Sony Playstation 2 Owners Manual
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3-084-420-32(1) F © 2003 Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. All rights reserved.SCPH-50003Instruction ManualThank you for purchasing the PlayStation ®2 computer entertainment system. You can play PlayStation ®2 format CD-ROM and DVD-ROM discs, PlayStation ® format CD-ROM discs, audio CDs, and DVD video and DVD-RW (VR mode) discs with this system. Before operating this console, please read this manual carefully and retain it for future reference. MEMORY CARD slots “ ” product family logo 1 (standby)/RESET button and 1 indicator IR receiver A (open) button and A indicator Disc tray Controller ports USB connectors L2 button, R2 button, L1 button, R1 button Directional buttons ¢ , a , ✕ , s buttons START button ANALOG mode button SELECT button Left analog stick, right analog stick, L3 button, R3 button
2 WARNING Do not expose the console to cigarette smoke or dustWhen setting up the console, avoid places subject to excessive cigarette smoke or dust. Cigarette smoke residue or dust build-up on internal components such as the lens, may cause the console to malfunction.Disc handling•Do not leave discs near a heat source, in direct sunlight, or in high humidity. •Store discs in their cases when they are not being used. Stacking discs or standing them at an angle without putting them in their cases can cause the discs to warp. •Do not touch the disc surface when handling a disc; hold it by the edges. •Do not stick paper or tape onto the disc. •Do not write on the disc with a marker, etc. •Fingerprints, dust, dirt or scratches on the disc can distort the picture or reduce sound quality. Always handle carefully and make sure discs are clean before use. •Clean discs using a soft cloth, lightly wiping from the centre outwards. •Do not use solvents such as benzene, commercially available cleaners not intended for CD use or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs since these can damage the disc.Do not touch the console connectorsDo not touch the metal parts or insert foreign objects into the console connectors. To help protect the expansion bus connector within the EXPANSION BAY, keep the EXPANSION BAY cover in place on the console rear when the bay is not in use.Do not place the console in an unusually hot locationDo not leave the console in a car with its windows closed (particularly in summer) as this may warp the exterior of the console or cause the console to malfunction.Moisture condensationIf the console or the disc is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one, moisture may condense on the lens inside the console or on the disc. Should this occur, the console may not operate properly. In this case, remove the disc and do not put the disc back in until the moisture evaporates. (This could take several hours.) If the console still does not operate properly, please contact the appropriate PlayStation ® customer service helpline which can be found within every PlayStation ® and PlayStation ®2 format software manual. Do not subject the console to violent physical shockDo not throw or drop the console or its accessories, and do not knock the console or its accessories against other objects. When carrying the console, do not subject it to any type of violent physical shock. This may damage the disc or cause the console to malfunction. Precautions Avoid damaging the exterior of the consoleDo not apply any solvents, and do not place any rubber or vinyl materials on the surface of the console for an extended period of time. Doing so may damage the plastic surface or cause the paint to peel off.Cleaning the exterior of the consoleWhen cleaning the exterior of the console, be sure to turn the power off with the MAIN POWER switch on the back of the console and disconnect the AC power plug from the electrical socket. •If the exterior of the console becomes dirty, soak a soft cloth in a mild detergent solution diluted with water, tightly squeeze the cloth to remove the excess liquid, wipe the affected area of the exterior and finish by wiping with a dry cloth. •Do not use benzene or paint thinner to clean the exterior of the console since these may damage the surface or cause the paint to peel off. When using a chemically-treated dust cloth, follow the usage instructions supplied with it. •Dust can accumulate in both the front and rear vents of the console. Check the vents from time to time and remove any accumulated dust with a handheld or low powered vacuum cleaner.Never disassemble the console•Use your PlayStation ®2 computer entertainment system according to the instructions in this manual. No authorisation for the analysis or modification of the PlayStation ®2 console, nor the analysis and use of its circuit configurations, is given. •There are no user-serviceable components inside the PlayStation®2 console. Disassembling it will void the guarantee. Additionally, there is a risk of exposure to (laser) radiation as well as to electrical shock hazards. Notes on safety when using the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK ®2)* •Stop using the console immediately if you begin to feel tired or if you experience discomfort or pain in your hands or arms while operating the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK ®2). If the condition persists, consult a doctor. •The Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK ®2) is intended for use with the hands only. Do not bring it into close contact with your head, face or the bones of any other part of the body. •The vibration function of the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK ®2) can aggravate injuries. Do not use the vibration function if you have any ailment or injury to the bones, joints or muscles of your hands or arms. Note that some PlayStation ®2 and PlayStation ® format software titles set the vibration function to “On” by default. In most cases, the vibration function can be set to “Off” in the options menu of the software. Do not play such titles using the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK ®2) unless you have set the vibration function to “Off”. •Avoid prolonged use of the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2). Take a break at about 30 minute intervals. * These notes also apply to the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®). To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the console to rain or moisture. