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How to Get a PS3 to Run Well on an Old TV

The PS3 offers high-definition gaming using either component or HDMI video connections for televisions that support high-definition input. If the television you wish to play the PS3 on does not support high definition, however, you must connect the system using standard-definition connectors, such as RCA composite cables. When hooking up the PlayStation 3 with composite cables, you must revert the system to standard-definition 480p mode, else the image will appear distorted or no image will appear at all.

Instructions

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  Connect your PS3 system to your television using a composite connection cable. Composite cables have red, yellow and white RCA plugs. Note that some older televisions only have white and yellow RCA connectors; if this is the case, do not connect the red RCA plug into anything.
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  Turn on the television and select the "Video" input setting.
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  Press and hold the center button on the PS3 controller until you hear the unit audibly beep. The PlayStation 3 will start and will automatically revert back to standard-definition 480p mode.

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