Sega Dreamcast Instruction Manual
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1. 10 CONNECTING TO A TELEPHONE LINE Use the Dreamcast with an online software program to game with people all around the world and have fun on the Internet Not all Dreamcast software supports online gameplay Please refer to the operating manual included with the software for information about online gaming options It is not necessary to connect the Dreamcast to a telephone line when you are using it to play games offline i e not connected to an online gaming service Telephone wall jack AP Phone cable included j ea 1 Make sure the Dreamcast power is off 2 Connect one end of the included phone cable to the phone jack on the Dreamcast modem It does not matter which end of the phone cable is plugged into the Dreamcast or the wall You may need to unplug your telephone from the wall jack before you can connect the phone cable from the Dreamcast Connect the other end of the phone cable to a telephone wall jack After Your Online Session TP After you finish using the online software reconnect your telephone to ejaj the telephone wall jack TAY YOu Wl not be able to use your telephone if the telephone line is left CR _ connected to the Dreamcast TELEPHONE WALL JACK Make sure your telephone wall jack is a modular jack If it is not a modular jack you will need a modular conversion plug so that a modular plug can be Cormected tw it Contact your local telephone service provider for fur2. Yes and press the A Button Enter The memory card will be initialized A completion message is displayed Press the A Button to go back to the file menu screen Not To avoid any possible damage during the initialization process Do not remove the controller connector trom the Dreamcast Do not remove or connect peripheral equipment e g memory cards from the controller Do not power off or unplug the Dreamcast The initialization process erases all of the files in a memory card Be sure to thoroughly check the contents of the memory card before initializing it If desired copy selected files to another memory card before starting the page 20 2 z Buibeueye jalization process See 19 MANAGING GAME FILES COPYING FILES You can copy files from a selected memory card to another memory card On the file menu screen select the file to Memory card be copied and press the A Button Enter 94 separately keon selection Return to previous sereon Cancel Enter 2 Select Copy and press the A Button Enter Select the destination memory card and press the A Button Enter Select Start Copying and press the A Button Enter Atthis point you may also select View Contents and press the A Button Enter to view the file information on a possible destination memory card Press the A or B Button to retum to the previous screen
3. A completion message is displayed Press the A Button to return to the file menu screen 20 To avoid any possible damage during the copying process Do not remove the controller connector from the Dreamcast Do not remove or connect peripheral equipment e g memory cards from the controller Do not power off or unplug the Dreamcast Copying is not possible in the following cases When the file is a copy protected file When the file is a Visual Memory Unit game VMU game file which is copy protected When there is not sufficient free space on the destination memory card A Visual Memory Unit game VMU game file cannot be copied to a destination memory card if there is already a Visual Memory Unit game VMU game file on the destination memory card a MANAGING GAME FILES DELETING FILES You can delete selected files from a selected memory card 1 On the file menu screen select the file to be Memorycard Select Deselect all SSS maene deleted and press the A Button Enter sold separately TOL earns gore 2 Select Delete and press the A Button Enter 3 After confirming the file select Yes and press the A Button Enter A completion message is displayed Press the A Button to return to the file menu screen 22 Once deleted a file cannot be retrieved To avoid any possible damage during the deletion process Do not remove the controller connector from th
4. Be sure to follow the proper procedure when removing a disc Do not press down forcefully on the disc drive hub Doing so may result in personal injury or damage the Dreamcast RESETTING Ifthe A Button B Button X Button Y Button and Start Button are all pressed at the same time the game in progress will be stopped and the game title screen or the main menu will be displayed I you are using a Sega authorized controller which does not have these buttons see the operating manual which came with your controller Ifa game is in progress The game will stop and the game title screen will be displayed A B X and Y Buttons If the game title screen is displayed The main menu see page 13 will be displayed arans Notes You cannot reset the Dreamcast while game data is being saved or while the disc is being accessed The game data of the game in progress will NOT be saved if you reset during gameplay 15 MANAGING GAME FILES You can save and manage game files e g file copying or deleting by inserting a Sega authorized memory card sold separately into Expansion Socket 1 or 2 on the controller The first time you use a memory card e a Visual Memory Unit sold separately after purchasina it you will need to initialize the card See Initializing a memory card see page 18 Before connecting the Visual Memory Unit card to the controller change the Visual Memory Unit to Clock or File
5. Deeaincest unit This symbol the lightning lash 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 uger to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the product Ane A To teduce the risk of electric shock do not remove the cover No parta inde the enna enn ha serviced by the user If your console needs service contact Sega s Technical Support at wwwsega com or 1 800 USA SEGA Pour r duire les risques de choc lectrique ne pas retirer le couvercle Aucune pi ce Vint rieur de la console ne peut tre r par e par l utilisateur Sila console doit etre r par s contacter le revendeur Sega IMPORTANT NOTICE 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 4 To prevent electric shock when inserting the plug of the
