1.Can I connect my PS3 hard drive to my PC?
2.Can I play VOB files on the PS3 without converting them?
3.Can I put wallpaper on the XMB? How?
4.Can I unlock trophies by copying over game save data?
5.Can I use my PlayStation 2 Memory Card with the PlayStation 3?
6.Can I use the PlayStation 3 with no hard drive installed?
7.Can I write to Blu-Ray discs using the PlayStation 3?
8.Can the PlayStation 3 play DivX/XviD files?
9.Can the PlayStation 3 play WMV files?
10.How can I add funds to my PlayStation Store account?
11.How can I backup/restore data on the PS3?
12.How can I copy files to and from the PlayStation 3?
13.How can I group games into folders?
14.How can I multi-task on the XMB?
15.How can I play my own music in-game?
16.How can I remote play via the Internet using my PSP?
17.How can I rip music from a CD using the PlayStation 3?
18.How can I turn off the Information Board?
19.How can I use a PS2 DualShock controller on the PS3?
20.How do I access the old PS Menu?
21.How do I access the PlayStation Store?
22.How do I activate Remote Start to use with Remote Play?
23.How do I backup my PlayStation 3 savedata?
24.How do I change my PlayStation Network Username?
25.How do I create a new user?
26.How do I edit my PlayStation Account information?
27.How do I install a new hard disk in my PlayStation 3?
28.How do I install another Operating System on the PS3?
29.How do I install or delete a XMB Theme?
30.How do I know if my SIXAXIS Controller is charged?
31.How do I remove a wallpaper from the XMB?
32.How do I set automatic login?
33.How do I unlock trophies?
34.How do I update the firmware on the PS3?
35.How do I upscale DVDs?
36.How do I use a Bluetooth device with the PlayStation 3?
37.How do I use my new controller on my PlayStation 3?
38.How does the XMB display content?
39.How many controllers does the PS3 support?
40.How much data can a Blu-Ray disc hold?
41.How much flash memory does the PlayStation 3 have?
42.I have a DualShock 3 controller. How do I turn on/off the vibration feature?
43.I have unlocked a trophy but cannot see it on my profile. Why?
44.Is it possible to brick the PlayStation 3?
45.Is the PlayStation 3 region-free?
46.What are 2D Trophies? How do they work?
47.What are the differences between the PS3 model numbers?
48.What are the main difference between the SIXAXIS and DualShock 3 controllers?
49.What audio files does the PS3 support?
50.What Blu-Ray region is my PlayStation 3?
51.What display settings does the PS3 support?
52.What files are shared between different users on the PS3?
53.What image file can the PS3 recognise?
54.What is Blu-ray?
55.What is DLNA?
56.What is Folding@Home?
57.What is PS3 Error 80010514 - An error occurred during the start operation?
58.What is Qore?
59.What is shared on the PlayStation 3 and what is private to a user?
60.What is the Cell Broadband Engine?
61.What is the difference between the 20GB, 40GB and 60GB PS3?
62.What is the Emotion Engine and Graphic Synthesizer?
63.What Parent Controls can I set on the PlayStation 3?
64.What PS1/PS2 games are compatible with my PlayStation 3?
65.What PS2 accessories can I use with the PS3?
66.What region Blu-Ray/DVD movies can my PlayStation 3 play?
67.What video files does the PS3 support?
68.What XMB features can I access in-game?
69.When installing games or demos, I get Error 80029564. What does this mean?
70.When was PlayStation 3 Launched?
71.Why is the controller called SIXAXIS?
1.Can I connect my PS3 hard drive to my PC?
Yes you can. However, the contents of the hard drive are encrypted using a code unique to your PlayStation 3. As a result, you will not be able to read any information from the hard drive. The otheros partition of the drive is not encrypted but will not be readable on a PC either. If you wish to backup your PS3 data, you must use the Backup Utility built into the PlayStation 3.
You can connect your PS3 Hard Drive to your PC using a 2.5" SATA to USB/Firewire caddy (pictured above), which cost between $8 to $20.
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2.Can I play VOB files on the PS3 without converting them?
Yes you can. Simply rename the file to MP4. It might show up at unsupported data on the PS3 Video Menu, however, when trying to play the file it should work fine. This work-around works for VOB files from any region, so you can use to play NTSC DVD's on your PAL PS3, for example.
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3.Can I put wallpaper on the XMB? How?
You can only put wallpaper on the XMB if you are using Firmware 1.90 or greater. You can put a photo as a wallpaper by finding the photo you want and pressing to bring up the onscreen menu. From the menu, select the "Use as Wallpaper" option. Before the photo is added as a wallpaper, you have the ability to zoom in or out of the photo.
