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User's Guide
SCPH-90006
SCPH-90007
Before using this product, carefully read this manual and the Quick Reference manual included in the package with the console, and retain them for
future reference.
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DVDs
Watching a DVD ..........................................................................17
Using the playback modes............................................................21
Adjusting DVD player settings ....................................................23
Main menu
Displaying the main menu............................................................30
Using the Browser screen.............................................................30
Using the System Configuration menu ........................................31
Using the Version Information screen..........................................34
Networking
Connecting to a network...............................................................37
Creating network settings .............................................................39
Additional information
Specifications ...............................................................................40
About the PlayStation®2 console documentation
The PlayStation®2 console documentation includes the following:
Quick Reference
A manual that is included in the package with the console. It contains information on
setting up and performing basic operations on the console, as well as safety and
troubleshooting information.
User's Guide (this document)
This document (in PDF format) is accessed from a PC through the Internet and contains
information on performing advanced operations on the console, technical specifications
and other information. You can download this document from the support page on the
Sony Computer Entertainment Web site (http://asia.playstation.com/support/).
Table of contents
Preparation
Getting started................................................................................ 3
Part names...................................................................................... 4
Connecting to a TV........................................................................ 5
Connecting digital audio equipment .............................................. 6
Connecting the controller............................................................... 7
Connecting the AC power cord...................................................... 7
Turning the console on and off ...................................................... 8
Games
Playing a game............................................................................. 10
Using memory cards .................................................................... 13
Audio CDs
Playing an audio CD .................................................................... 15
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Table of contents
Preparation
Getting started
Vertical position
When setting the console in the vertical
position, use the SCPH-90110 vertical stand
(for PlayStation®2) (sold separately).
Removing the 3-pin converting adaptor (SCPH-
90006 only)
Electrical outlet configuration may vary depending on the region of use. If
the plug on the supplied AC power cord does not match the electrical
outlet, loosen the screw and remove the converting adaptor.
3-pin converting adaptor
Mains power plug
Positioning the console
You can place the console in either the horizontal or vertical position.
Horizontal position
Set the console horizontally.
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Hint
Some vertical stands (for PlayStation®2) cannot be used with this model of the
PlayStation®2 console. For details, see the Quick Reference (
the SCPH-90110 when purchasing a vertical stand.
page 2). Choose
Caution
Do not place the console in locations where it may be exposed to the following
conditions:
Places subject to excessive cigarette smoke or dust. Cigarette smoke residue
or dust build-up on the internal components, such as the lens, may cause the
console to malfunction.
Places subject to extreme temperatures, in direct sunlight, near a heat source,
or in a car with its windows closed (particularly in summer). These conditions
may warp the exterior of the console or cause the console to malfunction.
Places close to magnetic fields, such as those produced by magnets or
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loudspeakers.
Places subject to vibration.
Getting started
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Part names
PlayStation®2 console rear
Rear vent
PlayStation®2 console front
Disc cover
]/1 (on/standby) indicator
A (open) button
MEMORY CARD slot 2
MEMORY CARD slot 1
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Controller port 1
Controller port 2
]/1 (on/standby)/RESET button
NETWORK connector
~AC IN connector
"
" product family logo*
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)
connector
AV MULTI OUT connector
Hint
For part names of the analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2), see "Using the analog
controller (DUALSHOCK®2)" (
page 12).
IR receiver
USB connector
* The "
" product family logo can be rotated to match the horizontal or vertical
positioning of the console.
Hint
You can connect USB devices that are compatible with the PlayStation®2 console.
Note, however, that not all USB-compatible products work with the PlayStation®2
console. Refer to the instructions supplied with the device to be connected for more
information.
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Part names
Caution
If you display a still image on a plasma or projection* TV screen for an extended
period of time, "ghosting" may occur. This is a characteristic of these types of
TVs. Static, non-moving images, such as console setting menus, DVD menus or
paused images, may leave a faint image permanently on the TV screen if left on
for an extended time. Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV for details.