6. Delete some files from the destination memory card to free up space and try copying again Alternatively replace the current destination memory card with one that has sufficient free space The destination Mermury Card is nut ready Unable to copy The deslinalion mernury card is no longer usable for some reason Initialize the memory card and try copying again initializing the memory card will erase all of the files on it The memory card cannot be used until all files have been deleted The destination memory card cannot be used for some reason Initialize the memory card and try copying again initializing the memory card will erase all of the files on it The command was not completed due to a memory card being removed inserted Check card s and try again The memory card currently under command was removed a memory card was inserted into the same Controller as the memory card currently under command or the Controller for the memory card currently under command was disconnected from the Dreameast This file cannot be copied The file is copy protected it cannot be copied game dose not support the AV cable currently connected to the main console Turn off the power and replace the cable The type of AV cable currently connected to the Dreameast is not supported by the software Please remove the AV cable currently connected and replace it with a type su
7. cable 11 Troubleshooting Cable positioning 11 Ratings and Specifications Before Using the Dreamcast 12 Limited Warranty Setting the date and tie 12 Obtaining Technical Help Service 12 Repairs After Expiration of Warranty 13 Limitations On Warranty Rechargeable battery Using the main menu Screensaver function 13 Playing a Game 14 How to start a game 14 Ending a game 15 Resetting 15 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 Ifyou or anyone in your family has ever had symptoms related to epilepsy when exposed to flashing lights consult your doctor prior to using the Dreameast Inail 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 sch eymptame follow thosa eafoty precautions at all times when using the Dreamcast Sita minimum of 6 5 feet away from the television screen This should be as far as the length of the Contro
8. injury or damage to the dise or the Dreamcast Do not touch the Analog Thumb Pad Trigger L or Trigger R on the controller while turning on the power Doing so could cause the Dreamcast to malfunction since the controller will not be initialized properly 24 Music screen Return to previous screen Number of tracks Playing time The total number of tracks or Displays the total playing the current track number is time for all racks or the displayed playing time for the current Repeat display GD Repeat current track G amp D Repent all tracks BACK icon Returns to the previous screen main menu Previous track Goes back to the previous track If a CD is playing this Goes to the next track butuan will yo back wo Ue beginning ofthe current rack Play Pause Stats playing or pauses the track if the CD is playing Repeat repeat play Repeats the curent track oral tracks The player cycles between the repeat modes each time this hulton is pressed as follows Repeat one track Repeat alltracks Clear Loer 25 CHANGING VARIOUS SETTINGS On the main menu see page 13 select the yates Settings icon and press the A Button Enter cteion sold separately The settings screen will be displayed Select the parameter you want to change and press the A Button Enter The screen for setting the selected parameter w
9. power cable match wide blade of the plug to wide slot of the wall outlet and ensure that itis fully Inserted Pour ne pas risquer une lectrocution engagez la fiche en faisant correspondre sa broche la plus large avec la fente la plus large et enfoncezda fond Make sure the disc has completely stopped spinning before removing it Touching the disc while it is spinning could result in personal injury or scratches on the disc Do not ty to play anything other than circular dises Dises 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 resultin fire or damage to the Dreamcast due toa lightning strike or power surge Follow the precautions listed below when using the Dreamcast Failure to Usage Precautions follow these precautions could damage your television and the Dreamcast or cause them to malfunction sage 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 Arcos directly expoced to emoke euch as areas close to cooking surfaces Dusty areas Humid areas and areas wher
10. s operating manual for proper setting Is there more than one AV input Refer to your television s operating p8 terminal on the television manual to ensure you have made the proper setungs Iuewessaty Uy a different AV input terminal Only use Sega authorized cables Are the power cable and or video Sable Sega authorized Thereisno audio Is the power cable property Securely plug the power cable into p8 connected Dreamcast and the outlet Are the Dreamcast and the television Turn on the Dreamcast and the lt on television Are the Dreamcast and the television Securely plug the AV cable into the Ps properly connected through the AV Dreamcast and the correct terminal on cable the television Is the television input Television Set the television input to the correct 5 Video switch set to Video setting If there is more than one video input terminal on the television read your television s operating manual for the proper setting Adjust the volume S Is the television volume set to a low level or mute Video and audio Are there any scratches fingerprints Clean the underside of the disc with a output are cut off or dirt on the disc storebought CD cleaner or similar while a game isin cleaner progress Is the power cable properly Securely plug the power cable into the p8 connected Dreamcast and the outlet Are te Dreamcast and the television Securely plug the
