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PlayStation Portable (PSP)
A Basic Hardware FAQ Written by cvxfreak
E-mail: FireEmblemPride[at]gmail[dot]com
Copyright 2004-2006 by cvxfreak
Version Final
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Pre-FAQ Notices:
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***This document is copyright 2004-2007 by cvxfreak. Sony Computer
Entertainment owns the rights to the PlayStation Portable. I do NOT own
the rights to the PlayStation Portable. I do not own the rights to any
thing else mentioned in this FAQ that carries a copyright by its
respective corporation, such as games, movies and music.***
***Furthermore, only the websites mentioned below will be able to host
this FAQ in the foreseeable future. Please do not ask. If you ask, your
e-mail will be disregarded. These websites are: www.game-science.com,
www.gamefaqs.com, faqs.ign.com, www.neoseeker.com, www.gamespot.com.***
***This FAQ would not have been possible if it weren't for the
assistance of many folks on GameFAQs and Gaming-Age. See Special Thanks
for more details.***
***The PSP Message Board on GameFAQs is an excellent source of
questions that you may need answered immediately. Always check there
for information you may not have found in this FAQ.***
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Table of Contents
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1. The PlayStation Portable
2. The System
A. Price and Bundles
B. Accessories
C. Basic Pack vs. Value Pack (Japan)
D. Battery Life
E. System Settings, Etc.
F. Version 2.60 (Japan)
3. PSP Music
4. PSP Photos
5. PSP Movies
6. Launch Game Titles
7. Frequently Asked Questions
8. Special Thanks
9. Conclusion + Updates
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1. The PlayStation Portable
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After enjoying ten years of massive success in the home console market
with the PlayStation and PlayStation 2, Sony Computer Entertainment has
moved into the portable game market to expand its market and potential
for your entertainment dollars. Dominated by Nintendo's Game Boy and
Game Boy Advance and now the Nintendo DS for nearly two decades, the
PSP may not have become the handheld leader, but it's still a great
handheld with good games. But this FAQ isn't about the handheld war
between Nintendo and Sony; this is about the PlayStation Portable
itself.
Sony announced the PlayStation Portable, more commonly known as the PSP
at the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) 2003. Little became known of
the system until much later, in 2004. And now, the system has launched
in both Japan (December 2004) and North America (March 2005), and then
finally in PAL territories in September 2005. Thanks to the right
connections, I secured a Japanese unit when it first came out
and am now writing this FAQ to help those who are having a tough time
figuring out how the complicated thing works. Compared to previous
handhelds, the PSP *is* quite complicated, but it doesn't have to be.
Here are the official, unanalyzed specs of the PSP courtesy of Amir0x
on Gaming-Age:
-----
PSP CPU Core
------------
PSP CPU (System clock frequency 1~333MHz)
32MB Main Memory
4MD Embedded DRAM
Media
-----
UMD Drive (Playback only)
Region Code
Parental Control
Format
------
PSP Game
UMD Audio
UMD Video
Input/Output
------------
IEEE 802.11b (Wi-Fi)
USB 2.0 (Target)
Memory Stick PRO Duo
IrDA
IR Remote (SIRCS)
5V DC OUT
Terminals for charging built-in battery
Headphone/Microphone/Control connector
--------
Control:
--------
- Directional buttons (Up/Down/Right/Left)
- Analog pad
- Enter keys (Triangle, Circle, Cross, Square)
- Left, Right keys (shoulder buttons)
- START, SELECT, HOME
- POWER On/Hold/Off switch
- Brightness control, Sound Mode, Volume +/-
- Wireless LAN On/Off switch
- UMD Eject
------------
Size Details
------------
Dimensions: Approxately 170mm (L) x 74mm (W) x 23mm (D)
Weight: Approximately 260g (including battery)
--------------------
Other Specifications
--------------------
Screen: 4.3 inch, 16:9 widescreen TFT LCD
- 480 x 272 pixel (16.77 million colors)
- Max. 200 cd/m2 (with brightness control)
Built-in stereo speakers
Built-in lithium-ion battery
AC adaptor
128 bit AES encryption
Individual ID for each PSP hardware unit
----------------
TECHNICAL SPECS:
----------------
PSP CPU CORE
------------
MIPS R4000 32bit Core
128bit Bus
1 - 333MHz @ 1.2V
Main Memory :8MB(eDRAM) (**Changed to 32MB, 4MB embedded in May 2004)
Bus Bandwidth :2.6GB/sec
I-Cache, D-Cache
FPU, VFPU (Vector Unit) @ 2.6GFlops
3D-CG Extended Instructions
PSP Media Engine
----------------
MIPS R4000 32bit Core
128bit Bus
1 - 333MHz @ 1.2V
Sub Memory:2MB(eDRAM) @ 2.6GB/sec
I-Cache, D-Cache
90nm CMOS
PSP Graphics Core 1
-------------------
3D Curved Surface + 3D Polygon
Compressed Texture
Hardware Clipping, Morphing, Bone(8)
Hardware Tessellator
Bezier, B-Spline(NURBS)
ex 4x4, 16x16, 64x64 sub-division
PSP Graphics Core 2
-------------------
'Rendering Engine' + 'Surface Engine'
256bit Bus, 1-166 MHz @ 1.2V (**Changed to 512bit Bus in final version)
VRAM :2MB(eDRAM)
Bus Bandwidth :5.3GB/sec
Pixel Fill Rate :664 M pixels/sec
max 33 M polygon /sec(T&L)
24bit Full Color:RGBA
PSP Sound Core: VME
-------------------
Reconfigurable DSPs
128bit Bus
166MHz @1.2V
5 Giga Operations /sec
CODEC
3D Sound, Multi-Channel
Synthesizer, Effecter, etc
UMD(Universal Media Disc)
-------------------------
60mm
Laser Diode:660nm
Dual Layer :1.8GB
Transfer Rate:11Mbps
Shock Proof
Secure ROM by AES
Unique Disc ID
AVC Decoder
-----------
AVC(H.264) Decoder
Main Profile
Baseline Profile
@Level1,Level2,Level3
2Hours(High Quality) - DVD movie
4Hours(Standard Quality) - CS Digital
I/O
----
USB 2.0
Memory Stick
Extension Port(reserved)
Stereo Head phone Out
Communication
-------------
Wireless LAN (i802.11)
IrDA
USB 2.0
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2. The System
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====================
A. Price and Bundles
====================
~~~~~~~~~~~~~
North America
~~~~~~~~~~~~~
As of now, only the PSP Core Pack and the Entertainment Pack are
available in North America; the Value and Giga Packs were discontinued.
