SONY PlayStation PS3 User Guide

: June 7, 2024
: Sony

Table of Contents

SONY PlayStation PS3 User Guide
Getting Started
- System front
System rear
DUALSHOCK®3 wireless controller
Connection and Setup
Playing disc content
Connect to the network
Using PSNSM
Supporting documentation
- Safety and Support
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SONY PlayStation PS3 User Guide

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 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.

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 not available in all countries and languages, see eu.playstation.com/legal for details. Broadband internet connection 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 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.

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