Sony SOCOM 3 User's Manual
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1.2. 00 cece ee eee standing next to vehicle and special action icon appears PCC Ae corr ne eee peas ae eknehoe see ee eGeue ade left analog stick when driving THO seriernes weno Gd Baw ee ee A left analog stick Jl when driving e E E A eeede right analog stick when driving Aim Weapon essare saaan dd ead eee ates eee a a ii right analog stick when operating mounted weapon Pire WEAPON 424 a4 es meii rns iine E eee when operating mounted weapon ONLINE COMMUNICATION 4 Using the On Screen Keyboard to enter Data and Chat When data entry is required the on screen keyboard displays automatically To chat press to open the Online Keyboard Note You can only enter date and chat using the on screen keyboard when connected to a game room e Press the directional buttons or left analog stick to highlight a key then press X to select and enter the character in the field e Press O to backspace e Press to move the cursor right e Press to move the cursor left e Press to shift e Press to toggle Caps Lock e Select ENTER or press to enter data or transmit chat e Press to close the keyboard without transmitting or entering data e Text chat during Mission using the Chat Menu Note You can use an optional USB keyboard to enter data and chat Once connected press ENTER on your keyboard to activate it in data entry or chat situations SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs Sony Computer Entertainment America 4 Text Cha
3. you must have installed a Network Adaptor Ethernet Modem for PlayStation 2 on your PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system before playing or use the PlayStation 2 with internal network connector Set up the Network Adaptor Ethernet Modem for PlayStation 2 according to the instructions included in its packaging Caution Unplug the power cord on your PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system before adding any networking equipment to the system Note SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs Public Beta Version must be played over a broadband internet connection DSL cable modem or higher speeds 4 Memory Cards A memory card 8MB for PlayStation 2 is required to play SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs Public Beta Version Before playing online a valid network configuration must be saved to the memory card 8MB for PlayStation 2 using either the Network Startup Disc or the SOCOM 3 Network Configuration Utility 4 Setting Up the Headset optional SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs Public Beta Version is compatible with both the SOCOM headset and USB headset for PlayStation 2 The headset connects to either one of the USB Universal Serial Bus connectors located on the front of your PlayStation 2 com puter entertainment system With the USB symbol facing UP insert the cable into one of the USB connectors SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs Sony Computer Entertainment America CONTROLS DUALSHOCK 2 analog controller Configuration L2 button R2 b
4. PlayStation 2 select YES if you want to save your profile and password This is highly recommended T Please read the User Agreement and select ACCEPT if you agree to the terms Note You must agree to the terms of the User Agreement to connect to SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs Public Beta Version 8 If the player name you have selected is available you will be prompted to register that name Choose YES and press Q to register that player name If you receive an incorrect password error someone has already registered that player name and you must select a new one 9 At the SOCOM 3 Operations Control Network Menu select BRIEFING and press X Press the directional buttons or left analog stick to select a briefing room you would like to enter and press amp Select a game from the list and press X to enter the Game Lobby If you receive notification that the game is already in progress press to go to the game lobby Press the button to select READY If the game is already in progress you will join the game when you select READY If in between games selecting READY indicates that you are ready to play PLAYING THE ONLINE GAME 4 Online Mission Types As you cycle through Game Lobbies on the BRIEFING screen each game s mission type appears to the right of the Game Name under GAME DETAILS to help you decide which game to join Breach SEALs attempt to break through barriers and destroy key targets in a terrorist strong
5. others to send you messages while playing or prevent others from contacting you while in game Disable Other Messages Disable general in game messages Enable Quick Login Allows you to get online with Fast Login from the main menu Looking for Clan Let other players know you are looking to join a clan MY SETTINGS Friends Add other players to your friends list so you can easily find them online Simply press to add a friend Ig nore Unfortunately not every player out there is cool enough to game with but if you run into a bad apple you don t have to keep playing Simply add them to your ignore list and you will never have to hear from them again Taunts You can save up to three quick taunts for use in game Invitations This is where you will find invites from other players asking you to join their Friends List or Clan THE START MENU Pressing lt during an online game will pull up the Start Menu and give you access to a variety of game options Press the direc tional buttons 4 J to highlight a menu option and press to confirm your selection Note Accessing the Start Menu during online gameplay will not pause the game Resume Resume game Abort Mission Aborting the mission will return you to the online interface Aim Pitch Select between Normal or Inverted Controller Vibration Turn vibration function on or off Message Window Turn message window on or off Hil y ES 14