-----------------------
---> PSP Core Pack <---
-----------------------
Official Pre-Tax Price: $169.99 USD
Items Included:
---------------
PSP Hardware
PSP Battery Pack
PSP AC Adapter
--------------------------------
---> PSP Entertainment Pack <---
--------------------------------
Official Pre-Tax Price: $219.99 USD
Items Included:
---------------
PSP Hardware
PSP Battery Pack
PSP AC Adapter
1GB Memory Stick Pro Duo
ATV Off Road Fury: Blazin' Tails
UMD Lords of Dogtown
DISCONTINUED BUNDLES:
------------------------
---> PSP Value Pack <---
------------------------
Official Pre-Tax Price: $249.99 USD
Items Included:
---------------
PSP Hardware
PSP Battery Pack
PSP AC Adapter
32MB Memory Stick Pro Duo
PSP Earphones/Earphones Remote
PSP Protective Case w/ Handstrap
PSP Cleaning Cloth
Spiderman 2 UMD Movie (first 1 Million Systems)
-----------------------
---> PSP Giga Pack <---
-----------------------
Official Pre-Tax Price: $299.99 USD
Items Included: PSP Hardware
PSP Battery Pack
PSP AC Adapter
1GB Memory Stick Pro Duo
PSP Earphones/Earphones Remote
PSP Protective Case w/ Handstrap
PSP Stand
PSP USB Connection Cable
------------------------------
---> Wayne Gretzky Bundle <---
------------------------------
Official Pre-Tax Price: $349.99 CDN
Items Included:
---------------
PSP Hardware
PSP Battery Pack
PSP AC Adapter
32MB Memory Stick Pro Duo
PSP Earphones/Earphones Remote
PSP Protective Case w/ Handstrap
PSP Cleaning Cloth
Spiderman 2 UMD Movie (first 1 Million Systems)
Gretzky NHL PSP Software
~~~~~
Japan
~~~~~
Japan has received several bundles of the PSP.
------------------------
---> PSP Basic Pack <---
------------------------
Colors: Black, Metallic Blue, Pink, Silver
Champagne Gold, Ceramic White
Official Post-Tax Price: 20,790 Yen (~$160 USD)
Items Included:
---------------
PSP Hardware
PSP Battery Pack
PSP AC Adapter
---------------------------------------------------
---> Monster Hunter Portable 2nd Hunter's Pack <---
---------------------------------------------------
Colors: Champagne Gold
Official Post-Tax Price: 27,300 Yen (~$230)
Items Included:
---------------
PSP Hardware
PSP Battery Pack
PSP AC Adapter
Monster Hunter Portable 2nd
Monster Hunter Portable 2nd Strap
Monster Hunter Portable 2nd Case
2 Monster Hunter Portable faceplates
Monster Hunter Portable plushies (?)
DISCONTINUED:
------------------------
---> PSP Value Pack <---
------------------------
Colors: Black and Ceramic White
Official Post-Tax Price: 26,040 Yen (~$250)
Items Included:
---------------
PSP Hardware
PSP Battery Pack
PSP AC Adapter
32MB Memory Stick Duo
PSP Earphones/Earphones Remote
PSP Protective Case w/ Handstrap
-----------------------
---> PSP Giga Pack <---
-----------------------
Colors: Black and Ceramic White
Official Post-Tax Price: 31,290 Yen (~280)
Items Included: PSP Hardware
PSP Battery Pack
PSP AC Adapter
1GB Memory Stick Duo
PSP Earphones/Earphones Remote
PSP Protective Case w/ Handstrap
PSP Stand
PSP USB Connection Cable
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---> Metal Gear Solid Portable Ops Konamistyle Premium Pack <---
----------------------------------------------------------------
Colors: Camouflage
Official Post-Tax Price: 27,800 Yen (~$230)
Items Included: PSP Hardware
PSP Battery Pack
PSP AC Adapter
Metal Gear Solid Portable Ops
Metal Gear Solid Portable Ops case
Metal Gear Solid Portable Ops pins
------------------------
---> Loco Roco Pack <---
------------------------
Colors: Black and Ceramic White
Official Post-Tax Price: 24,800 Yen (~$215)
Items Included: PSP Hardware
PSP Battery Pack
PSP AC Adapter
32MB Memory Stick Pro Duo
Loco Roco
==============
B. Accessories
==============
These are official accessories for the Japanese release. Check out
www.ebgames.com or www.gamestop.com for various American accessories
from Pelican, Mad Catz and etc.
----------------
PSP Battery Pack
----------------
Official Post-Tax Price: 5080 Yen (~$48)
----------------------------------------
Description: The PSP Battery Pack comes with both the Basic (Japanese)
and Value Packs, but spare batteries may be purchased for 5080 Yen in
Japan. Depending on what the PSP is doing, these batteries may need to
be recharged after 2-5 hours of use. See below for more information.
--------------
PSP AC Adapter
--------------
Official Post-Tax Price: 3675 Yen (~$35)
----------------------------------------
Description: Every PSP comes with an AC Adapter, although if you lose
it, replacements sell for 3675 Yen in Japan. The AC Adapter works with
old style Japanese PS2 cords as well as Xbox ones. It also functions at
100V to 240V so step down converters and the like aren't needed.
----------------------
XXXMB Memory Stick Duo
----------------------
32MB Official Post-Tax Price: 2940 Yen (~$28)
---------------------------------------------
Description: The Memory Stick Duo holds game saves as well as music,
movie and image files. So far, the only official PSP-branded Memory
Stick Duo on sale is the 32MB size (there's one packed into the PSP
Value Pack). I can confirm that ANY Memory Stick Duo or Memory Stick
PRO Duo with the Magic Gate symbol will work on the PSP, no matter what
the size or brand.
