Always check the PS3 Compatibility List on the PSX-Place forums before converting.

You need your console’s act.dat and idps.hex . You can extract these using PS3xploit or Dumpster homebrew apps. (Note: Never share these files online).

You can embed a PNG image (512x512 pixels) that will appear as the game icon on the XMB. If omitted, the PS3 will show a generic “PS2” logo.