Sony Computer Entertainment Announces Peripherals for PSP® (PlayStation®Portable)Go
Expands the Entertainment World of PSPgo with Attractive Peripheral and Accessory Line-up
- Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
Tokyo, September 24, 2009 – Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCE) announced today that it will release Bluetooth® Stereo Head-set Receiver and Converter Cable Adaptor for PSP® (PlayStation®Portable)go (PSP-N1000) on December 24, 2009, in Japan, at a recommended retail price of 4,980 yen and 1,980 yen (both including tax), respectively. These peripherals will also become available in North America, Europe/PAL territories and Asian countries and regions beginning January 2010*1.
• Bluetooth Stereo Head-set Receiver
With a sleek design that matches perfectly with PSPgo, users will be able to enjoy a variety of entertainment content sounds comfortably through the Bluetooth wireless technology with the combination of commercially available head-phone and head-set. The Bluetooth Stereo Head-set Receiver pairs easily with PSPgo by simply holding the power button of the receiver, and operation buttons on the receiver will also enable users to instantly play, stop, pause, forward, rewind, and adjust the volume of music and videos. Additionally, the receiver can be paired with up to eight Bluetooth devices by using the Multi Pairing Feature.
• Converter Cable Adaptor
With the new Converter Cable Adaptor*2, PSPgo users will be able to utilize the existing peripherals for PSP such as 1Seg Tuner*3, GPS Receiver and Camera designed for PSP-1000, 2000 and 3000 series on the PSPgo system that adopts Multi use connector.
Additional peripherals and accessories will be released for PSPgo in conjunction with PSPgo launch in Japan to enhance its portability and convenience of users’ use,
including:
- AC Adaptor 2,100 yen (including tax)
- USB Cable 1,575 yen (including tax)
- AV Cable 2,200 yen (including tax)
- D-Terminal AV Cable 2,800 yen (including tax)
- Component AV Cable 3,000 yen (including tax)
- Cradle 4,800 yen (including tax)
- Accessory ack 6,000 yen (including tax)
- Display Protection Film 800 yen (including tax)
- Privacy Film 1,000 yen (including tax)
- Pouch & Hand Strap (Black/White) 1,000 yen (including tax)/each
- PSPgo Pouch (Black/Grey) 1,600 yen (including tax)/each
- PSPgo Leather Case & Hand Strap 4,200 yen (including tax)
- Car Adaptor 1,980 yen (including tax)
SCE will continue to further expand the PlayStation platforms with these new peripheral and accessory line-up with introducing the new PSP line-up, PSPgo.
*1 Further details will be announced from each region when ready.
*2 Converter Cable Adaptor can be used with the sliding display is opened or closed. Bluetooth function is not available when Converter Cable Adaptor is connected to Multi use connector
*3 PSP-1000 does not support 1Seg Tuner. 1Seg Tuner is only available in Japan.
Product Outline
Bluetooth Stereo Head-set Receiver
| Product name | Bluetooth® Stereo Head-set Receiver |
| Product code | PSP-N270 |
| External dimension | Approx. 20.6 x 62.6 x 14.7 mm (Width x Height x Depth) |
| Weight | Approx. 15g |
| Supplied accessories | USB cable to charge battery |
| Battery | DC 3.7V: Lithium-Ion Battery |
| Battery capacity | 170mAh |
| Battery charging time | Approx. 150 minutes. |
| Battery standby time*４ | Up to 100 hours. |
| Battery airtime*5 | Up to 6 hours. |
| Frequency range | 2402～2480MHz |
| Communications system | Bluetooth Ver.2.0 + EDR |
| Operating range*5 | Approx. 10m.（without any obstacle when normal latency mode is on） |
| Bluetooth specification | Bluetooth specification v. 2.0 |
| Bluetooth profile*６ | Headset Profile Hands-free Profile A2DP（Advanced Audio Distribution Profile） AVRCP（Audio Video Remote Control Proifle） |
| Remote control feature | Power on/off Play, pause, forward, rewind, adjust a volume Talk button Mode switching (normal latency mode / low latency mode) |
| Main input / output | Head-phone jack (φ3.5) USB mini-B connector Microphone |
* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
*4 Talk time and Standby time may change depending on user environment and or charge level.
*5 Operating range may change depending on user environment.
*6 Bluetooth profiles are used to define possible application that the device can use to communicate with other devices.