The two most prominent brands in the United States are Sony and
SanDisk. In order to store a good amount of movie, music, image and
game files, I would recommend getting a 256MB stick. A 512MB stick is
also sufficient for those who plan to make the PSP the main portable
movie and music player; there are also 1GB to 4GB sticks for those who
really want the PSP to pack a media punch. Pricing for the various
sticks, sizes and brands vary greatly; see your retailers for more
details.
-----------------------------
PSP Earphones/Earphone Remote
-----------------------------
Official Post-Tax Price: 2940 Yen (~$28)
----------------------------------------
Description: Take your typical Sony-branded earphones and a volume
remote for your music files (sort of like the iPod) and you've this
accessory. The earphones/remote are included in the PSP Value Pack or
sold separately for 2940 Yen in Japan, which seems a bit pricey. I've
hardly used the remote myself (which seems to only fit the PSP), and
there are better earphones out there for the price you pay. Still, if
you must have official PSP branded phones, here they are.
--------------------------------
PSP Protective Case w/ Handstrap
--------------------------------
Official Post-Tax Price: 2100 Yen (~$20)
----------------------------------------
The PSP Protective Case comes with a Handstrap that's made seemingly of
some leather or leather imitation. The Protective Case is thick and
easily stores just the PSP and perhaps a Memory Stick Duo or three.
Should your PSP fall, this will absorb the shock nicely. Although
included in the Value Pack, the standalone pack is quite pricey at 2100
Yen. As with the earphones, Basic Pack buyers should only buy this if
they must have PSP-branded accessories.
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PSP Headset
-----------
Official Pre-Tax Price: $19.99
------------------------------
This headset is used with the PSP version of SOCOM.
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USB Cable
---------
Official Post-Tax Price: Unavailable
------------------------------------
This is one accessory that doesn't seem to have an absolute official
PSP release, which is quite surprising. The USB Cable the PSP needs to
communicate with PCs for file transfers is also used for Sony's digital
cameras; one end of the cable is the large USB head we've all come to
know and love, the other end being much smaller to suit the size of
small cameras. It doesn't come with any PSP bundle (which is stupid),
but you're bound to find one at a store for just a few dollars or with
your digital cameras, camcorders, etc.
-----------------
Screen Protection
-----------------
Official Post-Tax Price: Unavailable
------------------------------------
One huge flaw with the PSP is the unprotected screen. This was also a
problem with the original GameBoy Advance model, but that screen wasn't
particularly high quality or super delicate, and Nintendo fixed that
with the GameBoy Advance SP (Am I asking for a PSP re-release? Nope!).
Throughout Japan are various screen protectors; I believe an issue of
Famitsu PSP comes with a screen protector. Others place a clear plastic
over the screen to prevent scratches. Also, Sony considers the
Protective Case as a means of screen protection.
====================================
C. Basic Pack vs. Value Pack (Japan)
====================================
This section is exclusively for Japan. Only the Value Pack is available
in the U.S. at this time.
This question should be clear enough for those who read the accessory
section. But let's run through all the math and economics anyway for
those who are wondering just which pack is the better value. I'll only
list items included in the Value Pack but not the Basic Pack. The total
is tabulated and analyzed afterwards.
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| A C C E S S O R I E S | Basic Pack | Value Pack |
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| 32MB Memory Stick Duo | +2940 Yen | Included |
-----------------------------------------------------------------
| PSP Earphones/Earphones Remote | +2940 Yen | Included |
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| PSP Protective Case w/ Handstrap | +2100 Yen | Included |
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| TOTAL -----> | 28770 Yen | 26040 Yen |
-------------------------------------------------------
| DIFFERENCE ---> | 2730 Yen (~$26) |
---------------------------------------------
So, the big question is: which pack should [I] get?
1. Well, consider the nature of the packs. 2730 Yen will help pay for
part of a game. But the accessories are a Protective Case with a
Handstrap, a Memory Stick Duo and Earphones.
2. If you already own earphones and don't need a remote, then you can
scratch that out (25830 Yen).
3. If you are good at protecting things or already own a case for a
handheld system, then you don't need the Protective Case, and cheap
handstraps can be bought that also work with GameBoy Advance and DS
systems. So (23730 Yen).
4. If you already own a memory stick duo, then you certainly don't need
to buy another one (20790 Yen).
Overall, the Value Pack is the best deal since you won't ever have to
worry about having the system unprotected and you'll have all the right
accessories off the bat. If you didn't need one out of the three
accessories, then getting the Value Pack would still be better since
it'd be like you're getting the unneeded accessory for free. If you're
already well equipped, then the Basic Pack is for you.
As of the beginning of 2006, you're really better off with a Giga Pack,
which will save you around $50 in the long run.
===============
D. Battery Life
===============
This is perhaps the most hotly contested issue of the PSP so far- the
battery life. Well, 2-5 hours seems like the average, so I won't flaunt
an official number for every scenario since every scenario is
different. But yes, 2-5 hours is basically what you'll get. Here are
the factors that affect battery life:
- UMD Usage
-----------
Is your game streaming off of the UMD constantly? Subtract.
- Screen Brightness
-------------------
Is your screen on the brightest setting? Subtract.
- Wireless LAN
--------------
Are you communicating with someone at the moment? Subtract.
- Loading Times
---------------
Does your game contain quite a bit of loading times? Subtract.
- Volume
--------
Are you keeping this loud or medium? Subtract.
I still can't give you an exact number after all that, but here is a
fantastic resource on battery life, from IGN. IGN tests the batteries
under several separate and combined conditions and the results are
quite varied.
---> http://psp.ign.com/articles/574/574557p1.html <---
UPDATE:
-------
Corbie33 from the GameFAQs PSP message board was nice enough to give a
personal battery test of the PSP.
