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How to Hook Up a PS3 to a Toshiba

The PlayStation 3 (PS3) is an entertainment console capable of playing video games designed for the Sony platform, DVD movies and Blu-Ray discs. This versatile console can be displayed on a wide variety of monitors, projectors and televisions. There are several ways for connecting the PS3 to such devices. For owners of Toshiba televisions, they can enjoy the PS3 via the use of a simple HDMI cable. It is important to know how to properly connect the cable to fully enjoy the entertainment experience that the PS3 provides.

Things You'll Need

HDMI cable

Instructions

- 1
  Turn off and unplug both the PS3 and television.
- 2
  Attach one end of the HDMI cable to the PS3 port marked "HDMI Out." Connect the other end of the cable to the "HDMI Input" port on the Toshiba.
- 3
  Plug in the AC power cord of the PS3, press the "Main Power" switch found on the back of the console and push the "On/Off" button on the front of the console to turn on the machine.
- 4
  Plug the television in and turn it on. A prompt asking "Do you want to output video and audio using HDMI?" should appear. Highlight "Yes" using the PS3 navigational buttons on the controller, then press the "X" button.
- 5
  Repeat Step 4 for the next two screen prompts to set the resolution and save your settings.

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