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- Page 1 Instruction Manual Before using this product, carefully read all product documentation and retain it for future reference. CECH-2102A CECH-2102B CECH-2103A 4-184-386-81(1) CECH-2103B...
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Page 2: Warning
Sony service station. procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. The manufacturer of this product is Sony Computer Entertainment Inc., 2-6-21 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku Tokyo, 107-0062 Japan. The Authorised The use of optical instruments with this product will Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, increase eye hazard. - Page 3 System software The System Software included within this product is subject to a limited licence from Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Refer to http://www.scei.co.jp/ps3-eula for further details. 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.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Connecting to the Internet ............32 WARNING ..................2 Using the Internet browser .............32 Precautions ..................5 Viewing the user’s guide ..............32 Online information about the PS3™ system ........10 Creating a PlayStation Network account ........32 XMB ™ (XrossMediaBar) menu ............11 ®... -
Page 5: Precautions
Precautions Do not touch the system or connected cables or accessories during an Safety electrical storm. Do not use the system or accessories near water. 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 Do not allow liquid, small particles or other foreign objects to get into the shock or personal injury. - Page 6 Precautions When connecting the system to a plasma or projection* TV, do not leave a still Do not cover with cloth. image on the TV screen for an extended period of time, as this may leave a Do not allow dust to build up on the vents. faint image permanently on the screen.
- Page 7 When using the PS3™ system’s scan function to select a wireless LAN access Never disassemble or modify the system or accessories point, access points that are not intended for public use may be displayed. Only connect to an access point that you are authorised to use, or one that is Use the PS3™...
- Page 8 Precautions Vents Cleaning method When dust accumulates in the system vents, remove the dust with a low-powered Clean discs with a soft cloth, lightly wiping from the centre vacuum cleaner. outwards. Do not use solvents, record cleaners, anti-static spray or other Connectors chemicals as these can damage the discs.
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Page 10: Online Information About The Ps3™ System
Online information about the PS3™ system Friends This manual explains hardware features and provides basic information about how to Chatting and exchanging messages set up and operate the PS3™ system, including warnings and precautions for the safe and proper use of the system. You can also access the following information available PlayStation Network ®... -
Page 11: Xmb ™ (Xrossmediabar) Menu
XMB ™ (XrossMediaBar) menu The PS3™ system includes a user interface called XMB ™ (XrossMediaBar). Category Select a category using the button. Select an item using the button. Press the button to confirm the selected item. button: Displays the options menu/control panel Directional buttons: Used to select on-screen categories/items Selecting an icon and pressing the... -
Page 12: Part Names
Part names System front / rear DUALSHOCK 3 Wireless Controller ® Port indicators USB connector L2 button R2 button Disc slot L1 button R1 button Power button button Eject button Directional button WLAN access indicator buttons button HDD access indicator button USB connectors Left stick/... -
Page 13: Getting Started
Getting started Connection methods Connect your system to a TV You can use any of the following methods to connect your system to a TV. Video output in SD (Standard Definition) resolution HDMI OUT AV MULTI OUT connector connector ... - Page 14 Getting started Connect an Ethernet cable (sold separately) Use an Ethernet cable to connect the system to the Internet. Hint LAN connector AC IN connector You can use a wireless network connection to connect to the Internet without using an Ethernet cable. For details, see "Adjusting network settings"...
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Page 15: Performing Initial Setup Of The System Software
Perform initial setup. Performing initial setup of the system software After turning on the system, perform initial setup. Turn on the TV, and then switch the video input of the TV to match the input connector used by the PS3™ system. Press the power button. -
Page 16: Video Output On The Ps3™ System
Getting started Video output on the PS3™ system The PS3™ system can output two types of resolution: HD and SD. Refer to the instruction manual for the TV in use to check which video mode is supported. (High Definition) (Standard Definition) Video mode * 1080p 1080i... - Page 17 Video output cable types The resolution displayed on the TV varies depending on the input connectors on the TV and the type of cable in use. Select a cable to match the TV in use. Cable type Input connector on the TV Supported video modes*¹...
- Page 18 Getting started Confirm the screen, and then press the button. Adjusting video output settings If you changed the connector in step 2, a screen for confirming the change Depending on the type of cables and the connectors used, you may will be displayed.
- Page 19 Confirm the settings, select [Yes], and then press the Adjust audio output settings. button. Continue on to adjust audio output settings. Adjust settings to match the TV or audio device in use. Depending on the connector selected in step 2 and the resolutions selected in step 5, this screen may not be displayed.
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Page 20: Connecting Digital Audio Devices
Getting started Connecting digital audio devices Examples when connecting an audio device You can connect audio devices that support digital audio playback, An HDMI cable or optical digital cable can be used to connect an such as an AV receiver for home entertainment use. audio device to the PS3™... -
Page 21: Turning The Ps3™ System On And Off
Turning the PS3™ system on and off Turning on the system Turning off the system Press the power button. Press the power button. The power indicator lights up in solid green to indicate that the system is The power indicator lights up in solid red. turned on. -
Page 22: Using The Wireless Controller
Using the wireless controller Step 2: Assign a controller number Preparing for use Each time you turn on the system, a number must be assigned to the To use a wireless controller, you must first register or "pair" the controller controller. - Page 23 Battery charge level Using the controller wirelessly If you press and hold down the PS button for more than one second, If you disconnect the USB cable, you can use the controller wirelessly. you can check the battery charge level on the screen. To use it wirelessly, the controller’s battery must be charged.
