Sony PlayStation PlayStation User Manual

3-064-452-11(1)
© 1995-2000 Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. All rights reserved.
SCPH-9001 / 94010
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Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing the “PlayStation”
video game console.
You can play CD-ROM discs which have both
the “PlayStation” logo and
designation, as well as audio CDs with this
unit. Before operating the unit, please read this
manual and retain it for future reference.
Mode d’emploi
Nous vous remercions d’avoir fait l’acquisition
de la console de jeux vidéo ‘’PlayStation’’.
Vous pouvez utiliser avec cet appareil des
disques CD-ROM portant le logo
“PlayStation”, la désignation ainsi
que des CD audio.
Avant de faire fonctionner cet appareil, lisez
attentivement le présent mode d’emploi et
conservez-le pour toute référence ultérieure.
Manual de Instrucciones
Gracías por su compra del juego “PlayStation”.
Con este aparato podrá jugar con discos CD-
ROM que tengan el logotipo “PlayStation” y la
designación así como reproducir
discos compactos de audio.
Antes de poner a funcionar este aparato, por
favor lea este manual y consérvelo para
consultarlo en el futuro.
Connector section
RESET button
POWER button and
indicator
Disc cover
OPEN button
MEMORY CARD slots
Controller ports
L2 button, R2 button,
L1 button, R1 button
Directional buttons
¢ , ® , ✕ , π buttons
START button
ANALOG mode switch
SELECT button
Left stick, right stick,
L3 button, R3 button
Section des connecteurs
Bouton RESET
Bouton et indicateur
POWER (d’alimentation)
Couvercle du
compartiment à disque
Bouton OPEN
Fentes pour MEMORY
CARD (Carte Mémoire)
Ports de Manette
Touche L2, touche R2,
touche L1, touche R1
Touches directionnelles
Touches ¢ , ® , ✕ , π
Touche START
(de mise en marche)
Interrupteur de mode
ANALOG (analogique)
Touche SELECT
(de sélection)
Joystick gauche,
joystick droit,
touche L3, touche R3
Sección de conectores
Botón RESET (reinicio)
Botón e indicador
POWER (encendido)
Cubierta del disco
Botón OPEN (apertura)
Ranuras de
MEMORY CARD
(Tarjeta de Memoria)
Puertos del Mando
Botón L2, botón R2,
botón L1, botón R1
Botones de dirección
Botones ¢ , ® , ✕ , π
Botón START
(inicio)
Interruptor de modo
ANALOG (analógico)
Botón SELECT
(selección)
Stick izquierda,
stick derecha,
botón L3 ,botón R3

Sony PlayStation PlayStation Specifications

General

RAM	2 MB
Media	CD-ROM
Type	Home video game console
Generation	Fifth generation
Best-selling Game	Gran Turismo
Units Sold	102.49 million
Successor	PlayStation 2
CPU	MIPS R3000A
Storage	None (Memory Card for saves)
Resolution	640×480 pixels
Release Date	December 3, 1994 (Japan)
Manufacturer	Sony
Input/Output	Controller ports, AV Multi Out, Serial I/O, Parallel I/O
Controller	PlayStation Controller

Summary

Safety Warnings and Precautions (US)

Safety Warnings and Precautions (French)

Safety Warnings and Precautions (Spanish)

General Electrical and Hazard Warnings

Precautions against fire, shock, and eye hazards.

Health Warning: Epilepsy

Important Safeguards (US)

General Use and Safety Guidelines

Covers power, grounding, object entry, and attachments.

Installation and Placement Precautions

Advice on ventilation, water, and accessories.

Precautions (US)

General Safety and Operation Precautions

Rules for safe usage and environment.

Health and Vision Care

Precautions (Spanish)

Safety and Security Measures

General safety and handling advice.

Health and Vision Advice

Connecting to TV (US)

AV Input Connection Diagram

Visual guide for AV cable hookup.

Antenna Input Connection Diagram

Visual guide for RFU adaptor hookup.

Connecting to TV (Spanish)

AV Input Connection Details

Connecting via AV cable to TV.

VCR Connection Details

Antenna Input Connection Details

Connecting via RFU adaptor.

Playing a Game (US)

Playing a Game (French)

Playing a Game (Spanish)

Starting and Operating the Game

Steps to insert disc and begin play.

DUALSHOCK Controller Usage (US)

Mode Switching and LED Indicators

Explains mode changes and LED lights.

Controller Safety Guidelines

Important safety advice.

DUALSHOCK Controller Usage (French)

Mode Switching and LED Display

Explains mode changes and LED lights.

DUALSHOCK Controller Usage (Spanish)

Mode Switching and Indicator Light

Explains mode changes and LED lights.

Safety Precautions

Important safety advice.

Using the Memory Card (US)

Memory Card Usage (French)

Memory Card Usage (Spanish)

Memory Card Screen Overview

Describes the interface.

Copying Game Data

Steps to copy individual game data.

Troubleshooting (US)

Identifying Symptoms and Initial Checks

Common problems and initial checks.

Performing Connection and Setting Checks

Troubleshooting (Spanish)

Re-checking Unit and Connections

Identifying Symptoms

Common problems and initial checks.

Performing Checks

Diagnostic Procedures

Detailed steps for diagnosing issues.

Limited Warranty (US)

Limited Warranty (French)

Limited Warranty (Spanish)

Warranty Coverage and Duration

Details what's covered and for how long.

Warranty Exclusions

Items and conditions not covered.

Obtaining Warranty Service

Requirements for repair/replacement.

Legal Rights and Validity