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place a container filled with liquids on top of the console. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.CautionThe use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this unit is harmful to eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.Read carefully before operating your PlayStation ®2 console A few people may experience epileptic seizures when viewing flashing lights or patterns in our daily environment. These persons may experience seizures while watching TV or playing video games, including DVD videos or games played on the PlayStation ®2 console. Players who have not had any seizures may nonetheless have an undetected epileptic condition. Consult your physician before operating the PlayStation ®2 console if you have an epileptic condition or experience any of the following symptoms while watching TV programs or playing video games: altered vision, muscle twitching, other involuntary movements, loss of awareness of your surroundings, mental confusion, and/ or convulsions. This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. This label is located on the protective housing of the CD/ DVD unit inside the enclosure.NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED KINGDOMA moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a 5 AMP fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362, (i.e., marked with 2 or @ mark) must be used. If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact the appropriate PlayStation ® customer service helpline which can be found within every PlayStation ® and PlayStation ®2 format software manual. A limited number of PlayStation ® format software titles may not play or play differently on the PlayStation ®2 computer entertainment system. This is primarily due to design variations in PlayStation ® format software. For further information on individual software titles, please contact the appropriate PlayStation® customer service helpline which can be found within every PlayStation ® and PlayStation ®2 format software manual.
3 GBGetting started DVD video systems and regional restrictions•This console conforms to the PAL broadcast standard. You cannot play discs recorded for other broadcast standards (such as NTSC) on this console (unless the NTSC disc displays the ALL label and an NTSC compatible TV is used). •Some DVD videos are marked with region numbers such as 2. The number contained within the symbol represents the region number of DVD players on which the disc can be played. DVD videos that do not bear this symbol, or that do not display the number 2 cannot be played on your console. •DVDs with the ALL label can also be played on this console. If you attempt to play any other DVDs, a message stating “This disc cannot be played due to regional restrictions.” will appear on the screen. •Some DVDs that have no region code markings may still be subject to area restrictions and may not be playable on the console. Discs that can be played on PlayStation ® 2 Notes on the playback of DVD-R/DVD-RW/ DVD+R/DVD+RW discs*•Some discs recorded using DVD-R/DVD- RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW devices may not be playable due to scratches, dirt, dust, fingerprints or problems encountered during recording, or due to the state of the disc when the recording was made. Only discs that have been finalized (a process that concludes recording) after recording are playable. •Video recorded on CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) compatible DVD-RW discs using the copy-once capability, will not play that section of video, and the message “Playback is restricted. Cannot play.” will be displayed. For details, refer to the instructions supplied with the DVD recording device. (CPRM is a copy protection system with scramble capability for recorded “copy-once” broadcast programs.)* For details on each type of DVD media, refer to the Glossary on pages 27-28 of this instruction manual. Disc logoDisc colourContentsDisc size PlayStation ®2 format DVD-ROM “ ”, PlayStation ®2 logo and designation Silver PlayStation ®2 format CD-ROM “ ”, PlayStation ®2 logo and designation Blue Audio and video 12 cm PlayStation ® format CD-ROM PlayStation ® logo and designation Black *1 When you position the console vertically and play an 8 cm audio CD, use an optional adaptor. *2 When playing an 8 cm DVD video or DVD-RW disc, always place the console in the horizontal position. *3 The terms “DVD” and “DVD video” are used to refer to DVD-R, DVD+R and DVD+RW discs as well as DVD-RW discs recorded in Video mode throughout this instruction manual. The “DVD VIDEO” and “DVD-RW” logos are trademarks. Disc logoContents Disc size Audio CDsAudio DVD videos *3 Audio and video 12 cm 8 cm *1 12 cm 8 cm *2 DVD-RW (VR mode)Audio and video 12 cm 8 cm *2 Note on playback operations of DVDsThis console plays DVD video as originally designed by the software producers. Some of the playback features of this console may not have been incorporated into the DVD video design. As a result, some playback features may not be available with certain DVD videos. Please refer to the instructions supplied with your DVD video for details.Irregularly-shaped discsDo not use irregularly-shaped CDs or DVDs (for example, heart- or star-shaped discs) as they may cause the console to malfunction.