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4.Can I unlock trophies by copying over game save data?
No. Your trophies are stored on your PlayStation Network account. Copying someone else's savedata will not unlock the trophies to your account, you will need to get them the hard way - by playing the game and achieving the requirements to unlock the trophy.
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5.Can I use my PlayStation 2 Memory Card with the PlayStation 3?
Yes you can, however, you will need to purchase a special adapter since you cannot directly connect the Memory Card to the PS3. The adapter lets you copy your PS1 and PS2 saved data to and from the PlayStation 3 system.
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6.Can I use the PlayStation 3 with no hard drive installed?
No. In order to use the PlayStation 3 console, a hard drive must be installed and formatted to the PS3 filesystem. This is the reason why all PS3 models contain hard drives. Using the system without a hard drive will cause an error on start up.
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7.Can I write to Blu-Ray discs using the PlayStation 3?
No. The PS3 has a read-only Blu-Ray drive so it can only read from a disc not write. A Blu-Ray Writer drive can be purchased separately for a PC for around the same price as a PlayStation 3.
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8.Can the PlayStation 3 play DivX/XviD files?
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The PlayStation 3 is able to play DivX and XviD encoded files using Firmware 2.10 or higher. The PlayStation 3 is a certified DivX product and supports the format natively, which means that developers can also included DivX encoded media into games. There are a few exceptions to note: the PS3 cannot play files that use DivX 3.11 or files that are larger than 2GB. In addition, copy-protected files cannot be played.
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9.Can the PlayStation 3 play WMV files?
As of PS3 Firmware 2.10, the PlayStation 3 supports the playback of VC-1 (WMV) encoded files. In order to play VC-1 content, WMV playback must be enabled by going to Settings > [System Settings] > [Enable WMA Playback]. Videos encoded using VC-1 larger than 2GB or with copy protection cannot be played on the PlayStation 3.
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10.How can I add funds to my PlayStation Store account?
Depending on what region you live in, there are several ways to add funds to your account. The easiest way to add funds is by using a credit card, however, if you do not have access to one; PlayStation Network Cards are available from certain retail stores in several different amounts.
To add funds, select [Account Management] from the [Friends] menu. On the following screen, select [Transaction Management] > [Manage Wallet] > [Add Funds], and then follow the on-screen instructions to complete the operation. You can also setup your account to automatically add funds to your account if the value falls below a certain value - this is useful if you have a subscription to services.
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11.How can I backup/restore data on the PS3?
The PS3 had a Backup/Restore utility that allows you to backup/restore various data on the PS3. It can be found under: Settings > System Settings > Backup Utility. The backup utility does not backup user settings and copy-protected material.
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12.How can I copy files to and from the PlayStation 3?
Files can be imported or exported using many digital storage formats. These include Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick Pro Duo, SD cards, Compact Flash, USB Flash Drives, and wireless connection. Simply insert the memory card/device and wait for the PlayStation 3 to detect the media. Select the item you would like to copy and press to bring up the option menu. If the item is not copy protected, you will be able to copy it to the external media.
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13.How can I group games into folders?
Browse to the game you wish to put into a folder and press to bring up the menu. Select "Information" and edit the "Group" property. The name you enter here will be the group. To add another game into the same folder, you must edit the group information of that game to match the folder name. There is no option to add multiple games into a folder, this must be done manually.
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Similarly, you can use the same technique to group photos, music and videos into folders. Grouping can only be done on firmware 2.00 or greater.
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14.How can I multi-task on the XMB?
The PS3 XMB only supports limited multi-tasking capabilities. You can:
listen to music while browsing photos
can listen to music while surfing the net
download from the PlayStation Store while surfing the net, listening to music, playing a video or browsing photos
You cannot:
do anything while playing a game
do anything while playing a video
To multi-task simply press the PS button and perform another action. For example, listening to music while surfing the Internet can be done by first playing a song. Then, press the PS button and open the Internet Browser. This works similarly for viewing photos while listening to music.
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15.How can I play my own music in-game?
Firmware 2.40 introduced in-game music playback to the PS3. However, it can only be used with compatible games. You can play your own music by pressing the PS button in game and selecting a track, album or playlist from the [Music] menu.
If the game does not support in-game music playback, you will see a error message
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16.How can I remote play via the Internet using my PSP?
