Sony PlayStation 5 User manual

CFI-1016A

PlayStation®5

Quick Start Guide

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Hook

With the base attached

Make sure the hook is in the position

as illustrated below before attaching

the base to the console.

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”.

Let’s get started

1 Attach the base.

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.

For the vertical position

Place the console with the rear side facing up,

and then remove the screw hole cap

Attach the screw hole cap to the bottom of the base.

Remove the screw from the bottom of the base.

Attach the base, and then secure with a screw. Use

a coin or similarly shaped object to tighten the screw.

Bottom of

base

2 Connect the HDMI cable and the AC

power cord.

Use the included cables.

Make all connections before plugging the AC power cord

into an electricity supply.

For the horizontal position

1Place the console with the rear side facing up. Align

the base with the marked area on the console, and

press the base in ﬁrmly.

Hook

With the base attached

Make sure the hook is in the position

as illustrated below before attaching

the base to the console.

HDMI OUT port HDMI IN port

HDMI™ cable

To an electricity supply

AC IN

connector AC power cord

Rear view

Let’s get started

Connect the LAN cable.

For a wired connection to the internet, use a LAN cable

(not included).

If you’re going to use Wi-Fi®, don’t connect a LAN cable

and skip to the next step.

4 Turn on your TV and set the input

to HDMI.

5 Turn on your PlayStation®5 console by

pressing the (power) button.

The power indicator blinks blue, and then turns white.

Rear view

LAN port

Front view

Power indicator

(power) button

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.

Screen reader is only available in certain languages.

Connect your wireless controller to your

console using a USB cable, and then

press the (PS) button.

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.

7 Make it your own.

You’re almost done! Follow the on-screen instructions to

• Set up your console

Select your language, conﬁgure your internet connection

settings, and manage your power save settings.

• 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. See

also “For PS4 users” (page 6).

• 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.

You’ll know that setup is complete when Welcome

to PlayStation 5 appears on your screen.

Will a child be using your PS5 console? See also “Parental

controls” (page 6).

• 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.

USB cable

USB Type-A port USB port

(PS) button

Front view

To save energy while powered-down, your console is set to

Low Power Use in rest mode. See also “Put your console in rest

mode” (page 12).

Let’s get started

Parental controls

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,

who they communicate with, 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.

For PS4 users

Play some PS4 games on your PS5 console

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. Internet connection required.

Transfer data from a PS4 console 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 extended storage for

your PS4 console, you can continue

using it by simply connecting it to

your PS5 console.

Use the same account you

created on a PS4 console

There’s no need to create a new

account for your PS5 console. Just

and your game history, trophies,

profile, and any exchanges you’ve

had with friends will transfer to your

PS5 console.

Create an account for a child

You can create a child account and set parental controls

at the same time.

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

your avatar, then select Switch User. From the user selection

screen, select Add User to create an account.

Review and change your parental control settings

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.

Game rating icons

Each game comes with a game rating icon that helps you

determine whether it’s age-appropriate for the child.

Europe, Africa and India

Player’s Age 3 and

above

7 and

above

12 and

above

16 and

above

18 and

above

Game Age

Rating

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Player’s Age 3 and

above

7 and

above

12 and

above

16 and

above

18 and

above

Game Age

Rating

United Arab Emirates

Player’s Age 3 and

above

7 and

above

12 and

above

16 and

above

18 and

above

21 and

above

Game Age

Rating

Find out more about parental control features and setup in the User’s

Guide (page 13).

Parental controls

What’s on the screen

Home screen

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

In the games home, you’ll find your games, PlayStation™Store, and other game-related apps.

In the media home, you’ll find music, video, and other non-game related apps.

Switch home screens

Switch between games and media.

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 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.

What’s on the screen

Control centre

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.

Let’s play

Play a game from a disc

Insert the disc.

Game data will start copying, and you’ll get a notification

when the game is ready to play.

Select the game from your games home.

Front view

(eject) button

Eject the disc

Press the (eject) button to eject the disc.

Play a digital game

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 purchase and download games, you’ll need to connect your

console to the internet and sign in to your account.

• PlayStation™Network and PlayStation Store subject to terms of use

and country and language restrictions. Users are responsible for

internet service fees. Charges apply for some content and /

or services.

Users must be 7 years or older and users under 18 require parental

consent. Additional age restrictions may apply. Service availability

is not guaranteed. Online features of specific games may be

withdrawn on reasonable notice - playstation.com/gameservers.

Full terms apply: PSN Terms of Service at playstation.com/legal.

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