How to Download Videos to Your PSP

How to Download Videos to Your PSP

Learn how to easily download, convert, and transfer videos to your PlayStation Portable (PSP) with this step-by-step guide.

When you hear of the PSP, the very first thing that probably comes to your mind is games. In fact, if you actually own one, you have likely spent hours playing the latest role-playing games on it. Despite draining and recharging your battery numerous times, you may not have discovered all the wonderful things your PSP can do. Its creators might not be thrilled at how many of its features go unused, meaning you are missing out on enjoying other highlights, such as watching your favorite videos. Perhaps you simply do not know how to download videos, which is why you have never had the chance to watch them on your PSP.

You do not have to be a tech geek just to watch movies or video clips on your PSP. Video downloading does not even require a collection of advanced electronic gadgets. Here are some easy steps to do it:

1. First, check how much storage memory your PSP has. While it rarely happens, if you have less than 512 MB remaining, you should either prepare a memory stick or upgrade to a higher-capacity memory card. Next, sit near a personal computer with your PSP and have a USB cable ready.
2. Switch off your PSP and log on to your computer. If you are planning to download online movies or the latest pop hits, such as Eminem videos, make sure your PC is connected to the internet. Connect your PSP to the PC using the USB cable. Once connected, switch on your PSP.
3. A prompt will appear on your PC screen asking what you would like to do with the connected device. Access your PSP storage and create two folders: name one MP_ROOT and the other 100mnv01.
4. If your videos are already stored on your PC hard drive, you can simply copy them into the 100mnv01 folder on your PSP. However, if they are not in MP4 format, you will need to convert them before copying, otherwise your PSP will not be able to play them. For example, if a file is in the 3GP format—which is commonly used for mobile phone videos—you will have to convert it to MP4 using a video converter that can be easily downloaded for free from the internet.
5. When downloading directly from the internet, also make sure the format is MP4. Music videos are usually already in MP4 format; however, those meant for mobile phones, such as WAP videos, normally use the 3GP format and may require conversion. Save these files in the 100mnv01 folder on your PSP as well.

These are the simple steps to follow when downloading videos to your PSP. Once you have completed them, you are ready to watch your videos anywhere you take your PSP, turning it into a complete portable entertainment system.