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Instruction ManualThank you for purchasing the “PlayStation” video game console.You can enjoy playing CD-ROM discs with both the“PlayStation” logo and [PAL] designation, and audio CDs withthis unit. Before using the unit, please read this manual and retainit for future reference.

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Connector section

Disc cover

§ button

Controller ports

Directional buttons

L2 button, R2 button,L1 button, R1 button

¢ , ® , ✕ , π buttons

1/u buttonand indicator

RESET button

SELECT button

START button

Left stick, right stickL3 button, R3 button

MEMORY CARD slots

ANALOG mode switch

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This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASERproduct. The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTMARKING is located on the bottom of the“PlayStation”.

PrecautionsYour “PlayStation” is not disconnectedfrom the AC power source (mains) as longas it is connected to the wall outlet, even ifthe unit itself has been turned off.

About the nameplateThe nameplate is located on the bottom ofthe “PlayStation”.

NoticeA moulded plug complying with BS1363 isfitted to this equipment for your safety andconvenience.

Should the fuse in the plug supplied needto be replaced, a 5 AMP fuse approved byASTA or BSI to BS1362, (i.e., marked with2 or @ mark) must be used.

If the plug supplied with this equipment hasa detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach thefuse cover after you change the fuse. Neveruse the plug without the fuse cover. If youshould lose the fuse cover, please call theappropriate “PlayStation” customer servicenumber, which can be found on thecustomer registration card, within every“PlayStation” software manual and on ourwebsite www.playstation-europe.com

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do notexpose the unit to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not openthe cabinet. Refer servicing to qualifiedpersonnel only.

To prevent shock hazard, do not insertthe plug cut off from the mains lead intoa socket outlet. This plug cannot beused and should be destroyed.

CautionThe use of optical instruments with thisproduct will increase eye hazard.

Read before operating your“PlayStation”A few people may experience epilepticseizures when viewing flashing lights orpatterns in our daily environment. Thesepeople may experience seizures whilewatching TV pictures or playing videogames. Even players who have never hadany seizures may nonetheless have anundetected epileptic condition.Consult your doctor before playing videogames if you have an epileptic condition orshould you experience any of the followingsymptoms during play: altered vision,muscle twitching, other involuntarymovements, loss of awareness of yoursurroundings, mental confusion, and/orconvulsions.

PrecautionsWARNINGOn safety• The laser beam emitted from the lens of your

“PlayStation” is harmful to the eyes. Do notattempt to disassemble the casing. Servicingshould be carried out by qualified personnelonly.

• Should any solid objects or liquid fall into your“PlayStation”, unplug it immediately and haveit checked by qualified personnel before anyfurther use.

• Disconnect your “PlayStation” from the mainsif you do not intend to use it for any length oftime. When doing this, grasp the plug and pullit from the wall socket. Never pull the corditself.

For your health• Be sure to take a break of about 15 minutes

during every hour of play.• Do not play a game when you are very tired or

short of sleep.• Play in a well lit room, sitting as far from the

screen as the cord will allow.

On operation• Operate your “PlayStation” only on 220 - 240 V

AC, 50/60 Hz.• Do not cover your “PlayStation” during use as

heat may build up internally.• Avoid rough handling or knocks and do not

put any heavy objects on top of your“PlayStation”. This could damage the consoleor the disc.

• Do not leave your “PlayStation” near heatsources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight(operating temperature: 5˚C-35˚C), excessivedust or sand, moisture, rain, on an unevensurface, or in a car with its windows closed.

• If your “PlayStation” causes interference toradio or television reception, turn it off ormove it away from the radio or television.

• Do not touch the lens inside the disc cover. Toprotect the lens from dust keep the disc coverclosed except when inserting or removing thedisc. If the lens is not clean, your “PlayStation”may not operate properly.

About the discs• You can use two kinds of discs with your

“PlayStation”: CD-ROM discs with both“PlayStation” logo and [PAL] designation, andaudio CD discs.

• Some discs sold in foreign countries cannot beused with this unit.

On handling discs• Do not leave the discs near heat sources or in

direct sunlight or excessive moisture.• Store the discs in their cases when they’re not

in use.• When handling the discs, do not touch the

surface.Hold them by the edge.

• Do not stick paper or tape on the discs.• Do not write on the discs with a marker, etc.

