Sega Dreamcast Console Instruction Manual (USA, NTSC) PDF

Cont ents HEALTH AND EPILEPSY WARNING ......................... 2 WARNING.............................................................. 2, 3 CAUTION .................................................................. 4 Usage Precautions ..................................................... 4 Part Names/Connecting Peripheral Equipment.......... 5 Connecting To a Telephone Line ................................

8 Connecting to a telephone line .................................8 Telephone wall jack ...................................................9 Phone cable ................................................................9 Cable positioning .......................................................9 Before Using the Dreamcast .................................... 10 Setting the date and time ....................................... 10 Rechargeable battery .............................................. 10 Using the main menu ............................................. 11 Screensaver function ..............................................

11 Playing a Game........................................................ 12 How to start a game ................................................ 12 Ending a game ........................................................ 13 Resetting .................................................................. 13 Managing Game Files .............................................. 14 Selecting a memory card ....................................... 14 Selecting a file ......................................................... 15 Initializing a memory card ...................................... 16 Copying files ............................................................

18 Deleting files ............................................................ 20 Listening To Music .................................................. 22 Listening to music CDs........................................... 22 Changing Various Settings ...................................... 24 Error Messages ........................................................ 25 Troubleshooting....................................................... 26 Ratings and Specifications ...................................... 28 Limited Warranty ..................................................... 30 Obtaining Technical Help/Service ...........................

30 Repairs After Expiration of Warranty........................ 30 Limitations On Warranty .......................................... 30 User Information ...................................................... 31 HEAL TH AND EPILEPS Y W ARNIN G Read before using the Dreamcast. Some people are susceptible to epileptic seizures or loss of consciousness when exposed to certain flashing lights or light patterns that they encounter in everyday life, such as those in certain television images or video games. These seizures or loss of consciousness may occur even if the person has never had an epileptic seizure.

If you or anyone in your family has ever had symptoms related to epilepsy when exposed to flashing lights, consult your doctor prior to using the Dreamcast. In all cases, parents should monitor the use of video games by their children. If any player experiences dizziness, blurred vision, eye or muscle twitches, loss of consciousness, disorientation, any involuntary movement or convulsion, IMMEDIATELY DISCONTINUE USE AND CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR. To reduce the possibility of such symptoms, follow these safety precautions at all times when using the Dreamcast: Sit a minimum of 6.5 feet away from the television screen. This should be as far as the length of the Controller cable.

Do not play if you are tired or have not had much sleep. Make sure that the room in which you are playing has all the lights on and is well lit. Stop playing video games at least ten minutes per hour. This will rest your eyes, neck, arms and fingers so that you can continue comfortably playing the game in the future. Failure to comply with all warnings associated with this symbol could result in serious bodily injury or death from electric shock. WARNIN G Do not block the fan vent or air holes. Make sure the fan vent, which is located on the right side (as seen from the front), and the air holes, which are located on the back side, are at least 4 inches away from any walls.

Do not set the Dreamcast in locations such as the following: – Locations where the Dreamcast is in close contact with walls or furniture – On top of a comforter or a cushion Do not cover the Dreamcast with a cloth. If the fan vent and air holes are blocked, the Dreamcast could overheat, resulting in fire or electric shock. Air holes (fan vent) Air holes Air holes 2

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WARNIN G Additional Information Settings Music Managing Game Files Safety Precautions Part Names/Connecting Peripheral Equipment Before Using the Dreamcast Playing a Game Do not expose the Dreamcast to water, rain or moisture, as this can result in electric shock or fire. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the Dreamcast to rain or moisture. Hold the plug when removing the power cable from the outlet. Tugging on the power cable can damage it, possibly resulting in fire or electric shock. When moving the Dreamcast, first unplug the power cable from the outlet. Do not tug the power cable or move the Dreamcast with the power cable plugged into the outlet.