In order to access your PlayStation 3 via the Internet, your PSP must have firmware 3.50 or higher installed and your PS3 must have firmware 1.81 or higher installed. Before you are able to connect, your PS3 must be set on Remote Play mode and your PSP must be registered with your PS3.
To connect, simply go to [Remote Play] under [Network] on the PSP, select "Connect via Internet" and connect to a Wi-Fi hotspot with Internet access. You must sign into the PlayStation 3 using your PSN email address and password. If you have signed in correctly, you should see the PS3 XMB on your PSP screen.
For a detailed step-by-step guide on setting up Remote Play, see the Remote Play Guide.
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17.How can I rip music from a CD using the PlayStation 3?
Insert an audio CD into the PS3 and go to the [Music] icon on the XMB. The PS3 should automatically connect to the Internet to obtain track information. Under the [Music] menu, you will see a CD icon. Before ripping a CD, you can modify the quality of the music from the [Settings] menu. Press to access the menu and select Import. It should take a few minutes to rip the music onto the PS3 hard drive.
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18.How can I turn off the Information Board?
The Information Board is available on firmware 2.00 or higher. To turn it off, go to [Network] > [Information Board] and press . Select [Do Not Display] to hide the information board. To re-enable it, simply press on the [Information Board] icon.
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19.How can I use a PS2 DualShock controller on the PS3?
If you have a DualShock2 controller lying around, you can use it with the PS3 using a PS2 to PC USB converter. Most PS3 games work fine with the DualShock although the missing "PS" button could cause a few problems.
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20.How do I access the old PS Menu?
If you are using Firmware 2.40 or greater, pressing the PS button will bring up the in-game XMB (if you are in-game) or the old style menu if you are not. If you are in-game, you can bring up the old style menu by holding down the PS Button. The old style menu only allows you to do a limited number of things:
turn off console
turn off controller
reassign controllers (in-game only)
vibration settings (in-game only)
game upscaling and smoothing options (PS/PS2 games only)
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21.How do I access the PlayStation Store?
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The PlayStation Network Store can be accessed via the bag icon. If you do not see the icon, you must first sign up to the PlayStation Network by clicking on the [Sign up for PLAYSTATION Network] icon under the [PlayStation Network] icon. Once you are registered, the PlayStation Store can be accessed under the [PlayStation Network] menu.
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22.How do I activate Remote Start to use with Remote Play?
Remote Start can only be used with PS3 firmware 2.00 or higher, and PSP firmware 3.72 or higher. Remote Start will only work if the following steps have been performed:
Update the PSP system software to version 3.72 or later.
Complete the network settings on the PS3 system so that it can connect to the Internet.
Set to log in automatically under [Users] on the PS3 system.
Create a PLAYSTATION Network account.
Set to sign in automatically to PLAYSTATION Network.
You can activate Remote Start by going to [Settings] > [Remote Play Settings] > [Remote Start]. Remote Start will keep your network connection alive, even when the system is in standby mode. Having Remote Start activated consumes more power than normal stand-by mode.
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23.How do I backup my PlayStation 3 savedata?
To backup your PS3 savedata to an external device, go to Game > [Saved Data] and press to bring up the menu. From the menu, select [Copy] and choose the destination. Data can be imported back to the PlayStation 3 if needed. It is recommended that you backup any important data.
Please note that not all savedata can be backed up. Depending on the model if your PlayStation 3, you may need a USB Memory Card adapter to copy data to memory cards.
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24.How do I change my PlayStation Network Username?
You cannot officially change your PSN username. You can, however, delete your User on the PS3, create a new user and register with the PlayStation Network using a different name. Any save data on the old PS3 username will be deleted when you delete the account.
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25.How do I create a new user?
Go to "Users" on the far left of the XMB and select "Create New User". The new user name can be up to 16 characters.
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26.How do I edit my PlayStation Account information?
To edit your personal information, select [Account Management] from the [Friends] menu on the XMB. Only a limited amount of information can be modified. You are unable to change your PlayStation Network ID. However, you are allowed to modify the following:
Billing Information
Sign-In ID (E-mail Address)
Name, address or password of the registered user.
Manage Sub Accounts
Online Profile
Activate System
Update Notification Preferences
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27.How do I install a new hard disk in my PlayStation 3?
The PlayStation 3 has a hard disk slot on the left end of the PS3 (bottom side if you stand it up vertical). Upgrading the hard drive is simple and only takes a few minutes. Follow the instructions below to remove and install a new hard drive:
Remove the plastic cover to see the hard disk enclosure. The slot is marked with a label.
Use a screwdriver to remove the blue screw.