----------------
| RIDGE RACERS |
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| Ridge Racers | Highest Brightness | Max Volume | 5hrs 8 minutes |
---------------------------------------------------------------------
| Ridge Racers | Medium Brightness | 3/4 Volume | 5hrs 52 minutes |
---------------------------------------------------------------------
| Ridge Racers | Low Brightness | 1/2 Volume | 6hrs 24 minutes |
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| MINNA NO GOLF PORTABLE |
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| Hot Shots Golf | Highest Brightness | Max Volume | 5hrs 40 minutes |
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| Hot Shots Golf | Medium Brightness | 3/4 Volume | 6hrs 31 minutes |
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| Hot Shots Golf | Low Brightness | 1/2 Volume | 7hrs 27 minutes |
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| LUMINES |
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| Lumines | Highest Brightness | Max Volume | 5hrs 3 minutes |
-----------------------------------------------------------------
| Lumines | Medium Brightness | 3/4 Volume | 5hrs 48 minutes |
-----------------------------------------------------------------
| Lumines | Low Brightness | 1/2 Volume | 6 hrs. 27 minutes |
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========================
E. System Settings, Etc.
========================
When you first turn your PSP on, you'll be prompted to select a few
things. You can select between English and Japanese (this FAQ assumes
you go with English). After that, you name your system (either in Roman
Alphabet or Japanese Kana) and set the time, day, month and year (be
honest! The system time settings are affecting more and more games).
Once you're able to access the main menu, you can modify your settings
even more. Look for the settings you need to change on the left-most
option of the menu.
===============================
F. Version 3.30 (North America)
===============================
As of 2007, there have been various firmware updates. The latest
version available for the PSP as of the latest version of this FAQ is
3.30. Here is the description straight from Sony's North American PSP
website:
"Game
Support for PLAYSTATION¨Network titles has been expanded.
Network
Support for thumbnail images of items has been added under
[RSS Channel].
Video
Support for thumbnail images of videos that are stored in the "VIDEO"
folder of Memory Stick Duoª media has been added.
The following types of files can now be played in the "VIDEO" folder.
MPEG-4/H.264 AVC Main Profile (AVC CABAC) video files
of the following sizes:
720 X 480, 352 X 480, or 480 X 272
Depending on the data type, some files cannot be played.
Settings
[Use Wireless Hotspot] has been added as a feature under
[Network Settings]."
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Background Color
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
As of this FAQ, it is April, so the background color of your PSP
background, if you do not use a wallpaper, is pink.
------------------------------------------
| Month | Background Color |
------------------------------------------
| January | White |
| February | Light Yellow |
| March | Pea Green |
| April | Pink |
| May | Green |
| June | Light Purple |
| July | Turquoise |
| August | Dark Blue |
| September | Purple |
| October | Yellow |
| November | Brown |
| December | Red |
------------------------------------------
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Date Format
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You have three options for your date format:
YYYY/MM/DD - Year/Month/Day (this is used in Japan)
DD/MM/YYYY - Day/Month/Year (this is used in Europe)
MM/DD/YYYY - Month/Day/Year (this is used in the United States)
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Time Format
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
You can choose from two types of time:
12 Hour Clock
24 Hour Clock
If you choose the 12 Hour format, then you'll get the time along with
PM or AM.
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Time Zone
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Here are the available time zones on the PSP (and damnit I wish they'd
stick to just a few +01:00 timezones! :P):
----------------------------------------------------------
| Time Zone | Country/City |
----------------------------------------------------------
| GMT -11:00 | Samoa Islands |
| GMT -11:00 | Midway Islands |
| GMT -10:00 | Hawaii |
| GMT -09:00 | Alaska |
| GMT -08:00 | Pacific Time (US, Canada) |
| GMT -08:00 | Tijuana |
| GMT -07:00 | Mountain Time (US, Canada) |
| GMT -07:00 | Chihuahua |
| GMT -06:00 | San Jose |
| GMT -06:00 | Mexico City |
| GMT -05:00 | Quito |
| GMT -05:00 | Eastern Time (US, Canada) |
| GMT -05:00 | Panama City |
| GMT -05:00 | Bogota |
| GMT -05:00 | Lima |
| GMT -04:00 | Caracus |
| GMT -04:00 | Santiago |
| GMT -04:00 | Atlantic (Canada) |
| GMT -04:00 | Puerto Rico |
| GMT -04:00 | La Paz |
| GMT -03:30 | Newfoundland |
| GMT -03:00 | Sao Paulo |
| GMT -03:00 | Buenos Aires |
| GMT -01:00 | Azores |
| GMT +00:00 | Casablanca |
| GMT +00:00 | Dublin |
| GMT +00:00 | Lisbon |
| GMT +00:00 | Reykjavik |
| GMT +00:00 | London |
| GMT +01:00 | Amsterdam |
| GMT +01:00 | Algiers |
| GMT +01:00 | Andorra la Vella |
| GMT +01:00 | Vienna |
| GMT +01:00 | Windhoek |
| GMT +01:00 | Oslo |
| GMT +01:00 | Copenhagen |
| GMT +01:00 | Zagreb |
| GMT +01:00 | Sarajevo |
| GMT +01:00 | San Marino |
| GMT +01:00 | Skopje |
| GMT +01:00 | Stockholm |
| GMT +01:00 | Tunis |
| GMT +01:00 | Tirana |
| GMT +01:00 | Paris |
| GMT +01:00 | Valletta |
| GMT +01:00 | Vaduz |
| GMT +01:00 | Budapest |
| GMT +01:00 | Bratislava |
| GMT +01:00 | Prague |
| GMT +01:00 | Brussels |
| GMT +01:00 | Belgrade |
| GMT +01:00 | Berlin |
| GMT +01:00 | Bern |
| GMT +01:00 | Madrid |
| GMT +01:00 | Monaco |
| GMT +01:00 | Ljubljana |
| GMT +01:00 | Luxembourg |
| GMT +01:00 | Rome |
| GMT +01:00 | Warsaw |
| GMT +02:00 | Athens |
| GMT +02:00 | Amman |
| GMT +02:00 | Istanbul |
| GMT +02:00 | Jerusalem |
| GMT +02:00 | Cairo |
| GMT +02:00 | Kiev |
| GMT +02:00 | Sofia |
| GMT +02:00 | Damascus |
| GMT +02:00 | Tallinn |
| GMT +02:00 | Nicosia |
| GMT +02:00 | Vilnius |
| GMT +02:00 | Bucharest |
| GMT +02:00 | Beirut |
| GMT +02:00 | Helsinki |
| GMT +02:00 | Minsk |
| GMT +02:00 | Johannesburg |
| GMT +02:00 | Riga |
| GMT +03:00 | Kuwait City |
| GMT +03:00 | Baghdad |
| GMT +03:00 | Manama |
| GMT +03:00 | Moscow |
| GMT +03:00 | Riyadh |
| GMT +03:30 | Tehran |
| GMT +04:00 | Abu Dhabi |
| GMT +04:00 | Yerevan |
| GMT +04:00 | Tbillsi |
| GMT +04:00 | Baku |
| GMT +04:00 | Muscat |
| GMT +04:30 | Kabul |
| GMT +05:00 | Karachi |
| GMT +05:00 | Tashkent |
| GMT +05:00 | Bishkek |
| GMT +05:30 | Calcutta |
| GMT +05:45 | Kathmandu |
| GMT +06:00 | Astana |
| GMT +06:00 | Dhaka |
| GMT +07:00 | Bangkok |
| GMT +08:00 | Kuala Lumpur |
| GMT +08:00 | Singapore |
| GMT +08:00 | Taipei |
| GMT +08:00 | Perth |
| GMT +08:00 | Beijing |
| GMT +08:00 | Hong Kong |
| GMT +09:00 | Seoul |
| GMT +09:00 | Tokyo |
| GMT +09:30 | Adelaide |
| GMT +10:00 | Sydney |
| GMT +12:00 | Wellington |
| GMT +12:00 | Suva |
----------------------------------------------------------
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Daylight Savings Time
