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How to Play Video Games on the PS2

The Sony PlayStation 2 preceded the PlayStation 3 gaming system. It is capable of playing audio CDs and DVDs, and connecting to the Internet. It also features USB ports and expandable storage options in the form of memory card slots. With the PS2's auto-start feature, any game you insert into the disc tray before turning on the system will automatically load and begin to play on your TV.

Instructions

- 1
  Check that the "On/Standby" indicator is lighted red. The indicator is located on the "Reset" button on the front of the console.
- 2
  Press the "On/Standby/Reset" button. The indicator light will turn green. The PS2 output will load to the TV. If this is the first time you've turned on the console, follow the on-screen instructions to set the "Language," "Time Zone" and "Daylight Savings Time" settings.
- 3
  Press the "Open" button on the front panel of the console. The disc tray will open.
- 4
  Place the disc in the disc tray, label side up.
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  Press the disc tray closed.
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  Press the "Reset" button. The console will restart and the game will load automatically.

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