Sony Video Game Console SCPH 70003 PS2 User Manual

Instruction Manual  
SCPH-70002  
SCPH-70003  
Before using this product, carefully read this manual and retain it for future reference.  
2-187-122-23(1)  
 
Table of contents  
Table of contents  
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Health  
• Stop using the console immediately if you experience any of the following  
symptoms. If the condition persists, consult a doctor.  
– Lightheadedness, nausea, or a sensation similar to motion sickness  
– Tired, uncomfortable or aching hands or arms  
– Tired, dry or aching eyes  
• When operating the unit, play in a well-lit room and keep a safe distance from the  
TV screen.  
Precautions  
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  
shock or personal injury. To help ensure accident-free operation, follow these  
guidelines:  
• Avoid prolonged use of the console. Take a break of about 15 minutes during every  
hour of play.  
• Observe all warnings, precautions and instructions.  
• Stop use and unplug the AC power cord from the electrical outlet immediately if  
the device functions in an abnormal manner or produces unusual sounds or smells.  
• Contact the appropriate PlayStation® customer service helpline which can be  
found within every PlayStation® and PlayStation®2 format software manual if the  
device does not operate properly.  
• Do not use the console when you are tired or short of sleep.  
• Listening to sound continuously for a long time with a high volume may adversely  
affect the ears. Be careful especially when using headphones. Adjust the volume  
so that surrounding sounds can be heard.  
Safety  
• Do not remove the console exterior or disassemble the console. The laser beam  
emitted from the lens of this unit may be harmful to the eyes.  
• Do not use the console near water.  
• Keep the console and all connecting cords and cables out of the reach of children.  
• Do not touch the plug of the AC power cord with wet hands.  
• Do not touch the console or connected accessories during an electrical storm.  
• Do not touch the console or AC adaptor for extended periods of time while the  
console is turned on as extended contact may cause low-temperature burns.  
• Do not place the console and connected accessories on the floor or in a place where  
they may cause persons walking by to trip or stumble.  
• Adjust the settings of the DVD player according to the instructions provided before  
playing a DVD. If the settings are not correct, a loud sound may be emitted,  
possibly injuring your ears or damaging the speakers.  
• Do not touch a disc while it is spinning as personal injury or damage to the disc  
may result.  
• Do not close the disc cover in a way that could pinch your hand or fingers as  
personal injury or damage to the console may result.  
Precautions  
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Use and handling  
AC adaptor and AC power cord use  
• Do not throw or drop the console or accessories, or expose them to strong physical  
shock.  
• Do not place the console or accessories on surfaces that are unstable, tilted or  
subject to vibration.  
• To help ensure safe operation, regularly inspect the AC adaptor and AC power  
cord. If damaged, stop use immediately and contact the appropriate PlayStation®  
customer service helpline which can be found within every PlayStation® and  
PlayStation®2 format software manual.  
• Do not expose the console or accessories to high temperatures, high humidity or  
direct sunlight (use in an environment where temperatures range from 5 °C to  
35 °C).  
• Do not place the console or accessories in locations subject to sudden temperature  
change (for example, changes of 10 °C per hour or more).  
• Do not leave the console or accessories in a car with its windows closed  
(particularly in summer).  
• Do not place the console in locations of poor ventilation such as small, enclosed  
areas, directly against a wall or on a thick carpet or bedding.  
• Do not expose the console to dust, smoke or steam. This can cause the console to  
malfunction.  
• Do not use a power cord other than the supplied AC adaptor and AC power cord.  
• Check that there is no dust or lint on the power plug before inserting into an  
electrical outlet. If the plug becomes dirty, wipe it off with a dry cloth before  
connecting.  
• Unplug the AC power cord from the electrical outlet before cleaning or moving the  
console, or when you do not intend to use the console for an extended period of  
time. When disconnecting, grasp the power cord by the plug and pull straight out  
of the electrical socket. Never pull by the cord and do not pull out at an angle.  
• Do not connect the AC adaptor and/or AC power cord to a voltage transformer or  
inverter.  
Notes on safety when using the Analog Controller  
(DUALSHOCK®2)*  
• Stop using the console immediately if you begin to feel tired or if you experience  
discomfort or pain in your hands or arms while operating the Analog Controller  
(DUALSHOCK®2). If the condition persists, consult a doctor.  
• The Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2) is intended for use with the hands only.  
Do not bring it into contact with your head, face or the bones of any other part of  
the body.  
• The vibration function of the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2) can aggravate  
injuries. Do not use the vibration function if you have any ailment or injury to the  
bones, joints or muscles of your hands or arms. Note that some PlayStation®2 and  
PlayStation® format software titles set the vibration function to "On" by default. In  
most cases, the vibration function can be set to "Off" in the options menu of the  
software. Do not play such titles using the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2)  
unless you have set the vibration function to "Off".  
• Do not allow liquid or small particles to get into the console.  
• Do not put any objects on the console.  
• Do not touch or insert foreign objects into the connectors of the console or  
accessories.  
• Do not place the console close to magnetic fields produced by magnets or  
loudspeakers.  
• Do not set the console other than in the vertical or horizontal position. When  
placing in the vertical position, use the Vertical Stand (for PlayStation®2) (sold  
separately) that is compatible with this console. Also, do not change the position  
while the console is turned on.  
• Do not place any rubber or vinyl materials on the console exterior for an extended  
period of time.  
• Avoid prolonged use of the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2). Take a break  
at about 30-minute intervals.  
*
These notes also apply to other controllers.  
Precautions  
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Connecting with a network cable  
Moisture condensation  
Do not connect network cables or telephone cords of the following types to the  
network connector:  
• Standard residential telephone lines  
• Network cables not appropriate for use with a 10Base-T/100Base-TX network  
• Any ISDN (digital) compatible phone or data line  
• PBX phone lines  
If the console or disc is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one, moisture  
may condense on the lens inside the console or on the disc. Should this occur, the  
console may not operate properly. In this case, remove the disc and turn off and  
unplug the console. Do not put the disc back in until the moisture evaporates (this  
may take several hours). If the console still does not operate properly, contact the  
appropriate PlayStation® customer service helpline which can be found within every  
PlayStation® and PlayStation®2 format software manual.  
• Other "unknown" types of telephone lines  
Disc handling  
Cleaning  
• Do not touch the disc surface when handling a disc; hold it by the edges.  
• Do not stick paper or tape onto discs and do not write on discs.  
• Fingerprints, dust, dirt or scratches on the disc can distort the picture or reduce  
sound quality. Always handle carefully and make sure discs are clean before use.  
• Do not leave discs near a heat source, in direct sunlight or in high humidity.  
• Store discs in their cases when not in use - scratched and damaged discs will not  
function correctly.  
• Clean discs using a soft cloth, lightly wiping from the centre outwards.  
Do not use solvents such as benzine, commercially available cleaners not intended  
for CDs or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs.  
• For safety reasons, before cleaning the console or connected accessories, 1) turn  
off the console, 2) disconnect the power plug for the console from the electrical  
outlet, and 3) remove the network cable from the network connector.  
• If the exterior of the console becomes dirty, soak a soft cloth in a mild detergent  
solution diluted with water, tightly squeeze the cloth to remove the excess liquid,  
wipe the affected area of the exterior, and finish by wiping with a dry cloth.  
• Do not use solvents or other chemicals to clean the console exterior, since these  
may damage the surface. When using a chemically-treated cleaning cloth, follow  
the usage instructions supplied with the cloth.  
• When dust accumulates in the console vents, remove the dust with a low-powered  
vacuum cleaner.  
• Do not touch the lens located inside the disc cover. To help protect the lens from  
dust, keep the disc cover closed except when inserting or removing discs.  
• Do not leave a disc in the console when moving or changing the position of the  
console.  
• Do not use irregularly shaped discs (for example, heart- or star-shaped discs) or  
damaged, re-shaped or repaired discs.  
Never disassemble the console or supplied accessories  
Use the PlayStation®2 console and accessories according to the instructions in this  
manual. No authorisation for the analysis or modification of the console, or the  
analysis and use of its circuit configurations, is provided. There are no user-  
serviceable components inside the PlayStation®2 console. Disassembling the  
console will void the guarantee. Additionally, there is a risk of exposure to laser  
radiation as well as to electrical shock hazards.  
When connecting the console to a plasma or projection* TV  
Do not leave a still image on the TV screen for an extended period of time, as this  
may leave a faint image permanently on the screen.  
*
Except LCD screen types.  
Precautions  
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Preparation  
Protective tape  
Note  
You first need to remove the protective tape before  
using the console.  
Getting started  
Checking the package contents  
Positioning the console  
Check that you have all of the following items. If any items are missing,  
contact the appropriate PlayStation® customer service helpline which can  
be found within every PlayStation® and PlayStation®2 format software  
manual.  
You can place the console in either the horizontal or vertical position.  
Horizontal position  
Set the console horizontally.  
s PlayStation®2 console...1  
s Analog Controller  
Vertical position  
(DUALSHOCK®2)...1  
When setting the console in the vertical  
position, use the SCPH-70110 E Vertical  
Stand (for PlayStation®2) (sold separately).  
s AC adaptor...1  
s AV Cable (integrated  
audio/video)...1  
Note  
Some Vertical Stands (for PlayStation®2) cannot be used with this model of the  
PlayStation®2 console (  
Vertical Stand.  
page 46). Choose the SCPH-70110 E when purchasing a  
s AC power cord...1  
s Euro-AV connector plug  
(supplied with SCPH-70003)...1  
(supplied with SCPH-70002)  
s Instruction Manual...1  
(supplied with SCPH-70003)  
Getting started  
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Caution  
Part names  
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.  