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
If you're in most parts of the the U.S. or other countries, then this
setting applies to you (Japan does not observe DST). Standard should be
the setting used from October until April and Daylight Saving should be
used from April until October. However, in 2007, in the U.S. Daylight
Savings Time was moved over a few weeks earlier into March and now
ends in November. Be sure your PSP is timed correctly for the change.
-
Moving on to more system settings:
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Nickname
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Change your nickname to anything you want, in the Roman Alphabet or
Japanese Katakana and Hiragana. You may also use symbols and numbers.
As of 2007, multiple languages are supported.
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System Language
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Most languages whose countries have videogames are a relevancy are
supported by the PSP. These included English, Japanese, Spanish,
French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Korean and Russian.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Battery Information
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Here is the information in the Battery Information section:
Charge Level: XX% (shows percentage of battery remaining)
Hours Left: X:XX (shows how much time is left on the battery***)
Power Source: Battery / External (if its plugged in, it's external)
Battery Status: In Use / Charging (if plugged in, it's charging)
***Assuming it stays at the current rate of consumption.
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Format Memory Stick
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
You will be prompted upon opening this menu.
"Do you want to format the Memory Stick?"
Yes or No
Formatting a Memory Stick will delete all the data inside but add most
of the folders necessary for PSP game saves. Do this function whenever
you buy an additional memory stick duo for the PSP.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Restore Default Settings
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
This will make all settings on the PSP at default. I don't know what
exactly happens since I refuse to default my system, but anyone who
knows should drop me an e-mail.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
System Information
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Here is the information displayed in this menu:
MAC Address: XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX (for wireless networking)
System Software: Version 1.00 (upgrades are sure to come)
Nickname: The nickname of your system
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About PSP
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This is just a menu about the PSP and who helped develop it and the
copyrights associated with the PSP.
Moving on to Power Save Settings...
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Backlight Auto-Off
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You can set the timing of the PSP's backlight. You can select "Off", "2
Minutes", "5 Minutes" and "10 Minutes."
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Auto Sleep
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You can set the timing of the PSP's sleep mode. You can select "Off",
"5 Minutes", "10 Minutes" and "15 Minutes."
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WLAN Power Save
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You can set the WLAN Power Save function "On" of "Off." Now I'm not
exactly sure how this function works, but it's supposed to save battery
life.
Moving on to Sound Settings...
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AVLS
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You can turn AVLS "On" or "Off." If turned on, then the maximum volume
that can be reached is just a bit over halfway of the PSP's maximum
volume output. If I were to guess, I would say that AVLS stands for
"Automatic Volume Limit Setting" or something of the sort.
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Key Tone
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Notice the little click you hear whenever you select an option? You can
turn it on or off.
Moving on to Security Settings...
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Change Password
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If you have a password (presumably for UMD movies with adult content
not unlike DVDs), then you can change it or set it.
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Parental Control Level
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You can set the Parental Control Level here but you must set the
password in the above option and then enter it here. This feature is
for parents who don't want their children watching violent or sexual
content on the PSP. The feature is similar to most DVD players.
Moving on to Network Settings...
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Ad Hoc Mode
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You can set your PSP up for direct connection to another system in
Automatic, 1ch, 6ch or 11ch modes.
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Infrastructure Mode
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This sets a connection with other players using an access point. Set up
your connection here.
Moving on to Network Update...
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Network Update
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Using the connection you established in Infrastructure Mode, you may
connect to the Sony PSP network in order to get a software upgrade. A
wireless network is probably needed.
Moving on to USB Connection...
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USB Connection
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Make sure a USB Cable is connected to the PSP as well as a PC, and then
select this option. Do not leave the screen once a connection has been
established. Once the PSP and PC are working together, you may add,
remove or copy data from the memory stick duo and so forth.
The rest will be covered under their appropriate sections.
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3. PSP Music
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NOTICE: I do not support piracy. I have nothing to do with HOW you
acquire your music, but I urge you to do it legally. This FAQ
officially urges you to act legally when dealing with media files.
----
Don't have an iPod? Go get one! You won't? Well, the PSP is almost as
good when it comes to quality music. The PSP supports WAV, MP3 and
ATRAC format music. This means that music you download from iTunes and
what not have to be converted from their M4P format over to MP3 before
being functional on the PSP. (I'm not sure how to do that, so e-mail me
if you know how).
Kaz Hirai mentioned at CES that he took music that was purchased from
Sony Connect, a legal music download service. It's very likely that the
official music provider of the PSP will be the Sony Connect service.
However, the prominence of the Sony Connect service as of 2007 is
spotty at best. iTunes has removed security features from some of
their EMI songs, so be sure to try those.