Convertor Cable Adaptor
| Product name | Convertor Cable Adaptor |
| Product code | PSP-N440 |
| External dimension | Approx. 128 x 85 x 23 mm (Width x Height x Depth) |
| Weight | Approx. 41g |
| Main input/output | Multi use connector (PSP®go) USB mini-B connector |
| Length of cable | Approx. 145 mm |
AC Adaptor
| Product name | AC Adaptor |
| Product code | PSP-N100 |
| Release date | November 1, 2009 |
| Recommended retail price | 2,100 yen (including tax) |
| Specification | Rated output: 100-240V/0.2A/50/60Hlz Rated input: 5V/1,500mA |
USB Cable (Japan)
| Product name | USB Cable |
| Product code | PSP-N430 |
| Release date | November 1, 2009 |
| Recommended retail price | 1,575 yen (including tax) |
| Length of Cable | 1.0m |
Various Types of Cables
| Product name | AV Cable | D-Terminal Cable | Component AV Cable |
| Product code | PSP-N150 | PSP-N170 | PSP-N180 |
| Release date | November 1, 2009 | ||
| Recommended retail price | 2,200 yen (including tax) | 2,800 yen (including tax) | 3,000 yen (including tax) |
| Game output | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Cradle for PSPgo
| Product name | Cradle |
| Product code | PSP-N340 |
| Release date | November 1, 2009 |
| Recommended retail price | 4,800 yen (including tax) |
Accessory Pack
| Product name | Accessory Pack (Memory Stick Micro™ 8GB) |
| Product code | PSPJ-15026 |
| Release date | November 1, 2009 |
| Recommended retail price | 6,000 yen (including tax) |
| Supplied accessories | Memory Stick Micro (M2) 8GB x 1 M2 Duo size adaptor x 1 Pouch x 1 Hand strap x 1 Cloth x 1 |
Display Protection Film
| Product name | Display Protection Film (includes 2 sheets) |
| Product code | PSP-N510 |
| Release date | November 1, 2009 |
| Recommended retail price | 800 yen (including tax) |
| External dimension | Approx. W86.5 x H54.8 (mm) |
Privacy Film
| Product name | Privacy Film |
| Product code | PSP-N520 |
| Release date | November 1, 2009 |
| Recommended retail price | 1,000 yen (including tax) |
| External dimension | Approx. W86.5 x H54.8 (mm) |
PSPgo Pouch and Hand Strap
| Product name | Pouch and Hand Strap | |
| Product color | Black | White |
| Product code | PSPJ-15027 | PSPJ-15028 |
| Release date | November 1, 2009 | |
| Recommended retail price | 1,000 yen (including tax) | |
| External dimension | Pouch: Approx. W150 x H92 Hand Strap: Approx. 159 (mm) |
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| Material | Pouch: Spandex Hand Strap: Road Skin (synthetic leather) |
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PSPgo Pouch
| Product name | PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) go Pouch | |
| Product color | Black | Grey |
| Product code | SCZM-92084 | SCZM-92085 |
| Release date | November 1, 2009 | |
| Recommended retail price | 1,600 yen (including tax) | |
| External dimension | Approx. W155 x H90 x D15 (mm) | |
| Material | External: Nylon / Internal: Polyester | |
PSPgo Leather Case & Hand Strap
| Product name | PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) go Leather Case & Hand Strap |
| Product code | SCZM-92086 |
| Release date | November 1, 2009 |
| Recommended retail price | 4,200 yen (including tax) |
| External dimension | Approx. W88 x H125 x D23 (mm) |
| Material | Bull Leather |
Car Adaptor
| Product name | Car Adaptor |
| Product code | PSP-N380 |
| Release date | December 24, 2009 |
| Recommended retail price | 1,980 yen (including tax) |
| External dimension | Approx. W41 x H25 x D120 (mm) |
| Weight | Approx. 89g |
| Specification | Rated input: DC IN 12/24V (12/24V for negative earth supported car) Rated output: 5V 1,500mA Length of Code: Approx. 1.2m (from cigarette lighter plug to Multi use connector) External aesthetic: Integrated with cigarette lighter plug and D/D converter |
* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
About Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
Recognized as the global leader and company responsible for the progression of consumer-based computer entertainment, Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) manufactures, distributes and markets the PlayStation® game console, the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) handheld entertainment system and the PlayStation®3 (PS3®) system. PlayStation has revolutionized home entertainment by introducing advanced 3D graphic processing, and PlayStation 2 further enhances the PlayStation legacy as the core of home networked entertainment. PSP
is a new handheld entertainment system that allows users to enjoy 3D games, with high-quality full-motion video, and high-fidelity stereo audio. PS3 is an advanced computer system, incorporating the state-of-the-art Cell processor with super computer-like power. SCEI, along with its subsidiary divisions Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc., Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd., and Sony Computer Entertainment Korea Inc. develops, publishes, markets and distributes software, and manages the third party licensing programs for these platforms in the respective markets worldwide. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, SCEI is an independent business unit of the Sony Group.
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