PlayStation®2 console front  
• 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  
loudspeakers.  
Disc cover  
]/1 (on/standby) indicator  
A (open) button  
]/1 (on/standby)/RESET button  
• Places subject to vibration.  
MEMORY CARD slot 2  
MEMORY CARD slot 1  
"
" product family logo*  
RESET  
IR receiver  
Front vent  
Controller port 1  
Controller port 2  
USB connector  
* The "  
" product family logo can be rotated to match the horizontal or vertical  
positioning of the console.  
Note  
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.  
Part names  
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PlayStation®2 console rear  
Connecting to a TV  
Rear vent  
Before connecting  
• Do not plug the AC power cord for the console into the electrical outlet  
until you have made all other connections.  
! DCIN 8.5V  
connector  
• Check that the TV is turned off.  
NETWORK connector  
Connecting to a TV using the supplied AV Cable  
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)  
connector  
AV MULTI OUT connector  
Connect the console to the TV as shown below.  
Console rear  
Note  
For part names of the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2), see "Using the Analog  
Controller (DUALSHOCK®2)" ( page 17).  
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 (integrated audio/video)  
Connecting to a TV  
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Connecting to a TV with a Euro-AV connector  
using the Euro-AV connector plug (SCPH-70003)  
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.  
Connect your PlayStation®2 console to the Euro-AV connector (SCART)  
on the TV using the Euro-AV connector plug and AV Cable (integrated  
audio/video), making sure you match the colour-coded plugs of the AV  
Cable to the matching jacks of the connector plug.  
Console rear  
Note  
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.  
Euro-AV  
connector plug  
To AV MULTI  
OUT connector  
To Euro-AV  
connector  
AV Cable (integrated audio/video)  
After connecting  
Set your TV to the appropriate video input mode. Refer to the Instruction  
Manual of your TV.  
Connecting to a TV  
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Notes  
When using cables sold separately  
• The DVD player's progressive scan mode is only available when playing a disc  
recorded in NTSC format, and viewed on a TV that supports progressive scan  
(480p).  
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.  
• 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.  
TV  
Cable type  
A TV with S VIDEO inputs  
A TV without video inputs  
S VIDEO Cable (SCPH-10060 E)  
RFU Adaptor (SCPH-10072 C)  
(for SCPH-70002)  
RFU Adaptor (SCPH-10072 B)  
(for SCPH-70003)  
A TV with Euro-AV (SCART) Euro-AV Cable (SCPH-10142)  
connector  
(for SCPH-70003)  
A TV with component video  
input connectors  
Component AV Cable (for PlayStation®2)  
(SCPH-10100 E)  
Picture quality scale  
High quality  
x AV Cable (supplied) x S VIDEO Cable x Component AV Cable  
x RFU Adaptor  
This scale is intended only as a reference. Depending on the product or  
condition of your TV, the picture quality may be different.  
When using the Euro-AV Cable, picture quality may vary depending on your  
TV's AV connection.  
For optimum picture quality, connect your Euro-AV cable to an RGB-  
compatible socket on your TV. Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV  
for details.  
Connecting to a TV  
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Connecting digital audio  
equipment  
Connecting the controller  
1 Insert the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2) into a controller  
port of the console.  
By using a commercially available optical digital cable, you can enjoy  
surround sound with the effect of being in a movie theatre 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 front  
MEMORY CARD  
Console rear  
Connected device  
DIGITAL IN  
OPTICAL  
Analog Controller  
(DUALSHOCK®2)  
Commercially available optical  
digital cable  
Note  
Some software titles designate a specific controller port to be used. Refer to the  
instructions supplied with the software for details.  
Notes  
• 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  
(integrated audio/video) 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  
System Configuration menu. For details, see "Digital Out (Optical)" (  
Connecting digital audio equipment  
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3 Plug the AC power cord into the electrical outlet.  
Connecting the AC adaptor and  
AC power cord  
Console rear  
Warning  
AC power cord  
Do not plug the AC power cord for the console into the electrical outlet until you  
To the electrical outlet  
have made all other connections.  
Some regions and countries may  
use a different electrical outlet  
plug from the one illustrated.  
1 Connect the AC power cord to the AC adaptor.  
AC adaptor  
The =/1 (on/standby) indicator on the console front will light up in red  
to indicate that the console is in standby mode.  
AC power cord  
RESET  
]/1 indicator  
2 Plug the connector of the AC adaptor into the ! DC IN 8.5V  
Console front  
connector on the console rear.  
Console rear  
! DC IN 8.5V connector  
AC adaptor  
Connecting the AC adaptor and AC power cord  
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Notes  
• The first time you turn on the console after purchase, screens for setting  
"Language", "Time Zone" and "Daylight Savings Time (Summer Time)" will be  
displayed. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the settings.  
Turning the console on and off  
• If you connect the console to a wide-screen TV, set "Screen Size" in the System  
Configuration menu (  
page 37).  
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.  
Turning off the console  
1 Press and hold the =/1/RESET button on the console front for  
• Change your TV setting to display output from the line to which the  
console is connected.  
more than a second.  
The =/1 indicator will turn red to indicate that the console has entered  
standby mode.  
Turning on the console  
=/1/RESET button  
RESET  
1 Check that the =/1 (on/standby) indicator on the console  
Console front  
front is lit up in red.  
=/1 indicator  
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.  
Warning  
The power is not completely turned off when the console is in standby mode. If  
you do not plan to use the console for an extended period of time, unplug the  
AC power cord from the electrical outlet.  
=/1/RESET button  
RESET  
Console front  
=/1 indicator  
Turning the console on and off  
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Games  
Playing a game  
Place the disc in the console with the label  
side facing up.  
Disc cover  
Place the disc so that all three tabs  
are above the disc's surface.  
A (open) button  
=/1/RESET button  
Before playing a game  
Starting a game  
Check that the connections to the TV and audio equipment are correct and  
that the precautions have been met.  
• "Precautions" ( page 4)  
1 Turn on the console ( page 14).  
The main menu is displayed ( page 35).  
• "Connecting to a TV" ( page 9)  
2 Press the A (open) button on the console front.  
• "Connecting the controller" ( page 12)  
• "Connecting the AC adaptor and AC power cord" ( page 13)  
The disc cover opens.  
3 Place the disc in the console.  
Note  
Set the disc in the disc holder with the label side facing up.  
To play online games, you first need to connect to and set up a network. See  
"Connecting to a network" (  
page 42) for details.  
Playing a game  
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4 Close the disc cover.  
2 Remove the disc.  
Push the middle of the disc cover. After the disc cover is closed, the  
game will start.  
Hold down the black centre part of the disc holder, and then lift the  
disc by the edges.  
Push the middle of the disc cover.  
Press the black centre part  
of the disc holder.  
Notes  
3 Close the disc cover.  
• You can also start a game from the Browser screen (  
page 35).  
• If you turn on the console after inserting a disc, the game will start automatically.  
4 Press the =/1/RESET button.  
To reset a game  
The main menu is displayed ( page 35).  
Press the \/1 (on/standby)/RESET button on the console front. Do not  
accidentally press the @/1/RESET button while playing a game, as doing  
so will cause the game to reset.  
Changing game discs  
1 Open the disc cover and remove the disc.  
When removing a disc, hold down the black centre part of the disc  
holder and then lift the disc by the edges.  
Ending a game  
2 Insert a new disc.  
Caution  
3 Close the disc cover and reset the console.  
When removing a disc, check that the disc has stopped completely. Do not touch  
the disc if it is spinning, as doing so may cause injury, damage to the disc or  
console malfunction.  
The new game will start.  
Note  
1 Press the A button on the console front.  
You do not need to turn off the console when changing games.  
Playing a game  
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About mode switching  
Using the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2)  
The ANALOG mode button can be used to switch between two modes.  
Switch to the appropriate mode for use. Note, however, that some software  
titles make this adjustment automatically.  
The Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2) is equipped with a pressure-  
sensitive button function. It also has a vibration function.  
Digital mode  
(indicator: off)  
Analog mode  
(indicator: red)  
Part names  
SELECT button  
L2 button  
START button  
R2 button  
Notes  
L1 button  
R1 button  
button  
• When using the Analog Controller in digital mode, the left and right analog sticks  
do not function. Also, the pressure-sensitive button function is turned off.  
• Depending on the software, you may not be able to switch modes even if you press  
the ANALOG mode button.  
Directional  
buttons  
button  
button  
button  
About analog controls  
• When playing a PlayStation®2 format software title, you can use all  
buttons in analog mode except for the START, SELECT, L3 and R3  
buttons.  
Right analog stick/ R3 button*  
Mode indicator  
Left analog stick/ L3 button*  
• When playing a PlayStation® format software title, only the left and right  
analog sticks can be used in analog mode.  
ANALOG mode button  
* The left and right analog sticks, or the L3 and R3 buttons, function only in analog  
mode (indicator: red).  
Note  
Depending on the software, the buttons for use in analog mode may be limited. Refer  
to the instructions supplied with the software for details.  
* The L3 and R3 buttons function when the analog sticks are pressed.  
Note  
About the vibration function  
Before using the Analog Controller  
The vibration function can be set to ON or OFF in the software options  
menu.  
(DUALSHOCK®2), with the console turned on,  
rotate the left and right analog sticks once with your  
thumbs before starting a game. Do not twist the  
analog sticks, but rotate as if drawing a circle as  
shown in the diagram.  
Note  
Depending on the software, the vibration function may be set to "On" automatically.  