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Page 24: Playing Content
Playing content Blu-ray Disc (BD)/DVD/CD Insert the disc. An icon is displayed in the XMB ™ menu, and playback of the disc begins. The eject indicator turns solid blue to indicate that the disc is inserted. If the disc does not automatically start, select the icon for the disc from the XMB ™... -
Page 25: Playing Content On Usb Devices
Playing content on USB devices Notices Do not remove USB devices or turn off the system while data is being You can connect external devices, such as devices that are compatible saved, loaded or deleted. Doing so may cause data loss or corruption. with USB Mass Storage Class, using a USB cable. -
Page 26: Playing Games
Playing games Quitting a game Game compatibility During gameplay, press the PS button on the Wireless Controller. Then select (Game) (Quit Game) to quit the game. PlayStation 3 format software Can be played on this system ® Hint Can be played, but may not always PlayStation format software ®... -
Page 27: Saved Data For Playstation ® Format Software
Hints Saved data for PlayStation format software ® Depending on the software, slots may be preassigned. For details, refer to the To save data from PlayStation format software, you must create the instructions supplied with the software. ® internal memory cards on the hard disk and assign the cards to slots. You can assign slots during gameplay. -
Page 28: Adjusting Network Settings
Adjusting network settings Example of a network configuration (wired) Example of a network configuration (wireless) A wired network configuration requires items , and . A wireless network configuration requires items and . Network gateway device Network gateway device ... -
Page 29: Adjusting Network Settings (Wired)
Adjusting network settings (wired) Adjusting network settings (wireless) Connect an Ethernet cable (sold separately) to the system. Check that an Ethernet cable is not connected to the system. Select (Settings) (Network Settings) [Internet Select (Settings) (Network Settings) [Internet Connection Settings], and then press the button. - Page 30 Adjusting network settings Adjust wireless LAN settings. Hints SSID and WEP/WPA keys are types of security information that are required Select the access point that you want to use. You can usually select [Scan] when connecting to an access point. If you do not have this information, and choose an access point within range of your system.
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Page 31: Adjusting Custom Settings
Adjusting custom settings Specify the MTU value used when transmitting data. You can usually In certain network environments, some settings may not be adjusted select [Automatic]. automatically by selecting [Easy]. Refer to the information below and also follow the on-screen instructions to adjust custom settings. Proxy Server Specify the proxy server to be used. -
Page 32: Connecting To The Internet
Connecting to the Internet If network settings are already completed, the PS3™ system will Viewing the user’s guide automatically connect to the Internet when the system is turned on. The connection will remain active as long as the system is on. You can use the Internet browser to view the online user’s guide for the PS3™... -
Page 33: Ps3™ System Updates
PS3™ system updates By updating the PS3™ system software, you can add features and/or Update methods security patches. Frequently update your system to use the latest version of the system software. You can perform an update in any of the ways described below. System software updates http://eu.playstation.com/ps3 Network update... -
Page 34: Using The On-Screen Keyboard
Using the on-screen keyboard Cursor Text entry field Displays predictive options Hints For details about using the on-screen keyboard, refer to the online user’s guide (access from : eu.playstation.com/manuals). You can also enter text using a USB keyboard or Bluetooth -compatible ®... -
Page 35: Parental Control
Parental control The PS3™ system includes a parental control feature. You can use this Other security settings feature to set a password and limit the playback of content restricted by a parental control level (games, videos and other content). By setting You can set parental control limitations on content other than games the parental control level on the system, you can prevent the playback under... -
Page 36: Replacing The Hard Disk
Replacing the hard disk You can replace the hard disk that is installed in the PS3™ system. Notice You should where possible make periodic back-ups of data stored on the Caution hard disk as a precaution against possible loss or corruption. If for any reason software or data loss or corruption occurs or the hard disk must be formatted Remove the hard disk in a location out of the reach of small children to help prevent accidental swallowing of small parts such as screws. -
Page 37: Removing The Hard Disk
Hints Place the system upside down on a soft, dry cloth, and then open the screw cover. Some data cannot be copied, moved or backed up. By using a card reader/writer (USB connector type, sold separately), you can Use the notch located above the screw cover to slightly pull up the cover. -
Page 38: Replacing The Hard Disk
Replacing the hard disk Remove the hard disk. Replacing the hard disk Pull the handle upwards, and then pull out the hard disk from the system. Caution For safety reasons, be sure to turn off and unplug the system before attempting to replace the hard disk. -
Page 39: Reinstalling The System Software
Remove the hard disk from the metal frame. Hint If you lose the HDD bay cover, screw cover, screws or the metal frame, contact your local Customer Service helpline (see manual back cover) for availability of replacement parts. Reinstalling the system software If the system software does not start when the system is turned on (such as when the hard disk has been replaced), a screen such as the one shown below is displayed. -
Page 40: Restoring Data That Has Been Backed Up
Replacing the hard disk Hints Restoring data in a single operation Use the latest version of the update data available on the website. You cannot reinstall the system software using a version that is earlier than the system You can restore data that you backed up in a single operation by software version that had previously been used. -
Page 41: Restoring The Ps3™ System
Restoring the PS3™ system After you complete the operation and restart the system, the initial Notices setup screen will be displayed. Follow the on-screen instructions to If you restore the default settings or restore the PS3™ system, changes to perform initial setup of the system software ( page 15). - Page 42 Restoring the PS3™ system This product contains a battery which is permanently built-in for safety, performance or data integrity reasons. The battery should not need to be replaced during the lifetime of the product and should only be removed by skilled service personnel.