Flip the metal lever and pull the hard drive to the right. It should pop straight out. Now pull the tray towards you to remove it from the PS3.
Once the tray is out, you can remove the four screws around the tray keeping the original hard drive in place.
Remove the original hard drive from the casing and replace it with the new one.
Replace the four screws you removed earlier to lock the new hard drive in place.
Place the tray into the PS3's hard drive enclosure and slide the tray to the left to lock it in place. Place the lever down to prevent the drive from moving.
Replace the blue screw and pop the plastic cover back on.
When you turn on the PS3, you will be prompted to format the new drive. Once this is done, you are free to restore any backed up data.
Warning: Before you attempt to change your hard drive, it is viral that you backup your current contents to a removal hard disk. Once you have installed a new drive, the data in the old drive will not be readable. Please see the Backup/Restore FAQ for more details. Once you have installed a new drive, you can simply restore the old data to the new one.
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28.How do I install another Operating System on the PS3?
The PlayStation 3 is able to run another operating system in addition to the XMB. To install the bootloader for another OS, you must obtain the "otheros" installer and install it via the Settings menu: Settings > System Settings > Install OtherOS.
Warning: Only attempt this if you know what you are doing. Only a limited number of operating systems will work on the PS3: Fedora Core Linux (5, 6 and 7) and Yellow Dog Linux 5 are just two examples.
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29.How do I install or delete a XMB Theme?
You can only install an XMB theme if you are using firmware 2.00 or greater. The .p3t files, must be stored in the "PS3/THEME" director of a memory card or external hard drive. To install the themes, go to [Settings] > [Theme Settings] > [Themes] and click install. Select the device on which the themes are stored and select the theme you wish to install.
Click on an installed theme to set the theme, delete the theme or view information about the theme.
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30.How do I know if my SIXAXIS Controller is charged?
When charging a controller, the Red LED on the Controller will flash. Once charging is complete the LED will become solid.
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31.How do I remove a wallpaper from the XMB?
To remove your custom wallpaper and return to the default XMB background, simply go to Settings > [Theme Settings] > [Wallpaper] and select [Original]. This option will remove your custom wallpaper. If you would like to replace your wallpaper, rather than remove, simply find a photo you want as your wallpaper and press to bring the on-screen menu. From the menu, select [Set as Wallpaper].
If you like to restore your original wallpaper, you can simply select [Wallpaper] from the [Theme Settings] menu and your previously stored wallpaper will be used. There is no way to delete the wallpaper from the system, you can only replace it or choose not to use it.
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32.How do I set automatic login?
If there are multiple users, you can set the user you want to automatically log in as when the system is started. To set automatic login, go to [Users] and select the icon of the user you want to enable automatic login for. Press the button, and then select [Automatic Login].
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33.How do I unlock trophies?
In order to unlock trophies, you must own a game that supports the trophy feature. Currently only a few games support trophies but support is expected to expand as existing games get patched. The current titles that support trophies include (but not limited to):
PixelJunk Eden
Super Stardust HD (v4.0)
Buzz! Quiz TV
Uncharted: Drake's Fortune
Warhawk (v1.5)
PAIN
Novastrike
Battlefield: Bad Company
In order to unlock a trophy, you must complete a task within the game. You can see what the requirements for unlocking a trophy are by checking the [Trophy Collection] menu under the [Game] menu on the XMB. For example, to earn a gold trophy in Super Stardust HD you must get a 10x Mul*ti*plier.
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34.How do I update the firmware on the PS3?
You can update the firmware/system software in two main ways: using Wired/Wireless Internet or using an external storage media. If you have internet configured, the PS3 can download and install the update for you. If the PS3 is not connected to the internet, a USB device can be used to install the update.
If you use a USB device, the "PS3UPDAT.PUP" file should be stored in the folder "/PS3/UPDATE", i.e. there should be a folder called "PS3" on the root of the device. Within the PS3 folder, there should be another folder called "UPDATE" which should contain the "PS3UPDAT.PUP" file.
Warning: Do not switch off your PS3 or remove the external storage media during an update. Doing so may damage the system software, rendering your PS3 useless.
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35.How do I upscale DVDs?
You can activate the option to upscale DVD's from the [Settings] menu. Go to [Settings] > [BD/DVD Settings] > [DVD Upscaler]. Depending on your HDTV, you have four different upscaling options:
Off (turns off DVD upscaling)
Double Scale (this can only be used if your PS3 video output settings is set to 1080i or 1080p)
Normal
Full Screen
DVD Upscaling can only be used on firmware 1.80 or higher, and if you are using a HDMI cable to output the display to a HDTV.
