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How to Hook up an HDMI Cable to a PS3 That Is Not Working

An HDMI cable is a digital cable that allows for the output of high definition video and audio. When used with a PlayStation 3, an HDMI cable will allow the system to output 1080p video from Blu-ray movies and video games as well as surround sound digital audio. If you recently changed to an HDMI cable from another output cable on your PS3, the system may not work because the old display settings are still in place. The video settings can be reset to the factory default to get the video working again.

Things You'll Need

HDMI cable

Instructions

- 1
  Plug an HDMI cable into to the HDMI port on the back of your PS3. Plug the other end of the HDMI cable into an HDMI input port on your TV.
- 2
  Turn on your TV and set it to the HDMI input channel that corresponds to the port that the PS3 is connected to.
- 3
  Press the ̶0;Power̶1; button on the PS3. Wait a few seconds while the console boots up.
- 4
  Press and hold the ̶0;Power̶1; button for five seconds. When the console beeps, release the button.
- 5
  Press and hold the ̶0;Power̶1; button for another five seconds. The console will beep once to indicate it is turning on and again to indicate it is being reset. The video settings will be reverted to their factory originals and the video will display.

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