Playing a game  
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About using the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®)  
(SCPH-110 E)  
Using Memory Cards  
You can use the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®) (SCPH-110 E) with  
the PlayStation®2 console, but the functions of the buttons in analog mode  
may be different from those of the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2).  
Only the left and right analog sticks can be used in analog mode.  
You can save and load game data using a Memory Card. You can also  
delete game data or copy game data from one Memory Card to another.  
About Memory Card types  
Note  
There are two types of Memory Cards. Select a Memory Card suitable for  
the software in use.  
Not all PlayStation®2 format software titles support the use of the Analog Controller  
(DUALSHOCK®) (SCPH-110 E). The Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2)  
should be used in such cases.  
Memory Card type Compatible software  
Amount of memory  
Memory Card (8MB) PlayStation®2 format  
Approx. 8 MB  
(for PlayStation®2)  
(SCPH-10020 E)  
software  
Memory Card  
PlayStation® format  
software  
15 memory blocks  
(approx. 120 KB)  
(SCPH-1020 E)  
Note  
The Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) uses "MagicGate", a technology that  
helps protect copyrighted content through data encryption and hardware  
authentication.  
is a term of copyright protection technology developed  
by Sony Group.  
does not guarantee compatibility with other products  
bearing the "MagicGate" trademark.  
Using Memory Cards  
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3 Select "Copy" or "Delete", and then press the  
button.  
Inserting a Memory Card  
When copying game data, check that two Memory Cards are inserted  
in the console. If you have selected "Delete", skip to step 5.  
Insert the Memory Card into a MEMORY CARD slot on the console front.  
Console front  
4 Select the destination, and then press the  
5 Select "Yes", and then press the button.  
button.  
MEMORY CARD  
While copying or deleting data, do not remove the Memory Cards.  
6 When copying or deleting is completed, press the  
button.  
Note  
Notes  
Some software titles designate a specific MEMORY CARD slot to use. Refer to the  
instructions supplied with the software for details.  
• To view information about a game data item, select the icon for the data and then  
press the  
button to check the details.  
• Compatibility between software and Memory Cards:  
– You cannot save or copy PlayStation®2 format software to a Memory Card  
(SCPH-1020 E).  
Saving or loading game data  
– You cannot save PlayStation® format game data to a Memory Card (8MB) (for  
PlayStation®2). You can, however, copy PlayStation® format game data from a  
Memory Card (SCPH-1020 E) to a Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) for  
storage purposes. Note that such game data cannot be loaded directly from a  
Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2).  
Depending on the software, the procedure for saving or loading may vary.  
Refer to the instructions supplied with the software for details.  
Copying or deleting game data  
1 At the Browser screen ( page 35), use the directional  
buttons to select the icon for the Memory Card you want to  
use for copying or deleting data and then press the  
button.  
2 Select the icon for the data you want to copy or delete, and  
then press the  
button.  
Using Memory Cards  
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Audio CDs  
Operating the CD player during playback  
Playing an audio CD  
Using the directional buttons, select the icon for the desired track and then  
press the  
button.  
Icon (button*)  
Function  
Playing a CD  
. (L1 button)  
Go to the beginning of the current or previous track  
Fast reverse  
1 Turn on the console and insert the disc ( page 15).  
m
M
(L2 button)  
(R2 button)  
Follow steps 1 to 4 of "Starting a game".  
Fast forward  
The track numbers are displayed.  
> (R1 button)  
Go to the beginning of the next track  
2 Using the directional buttons, select the track number you  
N
X
(START button) Start playback  
(START button) Pause playback  
(SELECT button) Stop playback  
want to play and then press the  
button.  
Playback begins.  
x
Notes  
* You can operate directly by pressing the buttons of the Analog Controller  
(DUALSHOCK®2).  
• If you turn on the console after inserting a disc, the track numbers are displayed  
automatically.  
• You can also start playback from the Browser screen (  
page 35).  
Note  
You can also use the DVD Remote Control (for PlayStation®2) (sold separately).  
Caution  
To play an audio CD recorded in DTS format, you must connect a device with  
a DTS decoder to the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector ( page 12).  
Note that an extremely loud noise may be emitted if the device does not have a  
DTS decoder or if it is connected to the AV MULTI OUT connector.  
Ending audio CD playback  
1 Using the directional buttons, select x and then press the  
button.  
Playback stops. Press the A (open) button on the console front to  
remove the disc.  
Playing an audio CD  
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5 Select the audio CD icon, and then press the  
button.  
Playing in various modes  
The track numbers are displayed, and the setting option is shown in the  
lower left of the screen.  
You can set for "Play Mode" and "Repeat".  
6 Select the desired track, and then press the  
button.  
Play Mode  
Normal  
Program  
Shuffle  
Off  
Plays tracks as recorded on the CD  
Plays tracks in a specified order  
Plays tracks in a random order  
Does not play the CD repeatedly  
Plays all tracks repeatedly  
Playback begins.  
Notes  
• You can also access the Play Options screen from the screen displaying the tracks  
by selecting the Audio CD icon in the upper left corner of the screen and pressing  
Repeat  
All  
the  
button.  
• You can set "Play Mode" and "Repeat" at the same time.  
1
Plays a track repeatedly  
1 At the Browser screen ( page 35), use the directional  
buttons to select the audio CD icon and then press the  
button.  
The Play Options screen is displayed.  
2 Select "Play Mode" or "Repeat", and then press the  
button.  
3 Select the desired setting, and then press the  
button.  
If you select "Program", the screen for specifying track order will be  
displayed. Select the tracks you want to play.  
4 Press the  
button.  
The Browser screen is displayed.  
Playing an audio CD  
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DVDs  
Using the Control Panel  
Watching a DVD  
1 Start playback of the DVD ( page 24).  
2 Press the SELECT button.  
You can operate the DVD player using the following methods.  
• Using the on-screen Control Panel  
• Operating directly using the Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2)  
• Using the DVD Remote Control (for PlayStation®2) (sold separately)  
The Control Panel is displayed. If you press the SELECT button again,  
the display will change its position on the screen.  
The following instructions assume use of the Control Panel to operate the  
DVD player. Some operations may be different depending on the method  
used.  
Notes  
• For details about playing a DVD, refer to the instructions supplied with the DVD.  
• The PlayStation®2 console plays disc content as recorded in the DVD software.  
Note that not all features are available on all DVDs.  
3 Using the directional buttons, select an icon and then press  
the  
button.  
Note  
To turn off the Control Panel, press the SELECT button (once or twice), or press the  
button.  
Control Panel item list  
You can access the following options in the Control Panel.  
Icon  
Function  
Menu  
Displays the DVD-Video menu  
Top Menu  
Displays the DVD-Video menu  
Watching a DVD  
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Icon  
Function  
Icon  
Function  
Returns to the previously selected screen  
within the DVD's menu  
Play  
Starts playback  
N
Return  
O
Pause  
Stop  
Pauses playback  
Stops playback (  
X
x
Displays and changes audio options on  
DVDs with multiple audio tracks  
Audio Options  
Angle Options  
Subtitle Options  
Displays and changes viewing angles on  
DVDs recorded with multi-angle options  
Specifies a scene for playback, and starts  
playback of the scene that has been set  
A-B Repeat  
Displays and changes subtitle options on  
DVDs with subtitle options  
(
Begins playback of titles or chapters in a  
random order ( page 27)  
Shuffle Play  
Program Play  
Skips to the selected title, chapter or the  
specified time, and starts playback  
Go To  
(
Begins playback of titles or chapters in a  
programmed sequence ( page 26)  
Displays and changes options for  
Setup  
language, picture quality, Parental Control  
Selects repeated playback of all the titles  
on the disc, or one title or one chapter  
level, audio, etc. (  
Repeat Play  
(
Displays the current title or chapter  
number, the elapsed time, etc.  
Time Display  
For DVD-RW discs (VR mode), selects  
(
Original/Play List Original or Play List content to play  
(
Displays the direct button functions of the  
Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2)  
Help  
Clears selected numbers or playback  
modes ( page 28)  
Clear  
Used to enter the number of a chapter you  
Go to Chapter  
Previous/Next  
0~9  
want to play (  
Notes  
Returns/skips to the beginning of the  
current, previous or next chapter  
• You can use " " to check the options that can be accessed directly using the  
buttons of the Analog Controller. To access the options directly using the  
controller, you must clear the Control Panel from the screen.  
• Depending on the playback mode, some options may not be available or cannot be  
adjusted.  
./>  
Fast reverses/forwards playback on the  
screen to help you find a particular scene  
/
/
Search  
Slow  
(
Changes to playback/reverse playback in  
slow-motion  
Watching a DVD  
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Playing a DVD  
Selecting a specific scene for playback  
1 Turn on the console and insert a disc ( page 15).  
Selecting a scene by chapter number  
Follow steps 1 to 4 of "Starting a game". Playback begins.  
1 During playback, select the desired chapter number in the  
Control Panel ( page 22) and then press the  
button.  
Notes  
Playback of the selected chapter begins. If you want to play a chapter  
with a single digit number (i.e. 1-9), enter a leading zero. For example,  
enter as "01".  
• If you turn on the console after inserting a disc, playback will begin automatically.  
• You can also start playback from the Browser screen (  
page 35).  
Selecting a scene by title number, chapter number or by  
specifying the time  
Ending DVD playback x  
1 During playback, select x in the Control Panel ( page 22)  
1 During playback, select  
in the Control Panel  
page 22) and then press the button.  
and then press the button.  
(
Playback stops. Press the A (open) button on the console front, and  
then remove the disc.  
2 Select an item, and then press the  
button.  