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36.How do I use a Bluetooth device with the PlayStation 3?
Before you can use a Bluetooth device with the PS3, you must first register the device with the system. You can do this by going to Settings > [Accessory Settings] > [Register Bluetooth Device] and select the device you want to add. Simply follow the on-screen instructions to add the device to the system. Currently, the PS3 can only handle the following Bluetooth devices:
Headset
Sony Blu-Ray remote control
Keyboard/Mouse
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37.How do I use my new controller on my PlayStation 3?
When you buy a new controller, you need to associate (or "pair it") it with you PlayStation 3 before you can use it to play games. To do this, turn on your PlayStation 3 and attach the USB cable between the console and the controller. Pressing the PS button will pair the controller with the PS3. You can test the pairing by trying to navigate the XMB.
If this process does not work, you can use a paper clip to press the reset button on the back of the controller (it's located near the upper-right side of the label). Also, make sure the controller has been charged.
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38.How does the XMB display content?
Each option on the XMB (Photos, Music, Videos) can only display files located on a specific folder of a storage media (HDD, USB Flash Disk, Memory Card etc). If you are using a external data store, you must create the following folders on the root of the drive:
PICTURE - for image files
MUSIC - for audio files
VIDEO - for video files
The format utility (found under Settings > System Settings > Format Utility) can create the necessary files on the external storage media, but will erase any existing data.
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39.How many controllers does the PS3 support?
The PS3 can support up to 7 controllers simultaneously connected to the PS3. That means up to 7 players can play on a single system. For 5 to 7 players, the controller ID can be calculated by adding the LEDs, so player 5 will be 1 + 4:
Similarly, for player 6 LEDs 2 and 4 will be switched on.
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40.How much data can a Blu-Ray disc hold?
A single-layer Blu-Ray disc can hold up to 25GB of information while a dual-layer Blu-Ray disc can hold up to 50GB of information.
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41.How much flash memory does the PlayStation 3 have?
The PlayStation 3 has two 128MB flash chips, totalling 256MB.
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42.I have a DualShock 3 controller. How do I turn on/off the vibration feature?
You can only turn on/off the vibration feature if you are using a DualShock 3 controller. Not all games have DualShock 3 compatibility so and therefore turning on/off the vibration feature will have no effect. Changing the setting on one controller will affect the vibration settings for all controlls that support vibration feedback.
To turn on/off the vibration feature, press the PS button and select [Controller Settings]. Then, select [Vibration Function] and select "On"/"Off" to turn on/off to change the vibration settings.
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43.I have unlocked a trophy but cannot see it on my profile. Why?
Trophy information needed to by synchronized with the PlayStation Network Servers. After you unlock a trophy, the data must be synchronized with the servers in order for them to appear on your profile. You can manually synchronize new trophy information by going to [Game] > [Trophies] and waiting for the progress bar to disappear (the progress bar will only appear if there is new informaiton to sync).
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44.Is it possible to brick the PlayStation 3?
Yes. Although you cannot run unsigned code currently, the PlayStation 3 can still be bricked. The most common method of bricking a PS3 is switching off the console or removing external media containing firmware information during a firmware update. This can easily be avoided by taking care when updating the console. If unsigned code can be executed on the PS3, it could lead to viruses like the ones seen on the PSP.
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45.Is the PlayStation 3 region-free?
Yes. A PS3 game from any region will work on your PlayStation 3 console. So you can but an American game while on holiday and it will work with your PAL console. PS1 and PS2 games, however, are still region-encoded. So foreign titles will not work on the PlayStation 3. Blu-Ray movies also have region-encoding, so you can only purchase movies from within your region.
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46.What are 2D Trophies? How do they work?
Trophies are a form of unlockable available in compatible games. The feature was introduces in Firmware 2.40. You can unlock trophies by completing a certain goal in a game. The number of trophies in a game depend on how big the game is: small or big. There are four types of trophies you can collect:
bronze
silver
gold
platinum
The platinum trophy can only be obtained once you collect every other trophy in the game. The trophies equal to points, which determines your level on your PlayStation Network Profile. So, the more trophies you have unlocked, the highter your level. You can view your own trophies by going to [Game] > [Trophy Collection]. You can also view a friend's trophies by clicking on their name from the [Friends] menu.
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47.What are the differences between the PS3 model numbers?
The tables below summarize the differences between the different PS3 models numbers. The model numbers are divided into two seperate tables, showing the prefix and suffix of the model numbers.
