User manual SONY PSP 1.5

Instruction manual PSP-1001 K TM 2-649-166-11(1) US WARNINGS To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Use the supplied AC adaptor only. If you use other types, it may cause fire, electrical shocks or a malfunction. For customers in the U.S.A. and Canada Caution The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. 2 WARNINGS For customers in the U.S.A. If you have questions about this product, call our technical support line at 1-800-345-7669, or write to: Sony Computer Entertainment America Consumer Services/Technical Support PO Box 5888, San Mateo, CA 94402-0888 U.S.A. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name : Model No. : Responsible Party : Address : Telephone No. : SONY PSP-1001 Sony Electronics Inc. 16450 W. Bernardo Dr. San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. 858-942-2230 US This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC 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. 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 3 You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This transmitter complies with FCC radiation exposure limit set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To comply with the FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, no change to the antenna or the device is permitted. Any changes to the antenna or the device could result in the device exceeding the RF exposure requirements and void user authorization to operate the equipment. In addition, this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located inside the battery compartment of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to the number whenever you call for technical assistance at 1-800-345-7669. Model No. PSP-1001 Serial No.______________ For customers in Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. The term "IC" before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met. Operation is subject to the following two conditions; (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. IC Radiation Exposure Statement This transmitter complies with IC radiation exposure limit set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To comply with the IC RF exposure compliance requirements, no change to the antenna or the device is permitted. Any changes to the antenna or the device could result in the device exceeding the RF exposure requirements and void user authorization to operate the equipment. In addition, this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. 4 WARNINGS Photosensitivity A very small percentage of individuals may experience epileptic seizures when exposed to certain light patterns or flashing lights. Exposure to certain patterns or backgrounds on a television screen or while playing video games, including games played on the PSPTM system, may trigger an epileptic seizure in these individuals. Certain conditions may trigger previously undetected epileptic symptoms even in persons who have no history of prior seizures or epilepsy. If you, or anyone in your family, has an epileptic condition, consult your physician prior to playing. If you experience any of the following symptoms while playing a video game - dizziness, altered vision, eye or muscle twitches, loss of awareness, disorientation, any involuntary movement or convulsions IMMEDIATELY discontinue use and consult your physician before resuming play. US 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 wireless networking feature. · Keep the PSPTM system at least 9 inches (23 cm) away from a pacemaker or other medical devices when using the wireless networking feature. · Do not use the wireless networking feature in the following locations: ­ Areas where its use is prohibited, such as in airplanes or hospitals. Abide by medical institution regulations when using the PSPTM system on their premises. Additionally, you may be violating air safety regulations punishable by fines by using the wireless networking feature in an airplane or by using the PSPTM system during takeoff or landing. ­ Crowded areas. ­ Areas near fire alarms, automatic doors and other types of automated equipment. · Use caution when using the wireless networking feature in a vehicle, as radio waves may affect electronic equipment in some vehicles. WARNINGS 5 GAME · Playing games · Managing saved data page 41 VIDEO page 45 · Playing UMDTMVideo · Playing videos (MPEG-4) saved on a Memory Stick DuoTM MUSIC page 57 · Playing UMDTMAudio · Playing music (ATRAC3plusTM or MP3) saved on a Memory Stick DuoTM PHOTO page 70 · Displaying images (JPEG) saved on a Memory Stick DuoTM · Playing slideshows SETTINGS page 82 · Adjusting PSPTM system settings · Creating video, photo or network settings · Connecting to devices using the USB connector 6 Using the home menu The basic operation of the PSPTM system starts from the home menu. Press the home button to display the home menu and use the directional buttons to navigate the horizontal and vertical icon bars. US Select a category Select an item Basic button operations Directional buttons: Used to select on-screen items button: Displays the options menu for selected items button: Cancels selected operations POWER HOLD HOME VOL SELECT START button: Confirms selected items Home button: Displays the home menu This manual includes instructions for the basic features of the PSPTM system. For additional information and answers to frequently asked questions about the PSPTM system, visit our Web site at http://www.us.playstation.com/psp For more information on the use of Memory Stick DuoTM media, see http://www.memorystick.com/psp 7 Table of contents WARNINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Battery pack precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 x Preparation Checking the package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Part names and functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Preparing the PSPTM system for use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Connecting the headphones with remote control . . . . . . . . 