On moisture condensationIf your “PlayStation” is brought directly from acold to a warm location, or is placed in a verydamp room, moisture may condense on the lensinside. Should this occur, your “PlayStation” maynot operate properly. In this case, remove thedisc for several hours until the moistureevaporates. If your “PlayStation” still does notoperate properly, call the appropriate“PlayStation” customer service number, whichcan be found on the customer registration card,within every “PlayStation”software manual andon our website www.playstation-europe.com

Do not connect your “PlayStation” to aprojection TVDo not connect your “PlayStation” to a projectionTV unless it is the LCD type. Permanent damageto your TV screen could otherwise result.

Never analyse or remodel your“PlayStation”Use your “PlayStation” following the instructionin this manual. Sony Computer EntertainmentInc. expressly prohibits the analysis orremodelling of the “PlayStation”, and alsoprohibits the analysis, use of its circuitconfigurations without express writtenpermission of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

3Check that you have the following items:

AC Power Cord RFU Adaptor

Analog Controller(DUALSHOCK)

Console

Unpacking Table of contents

WARNING 2

Precautions 2

Unpacking 3

Connecting your“PlayStation” to a TV set 4

Playing a game 5

Analog Controller(DUALSHOCK) usage 6

Using the MEMORY CARD 8

Playing an audio CD 10

Enjoying the SoundScope 12

Troubleshooting 14

Specifications

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4C Connecting to a TV with a Euro-AV connector directly

You can improve picture quality by using the optional Euro-AV Cable SCPH-1052.Connect your “PlayStation” to the Euro-AV connector on the TV.

After connectingSet your TV to the appropriate video input mode. (Refer to the instruction manual for yourTV.)

D Connecting to a TV with audio/video inputs

Connect your “PlayStation” to the TV using the optional AV Cable (integrated audio/video) SCPH-1140, making sure you match the colours on the plugs and terminals.If your TV is monaural, do not connect the red plug. If you want to hear both left andright sounds from a monaural TV, use a commercially available 3-phono to 2-phono(stereo to monaural) type audio/video cable.

After connectingSet your TV to the appropriate video input mode. (Refer to the instruction manual for yourTV.)

IMPORTANT INFORMATIONA small number of television sets or monitors may display a bouncing or other incorrect screen effect whenconnected to the “PlayStation”. Any applicable warranties offered by SCEE may be limited or disclaimed insuch particular cases. Should you experience any difficulties for whatever reason with your “PlayStation”, callthe appropriate “PlayStation” customer service number, which can be found on the customer registration card,within every “PlayStation” software manual and on our website www.playstation-europe.com

A Connecting to a TV with an aerial input

Connect your “PlayStation” to the aerial input on the TV using the supplied RFU Adaptor.Note that the sound will not be in stereo in this case.

After connectingTune your TV to channel 36.

B Connecting to a TV with a Euro-AV connector using theEuro-AV connector plug

Connect your “PlayStation” to the Euro-AV connector on the TV using the optional Euro-AV connector plug (not supplied) and optional AV Cable (integrated audio/video)SCPH-1140, making sure you match the colours on the plug and terminals.

After connectingSet your TV to the appropriate video input mode. (Refer to the instruction manual for yourTV.)

Connecting your ”PlayStation” to a TV set

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Press § (open) button.The disc cover opens.

Insert a disc with the labelside up.

Close the disc cover.

Press 1/u (on/stand-by)button.The 1/u indicator lights up.After the start-up screen, screenC 1 appears and the gamebegins.

Set the supplied Analog Controller(DUALSHOCK) to the appropriate modefor the software (see page 6).

Tips• When you end a game, press § button, remove a

disc and press 1/u button to turn off the“PlayStation”.

Playing a game

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A Restarting a game

Press RESET button.Be careful not to accidentally press RESETbutton while playing the game, or the gamewill end.

B Removing a disc

Press § button.While pressing the central spindle gently,pick up the disc holding it by the edge.

RESET button

§ button

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C Screens that appear afterstart-up screenWhen you turn on your “PlayStation”, oneof the following screens will appear.

1 A CD-ROM with both “PlayStation”logo and [PAL] designation is inserted.

2 No disc is inserted.

3 A disc that cannot be played with the“PlayStation” is inserted.

• If you turn on your “PlayStation” without firstinserting a disc, screen C2 appears. It gives youaccess to the audio CD control screen and theMEMORY CARD activity screen, described lateron in this manual. If you insert a CD-ROM disc ofthe “PlayStation” format while screen C2 is on,the game will start automatically.

