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.
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.
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.
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.
To edit your personal information, select [Account Management] from the [PlayStation Network] menu on the XMB. Only a limited amount of information can be modified. You are unable to change your PlayStation Network ID. However, you are allowed to modify the following:
Skype can only be installed on the second-generation PSP (PSP-2000), and requires firmware 1.90, a Memory Stick Duo with 10MB free space and a Wi-Fi connection with Internet Access. Due to memory limitation in the first-generation PSPs (PSP-1000), Skype cannot be installed on these models. You can use your existing Skype account with the PSP or you can create a new one.
To Start using Skype, go to [Network] > [Skype]. You will need to either enter your existing Skype details or create a new account to use the Skype service. Creating a new account is easy, and can be done by following the on-screen steps. If you create a new account using your PSP, you can use the account on other devices that support Skype.
Depending on what region you live in, there are several ways to add funds to your account. The easiest way to add funds is by using a credit card, however, if you do not have access to one; PlayStation Network Cards are available from certain retail stores in several different amounts.
To add funds, select [Account Management] from the [PlayStation Network] menu. On the following screen, select [Transaction Management] > [Manage Wallet] > [Add Funds], and then follow the on-screen instructions to complete the operation. You can also setup your account to automatically add funds to your account if the value falls below a certain value – this is useful if you have a subscription to services.
Before you can begin backing up UMDs, you require a few things, they are:
To backup a UMD, follow the below instructions:
Download:
[UMD Ripping Tools]
[UMDGen]
[UMDNetRipper]
[UMDTool]
Insert an audio CD into the PS3 and go to the [Music] icon on the XMB. The PS3 should automatically connect to the Internet to obtain track information. Under the [Music] menu, you will see a CD icon. Before ripping a CD, you can modify the quality of the music from the [Settings] menu. Press TRIANGLE to access the menu and select Import. It should take a few minutes to rip the music onto the PS3 hard drive.
Downgrading a PSP means to change the installed Firmware to a lower version, for example, downgrading a Firmware 2.00 PSP to Firmware 1.50. Sony does not allow downgrading, however, various exploits have been found that allow selected firmware versions to be downgraded. Downgrading is a risky process if the instructions are not followed, and could brick your PSP.
