Sony 97003 - 2 Game Console, Quick Reference

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or electrical shock.
• Unplug the AC power cord from the electrical outlet before cleaning or moving the
console, or when you do not intend to use the console for an extended period of
time. When disconnecting, grasp the power cord by the plug and pull straight out
of the electrical socket. Never pull by the cord and do not pull out at an angle.
• Do not connect the AC power cord to a voltage transformer or inverter.
When using software that supports the vibration function of
the analog controller (DUALSHOCK
®
2)
Do not use the vibration function if you have any ailment or injury to the bones, joints
or muscles of your hands or arms. In most cases, the vibration function can be set to
"Off" in the options menu of the software.
Network (except Local Area Networks)
• A broadband Internet connection is required to connect to a network.
• When you connect your PlayStation
®
2 console to a network, the Internet service
provider may charge additional usage fees. In some cases, usage charges may be
more than anticipated. For details, refer to the information provided in your service
contract or contact your Internet service provider.
• Parents are encouraged to monitor children in online gaming to ensure safe and
responsible Internet usage.
Connecting with an Ethernet cable
Do not connect Ethernet cables or telephone cords of the following types to the
network connector:
• Ethernet cables not appropriate for use with a 10Base-T/100Base-TX network
• Standard residential telephone lines
• Any ISDN (digital) compatible phone or data line
• PBX phone lines
• Other "unknown" types of telephone lines
Disc handling
• Do not touch the disc surface when handling a disc; hold it by the edges.
• Do not stick paper or tape onto discs and do not write on discs.
• Fingerprints, dust, dirt or scratches on the disc can distort the picture or reduce
sound quality. Always handle carefully and make sure discs are clean before use.
• Do not leave discs near a heat source, in direct sunlight or in high humidity.
• Store discs in their cases when not in use.
• Clean discs using a soft cloth, lightly wiping from the centre outwards.
Do not use solvents such as benzine, commercially available cleaners not intended
for CDs or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs.
• Do not use irregularly shaped discs (for example, heart- or star-shaped discs) or
damaged, reshaped or repaired discs.
Never disassemble the console or supplied accessories
Use the PlayStation
®
2 console and accessories according to the instructions in the
product documentation. No authorization for the analysis or modification of the
console, or the analysis and use of its circuit configurations, is provided. There are
no user serviceable components inside the PlayStation
®
2 console. Disassembling the
console will void the warranty. Additionally, there is a risk of exposure to laser
radiation as well as to electrical shock hazards.
When connecting the console to a plasma or projection * TV
Do not leave a still image on the TV screen for an extended period of time, as this
may leave a faint image permanently on the screen.
* Except LCD screen types
Note on safety when playing DVDs or CDs
If you set the volume too high, it may harm your hearing or damage the speakers.
Exercise care when setting the volume.
Moisture condensation
If the console or disc is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one, moisture
may condense on the lens inside the console or on the disc. Should this occur, the
console may not operate properly. In this case, remove the disc and turn off and
unplug the console. Do not put the disc back in until the moisture evaporates (this
may take several hours). If the console still does not operate properly, contact the
appropriate PlayStation
®
customer service helpline which can be found within every
PlayStation
®
and PlayStation
®
2 format software manual.
Cleaning
• For safety reasons, before cleaning the console or connected accessories, 1) turn
off the console, 2) disconnect the mains power plug for the console from the
electrical outlet, and 3) disconnect the Ethernet cable from the console.