• If the screen C3 appears, the inserted disc mightbe of a different format. Check if it has both the“PlayStation” logo and [PAL] designation on it. Adamaged or dirty disc would also produce thisscreen.See ”Troubleshooting“ on page 14.

Notes• There is no need to turn off the “PlayStation” if

you want to change games. Just open the disccover and wait until the disc stops spinning, swapthe discs over, close the disc cover and then pressRESET button.

• When inserting a disc, push the disc gently butfirmly until it sits snugly on the central spindle.

MWARNINGBefore removing a disc, press the § button and makesure that the disc completely stops.Never touch the disc while it runs. Otherwise, youmay hurt yourself or damage the disc or your“PlayStation”.

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A Mode switching and LEDdisplayThis Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK) canbe switched between two modes bypressing the ANALOG mode switch.Each time the ANALOG mode switch ispressed, the mode changes as follows.

Digital mode (LED display : Off) µ

Analog mode (LED display : Red)

NoteAfter checking the “ ”icons on the software, switch to the appropriate modefor use.Note however, that some software makes thisadjustment automatically. In such cases, theANALOG mode switch is overridden by the software.For details, refer to the software manual.

Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK) usage

R1 button

π button

¢ button

® button

✕ button

LED display: Off

SELECTbutton

STARTbutton

L1 button

L2 button R2 button

ANALOG modeswitch

Directionalbuttons

B Digital mode (LED display : Off)You can use this controller in the same manner as SCPH-1080 Controller.

LED

ANALOG mode switch

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Before using the controller, rotate the sticks oncewith your thumbs as if drawing a circle, as shownin the diagram at left. Do not twist the sticks.

C Analog mode (LED display : Red)Supports software with “ ” icon.

Vibration functionThis Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK) is atouch sensitive controller with a vibrationfunction. The vibration function can be setto ON or OFF using the appropriatesoftware operations screen on your TV. Thefunction of each button may varydepending on the software played. Refer toindividual software manuals for furtherdetails.

Notes• When the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK) is

not in use, turn the “PlayStation” off or unplug thecontroller from the “PlayStation”.

• Before using the vibration function of thiscontroller, please read the following notes onsafety.

For safety• Stop using this unit immediately if you become

tired or if you experience unpleasantness orpain in your hands or arms while using. If thecondition persists, consult your doctor.

• Do not attempt to operate the controller withanything other than your hands. Do notoperate the controller with, or attach it to; yourhead, elbows, other bony parts of your body,face, or stomach.

• Absolutely do not use the vibration function ofthe Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK) if youhave any ailment in the bones or joints of yourhands or arms.

• Absolutely do not use the vibration function ofthe Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK) whenyour fingers, hands, wrists, or arms are broken,dislocated, or sprained; or if you have a pulledmuscle. These ailments may become worse dueto the vibration of the controller.

• Do not continue to use the Analog Controller(DUALSHOCK) for a long time. Take a rest atabout 30 minute intervals.

Right stick /R3 button *

SELECTbutton

Left stick /L3 button *

STARTbutton

LED display: Red

R2 button

ANALOG mode switch

Directional buttons

L2 button

L1 button R1 button

* The R3 button and the L3 button function when the stick is pressed.

π button

¢ button

® button

✕ button

8 Using the MEMORY CARD

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A MEMORY CARD screen

1 Contents of MEMORY CARD 1. The game data is displayed as icons.2 Icon. The number of icons corresponds to the number of used memory blocks.3 Arrow pointer.4 Copy the selected game data.5 Copy all the game data on the selected card.6 Delete the selected game data.7 Exit from this screen.8 Contents of MEMORY CARD 2.9 Displays of the game name and other details of the selected data.

You can save and load game data using theoptional SCPH-1020 MEMORY CARD.Each MEMORY CARD has 15 memoryblocks.You can copy game data from oneMEMORY CARD to another or delete datayou no longer wish to keep, by bringing upthe MEMORY CARD screen.

Set the supplied Analog Controller(DUALSHOCK) to digital mode (LEDdisplay: Off).

1 ...... Turn on your “PlayStation” withoutinserting a disc.

2 .... Insert MEMORY CARD (or twoMEMORY CARDS).

3 .... Select “MEMORY CARD” with thedirectional buttons and press the ®button.