In order to place MP3 or ATRAC files into your PSP, you should first
format the Memory Stick Duo in the PSP (see above). Then, simply open
up the files on the Memory Stick Duo using a PC connected to a PSP (or
if you have a reader then you may use that, too). Open up the MUSIC
file and drag your MP3 file into the folder. Then you may exit and
access the Music section of your PSP and listen to your song. If the
file format for your song is incorrect, then the PSP will not detect it
(although the Memory Stick Duo will still hold it).
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IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO FORMAT YOUR MEMORY STICK DUO:
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Alternatively, you may create your music folder by going into the
Memory Stick Duo from a PC (either by connecting with the PSP or using
a Memory Stick reader). Access the PSP folder (or create one if you've
got a new Memory Stick) and then create a folder that says "MUSIC". Now
drag your MP3 files into it.
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WHEN LISTENING TO MUSIC:
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If you want to put the PSP in your pocket while listening to music,
then flip the power button onto the hold position to keep the buttons
from switching songs. If you want to access the other sections of the
PSP, press START and then move the D-Pad to select other areas of the
PSP. Once you actually access another section like the photo viewer,
the music stops.
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MUSIC OPTIONS:
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Press the triangle button to access music options. You may switch to
the new song from here (or by pressing left or right on the D-Pad),
fast forward or rewind, among other things.
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4. PSP Photos
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The PSP's photo viewer allows for JPEG files to be, um, viewed on the,
um PSP. Yeah, that sentence was really hard to type out. :P To view
JPEG photos on your PSP, you must have a formatted Memory Stick Duo and
within the PSP folder must be a folder named "PHOTO". If you format
your Memory Stick Duo then you'll already have it. Drag your JPEG files
into the folder and have yourself a party.
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IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO FORMAT YOUR MEMORY STICK DUO:
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Alternatively, you may create your photo folder by going into the
Memory Stick Duo from a PC (either by connecting with the PSP or using
a Memory Stick reader). Access the PSP folder (or create one if you've
got a new Memory Stick) and then create a folder that says "PHOTO". Now
drag your JPEG files into it.
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TO MAKE AN IMAGE A TEMPORARY PSP BACKGROUND
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There might be a way to make a permanent PSP background using one of
your pictures, but I haven't found it. Select the image, and do what
you want with it using the triangle options button. Then press the
select button and it becomes your background. Once you access another
section of the PSP, turn it off or play a game, the photo vanishes.
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5. PSP Movies
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NOTICE: I do not support piracy. I have nothing to do with HOW you
acquire your video content, but I urge you to do it legally. This FAQ
officially urges you to act legally when dealing with media files.
----
The official website for PSP Video Content on a memory sticks is
www.connect.com/psp. It comes with a video tutorial and some sampler
video content.
This is perhaps the biggest pain in the butt for the PSP, because even
formatting your Memory Stick Duo with the PSP won't give you the
results you need.
Access the Memory Stick Duo folders from your PC (again, either through
a connected PSP or your Memory Stick reader). Now, create a folder
OUTSIDE the PSP folder. This is very crucial. The name of the folder
must be "mp_root". Next, open up your mp_root folder and create the
folder "100mnv01". Good.
Now, the PSP only reads MPEG4 movie files. There are programs out there
that allow you to convert AVI, WMV and other files over to MPEG4
format, but I won't provide them here in the best interest of anti-
piracy. Once you [legally] obtain your MPEG4 file, it must be named
"M4VXXXXX". The 5 Xs may be any numbers of your choice (for example,
your file type can be named "M4V12345" or "M4V54321" and etc.). Make
sure everything is in CAPS. Once your video is named appropriately,
drag it into the "100mnv01" folder and then you may view it on your
PSP.
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IF YOUR MPEG4 FILE FAILS TO WORK:
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It seems as if your computer will need the latest edition of Apple
Quicktime in order for the files to be read by the PSP. Download it
here:
---> http://www.apple.com/quicktime/download/ <---
If your movie still fails to work, double check your file names and
file formats. Make sure the video functions on a PC because if it
doesn't, then there's little chance it'll function on a PSP.
Once you get a movie running, you have several options. If it is a FULL
SCREEN movie, then you can zoom in or go fullscreen. The PSP does an
especially good job at making fullscreen movies look proportionate on
the PSP's widescreen.
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IF YOUR VIDEO LOOKS LIKE CRAP:
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If your video looks like crap on the PSP, it'll look like crap on your
PC and most other movie players such as the 5th generation iPod that
plays video. If your video is native to another format, try different
conversion settings, mainly higher quality ones.
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6. Launch Game Titles
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Here is a list of all titles that launched with a PSP on December 12,
2004 in Japan. Each game has a message board on GameFAQs you can use to
discuss it.
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| Armored Core: Formula Front | From Software |
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| Lumines | Q Entertainment |
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| Mahjong Fight Club | Konami |
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| Minna no Golf Portable | SCEJ |
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| Ridge Racers | Namco |
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| Vampire Chronicle: The Chaos Tower | Capcom |
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Here is a list of all titles that launch before or with the PSP on
March 24, 2005 in North America.
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| NFL Street 2 Unleashed | Electronic Arts |
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| Ape Escape: On The Loose | SCE |
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| Lumines: Puzzle Fusion | Ubisoft |
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| Metal Gear Acid | Konami |
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| Ridge Racer | Namco |
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| Untold Legends: Brotherhood of the Blade | SCE |
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| Darkstalkers Chronicle: The Chaos Tower | Capcom |
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| Tiger Woods PGA Tour | Electronic Arts |
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| Twisted Metal: Head On | SCE |
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| Tony Hawk's Underground 2 Remix | Activision |
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| Wipeout Pure | SCE |
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| Gretzky NHL | SCE |
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| Need for Speed Underground Rivals | Electronic Arts |
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| Spiderman 2 | Activision |
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| NBA | SCE |
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| World Tour Soccer | SCE |
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| Dynasty Warriors | Koei |
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7. Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: How much is the PSP?
A: In Japan, 19800 Yen for a Basic Pack; 26040 Yen for a Value Pack. In
the United States, $250 for the Value Pack only.
