SONY PLAYSTATION 5 DIGITAL EDITION PS5 CFI-1216B (02) PDF DOCUMENT

Always attach the base to the console, whether it’s in the vertical or horizontal position. Place your console on a flat surface when attaching the base.

1. First, you’ll need to reconfigure the base for the position of your console. Rotate the top and bottom part of the base in opposite directions. Keep rotating until you hear a “click”.

2. Place the console with the rear side facing up, and then remove the cap from the screw hole.

3. Store the cap in the bottom of the base, and then remove the screw from the bottom of the base.

4. Make sure the hook on the base is in the correct position as illustrated in the guide before attaching the base to the console.

5. Attach the base, and then secure with the screw using your hand. You can also use a coin to tighten the screw.

Always attach the base to the console. Place your console on a flat surface when attaching the base.

1. Reconfigure the base by rotating the top and bottom parts in opposite directions until you hear a “click”. Ensure the hook is in the position as illustrated in the guide before attaching the base.

2. Place the console with the rear side facing up.

3. Align the base with the marked area on the console, and press the base in firmly.

Use the included cables. Make all connections before plugging the AC power cord into an electricity supply.

1. Connect one end of the included HDMI cable to the HDMI OUT port on the rear of the console.

2. Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI IN port on your TV or display.

3. Connect the included AC power cord to the AC IN connector on the rear of the console.

4. Securely plug the other end of the AC power cord into an electricity supply.

For a wired connection to the internet, use a LAN cable (not included).

Connect one end of the LAN cable to the LAN port on the rear of your console and the other end to your router or modem.

If you’re going to use Wi-Fi, do not connect a LAN cable and skip to the next step.

1. Turn on your TV and set the input to HDMI.

2. Turn on your PlayStation®5 console by pressing the (power) button.

The power indicator will blink blue, and then turn white.

If you leave the console idle for 60 seconds after you turn it on, the screen reader turns on. You can listen to on-screen text and other important information read aloud to help you accomplish what you want to do.

To pair your controller, connect it with a USB cable to the USB port on your console. When you press the (PS) button, the controller turns on.

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.

Set up your console: Select your language, configure your internet connection settings, and manage your power save settings. To save energy while powered-down, your console is set to Low Power Use in rest mode.

Set up your account: Create a new account or sign in with an existing account, such as one you created on a PlayStation®4 console.

Download your content: Download purchased PS5 games and media apps. If you have a PS4 console, you can transfer the data to your PS5 console.

Setup is complete when “Welcome to PlayStation 5” appears on your screen.

The setup options that you see are tailored to your needs, based on information such as your network environment and the account that you’re signed into. You can go back and change any of your settings by selecting Settings from the home screen.

Yes, you can enjoy supported PS4 games on your PS5 console. Some functionalities available on the PS4 console may be absent when played on the PS5 console. You must update to the latest system software version. An internet connection is required.

There’s no need to create a new account for your PS5 console. Just sign in with your existing PS4 account, and your game history, trophies, profile, and any exchanges you’ve had with friends will transfer to your PS5 console.

Connect your PS4 console and PS5 console to the same network to transfer data such as game save data, user information, and downloaded content.

If you have a USB drive that you’ve been using as USB extended storage for your PS4 console, you can continue using it by simply connecting it to your PS5 console.

You can manage settings for children who use your PS5 console. Parental controls let you set restrictions on the games children can play, when and how long they play, whether or not they can chat, and more.

Each adult and child will need their own separate accounts. When you create an account for a child, it’s automatically linked to your account, creating a family. You can set parental controls only for children in your family.

You can use an existing account, such as one you created on a PS4 console, for your PS5 console. Your family and parental control settings will carry over to your PS5 console.

You can create a child account and set parental controls at the same time.

1. Press the (PS) button to open the control centre.

2. Select your profile picture, then select Switch User.

3. From the user selection screen, select Add User to create an account.

We recommend that you check the child’s parental controls regularly. You can review or update them by selecting Settings > Family and Parental Controls from the home screen.

Each game comes with a game rating icon that helps you determine whether it’s age-appropriate for the child.

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From the home screen, you can go to two types of content: games or media.

Games home: You’ll find your games, PlayStation™Store, and other game-related apps.

Media home: You’ll find music, video, and other non-game related apps.

Switch home screens: Switch between games and media.

Search, settings, profile: Search, change your settings, and edit your profile.

Hub: Learn more about the game or app you selected, and find related information.

On the PS5 console, the X button confirms selected items.

To return to the home screen while your game or app is running, select Home from the control centre, or press and hold the (PS) button on your controller.

Press the (PS) button to open the control centre. You can access a variety of features without leaving your game or app.

Cards: Cards show you features and activities related to your games and apps that are available depending on what you’re doing at that moment. Select a card to learn more, or jump to the next card.

Controls: Select Home to return to your home screen, and Power to turn off your PS5 console. Perform other basic functions here, too. Get quick access to the functions and settings you use most during gameplay.

You can play a game that you downloaded from PlayStation Store. You’ll get a notification when the game is downloaded and ready to play.

Select the game from your games home to start playing.

With your PS5 console turned on or in rest mode, use a USB cable to connect your controller to the console. When your console is in rest mode, the light bar on your controller slowly blinks orange. After charging is complete, the light bar turns off.

To charge your controller while your console is in rest mode, go to Settings > System > Power Saving > Features Available in Rest Mode > Supply Power to USB Ports, and select an option other than Off.

Each time you press the mute button, your mic switches between muted (button lit) and unmuted (button off).

Press and hold the mute button to mute your mic and to turn off sound output from the speakers on your controller and TV. Press the mute button again to return to the original state.

Lit: Mic is muted

Off: Mic is unmuted

Blinking: Mic and sound output are muted

You can use up to 4 controllers at once. Press the (PS) button to assign numbers to your controllers. The player indicator lights turn on accordingly. Numbers are assigned in order from 1, and you can determine your controller’s number by the number of lights that turn on.

You’ll need to pair your controller when you use it for the first time.

When you play a PS4 game, your controller’s light bar glows blue, red, green, or pink based on the order that the controller is connected. This is separate from the player indicator.

Press the (PS) button on a controller that has finished pairing to turn on your PS5 console.

Caution: Disconnect the AC power cord from the electricity supply only when the power indicator is off. If you disconnect it while the power indicator is on solidly or blinking, data might be lost or become corrupted, and you might damage your console.

To turn off your console completely, select Power from the control centre, and then select Turn Off PS5. The power indicator blinks white, and then the console turns off.

Your PS5 console’s power saving mode is called rest mode. You can do things like charge your controller via the console’s USB ports, automatically update your system software, and keep your game or app suspended while powered down.

For some features, you’ll need to enable their settings to use them. Go to Settings > System > Power Saving > Features Available in Rest Mode.

To enter rest mode, select Power from the control centre, and then select Enter Rest Mode. The power indicator blinks white, and then turns orange. To exit rest mode, press the (PS) button on your controller.

The User’s Guide can tell you about everything your PS5 console can do, how to configure settings, and how to use each function. From your PS5 console’s home screen, go to Settings > User’s Guide, Health and Safety, and Other Information > User’s Guide.