6. require a username and password for e mail but allow you to connect to the internet without them SSS a j aal i TRT z A eS A I iil SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs Sony Computer Entertainment America CREATING A NETWORK CONFIGURATION cont d 6 Set the IP Address if needed The usual setting is AUTO and you are not required to enter the IP Address which is automatically assigned using DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol However a DHCP host name may also be required If so press the button to open the advanced setting and enter the host name If your ISP requires a static IP address select MANUAL and enter the address In addition to the IP Address you must enter the Netmask and probably the address of the Default Router Check with your ISP if you are not sure about any of these numbers A Set the DNS Address if needed The usual setting is AUTO and you are not required to enter the IP Address of the Domain Name Server If required select MANUAL and enter primary and secondary addresses 8 You are almost finished On the Name Your Setting screen press the button to display the Virtual Keyboard if you want to give your network configuration a specific name Press the directional button right and press the amp button to save your new setting with the default name You will be prompted to Test the Connection prior to exiting the Setting Guide Mode This is optional but rec
7. 10 0 0 ae a eae aea ING ae ene ke wee el one Aone een E es eee se bac run firmly Peek around corner 0 0 c eee cece eee enes directional buttons lt or gt SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs Sony Computer Entertainment America 4 Character Movement and Actions cont Toggle primary secondary weapon 00 00 tap Toggle weapon to semi full auto 04 press C3 twice or hold Reload weapon snnnnnnnan nanan Activate special action 1COMS n enasna Toggle special action icons 5 5 4 5220s wks eek Re ees weede hold X directional buttons lt or gt then release Toggle perspective 3rd person Ist person weapon scope directional buttons ids multiple taps WAN 6 aa ea eh ee sete a dre Ree ee eee nee eee left analog stick also while submerged Submerge Resurface while swimming N tap Note While swimming or submerged characters are restricted from using weapons Also while submerged an air meter will appear next to the character s name When the air meter is depleted the character will automatically resurface Cycle through teammates during online play directional buttons lt gt after you are out of action Note You will be able to do this in Spectator mode as well Change Customize weapon during online play after you are out of action 4 Vehicle Controls and Actions Mount Dismount Vehicle
8. COM 3 U S Navy SEALs Public Beta Version have your Internet Settings ready for reference and follow the steps below 1 Make sure a memory card 8MB PlayStation 2 is inserted into a MEMORY CARD slot on your PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system 2 On the Title Screen Menu select ACCOUNT SETUP The LOGIN TO SOCOM 3 ONLINE Screen will appear and the cursor will default to the Edit Network Configurations button Press X to launch the Network SCE Ethernet Network Adaptor Configuration application Ci a Select ADD SETTING and select MEMORY CARD slot 1 or 2 Press the directional button J to highlight a menu option and gt to accept settings and advance to the next screen If you change your mind about a setting press the directional button lt to return to the previous screen or to return to the Network Configuration main menu 4 Select Hardware Select SCE ETHERNET NETWORK ADAPTOR If you are using a different type of network adaptor please consult its manual Press the button to open the Advanced Settings Menu if necessary It is highly recommended you leave this setting to AUTO DETECT unless you are sure of a different setting A Select OK at the Prompt and proceed with entering settings Are a User ID and password required to connect to the internet through your ISP Internet Service Provider Select REQUIRED or NOT REQUIRED If required enter the User ID and password Note Some ISPs
9. SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs Sony Computer Entertainment America Public Beta Manual for PlayStation 2 Sony Computer Entertainment America RATING PENDING mpr ZIPPER SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs 2005 Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc Visit www esrb org Developed by Zipper Interactive Inc The U S Navy provided technical support but for updated rating INT ERACT VE does not officially endorse this product PlayStation and the PS Family logo are information CONTENT RATED BY ESRB registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs Sony Computer Entertainment America TABLE OF CONTENTS SETTING UP YOUR CONSOLE Network Adaptor Ethernet Modem for PlayStation 2 Memory Cards 0 0 00 cee Setting Up the Headset optional CONTROLS 534d 40k isk bs eee ew ee Sheen aed edas Menu Controls 0 0 0 ee ee Character Movement and Actions Vehicle Controls and Actions 0000005 ONLINE COMMUNICATION Using the On Screen Keyboard to Enter Data and Chat Text Chat During the Missions Using the Chat Menu USING THE HEADSET ONLINE CREATING A NETWORK CONFIGURATION GET CONNECTED TO SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs PLAYING THE GAME ONLINE Online Mission Types 0 00 cee eee eee Finding a Game penne ecne
