do not use it. Unplug the
AC power cord from the electrical outlet and disconnect any
other cables immediately.
• Stop use, unplug the AC power cord from the electrical outlet
and disconnect any other cables immediately if the device
functions in an abnormal manner, produces unusual sounds
or smells or if it or the AC adaptor becomes too hot to touch.
• Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC (SCEA) strongly
recommends using, with your PS Vita system, only genuine
Sony AC adaptor, AC power cord and USB cable that are
compatible with your model of the PS Vita system. Because
SCEA cannot assure the safe use and operation of other types
of AC adaptor, AC power cord and USB cable, the use of any
such AC adaptor, AC power cord or USB cable with any PS
Vita system voids the warranty on the PS Vita system.
• Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium-ion batteries.
• Visit us.playstation.com/support or contact SCEA Consumer
Services at 1-800-345-7669 if the device does not operate
properly.
Use and handling
• Use in a well-lit area and keep the screen a safe distance from
your face.
• Avoid prolonged use of the PS Vita system. To help prevent
eyestrain, take a break of about 15 minutes during every hour
of play.
• If you experience any of the following health problems,
discontinue use of the system immediately. If symptoms
persist, consult with your physician.
– Dizziness, nausea, fatigue or symptoms similar to motion
sickness
– Discomfort or pain in a part of the body, such as eyes, ears,
hands or arms
• Permanent hearing loss may occur if earphones or
headphones are used at high volume. Set the volume to a
safe level. Over time, increasingly loud audio may start to
sound normal but can actually be damaging your hearing. If
you experience ringing in your ears or muffled speech, stop
listening and have your hearing checked. The louder the
volume, the sooner your hearing could be affected. To protect
your hearing:
– Limit the amount of time you use earphones or headphones
at high volume.
– Avoid raising the volume to block out noisy surroundings.
– Lower the volume if you can't hear people speaking near
you.
• Keep the system and accessories out of the reach of small
children. Small children may swallow the media cards or wrap
Precautions

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the cables/straps around themselves, which may inflict injury
or cause an accident or a malfunction. Media cards may
present a choking hazard.
• Do not use the system while driving or riding a bicycle.
Looking at the screen or operating the system while driving an
automobile or riding a bicycle may result in a traffic accident.
• Take extra care when using the system while walking.
• Do not use the system or accessories near water.
• Do not use the system in places where the use of wireless
communication devices is prohibited, such as on aircraft or in
hospitals. The radio waves the system emits can affect
electronic devices and cause them to malfunction, which can
lead to accidents. When using the system in a medical facility,
be sure to follow all of the rules of that facility. Also, before
using the PS Vita system on an aircraft, go to (Settings)
[Start] [Flight Mode] and select the checkbox. Turn off
the power during take-off and landing.
• Use only attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
• Do not expose the system or accessories to high
temperatures, high humidity, or direct sunlight.
• Do not leave the system or accessories in a car with the
windows closed (particularly in summer).
• Do not expose the system or accessories to dust, smoke or
steam. Do not allow liquid or small particles to get into the
system or accessories.
• Do not place the system or accessories on surfaces that are
tilted, unstable or subject to vibration.
• Do not throw, drop or step on the system or accessories, and
do not subject the devices to strong physical shock. Do not sit
on or place heavy objects on top of the PS Vita system as this
may cause damage.
• Do not forcibly twist the PS Vita system or expose the system
to strong physical shock during gameplay.
• Do not touch or insert foreign objects into the connectors of
the system or accessories.
• This system has internal parts that use magnets, which may
affect magnetic recording devices.
• Do not place the system close to items with a magnetic strip,
such as credit cards.
• Depending on the conditions of use, the system or AC
adaptor may reach temperatures of 40 °C/104 °F or more. Do
not touch the system or AC adaptor for an extended period of
time under these conditions. Extended contact under these
conditions may cause low-temperature burns*.
* Low-temperature burns are burns that occur when the skin is in
contact with objects of relatively low temperatures (40°C or more/
104°F or more) for an extended period of time.
AC adaptor, AC power cord and USB cable use
• Do not touch the plug of the AC power cord with wet hands.
• Do not touch the AC power cord, AC adaptor, USB cable or
the system, if connected to an electrical outlet, during an
electrical storm.
• Before plugging in a cable, check that the system connectors
(such as the USB connector) and the AC adaptor or USB
cable connectors are clean. If not, wipe the connectors with a
soft, dry cloth.
• When the system will not be used for an extended period of
time, or when cleaning the system, unplug the power cord
and any other cables.
• Do not damage the AC adaptor or AC power cord:
– Do not modify the AC adaptor or AC power cord.