4 Table of contents WARNING 2 Precautions 2 Discs that can be played on PlayStation ®2 3 Checking the package contents 4 Positioning the console 4 Connecting your PlayStation ®2 to a TV set 5 Connecting digital audio equipment 7 Connecting other digital equipment 7 Using the main menu 8 Playing a game 10 Using Memory Cards 12 Playing an audio CD 12 Playing a DVD video 14 Settings and adjustments for the DVD player 18 Troubleshooting 25 Specifications 27 Glossary 27 GUARANTEE 28 Getting started Connection Game / Audio CD DVD video Additional information Check that you have the following items: •PlayStation ®2 console You can position the console either horizontally or vertically.When positioning the console vertically, use the SCPH-10040 E Vertical Stand (for PlayStation ®2) (sold separately). When positioning the console horizontally, you can use the SCPH-10110 E Horizontal Stand (for PlayStation ®2) (sold separately). Checking the package contentsPositioning the console Notes•Do not place the console in a position other than a horizontal or vertical one, as doing so may damage it. •Do not change the position of the console while it is in operation. Doing so may damage the disc or cause the console to malfunction.The ” ” product family logo on the disc tray The “ ” product family logo on the disc tray can be rotated to match the horizontal or vertical positioning of the console. Vertical positioning Horizontal positioning •Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK ®2)•AC power cord •Instruction manual•AV Cable (integrated audio/video) •Euro-AV connector plug If any items are missing, please contact the appropriate PlayStation ® customer service helpline which can be found within every PlayStation ® and PlayStation ®2 format software manual. Logo adjustment
5 GBConnection Connecting to a TV with an S VIDEO input connector Connecting your PlayStation ® 2 t o a TV set You can connect the PlayStation ®2 console to most TVs or VCRs using the supplied AV Cable (integrated audio/video) as described below. The console can also be connected to other types of TVs using specialized cables and adaptors, which are sold separately. For details, see the following sections: •Connecting to a TV with an S VIDEO input connector (this page) •Connecting to a TV with an aerial input (this page) •Connecting to a TV with a Euro-AV connector using the Euro-AV connector plug (page 6) •Connecting to a TV with a Euro-AV connector using the Euro-AV Cable (page 6) •Connecting to a TV with component video input connectors (page 6) The instructions in the above sections assume audio output through TV speakers. Caution For safety reasons, turn off the console and remove the power plug from the electrical outlet before making or adjusting connections. Connecting to a TV with audio/video inputConnect your PlayStation ®2 console to the TV using the supplied AV Cable (integrated audio/video). When connecting the cords, be sure to match the colour-coded cords to the appropriate jacks on the equipment: yellow (video) to yellow, red (right audio) to red and white (left audio) to white. After connectingSet your TV to the appropriate video input mode. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with your TV for details.When connecting to a wide-screen TV (16:9 aspect ratio)Set “Screen Size” in the System Configuration menu to “16:9.” For details on the System Configuration menu, see pages 8-9. If your TV is monauralDo not connect the red plug. If you want to hear both left and right sounds from a monaural TV, use a commercially available dual phono to single phono (stereo to monaural) type audio cable (sold separately). Connecting to a VCRConnect your PlayStation ®2 console to your VCR using the supplied AV Cable (integrated audio/video) matching the plug colours to the jacks on the VCR. If your VCR is monaural, do not connect the red plug. However, when playing a DVD video, do notconnect the console to a VCR. If you do, picture quality may be reduced. Connect the console directly to the TV.After connectingSet your TV and VCR adjustments appropriately. Refer to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV and VCR for details. Connect your PlayStation ®2 console to the S VIDEO input connector on the TV using the SCPH-10060 E S VIDEO Cable (sold separately) for a higher quality picture than that using an AV Cable (integrated