10. euetes seeds re seeseeeces CONNECTING TO AN ONLINE GAME The Online OCN Interface 0 0 0 eee eee Briefing eee h hs Bead Vee ose heehee eae us Hee oe TAU 6 2 Samer ae ea a Communication 0 0 00 es Create Clan 0 cc ee a Map Screen 0 ce ees ODIOS oa maosuacneaheeeeue pepesaneheaeeeaces My Settings 2 2 06 6 6 ache esd ee dew w ce edewtaadn THE START MENU 0 00 cece eee SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs Sony Computer Entertainment America SETTING UP YOUR CONSOLE Set up your PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system according to the instructions in its Instruction Manual Make sure the MAIN POWER switch located in the back of the console is turned ON Press the RESET button When the power indicator turns green press the OPEN button and the disc tray will open Place the SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs Public Beta Version disc on the disc tray with cee the label side facing up Press the OPEN button again and the disc tray m a ail 1 1 CE C Ea EN IR receiver will close Attach game controllers and other peripherals as appropri ate Follow on screen instructions and refer to this manual for informa controler port 1 tion on using the software 4 Network Adaptor Ethernet Modem for PlayStation 2 In order to play SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs Public Beta Version Online
11. hold Terrorists use their fortifications to prevent the SEAL incursion Demolition Find the bomb and blow up the opposition headquarters Get hold of the bomb and become the hunted as enemy troops try to kill you and your team before their HQ is destroyed Lose the bomb and you re now on defense Plant the bomb in the enemy base and prevent it from being defused by the enemy until it blows up Suppression This is a pure fight to the death between SEALs and terrorists with a five minute time limit The winner has the most men left standing Suppression maps can be set to respawn and players will instantly come back to life after being killed to rejoin the fight Escort Key personnel need to be moved to a secure location SEALs win by getting at least two VIPs to the extraction point or killing all terrorists Terrorists win by eliminating all VIPs or all SEALs SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs Sony Computer Entertainment America 4 Online Mission Types cont d Extraction This is a hostage situation SEALs win by killing all terrorists or escorting at least two hostages to the extraction point Terrorists win by killing the SEALs If the terrorists murder a hostage it counts as a rescued hostage for the SEALs Control This is all about territory and taking control of it In order to do so you must be the first team to plant a beacon at each of the control points across the environment Once a beacon has been planted it can t be taken away by
12. hrough the games list based on your filtering preferences If the maximum 32 players are already in the game select a different game Select Autoplay 1 Select AUTOPLAY and configure a game to your specific parameters 2 Cycle through your preferences and then select SEARCH FOR GAMES to find ones based on your parameters wt TFE s no Or 10 SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs Sony Computer Entertainment America After you connect to a Universe server you will be presented with a Server News screen which lists any current informa tion about the status of the SOCOM 3 server You can exit this screen and continue by pressing the at any time The Online OCN Interface The online interface is broken down into seven sections Briefing Autoplay Community Create Clan Map Screen Options and My Settings BRIEFING Briefing Choose from a list of rooms with active games Once you have chosen a room you will automatically move to the Join Game menu Join Game Join a specific game from a list Highlighting a game will show the details game type etc on the right hand side of the screen Create Game Create a custom game You choose the settings Spectate Not up for playing Choose Spectate to simply sit back and watch the fun Not available in the Multiplayer Beta Filters Set your preferences for what type of games are displayed for you to join Not available in the Multiplayer Beta AUTOPLAY Autoplay i