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– Do not wrap the AC power cord or USB cable around the
PS Vita system or around the AC adaptor.
– Do not place the AC adaptor or AC power cord near a heat
source or allow them to get hot.
– Do not subject the AC power cord to tension.
– When disconnecting the AC power cord, hold it by the plug
and pull straight out from the electrical socket. Never pull by
the cord and do not pull at an angle.
– Protect the AC power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, electrical socket and the point
where they exit from the system.
– Do not use the PS Vita system or the AC adaptor when they
are covered by a cloth or in their cases.
• Do not connect the AC power cord to a voltage transformer or
inverter. Connecting the AC power cord to a voltage
transformer for overseas travel or an inverter for use in an
automobile may cause heat to build up in the AC adaptor and
may cause burns or a malfunction.
• Use an electrical outlet that is easily accessible, so the AC
power cord can be unplugged quickly if the need arises.
Screen
• The screen (touchscreen) is made of glass and may crack if
subjected to excessive force.
• When using the system, keep the light in the room bright and
keep as far away from the screen as possible.
• Don't press your finger on the screen with excessive force.
Also, do not scrape or scratch the screen with anything hard,
such as metal, or anything with a sharp tip (such as a pencil
or your fingernails). Any of these actions may damage or
break the screen.
• Prolonged contact with water or dust may damage the screen
and shorten its life.
• Black (dark) pixels and continuously lit pixels may appear in
certain locations on the screen. The appearance of such
spots is a normal occurrence associated with screens and is
not a sign of a system malfunction. Screens are made using
highly precise technology. However, a very small number of
dark pixels or continuously lit pixels may exist and color
irregularities or brightness irregularities may be visible on
each screen. Also, a distorted image may remain on the
screen for several seconds after the system has been turned
off.
• Direct exposure to sunlight may damage the system's screen.
Be careful when using the system outdoors or near a window.
• When using the system in a cold environment, you may notice
shadows on the graphics or the screen may appear darker
than usual. This is not a malfunction, and the screen will return
to normal when the temperature goes up.
• Do not leave still images displayed on the screen for an
extended period of time. This may cause a faint image to be
left permanently on the screen.

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Left Stick / Right Stick
• You cannot remove the sticks. If you try to remove them, you
could injure yourself or damage the system.
• The sticks cannot be operated by pressing on them. If you
press on them too hard you can damage them.
Using Wi-Fi access points
When connecting to the Internet using the Wi-Fi feature, the
system automatically detects nearby access points. An access
point that you are not authorized to use may be included among
the detected devices. Only connect to a personal access point
that you are authorized to use, or one that is available through a
commercial Wi-Fi service. The user is responsible for all fees
associated with Wi-Fi access.
Precautions for Data Communication (PCH-1101 only)
User is responsible for connectivity fees. Additional charges
may be incurred depending on your contract with your mobile
network operator. In particular, with pay-as-you-go plans and
when using data roaming services, the additional charges may
be higher than anticipated. Before transmitting data over a
mobile network on the PS Vita system, be sure to check the
contract payment plan and the settings on your system. Contact
your mobile network operator for details.
GPS feature (PCH-1101 only)
GPS is a system that enables you to know your location by using
the satellite navigation system of the United States.
Hints
• When using the GPS feature in foreign countries, obey the
regulations of the country or region where the system is being used.
• Do not use this as a navigation device for an aircraft or ship or for
mountain climbing or hiking. Doing so could cause an accident
since the system may be unable to determine your position due to
measurement errors that may occur or its battery running out.
Positioning
Perform positioning (calculating position) in as empty and open
a location as possible with few buildings or other obstructions of
radio waves. Positioning may take several minutes the first time
you use the GPS feature or when a long time has elapsed since
you last performed positioning. If you are unable to receive
radio waves from the GPS satellite or unable to perform
positioning for several minutes, move to another location and try
again.
Hints
• In the following cases, you may be unable to receive radio waves
from the GPS satellite or the positioning results may contain
discrepancies.
– Indoors, underground, or inside a tunnel
– Near a tall building
– When there are objects surrounding the PS Vita system or the
PS Vita system is inside a carrying bag or case.
– In a dense residential district or street lined with tall buildings
– In an area among dense trees
– Near high voltage power lines
– During bad weather
• The positioning precision may worsen, accurate results may not be
displayed, or errors may occur in position information depending
on the time or environment where positioning is performed.