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Q: How powerful is the PSP?
A: Its capabilities rival that of the PlayStation 2 and similar,
although there are people who believe it's closer to the Dreamcast as
well. It is basically one generation ahead of the DS and two ahead of
the GameBoy Advance.
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Q: Should I get a PSP or a DS?
A: You might as well go with the middle ground and get a GBASP. Or
maybe even an N-Gage. A Swan Crystal perhaps? Seriously, go look at
some game reviews and see which systems suit you best. The PSP, DS and
GBASP all fulfill different needs for gamers, so it's best to check out
what you like, how much you're willing to spend and what experiences
you want in the future. Alternatively, you may just get the DS and PSP
like I did (DS plays GBA games) and be happy with both. You can't beat
owning all the mainstream systems on the market.
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Q: What is the best game available for PSP?
A: Please check GameRankings.com or MetaCritic.com for the best
scores. Generally, most PSP gamers will favor titles like Lumines and
its sequel, the Grand Theft Auto Stories series, WipeOut Pure,
Tekken Dark Resurrection and Ridge Racers, to name a few.
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Q: What Memory Sticks are compatible with PSP?
A: Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick Pro Duo of any capacity are
compatible with the PSP. Make sure when you buy your storage device
that it has the Magic Gate symbol. San Disk and Sony are the most
prominent producers of Memory Stick Duo and Pro Duos. SanDisk produces
PSP branded memory sticks in the USA.
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Q: Is there a region lock on the PSP?
A: Only UMD movies are region locked. The Spiderman 2 UMD that came
with Value Pack PSP systems in the US only work on US PSP systems. All
software released in the US and Japan thus far work on all PSP regions.
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Q: Does PSP connect to PS2 and PSP?
A: Yes, it does. Metal Gear Acid on the PSP connects to Metal Gear
Solid 3: Snake Eater on the Japanese PS2 via the USB Cable. Each game
unlocks extras in the other. At CES 2005, Kaz Hirai, CEO of SCEA
recently mentioned that more PS2 and PSP games will interact with each
other, such as completing part of an adventure at home and the other
part on the go. Connectivity between the PSP and PS2 will be, at heart,
similar to the GameCube and GBA. PSP also connects to the PS3. Please
see a PS3 FAQ or other source for information on that.
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Q: What is the PSP game media called?
A: It's called the UMD, which stands for "Universal Media Disc". There
are three different UMDs. There is a Music UMD, Movie UMD and Game UMD.
The name is actually slightly misleading, since the UMD is not
universal (you can only use it on a PSP). It's universal in a sense
that it may be used for music, movies and games, not the fact it works
on different media players.
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Q: What movies are coming to UMD?
A: Various news websites have the complete list of titles coming out,
so be sure to visit those. There are probably over a hundred movies out
already, including pornography for Japan, anime, Hollywood movies and
cartoons.
As of 2007, the prominence of UMD movies and music in most shops is
almost nill. That's because the format failed to sell well. Therefore,
new releases may have slowed to a crawl.
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Q: When will PSP launch in North America and Europe?
A: It launched in North America on March 24, 2005, and in Europe on
September 1, 2005.
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Q: If I buy a PSP from Japan and set the system to English, will games
play in English?
A: Unfortunately, no, the games will still be in Japanese. And this
goes for other languages, eventually. Some games may be set to display
the language your PSP system displays, so check on the specific game
you are looking for.
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Q: I can't get my video files to work on my PSP. What's wrong?
A: There might be a few problems. You might have incorrectly set up or
named the folders required for movies. You also need Quicktime on your
computer in order for mp4 files to be read by your computer properly.
Make sure the filename of the actual video file is also named
correctly. See the movie encoding section for complete details.
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Q: Will flash drives work with the PSP?
A: I've never used a flash drive myself, so I'm not certain. It's
likely that flash drives you type A - type A USB cables and not type A
- type B like the PSP, so I don't think they'll work.
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Q: Do you need a PC to use the PSP?
A: You don't need a PC per se, but it's much easier handling files with
one. You won't be able to transfer music, movies or pictures onto the
PSP without a PC, but you can still play games no problem. The same
goes with Macs.
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Q: Do you need a high quality PC to use the PSP?
A: As with the above question, no you don't. My desktop computer was
over three years old and has slower USB ports, but the PSP still
communicated with the computer without problems. I have since began
using Apple computers with OSX 10.4 Tiger, and they also run well
with the PSP when connected.
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Q: Do Macs communicate with PSP?
A: Macs communicate with PSP as well as PCs. Macs detect PSPs as they
would a digital camera or any other external storage device.
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Q: Do WMA file types work on the PSP?
A: Yes, alongside MP3 and ATRAC.
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Q: Is there a way to prevent fingerprints from getting on the PSP?
A: Unfortunately, no, you'll get fingerprints on the PSP no matter how
hard you try to avoid it, unless you tried latex gloves, but there's a
risk of scratching the system with those. It's best just to live with
this, and as my friend Defensor suggests, keep a soft cloth with you to
clean the prints off when you're done playing (the US Value Pack comes
with one). The cloth I suggest the most is cloth that is used
especially for eyeglasses or sunglasses. This will clean the PSP
without scratching its protective coating.
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Q: Do PSP discs really fly out of the system or is it some hoax?
A: I can personally confirm that the PSP, if held and moved a certain
way, can launch its discs out of the system. This is quite dangerous,
but seems to have been eliminated with the latest batch of Japanese
systems and all US systems.
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Q: So how do I get a PSP disc to launch out of the drive?
A: I DO NOT SUGGEST YOU DO THIS. IT MAY DAMAGE YOUR SYSTEM IN THE LONG
RUN, AND YOUR GAME TITLE MAY BE DAMAGED OR SHATTERED AS A RESULT OF
CARELESSNESS. I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR WHAT HAPPENS TO YOUR PSP IF YOU
GO AGAINST THE OFFICIAL SUGGESTION OF THIS FAQ.
