What region Blu-Ray/DVD movies can my PlayStation 3 play?

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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.

What are the differences between the PS3 model numbers?

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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.

How do I set automatic login?

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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].

How do I activate Remote Start to use with Remote Play?

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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.

How do I upscale DVDs?

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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.

How can I group games into folders?

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Browse to the game you wish to put into a folder and press TRIANGLE 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.

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.

How do I install or delete a XMB Theme?

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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.

How can I remote play via the Internet using my PSP?

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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.

How do I use the Internet Radio?

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Before you can use the Internet Radio, you must first download and install the application on your Memory Card. This can be done by going to the PSP Internet Radio website. Once installed, you can access the Internet Radio by going to [Network] > [Internet Radio Player]. You will need Wireless Internet Access to use the Internet Radio.

What are the main difference between the SIXAXIS and DualShock 3 controllers?

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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.