Feb 22

Best PS3 HDMI Cable

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If you want to get best visual experience from your PlayStation 3 you’ll need a HDTV and a good quality HDMI cable or Component lead.

In this article I’ll be focusing on HDMI cables and explain a little about them, so that you can get the best from your gaming setup.

Here’s a few common questions you may have regarding AV cables and your PS3.

Does the PS3 come with a HDMI cable?

No, the PlayStation 3 does not come with a HDMI cable. The console is sold with a standard definition scart lead, I guess to ensure compatiblity with tv’s! You’ll need to buy a new cable if you want the full HD Experience.

Aren’t all HDMI cables the same?

Yes and No, all produced cables are supposed to meet certain hdmi specifications but this leads to manufactors building the cable as they interpret the specs. Some cables are certified with a hdmi license and these are generally considered to be of a better quality.

Can I get a longer cable?

Yes you can get a longer cable if you need too. I’d recommend getting a cable just long enough to meet your needs around 4ft or 1.2 meters is the most common cable length. However if you need a longer cable you can get them in 6ft, 8ft, 15ft and even upto 50ft lengths.

Do I need a seperate audio cable?

No, hdmi cables can transmit sound and video so you don’t really need an extra audio cable, though some people will prefer a seperate audio cable if they want to run the sound through a surrond sound system or similar device.

Can a new hdmi cable fix display problems?

Yes, you’ll be suprised at how often people suffer from all kinds of display problems and solve the problem just by using a different cable. I personally have dealt with this myself when my PS3 would work fine in 720p but would go fuzzy in 1080p. The problem was the cable.

Okay so with those commons questions out of the way I thought it would be a good idea to do a brief review on the most popular PS3 HDMI cables.

Best PS3 HDMI Cables


BlueRigger High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet 6.6 Feet (2m)

If you’re looking for a good quality cable but don’t want to blow the budget then this is for you.

The BlueRigger cable is very popular and scores a average of 5 stars over 2000 reviews.

Pick up a BlueRigger HDMI cable at Amazon for less than $10

Mediabridge Ultra Series – High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet – (6 Feet)

Next up from the BlueRigger cable comes this one from Mediabridge, which again is high quality but at a low price. Its also certified by the HDMI licencing authority and has full metal jacket connector shielding.

Over 3000 reviews with an average of 5 stars.

Pick up a Mediabridge HDMI cable at Amazon for less than $10

Monster Cable Ultra 1000 HDMI Cable (4 Feet)

If you’re looking for the absolute best quality cable you can’t go far wrong with monster cables. Monster is well know for delivering above and beyond standard spec cables. This cable has received many 5 star reviews and is popular with gamers and movie viewers. These cable is well worth checking out at the new reduced price.

Pick up a Monster Ultra HDMI cable at Amazon for less than $20

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Jun 16

PS3 Loud Fan Noise Problem Solved

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In this short guide I’ll explain a few different methods of how you can reduce the noise of your PS3 fan. Loud & Noisy fans have plagued PS3 owners for too long and its time to take action against this problem.

All these tips and many more can be found in the PS3 Repair Manual

1) Dust & Dirt

Your console is making a loud noise during operation and is caused by a build up of dust and dirt within the PS3 console, typically these symptoms will occur on older games consoles but can often happen after just a few months of operation of new consoles depending on their location in the home.

Solution

Regular vacuuming around the outside of the console and particularly the vents on the front, sides and the rear of the console. It’s also a good idea to keep the surfaces around the console free of dust and vacuuming is recommended once or twice a month depending on the time spent playing the ps3 console. Small hand held vacuum cleaners are best suited to this job and can be found here: Continue reading »

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May 23

How To Do The PS3 Fan Test

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In this short guide I’ll explain how to test your PS3 fan to make sure its working properly, this test can also help blow out lots of the dust from within your console. This method only works for 40gb consoles although some people have reported that it also works on other models, my best advice is to try it on your console it will either work or it will do nothing. It will not cause any damage to your console, however just to be on the safe side; I accept no liability for you or your console after you follow these instructions.

All these tips and many more can be found in the PS3 Repair Manual

What is the PS3 Fan Test?