Title  
Specifies the title number  
Playing a DVD from the last stopping point  
(Resume Play)  
Chapter  
Specifies the chapter number  
C XX:XX:XX  
(or T XX:XX:XX)  
Specifies the elapsed time for the chapter (or title)  
1 During playback, select x in the Control Panel ( page 22)  
and then press the  
button.  
2 Select N, and then press the  
button.  
3 Select the numbers for the desired scene, and then press the  
Playback begins from the point where you stopped the disc in step 1.  
button.  
Playback of the selected chapter begins.  
To clear Resume Play  
After step 1, select x and then press the  
button.  
Watching a DVD  
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Finding a particular point on a DVD (Search)  
Displaying playback information  
You can display information such as the current title number or elapsed  
time.  
You can search either forwards or backwards to quickly locate a particular  
point on a DVD.  
1 During playback, select  
in the Control Panel  
page 22) and then press the button.  
(
1 During playback, select  
or  
in the Control Panel  
button.  
The display changes as shown below each time you press the  
button.  
(
page 22) and then press and hold the  
Search speed changes as shown below when you press either the up or  
down directional button while holding down the  
button.  
Title X Chapter X  
Title X Chapter X  
Title number and chapter number  
• Search 3  
• Search 2  
• Search 1  
• Slow  
C
XX:XX:XX Elapsed time of current chapter  
Title X Chapter X C - XX:XX:XX Remaining time of current chapter  
Title X Chapter X XX:XX:XX Elapsed time of current title  
T
2 Release the  
searching for.  
button when you reach the point you are  
Title X Chapter X T - XX:XX:XX Remaining time of current title  
(Off)  
Playback returns to normal speed.  
Note  
To use the Analog Controller to Search during playback, press and hold down the L2  
or R2 button to begin searching. Use the directional buttons to change speeds.  
Release the L2 or R2 button when you reach the point you are searching for.  
Watching a DVD  
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Selecting Original or Play List for DVD-RW  
playback  
Using the playback modes  
When using a DVD-RW disc (VR mode), you can select the type of titles  
you want to play.  
Using the various playback modes, you can play titles or chapters in the  
order you want or repeat playback of a specific scene. There are four  
playback modes:  
1 With playback stopped, select  
page 22) and then press the  
in the Control Panel  
button.  
• Program Play ( page 26)  
• Shuffle Play ( page 27)  
(
Original and Play List will be selected in turn each time you press the  
• Repeat Play ( page 27)  
button.  
• A-B Repeat ( page 27)  
Original  
Plays content in the originally recorded sequence  
Plays edited content. Play List is the default setting.  
The following instructions assume use of the Control Panel ( page 22)  
to operate the DVD player.  
Play List  
Notes  
Notes  
• Slow-motion play in reverse is not available for DVD-RW discs (VR mode).  
• You can play combinations of Program Play, Shuffle Play, and Repeat Play. Note,  
however, that some Shuffle Play or Repeat Play options may not be available  
depending on the combination.  
• You cannot use this function with Resume Play. Clear Resume Play (  
before selecting this feature.  
• The PlayStation®2 console plays disc content as recorded in the DVD software.  
Program Play  
You can create programmes to play titles and chapters in any order.  
1 During playback, select  
in the Control Panel  
button.  
(
page 22) and then press the  
2 Select a programme number, and then press the  
button.  
If no programmes have been set, the only option will be "1. Title".  
3 Select the title number, and then press the  
button.  
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4 Select the chapter number, and then press the  
button.  
Repeat Play  
To play all the chapters, select "All". Repeat steps 2 to 4 to set other  
titles or chapters.  
You can set this option to play titles or chapters repeatedly.  
1 Select  
press the  
in the Control Panel ( page 22), and then  
button.  
5 Press the START button.  
Program Play begins.  
The display changes as shown below each time you press the  
button.  
Note  
z
The setting will not be cleared after Program Play finishes.  
Disc Repeat  
Title Repeat  
Repeats playback of all titles  
Repeats playback of one title  
Shuffle Play  
Chapter Repeat Repeats playback of one chapter  
Repeat Off Clears Repeat Play  
You can set this option for random playback of all titles or chapters  
recorded on a disc. Playback order will be different each time Shuffle Play  
is used.  
2 Select N, and then press the  
button.  
1 Select  
press the  
in the Control Panel ( page 22), and then  
button.  
The display changes as shown below each time you press the  
button.  
A-B Repeat  
You can set a specific scene to be played repeatedly.  
Title Shuffle  
Plays titles in random order  
1 During playback, select  
in the Control Panel  
page 22) and then press the button at the point you  
Chapter Shuffle Plays chapters in random order  
(
Shuffle Off  
Clears Shuffle Play  
want to start repeated playback.  
The starting point (point A) is set.  
2 Select N, and then press the  
button.  
2 Press the  
playback.  
button at the point you want to end repeated  
The ending point (point B) is set, and repeated playback of the section  
from A to B begins.  
Using the playback modes  
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Clearing playback modes  
Adjusting DVD player settings  
Clears playback modes to allow normal playback.  
1 Select  
press the  
in the Control Panel ( page 22), and then  
button.  
You can use the Control Panel to adjust DVD player settings, such as the  
language for subtitles, audio language, and Parental Control level.  
A message stating, "Play mode contents cleared", is displayed and the  
console returns to normal playback.  
Notes  
• Some DVDs do not support all settings. The PlayStation®2 console plays disc  
content as recorded in the DVD software. If the DVD does not support the features  
listed, you will not be able to change the settings.  
Note  
If multiple playback modes have been set in a combination, all playback modes are  
cleared.  
• The following options are not available during playback or Resume Play  
(
page 24). Clear Resume Play before changing these settings.  
– "Menu", "Audio" and "Subtitles" in Language Setup  
– "TV Type" and "Progressive" in Screen Setup  
– "Parental Control" in Custom Setup  
– "DTS" and "Audio Track Auto Select Mode" in Audio Setup  
You can change DVD player settings using the following procedure:  
1 Select  
the  
in the Control Panel ( page 22), and then press  
button.  
The Setup icon bar is displayed.  
2 Select the icon for the setting you want to change, and then  
press the  
button.  
The current setting for each item is displayed.  
3 Select the desired item, and then press the  
button.  
The menu option becomes active and can be selected.  
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4 Select the desired setting, and then press the  
button.  
Setting TV display options  
The setting of the item is completed. For details, see the instructions  
for each item ( pages 29 to 34).  
In the Screen Setup menu, you can set the screen size (aspect ratio) and  
other options that affect picture quality.  
Notes  
TV Type  
• The default setting for each menu item is underlined in the explanations below.  
• To return to the Control Panel after making settings, press the SELECT button.  
• Settings are saved when you do any of the following:  
– Stop playback (including stopping Resume Play)  
You can set the aspect ratio to match the screen of the connected TV.  
16:9  
Select this option when using a wide-screen TV or a standard  
TV with special 16:9/wide-screen functionality.  
– Open the disc cover  
Setting language options  
4:3 Letter Box  
4:3 PAN SCAN  
Select this option when using a standard TV. This setting  
displays a wide picture with margins on the upper and lower  
portions of the screen.  
In "Language Setup" you can choose the language for the DVD's menu,  
audio and subtitles. Note that if you select a language that is not recorded  
on the DVD, one of the recorded languages is selected automatically.  
Select this option when using a standard TV. This setting  
displays a picture adjusted to the height of the screen, cutting  
off portions at left and right that do not fit.  
Menu  
Selects the language for the DVD's menu  
Selects the language for the DVD's audio track  
Selects the language for the DVD's subtitles  
Audio  
Subtitles  
Note  
Note  
When you set "Progressive" to "On", "TV Type" is automatically set to "16:9".  
If you select "Audio Follow" for subtitles, the subtitle language will automatically be  
set to match the language selected for the DVD's audio track.  
Adjusting DVD player settings  
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DNR (Digital Noise Reduction)  
Progressive  
You can use this setting to help reduce roughness in the on-screen image  
and produce a cleaner picture.  
You can display an image in which the picture updates all the lines in one  
pass. In most cases, this results in a clearer, flicker-free image. This feature  
is available only if your TV and AV Cable* support progressive scan  
(480p).  
Off  
DNR is not used.  
* The Component AV Cable (for PlayStation®2) (sold separately) is compatible  
with progressive scan.  
DNR1  
DNR2  
Increases picture quality  
Increases picture quality (maximum)  
On  
Select this option when the console is connected to a TV that supports  
progressive scan (480p).*  
Notes  
Off  
Select this option when the console is connected to a standard TV.  
• "DNR2" is more effective for reducing image roughness than "DNR1", but in some  
cases an afterimage may appear. If this occurs, select "Off".  
• The DNR function may produce limited results on some DVDs.  
• When you set "Progressive" to "On", "DNR" is automatically turned off and cannot  
be turned on.  
* The DVD player's progressive scan mode is only available when playing a disc  
recorded in NTSC format, and viewed on a TV that supports progressive scan  
(480p).  
Notes  
Outline Sharpening  
• If picture quality is reduced or no image is displayed, set "Progressive" to "Off"  
when the console is connected to a TV without the necessary equipment. If you  
accidentally set this option to "On" for such a TV, picture quality may be reduced  
or the picture may not be displayed. To clear the setting, follow these steps:  
You can sharpen or soften the outline of the on-screen image. The higher  
the value, the sharper the outline. Normally, select "0".  
• -2  
• -1  
• 0  
• +1  
• +2  
Check that you have a DVD in the console.  
1
2
Press the \/1 (on/standby)/RESET button on the console front.  