28 x Basic operations Turning the PSPTM system on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Putting into sleep mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Inserting a UMDTM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Inserting a Memory Stick DuoTM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Avoiding unintended operation of the PSPTM system . . . . . 34 Using the sound button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Using the display button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 x Game Playing a game . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Game options menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Copying and deleting saved data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 x Video Watching a video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Using the control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Operating with PSPTM system buttons or the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Video options menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Saving videos on a Memory Stick DuoTM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 8 Table of contents x Music Listening to music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operating with PSPTM system buttons or the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Music options menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Transferring and saving music on a Memory Stick DuoTM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 60 64 65 67 US x Photo Viewing images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operating with PSPTM system buttons or the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Photo options menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Playing slideshows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saving images on a Memory Stick DuoTM . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 71 74 75 76 80 x Settings Settings for the PSPTM system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Video Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Photo Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 System Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Date & Time Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Power Save Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Sound Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Security Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 USB Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Network Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Network Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 How to use the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Table of contents 9 x Additional information Compatible media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 10 Table of contents Precautions Before using this product, carefully read this manual and retain it for future reference. 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 and AC power cord for damage and for dust build-up around the power plug or electrical outlet. · 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 becomes too hot to touch. · Call SCEA Consumer Services at 1-800-345-7669 if the device does not operate properly. US Use and handling · Use in a well-lit area and keep the screen a safe distance from your face. · Avoid prolonged use of the PSPTM 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 · Keep the system and accessories out of the reach of small children. Small children may swallow the Memory Stick DuoTM or wrap the cables/ straps around themselves, which may inflict injury or cause an accident or a malfunction. · 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. · Be careful not to pinch your fingers when closing the disc cover. Precautions 11 · Do not use the system or accessories near water. · Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. · Do not use the headphones if they cause discomfort to your skin. If the supplied headphones cause discomfort to your skin, discontinue use immediately. If symptoms do not subside even after discontinuing use, seek medical attention. · 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 or drop the system or accessories, or subject the devices to strong physical shock. Handle the analog stick with care. · Do not forcibly twist the PSPTM system or expose the system to strong physical shock during gameplay, as doing so can damage the system or cause the disc cover to open, ejecting the disc. · Do not put heavy objects on the system or accessories. · Do not touch or insert foreign objects into the connectors of the system or accessories. · Do not place the system close to items with a magnetic strip, such as credit cards. · Do not touch the system or AC adaptor for an extended period of time while in use. Depending on the conditions of use, the system or AC adaptor may reach temperatures of 40° C/104° F or more. 