Doing so could damage the power cable, possibly resulting in fire or electric shock. Only use authorized Dreamcast peripherals. Unauthorized peripherals have not been reviewed by Sega and could cause damage to your Dreamcast. Sega is not responsible for damage or injury caused by unauthorized peripherals. Use the Dreamcast on a flat surface. If it is set at an angle when used, the temperature inside the Dreamcast will rise, which could cause a fire or malfunction. Never take the Dreamcast apart or try to modify it. Doing so is very dangerous and could result in electric shock. Never look directly at the lens inside the disc door.

Doing so could impair your vision if the laser beam hits your eyes during the disc-screening process. Do not use a power outlet other than a home-use power outlet. Never plug the Dreamcast into a power source other than AC 100 V to 120 V. Using a different source voltage could result in fire or electric shock. Do not insert any objects into the air holes. Doing so could result in electric shock or cause a malfunction. Do not plug the power cable into an outlet until you have finished connecting the Dreamcast and peripheral devices together. Do not plug the power cable into an outlet until you have finished connecting the other cables to the Dreamcast.

Turn off the power switches of any connected television or audio equipment. Leaving these switches on could result in electric shock. Avoid using or placing the Dreamcast in areas which are very humid or dusty. Doing so could result in fire, electric shock or malfunction. Do not use the Dreamcast on top of an object that radiates heat. Using the Dreamcast on top of an object that radiates heat, such as a VCR, audio equipment, or a television, could cause the Dreamcast to overheat, possibly resulting in a fire or malfunction. Do not use or store the Dreamcast near open flame.

Do not use or store the Dreamcast near open flame or place lit or flammable items, such as candles, incense, etc., on it. Do not place any containers filled with water or other liquids near the Dreamcast. Doing so could result in fire or electric shock if the liquid spills and enters the Dreamcast or gets it wet. If a liquid spills near the Dreamcast, unplug the Dreamcast immediately. Do not remove or insert the power plug with wet hands. Doing so could result in electric shock. Do not touch any terminals, connectors or ports with your fingers or allow other metal parts to touch them. Doing so could result in electric shock or could cause the Dreamcast to malfunction.

The following marks appear on the underside of the Dreamcast unit. This symbol (the lightning flash with arrow symbol, within an equilateral triangle) is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to people. This symbol (the exclamation point within an equilateral triangle) is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK CAUTION WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT OPEN. AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ЙLECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR.

DO NOT OPEN To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover. No parts inside the console can be serviced by the user. If your console needs service, contact Sega’s Technical Support at www.sega.com or 1-800-USA-SEGA. Pour rйduire les risques de choc йlectrique, ne pas retirer le couvercle. Aucune piиce а l’intйrieur de la console ne peut кtre rйparйe par l’utilisateur. Si la console doit кtre rйparйe, contacter le revendeur Sega. IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS The Dreamcast is a Class 1 Laser Product The F.D.A.

Department of Health and Human Services defines Class 1 Lasers as devices which emit radiation levels “below which biological hazards have not been established.” Caution - use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Do not use the power cable in any of the following ways. Doing so could result in fire or electric shock. Modifying or heating the power cable Damaging the power cable Bending or tugging on the power cable unnecessarily Knotting or kinking the power cable Setting heavy objects on the power cable 3

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Caution Failure to comply with all warnings associated with this symbol may result in personal injury or property damage from electric shock or other accidents. To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. Pour ne pas risquer une йlectrocution, engagez la fiche en faisant correspondre sa broche la plus large avec la fente la plus large et enfoncez-la а fond. Make sure the disc has completely stopped spinning before removing it. Touching the disc while it is spinning could result in injury or scratches on the disc. Do not try to play anything other than circular discs.

Discs which are not circular will not stop spinning even when the disc door is opened, possibly resulting in injury. When you are not using the Dreamcast, be sure to remove the power cable from the power outlet. Leaving the power cable plugged in could result in fire or damage to the Dreamcast due to a lightning strike or power surge. The disc is still spinning. Follow the precautions listed below when using the Dreamcast. Failure to follow these precautions could damage your television and the Dreamcast or cause them to malfunction. Usage Precautions Usage Environment Avoid using or storing the Dreamcast in areas such as those listed below.