audio/video). After connectingSet your TV to the appropriate video input mode (such as “S VIDEO”).Connecting to a TV with an aerial inputConnect your PlayStation ®2 console to the aerial input on the TV using the SCPH-10072 B RFU Adaptor (sold separately). In this case, the sound is monaural.After connectingTune your TV to frequency 36. DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector~ AC IN connectorMAIN POWER switch AV MULTI OUT connector AV Cable (integrated audio/video) AC power cord To the mains EXPANSION BAY To video input To audio input (left) To audio input (right) VCR Connect directly PlayStation ®2 consoleTV When playing a DVD video To AV MULTI OUT connector To S VIDEO input To audio input (left)To audio input (right)To AV MULTI OUT connector To aerial input
6 C Connecting to a TV with a Euro-AV connector using the Euro-AV connector plugConnect your PlayStation ®2 console to the Euro-AV connector (SCART) on the TV using the Euro-AV connector plug and AV Cable (integrated audio/video), making sure you match the colour-coded plugs of the AV Cable to the matching jacks of the connector plug. After connectingSet your TV to the appropriate video input mode. Refer to the instruction manual of your TV.Connecting to a TV with a Euro-AV connector using the Euro-AV CableYou can improve picture quality by using the Euro-AV Cable SCPH-10142 (sold separately). Connect your PlayStation ®2 console to the Euro-AV connector on the TV. After connectingSet your TV to the appropriate video input mode. Refer to the instruction manual of your TV. NoteEuro-AV Cable supports the video output of PlayStation ®2 and PlayStation ® format software only. Important! When viewing DVD videos on your PlayStation ®2, use another cable which supports PlayStation ®2 format video output, for example AV Cable (integrated audio/video), RFU Adaptor or S VIDEO Cable. To AV MULTI OUT connector To Euro-AV connectorTo AV MULTI OUT connector To Euro-AV connector Note about bouncing effectSome TVs or monitors may experience a bouncing effect in their pictures when using the PlayStation ®2 console. There is nothing wrong with the PlayStation®2 console or the way it is manufactured. The problem technically lies within the television. If you encounter such a problem with your television/monitor, please contact the appropriate PlayStation ® customer service helpline which can be found within every PlayStation ® and PlayStation ®2 format software manual. Static image cautionStatic, non-moving images, such as DVD menus, configuration displays or paused images may leave a faint image permanently on the TV screen if left on for extended periods of time. Projection TVs, except those of LCD screen types are more susceptible to this than other types of displays. Do not operate the console in such a manner that this could occur.If your monitor or projector has component video input connectors (Y, CB/PB, CR/PR), connect your PlayStation ®2 console using the SCPH-10100 E Component AV Cable (for PlayStation ®) (sold separately). This will provide the best picture. Before connectingIf you connect your PlayStation ®2 console to a television using the Component AV Cable without first setting the “Component Video Out ” option under the System Configuration menu to “Y Cb/Pb Cr/Pr,” the TV screen might not display properly. Before connecting your console with the Component AV Cable, first use the supplied AV Cable (integrated audio/video) and make sure that the “Component Video Out” option is set to “Y Cb/Pb Cr/Pr.” Connecting to a TV with component video input connectors To AV MULTI OUT connector To component video input connectors To audio input Connecting your PlayStation ®2 to a TV set (continued)
7 GBConnection This section explains how to connect your PlayStation ®2 console to audio equipment with digital connectors (such as Dolby Digital optical (AC-3) output). Using digital receivers and amplifiers, you can enjoy features such as multi-channel sound and surround sound. Connecting to a receiver or amplifier, “MD (Minidisc)” deck or “DAT (Digital Audio Tape)” deck with a digital connectorUse a commercially available optical digital cable (sold separately) and set “DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)” in the System Configuration menu to “On” (the default setting). For details on the System Configuration menu, see page 8. Notes•Refer