Model Number Prefix:
Model PS2
Compatibility
Super-Audio
CD Wi-Fi Cell Max
Watts Display USB
Ports Card
Readers Hard
Drive Chrome
Trim
CECHA Hardware Yes Yes 90nm 200 NTSC 4 Yes 60GB Yes
CECHB Hardware Yes No 90nm 200 NTSC 4 No 20GB No
CECHC Software
Yes Yes 90nm 200 PAL 4 Yes 60GB Yes
CECHD Software Yes No 90nm 200 PAL 4 No 20GB No
CECHE Software Yes Yes 90nm 200 NTSC 4 Yes 80GB Yes
CECHF Software Yes Yes 90nm 200 PAL 4 Yes 80GB Yes
CECHG No No Yes 65nm 140 NTSC/PAL 2 No 40GB Yes
CECHH No No Yes 65nm 140 NTSC 2 No 40GB Yes
The models with Software PS2 compatibility still contain the GS chip, but no EE chip - the EE is emulated through software. The models with no PS2 Compatibility have neither of the EE/GS chips.
Model Number Suffix:
Code Region Blu-Ray Region DVD Region PS2 Region PSOne Region
00 Japan A 2 NTSC NTSC-J NTSC-J
01 North America A 1 NTSC NTSC-U/C NTSC-US
02 Australia / New Zealand B 4 NTSC/PAL PAL PAL
03 U.K. / Ireland B 2 NTSC/PAL PAL PAL
04 Europe / Middle East / Africa B 2 NTSC/PAL PAL PAL
05 South Korea A 3 NTSC NTSC-J NTSC-J
06 Singapore A 3 NTSC NTSC-J NTSC-J
07 Taiwan A 3 NTSC NTSC-J NTSC-J
08 Russia / India C 5 NTSC/PAL PAL PAL
09 China C 6 NTSC/PAL NTSC-C NTSC-J
10 ? ? ? ? ?
11 Mexico A 4 NTSC NTSC-U/C NTSC-US
12 Hong Kong A 3 NTSC/PAL NTSC-J NTSC-J
The two tables together make up the complete PlayStation 3 table number. For example, a UK 60GB PS3 will have the code: CECHC03.
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48.What are the main difference between the SIXAXIS and DualShock 3 controllers?
The SIXAXIS and DualShock 3 are very similar, however, the DualShock 3 also features force feedback (or rumble). The DualShock 3 controller is motion sensitive just like the SIXAXIS. Both controllers look and feel exactly the same, and both are wireless.
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49.What audio files does the PS3 support?
The PS3 supports the following audio files:
ATRAC
MP3
MP4
WAVE
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50.What Blu-Ray region is my PlayStation 3?
Depending on where you live, your PS3 Blu-Ray drive will be locked. Only movies from the same region, or those coded with no region settings will playback on the console. See the list below.
Japan PS3 - Blu-ray Region A
Hong Kong - Blu-ray Region A
Taiwan PS3 - Blu-ray Region A
Singapore PS3- Blu-ray Region A
United States PS3 - Blu-ray Region A
European PS3 - Blu-ray Region B
Australia PS3 - Blu-ray Region B
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51.What display settings does the PS3 support?
See the table below for supported display settings: Input Connector NTSC Video Mode PAL Video Mode
HDMI 1080p/1080i/720p/480p 1080p/1080i/720p/576p
Component or D-Terminal 1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i 1080p/1080i/720p/576p/576i
Composite or S-Video 480i 576i
AV Multi or SCART 480p/480i 576p/576i
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52.What files are shared between different users on the PS3?
The PS3 keeps some of your files within your user profile and shared others. See below for a summary of what is personal and what is shared:
Shared
PS1 and PS2 Game saves
Videos
Music
Photos
Private
PS3 Game saves
Sent/Received messages
Browser bookmarks
Predictive text
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53.What image file can the PS3 recognise?
The PS3 can recognise the following image formats:
JPEG
TIFF
BMP
GIF
PNG
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54.What is Blu-ray?
Blu-ray Disc (BD) is a next generation optical disc format designed for high-definition content. The name Blu-ray is derived from the blue-violet laser used to read and write to the disc.
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55.What is DLNA?
DLNA or the Digital Living Network Alliance lets you watch media stored on your PC on your PlayStation 3, which can subsequently be watched on your PSP using Remote Play. DLNA links your PC, PS3 and PSP together letting you access your media anywhere at anytime. Of course, an Internet connection is required if you wish to access your content on the go.