Cancelling the MEMORY CARD screenSelect “EXIT” on the MEMORY CARDscreen with the directional buttons andpress the ® button.

MEMORY CARD 1 MEMORY CARD 2

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Copying game data1 ... Check that the card you’re copying to

has enough memory blocks, then select“COPY”.

2 ... Select the card containing the data tobe copied.

3 ... Select the icon for the data to becopied.

4 ... Select “YES”.Or select “NO” to cancel copying.

Notes• You cannot copy the data to a card that does not

have enough empty blocks. Delete unnecessarydata.

• Do not remove the card until the icons stopmoving.

Copying all the game data1 ... Check that the card you’re copying to

has enough memory blocks, then select“COPY ALL”.

2 ... Select the card to be copied .

3 ... Select “YES”.Or select “NO” to cancel copying.

Notes• Do not remove the card until the icons stop

moving.• If the data you tried to copy already exists on the

card the data will not be copied.

B MEMORY CARD operation

® buttonDirectional buttons

Deleting game data1 ... Select “DELETE”.

2 ... Select the card that has the data youwish to delete.

3 ... Select the icon of the data you wish todelete.

4 ... Select “YES”.Or select “NO” to cancel deleting.

How to use the controller for theMEMORY CARD screen

• To move the arrow pointer: Press thedirectional buttons.

• To select the items: Press the ® button.

TipYou can also operate using the optional SCPH-1090Mouse.

10You can also play audio CDs through your“PlayStation”. There are two controlmethods for the audio CD facility.• Selecting the buttons on the audio CD

screen operation (A)• Pressing the buttons on the controller

(direct key operation, C)Set the supplied Analog Controller(DUALSHOCK) to digital mode (LEDdisplay: Off).

NoteAs the two ways above work at the same time, besure not to confuse the operation.

Selecting audio CD operationInsert an audio CD and turn on the power.You can also insert an audio CD afterturning on the power. (You do not have toturn off your “PlayStation” when changingCDs.)

Cancelling audio CD operationSelect “EXIT” on the screen with thedirectional buttons and press the ® button.

Playing an audio CD

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A Audio CD screen

1 Find the start of the next track.2 Fast forward.3 Play.4 Stop.5 Pause.6 Rewind.7 Find the start of the current or previous

track.8 Displays the selected playback mode.9 Play a single track or all tracks

repeatedly.0 Play all tracks on the disc in order.

!¡ Change the playback time display.!™ Play the tracks in random order.!£ Play selected tracks in a specified order.!¢ Displays the current track number, and

the elapsed or remaining playbacktime. Press the “TIME” button toswitch the display.

!∞ Arrow pointer!§ Select the track number(s) from a grid

showing all the tracks on the CD.!¶ Display track numbers higher than 20

(appears only when there are more than20 tracks on a CD).

!• Cancel audio CD operation.

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B Various playback modes

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Start SoundScope(see page 12)

Playing tracks on a loop• To repeat the current track, select

“REPEAT” until “REPEAT 1” appears.• To repeat all the tracks, select “REPEAT”

until “REPEAT ALL” appears.To resume normal play, select “REPEAT”until “REPEAT” indication disappears.

Programming a sequence of tracks1 .... Select “PROGRAM”.

2 .... Select the track number you want toplay.Repeat this step until you haveselected all the tracks you want toinclude.

3 .... Select “(”.To resume normal play, select“CONTINUE”.

Playing the tracks in random order1 .... Select “SHUFFLE”.

2 .... Select “(”.To resume normal play, select“CONTINUE”.

C To operate the CD directly with the controllerUsing the buttons on the controller, you can control basic CD operations without looking atthe screen.

How to use the controller for the CDoperation screen

• To move the arrow pointer: Press thedirectional buttons.

• To select the items: Press the ® button.

TipYou can also operate using the optional SCPH-1090Mouse.

Playing a CD through to the end onceSelect “(”.

12 Enjoying the SoundScope

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1 - 5 Audio CD operation:1 Find the start of the current or

previous track.2 Rewind.3 Play / Pause.4 Fast forward.5 Find the start of the next track.

6 Shorten the interval of displayedpictures.

Playing Audio CDs on your “PlayStation”will activate the SoundScope feature, agraphical representation of the music youare playing. Using the buttons on thecontroller, you can choose your favoritepicture from 24 patterns, change the colorof the picture or add the effect of anafterimage. You can also save and loadyour SoundScope settings using theMEMORY CARD.When enjoying SoundScope, set thesupplied Analog Controller(DUALSHOCK) to digital mode andoperate the CD directly with the controller(LED display: Off).