11. the main menu for normal games or to play music CDs When a disc is placed in Uie Dreamcast and the power is turned on the game screen or music sereen will be displayed automatically if auto start is set ON see page 26 Use the Directional Pad or Analog Thumb Pad to highlight an icon 2 Press the A Button to select the highlighted icon Various settings can be changed by selecting the Settings icon see page 26 The screen shots in this Icon selection manual show the screens which appear when English is set as the display language Main menu To display this screen turn on the power without inserting a disc Play icon Stans a game see page 14 Music icon Displays the musie sereen see pege 24 This allows you to play musie CDs If the Dreamcast is inactive for a set length of time the screen brightness will automatically be reduced and a screensaver will start in order to prevent a ghost image from being bumed onto the television sereen If the Dreamcast is inactive for approximately 10 minutes Screen brightness is reduced to approximately 50 If the Dreamcast is inactive for approximately 20 minutes Screen brightness is reduced to approximately 20 and a screensaver starts Date and Time File icon Displays the memory card selection screen see page 16 This allows you to perform fle management procedures such as copying and deleting saved fles or initializing
12. A The controller does Is the controller properly connected Properly connect the controller to a pT not work to a control port on the Dreamcast control port before tuming on the power I peripheral equipment is Properly connect the petipher p connected to a controller expansion equipment after reading the operating socket on the controller is it manual for the peripheral equipment properly connected Are you touching the Analog Tum off the power then turn itbackon p l2 Thumb Pad Trigger Lor TriggerR without touching the Analog Thumb Notes on the controller when you tum the power on Is the peripheral Sega authorized Pad Trigger L or Trigger R Only use Sega authorized Dreamcast peripherals Video and audio Problem What to check What to do Reference page There is absolutely Is the power cable properly gt Securely plug the power cable into the p8 no video connected Dreamcast and the outlet Are the Dreamcast and the television lum on the Dreamcast and the on television Are the Dreamcast and the television Securely plug the AV cable into the p8 properly connected through the AV Dreamcast and the correct terminal on cable the television ls the television input Television Set the television input to the correct Video switch set to Video Setting If there is more than one video input terminal on the television read your television
13. AV cable into the pa properly connected through the AV Dreamcast and the correct terminal on cable the television IF you experience other problems unplug the power cable from the outlet and contact Sega s Technical Support at www sega com or 1 800 USA SEGA for further information 30 RATINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS Model HKT 3020 main unit Power supply ACIO0 V to 120 V 50 60 Hz Wattage Approximately 27 W age environment Temperature 41 to 95 F Humidity 20 to 90 RH no condensation External dimensions Approximately 7 1 2 x 7 3 4 x3 inches W xD x H Weight Approximately 3 pounds THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VALID FOR U S AND CANADIAN SEGA DREAMCAST SYSTEMS MANUFACTURED FOR SALE IN AND PURCHASED AND OPERATED IN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA ONLY Limited Warranty Sega of America Inc warrants to the original consumer purchaser that the Sega Dreamcast System and all component parts shall be free from defects in material workmanship for a period of 180 days from the date of purchase If a defect covered by this limited warranty occurs during this 180 day warranty period Sega will repair or replace the defective system or component part at its option fr e of charge This limited warranty does not apply if the Sega Dreamcast is used with products not distributed or licensed by Sega or if the defects have been caused by negligence accident unreasonable use modification tampering or any other
14. Sega Dreamcast INSTRUCTION MANUAL Thank you very much for purchasing this Sega Dreamcast Please read this manual before using your new Dreamcast console When playing withthe Dreamcast always follow the instructions contained in this manual and pay attention to the safety information Compatible software Dreamcast software beating the STSCI mark and music CDs Package contents Dreamcast main u lise DigmarAUoIO Dreamcast controllet Power cable Phone cable 32 8 f Stereo AV cable instruction manual this booklt Important Safety Instructions Warranty Set of documents Browser dise Safely Precautions 6 Part Names necting eripheral Equipment 7 11 Bet sing th Dreamcast 12 13 Listening To Musie 24 25 Changing Various jettings Adaitional Information 27 31 CONTENTS HEALTH AND EPILEPSY WARNING 2 Managing Game Files WARNING Selecting a memory card camion Selecting a file Usage Precautions Initializing a memory card U S Regulations Governing the Use of Modems Copying files enn Canadian Regulations Governing the Use of Modems 6 Deleting fles Part Names Connecting Peripheral Equipment 7 Listening To Music Connecting To a Telephone Line 10 Listening to musie CDs 10 Changing Various Settings 11 Error Messages Connecting to a telephone line Telephone wall jack Phone