Then press and hold down the START button of the Analog Controller  
(DUALSHOCK®2) in controller port 1 until the DVD picture is displayed.  
The "Progressive" setting is returned to "Off", allowing the DVD-Video to  
be displayed as normal. You can also cancel this setting using the "Clear  
Note  
Depending on the DVD, Outline Sharpening may produce limited results.  
Display  
Progressive Setting" (  
screen.  
page 40) option in the Version Information  
During playback, you can display playback status information in the top  
right corner of the screen for a few seconds.  
• DVDs can contain video-based and film-based material, which use different frame  
rates. When playing video-based material using progressive scan, some images  
may appear unnatural. If this occurs, set "Progressive" to "Off" and view in  
standard interlace mode.  
On  
Playback status information is displayed for a few seconds.  
Playback status information is not displayed.  
Off  
• When you set "Progressive" to "On", "TV Type" (  
to "16:9".  
page 29) is automatically set  
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• DVD-RW disc (VR mode) content can only be viewed in standard interlace format.  
The "Progressive" option is not available when playing such content.  
3 Select "Region", and then press the  
button.  
The list of region options is displayed.  
4 Select the region to base the Parental Control level on, and  
then press the button.  
Setting viewer options  
If you select "Other", see "Region code list" ( page 32).  
Pause mode  
You can use this option to set the picture status when playback is paused.  
5 Select "Level", and then press the  
button.  
The list of level options is displayed.  
Auto  
A picture with moving elements is displayed without jitter. Normally  
select this position.  
6 Select a restriction level, and then press the  
button.  
Frame  
A picture without moving elements can be displayed at high resolution.  
To clear Parental Control  
With DVD playback stopped, go to step 6 in "Setting Parental Control" and  
set "Level" to "Off".  
Parental Control  
In some regions, the viewing of some DVD content may be restricted  
based on viewer age or other factors. You can use the Parental Control  
feature to restrict the level of content that may be viewed through your  
console.  
The lower the value, the stricter the restriction.  
Setting Parental Control  
1 Select "Parental Control", and then press the  
button.  
The screen for registering a password is displayed. If a password has  
already been registered, the screen for confirming the password is  
displayed.  
2 Select a number, and then press the  
button.  
Repeat step 2 to enter a four-digit password. If you want to clear a  
number, press the button. When registering a password, you are  
required to enter it again for confirmation.  
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Region code list  
Changing your password  
To enter a Parental Control region code, select "Other" in step 4 of "Setting  
Parental Control" ( page 31). Use the directional buttons to select the  
first letter, and then press the right directional button. Then select the next  
In step 2 of "Setting Parental Control" ( page 31), complete the  
following steps:  
1 Using the directional buttons, select "Change Password" and  
letter and press the  
button.  
then press the  
button.  
The screen for changing the password is displayed.  
Region  
Austria  
Belgium  
Canada  
China  
Code  
AT  
BE  
CA  
CN  
DK  
FI  
Region  
Code  
MY  
NL  
NO  
PH  
Malaysia  
Netherlands  
Norway  
2 Select a number, and then press the  
Repeat step 2 to enter a four-digit password. You are required to enter  
it again for confirmation.  
button.  
Philippines  
Russia  
Playing a disc restricted by Parental Control  
Denmark  
Finland  
France  
RU  
SG  
1 Start playback of the DVD ( page 24).  
Singapore  
Spain  
You will be prompted to temporarily change the Parental Control level  
to allow playback. This usually occurs immediately at disc start-up but  
may also occur at different times depending on the DVD.  
FR  
DE  
HK  
ID  
ES  
Germany  
Hong Kong  
Indonesia  
Italy  
Sweden  
SE  
2 Using the directional buttons, select "Yes" and then press the  
button.  
Switzerland  
Taiwan  
CH  
TW  
TH  
GB  
The screen for entering the password is displayed.  
IT  
Thailand  
United Kingdom  
3 Select a number, and then press the  
button.  
Japan  
JP  
Repeat step 3 to enter the four-digit password. After entering the  
password, playback will begin again. When DVD playback is stopped,  
the Parental Control level returns to the original setting.  
Korea  
KR  
Notes  
• If you forget your password, see "Troubleshooting" (  
• If you do not set a password, you cannot change the Parental Control settings.  
• Some DVDs with the Parental Control feature do not allow use of playback modes  
(
pages 26 to 27).  
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Dolby Digital  
Setting sound options  
This option sets Dolby Digital as the output signal for the DIGITAL OUT  
(OPTICAL) connector.  
Audio Digital Out  
On  
Select this option when the console is connected to an audio device  
with a built-in Dolby Digital decoder.  
You can switch the method of outputting the audio signal when you  
connect the following audio devices to the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)  
connector.  
Off  
Select this option when the console is connected to an audio device  
without a built-in Dolby Digital decoder.  
Caution  
DTS  
When the console is connected to an audio device without a Dolby Digital, DTS  
or MPEG decoder, set "Dolby Digital", "DTS" and "MPEG" to "Off". If you set  
these options to "On" without the necessary decoder, you may have no sound or  
an extremely loud noise may be emitted.  
This option sets DTS as the output signal for the DIGITAL OUT  
(OPTICAL) connector.  
On  
Select this option when the console is connected to an audio device  
with a built-in DTS decoder.  
Digital Out (Optical)  
This option sets the type of output for the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)  
connector.  
Off  
Select this option when the console is connected to an audio device  
without a built-in DTS decoder.  
On  
Select this option when you want sound (audio signal) to be output  
through the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector.  
MPEG  
Settings for "Dolby Digital", "DTS" and "MPEG" are displayed.  
This option sets MPEG AUDIO as the output signal for the DIGITAL  
OUT (OPTICAL) connector.  
Off  
Select this option when you do not want sound to be output through the  
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector.  
On  
Select this option when the console is connected to an audio device  
with a built-in MPEG decoder.  
Settings for "Dolby Digital", "DTS" and "MPEG" are not displayed.  
Off  
Select this option when the console is connected to an audio device  
without a built-in MPEG decoder.  
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Audio Track Auto Select Mode  
This setting gives priority to the audio track that contains the highest  
number of channels when you play a DVD on which multiple audio  
formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG) are recorded. If PCM,  
Dolby Digital, DTS and MPEG have the same number of channels, the  
console selects PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS and MPEG audio tracks in that  
order.  
On  
Priority given  
Off  
No priority given  
Notes  
• If you set "DTS" to "Off" in "Audio Digital Out" (  
track is not played.  
page 33), the DTS audio  
• Depending on the DVD, the audio channel with priority may be predetermined. In  
this case, the audio track will be selected based on the DVD's order of priority.  
DVD Volume  
You can set this option if the audio output level of the DVD is low. You  
can set this only when "Digital Out (Optical)" is set to "Off" in "Audio  
Digital Out" ( page 33).  
+2  
+1  
Turns up the volume (maximum)  
Turns up the volume  
Standard Normally select this option.  
Caution  
If you set this option to "+1" or "+2", the sound may become distorted. If this  
happens, change the setting to "Standard". Also note that if you set the volume  
too high, it may harm your hearing or damage the speakers.  
Adjusting DVD player settings  
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Main menu  
Using the Browser screen  
Displaying the main menu  
You can do the following from the Browser screen:  
• Copy or delete game data saved on a Memory Card  
• Start a game  
From the main menu, you can access information and change various  
settings. You can also move to the following screens from the main menu.  
The main menu is displayed when you turn on the console without a disc  
inserted.  
• Start playback of an audio CD  
• Start playback of a DVD  
• Browser screen ( page 35)  
1 Display the main menu ( page 35).  
• System Configuration menu ( page 36)  
• Version Information screen ( page 39)  
2 Using the directional buttons, select "Browser" and then  
1 Turn on the console ( page 14).  
press the  
button.  
The main menu is displayed. Note that it may take some time for the  
main menu to be displayed.  
The Browser screen is displayed.  
3 Insert a disc or Memory Card.  
the inserted item is displayed on the Browser screen.  
\
Note  
If you turn on the console with a disc inserted, the main menu will not be displayed.  
To display the main menu, press the A (open) button on the console front and  
remove the disc. Then press the =/1 (on/standby)/RESET button to reset the console.  
Displaying the main menu  
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4 Select an icon, and then press the  
button.  
• When you select the Memory Card icon, icons for data saved on the  
Memory Card are displayed. To copy or delete saved game data, see  
Using the System Configuration  
menu  
• If you select the icon for a PlayStation®2 or PlayStation® format  
software disc, the game will start.  
From the System Configuration menu, you can change settings for  
numerous options including language or time display, and audio or video  
output method.  
• When you select the icon for an audio CD disc, the tracks contained  
on the CD are displayed. See "Playing an audio CD" ( page 20).  
• If you select the icon for a DVD disc, playback of the DVD will  
begin.  
1 Display the main menu ( page 35).  
Note  
2 Using the directional buttons, select "System Configuration"  
The message "There is no data" is displayed on the Browser screen when no Memory  
Card or disc is inserted in the console.  
and then press the  
button.  
The System Configuration menu is displayed.  
3 Select an item, and then press the  
button.  
The menu option becomes active and can be selected.  
4 Select the desired setting, and then press the  
button.  
For details, see the instructions for each menu item ( pages 37 to  
38).  
Using the System Configuration menu  
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Notes  
Screen Size  
• The default setting for each menu item is underlined in the explanations below.  
• Changes to each setting are saved and remain in effect even after you turn off or  
reset the console.  
You can set the display mode for the TV.  