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Location Data
This device can record its geographical location and can
associate this location data with other information about you. In
recording geographical location, the device may save
information to its memory and it may transmit that information to
network servers. To limit others' access to this location data,
refer to the device's location and parental control settings and
the Online Users' Guide. Use caution when downloading,
accessing or using location-based applications and services.
Region Code
The PlayStation®Vita format software has region codes
assigned to each region where the system is sold. On this
system you can use software for the following regions:
Parental Controls
With the PS Vita system, parents and guardians can limit the
content that children can play and the features that they can use
as necessary. Refer to the online user's guide for details on
parental controls.
Recorded data
Do not use the memory card for the PlayStation®Vita system or
PlayStation®Vita card in the following ways, as doing so may
result in data loss or corruption:
• Removing the PS Vita card or turning off the PS Vita system
while it is saving or loading data.
• Removing the memory card while the PS Vita system is turned
on.
• Using it in a location that is exposed to static electricity or
electrical interference.
Cases and coverings
When the system is stored in its case or is otherwise covered,
either turn off the power or put the system in the standby mode.
If you use it while it is in its case or when it is covered, heat may
build up and cause damage to the system.
If, for any reason, software or data loss or corruption occurs, it is
usually not possible to recover the software or data. It is
recommended that you regularly back up software and data.
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. and its subsidiaries and
affiliates will not be held liable for any damages or injury in the
case of software or data loss or corruption.
• Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. owns or administers some
or all of the rights to the images and other copyrighted content
in this guide. Use of the images and other copyrighted content
(including copying, reproducing, modifying, uploading on a
network, displaying, transmitting, distributing, licensing,
selling, and publishing) except as used herein, is prohibited to
the extent allowed by law.
• Take care not to infringe the copyrights and other intellectual
property rights of others.

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Never disassemble the system or accessories
Use the PS Vita system and accessories according to the
instructions in this manual. No authorization for the analysis or
modification of the system, or the analysis and use of its circuit
configurations, is provided. Disassembling will void the system
warranty. Additionally, there is a risk of fire, electrical shock or
malfunction.
Use in other countries
Depending on the country or region, there are limitations on the
use of certain types of radio signals. In some cases, use of the
system's network feature may lead to a fine or other penalty.
When moisture condensation occurs
If the PS Vita system is brought directly from a cold location to a
warm one, moisture may condense inside the system and cause
it to operate improperly.
Should this occur, turn off and unplug the system. Do not use
the PS Vita system until the moisture evaporates (this may take
several hours). If the system still does not operate properly, visit
us.playstation.com/support or contact SCEA Consumer
Services at 1-800-345-7669 for assistance.
Care and cleaning of exterior surfaces
For safety reasons, unplug the AC power cord from the
electrical outlet and disconnect any other cables before
cleaning.
Cleaning the exterior surface, screen and camera area
• Wipe gently with a soft cloth.
• Do not use solvents or other chemicals to clean the exterior
surface, screen and camera area.
• Do not use a chemically-treated cleaning cloth to wipe the
system.
Cleaning the connectors
If the PS Vita system connectors or the USB cable connectors
get dirty, signals may not be sent or received properly. Also, if
the headphone connector gets dirty, you may experience noise
of interruptions in the sound. Wipe the connectors with a dry,
soft cloth to keep them clean.
Contact with other objects
Observe the following precaution so that the surface of the
PS Vita system does not become discolored or damaged:
Do not allow the system to remain in direct contact with rubber
or vinyl products for an extended period of time.
Battery life
The built-in battery has a limited life span. Battery duration will
decrease with repeated usage and age. When battery duration
becomes noticeably short, contact SCEA Consumer Services
for information regarding battery replacement services*.
* This service conforms to the provisions of "LIMITED HARDWARE
WARRANTY AND LIABILITY".
Hint
Battery life span varies depending on how the battery is stored and
on the conditions of use, including long-term environmental factors
such as temperature.