15. a memory card Settings icon Displays the settings screens see page 25 This allows you to change settings such as the sereen display Janguage date and time audio auto start as well as memory card date and time settings SCREENSAVER FUNCTION The original screen is restored after any button or key is pressed Please note that while the screensaver function may help prevent possible screen damage to your television there are many different makes and models with each having its own features and functions Although we do not believe you will encounter any problems Sega is not responsible for any damage to your television set IF you will be taking a break and desire to leave the Dreameast on unattended for more than 60 minutes we recommend that you turn off your television set 13 14 PLAYING A GAME How To START A GAME 1 First turn on the television power then change the television input mode to Video Input Mode See your television s operating manual for information on how to Label side change to Video Input Mode which may also be called auxiliary yg input If you are connecting your Dreamcast via RF adapter see the RF adapter manual for directions Press the OPEN button to open the disc door shown until it clicks in place Manually press the disc door shut until it locks in place 2 Press the game disc down label side up as 5 4 5 Press the POWER button to turn on t
16. causes not related to defective materials or workmanship Additionally this warranty shall not be valid if the serial number of the Sega Dreamcast System unit has been altered defaced or removed in any way Please retain the original or a photocopy of your dated sales receipt to easily establish the date of purchase for in warranty repairs Obtaining Technical Help Service To receive trouble shooting assistance please contact Sega at web site http www sega com email address support sega com 800 number 1 800 USA SEGA Ifa representative is unable to solve your problem you will be given instructions for obtaining exchange repair service The following options are available Rapid Exchange Program You will be directed to the nearest Sega authorized service center Upon receipt of your unit and verification of proof of purchase the authorized service center will notify Sega to ship a remanufactured replacement in like new condition directly to you Repair Service If you prefer to have your original unit repaired you will need to return the defective merchandise freight prepaid and insured against loss or damage to Sega s main service center Sega reserves the right to replace items if repairs are not feasible To receive warranty service in the U S and Canada contact Sega s Service Department at www sega com or 1 800 872 SEGA PLEASE CALL FIRST FOR REPAIR INFORMATION The cost of returning the system to Sea s Service C
17. e Dreamcast Do not remove or connect peripheral equipment e g memory cards from the controller Do not power off or unplug the Dreamcast Selecting a group of files Selecting a group of files corresponding to the same game title If you press the X or Y Button on the Controller instead of the A Dutton you can select all files conespondiny to the sarne game title as the highlighted file Note however that you cannot select executable files such as Visual Memory Unit game VMU game files Press the X or Y Button once more to cancel the selection Selecting all files You can select all files in a memory card by selecting the ALL icon Buibeuew 3 23 LISTENING TO Music First turn on the television power then change the television input mode to Video Input Mode See your television s operating manual for information on how to change to Video Input Mode Press the OPEN button to open the disc door Press the music CD down as shown until it clicks in place Manually press the disc door shut until locks in place A Press the POWER button to turn on the power The music CD playing screen will be displayed automatically after the Dreamcast logo screen is displayed To display the music screen from the main menu see page 13 Select the Music icon and press the A Button AX caution Do not touch the dise while i is spinning Doing so may result in personal
18. e water is used such as bathrooms Surfaces whieh 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 Handling the Dreameast 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 lisent us reinmuve conuvlles vr peripheral equipment while a game is in progress Only use software and peripheral equipment which are compatible with the Dreamcast and authorized by Sega 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 Cleaning Follow the instructions listed below when cleaning the Dreameast Clean the Dreamcast case using a soft cloth soaked in water or a diluted neutral detergent Wring out the cloth thoreughly before wiping dirt from the ca
19. eamcast ORF Video cassette out recorder f RF unit seas Setting the TV Channel Said Ifyou are using an RF unit see below 1 Set the channel switch on the RF unit to CH3 Set your TV to channel 3 3 If channel 3 is used for TV viewing set your TV to channel 4 Then set the channel switch on the RF unit to CH4 Ifyour TV has automatic fine tuning control AFC tum it off and manually adjust the picture However if you have a color TV that turns black and white when the AFC is turned off leave the AFC on A Waring Where to place the Dreamcast Place the Dreamcast in locations such as those described below Failure to place the Dreamcast properly could result in fire or damage the Dreamcast A flat location Allocation where none of the air holes are blocked Allocation which is good distance from heat sources such as on top of a television VCR or close to aheater Never place the Dreamcast inside a sealed container Doing so could damage the Dreamcast Z Warning Lens 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 dlsc reading piuvess tens Do not touch the lens inside the disc door Ifthe lens gets not be able to properly read discs leading to malfunctions Call Sega s Technical Support at www sega com or 1 800 USA SEGA before attempting to clean the lens y it will
