Sony Playstation 2 Instruction Manual

11Connecting to a TV
Preparation
Picture quality differs depending on the type of cable used. Use the 
information below to determine the best connection method.
If you use a cable sold separately, refer to the instructions supplied with the 
cable.
Notes
 The DVD players progressive scan mode is only available when playing a disc 
recorded in NTSC format, and viewed on a TV that supports progressive scan 
(480p).
 You cannot connect the console to a TV with component video inputs that are 
exclusively...

12Connecting digital audio equipment
By using a commercially available optical digital cable, you can enjoy 
surround sound with the effect of being in a movie theatre or a concert hall. 
When connecting the console to audio equipment with digital connectors, 
refer to the instructions supplied with the device to be connected.
Notes
 If you connect the console to audio equipment using an optical digital cable, it may 
affect the audio output of some PlayStation®2 format software with the result that 
no...

13Connecting the AC adaptor and AC power cord
Preparation
Warnings The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily 
accessible.
 Do not plug the AC power cord for the console into the electrical outlet until 
you have made all other connections.
1Connect the AC power cord to the AC adaptor.
2Plug the connector of the AC adaptor into the ! DC IN 8.5V 
connector on the console rear.
3Plug the AC power cord into the electrical outlet.
The =/1 (on/standby) indicator on the console...

14Turning the console on and off
Do not turn on the console until you have finished these steps. Refer to the 
instructions supplied with your TV for details.
 Turn on the TV.
 Change your TV setting to display output from the line to which the 
console is connected.
1Check that the =/1 (on/standby) indicator on the console 
front is lit up in red.
2Press the =/1 (on/standby)/RESET button on the console 
front.
The =/1 indicator on the console front will turn green and output from 
the console will be...

15Playing a game
Games
Check that the connections to the TV and audio equipment are correct and 
that the precautions have been met.
 Precautions ( page 4)
 Connecting to a TV ( page 9)
 Connecting the controller ( page 12)
 Connecting the AC adaptor and AC power cord ( page 13)
Note
To play online games, you first need to connect to and set up a network. See 
Connecting to a network ( page 42) for details.
1Turn on the console ( page 14).
The main menu is displayed ( page 35).
2Press the A (open) button...

16Playing a game
4Close the disc cover.
Push the middle of the disc cover. After the disc cover is closed, the 
game will start.
Notes
 You can also start a game from the Browser screen ( page 35).
 If you turn on the console after inserting a disc, the game will start automatically.
To reset a game
Press the \/1 (on/standby)/RESET button on the console front. Do not 
accidentally press the @/1/RESET button while playing a game, as doing 
so will cause the game to reset.
CautionWhen removing a disc,...

17Playing a game
GamesThe Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2) is equipped with a pressure-
sensitive button function. It also has a vibration function.
Part names
* The left and right analog sticks, or the L3 and R3 buttons, function only in analog 
mode (indicator: red).
* The L3 and R3 buttons function when the analog sticks are pressed.
Note
Before using the Analog Controller 
(DUALSHOCK®2), with the console turned on, 
rotate the left and right analog sticks once with your 
thumbs before starting a game....

18Using Memory Cards
You can use the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®) (SCPH-110 E) with 
the PlayStation
®2 console, but the functions of the buttons in analog mode 
may be different from those of the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK
®2). 
Only the left and right analog sticks can be used in analog mode.
Note
Not all PlayStation®2 format software titles support the use of the Analog Controller 
(DUALSHOCK®) (SCPH-110 E). The Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2) 
should be used in such cases.
You can save and load...

19Using Memory Cards
GamesInsert the Memory Card into a MEMORY CARD slot on the console front.
Note
Some software titles designate a specific MEMORY CARD slot to use. Refer to the 
instructions supplied with the software for details.
Depending on the software, the procedure for saving or loading may vary. 
Refer to the instructions supplied with the software for details.
 
1At the Browser screen ( page 35), use the directional 
buttons to select the icon for the Memory Card you want to 
use for copying...

20Playing an audio CD
 
1Turn on the console and insert the disc ( page 15).
Follow steps 1 to 4 of Starting a game.
The track numbers are displayed.
2Using the directional buttons, select the track number you 
want to play and then press the   button.
Playback begins.
Notes
 If you turn on the console after inserting a disc, the track numbers are displayed 
automatically.
 You can also start playback from the Browser screen ( page 35).
CautionTo play an audio CD recorded in DTS format, you must connect...