Starting SoundScopePress SELECT button when the CDoperation screen is displayed.

Returning to the CD operation screenPress SELECT button.

7 Change the pattern of the picture.8 Lengthen the interval of displayed

pictures.9 Return to the CD operation screen.0 Add the effect of an afterimage to the

picture.!¡ Select the pattern of the picture in

random order.!™ Use this ✕ button with others for

additional operations.!£ Change the colour of the picture.

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Saving the stored operation in theMEMORY CARDPress R2 button while holding down ✕button.A mark appears on the upper right of thescreen.

NoteYou can store only one custom setting of SoundScopeoperation. If the data already exists, it is erased.

Loading the data in the MEMORY CARDPress L2 button while holding down ✕button.A mark appears on the upper left of thescreen. To use the loaded data, follow theprocedure above.

Changing the size of the picturePress the directional buttons (up or down)while holding down ✕ button.

Changing and Storing the settings1 .... During playback, press R1 button

while holding down ✕ button.A mark flashes on the lower right ofthe screen.

2 .... Operate the controller.While the mark is lit, any changes youmake to the SoundScope operationwith the controller are stored.

3 .... When you are finished, press R1button while holding down ✕ button.The mark disappears and theprocedure is cancelled.

NoteDo not unplug the controller during theseprocedures.

Switching to stored settings1 ... During playback, press L1 button

while holding down ✕ button.A mark appears on the lower left of thescreen, and the SoundScope picture istransformed by the stored operation.

2 ... Press L1 button while holding down ✕button.The mark disappears and theprocedure is cancelled.

TipYour stored setting is lost when you turn off the“PlayStation”. If you want to keep the data, you cansave and load it using a MEMORY CARD with onememory block.

C Additional operations

For the CD operation screen• To move the mouse pointer(+): Move the

Mouse.• To select the items: Press the left button.

B Operation with theMouseYou can also operate SoundScope using theMouse (SCPH-1090: sold separately). Referto A for the operation.

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7 Is the inserted disc either a CD-ROM disc with both the“PlayStation” logo and [PAL]designation or an audio CD?Insert such a CD-ROM disc or anaudio CD.If the problem persists, bCheck 8

8 Is the disc cover closed firmly?If not, close it firmly.If the problem persists, bCheck 9

9 Is the disc inserted with thelabel side up?If not, insert the disc with the labelside up.If the problem persists, bCheck 10

10 Check to see if the"PlayStation" is set to pausemode.If “Yes”, cancel it.If the problem persists, bCheck 11

11 Did you bring your“PlayStation” directly from acold to a warm location beforeyou inserted the disc?If “Yes”, bDiagnosis CIf “No”, bCheck 12

Checks1 Is the TV volume set properly?

If not, adjust the volume. Make sure“mute” is not selected on the TV.If the problem persists, bCheck 2

2 Is the channel position or inputselector of the TV set correctly?If not, set it to the correct position.If the problem persists, bCheck 3

3 Is your “PlayStation” correctlyconnected to a TV (or a VCR)with the cable?If not, connect it correctly.If the problem persists, bCheck 4

4 Is the AC power cord connectedto your “PlayStation” and thewall socket?Connect the AC power cord firmly toa wall socket and to the“PlayStation”.If the problem persists, bCheck 5

5 Is the power turned on to bothyour “PlayStation” and the TV?If not, turn on the “PlayStation” andthe TV.If the problem persists, bCheck 6

6 Is a disc inserted in your“PlayStation”?If not, insert a disc.If the problem persists, bCheck 7

Troubleshooting

If you experience any of the following problems, read the instructions for the specified“Check” or “Diagnosis”.

