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Instruction Manual Before using this product, carefully read all product documentation and retain it for future reference. CECH-3006A CECH-3007A CECH-3012A CECH-3006B CECH-3007B CECH-3012B 4-287-484-81(1)
WARNING To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer Photosensitivity/Epilepsy/Seizures servicing to qualified personnel only. A very small percentage of individuals may experience epileptic seizures or blackouts when exposed to certain light patterns or flashing lights. Exposure to Caution certain patterns or backgrounds on a television screen or when playing video Use of controls or adjustments or performance of...
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The System Software included within this product is subject to a limited license pacemakers), which may cause malfunctions and possible injuries. from Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Refer to http://www.scei.co.jp/ps3-eula for further details. If you use a pacemaker or other medical device, consult your physician or the...
Table of contents Connecting to the Internet ............32 WARNING ..................2 Using the Internet browser .............32 Precautions ..................5 Viewing the user's guide ..............32 Online information about the PS3™ system ........10 Creating a PlayStation Network account ........32 XMB ™ (XrossMediaBar) menu ............11 ®...
Precautions Before using this product, carefully read all the precautions. Do not connect cables other than a USB cable while the AC power cord is plugged into the electrical outlet. Do not touch the system or connected cables or accessories during an Safety electrical storm.
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Precautions – Before use, check that there is plenty of space around you. Do not stand on or put objects on the system, and do not stack the system with other devices. – When using the controller, grip it firmly and make sure it cannot slip out of your hand.
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Do not allow dust or foreign matter to build up around the AC IN connector. Wireless networking feature Before connecting or plugging in the AC power cord, check that there is no dust or foreign matter in or on the power plug or connecting end of the cord, The 2.4 GHz range of radio waves used by the wireless networking feature of the electrical outlet or the AC IN connector on the system rear.
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Precautions Do not apply insecticides or other volatile substances. When discs will not be used for an extended period of time, store them in their cases. Stacking uncased discs or storing them at an angle can cause them to Do not place any rubber or vinyl materials on the product exterior for an warp.
Online information about the PS3™ system Friends This manual explains hardware features and provides basic information about how to Chatting and exchanging messages set up and operate the PS3™ system, including warnings and precautions for the safe and proper use of the system. You can also access the following information available PlayStation Network ®...
XMB ™ (XrossMediaBar) menu The PS3™ system includes a user interface called XMB ™ (XrossMediaBar). PS button button: Displays the XMB ™ menu Displays the options Turns the system on/off menu/control panel Quits a game button: Category Confirm the selected item Directional buttons: button:...
Part names System front / rear DUALSHOCK 3 Wireless Controller ® Port indicators USB connector L2 button R2 button Disc slot L1 button R1 button Power button button Eject button Directional button HDD access indicator buttons button USB connectors button LAN connector Left stick/ Right stick/...
Getting started Connection methods Connect your system to a TV You can use any of the following methods to connect your system to a TV. Video output in SD (Standard Definition) resolution HDMI OUT AV MULTI OUT connector connector ...
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Getting started Connect an Ethernet cable (sold separately) Use an Ethernet cable to connect the system to the Internet. Hint LAN connector AC IN connector You can use a wireless network connection to connect to the Internet without using an Ethernet cable. For details, see "Adjusting network settings"...
Perform initial setup. Performing initial setup of the system software After turning on the system, perform initial setup. Turn on the TV, and then switch the video input of the TV to match the input connector used by the PS3™ system. Press the power button.
Getting started Video output on the PS3™ system The PS3™ system can output two types of resolution: HD and SD. Refer to the instruction manual for the TV in use to check which video mode is supported. (High Definition) (Standard Definition) 480p 480i * Video mode *...
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Video output cable types The resolution displayed on the TV varies depending on the input connectors on the TV and the type of cable in use. Select a cable to match the TV in use. Cable type Input connector on the TV Supported video modes*¹...
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Getting started Adjusting video output settings Confirm the screen, and then press the button. If you changed the connector in step 2, a screen for confirming the change Depending on the type of cables and the connectors used, you may will be displayed.