also to the instructions supplied with the device to be connected. •You cannot directly make digital audio recordings of discs recorded in Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG AUDIO format using an MD or a DAT deck.Connecting to an audio device with a built-in DTS* 1, Dolby Digital* 2 or MPEG decoder By connecting to an audio device with a built-in DTS, Dolby Digital or MPEG decoder (sold separately), you can play back sound recorded in Dolby Digital (AC-3), DTS or MPEG AUDIO format to reproduce the effect of listening in a movie theatre or concert hall.Connect the device through the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector using an optical digital cable (sold separately). Settings for the DVD player on your PlayStation ®2 console You may need to adjust settings for the DVD player depending on the device to be connected. For details on using the Setup display, see pages 20-24. •When you connect an audio device with a built-in DTS decoder Set “DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)” to “On” and then set “DTS” to “On” in the “Audio Setup” display. •When you connect an audio device with a built-in Dolby Digital decoder Set “DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)” to “On” and then set “Dolby Digital” to “On” in the “Audio Setup” display. •When you connect an audio device with a built-in MPEG decoder Set “DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)” to “On” and then set “MPEG” to “On” in the “Audio Setup” display. NoteRefer to the operating and setup instructions for the audio device to be connected. *1“DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. *2 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works. © 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved. MAIN POWER AV MULTI OUT DIGITAL OUT(OPTICAL) DIGITAL INPUTOPTICAL AC IN~ Audio device with a built-in DTS, Dolby Digital or MPEG decoderPlayStation ®2 console Optical digital cable (sold separately) Speakers USB connectors Connecting other digital equipment Connecting a device using the Universal Serial Bus (USB) interfaceThe two USB connectors on the front of the console can be used to connect USB-compatible devices. Also refer to the instructions supplied with the device to be connected. Note Not all USB-compatible products work with the PlayStation ®2 computer entertainment system. See the appropriate USB-compatible product’s user manual for more information. Connecting digital audio equipment Connected device PlayStation ®2 console rear
8 When you turn on the console for the first time you will be prompted to adjust basic language and time settings. These settings can be changed later through the System Configuration menu. For details, see “Using the System Configuration menu” (pages 8-9). After setup, the main menu is displayed whenever you turn on the console without a disc inserted. You can move to the Browser screen or the System Configuration menu from the main menu.Using the Browser screenYou can do the following operations using the Browser screen: •Check/copy/delete game data on a Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation ®2) or Memory Card •Start PlayStation ® or PlayStation ®2 format software •Play an audio CD •Play a DVD video Select “Browser” using the directional buttons and press the ✕ button. The Browser screen is displayed. The Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation ®2), Memory Card or disc inserted in the console are displayed as icons. Checking /copying/ deleting data You can copy data from one Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation ®2) or Memory Card to another or delete data you no longer wish to keep. You cannot, however, copy data of the PlayStation ®2 format software to an SCPH-1020 EHI Memory Card. Insert the Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation ®2) or Memory Card in advance. 1 Select the icon of the Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation ®2) or Memory Card where the data you want to check/copy/delete is saved, and then press the ✕ button. 2 Check/copy/delete data according to the instructions on the screen. NoteWhile copying or deleting data, do not remove the Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation ®2) or Memory Card. Using the System Configuration menuUsing the System Configuration menu, you can change or update your system settings for your PlayStation ®2 console. Changes to these settings are saved and remain in effect even after you turn off the console. The default settings are underlined. 