4:3  
Select this option when using a standard TV with the  
console.  
Clock Adjustment  
Full*  
Select this option when using a standard TV with the  
console. The black margins on the upper and lower  
portions of the screen are cut off.  
You can set the date and time. Use the directional buttons to set "Year",  
"Month", "Day", "Hour", "Minute" and "Second". The setting goes into  
effect when you press the  
button.  
16:9  
Select this option when using a wide-screen TV or a  
standard TV with special 16:9/wide-screen  
functionality.  
Optional settings  
If you press the  
button at the "Clock Adjustment" screen, you can set  
* "Full" display mode is compatible with the System Configuration menu, Browser  
screen and audio CD screen.  
options such as "Date Format" or "Time Format". Use the directional  
buttons and the  
Time Format  
button to make each setting.  
Sets the system clock to either 12-hour or 24-hour  
clock display  
Digital Out (Optical)  
You can set whether to output the signal through the DIGITAL OUT  
(OPTICAL) connector.  
Date Format  
Time Zone  
Sets the display order of year, month and day  
Sets the time zone  
On  
Select this option when you want to output signal  
through the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector.  
Daylight Savings Time  
Sets Standard or Daylight Savings (Summer Time).  
Normally select "Standard".  
Off  
Select this option when you do not want to output  
signal through the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)  
connector.  
Using the System Configuration menu  
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Note  
Component Video Out  
The following limitations apply when the DVD Remote Control is set to "Gameplay  
Function On":  
When using the Component AV Cable (for PlayStation®2) (sold  
separately), you must set the mode to match the input jacks on your TV.  
– Depending on the software, some remote control buttons may not work properly.  
– The buttons of the DVD Remote Control will not work when two or more  
buttons are pressed at the same time.  
Y Cb/Pb Cr/Pr  
RGB  
Select this option when connecting the console to  
component video input connectors (default setting for  
SCPH-70002).  
– Some software titles may stop operating properly when a controller is removed  
from controller port 1. If this happens, set to "Gameplay Function Off".  
Select this option when connecting the console to  
RGB input connectors (default setting for  
SCPH-70003).  
Language  
You can use this option to select the language displayed on the main menu,  
Browser screen, System Configuration menu, and Version Information  
screen.  
Note  
The "RGB" setting is only for PlayStation®2 and PlayStation® format software.  
When you watch a DVD, the mode automatically switches to "Y Cb/Pb Cr/Pr".  
English  
French  
Displays messages in English  
Displays messages in French  
Displays messages in Spanish  
Displays messages in German  
Displays messages in Italian  
Displays messages in Dutch  
Displays messages in Portuguese  
Remote Control  
Spanish  
German  
Italian  
You can set this option when using the DVD Remote Control (for  
PlayStation®2) (sold separately).  
Gameplay Function On  
Select this option when operating PlayStation®2 or  
PlayStation® format software with the DVD Remote  
Control.  
Dutch  
Portuguese  
Gameplay Function Off  
Select this option when not operating PlayStation®2  
or PlayStation® format software with the DVD  
Remote Control.  
Using the System Configuration menu  
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3 Select the desired setting, and then press the  
button.  
pages 39 to 41).  
For details, see the instructions for each item (  
Using the Version Information  
screen  
Note  
The default setting for each menu item is underlined in the explanations below.  
You can check version information for various console components by  
selecting this option. You can also change optional settings for some items.  
Console  
1 At the main menu ( page 35), press the  
button.  
The PlayStation®2 console automatically adjusts its internal settings for  
optimal playback. When "Diagnosis" is set to "On", the console makes  
additional adjustments.  
The Version Information screen is displayed.  
Diagnosis  
Off  
On  
Diagnosis is turned off.  
Diagnosis is turned on.  
Note  
The "Diagnosis" setting will automatically return to the default setting in the  
following cases:  
Optional settings  
– When playback of PlayStation®2 or PlayStation® format software or a DVD  
begins  
Optional settings are available for "Console", "PlayStation® Driver" and  
"DVD Player". "DVD Player" can be set only if the DVD player's  
"Progressive" option is set to "On".  
– When the console is reset  
– When the console is turned off  
1 Using the directional buttons, select an item and then press  
the  
button.  
The current setting for the item is displayed.  
2 Select an item, and then press the  
button.  
The available options are displayed.  
Using the Version Information screen  
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PlayStation® Driver  
DVD Player  
You can set the PlayStation® Driver programme to optimise performance  
of PlayStation® format software.  
If you set "Progressive" to "On" when the console is connected to a TV  
without the necessary equipment, the picture quality may be reduced or the  
picture may not be displayed. You can clear the "Progressive" setting by  
following the procedure below.  
Note  
Remove the DVD before clearing the setting.  
The settings will automatically return to the default settings in the following case:  
– When the console is turned off  
Clear Progressive Setting  
Disc Speed  
No  
Leaves the "Progressive" setting on  
Clears the "Progressive" setting  
Standard Loads discs at normal speed  
Yes  
Fast  
Loads discs at high speed  
1 Display the Version Information screen.  
Note  
Set to "Standard" in the following cases:  
2 Using the directional buttons, select "DVD Player" and then  
– When fast loading does not produce improved results  
– When using a software that is not compatible with fast loading  
press the  
button.  
The "Clear Progressive Setting" option is displayed.  
Texture Mapping  
3 Press the  
button.  
Standard Displays as normal  
4 Select "Yes", and then press the  
button.  
Smooth  
Displays with reduced roughness in on-screen images  
5 Press the  
button twice.  
The display returns to the main menu.  
Note  
Set to "Standard" in the following cases:  
– When smooth texture mapping does not produce improved results  
– If the picture does not display properly when set to "Smooth"  
6 Press the A (open) button on the console front, and place a  
DVD in the console.  
Using the Version Information screen  
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7 Close the disc cover.  
Playback begins.  
Note  
The setting will not be cleared if 1) you do not start a DVD after step 4 or 2) you reset  
or turn off the console before step 6.  
Using the Version Information screen  
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Networking  
Connecting with a network cable  
Connecting to a network  
You can connect the console to a network using an Ethernet network cable  
connected to the NETWORK connector on the console rear. You can  
connect to a 100 Base-TX or 10 Base-T network. Refer to the instructions  
supplied with the network device for details.  
You can enjoy online games by connecting the PlayStation®2 console to a  
broadband network. To play all online games, you will need the following:  
• A Network Access Disc (supplied separately)  
Basic network setup  
• A Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) (sold separately)  
• A service contract with a Broadband Internet Service Provider (sold  
separately)  
Network line  
Network equipment  
This will vary depending on the  
type of broadband service in your  
home.  
The type of equipment used will also  
vary depending on the type of  
service.  
• An Ethernet Cable (sold separately)  
• An External Network Device such as a Broadband enabled digital set-top  
box, a cable modem, an ADSL modem or a router (sold separately)  
Broadband modem, router etc.  
Notes  
• You cannot play online games with this console using a dial-up or ISDN  
connection.  
• USB connectivity from the External Network Device to the USB connector is not  
supported.  
Commercially  
available network cable  
• There are two types of network cables: straight-through cable and crossover cable.  
Ensure that you use the correct type of cable when connecting your PlayStation®2  
console to your Broadband Internet connection. Refer to the Instruction Manual  
supplied with the network device, or your Broadband Internet Service Provider for  
details.  
PC  
Note  
When connecting the console and a PC to the network, a network device such as a  
router or a hub may be required. Refer to the instructions supplied with the network  
device for details.  
Connecting to a network  
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Connecting the console  
Warning  
Do not connect network cables or telephone cords of the following types to the  
network connector; too much electrical current may pass through the connector,  
causing a malfunction, excessive heat or fire in the connector:  
- Standard residential telephone lines  
Warning  
Do not plug the AC power cord for the console into the electrical outlet until you  
have made all other connections.  
- Network cables not appropriate for use with a 10Base-T/100Base-TX network  
- Any ISDN (digital) compatible phone or data line  
- PBX phone lines  
1 Connect the Ethernet network cable to the NETWORK  
connector on the console rear.  
- Other "unknown" types of telephone lines  
Console rear  
Commercially available network cable  
2 Insert the connector on the network cable to the network  
device.  
The connection method will vary depending on the network device.  
Refer to the instructions supplied with the network device for details.  
Connecting to a network  
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Creating network settings  
After you have connected a network cable to the console, you will need to  
create and save network settings. To do this you need a Network Access  
Disc supplied by registering your PlayStation®2 console. You can register  
your PlayStation®2 console by completing the Registration Card enclosed  
Items you will need  
To create a network setting, you will need the following items:  
• A Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) (sold separately)  
• Login and network setup information provided by your Broadband  
Internet Service Provider  
Note  
Depending on the type of Internet service used, you may need to provide your  
Broadband Internet Service Provider with your MAC Address. You can find the  
MAC Address for your console listed in the Version Information screen  
(
Creating network settings  
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About DVD-Videos  
Additional information  
• The console can only play discs recorded for the PAL broadcast standard.  
You cannot play discs recorded for other broadcast standards (such as  
NTSC) on this console (unless the NTSC disc displays the "ALL" label  
and an NTSC compatible TV is used).  
Compatible software  
• DVD-Videos are assigned a number (region code) for the geographic  
region in which the disc can be played. This console can only play discs  
marked with region code "4" (SCPH-70002 only), "2" (SCPH-70003  
only) or "ALL".  