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Page 43: Before Requesting Service
Before requesting service Go through this section if you experience difficulty in operating the The Blu-ray Disc (BD) or DVD cannot be played, or the picture is PS3™ system. Should any problem persist, contact the appropriate distorted. PlayStation customer service helpline which can be found within every ... - Page 44 Before requesting service The size of the video image and the TV screen do not match. Music files do not play. The settings of the connected TV and the video output settings of Playback methods may be limited for some music files that are the system may not match.
- Page 45 The message [The attempt to obtain an IP address timed out.] is The disc cannot be removed. displayed during the Internet connection test. Press the eject button for 10 seconds or longer to force the disc to eject. After removing and before reinserting a disc into the system, If you disconnected the Ethernet cable that is used to connect to a device such as a PC, and then reconnected it to the system, you turn off the system, and then turn on the system again to resume...
- Page 46 Before requesting service The software may not support the vibration function. Refer to the Wireless controller instruction manual for the software. For software downloaded from (PlayStation Store), refer to the compatibility notice information ® The wireless controller does not function. included in the software’s online description.
- Page 47 Depending on how a disc is being used, such as when copying an The power indicator is flashing red and green alternately. audio CD to the hard disk or starting software from a disc, disc The interior of the system has become hot. Check whether the noise may be louder than normal.
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Page 48: Specifications
Mass Approx. 3.0 kg 256 MB GDDR3 VRAM Operating temperature 5°C - 35°C 120 GB* (CECH-2102A / CECH-2103A) Hard disk 2.5" Serial ATA 250 GB* (CECH-2102B / CECH-2103B) Hard disk capacity calculated using base 10 mathematics (1 GB = Inputs/ Hi-Speed USB 1,000,000,000 bytes). - Page 49 PlayStation 2 format software titles do not perform on this system. ® "BRAVIA™ Sync" is a Sony product feature that allows you to use the remote This product has limited backward compatibility with PlayStation format controls of BRAVIA™ televisions (Sony Corporation products) to operate various ®...
- Page 50 Specifications The audio CD playback feature of this system is designed to conform to the (Models sold in Compact Disc (CD) standard. Some record companies have started marketing PlayStation 3 BD ® music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies. Some of these Region 4 countries only) music discs do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable on (Models sold in...
- Page 51 Wireless controller battery Caution If you come into contact with material from a leaking battery, 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. –...
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Page 52: Guarantee
GUARANTEE This Guarantee is given to you as first user by Sony Computer Entertainment GUARANTEE FOR CONSUMERS IN AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND Europe Ltd of 10 Great Marlborough Street, London, W1F 7LP, United Kingdom. Thank you for buying this Product. We hope that you enjoy using it. - Page 53 8. You understand and agree that reformatting of the HDD will result in loss of vi. operation or treatment of the Product inconsistent with normal personal or your stored data, files or software. To avoid loss or erasure of any software, domestic use or operation outside the Product specifications.
- Page 54 HDD before you are able to use it with your repaired or replaced PS3™ system. This Guarantee is given to you as first user by Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd of 10 Great Marlborough Street, London, W1F 7LP, United Kingdom.
- Page 55 8. You understand and agree that reformatting of the HDD will result in loss of vi. operation or treatment of the Product inconsistent with normal personal or your stored data, files or software. To avoid loss or erasure of any software, domestic use or operation outside the Product specifications.
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Page 56: Copyright And Trademarks
Copyright © 2004-2006 Cambridge Silicon Radio Ltd. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and ® any use of such marks by Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. - Page 57 DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are Manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D used under license. symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. U.S. and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories. DLNA and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks and/or service marks of Digital Living Network Alliance.
- Page 58 Copyright and trademarks This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by Java and all Java based trademarks and logos are trademarks or registered U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries. technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision.
- Page 59 eZiText and Zi are registered trademarks of Zi Corporation. ® ® Portions of this software are copyright © 16-2008 The FreeType Project (www.freetype.org). All rights reserved. This software is based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group. Visit http://www.scei.co.jp/ps3-license/index.html for other licensees and trademarks.
- Page 60 3 products provides the latest information about ® software titles and hardware accessories. Support http://eu.playstation.com/help-support The official site for PlayStation product support provides the latest questions and ® answers about your product. © 2010 Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in China...
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