1 Select “System Configuration” using the directional buttons and press the ✕ button.The System Configuration menu is displayed. 2 Select the item you want using the directional buttons and press the ✕ button. x Clock AdjustmentSets the clock.1 Use the directional buttons to set the day and then press the right directional button.Use the same method to set the month, year, hour, minute and second. To return to the previous menu, press the left directional button. 2 Press the ✕ button to start the clock. Select optional settings for the clockSelect “Clock Adjustment” using the directional buttons and press the ¢ button. You can set the following optional items.Time Format•24 hour clock •12 hour clock Using the main menu Date Format•DD/MM/YYYY •YYYY/MM/DD •MM/DD/YYYYTime ZoneSelect the appropriate time zone.Daylight Savings Time (Summer Time)Set this item to “Daylight Savings Time (Summer Time)” when the daylight savings time is in effect. •Standard (Winter Time) •Daylight Savings (Summer Time)x Screen SizeSelects the display mode according to the TV to be connected. •4:3 : Select this when you connect a standard TV to the console. •Full : Select this when you connect a standard TV to the console. The black margins on the upper and lower portions of the screen are cut off. •16:9 : Select this when you connect a wide-screen TV, or a TV that displays in wide mode to the console.x DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)Selects whether to output signal through the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector. •On : Select this when you connect with an optical digital cable (sold separately). Normally select this option. •Off : Select this when you do not want sound signal to be output via the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector.x Component Video OutIf your TV, monitor or projector has an RGB input connector or component video input connectors (Y, CB/PB, CR/PR) that conform to the output signals of the console, set this item. When connecting the console using the supplied AV Cable (integrated audio/video) or S VIDEO Cable (sold separately), you do not need to set this item. •Y Cb/Pb Cr/Pr : Select this when you connect the console to the component video input connectors on your TV. •RGB : Select this when you connect the console to the RGB input connector on your TV. NoteYou can output PlayStation ® and PlayStation ®2 format software in either RGB or Y Cb/Pb Cr/Pr format. However, the PlayStation ®2 console has been designed tooverride the “Component Video Out” setting in the System Configuration menu and output all DVD video software in Y Cb/Pb Cr/Pr. The colour is disturbed when you set this item to “RGB” and play the DVD. x Remote ControlSet this option when using the DVD Remote Control (for PlayStation ®2) which is sold separately. • Gameplay Function On: Select this when operating PlayStation ®2 or PlayStation ® format software using the DVD Remote Control. •Gameplay Function Off: Select this when not operating PlayStation ®2 or PlayStation ® format software using the DVD Remote Control. Notes•When Remote Control is set to “Gameplay Function On”, some PlayStation ®2 or PlayStation ® format software may stop operating normally when a controller is removed from controller port 1. Set to “Gameplay Function Off” if this happens. •Operation using the DVD Remote Control buttons may not work in some cases. Also, the DVD Remote Control will not work when you press two or more buttons at the same time. •Some unlicensed 3rd party peripherals may not work with “Gameplay Function” set to “On”. Note that the use of such peripherals is not recommended and will void your guarantee. x L anguage Selects the language for the on-screen display. •English •French •Spanish •German •Italian •Dutch •PortugueseChecking version informationYou can check version information or settings of various features.At the main menu, press the ¢ button. The Version Information screen is displayed. The default settings are underlined.x Auto-diagnosisThe PlayStation ®2 console automatically adjusts console settings for best possible disc playback. However, you can also manually start the auto-diagnosis feature whenever necessary.