20. emory are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Sega Enterprises Ltd SEGA Is resistered in the U S Patent and Trademark Office Microsoft Windows and the WindowsCE logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the US and other countries Incorporated software uses fonts based on the fonts of Fontworks International Limited and have been customized for Dreamcast The Fontworks company name and font names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Fontworks International Limited Export use for profit rental or leasing of this product is prohibited Further Sega offers no warranty service or support outside of the US and Canada Product covered under one or more of U S Patents 5 460 374 5 627 895 5 688 173 4 442 486 4 454 594 4 462 076 and Re 35 839 and Japanese Patent 2 870 538 Patents pending in U S and other countries and Canada Patent 1 183 276 sean ENTERPRISES LTD 2000 orasmx0
21. enter shall be paid for by the purchaser Repairs After Expiration of Warranty If your Sega Dreamcast System requires repairs after the termination of the 180 day limited warranty period you may contact Sega at the web site email address or 800 number listed on this page for instructions on receiving technical support and repair service Limitations On Warranty Any applicable implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are hereby limited to 180 days from the date of Purchase and are subject to the conditions set forth herein In no event shall Sega of America Inc be liable for consequential or incidental damages resulting from the breach of any express or implied warranties The provisions of this limited warranty are valid in the United States and Canada only Some States do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or exclusion of consequential or incidental damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty provides you with specific legal rights You may have other rights which vary from state to state Sega Dreamcast Sega of America Inc P O Box 7639 San Francisco CA 941207639 1LB00USA SEGA E wore sega com Please note that specifications and product exterior may change Without notice Unauthorized reproduction of the contents of this document is prohibited SEGA Dreamcast the Dreamcast logo and Visual M
22. f connection The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment or equipment malfunctions may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment NOTICE The Ringer Equivalence Number REN assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5 The REN for this device is 0 3 Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility telephone lines and internal metalic water pipe system if present are connected together This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas A CAUTION Users should not attempt to make such connections th mselves but should contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or electrician as appropriate PART NAMES CONNECTING PERIPHERAL EQUIPMENT Front side of Disc door the Dreamcast POWER button Tums the Dreamcast on and off Power indicator Lights up when the Power
23. ftware to see if this feature is available 7 MANAGING GAME FILES INITIALIZING A MEMORY CARD Initialization isthe process of erasing all files using the ALL icon Initialization is necessary the first time you use a memory card after purchase or when you can no ise a memory card for some reason There are also some settings that can only be changed at initialization time icon and color These two settings can be used to help differentiate one memory card from another leon Select the ALL icon on the file pea amiy menu screen and press the A Button Enter Return to previous sereen Cancel Enter Select Delete All Memory Reset and press the A Button Enter Confirm that you want to delete all files by selecting Yes and pressing the A Button Enter 4 Select an icon and press the A Button Enter Please review the icons displayed on the screen Using the Directional Pad or the Analog Thumb Pad highlight the Icon you like and press the A Button Enter to choose it Choose Select to continue to the next display 18 5 Select a color and press the A Button Enter Please review the colors displayed on the screen Using the Directional Pad or the Analog Thumb Pad highlight the color you like and press the A Button Enter to choose it Choose Select to continue to the next display Confirm your choice of color and icon Select
24. he power The game will start automatically after the Dreamcast logo screen is displayed Ifthe game does not start automatically check the Auto Start setting sce page 26 Do not touch the Analog Thumb Pad Trigger L or Trigger R on the controller while tuming on the power Doing so could cause the Dreamcast to malfunction since the controller will not be properly initialized Some games require a memory card for saving data sold separately See page 18 for information on how to initialize a memory card if initialization is necessary To display the game screen from the main menu see page 13 Select the Play icon and press the A Button ENDING A GAME 1 Press the OPEN button to open the disc doar Make sure the disc has stopped spinning completely D Remove the disc Put your index finger or middle finger in the center hole of the disc then gently lift up the edge of the disc with your thumb Close the disc door and press the POWER button to turn off the power Changing discs To change discs and continue playing games shut the disc door without turning off the power after exchanging discs Certain games may encompass more than one disc Follow directions in the game to exchange discs during gameplay A caution Opening the disc door after the Dreamcast power is turned off is extremely dangerous since the disc will continue spinning at high speed without the brake to slow it down