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Confirm the settings, select [Yes], and then press the Adjust audio output settings. button. Continue on to adjust audio output settings. Adjust settings to match the TV or audio device in use. Depending on the connector selected in step 2 and the resolutions selected in step 5, this screen may not be displayed.
Getting started Connecting digital audio devices Examples when connecting an audio device You can connect audio devices that support digital audio playback, An HDMI cable or optical digital cable can be used to connect an such as an AV receiver for home entertainment use. audio device to the PS3™...
Turning the PS3™ system on and off Turning on the system Turning off the system Press the power button. Press the power button. The power indicator lights up in solid green to indicate that the system is The power indicator lights up in solid red. turned on.
Using the wireless controller Step 2: Assign a controller number Preparing for use Each time you turn on the system, a number must be assigned to the To use a wireless controller, you must first register or "pair" the controller controller by pressing the PS button.
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Battery charge level Using the controller wirelessly If you press and hold down the PS button for more than one second, If you disconnect the USB cable, you can use the controller wirelessly. you can check the battery charge level on the screen. To use it wirelessly, the controller's battery must be charged.
Playing content Blu-ray Disc™ (BD)/DVD/CD Insert the disc. An icon is displayed in the XMB ™ menu, and playback of the disc begins. If the disc does not automatically start, select the icon for the disc from the XMB ™ menu, and then press the button.
Note that Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates will not be liable for any loss or corruption of data, files or software.
Playing games Game compatibility Notice Do not insert multiple discs or foreign objects into the disc slot, because this may cause the system to malfunction. PlayStation 3 format software ® Can be played on this system* PlayStation format software ® Quitting a game PlayStation 2 format software...
Saved data for PlayStation 3 format software Assigning slots ® Saved data for PlayStation 3 format software is saved on the system's ® Select (Game) (Memory Card Utility (PS/PS2)), and hard disk. The data is displayed under (Game) (Saved Data then press the button.
Adjusting network settings Example of a network configuration (wired) Example of a network configuration (wireless) A wired network configuration requires items , and . A wireless network configuration requires items and . Network gateway device Network gateway device ...
Adjusting network settings (wired) Adjusting network settings (wireless) Connect an Ethernet cable (sold separately) to the system. Check that an Ethernet cable is not connected to the system. Select (Settings) (Network Settings) [Internet Select (Settings) (Network Settings) [Internet Connection Settings], and then press the button.
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Adjusting network settings Adjust wireless LAN settings. Hints SSID and WEP/WPA keys are types of security information that are required Select the access point that you want to use. You can usually select [Scan] when connecting to an access point. If you do not have this information, and choose an access point within range of your system.
Adjusting custom settings Specify the MTU value used when transmitting data. You can usually In certain network environments, some settings may not be adjusted select [Automatic]. automatically by selecting [Easy]. Refer to the information below and also follow the on-screen instructions to adjust custom settings. Proxy Server Specify the proxy server to be used.
Connecting to the Internet If network settings are already completed, the PS3™ system will Viewing the user's guide automatically connect to the Internet when the system is turned on. The connection will remain active as long as the system is on. You can use the Internet browser to view the online user's guide for the PS3™...
PS3™ system updates By updating the PS3™ system software, you can add features and/or Update methods security patches. Frequently update your system to use the latest version of the system software. You can perform an update in any of the ways described below. System software updates http://asia.playstation.com Network update...
Using the on-screen keyboard Cursor Text entry field Displays predictive options Hints For details about using the on-screen keyboard, refer to the online user's guide (http://manuals.playstation.net/document/). You can also enter text using a USB keyboard or Bluetooth -compatible ®...
Parental control The PS3™ system includes a parental control feature. You can use this Other security settings feature to set a password and limit the playback of content restricted by a parental control level (games, videos and other content). By setting You can set parental control limitations on content other than games the parental control level on the system, you can prevent the playback under...
The inside of the system is hot directly after use. Allow time for the system to possible to restore or repair the software or data. Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates will not be liable for cool down before starting to remove the hard disk.