Doing so could damage the Dreamcast or cause it to malfunction. –Areas exposed to direct sunlight, areas close to heaters, on top of heating vents or other hot areas –Extremely cold areas –Areas directly exposed to smoke, such as areas close to cooking surfaces –Dusty areas –Humid areas and areas where water is used, such as bathrooms –Surfaces which are slanted or unstable –Areas subject to vibration or movement Condensation may accumulate on the Dreamcast if it is subjected to sudden changes in temperature. In this case, allow the Dreamcast to adjust to the new temperature (usually one hour) before use. Cleaning Follow the instructions listed below when cleaning the Dreamcast.

–Clean the Dreamcast case using a soft cloth soaked in water or a diluted neutral detergent. Wring out the cloth thoroughly before wiping dirt from the case, then wipe the case dry with a soft cloth. –To clean the lens inside the disc door, please contact Sega’s Technical Support at www.sega.com or 1-800-USA-SEGA. –To wipe dirt off of any of the terminals, connectors or ports, first remove the power cable and other cables, then wipe them with a dry, soft cloth. –Never use chemicals such as benzene or paint thinner to clean the Dreamcast. Discs Do not use discs other than Dreamcast compatible discs or music CDs. Also, do not use oddly shaped CDs (e.g., heart shaped or star shaped CDs).

Handling the Dreamcast Do not drop or apply a strong force to the Dreamcast or any other included or connected parts. Do not apply unnecessary force to the disc door. Do not touch the lens inside the disc door. Do not spill liquids around or inside the disc door or drop flammable objects around or inside it. Be sure to close the disc door so that dust does not gather on the lens. When moving the Dreamcast, be sure to remove the disc first. Be careful not to get any of the terminals, connectors or ports dirty. Do not insert or remove controllers or peripheral equipment while a game is in progress.

Only use software and peripheral equipment which are compatible with the Dreamcast and authorized by Sega. Disposal The Dreamcast and its peripheral equipment are made of metal and plastic, therefore do not burn them. Follow the instructions of your municipality if it is necessary to dispose of the Dreamcast or its peripheral equipment. FCC Warning This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference (2) This device must accept any interference that may be received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note to Owners of Projection Televisions Still pictures or images may cause permanent picture- tube damage or mark the phosphor of the cathode-ray tube (CRT). Avoid repeated or extended use of video games on large-screen projection televisions. Consult your television owner’s manual before playing video games on your projection television. Power cable Only use the supplied power cable which is designed specifically for the Dreamcast. Do not allow the plug to come into contact with metal or water. 4

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Part Names/Connecting P eripheral Equipment Additional Information Settings Music Managing Game Files Safety Precautions Part Names/Connecting Peripheral Equipment Before Using the Dreamcast Playing a Game Front side of the Dreamcast Disc door POWER button Turns the Dreamcast on and off. Power indicator Lights up when the power is turned on. OPEN button Opens the disc door. Controller connector Plug the connector in with the flat side up. Control ports A to D Note␣ Some software and settings will not work through some ports.

Controller cable Controller Memory Card (e.g., Visual Memory Unit; sold separately) A B You can save and manage game files by inserting a memory card (sold separately) into Expansion Socket 1 or 2. If four controllers are connected to the Dreamcast, as many as eight memory cards can be managed. A B SLEEP MODE SLEEP MODE Analog Thumb Pad Directional Pad (D-Pad) X Button Expansion Socket 1Expansion Socket 2 Y B Button A Button Start Button Trigger R Trigger L The controller cable can be fitted into this groove to hold it out of the way. * “Visual Memory Unit” is one type of memory card.

When this card is used, “VMU” is sometimes displayed on the screen; this is an abbreviation for “Visual Memory Unit.” 5

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