25. ill be displayed Other Setting auto start Language oeoo o e Select the desired display language from the following Tapsnese Fnglish Deutsch Francals Espa ol Italiano Date Time e o o e o o ecse Ke B Change the With this setting the game screen is displayed Dreamcast date and automatically when a Dreameast only disc such as a time The controller game disc is inserted in Dreamcast actions arethe same Auto Start OFF es those deseribedin With this setting it is necessary to select the Play icon Setting the Date and or Music icon on the main menu after inserting a disc Time see page 12 by pressing the A Button Sound seeeeee sesse Synchronize the memory card clock s with the Dreamcast Set the audio to Stereo or Monaural Mono should be sated ifthe Dreamcast is connected to a monaural television see page 8 Synchronize the time between the Dreamcast and all connected memory cards 26 ERROR MESSAGES File management Error message Meaning of message and what to do No memory card found A memory card ie not connected to the controller Insert a memory card into a controller expansion socket A controller is not connected to the Dreamcast Connect a controller properly to the Dreamcast You may be using an unauthorized memory card Only use Sega authorized memory cards The destination Memory Card is full Unable to copy
26. in ooid seperately 1 On the memory card selection screen see page 16 select a Memory Card icon and press the A Button Enter The file menu screen will be displayed Return to previous Select the icon corresponding to the file to be copied deleted etc then press the A Button Enter File menu screen All icon Akon Y Icon Selects all Additional files above Additional files below moue The color displayed for this icon varies depending on the type of ile Moreen Executable nies or Visual Memory Unt games etc ncluding fies that cannot be i displayed iais 7 copied Red Copy protected fies Percentage of Black Saved game memory used fies Number of froo When selected fles ae blinkcia yellow Game ttle BACK icon T Information about Goes back one K s the selected file screen to the memory card selection screen GAME DATA This indicates whether the displayed information is Ea a Seca a Visual Memory Unit game or a fle saved from game software Number of blocks usod The memory card selection screen will be displayed again if the memory card 1s removed while the file menu is displayed Visual Memory Unit game VMU game A Visual Memory Unit game VMU game is a minigame played on the Visual Memory Unit The Visual Memory Unit has the ability to accept downloaded mini games from certain software for stand alone play See the operation manual for your so
27. ine use Contact your local telephone service provider for further information Modems and Telephones You cannot go online with the Dreamcast while you are using your telephone However you can play games offline You cannot use your telephone while the Dreamcast is online Connection Types that Cannot be Used for Online Gaming You cannot go online with any connection other than a telephone line for home use You cannot go online using a modular jack connected to an extension phone Companies and government offices often use private branch exchanges PBXs An extension phoneis a phone which is connected to a PBX and which requires you to dial 0 or some other number in order to place an outside call You need an analog connection The Dreamcast will not function with a digital connection n BEFORE USING THE DREAMCAST SETTING THE DATE AND TIME A screen for setting the date and time is displayed the first time you turn on the Dreamcast or when you tum it on after leaving it off for an extended period of time The information will intially be displayed in English You can select from 6 different languages see page 26 Regardless of the status of the date and time or the rechargeable battery the Dreamcast will retain your language selection 1 Press the POWER button to turn on the power The date time setting screen will be displayed automatically after the Dreamcast intro sc
28. is tumed on OPEN button Opens the disc door Controller connector Plug the connector in with Fon control ports Ato D the flat side up eA Note Some software and settings will not work through some ports Controller cable Controller Memory Card oo Vocal Memory Unit arp You can save and manage game files by inserting a memory card sold separately into Expansion Socket 1 or 2 lf four controllers are connected to the Dreamcast as many as eight memory cards can be managed Expansion Socket 1 Expansion Socket 2 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 PART NAMES CONNECTING PERIPHERAL EQUIPMENT Back side of the Dreamcast Phone jack Modem Air holes Do not beck AV germinal Warning To Prevont electric shock conned all cables tothe Dreamcast bef Connect yellow to the video terminal Connect white to the audio lft terminal Connect red to the audio right terminal your television i monaural AV input terminals Connect white to the audio terminal P For possible future LJ expandability Power cable supplied Stere
29. ller 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 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 alr holes which ars located fon 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 Do not expose the Dreamcast to water rain oF moisture as this can result in electric shock or fire To reduce the risk offre or electric shock do not expose the Dreamcast to rain or moisture Use the Dreamcast on a flat surface IFitis set at an angle when used the temperature inside the Dreameast will rise which could cause a fire or malfunction Never take the Dreamcast apart or try to modify It Doing so is very dangerous end could result in electric shock Never look directly at the lens inside the dise door Doing so could i