* Except those of LCD screen types
Hint
The console can be connected to a VCR or an integrated TV/VCR. Note, however,
that if you play a DVD with copy-protection encryption, picture quality may be
reduced.
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Connecting to a TV
Before connecting
Do not plug the AC power cord for the console into an electrical outlet
until you have made all other connections.
Check that the TV is turned off.
Connecting to a TV using the supplied AV cable
Connect the console to the TV as shown below.
Console rear
Audio and video inputs of the TV
VIDEO
L-AUDIO-R
Yellow
White
Red
To the AV MULTI
OUT connector
Do not use when
connecting to a
monaural TV.
AV cable
Connecting to a TV
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When using cables sold separately
Picture quality differs depending on the type of cable used. Use the
information below to determine the best connection method.
If you use a cable sold separately, refer to the instructions supplied with the
cable.
TV
Cable type
A TV with S VIDEO inputs
S VIDEO cable (SCPH-10480)
A TV with component video
input connectors
Component AV cable (SCPH-10490)
Picture quality scale
High quality
x AV cable (supplied)
x S VIDEO cable
x Component AV cable
This scale is intended only as a reference. Depending on the product or
condition of your TV, the picture quality may be different.
Hints
To use progressive scan, you must have a TV that supports progressive scan (480p)
and you must connect using the appropriate type of cable*. You must also check
that the console settings are correct. For details, see "Progressive" in "Setting TV
display options" (
* The component AV cable (sold separately) is compatible with progressive scan.
page 24).
You cannot connect the console to a TV with component video inputs that are
exclusively for HDTV use (Y PB PR). Refer to the instructions supplied with your
TV for details.
Connecting digital audio
equipment
By using a commercially available optical digital cable, you can enjoy
surround sound with the effect of being in a movie theater or a concert hall.
When connecting the console to audio equipment with digital connectors,
refer to the instructions supplied with the device to be connected.
Console rear
Connected device
DIGITAL IN
OPTICAL
Commercially available optical
digital cable
Hints
If you connect the console to audio equipment using an optical digital cable, it may
affect the audio output of some PlayStation®2 format software with the result that
no sound is produced. If this happens, use a cable such as the supplied AV cable
and connect it to the console's AV MULTI OUT connector. Do not use an optical
digital cable.
After connecting digital audio equipment, set "Digital Out (Optical)" to "On" in the
page 32).
System Configuration menu. For details, see "Digital Out (Optical)" (
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Connecting digital audio equipment
Connecting the controller
Connecting the AC power cord
1 Insert the analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2) into a controller
port of the console.
Warnings
Console front
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The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.
Do not plug the AC power cord for the console into an electrical outlet until you
have made all other connections.
1 Connect the AC power cord to the ~ AC IN connector on the
console rear.
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Console rear
~AC IN connector
Analog controller
(DUALSHOCK®2)
AC power cord
Hint
Some software titles designate a specific controller port to be used. Refer to the
instructions supplied with the software for details.
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2 Plug the AC power cord into the electrical outlet.
Console rear
Turning the console on and off
AC power cord
To the electrical outlet
Some regions may use a
different electrical outlet plug
from the one illustrated.
The =/1 (on/standby) indicator on the console front will light up in red
to indicate that the console is in standby mode.
Console front
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]/1 indicator
Before turning on the console
Do not turn on the console until you have finished these steps. Refer to the
instructions supplied with your TV for details.
Turn on the TV.
Change your TV setting to display output from the line to which the
console is connected.
Turning on the console
1 Check that the =/1 (on/standby) indicator on the console
front is lit up in red.
2 Press the =/1 (on/standby)/RESET button on the console
front.
The =/1 indicator on the console front will turn green and output from
the console will be displayed on the TV.
=/1/RESET button
Console front
=/1 indicator
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Turning the console on and off