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Operation (PlayStation(R)2)
- A disc cannot be played.
- The PlayStation(R)2 does not recognise the memory card. Data cannot be saved or copied to the memory card.
- Data saved on a memory card is corrupted.
- The PlayStation(R)2 does not function properly.
- The indicator flashes in red and the PlayStation(R)2 does not work.
- You forgot your password.
- The DVD does not function. Some DVD settings cannot be changed.
- Check the following items first;
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- Check that the PlayStation(R)2 is turned on. Press the PlayStation 2 POWER ON button on the remote to turn on the PlayStation(R)2 (the indicator on the front of the PlayStation(R)2 will turn green).
- Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) of the TV is fully inserted into the electrical outlet.
- Check that the cables are correctly and securely connected.
- A disc cannot be played.
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- Check that the disc is of a type that can be played on the PlayStation(R)2.
- Check that the disc is clean and in good condition. If the disc is dirty, wipe it gently with a soft cloth.
- Some PlayStation(R) format software may not perform properly. For more information, refer to the URL in the Operating Instructions (paper manual).
- If the disc has a label, place the disc in the PlayStation(R)2 with the label side facing up.
- If a DVD-R or DVD-RW disc is not finalised, it cannot be played.
- Copy-protected video from a digital broadcast recorded on Content Protection for Recordable Media (CPRM) compatible DVD-RW discs or on CPRM compatible DVD-R discs cannot be played.
- Check that the region code of the DVD is correct for the PlayStation(R)2 in use. Also check that the broadcast standard is correct.
- The parental control feature may be set on the disc. Follow the on-screen instructions and temporarily raise the parental control restriction level.
- The PlayStation(R)2 does not recognise the memory card. Data cannot be saved or copied to the memory card.
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- Check that the memory card is compatible with the software in use. To save or load PlayStation(R)2 format software, use a memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation(R)2) (SCPH-10020 E). To save or load PlayStation(R) format software, use a memory card (SCPH-1020 E).
- You cannot copy saved data from PlayStation(R)2 format software to a memory card (SCPH-1020 E).
- Check that the memory card is securely inserted into the memory card slot on the front of the PlayStation(R)2.
- There may be a problem with the memory card in use. If you have another memory card that is compatible with the PlayStation(R)2, try switching memory cards.
- Data saved on a memory card is corrupted.
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- While saving, loading, copying or deleting data, do not attempt any of the following. Doing so may cause the data to become corrupted.
- - Do not remove the memory card or the controller.
- - Do not open the disc cover.
- - Do not reset the PlayStation(R)2.
- - Do not turn off the PlayStation(R)2.
- The PlayStation(R)2 does not function properly.
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- Static electricity and other similar occurrences may affect the PlayStation(R)2 operation. Turn off the PlayStation(R)2 and the TV, and unplug the TV from the electrical outlet. Then plug in and turn it on.
- The indicator flashes in red and the PlayStation(R)2 does not work.
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- Do not use the PlayStation(R)2 until the flashing stops. Placing the TV in an extremely hot location or blocking vents of the PlayStation(R)2 raises the internal temperature of it, thereby interrupting proper operation.
- You forgot your password.
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- You can clear the password using the following procedure:
- 1: Insert a DVD without the parental control feature.
- 2: In the control panel of the PlayStation(R)2, select (Stop) to stop playback, and then select (Stop) again to clear resume play.
- 3: Select (Setup) > Custom Setup > Parental Control and then press the button on the controller.
- 4: Press the SELECT button on the controller, and then enter the number “7444“ on the screen that is displayed. The registered password is cleared, and the screen for registering a new password is displayed. Enter a new password.
- The DVD does not function. Some DVD settings cannot be changed.
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- The playback status or settings of some DVDs are preset intentionally by the manufacturer. Because the PlayStation(R)2 plays DVDs according to the settings on the disc, some functions may not be available even if you follow the procedures in this manual and the Operating Instructions (paper manual) supplied with this TV.
- Some settings cannot be changed during playback or resume play. In the control panel of the PlayStation(R)2, select (Stop) to stop playback, and then select (Stop) again to clear resume play.