PlayTV Help for Sony PS3
To get you started with using the PlayTV, you need to follow three simple steps. First, plug in your aerial antenna to connect it with the PlayTV box. Then, use the USB cable provided along with your package to connect the tuner into your PS3 unit. Lastly, connect your PS3 into a standard or high-definition television. It is that simple and you now have free and unlimited access to digital broadcast.
After the installation process is complete, you can now enjoy the great features of this device. Speaking of features, there is a wide array of options available which is not only convenient but provides you tremendous amount of control. As soon as you see the “PlayTV” icon from the main menu of your PS3, then you can get started.
By going to the “LiveTV” feature, the PS3 TV Tuner makes it possible to access digital air broadcasts. By choosing this option, it is automatically cached so that you are able to pause, rewind, or record live TV. Furthermore, the LiveTV caching capacity enables you to watch a program while recording another.
Next on the list is the Electronic Program Guide that provides program listings for the next 7 days. If you find something you like, you can set the recording for that said program even while you’re away. On the other hand, you get the “Schedule” feature will enables you to search for specific programs and personalize recording options according to your preference.
To access all your program recordings, proceed to the “Library”. You can then sort these items according to date, genre, or time, to make scanning these shows more convenient for you.
If you can’t afford to miss a show, then you should be glad for PlayTV’s “Find and Record” feature. By typing in a keyword, it will automatically display any program related to your search. Then, choose the show you want and change record settings to however you prefer them.
For all PSP owners, here is another ingenious way for you to connect this handheld system with the PS3. Apparently, the PS3 TV Tuner supports “Remote Play” so you can access all your digital broadcast recordings on your PS3 via your PSP. All you need is a Wi-Fi connectivity and you can enjoy digital TV viewing even when away from your living room. And with the on-screen manual, it is very easy to explore the multiple features of the PlayTV.