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56.What is Folding@Home?
Folding@home is a feature under Network on the PS3 Home Menu. It is a distributed computing project that is run by Stanford University. The goal of the project is to research protein folding mechanisms in the hope that this will lead to medical treatments for related diseases. You can help out by allowing Stanford University to use your PS3 when is it idle. The power of the PS3 means you contribute a significant amount of CPU time to the project. More information can be found at
Folding@home - Main.
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57.What is PS3 Error 80010514 - An error occurred during the start operation?
Some PlayStation 3 consoles suffer from Error code 80010514 "An error occurred during the start operation" if (a) the hard drive has corrupt sectors or (b) the firmware was incorrectly installed (which could be related to (a)). The problem is a software related fault that prevents some games, if not all, from running. DVDs and Blu-Ray discs are unaffected by this problem. There is no actual fix for this problem other than installing a newer firmware update. There are some tips to prevent the problem:
Ensure you have a stable Internet connection. If you are using a Wireless connection, ensure your signal strength is > 80%. Downloading firmware can get corrupted if the Internet connection is unstable, although an integrity check is done before installation.
Keep your PS3 clean. Use a dry, lint-free cloth to wipe your PS3 down and hover the vents to remove any dust. This will prevent overheating and keep your PS3 running for longer.
When installing firmware or software, ensure you follow the instructions. Taking a few extra minutes to read the instructions could save you a lot of trouble in the future. Even if you have done the same process several times, double check the instructions as they may change without warning.
If you continue to experience this error, you should contact Sony and arrange for a replacement. Sony is usually quite fast in replacing broken or damaged consoles.
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58.What is Qore?
Qore is the new interactive PlayStation 3 "magazine" presented by the PlayStation Network, which brings gamers news, trailers, never-before released content on upcoming titles and access to betas and exclusive downloads. Qore is available to purchase from the US PlayStation Store for $2.99 per issue or get an annual subscription $24.99, giving you access to 13 issues. Don't know if Qore is right for you, check out our preview of Qore.
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59.What is shared on the PlayStation 3 and what is private to a user?
The PlayStation 3 uses a login system to separate the files for different users, however, not all the files are private. Some things are available to all users who log onto the PS3, see below for information on what is shared and what is private to each user:
Shared Content
Gamesave data for PS1 and PS2 titles
Photos
Music
Videos
Private to each user
Savedata for PS3 titles
Buddy list
Sent and received messages
Browser bookmarks
Predictive text
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60.What is the Cell Broadband Engine?
The Cell Broadband Engine is the name of the CPU that powers the PlayStation 3. PS3's CPU runs at 3.2 GHz and was developed jointly by Sony, Toshiba and IBM ("STI"). It has a PowerPC-based "Power Processing Element" (PPE) and six accessible 3.2 GHz Synergistic Processing Elements (SPEs). A seventh runs in a special mode and is dedicated to aspects of the OS and security, and an eighth is disabled to improve production yields.
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61.What is the difference between the 20GB, 40GB and 60GB PS3?
The 60GB PS3 is the "premium" option and includes several extras that cannot be found on the 40GB or 20GB version, these are:
60GB HDD instead of 20GB HDD
Built-in Wi-Fi
Built-in Card Reader
Chrome trim
With the 40GB model, there are two fewer USB ports and no PS2 backwards compatibility. The table below summarizes the main similarities and differences between the three different models.
60GB 40GB 20GB
CPU Cell Processor
GPU Nvidia RSX
System Memory 256MB XDR
Graphics Memory 256MB GDDR3
Hard Disk 2.5" SATA 60GB 2.5" SATA 40GB 2.5" SATA 20GB
Optical Drive Blu-ray
USB 2.0 4 ports 2 ports 4 ports
Flash Memory Slots Memory Stick
SD,
Compact Flash
None None
Ethernet Port Yes Yes Yes
Wi-Fi Yes Yes No
Bluetooth 2.0 EDR Yes
Bluetooth Controllers Yes
Resolutions 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p,
720p, 1080i, 1080p
HDMI Port Yes
Digital Optical Out Yes
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62.What is the Emotion Engine and Graphic Synthesizer?
*The Emotion Engine (EE) is the PlayStation 2 CPU, and the Graphics Synthesizer (GS) is the PS2 graphics chip. Both were included in early PS3 models to achieve backwards compatibility. In later models (CECHC/CECHD/CECHE/CECHF), the EE chip was removed and the PS3 now uses software to achieve backwards compatibility. Naturally, the physical hardware has better backwards compatibility, however, Sony regularly updates the PS2 emulator software via firmware updates.
