3-077-227-41(1) MEMORY CARD slots Instruction Manual Thank 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 discs with this system. Before operating this console, please read this manual carefully and retain it for future reference.
WARNING Precautions Do not expose the console to cigarette smoke or dust To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the console to rain or moisture. When 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. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place a container filled with liquids on top of the console.
Discs that can be played on PlayStation®2 Disc logo Disc colour “ PlayStation®2 format CD-ROM ”, PlayStation®2 logo and designation “ ”, PlayStation®2 logo and designation Silver GB PlayStation® format CD-ROM WARNING PlayStation® logo and designation Precautions Getting started Blue Black Contents Audio and video Disc size 12 cm Discs that can be played on PlayStation®2 Checking the package contents Positioning the console Audio CDs DVD videos Connection Connecting your PlayStation®2
Checking the package contents Check that you have the following items: • Console • AC power cord • Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2) • AV Cable (integrated audio/video) Positioning the 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).
Connecting your PlayStation®2 to a TV set Connecting to a TV with audio/video input Connect your PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system 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 connecting Set your TV to the appropriate video input mode.
Connecting other digital devices Connecting digital audio equipment 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.
Using the Main menu Time Format Note •24 hour clock •12 hour clock •DD/MM/YYYY •YYYY/MM/DD •MM/DD/YYYY You 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 to override 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.
Playing a game Starting a game Screens that appear at start-up 1 Turn on the console using the MAIN POWER switch on the back of the console. The 1 (standby) indicator on the front of the console lights up in red to indicate that the console is now in standby mode. 4 Press the A (open) button. The disc tray opens. 5 Place a disc on the disc tray with the label side facing up. 6 Press the A button. The disc tray closes. Screen 2 or 3 appears and the game is ready to begin.
Using the Analog Controller When not intending to play a game for an extended period of time 1 Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2) (supplied / sold separately) Changing from one game to another There is no need to turn off the console when you want to change games. 1 ...... Press the A button. The disc tray opens. PlayStation® format software •The Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2) can be used with PlayStation®2 and PlayStation® format software. •You can switch between digital and analog modes.
Using Memory Cards You can save and load game or other data using the Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) or Memory Card (each sold separately). Differences between the Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) and Memory Card Playing an audio CD Inserting Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) and Memory Card Insert the Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) or Memory Card into the MEMORY CARD slot, with the arrow side up.
Playing a DVD video Operating the DVD player directly with a controller 1 Turn on the console using the MAIN POWER switch on the back of the console. The 1 (standby) indicator on the front of the console lights up in red to indicate that the console is now in standby mode. 2 Press the 1 (standby)/RESET button. This console is equipped with DVD Player software that is compatible with the DVD Remote Control (for PlayStation®2).
Using various functions with the Control Panel Using the Control Panel Control Panel item list You can enjoy various functions using the on-screen menu (Control Panel). The possible functions are different depending on the disc. 9 Chapter Display (page 14) While playing a disc, you can check the current title number and current chapter number on the TV screen. 0 Help (page 14) The list of the direct buttons on the controller is displayed on the TV screen. 1 Press the SELECT button.
Using the DVD menu Using the Title menu Changing the audio language Displaying subtitles GB Some DVDs allow you to select the disc contents using a menu. When you play these DVDs, you can select the language for the subtitles, the language for the sound, etc., using the DVD menu. A DVD is divided into long sections of a film or a music feature called “titles.” When you play a DVD which contains several titles, you can select the title you want using the Title menu.
Using various functions with the Control Panel (continued) Searching for a title You can select the number of the title you want to search for using the number buttons. 1 ...... Select (Go to Title) using the directional buttons and press the ✕ button. “Go to Title - -” appears on the TV screen. 2 ...... Use the number buttons to enter a 2 digit title number.
Settings and adjustments for the DVD Player Setup display item list Using the Setup display, you can change the initial settings, adjust the picture and sound and set various other output options. You can also choose a language for subtitles, limit playback by children, and so on. The default settings are underlined.
Settings and adjustments (continued) Setting the display language or sound track (Language Setup) “Language Setup” allows you to choose among various languages for the on-screen display or sound track. The default settings are underlined. Select “Language Setup” in the Setup display. Notes • When you select a language that is not recorded on the DVD, one of the recorded languages is automatically selected for the “DVD Menu,” “Audio” and “Subtitles” settings.
“Custom Setup” allows you to set the playback conditions. The default settings are underlined. x When you have already registered a password The display for confirming the password appears. Skip step 2. 5 ...... Select a geographic region to set the standard Parental Control level for that region using the directional buttons, then press the ✕ button. To change the password 1 ...... After step 3, select “Change Password” using the directional buttons, then press the ✕ button.
Settings and adjustments (continued) Audio Settings (Audio Setup) “Audio Setup” allows you to adjust your audio settings according to the playback conditions. The default settings are underlined. Select “Audio Setup” in the Setup display. x Audio Digital Out Switches the methods of outputting audio signals when you connect with equipment like the following.
Troubleshooting Picture • • • If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the console, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, please contact the appropriate PlayStation® customer service helpline which can be found: - on the customer registration card; - within every PlayStation® and PlayStation®2 format software manual.
Specifications Troubleshooting (continued) , Make sure you are playing the game correctly. Refer to the appropriate software manual. , Make sure there are empty blocks on the Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) or Memory Card. , Try another Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) or Memory Card. The console does not function properly. , Static electricity, etc. may affect the console’s operation. Turn off the MAIN POWER switch and then turn it back on.
Glossary Chapter (page 14) as in PCM, allowing you to enjoy a more real audio presence. Furthermore, various advanced functions such as the multi-angle, multilingual, and Parental Control functions are provided with the DVD. MPEG AUDIO (page 18) Dolby Digital (page 18) Digital audio compression technology developed by Dolby Laboratories. This technology conforms to 5.1-channel surround sound. The rear channel is stereo and there is a discrete subwoofer channel in this format.
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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: - on the customer registration card; - within every PlayStation® and PlayStation®2 format software manual.