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 and AC power cord use · Do not touch the plug of the AC power cord with wet hands. · Do not touch the AC power cord, AC adaptor or the system, if connected to an electrical outlet, during an electrical storm. · Do not use a power source other than the supplied battery pack, AC adaptor and AC power cord. 12 Precautions · Do not allow dust or foreign matter to build up around the system or accessory connectors. If there is dust or foreign matter on the system's connectors or the AC power cord, wipe it off with a dry cloth before connecting. Dust or other matter on the connectors can result in fire or electrical shock. · Unplug the AC power cord from the electrical outlet and remove the battery pack from the system before cleaning or when you do not intend to use the system for an extended period of time. · Protect the AC power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the system. · 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. · Do not use the system to play games or video when the system is covered with any type of fabric. If you want to pause or temporarily store the system while playing games or video, put the system in sleep mode before placing it in the pouch. Also do not use the AC adaptor when covered with fabric. This may help to avoid overheating. · 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. US LCD screen · Red, blue or green spots (bright spots) or black spots (dark spots) may appear in certain locations on the LCD screen. The appearance of such spots is a normal occurrence associated with LCD screens and is not a sign of a malfunction. LCD screens are made using highly precise technology. However, a very small number of dark pixels or continuously lit pixels exist 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 LCD 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. Precautions 13 Memory Stick DuoTM For best results, follow these guidelines: · Do not touch the connector area (A) with your hands or with metal objects. · Do not press hard when writing on the memo area (B). · Do not insert a Memory Stick DuoTM into a device designed to accept only standard-size Memory StickTM media. · Do not use or store a Memory Stick DuoTM in the following: ­ Places subject to high temperatures, such as in a hot vehicle ­ Locations exposed to direct sunlight ­ Locations that are very humid or conducive to corrosion · Use the supplied case to carry or store the Memory Stick DuoTM. x Recorded data Do not use the Memory Stick DuoTM in the following ways, as doing so may result in data loss or corruption: · Removing the Memory Stick DuoTM or turning off the system while it is loading or saving data or being formatted. · Using it in a location that is exposed to static electricity or electrical interference. 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. In accordance with copyright law, no recorded data may be used for purposes other than personal enjoyment without permission from the copyright holder. 14 Precautions Pouch and wrist strap · If you want to pause or temporarily store the system while playing games or video, put the system in sleep mode before placing it in the pouch. This may help to avoid overheating. · Put both the PSPTM system and the remote control in hold mode to help prevent unintended operation. · Keep the pouch and wrist strap out of the reach of small children. Never disassemble the system or supplied accessories Use the PSPTM 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. The LCD screen, in particular, contains dangerous, highvoltage parts, and the laser beam for reading UMDTM may cause visual impairment if exposed directly to the eyes. US Overseas use Depending on the country, there are limitations on the use of certain types of radio waves. In some cases, use of the system may lead to a fine or other penalty. Moisture condensation If the PSPTM system or UMDTM is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one, moisture may condense on the lens inside the system or on the UMDTM. Should this occur, the system may not operate properly. In this case, remove the UMDTM and turn off and unplug the system. Do not put the UMDTM back in until the moisture evaporates (this may take several hours). If the system still does not operate properly, contact our technical support line at 1-800-345-7669 for assistance. UMDTM handling · Do not touch the opening on the rear of the disc (recorded surface of the disc) with your fingers. · Do not allow dust, sand, foreign objects or other types of dirt to get on the disc. Precautions 15 · If the UMDTM becomes dirty, gently wipe the exterior and recorded surfaces of the UMDTM using a soft cloth. Do not use solvents or other chemicals. Cleaning For safety reasons, unplug the AC power cord from the electrical outlet and remove the battery pack from the system before cleaning. x Cleaning the exterior surface Wipe gently with a damp cloth, and then dry the surface. Do not use solvents or other chemicals to clean the exterior of the PSPTM system. x Cleaning the LCD screen Wipe gently with a soft cloth. x Cleaning the connectors · Do not use when the connectors of the system, AC adaptor or the AC power cord are not clean. Remove the dirt with a dry cloth or cotton swab. If used when dirty, the flow of electrical current may be obstructed. · If the headphones or remote control connectors become dirty, this could cause noise or interruptions in sound. Wipe the connectors with a dry, soft cloth to keep in clean condition. 16 Precautions Battery pack precautions Warnings Do not handle a damaged or leaking battery pack. Contact with the material can result in injury or burns to the eyes or skin. Even if foreign substances are not immediately visible, chemical changes in the material can result in injuries occurring at a later time. If you come into contact with material from a leaking battery pack, take the following actions: · If the material gets into the eyes, do not rub. Immediately flush the eyes with clean water and seek medical attention. · If the material comes into contact with the skin or clothes, immediately rinse the affected area with clean water. Consult your physician if inflammation or soreness develops. Handle the battery pack with care. The battery pack may explode or present a fire or chemical burn hazard if it is not handled carefully. · Do not allow the battery pack to come into contact with fire or subject it to extreme