Stick™ or an SD Memory Card. during authorized service, it may not be possible to restore or repair the software or data. Note that Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates will not be liable for any loss or corruption of data, files or software.
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Replacing the hard disk Place the system upside down on a soft, dry cloth, and then Remove the hard disk. open the screw cover. Pull the handle upwards, and then pull out the hard disk from the system. Use the notch located above the screw cover to slightly pull up the cover. Then rotate the cover as shown in the diagram.
Remove the hard disk from the metal frame. Replacing the hard disk Caution For safety reasons, be sure to turn off and unplug the system before attempting to replace the hard disk. When replacing the hard disk, follow the procedure below to remove the metal frame.
The system software included within this product is subject to a limited license from Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Refer to http://www.scei.co.jp/ps3-eula for further details. Installing the system software Turn on the PS3™...
Restoring data that has been backed up You can restore data that you backed up using either of the following methods. Restoring data in a single operation You can restore data that you backed up in a single operation by selecting (Settings) (System Settings)
Transferring data to another PS3™ system / restoring the system Transferring data to another PS3™ system Restoring default settings You can transfer data that is saved on the hard disk of one PS3™ You can restore from the current settings under (Settings) to the system (the source system) to the hard disk of another PS3™...
Before requesting service Go through this section if you experience difficulty in operating the If the video output settings on the system do not match those of the cable or TV in use, there may be no picture. If the screen goes PS3™...
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Before requesting service Some BDs are preset with parental control restrictions. Enter the If the system's audio output settings do not match the cable or password that was set in (Security Settings) to change the device in use, the system may not produce sound. Check that the parental control level.
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If you connect your system to a router, complete initial settings on If the disc has a label, insert it with the label side up. the router first. After completing the settings on the router, try to Check whether the disc is scratched or dirty.
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Before requesting service Select (Settings) (Accessory Settings) [Controller Wireless controller Vibration Function], and then try setting [Vibration Function] to [On]. The software may not support the vibration function. Refer to the The wireless controller does not function. instruction manual for the software. For software downloaded from ...
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The screen is frozen. The system does not operate. Other issues Disconnect all accessories such as USB devices from the system, and then restart the system. Pressing the power button for 15 The system makes noise. seconds or longer will force the system to turn off (enter standby ...
256 MB GDDR3 VRAM Mass Approx. 2.6 kg (5.8 lb) 160 GB* Operating temperature 5°C - 35°C (41°F - 5°F) (CECH-3006A/CECH-3007A/CECH-3012A) Hard disk 2.5" Serial ATA 320 GB* Hard disk capacity calculated using base 10 mathematics (1GB = (CECH-3006B/CECH-3007B/CECH-3012B) 1,000,000,000 bytes). The system software for this PS3TM system calculates...
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Playback of BD-RE ver. 1.0 discs is not supported. PlayStation 2 format software titles do not perform on this system. ® "BRAVIA™ Sync" is a Sony product feature that allows you to use the This product has limited backward compatibility with PlayStation format ®...
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Specifications When playing PlayStation 3 format software in HD resolution, a TV that supports When playing discs with content that was copied fraudulently, abnormal sounds ® video playback at 5.4 Hz is required. may be produced or the content may not play correctly. To continuously enjoy playback of copyright-protected Blu-ray™...
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Storage Using a crosshead screwdriver, remove the screws (5 places). When the wireless controller is not used for an extended period of time, it is recommended that you fully charge it at least once a year in order to maintain battery functionality.
WARRANTY For warranty terms and conditions of respective regions, please refer to following official websites: Hong Kong: http://asia.playstation.com/hk/warranty Singapore: http://asia.playstation.com/sg/warranty Taiwan: http://asia.playstation.com/tw/warranty Other regions: http://asia.playstation.com...
Corporation. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and ® any use of such marks by Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
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Copyright and trademarks DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are Manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D used under license. symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. U.S. and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories. DLNA and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks and/or service marks of Digital Living Network Alliance.
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DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. Manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double- and are used under license. D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. 版 權 與 U.S. and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories. 商...