30. mode The memory card may malfunction in other modes See the Visual Memory Unit operating manual for further details Use only Sega authorized memory cards SELECTING A MEMORY CARD Select the memory card you want to display on the screen from among the memory cards connected to the controller Memory card e g Visual Memory sold 1 Insert the memory card Select the File icon from the main menu see page 13 then press the A Button Enter The memory card selection screen will be displayed 49 Select the icon corresponding to the memory card whose file menu you want to display then press the A Button Enter Memory card selection screen Percentage of memory Memory Card icon Sar The memory cards connected 10 Expansion Socket 1 or 20n each controller are Sopioyed When a memory card is selected and thea Button Enter is pressed the fle menu sereen ee Controller page The display shows which splayed and fles ofthe control ports A B stored on the C ar D a controller is memory card can be connected to accessed Ifthe Iigurglass ieun 1s displayed the Dreamenst is trying to read the contents of the memory card BACK icon When this is selected andthe A Button Socket 2 is pressed the previous screen main menu is displayed again SELECTING A FILE Select files on the memory card for copying deleting ete Memory card s
31. mpalr your vision if the laser beam hits your eyes during the discreading 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 100V 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 Avold 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 Dreameast to overheat possibly resulting in a fire or malfunction Do not use or store the Dreameast near open flame Do not use or store the Dreamcast near open flame or place lit or flammable items such as candies incense te on it Do not place any containers filed with water or other liquids near the Dreamcast Doing so could resul
32. o AV cable supplied The supplied stereo AV cable cannot be connected to a television without an AV input terminal Ifyou are using a monaural connection change the audio setting in the Dreamcast to Mono see page 26 Connecting to a TV or VCR without Audio Video Input Terminals Connecting to a TV Monitor and Antenna If an antenna cable is plugged into your TV or if you have cable TV use a Dreamcast RF unit sold separately 1 Unplug the antenna cable from the TV and plug it into the RF unit ANT IN terminal 2 Plug the RF unit TV OUT cable into the TV 3 Plug the RF unit A V IN cable into the AV terminal on the back of the Dreamcast IFyour television is connected to a VCR check to see if your VCR has audio video input terminals to which you can connect the supplied stereo AV cable Back side of the TV set VHF 75 chm ol Cable Ter r VHF antenna cable f RF unit Back side of F the Dreamcast T RF cable __ToAV termin Connecting to a TV that is connected through a VCR If a VCR is already connected between the antenna and your TV you may still connect the Dreameast by using a Dreamcast RF unit sold separately Back side of the TV set VHF 75 ohm 1 Unplug the antenna cable from the TV and plug it into the RF unit ANT IN terminal 2 Plug the RF unit TV OUT cable into the TV 3 Plug the RF unit A V IN cable into the AV terminal on the back of the Dr
33. omplies with FCC rules Part68 On this equipment is a label that contains among other information the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence Number REN for this equipment If requested this information must be provided to your telephone company Ringer Equivalence Number REN Ihe KEN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to your telephone line and still have all of those devices ring when your number is called Too many devices on one line may result in the devices net ringing in response to an incoming call In most but not all areas the sum of the RENS of all devices should not exceed five 5 0 To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to your line as determined by the total REN contact your local telephone company The REN for this devices is 0 7 An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this equipment This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack which is Part68 compliant This equipment connects to the telephone network through a standard USOC RJ 1 1C network interface jack If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network your telephone company may disconnect your service temporarily If possible they will notify you in advance If advance notice is not practical you will be notified as soon as possible You will also be advised of your right to file a com
34. pliant with the FCC Your telephone company may make changes in is facilities equipment operations or procedures that could affect the operation of your equipment If this happens the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service I the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network your telephone company may ask you to disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved Iyou have any questions or problem which cannot be solved by reading this document please contact Sega at 1 800 LUSASEGA of www sega com This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company Connection to party lines is subject to state tariffs Contact your state s public utility commission public service commission or corporation commission for more information Nonce The Industry Canada label identifies certfed equipment This certification means that the equipment meets telecommunications network protective operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Termir Equipment Technical Requirements document s The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the users satisfaction Before installing this equipment users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method o
35. pported by the software Game Playing Error message Meaning of message and what to do Please insert game disc This message is displayed if the Play icon is selected when a game disc is not Inserted in the Dreameast Insert a game disc in the proper orientation If a message different from those presented above is displayed contact Sega s Technical Support at www sega com or 1 800 USA SEGA TROUBLESHOOTING Your Dreamcast may not require repair service in cases such as those described below Before contacting Sega s Technical Support please go over the checks below Dreamcast Problem What to check What to do Reference page The Dreameastis so Are the air holes blocked Turn offthe power and unplug the power 2 3 hot you cannot Isthe Dreamcast set at an engle cable from the outlet Next leave the touch it Isit set close to anything that Dreamcast idle until it cools down Then set radiates heat the Dreamcast in an approved loctionlfno Isairblowing outof the fan vent air is coming out of the fan vent do not use the Dreamcast Contact Sega s Technical Suppor at www sega com or 1 300154 SEGA Power supply Problem What to check What to do Reference poge The date andme Is this the frst ime youhave used The rechargeable battery has lost its plz setting screen is the Dreamcast since purchasing i charge Connect the Dreamcast to an Jcisplayedeachtime o
