subject: How to Put Videos on PSP [print this page] Out of all the portable gaming devices, PlayStation Portable (PSP) stands out for the multiple features it offers besides gaming. You can play MP3 songs, browse the internet and store graphics on the PSP. Also, if you are not aware, it also has a facility to play digital videos. If you do not know how to put videos on PSP, this article will cure your ignorance.
Know Your PlayStation Portable (PSP)
For those of you who are new to the PlayStation portable, a little bit of background of this device must be provided. Other than PlayStation 2 (PS2) or PlayStation 3 (PS3), PSP is a handheld gaming device manufactured by 'Sony Computer Entertainment'. This device has been around in the market for quite some time now since its release in North America in March 2005. A large viewing screen and usage of optical disc format for storage make it unique. Its connectivity with Playstation 3, Internet and its multimedia support make it a versatile device. Another version released in 2007 is slimmer and lighter and not surprisingly, called 'Slim & Lite', while the latest one is called 'PSP Go'. It has a memory stick storage facility and USB, wi-fi Internet and infra red connectivity. It is quite a jack of all trades among the gaming devices available in the market.
How to Put Videos on PSP from Computer
So now let us get down to the task of understanding how to put videos on PSP from a computer. Many people seem to be unaware of how that's done. It is quite easy and I will show you how. Here are the essential things you will need to make a smooth transfer of videos on to the PSP.
PSP Memory Stick
A USB cable (A to mini-B)
A MPEG-4 Video Converter software
Here is a step by step procedure that will show you how to put videos on PSP from your computer.
Update the PSP Software
It is essential that you update the installed software system of your PSP. You can do this by visiting the official 'PlayStation' website which hasPSP downloads and get the software or you could download it on your computer and then transfer it to the PSP or by using the UMD disc. Install the software carefully according to the specified instructions.
Convert Videos to MPEG-4 (mp4) Format
Why do you need to convert videos to MPEG-4 format? That is because unless you don't, PSP is not going to play them. In short, MPEG-4 is the supported video format for PSP video player. So what you will need is a versatile video converter software, which can convert AVI, FLV and other video formats to MPEG-4. Many such softwares are available on the Internet, for free. Download and install one. Convert the files that you intend to transfer on to the PSP into mp4 format and store them in a file on your hard disk. Encode videos at a bit rate of 768 kbps or lesser. A video encoded at a higher bit rate will not be played on the PSP.
Connect Computer and PSP
Using a USB cable, supplied with the PSP, connect your computer with the PSP. Make sure that you enable 'USB Auto Connect' in system settings. Pressing the 'X' button will activate the connection for use.
Transfer Video Files from Computer to PSP
Once the PSP memory is accessible through the USB cable, transfer the MPEG-4 format videos into the folder named 'VIDEO'. Do not copy in the 'PSP' folder that you'll see. If there isn't a 'VIDEO' folder there, create one and transfer files. All folders on a PSP should be in capital letters. The speed of transfer will depend on which port you use for data transfer. With that, the transfer of videos from computer to PSP is complete. Just access the Videos section to watch your favorite videos!
If you are wondering, how to put videos on psp from youtube or how to put videos on psp from limewire, then your question has already been answered. Just download the youtube videos or the limewire videos (using a P2P file sharing program which limewire provides), on your computer using the appropriate softwares, convert them to MPEG-4 format and transfer them to PSP.
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Hope this article has given you a clear idea of how to put videos on PSP. With devices like PSP, videos can be played on the go, when you want to chill out after a nerve wracking gaming session!
