Sony Playstation 2 Instruction Manual

41Using the Version Information screen
Main menu
7Close the disc cover.
Playback begins.
Note
The setting will not be cleared if 1) you do not start a DVD after step 4 or 2) you reset 
or turn off the console before step 6. 

42Connecting to a network
You can enjoy online games by connecting the PlayStation®2 console to a 
broadband network. To play all online games, you will need the following:
 A Network Access Disc (supplied separately)
 A Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation
®2) (sold separately)
 A service contract with a Broadband Internet Service Provider (sold 
separately)
 An Ethernet Cable (sold separately)
 An External Network Device such as a Broadband enabled digital set-top 
box, a cable modem, an ADSL modem or a...

43Connecting to a network
Networking
Connecting the console
WarningDo not plug the AC power cord for the console into the electrical outlet until you have made all other connections.
1Connect the Ethernet network cable to the NETWORK 
connector on the console rear.
2Insert the connector on the network cable to the network 
device.
The connection method will vary depending on the network device. 
Refer to the instructions supplied with the network device for details.
WarningDo not connect network cables...

44Creating network settings
After you have connected a network cable to the console, you will need to 
create and save network settings. To do this you need a Network Access 
Disc supplied by registering your PlayStation
®2 console.  You can register 
your PlayStation
®2 console by visiting www.ps2registration.com
To create a network setting, you will need the following items:
 A Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation
®2) (sold separately)
 Login and network setup information provided by your Broadband...

45Compatible software
Additional information
You can play discs of the following types on the PlayStation®2 console:
* Throughout this manual, the term DVD-Video is used to refer to DVD-R,
DVD-RW (Video mode), DVD+R and DVD+RW discs.
About PlayStation®2 format CD-ROM and DVD-ROM, and 
PlayStation
® format CD-ROM discs
The console can only play discs with the   designation.
Discs marked with   ,   or 
 cannot be played.
About DVD-Videos
 The console can only play discs recorded for the PAL broadcast...

46Accessories
About DualDiscs
A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which contains DVD recorded 
material on one side and digital audio material on the other side. However, 
since the audio material side does not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) 
standard, playback on this product is not guaranteed.
Optional accessories are available for this model of PlayStation
®2 console. 
When using optional accessories, be sure to purchase those that are 
compatible with this model of PlayStation
®2 console....

47GUARANTEE
Additional information
 This model of the PlayStation®2 console features a built-in IR receiver. 
When operating with a DVD Remote Control (for PlayStation
®2) (sold 
separately), do not insert an IR receiver (for PlayStation
®2) into a 
controller port of the console.
 When purchasing a DVD Remote Control for use with this console, 
choose one that does not include a separate IR receiver Unit.
 You cannot open or close the disc cover using the DVD Remote Control.
Only the Multitap (for...

48GUARANTEE
IMPORTANTIf this Product needs any repair which is not covered by this Guarantee, 
please call your local Customer Service helpline for advice.  If your home 
country is not one of those listed, please contact your retailer.
1. If you need to claim under this Guarantee, please call your local Customer Service 
helpline (listed in a PlayStation® and PlayStation®2 format software manuals) for 
return instructions and other guidance.
2. This Guarantee is only valid:
i. in the United Kingdom,...

49Specifications
Additional information
GeneralAC adaptor
Supplied accessories
page 7
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Copyrights
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected 
by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property 
rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of 
this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision 
Corporation, and is intended for home and other...

50Troubleshooting
About national export control
This product may fall within the scope of national export control 
legislation. You must comply fully with the requirements of such 
legislation and of all other applicable laws of any jurisdiction in relation to 
this product.
About copy protection
Attempted copying of DVDs played on this device, may be prevented or 
restricted by copy protection technology contained on the DVD. 
Attempted recording or copying of DVDs for private use by the removal 
or...