The PSN is a gaming and shopping service created by Sony.It is used for video game consoles.Your "wallet" is the money you have in your account.You don't need to add funds to your wallet in order to use your network account, but the wallet is used to purchase games and movies in the store, which is accessible through the console.You can add money to your account through the console menu.This article will show you how to add money to your account.
Step 1: Turn on your console.
Before you click on anything, allow it to load the Cross Media Bar."Games," "Video" and "PlayStation Network" are some of the options on the XMB.If you want to add funds to your account, your system needs to be updated with current software.The settings menu icon looks like a suitcase if you scroll left through the XMB.The "System Update" icon can be found when you scroll down vertically.To update your system, press the icon.
Step 2: You can scroll down to see the icon.
The blue ball has the controller symbols of a square, triangle, cross and circle.Click on it.
Step 3: When you reach the "Account Management" icon, scroll vertically.
There is a pencil next to it.You can click on this icon.
Step 4: The "Transaction Management" can be reached by scrolling down through the options.
The icon is a graphic of coins.You can click on the icon.Click the "Redeem Codes" option to add money with a promotion code.Email promotion codes or gift cards may be included.
Step 5: The first icon in the vertical list is labeled "add funds".
"Require Password at Checkout, Automatic Funding, Transaction History, Downloads List, and Services List are available in this menu."
Step 6: There is a box that pops up when you enter your password.
Click on the box and use the controller to type in the password at a time.When you are done, press the "OK" button.
Step 7: You can fund your wallet with either a credit card or a network card.
The network cards are available at authorized stores.You can choose the option you prefer.
Step 8: You can add the amount of money to your wallet.
You can get $5, $10, $25, $50 and $150 in North America.Your wallet cannot be more than $150.
Step 9: You can enter your credit card details.
If you are using a credit card, you will need to provide personal information.If you save the card on your wallet, the details will not have to be entered for future purchases.If your card doesn't work, it's probably not activated when you bought it.You can return the card to the store with your receipt.
Step 10: Agree to the terms of service.
Money added to your wallet is non-refundable.You can use your funds to purchase content from the PlayStation store after the screen pops up to confirm the amount added to your wallet.