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PSPgo accessories

Assorted add-ons unveiled by Sony in Tokyo.

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 the Europe/PAL territories beginning January 2010*1 at a RRP of €39.99 and RRP of €14.99 respectively.

l 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.

l 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 in the SCEE territories to enhance its portability and convenience of users’ use, including:

l Cradle €24.99 (including tax)

l AV Cable €19.99 (including tax)

l Component AV Cable €24.99 (including tax)

l Car Adaptor*6 €24.99 (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 (SCEE)

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

Cradle for PSPgo Product Outline

Product name

Cradle

Product code

PSP-N340

Release date

November 1, 2009

Recommended retail price

€24.99

Various Types of Cables Product Outline

Product name

AV Cable

Component AV Cable

Product code

PSP-N150

PSP-N180

Release date

November 1, 2009

Recommended retail price

€19.99

€24.99

Game output

Yes

Yes

Car Adaptor Product Outline

Product name

Car Adaptor

Product code

PSP-N380

Release date

December 24, 2009

Recommended retail price

€24.99

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 connecter)

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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Email: scee_presscentre@scee.net

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