Basically, the PSP has pretty good protection for launching discs. If
you release the disc and leave it in the PSP, you can shake the PSP and
the disc won't come out. But, if you hold your PSP at an angle, and
open the disc drive, while giving your PSP a good jolt forward and
sideways while applying pressure to the sides of the system, your disc
will indeed fly out. BUT THIS IS NOT SUGGESTED.
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Q: Are dead pixels a real problem?
A: Of course they are, and dead pixels are a problem for the GBA and DS
as well. Basically, Sony isn't going to replace your system if it has
dead pixels, at least for the time being. Residents of Japan get a 1
year warranty on their PSP, so unless you have connections in Japan,
importers won't be able to get a repair anyway.
In the United States, Sony at first decided not to make replacements,
but complaints made them change their minds. PSP systems under warranty
will be replaced or repaired if dead pixels are that much of a problem.
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Q: What is a dead pixel?
A: A dead pixel is a pixel on the PSP screen that stays at a certain
color and no matter what's on the screen it stays at that color. Some
systems don't have any, while some have many. Some people learn to live
with it, while others can't stand it. Nintendo's stance with their
portable systems (DS/GBA/GBASP/GBm) is to give the dead-pixel system a
try to see if it really bothers you, and if it does, Nintendo will
replace it. Sony, on the other hand, isn't taking any replacements
right now in Japan, and seems to be taking repairs and replacements in
the US for now.
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Q: Can game saves be e-mailed to other people?
A: Definitely. Since the PSP memory stick duo or pro duo communicates
with a PC, you can bring over saved game data to your PC and then email
it to a friend. I have done this myself, and there have been no
problems whatsoever. GameFAQs and other PSP sites host PSP game saves
for gamers to download.
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Q: Should import European gamers get a Japanese PSP or a US one?
A: Now that the system is out, neither one, really, even though they
can buy it for cheaper outside Europe. In 2006, Sony Europe recently
had online retailer Lik-Sang shut down due to sales of Japanese PSP
systems to the UK. A lawsuit apparently ran Lik-Sang out of business.
I personally despise Sony for making such a draconian move that is,
on all things, anti-consumer. Sony Europe does not want Europeans
importing PlayStation products from elsewhere because they will lose
sales. Play-Asia also does not ship non- European PSP and PS3 products
to Europe. If Sony Europe allowed this, then their overpriced (compared
to other countries) products will not sell as well. So, unfortunately
Europeans must stick to their own region for games.
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Q: Is there a way to override the UMD Movie region lock?
A: There are special firmwares that seem to allow this. However, I do
not want to explain this illegal procedure in the FAQ. Use Google if
you would like to know.
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Q: How much does software range for?
A: PSP software in Japan ranges from 100 Yen to 4800 Yen. In the U.S.,
it ranges from 14.99 to $49.99. Notable exceptions include special
gift box games, such as Shin Sangoku Musou Treasure Box in Japan, and
the Dynasty Warriors equivalent in the U.S. Games that don't sell
well will generally be discounted quickly. Games that sell well are
likely to put onto the Greatest Hits lineup.
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Q: Have any firmware PSP updates been released?
A: 3.30 is the latest firmware after so many Sony has released. There
are many more to come, so stay tuned to PSP websites that cover them.
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Q: Can PSP run emulators of older systems?
A: Yes, but I won't tell you how because it's illegal to download ROMS
of games, and all games should be bought, not downloaded illegally.
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Q: What's this about necessary firmware to run the latest games?
A: To curb piracy rampant with early firmware versions for PSP, Sony
and other publishers are making firmware updates mandatory for certain
games. Some people deal with this by leaving their older PSPs untouched
and buying ones they will update.
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Q: Do I need a PlayStation 3 to download PSone titles for the PSP?
A: As of April 2007, yes you do. Through the PlayStation 3's network
shop, you buy your game and transfer it to your PSP provided you have
firmware 3.30 or so. As of now, buying through the PSP or a computer
is not possible.
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Q: What's this about special firmwares?
A: Some developers outside Sony make unofficial firmwares that contain
special features, like running emulators, or bypassing regional codes.
These are not supported by Sony and you void your warranty by using
them. Whether you want to is up to you, but be sure to make sure you
know what you do with your PSP. I am not responsible for any damage
you do to your PSP as a result of unauthorized action. My _official_
suggestion is not to dabble in these.
Feel free to e-mail me more questions.
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8. Special Thanks
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This FAQ would not be possible without the assistance of many people:
0. Family and friends (of course).
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1. Jonnyram (www.game-science.com) for getting the PSP for me and not
charging $200 extra for one! Jonnyram also provided the translations to
the official colors of the PSP background during a given month.
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2. Miss Meiko at GameFAQs for showing me the file names of the PSP
photo and music sections.
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3. Marty Chinn at Gaming-Age for showing me how to encode videos.
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4. Defensor at Gaming-Age for encoding help over AIM.
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5. Amir0x at Gaming-Age for providing the specs of the PSP.
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6. CJayC for hosting this on GameFAQs.
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7. The guys at IGN FAQs for hosting this there.
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8. Sony Computer Entertainment, for making the PSP.
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9. corbie33 for information on the PSP battery life under certain
conditions.
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10. The countless other people who provided my knowledge for this
document.
If I forgot you, let me know!
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9. Conclusion + Updates
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THIS DOCUMENT IS INCOMPLETE AT THIS TIME.
This FAQ will be updated as time comes by and information on the
European launch surfaces. Please refer to psp.ign.com, www.game-
science.com, or other websites for PSP news and information.
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UPDATES:
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April 16, 2007
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Just added miscellaneous information. I don't AIM for this FAQ to be
a complete PSP resource anymore because there's so much of the system
to cover that I haven't dabbled in myself. I'm restricting updates to
once a year and sticking to the basics of the PSP, not the specific
details.
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January 1, 2006
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Added a few tidbits about the Giga Pack here and there. I hope to
update this more as time goes on.
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March 26, 2005
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I adjusted various information to cover the US launch. Also, I added a
few more questions, added a link or two, and discussed the firmware
update.
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January 9, 2005
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Added a few new questions I've received in my email box. I revised a
few details in the FAQ as well, and added more information on movies
and music filetypes.
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December 21, 2004
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Started and finished version 0.1 of the FAQ. Submitted to GameFAQs and
others.
