HELP! ps3 and resolution, hdmi

[Midship_Express]

When you change the resolution a new screen will pop up displaying the change and asking if this is acceptable. You have 60 seconds to press ok or it will revert back to the standard setting which outputs though the AV cables that cam standard with the system. An HD cable was not standard in most PS3 bundles. Most likely it is simply trying to output in the wrong format. I had a similar issue when trying to hook up mine which is setup for HDMI to my friends standard TV. Simply get some AV cables and you're good.

[Jand3rson]

HDMI sucks. You will never see a difference using standard component cables.

[Midship_Express]

That is like saying you won't notice a difference between VHS and blue ray.

[einstein57]

That is like saying you won't notice a difference between VHS and blue ray.

I think your confusing component with composite. I'm a believer that there is no need to convert your component to HDMI but if your just starting out i'd just get an HDMI cable. A crappy HDMI cable will usually have less distortion then cheap RCA cables. You'll end up spending quite a bit on quality RCAs. But for most people with their crap $500 Vizios and low hertz rate LCDs won't notice the difference. I have an older high quality panasonic that kicks the crap out of most newer with higher resolution ratings. Also have a very old NEC.

[Midship_Express]

My mistake. I'm no expert here.

[dantheman]

Return it. Unless you got a really good deal on it.