What type of USB cable does the PSP use?

The PSP uses a 5 pin Mini-B USB port. Any USB cable that fits this spec will work.

What is the USB port on a PSP for?

Using a commercially available USB cable, you can connect the PSP™ system to external devices such as the following: A device that allows a USB connection to the PSP™ system, such as an HDD recorder or the PS3™ system.

How do you charge a PSP Go?

Before you can use the PSPgo, you need to charge the battery. Plug the multiuse cable into the AC adaptor, and connect the cable to the PSPgo. Next plug the AC power cord into the AC adaptor and plug it into an outlet. The orange power indicator light will turn off when the charge is complete.

Why was PSP Go discontinued?

In October that year, Sony announced it would reduce the price of the unit. On April 20, 2011, the manufacturer announced that the PSP Go would be discontinued outside of North America so it could concentrate on the PlayStation Vita.

How do I connect my PSP to my computer via USB?

Plug the larger end of the USB cable into a USB port on your computer. Turn on your computer and the PSP if they are not already turned on. Locate the “Settings” menu on your PSP and select ‘USB Connection.” On the PSP’s main menu (know as XMB [Cross Menu Bar]) select left-most menu, the “Settings” column.

Can I charge PSP using USB cable?

Yes, the new PSP can be charged via its topside USB port, but the caveats involved make it more trouble than it’s worth: the USB charging is almost twice as slow, only works when the PSP is powered on and in a dedicated USB charge mode, and it needs a PC as a source–it won’t charge from a standalone AC-to-USB adapter.

How do I know if my PSP is go?

Scroll down to the System Settings icon and press X. Scroll down to System Information and press X. The screen that opens displays the PSP’s MAC address, system software version, and nickname. The system software version is the firmware version.

Is the PSP go obsolete?

The PSP Go (model PSP-N1000) is being discontinued. Sony today reportedly completed production and shipment of the final units in Japan, meaning that after the remaining stock is sold, the device will be killed off.