temperatures such as in direct sunlight, in a vehicle exposed to the sun or near a heat source. · Do not cause the battery pack to short-circuit. · Do not disassemble or tamper with the battery pack. · Prevent damage to the battery pack. Do not carry or store the battery pack with metal items such as coins or keys. If damaged, discontinue use. · Do not throw or drop the battery pack or subject it to strong physical shock. · Do not put heavy objects on or apply pressure to the battery pack. · Do not allow the battery pack to come into contact with liquids. If it becomes wet, discontinue use until it is completely dry. · Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children. · If the PSPTM system will not be used for an extended period of time, remove the battery pack and store it in a cool, dry place out of the reach of children. · Use only the supplied battery pack or a replacement marked for use with the PSPTM system. · Use only the designated AC adaptor to charge the battery pack. US Precautions 17 Recycling Lithium-Ion Batteries Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/ Caution Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries. 18 Precautions Preparation Checking the package contents Check that you have all of the following items. If any items are missing, contact our technical support line at 1-800-345-7669 for assistance. s PSPTM (PlayStation®Portable) POWER US Preparation HOLD 5V STA SEL ECT RT VO L HOME s Battery pack s Headphones with remote control s AC adaptor s Memory Stick DuoTM (32 MB) s Wrist strap s Pouch s AC power cord s Cloth s UMDTM software s Printed materials Checking the package contents 19 Part names and functions System front POWER HOLD HOME VOL SELECT START A L button B Directional buttons C Memory Stick DuoTM access indicator Lights up when saving and loading data F Strap holder Attach as shown in the diagram. L VO ME HO D WLAN access indicator Lights up when using the wireless networking feature G Left speaker H Home button Displays the home menu E Analog stick Can be used with games that support analog operation I Volume - button Turns the volume down J Volume + button Turns the volume up 20 Part names and functions K LCD screen L Display button Adjusts screen brightness ( page 37) Q R S T page 35) button button button button Lights up, flashes or changes color to indicate system status ( page 29) M Sound button Adjusts the tone ( U Power indicator N Select button O Start button P R button US Preparation V Hold indicator Turns yellow when in hold mode ( page 34) W Right speaker System rear UMD A Battery cover B Push button PUSH C Disc cover Part names and functions 21 System top L OPEN R A IR port B USB connector C Open latch System bottom 5V DC IN A Headset connector B Charging terminals C DC IN 5V connector 22 Part names and functions System left side US Preparation A Memory Stick DuoTM slot* B WLAN switch Turns on the wireless networking feature System right side R:Power switch r:Hold switch A Power/hold switch Turns the system on and off, puts in sleep mode ( pages 29, 31) and locks the system buttons ( page 34) * The PSPTM system messages use "Memory Stick" as a general reference to Memory Stick DuoTM and Memory Stick PRO DuoTM. Note that standard-size Memory StickTM media cannot be used with the PSPTM system. Part names and functions 23 Headphones with remote control Remote control front Remote control side A . button B > button C Volume + button Turns the volume up A Hold switch Locks the operation of the remote control. Note that this button does not lock the buttons of the PSPTM system. D Volume - button Turns the volume down B Clip E u button 24 Part names and functions VOL Preparing the PSPTM system for use Before using the PSPTM system for the first time after purchase, you must follow these steps to charge the battery. Before inserting the battery pack, find the serial and model numbers listed within the battery compartment and make a record of the numbers in the spaces provided under Owner's Record on page 4. US Preparation Getting started 1: Inserting the battery pack 1 Remove the battery cover. Hold down the push button and slide the battery cover open. UMD 2 Insert the battery pack. Align the bottom surface of the battery pack with the system to attach. P UMD 3 Replace the battery cover. 2 Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow until it locks firmly into place. UMD PUSH PUSH PUSH 1 Align the tabs. Preparing the PSPTM system for use 25 Getting started 2: Charging Caution The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. Do not plug the AC power cord for the PSPTM system into an electrical outlet until you have made all other connections. 1 Plug the AC power cord into the AC adaptor. AC adaptor AC power cord 2 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 5V connector on the system bottom. 5V POWER DC IN HOLD SELECT START AC adaptor 26 Preparing the PSPTM system for use 3 Plug the AC power cord into an electrical outlet. POWER AC power cord HOLD SELECT START US Preparation To electrical outlet The power indicator lights up in orange, indicating that charging has begun. The power indicator will turn off when the battery is fully charged. 4 Unplug the AC power cord from the electrical outlet and disconnect the AC adaptor from the system. Hint For information on how to charge the battery, see "Battery" ( page 38). Getting started 3: Initial setup 1 2 Turn on the PSPTM system ( page 29). The power indicator lights up in green, and the initial setup screen is displayed. Follow the on-screen instructions to make settings for system language, time zone, date and time and nickname. When you have completed initial setup, the home menu ( displayed. page 7) is Hints · See "How to use the keyboard" ( page 107) for information on how to enter characters. · Settings made during initial setup can be changed in (Settings). See "System Settings" ( page 86) and "Date & Time Settings" ( page 89) for details. Preparing the PSPTM system for use 27 Connecting the headphones with remote control 1 Connect the headphones to the PSPTM system. Headphones HOME VOL Remote control 1 Plug the headphones into the remote control. 