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Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC (SCEA) warrants to
the original purchaser that each of the constituent products of
this PS Vita system shall be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of
purchase (the "Warranty Period"). If one or more of the above-
identified products is determined to be defective during the
Warranty Period, SCEA's liability shall be limited to the repair or
replacement of this product with a new or factory recertified
product at SCEA's option. For the purpose of this Limited
Warranty, "factory recertified" means a product that has been
returned to its original specifications. You must visit
us.playstation.com/support or call 1-800-345-7669 to receive a
return authorization and shipping instructions.
THIS WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY IF THIS PRODUCT: (a) IS
USED WITH PRODUCTS NOT SOLD OR LICENSED BY SCEA
(INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, NON-LICENSED GAME
ENHANCEMENT DEVICES, CONTROLLERS, ADAPTORS AND
POWER SUPPLY DEVICES) OR OTHERWISE NOT
COMPATIBLE WITH THIS PRODUCT; (b) IS USED FOR
COMMERCIAL PURPOSES (INCLUDING RENTAL) OR IS
MODIFIED OR TAMPERED WITH; (c) IS DAMAGED BY ACTS
OF GOD, MISUSE, ABUSE, NEGLIGENCE, ACCIDENT, WEAR
AND TEAR, UNREASONABLE USE, OR BY OTHER CAUSES
UNRELATED TO DEFECTIVE MATERIALS OR WORKMANSHIP;
(d) HAS HAD THE SERIAL NUMBER ALTERED, DEFACED OR
REMOVED; (e) HAS HAD THE WARRANTY SEAL ON THE
SYSTEM ALTERED, DEFACED OR REMOVED; OR (f) IF AN
UNAUTHORIZED PROGRAM IS USED TO ALTER THE SYSTEM
SOFTWARE. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER PRODUCTS
SOLD AS IS OR WITH ALL FAULTS, OR CONSUMABLES
(SUCH AS BATTERIES). PROOF OF PURCHASE IN THE FORM
OF A BILL OF SALE OR RECEIPTED INVOICE WHICH IS
EVIDENCE THAT THE UNIT IS WITHIN THE WARRANTY
PERIOD MUST BE PRESENTED TO OBTAIN WARRANTY
SERVICE.
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS
WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE
CONSUMER. ANY APPLICABLE IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN
DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. IN NO
EVENT SHALL SCEA BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR
INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. SOME STATES OR
PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATION ON HOW LONG AN
IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS AND SOME STATES DO NOT
ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATIONS OF
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, SO THE
ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO
YOU.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state or province to
province. This warranty is valid only in the United States and
Canada.
LIMITED HARDWARE WARRANTY AND
LIABILITY
The warranty offered by Sony Computer Entertainment
America LLC on your PS Vita system is the same whether or
not you register your product.

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Service policy
SCEA's policy with regards to product servicing is as follows:
The following measures may be taken during the product
service process. By submitting for product servicing you agree
to accept these measures.
• The PS Vita system software will be updated.
• Protective stickers or seals that have been placed on the
system by customers may be removed.
• PS Vita system settings may be changed.

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Before disposing of or giving your PS Vita system to a third party
for any reason, deactivate your system and delete all the data
on your system. This will help prevent unauthorized access to or
use of your credit card or other personal details.
1 Back up your data
You can back up your PS Vita system data to a PlayStation®3
system or a computer using (Content Manager). Back up
your data as necessary. For details about backing up data, refer
to the user's guide.
Hint
You can restore the backed up data to a new PS Vita system using
(Content Manager).
2 Deactivate the system
The system cannot be deactivated after it is given away or
disposed of. The number of PS Vita systems that can be
activated on one PlayStation®Network account is limited, so
deactivate the system before disposing of it. For details about
system activation, refer to the user's guide.
Deactivate each content category by going to (Settings)
[Start] [PlayStation®Network] [System Activation]
and tapping the content categories.
3 Restore the PS Vita system
Restore the PS Vita system settings to their default values and
delete all of the data in system memory. If you do not restore the
PS Vita system, a third party may be able to gain access to and
use your personal information and credit card number.
Tap (Settings) [Start] [Format] [Restore the
PS Vita System] and follow the on-screen instructions to
complete the operation.
Before disposing of the system
The PS Vita system is made of plastics, metals and a Lithium-ion
battery. Follow local regulations when disposing of the system.
Sony products can be recycled for free in the United States and
Canada by dropping the product off at a number of nationwide
locations. Visit www.sony.com/ecotrade and www.eco.sony.ca
for details.
Before disposing of or transferring
your PS Vita system
Notice
SCEA shall not be liable for any direct and indirect,
consequential, or special damages, including any damages
that may arise from unauthorized access to or use of the data.
Notice
Never remove the screws and never remove the battery from the
system. Tampering with the system will void the warranty and
result in refusal of service from SCEA. For details, see "LIMITED
HARDWARE WARRANTY AND LIABILITY" ( page 12).

