Sony PlayStation 3 Super Slim Quick Start Guide
- June 9, 2024
- Sony
Table of Contents
Sony PlayStation 3 Super Slim
Getting Started
System front
System rear
DUALSHOCK®3 wireless controller
Connection and Setup
- Connect your PS3TM system to a TV. For high-definition output, connect the TV and the PS3TM system using an HDMITM cable (sold separately). to the outlet
- Turn on the TV and then select the appropriate input.
- Press the power button to turn on the PS3TM system. If the video is not displayed, turn off the PS3TM system, and then turn it on again by pressing the power button for at least five seconds (until the system beeps a second time).
- Press the PS button on the wireless controller.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to perform the initial setup.
Playing disc content
Insert the disc with the label side facing up.
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Open the disc cover and insert the disc.
To open the disc cover, you can either press the (open) button or manually slide the disc cover to the left. Push the disc into place until you hear a click. Insert the disc with the label side facing up. -
Slide the disc cover closed.
When you close the disc cover, the disc will automatically start playing. If the disc does not automatically start, select the icon for the disc from the XMBTM menu, and then press the button.
・To quit a game, press the PS button on the controller and then select (Quit Game). To quit playing other types of discs, press the button on the controller.
・Saved data for PlayStation®3 format software is saved in the system storage. To display the data, go to (Game) (Saved Data Utility(PS3TM)).
Connect to the network
- Connect an Ethernet cable (sold separately) to the PS3TM system.
- Select (Settings) (Network Settings) [Internet Connection Settings]
- . Select [Easy].
- Check that the settings are correct, and then save the settings.
Using PSNSM
PSNSM gives you instant access to a variety of services, including online gaming, downloadable games, movies, and content from (PlayStation®Store) and chat facilities under (Friends). To use PSNSM, you must have a Sony Entertainment Network account. To create an account, select (Sign Up) under (PSN) and follow the on-screen instructions. PSNSM and PlayStation®Store are not available in all countries and languages, see eu.playstation.com/legal for details. A broadband internet connection is required. Users are responsible for broadband internet connection fees. Users must be 7 years or older and users under 18 require parental consent. Charges apply for some content and/or services. Registration is also possible via web browser at eu.playstation.com.
- Select (Settings) (Network Settings) [Internet Connection Settings].
- Select [Easy] [Wireless] [Scan].
- Select the access point you want to use.
- Check that the SSID is correct and press the right button
- Select the type of encryption key.
- Enter the encryption key. Press the button to display the keyboard.
- Enter the encryption key and then select [Enter]. Check that the settings are correct, and then save the settings.
Supporting documentation
Safety and Support
This document contains information about how to safely use the PS3TM system.
Be sure to read it before using the PS3TM system. This document includes
parental control information.
Online User’s Guide
eu.playstation.com/ps3/support/manuals/ This
guide contains detailed information about using the PS3TM system. You can also
refer to (Network) (Online Instruction Manuals).
System Software Updates eu.playstation.com/ps3 This site provides the latest information about system software updates. Support eu.playstation.com/ps3/support/ The official site for PlayStation® product support provides the latest questions and answers about your product.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. The
information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice.
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FAQ’s
A PS3 Super Slim has how much memory?
The Super Slim model came in three different iterations: one with a 500 GB hard drive, one with a 250 GB hard drive that wasn’t accessible in PAL territories, and one with a 12 GB flash storage that was available in PAL regions and in Canada.
How much energy is consumed by a PS3 Super Slim?
With the typical operation, the “slim” PlayStation 3 (45 nm process Cell/40 nm RSX) uses 65 to 84 W of electricity.
Can the PS3 Super Slim be raised?
It was time to set my PS3 up so that the Xbox One could fit in its place. Very thin and can stand up on its own without support, but it didn’t seem very solid.
A PS3 may be wireless.
If your house has a WiFi network, you can wirelessly connect your PlayStation 3 to the Internet.
Does the PS3 Super Slim have any USB ports?
Similar to the Slim PS3, there are just two USB ports on the front, although adding four would be preferable given all the USB-powered accessories Sony has released over the years, including the Move.
Has the PS3 Super Slim Wi-Fi?
The PlayStation 3 video game consoles, PS3 Slim consoles, and PS3 Super Slim units all come with integrated 802.11g (802.11b/g) Wi-Fi wireless networking, with the exception of the original 20GB model. A wireless home network may be connected to a PS3 without the requirement for a separate wireless gaming adaptor.
The PS3 Super Slim has what resolution?
The PlayStation 3 Super Slim measures 2.36″ (6 cm) in height, 11.41″ (29 cm) in width, and 9.06″ (23 cm) in depth. It weighs 4.3 kg (1.95 kg). The PlayStation 3 Super Slim has a 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution.
Does the PS3 Super Slim support SSD?
It is a 2.5″ SATA hard drive. Simply make sure it complies with these two requirements before switching it to another HDD or SSD.
The PS3 Slim has a battery, right?
Follow this procedure to swap out the CR 2032 coin-cell PRAM battery in your PlayStation 3 Slim.
What ports are there on the PS3 Slim?
Again, not what we had hoped for, but not unexpected. This model is slimmer than others, and all third-generation PS3s only has two USB ports (and skip the media card reader). With the PS3 Slim connected to a Sony HDTV that supports Bravia Link via HDMI, you may use the TV remote to navigate the XMB interface.
Can the PS3 Super Slim handle 4K?
There is no hardware support for 4K on either PS3 or PS4 Slim or Launch model.
How can I determine if my PS3 Super Slim is a storage device?
The first selection under “Settings” is often System Settings, which is located next to a box icon. Press to get to System Information. It’s listed last on the menu. Your memory information will be shown next to “Free Space,” so check there.
Do all PS3 games work on the PS3 Slim?
You can still play PS3 and PS1 games on a PS3 Slim, even if PS2 games cannot be played on it. 2. Verify that the PlayStation 3 is a 20GB model. Wi-Fi and flash card readers are absent from the 20GB PS3s, although they do feature four USB ports and backward compatibility.
How good is PS3’s video quality?
Depending on where the PS3TM system was purchased, different regions have different video mode choices. The 480i visual mode is identified as [Standard (NTSC)] in NTSC locations such as North America, Asia, and others. The [Standard (PAL)] label is displayed for the 576i video mode in Europe and other PAL areas.
Utilizes HDMI the PS3 Super Slim?
The ports for the AC adapter, AV Multi Out, Digital Out (Optical), HDMI, and LAN connections are located around the rear of the device.
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