9 GBConnection Diagnosis•Off •On1 Select “Console” using the directional buttons and press the ¢ button. 2 Select “On” using the directional buttons and press the ✕ button. 3 Insert a disc.The console automatically starts the diagnosis. NoteThe diagnosis setting automatically returns to “Off” (default setting) when you press the 1/RESET button or start playing a PlayStation ® format disc, PlayStation ®2 format disc or a DVD video disc. x PlayStation ® Driver The PlayStation ® Driver is a programme for loading PlayStation® format software. Disc Speed•Standard: Normally select this position. •Fast: Loading time for a PlayStation ® format software disc can be shortened. Depending on the software, there may be no effect or the software may unexpectedly fail. In this case, select “Standard.” Texture Mapping•Standard: Normally select this position. •Smooth: You can make the display smoother when playing certain PlayStation ® format software titles. Depending on the software, there may be no effect. In this case, select “Standard.” 1 Select “PlayStation ® Driver” using the directional buttons and press the ¢ button. 2 Select the item you want using the directional buttons and press the ✕ button. NoteAdjusted settings automatically return to “Standard” (default setting) when you press the 1/RESET button or turn off the console. x Clearing the Progressive settingYou can clear the DVD player’s Progressive setting.Clear Progressive Setting• No • Yes1 Use the directional buttons to select “DVD Player”, and press the ¢ button. 2 Press the ✕ button. 3 Use the directional buttons to select “Yes” and press the ✕ button.The Progressive setting is not cleared immediately after “Yes” is selected. The setting will only be cleared when the DVD video starts playback. 4 Press the a button to return to the main menu. Then use the directional buttons to select “Browser”, and press the ✕ button. 5 Use the directional buttons to select the DVD video icon, and press the ✕ button.The DVD player’s progressive setting is cleared, and playback begins. Notes•This setting can be cleared only when “Progressive” is set to “On”. When “Progressive” is set to “Off”, the Options menu under DVD Player is not displayed. •For details on setting “Progressive” to “On”, see “Progressive” under “Settings and adjustments for the DVD player” on page 22. •The Progressive setting is not cleared if any of the following occur before step 5 is completed: –The console enters standby mode after the 1 (standby)/RESET button has been pressed. –The console is turned off using the MAIN POWER switch on the console rear.
10 4,6 2 5 3 1 Starting a gamePlaying a game 1 Turn on the console using the MAIN POWER switch on the console rear.The 1 (standby) indicator on the console front lights up in red to indicate that the console is now in standby mode. 2 Press the 1 (standby)/RESET button.The 1 indicator turns green and the start-up screen is displayed. 3 Plug the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK ®2) into a controller port of the console. 4 Press the A (open) button.The disc tray opens. 5 Place a disc on the disc tray with the label side facing up (data side down). 6 Press the A button.The disc tray closes. Screen 2 or 3 is displayed and the game is ready to begin. NoteSet the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK ®2) to the appropriate mode for the software (see “Mode switching and the mode indicator” on page 11). Refer to the appropriate software manual for details. Screens that appear at start-upWhen turning on the console without first inserting a discScreen 1 is displayed. •When you insert a PlayStation ®2 or PlayStation ® format disc after screen 1 has appeared, screen 2 or 3 is displayed and you can start the game. •You can move to the Browser screen or the System Configuration menu from screen 1. (For details, see “Using the main menu” on pages 8-9.) When turning on the console with a disc already insertedDepending on the type of disc inserted, screen 2, 3 or 4 is displayed. If screen 4 is displayed, it is possible that the inserted disc is not a PlayStation ® or PlayStation ®2 format disc. Check the disc type (page 3). 1No disc is inserted (main menu). 2PlayStation ®2 format DVD-ROM / CD-ROM is inserted. Restarting a game Press the 1/RESET button. (Be sure not to hold the button down for any length of time, as this will put the console in standby mode.) Do not accidentally press the 1/RESET button while playing a game, or the game will restart. 1,3 4 2 3 PlayStation ® format CD-ROM is inserted. 4A disc that cannot be played with the PlayStation ®2 console is inserted. Ending a game1 Press the A (open) button.The disc tray opens. 2 Remove the disc. 3 Press the A button.The disc tray closes. 4 Press and hold down the 1/RESET button for more than three seconds.The 1 indicator turns red and the console enters standby mode. When not intending to play a game for an extended period of timeTurn the power off at the MAIN POWER switch on the console rear, and disconnect the power plug from the electrical socket.