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Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Depending on the software version in use, the system may
operate differently than described in this manual.
PlayStation®Vita system
Specifications
Screen
5 inches (16:9), 960 × 544, OLED, multi-
touch capacitive touchscreen
Approximately 16,770,000 colors
displayed
Rear touch pad Capacitive multi-touch pad
Cameras
Front camera, rear camera
Maximum resolution:
640 × 480 (VGA)
Sound Built-in stereo speakers
Built-in microphone
Sensors
Six-axis motion sensing system (three-
axis gyroscope, three-axis
accelerometer),
Three-axis electronic compass
Location Built-in GPS (PCH-1101 only)
Supports Wi-Fi location service
Main slots and
connectors
PS Vita card slot
Memory card slot
SIM card slot (PCH-1101 only)
Multi-use port
Headset jack
Accessory port
Power source
Battery:
Type Built-in, rechargeable Lithium-
ion battery
Power rating
DC 3.7 V, 2210 mAh
AC adaptor:
DC 5.0 V
Maximum power
consumption Approx. 6 W (when charging)
External dimensions
Approx. 182.0 × 18.6 × 83.5 mm /
7.2 × 0.8 × 3.3 in
(width × height × depth)
(excluding largest projection)
Weight
PCH-1001:
Approx. 260 g / 9.2 oz
PCH-1101:
Approx. 279 g / 9.9 oz
Operating
environment
temperature
5 °C - 35 °C / 41 °F - 95 °F

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Network features
* 802.11n is supported only for a 1 × 1 configuration.
AC adaptor
Estimating the battery charge time*
* When charging a battery with no charge remaining.
Estimated battery duration
*1 When the screen brightness is set to the default setting, the
Bluetooth®feature is not being used, and headphones are being
used.
*2 When the network feature is not being used.
*3 When the system enters standby mode during music playback,
while music continues playing.
Hint
Battery duration may vary depending on screen brightness, how
network features (mobile network/Wi-Fi/Bluetooth®) are being used,
and the type of content being played.
System software
The system software included within this product is subject to a
limited license from Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Refer to
scei.co.jp/psvita-eula for further details.
Mobile network
(PCH-1101 only)
Portable modem (data transmission):
HSDPA/HSUPA
GSM/GPRS/EDGE
Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11b/g/n support*
Bluetooth®Bluetooth®2.1+EDR compliant
Input AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Output DC 5 V, 1500 mA (1.5 A)
External dimensions
Approx. 45 × 22 × 68 mm /
1.8 × 0.9 × 2.7 in
(width × height × depth)
(excludes largest projection)
Weight Approx. 51 g / 1.8 oz
Charging with the AC
adaptor Approx. 2 hours 40 minutes
Game*1*2 Approx. 3 - 5 hours
Video playback*1 Approx. 5 hours
Playing music*1*3 Approx. 9 hours

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Computer Entertainment Inc. Also, " " and
"LIVEAREA" are trademarks of the same company.
"SONY" and " " are registered trademarks of Sony
Corporation.
The Bluetooth®word mark and logos are owned by the
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony
Computer Entertainment Inc. is under license. Other trademarks
and trade names are those of their respective owners.
3G/Wi-Fi model is powered by Qualcomm.
All other trademarks are the properties of their respective
owners.
Copyright and trademarks

© 2012 Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in China
User's Guide
To read the User's Guide, tap [User's Guide] on the (Settings)
LiveArea™ screen. An internet connection is needed to read the
User's Guide.
You can also read the User's Guide on a PC by visiting the following
website:
manuals.playstation.net/document/
Support website
us.playstation.com/PSVITAqsg
Visit the Support Knowledge Center for additional details and
technical information regarding your PS Vita system.
System update website
us.playstation.com/support/systemupdates/psvita
Visit the System Update website for information about PS Vita
system software updates.