The ps3 fan test is a special test mode built into the console at the factory and it’s for the purpose of testing and clearing the fan / console from dust and dirt that has built up within the console. When the test is performed the playstation 3 console runs the cooling fan at full power until stopped by the user. Continue reading »

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Apr 19

PS3 Cooling Fans Reviewed

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If you’re looking to extend the life of your PS3 console and help prevent the yellow light of death, your console will need some extra cooling. By keeping your console cool you’ll be putting less stress on the components and this makes them last much longer than normal.

But doesn’t the PS3 already have a cooling fan? Yes, but frankly its not very good and Sony had to make some compromises on the quality due to a limited amount of space, this means that the factory cooling solution is not the best and it can also be very noisy.

You can increase the lifespan of your PlayStation 3 by adding a external fan or by replacing the original internal fan with a upgraded version.

Below are some of the most popular ps3 cooling fan solutions.

PS3 External USB Cooling Fan

ps3 usb cooling fan

This fan is a very simple design and plugs into the usb port on the front of your console, it provides additional cooling by pushing air through the vent on the front of the console. It’s four independent fan design is compact and very easy to use, and includes a power switch on the fan itself so can be turned on /off independently of the console.
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Nov 06

PlayStation 3 Red and Yellow Light Repair

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The PlayStation 3 is Sony’s latest generation console, which allows powerful graphics and game processing. With its price, the last thing the owners want to see is the “Light of Death” signal. If there are hardware errors, the LED beneath the power button of the console flashes a solid red or yellow light. If the unit is still covered by Sony’s warranty, just send it to them for repair. However, if you are already outside the warranty period, repairs from the company can be very costly. Fortunately, there are affordable red and yellow light repair options.

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Nov 04

Easy Ways to Prevent the YLOD from your PS3

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The YLOD or the Yellow Light of Death is the most feared LED signal that a PlayStation 3 can give. It means that you have a problem with the motherboard. In contrast, the flashing of red light means that there is a “general” hardware failure. Red light may mean that there are errors in cable connection, or your hard drive can be broken. The appearance of yellow light is a much worse case, since it means that there is something wrong with the heart of your console.

The YLOD is comparable to a personal computer’s Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) and an Xbox 360’s Red Ring of Death (RROD). If you want to avoid this dreaded error, you must do the following to take care of your PS3: Continue reading »

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Nov 02

First Aid for Your PS3’s Yellow Light of Death

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The yellow light of death or YLOD is probably the most dreaded light signal that a PlayStation 3 unit can give. It may happen unexpectedly. You may be playing peacefully when, all of a sudden, the screen blanks out. After immediately trying to turn it on, the LED just beneath the power button turns yellow. Nothing appears on your screen. This may be an indication of hardware failure. More often, there are chances that after a few hours of rest, your PS3 unit may work again. However, the yellow light may persist and the unit may not start-up again.

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Oct 30

Protecting and Saving Your PlayStation 3 from the Yellow Light of Death

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What is YLOD?

YLOD or Yellow Light of Death is the most feared LED signal from the PlayStation 3. The solid yellow light beneath the on-off button means that there is a hardware problem with the console’s motherboard. In contrast, a red blinking light means that there is a problem with your hard drive. Motherboard failure is more feared, since the board holds the processor and graphic cards of the PS3. The most common cause of motherboard damage is overheating. Continue reading »

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Oct 28

What Does The Flashing Yellow Light Mean?

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PS3 with the yellow light of death

The Yellow Light of Death (YLOD) indicates that there may be problems with the console motherboard. If you see it for the first time, don’t panic. The damage may not be permanent. Overheating of the console can cause the solders to loosen, resulting in broken or faulty connections in the board. The best first aid is to give your console a rest. Wait for twenty minutes to one hour before restarting your PS3.

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Oct 23

PS3 Slim Console Suffering From Yellow Light Faults

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Despite Sony’s best efforts to curb the yellow light problem with their new PS3 Slim console we are now receiving many reports of this fault even with the new slim consoles. Gamers can’t believe their luck!

Although the problem seems to be much less of an issue when compared to the failure rate of the older PS3 consoles I’m sure we are going to see quite a few of these slim consoles with the yellow light fault due to the sheer numbers of consoles sold at the new lower price point and better spec (bigger hard drive).

A PS3 Slim yellow light repair is available here Continue reading »

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