You can play discs of the following types on the PlayStation®2 console:  
Disc type  
Disc logo  
PlayStation®2 format DVD-ROM  
[12 cm, Silver]  
"
", PlayStation®2 logo and  
ALL  
ALL  
designation  
4
2
(SCPH-70002 only)  
(SCPH-70003 only)  
PlayStation®2 format CD-ROM  
[12 cm, Blue]  
"
", PlayStation®2 logo and  
designation  
About DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R and DVD+RW discs  
• Some discs may not be playable due to scratches, dust or problems  
encountered during recording.  
PlayStation® format CD-ROM  
[12 cm, Black]  
PlayStation® logo and  
designation  
Audio CD  
• Only discs that have been "finalised" can be played.  
[12 cm, 8 cm]  
• Sections of video recorded on CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable  
Media)-compatible DVD-RW discs or on CPRM-compatible DVD-R  
discs using the "copy-once" capability cannot be played on this console.  
DVD-Video*  
[12 cm, 8 cm]  
The "DVD VIDEO" logo is a  
trademark.  
Music discs encoded with copyright protection  
technologies  
DVD-RW (VR mode)  
[12 cm, 8 cm]  
The "DVD-RW" logo is a  
trademark.  
The audio CD playback feature of this product is designed to conform  
to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, some record companies  
have started marketing music discs encoded with copyright protection  
technologies. Some of these music discs do not conform to the CD  
standard and may not be playable on this product.  
* Throughout this manual, the term "DVD-Video" is used to refer to DVD-R,  
DVD-RW (Video mode), DVD+R and DVD+RW discs.  
About PlayStation®2 format CD-ROM and DVD-ROM, and  
PlayStation® format CD-ROM discs  
The console can only play discs with the  
Discs marked with  
cannot be played.  
designation.  
,
or  
Compatible software  
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About DualDiscs  
A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which contains DVD recorded  
material on one side and digital audio material on the other side. However,  
since the audio material side does not conform to the Compact Disc (CD)  
standard, playback on this product is not guaranteed.  
Accessories  
Optional accessories are available for this model of PlayStation®2 console.  
When using optional accessories, be sure to purchase those that are  
compatible with this model of PlayStation®2 console. Contact the  
appropriate PlayStation® customer service helpline which can be found  
within every PlayStation® and PlayStation®2 format software manual or  
with this model.  
Accessories not compatible with this model of  
PlayStation®2 console  
The following accessories are not compatible with this model of  
PlayStation®2 console:  
Model number  
SCPH-10350 E  
SCPH-1070 E  
SCPH-10090 E  
SCPH-10040 E  
SCPH-10110 E  
-
Product name  
Network Adaptor (Ethernet) (for PlayStation®2)  
Multitap  
Multitap (for PlayStation®2)  
Vertical Stand (for PlayStation®2)  
Horizontal Stand (for PlayStation®2)  
Product that use the S400 i.LINK connector  
i.LINK and i.LINK logo " " are trademarks.  
Accessories  
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About the DVD Remote Control (for  
PlayStation®2)  
GUARANTEE  
• This model of the PlayStation®2 console features a built-in IR receiver.  
When operating with a DVD Remote Control (for PlayStation®2) (sold  
separately), do not insert an IR receiver (for PlayStation®2) into a  
controller port of the console.  
GUARANTEE  
Thank you for buying this Product. The term "Product" means the  
PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system together with the  
accessories and/or peripherals with which it is packaged. This Guarantee  
does not cover any software whether or not packaged with the Product.  
• When purchasing a DVD Remote Control for use with this console,  
choose one that does not include a separate IR receiver Unit.  
• You cannot open or close the disc cover using the DVD Remote Control.  
Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd ("SCEE") guarantees that this  
Product is free from defects in material and workmanship that result in  
Product failure during normal usage in accordance with the terms set out  
in below and will, for a period of 1 (one) year from the date of original  
purchase, repair or (at SCEE's option) replace any component part of this  
Product, free of charge, where it is faulty due to defective materials or  
workmanship. Replacement will be with a new or refurbished component  
or unit, at SCEE's option, which is guaranteed for the remainder of the  
original Guarantee Period.  
About Multitaps  
Only the Multitap (for PlayStation®2) (SCPH-70120 E)* (sold separately)  
can be used with this console. Do not connect Multitap products with other  
model numbers to the console as this may result in damage to the console.  
* You can use this product with both PlayStation®2 and PlayStation® format  
software titles.  
The benefits conferred by this Guarantee are in addition to the statutory  
rights and remedies the consumer has in the UK and Eire in respect of this  
Product and this Guarantee does not affect such rights and remedies in any  
way. The benefits conferred by this Guarantee are also in addition to other  
rights and remedies which the consumer has in law in Australia and New  
Zealand in respect of this Product, including rights and remedies available  
under the Trade Practices Act 1974 and State and Territory legislation in  
Australia and the Fair Trading Act 1986 in New Zealand and this  
Guarantee does not affect such rights and remedies in any way.  
This Guarantee is given to you by Sony Computer Entertainment Europe  
Ltd of 30 Golden Square, London, W1F 9LD, United Kingdom.  
GUARANTEE  
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4. To the extent permitted by applicable law, this Guarantee will be your sole and  
exclusive remedy in relation to defects in this Product and all other guarantees,  
warranties, terms and conditions, express or implied by statute or otherwise, in  
respect of this Product are excluded and neither SCEE nor any other Sony entity,  
or their suppliers or authorised service facilities, will be liable for any special,  
incidental, indirect or consequential loss or damage.  
IMPORTANT  
1. If you need to claim under this Guarantee, please call your local Customer Service  
helpline (listed on the Customer Registration Card and PlayStation® and  
PlayStation®2 format software manuals) for return instructions and other  
guidance.  
2. This Guarantee is only valid:  
i. in the United Kingdom, Eire, Australia and New Zealand; and  
If this Product needs any repair which is not covered by this Guarantee,  
please call your local Customer Service helpline for advice. If your home  
country is not one of those listed, please contact your retailer.  
ii. when the original sales receipt or invoice or other proof of purchase  
(indicating the date of purchase and retailer's name) is presented together with  
the faulty Product (and has not been altered or defaced since the date of  
original purchase); and  
Please complete and return the enclosed (Freepost) Customer Registration  
Card.  
iii. when the Guarantee seal and the serial number on the Product have not been  
damaged, altered or removed.  
3. You may not claim under this Guarantee when the Product is damaged as a result  
of:  
i. commercial use, accident, fair wear and tear, negligence, abuse, or misuse  
(including, without limitation, failure to use this Product for its normal  
purpose and/or in accordance with instructions on proper use and  
maintenance, or installation or use in a manner inconsistent with applicable  
local technical or safety standards);  
ii. use in conjunction with any unauthorised peripheral (including, without  
limitation, game enhancement devices, adaptors and power supply devices);  
iii. any adaptation or adjustment to, or alteration of, the Product carried out for  
any reason, and whether properly carried out or not;  
iv. maintenance or repairs carried out other than by a SCEE authorised service  
facility; or  
v. use in conjunction with unauthorised software, virus infection, or fire, flood  
or other natural calamity.  
GUARANTEE  
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AC adaptor  
Specifications  
Power requirements  
100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz  
8.5 V, 5.65 A  
Voltage/electrical current  
output (approx.)  
General  
Adaptor dimensions (approx.)  
Adaptor mass (approx.)  
60 × 28 × 124 mm (w/h/d)  
350 g  
Power requirements  
! DC IN 8.5V  
Electrical current consumption 5.3 A  
(approx.)  
Supplied accessories  
Console dimensions (approx.)  
Console mass (approx.)  
Signal format  
230 × 28 × 152 mm (w/h/d)  
900 g  
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.  
PAL  
Copyrights  
Operating temperature  
5 °C to 35° C  
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected  
by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property  
rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of  
this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision  
Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only  
unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse  
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.  
Inputs/outputs on the console  
front  
Controller port (2)  
MEMORY CARD slot (2)  
USB connector (2)  
Inputs/outputs on the console  
rear  
NETWORK connector  
! DC IN 8.5V connector  
AV MULTI OUT connector  
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector  
This product is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.  
"Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.  
Confidential unpublished works. ©1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories. All  
rights reserved.  
"DTS" and "DTS Digital Out" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems,  
Inc.  
Specifications  
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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.  
Troubleshooting  
Go through this section if you experience difficulty in operating the  
PlayStation®2 console. Should any problem persist, call the PlayStation®  
service line at the number listed on your guarantee card for assistance.  
About copy protection  
Attempted copying of DVD's played on this device, may be prevented or  
restricted by copy protection technology contained on the DVD.  
Attempted recording or copying of DVD's for private use by the removal  
or circumvention of copy protection technology may be prohibited under  
applicable law.  
Check the following items first:  
• The console is turned on.  
• The AC power cord is connected properly to the electrical outlet.  
• The cables are correctly and securely connected.  
About access control  
Check also for the TV or monitor and other connected devices.  
This product incorporates access control technology. Use of software not  
specifically designed for this product (excluding DVD-Videos and audio  
CDs) and copies of software designed for this product are prevented by  
access control. Unauthorised transfer, delivery, display, export, import, or  
transmission of programs, devices, or the product modified with programs  
or devices, to defeat the purpose of this access control feature is or may be  
prohibited by law.  
Picture  
There is no picture on the TV screen.  
, Check whether the =/1 (on/standby) indicator on the console front is lit up in red.  
If it is red, press the =/1 (on/standby)/RESET button to turn on the console (the  
=/1 indicator will turn green).  
, Switch the input mode of the TV (or VCR) as appropriate for the connector in  
use on the console.  
, Try using another compatible AV Cable. There may be a problem with the AV  
Cable in use.  