In the current models (CECHG/CECHH), the GS chip has been removed and so there is no backwards compatibility, since the job of the GS cannot be simulated using software. Eventually, Sony may figure a way out to simulate the GS to bring PS2 compatibility to the current models.*
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63.What Parent Controls can I set on the PlayStation 3?
The PlayStation 3 has various Parent Control options. You can adjust parent settings for Blu-Ray Disc playback, DVD playback, games, and the [Internet Browser]. Access to these controls requires the use of a 4-digit PIN code (default is 0000). If you have forgotten your PIN, you must perform a System Restore to revert the PIN back to default settings.
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64.What PS1/PS2 games are compatible with my PlayStation 3?
Depending on your PlayStation 3 model, you will either have some compatibility or no compatibility. The earlier US and Japanese PS3 models have specific hardware for backwards compatibility which is no longer present in European and earlier PS3 models. To see what compatibility you have, check the following FAQ.
You can see which games are compatible with your console by checking the US Compatibility list and European compatibility list.
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65.What PS2 accessories can I use with the PS3?
The PS3 supports many of the PS2 accessories. The SOCOM headset and PS2 EyeToy can be configured via the Settings > Accessory Settings menu. You can even hook-up a USB/Wireless Keyboard and Mouse.
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66.What region Blu-Ray/DVD movies can my PlayStation 3 play?
Depending on your PS3 model your console will be able to play Blu-Ray and DVD movies that are not locked, or those that are the same region code as your console. To see which region your PS3 corresponds to, please refer to the PS3 Model Number FAQ.
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67.What video files does the PS3 support?
The PS3 can recognise the following video files:
Memory Stick Video Format
MPEG-4 SP (AAC LC)
H.264/MPEG-4 AVC Main Profile (AAC LC)
MP4 file format
H.264/MPEG-4 AVC High Profile (AAC LC)
MPEG-1 (MPEG Audio Layer 2)
MPEG-2 PS (MPEG2 Audio Layer 2, AAC LC, AC3(Dolby Digital), LPCM)
MPEG-2 TS (MPEG2 Audio Layer 2)
AVI
Motion JPEG (Linear PCM)
Motion JPEG (μ-Law)
AVCHD (.m2ts / .mts)
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68.What XMB features can I access in-game?
In Firmware 2.40, in-game XMB access was introduced. The features you can access in-game include:
[Users]
Turn off System
[Settings]
[Accessory Settings]
Reassign Controllers
Controller Vibration Function
Manage Bluetooth devices
Audio Device Settings
Voice Changer
[Photos]
View Photo Information
Delete Photos
[Music]
Play music (if supported by game)
Delete Music
View Music Information
[Game]
Trophy Collection
Quit Game
Start another game (quits current game)
View Game Information
[Network]
View Active Download
[Friends]
Block List
Add a Friend
Players Met
View/Send/Delete/Protect Messages
View Profile
Compare Trophies
Delete Friends
Block Users
View Message Information
Accept Friend Requests
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69.When installing games or demos, I get Error 80029564. What does this mean?
Sometimes, an Error 80029564 "An error occurred during the install operation" occurs during the installation of a game. This is because the game might not have been downloaded properly. The error is common when the PlayStation Network is experiencing a high load of traffic or if your Internet connection is poor. To solve the issue, here are a few basic tips:
Download the game again and try to install it.
If the error still occurs, try and download the game over night, when the Internet traffic is low.
Avoid downloading games when they first appear on the PlayStation Store. New games usually attract many users, slowing down the servers.
Please note that it may take several download attempts to resolve the issue. If the error occurs more that once, it is advised to wait a few hours before trying again.
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70.When was PlayStation 3 Launched?
The PlayStation 3 was launched in Japan (20GB and 60GB) on November 11th 2006, which was followed by the North American (20GB and 60GB) release on November 17th 2006. PlayStation 3 was released in Europe (60GB only) on March 23rd after a production delay.
The 80GB PlayStation 3 model was launched exclusive to North America on August 6th 2007.
The 40GB PlayStation 3 model was launched in Europe on October 10th 2007, followed by the Australian/NZ launch on October 11th 2007. The 40GB model was launched in North America on November 2nd 2007, and in Japan on November 11th 2007.
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71.Why is the controller called SIXAXIS?
The PlayStation 3 controller is called the SIXAXIS because it can sense six types of movements:
Roll
Pitch
Yaw
X-Axis
Y-Axis
Z-Axis
