[READ BEFORE you post] Sony PSP FAQ (ver.2)

XSF · 2005-06-30 07:30:51

Update: [color=white]Security update 2.60 is out, it's usually around 14megs. Download it and install it. Then delete the patch after its done by going to the games section in the PSP menu. Don't have a wireless connection to receive these updates? See question #35 for the answer.[/color]_________________________________________________________________________1. Can I put a custom picture as my background? Can I change the colors?You can change it by going to the 'themes' section and enabling 'wallpaper.' Then go to 'photos' and select the picture you want to use and apply it.The color changes with the different months of the year. You can also just pick the color you want by going to the 'themes' section.2. How do I put a screen protector on?Peel off the film ever so slightly, then lay it on top of the screen. Take a credit card or hard piece of plastic and gently rake it across as you peel the remaining film off of the protector. If you have a few air bubbles, don't worry. They usually go away in 24 hours... if you have a lot, re-do it.3. I keep getting 'WLAN switch is turned off' whenever I'm trying to setup my internet connection.. what am I doing wrong?You need to turn on the wireless function of your PSP. The switch is on the left, bottom side of your PSP. When correctly switched on, the green LED will light up when you get a signal (ie a connection). It will not stay green from the minute you turn it on... only when a signal is sent and recieved.4. I have some white spots on my PSP and they won't go away!These are stuck pixels and they might eventually take care of themselves5. I'm listening to music, but I keep hitting other buttons.. how do I stop this?Put your PSP on 'hold.' It's the same button as the power button (right, bottom side). Just slide it down.6. How do I put pictures on my PSP?Two ways: Format your Memory stick Duo and the PSP will automatically create the folders for you. Then plug your PSP into a PC using a USB cable. Make sure you put the PSP in 'USB mode.' USB mode is in the main menu. Then drag and drop the photos from your PC to your PSP's 'photo' folder. Connect your PSP to a PC via a USB cable. Go to My Computer > F Drive (could be named a different letter) > Create a folder called 'Photo' 7. How do I get rid of scratches on my PSP?http://www.displex.de/8. How do I put videos on my PSP?http://www.pspvideo9.com/9. Any info on the PSP?http://hardware.gamespot.com/Story-ST-11721-1480-x-x-x10. Ok my PSP has dead pixels, what next?Relax. Breathe. A lot of PSP's will have 1-2 dead pixels... they're hardly noticable. If you have 4 ore more, then it's time to return it. If you bought it from Wal-mart, Best Buy or any other major retailer, chances are they will let you return it for another one. It doesn't hurt to try. If you bought it from EBgames and Gamestop, good luck. *Update* Sony does cover them now, so call (1-800-345-7669) http://www.gamespot.com/news/2005/03/25/news_6121092.html Buy the Best Buy PRP if you haven't bought one yet, it's $39.99 and it covers dead pixels and other malfunctions for 2 years11. Why should I get a PSP? Convince me!Make up your own mind and research the product before you plop down $25012. How do I prevent finger prints on my PSP?Don't touch it Wipe it with the provided cloth Buy a screen protector that covers the whole PSP13. Does anyone else notice ghosting?Yes. These LCDs are very nice, but they do appear to have ghosting, or 'trailing.' It's when the colors tend to bleed and you can see trails of say a race car's tail lights as it moves in and out of lanes.14. My brother says the PSP isn't out, is he lying?Yes15. How do I setup my internet connection?Go to network settings and create new. SSID is the name of your network... you can either type it in or just hit 'scan' Make sure your WLAN switch is on 'Scanning' will bring up all the wireless connections available to you, pick your network. WEP is a security feature on wireless networks and it will require you to have your WEP key ready if your network is secured. Test connection after your done and you should be all set16. There is dust under my screen!Either take it apart and clean it, or return it if it bothers you that much. Good luck.17. When charging my PSP, the orange light turned off... what does that mean?It's done charging18. How long does it take to charge my PSP?2 hours and 20 minutes19. Does the sampler disc contain free music?Yes/No. There are some music videos20. Does Ridge Racer play online (as in with people across the world?)Nope, only PSP to PSP. Scroll to the bottom of this FAQ to see some more info on this matter.21. Is Twisted Metal: Head On, online (as in I can play with anyone across the world)?Yep!22. What type of memory stick should I buy?Sony or Sandisk 'Memory Stick Duo or Pro Duo'23. Any stores not selling 'Bundles' ?If you mean the value packs, no. If you mean bundles like 'PSP + 2 games that you have no choice over' yes. Best Buy, Circuit City, Ebgames (actual stores, not online) and gamestop sell just the value packs.24. What USB cable can I use?USB mini B, 5 pin I was able to use my digital camera's USB cable, so try that if you have one Datel and other 3rd party companies are going to release PSP specific cables very soon, if not already.25. If I already have a USB card reader, do I need a USB cable for the PSP?As long as it reads memory stick pro duo's, I don't see why you would.26. Does the Value Pack include the USB cable?Nope27. What are some cheap places to get memory sticks?GoogleFroogle Amazon.com zipzoomfly.com newegg.com mysimon.com pricewatch.com28. ...

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#301 rocket_ronny

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our psp blacks out while playing it, but you can still here the game playing in the background. Movies play just fine. The games seem to only black out when using the directional arrows and the x,o,square, and triangle buttons, but haven't noticed it doing it when using the analog stick. The lcd screen was just replaced a few months ago, and we took it apart again to make sure all connections are still in tact, everything is fine. Any suggestions?j4fam

Restore default settings... it wont delete anything on your memory stick... but try it

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#302 Coolyfett

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[QUOTE="gsgdvcbsa"]i want to know how many songs can you put in a 32mb memory stick ? iam not talkin about videos only songs.thanxnightcrusader08

not alot. at least not a whole cd's worth of songs

32mb?? Thats just crazy!

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#303 Granpire

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32mb?? Thats just crazy!Coolyfett

Well maybe that's what the people that bought a PSP launch bundle were! Or maybe, just maybe, they're the real fans, and we're just the losers ;). You gotta remember, this was before PSN, before install data, and before demos really, so 32MB was plenty for save games.

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