13. le voice chat on off The Who s Talking Icon will appear when someone is communicating To speak 1 Press and hold until you hear the ready tone and the Comm Icon appears at the bottom of the screen 2 Speak normally and keep it brief Transmit a message of ten seconds or less Minimize chatter to give every one a chance to communicate Release when done talking SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs Sony Computer Entertainment America CREATING A NETWORK CONFIGURATION Note If you have already created a valid network configuration using the PlayStation 2 Network Adaptor Start Up Disc or network start up application for another online PlayStation 2 game and have the memory card 8MB for PlayStation 2 containing that configuration in your PlayStation 2 console skip this section and review the remaining sections Before you can play SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALS Public Beta Version online you must have a valid network configuration saved to a memory card 8MB PlayStation 2 If you have already created and saved a network configuration using the PlayStation 2 Network Adaptor Start Up Disk you are good to go If not you can use the Network Configuration application on your SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs Public Beta Version disc Note For more detailed information on creating a Network Configuration see the PlayStation 2 Network Adaptor Start Up Disc Instruction Manual To Create a Network Configuration using the application on the SO
14. lter games by whether vehicles are enabled or not Time of Day Choose to play at noon day game or night night game Connection Speed This option will filter servers based on their ping time You can choose to show only servers that are fast Green average Yellow or slow Red Reset Choose this to reset everything to the default option Search for Games Select this to start the search for any game matching your parameters COMMUNICATION This is your connection to the SOCOM Online Community Check in daily SOCOM 4 Daily to make sure you have the latest info on the game or use the private Email to schedule an online match with your friends or clan mates SOCOM 3 Daily Here you will find news on the game polls and surveys as well as any info on SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs promotions SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs Sony Computer Entertainment America COMMUNICATION cont d Leaderboards Think of this as your way to prove to the world how good you are The leaderboards are an up to the second listing of the top SOCOM 3 players worldwide Clan Ladders How does your clan stack up against the rest Find out here Message Board Read messages from other players or post your own thoughts on the game This is an open forum for all players Personal Edit your online profile or check your personal Email Feedback Submit questions and comments about SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs directly to Sony We want to know what you
15. ommended GET CONNECTED TO SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALS Use of the online portion of this game is subject to the terms and ff conditions underthe User Agreement located within the game Cc A full copy of the User Agreementis available at www us playstation com useragreement aspx id 1 Jackal 1 On the Title Screen Menu select ACCOUNT SETUP Choosing ACCOUNT SETUP will take you to the LOGON TO SOCOM 3 ONLINE Screen Note Once you ve created a profile and have saved it to a memory card 8MB for PlayStation 2 choosing FAST LOGIN will directly connect you online 2 Select LOGIN to connect to the internet you must have a Network Configuration aa On the Select Universe Screen select a Universe to connect to the SOCOM 3 Online Screen Select Player Name Enter a screen name and select ENTER Select PASSWORD enter a password then select ENTER Highlight GENDER and press to toggle your gender You are not required to enter your GENDER to create a persona to play online Note Be sure to write down or remember your password Lost passwords cannot be retrieved by SCEA Consumer Services If you lose your password create a new player name and password for online play 5 Select CONNECT When prompted to write down name and password info press SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs Sony Computer Entertainment America GET CONNECTED TO SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs cont d 6 When prompted to save to a memory card 8MB for
16. s designed to quickly help you get into the game It will default to the most liberal settings but you can choose MAP NAMI Harvester to filter any of the settings in order to tailor the online experi JAME TYPI ANY ence to your liking CORE TYPI ANY NUMBER PLAYER Map Name The default setting will search for games being played on any map however you can choose a specific map here This is a great way to find a game on your favorite map or to keep playing a map you want to learn 11 SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs Sony Computer Entertainment America AUTOPLAY cont d Game Type The default setting will search for any game type but you can choose a specific type here You can choose between Breach Control Convoy Demolition Escort Extraction and Suppression Score Type This determines how the game is scored SOCOM 3 will default to Ladder scoring but you can also choose from Open and Respawn scoring Number of Players You can search for games with any number of players or restrict your search to a minimum number so that you never get stuck in a game with too few opponents Advanced Options This section contains more gameplay options Friendly Fire You can choose to search for any game or games with Friendly Fire specifically enabled or disabled Weapon Modes SOCOM 3 will default to games with all weapons however if you only want to play with a certain kind or set you can set that filter here Vehicles Fi