36. r the first time after an extended outlet and turn on the power Charge the power is tumed period of not using it the rechargeable battery for at least on two hours ifthe date and time setting screen is stil displayed after the rechargeable battery has been charged contact Sega s Technical Support at www sega com or 1 800USASEGA The Dreamcast does Is the power cable property Securely plug the power cable into pe nottuin on when the connected the Dreameast and the outlet POWER buttonis Are you using a Sega authorized Only use a Sega authorized power pressed power cable cable Operation Problem What to check What to do Reterence pose The game does not gt Is the disc properly seated Securely seat the disc in place with the p 14 start when a disc is label side up inserted Are there any fingerprints or drton Clean the underside of the dise with a the disc store bought CD cleaner or similar cleaner Is the lens inside the disc door dirty Contact Sega s Technical Support at ps www sega com or I B00 USASEGA Is the type of disc suitable for your Use Dreameast only software discs that Dreamcast bear the mark Is auto start set to OFF Set auto start to ON p26 Does the same problem occur with Contact Sega s Technical Support at other Dreamcast dises www sega com or I B00 USASEGA Is the dise scratched Contact Sega s Technical Support at www sega com or 1 800 USA SEG
37. reen D Set the date and time Move the Directional Pad or the Analog Thumb Pad to the left or right to switch between date and time and move it up or down to adjust the setting The date format is as follows month mm day dd year yyy Move loft or right to change betwoon ficlds down to increase or decrease the numerical setting Cancel Return to Enter After setting the date and time choose Select and press the A Button Enter The Dreamcast may not function correctly if the correct time is not set Do not touch the Analog Thumb Pad Trigger L or Trigger R on the controller while turning on the power Doing so could cause the Dreamcast to malfunction since the controller will not be properly initialized The Dreamcast contains a rechargeable battery Charging the rechargeable battery settings Dreamcast is connected to a power source and It is recommended that you charge the turned on Charging works properly even when Dreamcast for about two hours the first time you you are playing games use it The date and time settings can be If the battery is not retaining a charge please maintained for about 20 days after the contact Sega s Technical Support at rechargeable battery has been charged for two www sega com or 1 800 USA SEGA 12 USING THE MAIN MENU The Play File management Music and Setting screens can be accessed from the main menu Itis not necessary to use
38. se then wipe the case dry with a soft cloth Ta clean tha lens insidie the dise daor please contact Sega s Technical Support at www sega com or 1 800ISASEGA 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 Dises Do not use dises other than Dreamcast compatible discs or musie CDs Also do not use oddly shaped CDs e g heart shaped or star shaped CDs 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 1s necessary to dispose of the Dreamcast or its peripheral equipment FCC Waming 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 Avold 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 This equipment c
39. t in fire or electric shock if the liquid spills and enters the Dreamcast or gets it wet If aliquid 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 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 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 Dreameast first unplug the power cable from the outer Do not tug the power cable or move the Dreameast 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 The following marks appear on the underside of the
40. ther information Modular plugs may vary from one area to another Make sure to use the correct modular conversion plug for the modular Jacks in your area PHONE CABLE Do not touch the plugs on the ends of the phone cahle Ifthe phone cable is not long enough use a longer phone extension cable sold separately Do not use an overly long phone cable The longer the phone cable you use the weaker the phone signal becomes If the modem does not seem to work correctly or you get frequently disconnected please try a shorter phone cable before contacting Sega s Technical Support at www sega com or 1 800 USA SEGA Do not bend knot or kink the phone cable Take care when positioning the phone cable to ensure that twill not trip someone become snagged or stepped on in some way CABLE POSITIONING Position the phone cable as far away as possible from electrical devices such as computer displays televisions and speakers Communication errors may occur too close to such devices r Notes If you have Call Waiting Service Please note that if you have Call Waiting service and someone calls you while the Dreamcast is online your connection may be disconnected or the game may function abnormally and disconnect If you want to ensure that the Dreamcast is not interrupted by incoming calls when you go online we recommend disabling your Call Waiting service or adding a separate phone line dedicated to onil
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