1 No sound ∫ Check 1

2 No picture on the screen. ∫ Check 2

3 The picture and the sound skip. ∫ Check 12

4 The screen and the sound freezeor the game (or audio CD) stops playing. ∫ Check 13

5 The game (or audio CD) does not start. ∫ Check 6

6 The controller does not work. ∫ Check 14

7 A game (or audio CD) that once workedperfectly, now no longer does. ∫ Check 17

8 You cannot save game datausing the MEMORY CARD. ∫ Check 18

9 The vibration function of theAnalog Controller (DUALSHOCK)does not work. ∫ Check 14

10 The screen and sound are noisy. ∫ Diagnosis E

11 The error message appears on the screen. ∫ Diagnosis F

Symptoms

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12 Is your “PlayStation” placed ona stable surface?Install the “PlayStation” in a flatstable place.Do not shake or vibrate the“PlayStation”.If the problem persists, bCheck 13

13 Check to see if another game(or audio CD) will work.If “Yes”, bDiagnosis AIf “No”, bDiagnosis B

14 Is the controller connected toyour “PlayStation”?If not, connect it to the Controller portof the “PlayStation”.If the problem persists, bCheck 15

15 Is the Analog Controller(DUALSHOCK) set to theappropriate mode for thesoftware?Switch to the appropriate mode.If the problem persists, bCheck 16

16 Check to see if anothercontroller will work.If “Yes”, bDiagnosis DIf “No”, bDiagnosis F

17 Check to see if another game(or audio CD) will work.If “Yes”, bDiagnosis A

A There is a problem withthe disc.Clean the underside of the disc witha CD cleaner and try to play it again.To clean the disc, refer to the instructionmanual of the CD cleaner.If the problem persists, the disc maybe defective.

B The lens may be dirty.Clean the lens by using a plastic lenscleaning kit.To clean the lens, refer to the instructionmanual of the plastic lens cleaning kit.If the problem persists, call theappropriate “PlayStation” customerservice number, which can be foundon the customer registration card,within every “PlayStation” softwaremanual and on our websitewww.playstation-europe.com

C Moisture condensationhas occurred on the disc.Remove the disc and leave it until themoisture evaporates, or clean theunderside of the disc using a CDcleaner.

D There is a problem withthe controller.Call the appropriate “PlayStation”customer service number, which canbe found on the customerregistration card, within every“PlayStation” software manual andon our websitewww.playstation-europe.com

E Check the connectionbetween your“PlayStation” and theTV (or VCR).Insert the plugs of the connectingcable firmly into the connectors. Ifthe picture and the sound are stillpicking up noise, the plugs may bedirty or there may be a short insidethe cable. If the problem persistseven after trying another cable, callthe appropriate “PlayStation”customer service number, which canbe found on the customerregistration card, within every“PlayStation”software manual andon our websitewww.playstation-europe.com

F There is a problem withyour “PlayStation”.Call the appropriate “PlayStation”customer service number, which canbe found on the customerregistration card, within every“PlayStation”software manual andon our websitewww.playstation-europe.com

G There is a problem withthe MEMORY CARD.Call the appropriate “PlayStation”customer service number, which canbe found on the customerregistration card, within every“PlayStation”software manual andon our websitewww.playstation-europe.com

DiagnosesIf “No”, bDiagnosis F

18 Is the MEMORY CARD insertedin your “PlayStation”?If not, insert it in the MEMORYCARD slot of the “PlayStation”.If the problem persists, bCheck 19

19 Are there empty blocks on theMEMORY CARD?Keep empty blocks on the MEMORYCARD.If the problem persists, bDiagnosis G

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GeneralPower requirements: 220 - 240 V AC, 50/60 HzPower consumption: 10 WDimensions: 270 x 60 x 188 mm (w/h/d)Mass: 1.2 kgOperating Temperature: 5˚C-35˚CLaser diode properties

•Material: GaAlAs•Wavelength: l=780 nm•Emission duration: Continuous•Laser output: Less than 44.6 µW(measured at a distance of 200 mm from the lenssurface on the optical pick-up block)

Inputs/outputs on the frontController ports (2)MEMORY CARD slots (2)

Input/output on the rearSERIAL I/O port (1)

Output on the rearAV MULTI OUT connector (1)

Supplied accessoriesAC power cord (mains lead) (1)Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK) (1)RFU Adaptor (1)Instruction Manual (1)

Optional accessoriesSCPH-1020 E MEMORY CARDSCPH-1040 E Link CableSCPH-1052 Euro-AV CableSCPH-1070 E Multi TapSCPH-1080 E ControllerSCPH-1090 E MouseSCPH-1122 RFU AdaptorSCPH-1140 E AV Cable (integrated audio/video)SCPH-1160 E AV AdaptorSCPH-1180 E Analog ControllerSCPH-1200 E Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK)

Design and specifications are subject to changewithout notice.

“Sony” is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.“ ”, “PlayStation” and “DUALSHOCK“ are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

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