17. t during Missions using the Chat Menu Tap to open the Chat Menu Press the directional buttons to highlight a chat menu option and press to transmit the message Friend Invite Invite an in game player to be a friend Taunts These are preset vocal taunts and customizable text message taunts you can direct at the opposition Radio Select Active channel for voice communication using the headset See Using the Headset Online on the following page Ignore Turn off text messaging and voice chat from a specific player Vote Vote to have a player removed from the game Clan Invite Invite an in game player to your clan USING THE HEADSET ONLINE Note SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs Public Beta Version is designed to conduct 2 way conversations with other players dur ing Online Games Communication with your team is essential for victory Use your headset for voice communication with your team during Online gameplay Enemy players will not be able to hear your team s communications Communicate with online teammates over five channels Tap and select RADIO from the Chat Menu then select the channel you want to speak over PU he seh oe ee Ge ee Se ee ee ee Communicate with the entier team Channel Uh apse set ood deb he on oe ee ed Se hw ak HOE Communicate with other teammates on the Channel 1 GUS Jo 5a den eee ee ee eee ees FR E ne eae Communicate with other teammates on the Channel 2 Ol OM sssrini oo hated eee head mie ae ete eee ee Togg
18. the enemy but they also can plant a beacon at each control point The team that is able to place beacons at all of the control points first wins Convoy One team must guide a convoy across enemy territory and through a series of checkpoints to a pre set location Once there they will have to pick up some cargo and then continue through another set of checkpoints to make it out alive It s up to the opposing team to stop the convoy If both of the cargo vehicles are destroyed or all of the convoy team members are killed the opposing team wins If at least one of the cargo loaded vehicles makes it through intact the convoy team wins 4 Finding a Game 1 Start your search by selecting a Universe on the Select Universe screen that appears as soon as you connect 2 Connect and select ACCEPT on the User Agreement screen to enter the SOCOM 3 Online Screen From this screen you have three options for finding a game Join manually Browse through Briefing Rooms and games 1 Select BRIEFING and make a room selection 2 Scroll through the games to select the one you want to join Use Input Filters to Set Game Preferences Not available in the Multiplayer Beta 1 Select BRIEFING and then choose FILTERS 2 On the Filters Menu select and change each Input Filter parameter to the game description you want and select RETURN when finished You ll have the options to save these settings to a memory card 3 Select BRIEFING and scroll t
19. think Help Read a FAQ on the game or browse the online manual CREATE CLAN Playing online is fun but it is always more fun to play with your friends and a clan is a perfect way to do that Creating a clan gives you an easy way to identify yourself with the group and lets others know that you are part of a high profile team To create a clan you must first enter a Clan Name and then a Clan Tag Now click on Create Clan So long as the name is not already taken your clan will be created MAP SCREEN The Map Screen will allow you to do some pre mission reconnaissance before entering the battlefield Notable items including SEAL and terrorist spawn points vehicle locations and base headquarters will be displayed here Map Name Choose Map Name to see the name of the map currently selected Game Type Select Game Type to see the different map layouts for each of SOCOM 3 s game types Demolition Escort Breach Convoy Control Extraction Full Screen Choose full screen to zoom the selected map up to the size of your screen 13 SOCOM 3 U S Navy SEALs Sony Computer Entertainment America OPTIONS This is the place to configure your options MP options will allow you to configure your online play while the Options tab will allow you to configure game options such as audio video and control Player Name On Off Choose whether or not you want player names displayed during a match Retrieve Messages in Game Allow
20. utton L1 button R1 button directional buttons A button left analog stick O button L3 button when pushed down SELECT button X button ANALOG mode switch CO button START button right analog stick R3 button when pushed down 4 Menu Controls Navigate menu Highlight menu item directional buttons or left analog stick Select highlighted menu item 0 00 e ee eee amp Previous screen Return to Main Menu N Open Start Men sciccrcrssicrisrniisi eapi becwehaws Pa Voice Chat with headset 0 cece ee ee eee eee hold voice Access team command menu via controller directional buttons or left analog stick Open team command sub menu 2000005 Highlight tactical command on sub menus directional buttons or left analog stick 4 J3 Execute Commmand eesse asune a CE E se oR Cycle through Weapons Equipment directional buttons 4 Select Weapon PQUIPMCH lt s 200 5 deedetegdeeesceh exe amp Player statistics sc cae daue andes ddathderebaveedeeavbons 4 Character Movement and Actions Note These are the default Precision Shooter controls You can change controls on the Options menu MOVE CHAI essas aeni eR ston CEREN 20 left analog stick Aim weapon look 0 0 0 0 ce eee eens right analog stick Change body position stand prone crouch N press hard to go prone A 0
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