2 Plug the headphones into the headset connector on the system bottom. Hint The remote control is exclusively for use with the PSPTM system and cannot be used with other devices. Also, remote controls supplied with other devices cannot be used to operate the PSPTM system. 28 Connecting the headphones with remote control Basic operations Turning the PSPTM system on and off Turning the system on 1 Slide the power/hold switch up. US Basic operations POW ER SE LE CT ST AR T HOLD The power indicator lights up in green, and the home menu is displayed. Hints · If the PSPTM system is turned on with a UMDTM inserted, the UMDTM will begin playback automatically. · The system can be used with the AC adaptor connected. In this case, charging will begin automatically. The power indicator lights up in orange while charging. Power indicator The color and condition (solid or flashing) of the light indicates system status. Solid green Solid orange Flashing green Light off Power on Charging Charge level is low Power off/in sleep mode Turning the PSPTM system on and off 29 Turning the system off 1 Hold the power/hold switch in the up position for more than two seconds. The power indicator flashes and then turns off, indicating that the system is turned off. 30 Turning the PSPTM system on and off Putting into sleep mode If the PSPTM system is switched to sleep mode, the game that is playing will be paused. When sleep mode is cleared, the screen that was displayed before entering sleep mode will begin playback again. Notices · Do not put the system into sleep mode while the Memory Stick DuoTM access indicator is on. This may cause data loss or corruption. · If the battery runs out while in sleep mode, when you clear sleep mode, the system will not return to the screen that was displayed before entering sleep mode. It is recommended that you save game data before you put the system into sleep mode. US Basic operations 1 With the system turned on, slide the power/hold switch up. POW ER SE LE CT ST AR T HOLD The power indicator flashes and then turns off, and the system enters sleep mode. Hints · Some software cannot be put into sleep mode. · If sleep mode is cleared during video or audio playback, the screen will return to the home menu. Clearing sleep mode Slide the power/hold switch up again. Putting into sleep mode 31 Inserting a UMDTM Notice Do not eject a UMDTM during playback. 1 2 Slide the open latch on the PSPTM system top. The disc cover opens. Insert a UMDTM. With the disc label facing the system rear, slide the UMDTM in the direction of the arrow until it is fully inserted. Do not touch the recorded surface. Open latch L OPEN R 3 Close the disc cover. Ejecting the UMDTM Slide the open latch on the system top to open the disc cover. Hint When ejecting, hold the PSPTM system in an upright position (as shown in the diagram above). 32 Inserting a UMDTM Inserting a Memory Stick DuoTM Warning Keep Memory Stick DuoTM media out of the reach of small children, as the media could be swallowed by accident. 1 US Open the slot cover and insert the Memory Stick DuoTM. Basic operations Front side Open the slot cover in the direction of the arrow. Press until fully inserted. Ejecting the Memory Stick DuoTM Open the slot cover and press the Memory Stick DuoTM in the direction of the arrow to eject. Notice When the Memory Stick DuoTM access indicator is lit, the PSPTM system is saving or loading data. Do not eject the Memory Stick DuoTM, turn off the system or put the PSPTM system into sleep mode while the indicator is lit. If you do, it may cause data loss or corruption. Memory Stick DuoTM access indicator HOME Inserting a Memory Stick DuoTM 33 Avoiding unintended operation of the PSPTM system 1 Slide the power/hold switch down. POW ER SE LE CT ST AR T HOLD The switch locks into place. The hold indicator turns yellow, indicating that the system buttons are locked. Clearing hold mode Slide the power/hold switch to its original position. 34 Avoiding unintended operation of the PSPTM system Using the sound button The sound button is used to adjust the tone and to mute the sound for audio playback and for key tones. Adjusting the tone US Basic operations 1 Press the sound button. POWER HOLD SELECT START Each time you press the button, the tone changes as follows: HEAVY POPS JAZZ UNIQUE OFF Strengthens both bass and treble to produce an intense sound Strengthens the mid-range. Ideal for vocals Strengthens both bass and treble to produce a balanced sound Strengthens bass, treble and mid-range sound Normal tone Hint Tone can only be adjusted when using the headphones. Also, note that the tone setting is temporarily set to "OFF" during gameplay. Turning off the sound (mute) 1 Hold down the sound button for more than one second. The sound will be muted. Using the sound button 35 Clearing mute Muting can be turned off by the following methods: · Pressing the sound button. · Pressing the volume + or volume - button on the system front or on the remote control. 36 Using the sound button Using the display button The display button is used to adjust screen brightness. Adjusting screen brightness 1 US Press the display button. Basic operations POWER HOLD SELECT START Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows: Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 (Level 4) Brighter Darker Hint Level 4 can be selected only while plugged in using the AC adaptor. Turning off the backlight 1 Hold down the display button for more than one second.