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Table of contents
US
Part names
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12
Getting started
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13
Connection methods
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13
Performing initial setup of the system software
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15
Video output on the PS3™ system
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16
Connecting digital audio devices
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20
Turning the PS3™ system on and off
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21
Using the wireless controller
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22
Playing content
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24
Blu-ray Disc (BD)/DVD/CD
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24
Playing content on USB devices
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25
File formats that can be played or viewed
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25
Playing games
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26
Game compatibility
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26
Playing games
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26
Controller settings
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27
Saved data for PlayStation
®
3 format software
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27
Saved data for PlayStation
®
format software
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27
Adjusting network settings
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28
Adjusting network settings (wired)
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29
Adjusting network settings (wireless)
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29
Adjusting custom settings
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31
Connecting to the Internet
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32
Using the Internet browser
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32
Viewing the user’s guide
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32
Creating a PlayStation
®
Network account
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32
PS3™ system updates
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33
Using the on-screen keyboard
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34
Parental control
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35
Replacing the hard disk
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36
Backing up data
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36
Removing the hard disk
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37
Replacing the hard disk
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39
Reinstalling the system software
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40
Restoring data that has been backed up
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40
Restoring the PS3™ system
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42
Before disposing of or transferring the PS3™ system
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42
Before requesting service
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43
Table of contents
WARNING
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2
Precautions
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6
Online information about the PS3™ system
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10
XMB
™
(XrossMediaBar) menu
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11
Specifications
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48
LIMITED HARDWARE WARRANTY AND LIABILITY
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53
Copyright and trademarks
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55