External Video Output  

You can output PSP™ system video to a TV by using a video output cable (sold separately). Select a cable compatible with the TV in use.

Notice

If either the TV or the cable in use does not support the progressive video mode, game video cannot be output to the TV. Video output other than for games may also be restricted.

Video output cable types

Cable type Input connector on the TV Video output *1
Component AV cable
Component VIDEO IN connectors
S VIDEO cable *2
S VIDEO connector
AV cable *2
VIDEO IN connector (composite)
*1

Video from (Photo) or (Internet Browser) can also be output to the TV.

*2

Progressive video cannot be output.

Hint

Video output cable types vary depending on the region.

Outputting to a TV

1.

Connect the PSP™ system to the TV using a video out cable (sold separately).

Example: Connecting the PSP™ system to a TV with component video input connectors

2.

Adjust the video input setting for the TV.
Set to the input connectors in use.

3.

Turn on the PSP™ system, and then press and hold the display button on the system front for at least 5 seconds.
Video from the PSP™ system will be displayed on the TV.

Clearing video output

To clear video output, press the display button again.

Hints

Items that are marked with this icon are features for the PSP-2000 series only.