, Set "Component Video Out" to "Y Cb/Pb Cr/Pr" in the System Configuration  
menu (  
page 38) when connecting the console to the component AV inputs on  
a TV. Use the supplied AV Cable (integrated audio/video) to make the setting,  
and then connect to the TV using the Component AV Cable (for PlayStation®2)  
(sold separately).  
, Check that the inserted disc can be played with the PlayStation®2 console  
(
page 45).  
Troubleshooting  
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, See also "There is no picture on the TV screen" and "Picture noise  
Picture noise appears on the TV screen.  
, Check that the disc is clean and does not have any scratches. If the disc is dirty,  
appears on the TV screen".  
clean it (  
page 6).  
The aspect ratio does not change even when playing the DVD with the  
aspect ratio setting adjusted and/or playing 16:9 pictures of a DVD.  
, Depending on the DVD, the aspect ratio cannot be changed.  
, Check that the console is connected to the TV directly. If there is a selector or  
receiver (AV amplifier) connected between the console and TV, depending on  
the type of device connected, the aspect ratio cannot be changed.  
, If you move the console from a cold to a warm location, allow the console to  
adjust to room temperature before use.  
, If moisture condensation occurs, remove the disc and do not use the console for  
several hours until the condensation evaporates (  
, For some output connectors on a TV, the component video out setting needs to  
be set. Check that the correct settings have been made ( page 38).  
page 6).  
, Depending on the TV, the aspect ratio cannot be changed.  
, Some PlayStation® format software titles may not perform properly on the  
PlayStation®2 console. For more information, call the PlayStation® service line  
at the number listed on your guarantee card for assistance.  
The size of the video image and the TV screen do not match.  
, Set the aspect ratio to match your TV screen (  
page 37). If changing the  
, Some TVs may experience a bouncing effect in their pictures when using the  
PlayStation®2 console. If this happens, connect the console to another TV.  
setting does not work, try adjusting the aspect ratio of your TV. Refer to the  
instructions supplied with your TV for details.  
"The disc could not be read" is displayed on the screen.  
, Check that the disc is placed in the console with the label side facing up  
Sound  
(
, Check that the disc is clean and does not have any scratches. If the disc is dirty,  
clean it ( page 6).  
There is no sound.  
, Switch the input mode of the TV (or VCR) as appropriate for the connector in  
use on the console.  
, Check that the TV volume is not set to "mute". Also check that the TV volume  
level is set properly.  
There is no picture or picture noise appears when playing a DVD.  
, When playing a DVD, connect the console to the TV directly (  
the video signal from the console is coming through a VCR to the TV, copy  
protection on some DVDs may affect picture quality.  
, If the console is connected to an audio device, check the settings on the  
connected device. Refer to the instructions supplied with the device for details.  
, Try using another compatible AV Cable (  
page 9). There may be a problem  
, If the console is connected to a TV or cable* that does not support progressive  
scan (480p), no image will be displayed when you set "Progressive" to "On" in  
with the AV Cable in use.  
, Some PlayStation®2 format software titles do not support audio output from the  
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector. Connect the console to the audio device  
using an analog AV Cable, such as the supplied AV Cable (integrated audio/  
the Control Panel. Clear the "Progressive" setting (  
pages 30, 40). If picture  
noise appears when using a TV that supports progressive scan (480p), also clear  
the "Progressive" setting.  
video) (  
page 9).  
* The Component AV Cable (for PlayStation®2) (sold separately) is compatible  
with progressive scan.  
, A DVD-R or DVD-RW disc that is not finalised cannot be played on the  
PlayStation®2 console.  
, Content of a video recorded on CPRM-compatible DVD-R or CPRM-compatible  
DVD-RW discs cannot be played on the PlayStation®2 console.  
Troubleshooting  
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, For some DVDs with a Dolby Digital audio track, the output signal may not  
Sound quality is poor.  
, Check that the disc is clean and does not have any scratches. If the disc is dirty,  
comprise the entire 5.1 channel range.  
clean it (  
page 6).  
Operation  
, If you move the console from a cold to a warm location, allow the console to  
adjust to room temperature before use.  
The controller does not function.  
, If moisture condensation occurs, remove the disc and do not use the console for  
, If the software title is compatible only with the Analog Controller  
(DUALSHOCK®2), it will not work properly with the Analog Controller  
(DUALSHOCK®). Use a controller that is appropriate for the software title.  
Refer to the instructions supplied with the software for details.  
, Check that the controller is set to the appropriate mode for the software. Refer to  
the instructions supplied with the software for details.  
several hours until the condensation evaporates (  
page 6).  
, Some PlayStation® format software titles may not perform properly on the  
PlayStation®2 console. For more information, contact the appropriate  
PlayStation® customer service helpline which can be found within every  
PlayStation® and PlayStation®2 format software manual.  
, Try using another controller that is compatible with the PlayStation®2 console.  
There may be a problem with the controller in use.  
There is no sound or the sound quality from the digital audio equipment  
is poor.  
, Check that the disc is clean and does not have any scratches. If the disc is dirty,  
The console does not recognise the Memory Card. Data cannot be  
saved or copied to the Memory Card.  
, Check that the Memory Card is compatible with the software in use  
clean it (  
, Set "Digital Out (Optical)" to "On" in the System Configuration menu  
page 37).  
, If playing a DTS audio track using an audio device with a built-in DTS decoder,  
check that the settings are correct ( pages 33, 37). If the console is connected  
page 6).  
(
(
page 18).  
, Check that the Memory Card is inserted securely (  
page 19).  
, Check that you are saving the data correctly. Refer to the instructions supplied  
with the software for details.  
to an audio device without a built-in DTS decoder, select tracks other than DTS  
audio tracks to play.  
, Data cannot be saved if there is not enough free space on the Memory Card.  
, Try using another Memory Card. There may be a problem with the Memory Card  
in use.  
, Some PlayStation®2 format software titles do not support audio output from the  
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector. Connect the console to the audio device  
using an analog AV Cable, such as the supplied AV Cable (integrated audio/  
video) (  
page 9).  
Data saved on a Memory Card is corrupted.  
, While saving, loading, copying or deleting data, do not attempt any of the  
following. Doing so may damage the data.  
• Do not remove the Memory Card or the controller.  
• Do not open the disc cover.  
, See also "There is no sound" and "Sound quality is poor".  
Surround effect is not present when playing a DVD with a Dolby Digital  
audio track.  
, Check that the console is connected to an audio device with a built-in Dolby  
Digital decoder using an optical digital cable.  
• Do not reset the console.  
• Do not turn off the console.  
, Check that the settings of the audio device are correct. Refer to the instructions  
supplied with the device for details.  
, Corrupted data can be deleted in the Browser menu (  
, Set "Dolby Digital" to "On" in "Audio Digital Out" (  
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52  
 
5 Enter the number "7444".  
The registered password is cleared, and the screen for registering a password  
is displayed. Enter a new password (  
The console does not function properly.  
, Static electricity and other similar occurrences may affect the console's  
operation. Turn off the console and unplug it from the electrical outlet. Then,  
replug and turn on the console by pressing the @/1/RESET button.  
Some functions are not available.  
, Depending on the DVD, some functions may not be available:  
• Stop, Search, Slow, Program Play, Shuffle Play or Repeat Play may be  
prohibited.  
The @/1 indicator flashes in red and the console does not work.  
, Do not use the console until the flashing stops. Placing the console in an  
extremely hot location or blocking the console's vents raises the internal  
temperature of the console, thereby preventing proper operation.  
• The audio language cannot be changed on discs that do not have multiple audio  
tracks. Also, some DVDs do not allow the audio language to be changed.  
• If multilingual subtitles are not recorded on the DVD, you cannot change the  
language for the subtitles. It may not be possible to change the subtitle  
language or turn the subtitles off.  
The console makes noise or shakes.  
, Because PlayStation®2 format software titles load at a higher speed than  
PlayStation® format software titles, the noise or vibration may be greater.  
• If multiple angles are not recorded on the DVD, you cannot change the viewing  
angles. Changing the viewing angles may be prohibited.  
The DVD does not play.  
• You can only select  
Check whether a DVD-RW disc (VR mode) is inserted in the console.  
when playing a DVD-RW disc (VR mode).  
, Check that the DVD has the correct region code. Also check that the broadcast  
signal of the disc is compatible with the console (  
page 45).  
, The Parental Control feature may be set on the disc. Follow the on-screen  
Some DVD settings cannot be changed.  
instructions and temporarily raise the level of Parental Control (  
, Some settings cannot be changed during playback or Resume Play (  
Stop playback completely or clear Resume Play (  
page 24) before attempting  
You forget your password.  
to adjust the settings.  
, You can clear the password using the following procedure:  
1 Start a DVD, and then stop playback.  
Clear Resume Play (  
page 24). Use a DVD without the Parental Control  
feature.  
2 At the Control Panel, select  
and then press the  
button  
(
3 Select "Parental Control", and then press the  
button.  
The screen to enter a password is displayed. If the screen to register a  
password is displayed, no password had been registered before. In this case,  
register a new password.  
4 Press the SELECT button.  
The screen to clear the password is displayed.  
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Network  
Connection to the network cannot be established.  
, Check that the network settings are correct. Refer to the instructions supplied  
with the software or the information from your Internet service provider and  
adjust the settings accordingly.  
, The network is busy. Wait a few minutes, and then try to access the network  
again.  
, Check that the network cable is properly connected (  
page 43).  
, Check that you are using the correct type of network cable.  
, Check that the network settings or connections of the network device are correct.  
Refer to the instructions supplied with the network device for details.  
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