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SCEA Consumer Services / Servicios al consumidor SCEA
http://www.us.playstation.com/support (or call 1-800-345-7669)
Online user’s guide / Guía del usuario online
http://manuals.playstation.net/document/
System software updates / Actualizaciones del software del sistema
http://www.us.playstation.com/psp
Official PSP® website / Sitio Web oficial de PSP®
http://www.us.playstation.com/psp
Instruction Manual
Manual de instrucciones
© 2009 Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. All rights reserved. Printe
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WARNING NOTE: To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection For your safety, use only a licensed or genuine Sony against harmful interference in a residential installation. This AC adaptor for the PSP® system. Other types may equipment generates,
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Photosensitivity/Epilepsy/Seizures If you have questions about this product, contact SCEA Consumer Services ( back cover) or write to: A very small percentage of individuals may experience epileptic Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. seizures or blackouts when exposed to certain light patterns or Consumer Services/Technical Support flashing lights. Exposure to certain patterns or backgrounds on a US PO Box 5888, San Mateo, CA 94402-0888 U.S.A. screen or when playing video games may tri
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Radio waves System software Radio waves may affect electronic equipment or medical devices The system software included within this product is subject to a (for example, pacemakers), which may cause malfunctions and limited license from Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Refer to possible injuries. http://www.scei.co.jp/psp-eula/ for further details. If you use a pacemaker or other medical device, consult your
=> physician or the manufacturer of your medical device before About national export
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US WARNING
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Table of contents WARNING······················································ 2 Games Precautions ···················································· 8 Playing games ············································· 28 ™ Checking the package contents ··················· 12 Step 1 Install Media Go ···························· 30 ™ Step 2 Start Media Go ····························· 31 Things you can do with the PSP® system ···· 14 Step 3 Download (purchase) a game ········· 32 Step 4 Start the
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PSP® system documentation You can find information about the PSP® system in this manual as well as online. Support • Instruction Manual (this document) Before requesting service ···························· 42 This manual explains hardware features and provides LIMITED HARDWARE WARRANTY AND basic information about how to set up and operate the PSP® system, including instructions on how to LIABILITY················································· 48 download and start playing games. The man
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Precautions Before using this product, carefully read this manual and retain it Use and handling for future reference. Use in a well-lit area and keep the screen a safe distance from
=> your face. Avoid prolonged use of the PSP® system. To help prevent
=> Accessory compatibility eyestrain, take a break of about 15 minutes during every hour of Do not use accessories or peripherals that are intended for play. another model of the PSP® system, as these accessories/ If you experience any of th
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Do not use the system while driving or riding a bicycle. Depending on the conditions of use, the system or AC adaptor
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=> Take extra care when using the system while walking. may reach temperatures of 40°C/104°F or more. Do not touch
=> Handle the display panel with care when opening and closing. the system or AC adaptor for an extended period of time under
=> Be careful not to pinch your fingers when closing the display these conditions. Extended contact under these conditions may
=> panel
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Do not use the system to play games or video when the system Recorded data
=> ™ is covered with any type of fabric. If you want to pause or Do not use the Memory Stick Micro media in the following temporarily store the system while playing games or video, put ways, as doing so may result in data loss or corruption: ™ the system in sleep mode before placing it in the case or Removing the Memory Stick Micro media or turning off the
=> covering. Also do not use the AC adaptor when covered with
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Using an access point Cleaning When using the PSP® system’s search function to select a wireless For safety reasons, unplug the AC power cord from the electrical network access point, access points that are not intended for outlet and disconnect any other cables before cleaning the system. public use may be displayed. Only connect to a personal access Cleaning the exterior surface and LCD screen point that you are authorized to use, or one that is available US Wipe gently with a soft cloth. t
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Checking the package contents Check that you have all of the following items. If any items are missing, visit www.us.playstation.com/support or contact SCEA Consumer Services ( back cover) for assistance. Additional items may be included with certain models of this product. Please check against the contents listed on the product package. PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system AC power cord CD-ROM AC adaptor Printed materials USB cable Various accessories for the PSP® system are mention
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US Checking the package contents 1
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Things you can do with the PSP® system Wireless networking feature Using the wireless networking feature, you can connect to the Internet to access PlayStation®Store and use the Internet browser. SELECT START page 0 Equipped with system storage Bluetooth® wireless technology You can use the built-in system storage to save games, You can establish a wireless connection between the ™ music, photos and other types of content. PSP® system and the controller for the PS3 system or other Blu
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Listen to music Download and play games Listen to music, such as music files that have You can download (purchase) games from been imported from audio CDs to your PC. PlayStation®Store. Watch video Watch video that has been imported to your PC. Browse photos PlayStation®Store Browse photos from a digital camera or from other sources. Connect to a network page Browse Web pages on the Internet or listen to Internet radio. Update the system software You can add new features by updating
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Preparation Part names and functions With the display panel closed 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 System bottom 10 11 12 1 Part names and functions
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Preparation The tone can be changed only when 1 L button 9 POWER indicator using headphones. Furthermore, the Solid green tone setting is temporarily set to 2 Display button Power on [OFF] during gameplay. Press and release Solid orange Each time you press the display Press for more than one second Charging The sound is muted. To clear muting, button, the display changes among US three levels of screen brightness. The press the sound button again. Flashing green highest level (level 4)
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With the display panel open 1 2 3 4 Opening the display panel Slide the display panel upward to open the panel. 5 Display panel 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 1 Part names and functions SELECT START
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Preparation ™ ™ 1 WLAN access indicator 5 Memory Stick Micro (M ) 7 Strap holder Lights up when the wireless Attach a strap (sold separately) as access indicator networking feature is in use shown below. Lights up when data is being read or ™ written from Memory Stick Micro 2 Speakers media US 3 PS button Notice ™ ™ ™ When the Memory Stick Micro 4 Memory Stick Micro (M ) slot ™ (M2 ) access indicator is lit, do not eject the Memory Stick Slot cover ™ Micro media, turn off the 8 Dir
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Charging the battery Before using the PSP® system for the first time after Plug the AC power cord into an electrical 4 purchase, or when the battery charge level is low, follow outlet. the steps below to charge the battery. The power indicator lights up in orange, indicating that charging has begun. The power indicator turns off when the Caution battery is fully charged. Stop use, unplug the AC power cord from the electrical
=> POWER indicator outlet and disconnect any other cables immed
