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Posted by Ryan_LX (Member # 7089) on :
 
Hey fellas I want to get hdmi cable for my ps3, and I need some help. Dont know much about these, and I dont know whats good. I found this one http://www.amazon.com/PlayStation-3-Component-AV-Cable/dp/B000MIXFWA but not sure if its just the cable that comes with the ps3.

Also my tv is a little bit older sony, and Im pretty sure it doesnt have 1080p or i, but it is HD probly 720. Is it worth getting the hdmi cable, will I notice a difference on the game and movies? Thanks in advance
-Ryan

[ December 28, 2010, 12:32 AM: Message edited by: Ryan_LX ]
 
Posted by Rio1999GT (Member # 9231) on :
 
You can play the PS3 in HD with HDMI and component cables, but HDMI will be better quality overall.


New Egg has good prices on all electronic stuff

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882021128&cm_re=hdmi-_-82-021-128-_-Product

[ December 26, 2010, 08:40 PM: Message edited by: Rio1999GT ]
 
Posted by N8 (Member # 6048) on :
 
That what you pested is not a HDMI cable. It is basically a AV cable that is a lil better than the 3 channel type. You will not notice much upgrade in picture with this cable (also make sure your tv has 5 ports per signal). But if you do get a true HDMI cable you will notice a good jump in picture quality.

You will not find a better price than
http://www.monoprice.com/products/subdepartment.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10240

I buy all my stuff there.

[ December 26, 2010, 08:43 PM: Message edited by: N8 ]
 
Posted by JohnCM (Member # 1076) on :
 
I was using a/v cables ever since I moved, and I finally found the box with my hdmi cables and when I switched back it was a big difference going from a/v to hdmi. I thought the movers stole my cables, but just packed them in a random box
 
Posted by Ryan_LX (Member # 7089) on :
 
Wow those are some killer deals, I've glanced at cables at the store before and I've seen them go for 100+ dollars. Any difference or is one just a huge marked up rip off?


@ n8 also on the link you posted, is the only difference between those the length? I'm not "tech savvy" when it comes to this sort of thing.

[ December 26, 2010, 09:12 PM: Message edited by: Ryan_LX ]
 
Posted by Rigo5.0 (Member # 5247) on :
 
If you're a Comcast customer, you'll get a free HDMI cable. Go to your nearest Comcast Store and save yourself a few bucks.
 
Posted by Ryan_LX (Member # 7089) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Rigo5.0:
If you're a Comcast customer, you'll get a free HDMI cable. Go to your nearest Comcast Store and save yourself a few bucks.
Do you need to be signed up for hd service? I do have Comcast.

[ December 26, 2010, 09:14 PM: Message edited by: Ryan_LX ]
 
Posted by N8 (Member # 6048) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Ryan_LX:
Wow those are some killer deals, I've glanced at cables at the store before and I've seen them go for 100+ dollars. Any difference or is one just a huge marked up rip off?


@ n8 also on the link you posted, is the only difference between those the length? I'm not "tech savvy" when it comes to this sort of thing.
Yea the diff is the length. If you need help pickin a cable length I am sure we can help you with that too. Also the cable you will get from comcast will be for your cable box.

Also note not only will you have to have comcast but have their HD service/box.

[ December 26, 2010, 09:17 PM: Message edited by: N8 ]
 
Posted by Ryan_LX (Member # 7089) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by N8:
quote:
Originally posted by Ryan_LX:
Wow those are some killer deals, I've glanced at cables at the store before and I've seen them go for 100+ dollars. Any difference or is one just a huge marked up rip off?


@ n8 also on the link you posted, is the only difference between those the length? I'm not "tech savvy" when it comes to this sort of thing.
Yea the diff is the length. If you need help pickin a cable length I am sure we can help you with that too. Also the cable you will get from comcast will be for your cable box.

Also note not only will you have to have comcast but have their HD service/box.
That's what I figured with Comcast. As for the length I can handle it [patriot] Thanks for.the help everyone.
 
Posted by sydewayzLX50 (Member # 10217) on :
 
just get the philips brand HDMI cables at walmart, theyre only about 20 bucks. they work great but theyre only 3 ft. long 6ft cables i think are almost 30
 
Posted by N8 (Member # 6048) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by sydewayzLX50:
just get the philips brand HDMI cables at walmart, theyre only about 20 bucks. they work great but theyre only 3 ft. long 6ft cables i think are almost 30
You can get better cables from the link I posted for like 1/4th that price. I never buy my cables in stores now.
 
Posted by sydewayzLX50 (Member # 10217) on :
 
theyre the only ones that i've tried, but they work awesome for 1080p w/ 120Hz refresh rate and playing MW2 looks REALLY clear.
 
Posted by solbrothers (Member # 7524) on :
 
HDMI cables are digital cables. dont get lost in the big $$$$ cables. why pay $50 for a 6' cable when you can get one online for $.50 +shipping.
 
Posted by 90blackgt (Member # 7716) on :
 
frys
 
Posted by SikWiditMke (Member # 9699) on :
 
+1 on frys
They have good quailty HDMI cables from $4.99 and up! i have the one for $4.99 on my xbox 360, its 6ft long, and it has made a major difference on my COD and netflix HD! My Television is a 1080p Toshiba
 
Posted by solbrothers (Member # 7524) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by SikWiditMke:
+1 on frys
They have good quailty HDMI cables from $4.99 and up! i have the one for $4.99 on my xbox 360, its 6ft long, and it has made a major difference on my COD and netflix HD! My Television is a 1080p Toshiba
yeah but it is the same as a $1 cable or $100 cable. HDMI is a digital cable.
 
Posted by essasin (Member # 4741) on :
 
For some reason even a legit reference hdmi cable that uses silver does not make a huge difference like it does with audio interconnects. My best guess is that copper can easily handle 1920 x 1080 over a short distance.
 
Posted by 96mysticman (Member # 8327) on :
 
im confused here i have a comcast hd box and i dont have an hdmi cable all they gave me was the 5 a/v cables? were they suppost to give me an hdmi cable?
 
Posted by solbrothers (Member # 7524) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by essasin:
For some reason even a legit reference hdmi cable that uses silver does not make a huge difference like it does with audio interconnects. My best guess is that copper can easily handle 1920 x 1080 over a short distance.
hdmi is a digital cable, material doesnt matter
 
Posted by BULLITTMAN (Member # 8468) on :
 
Man I wish this was posted a year ago, I would've saved hella money on the stupid hdmi cable...I got robbed blind by best buy... [BS flag]
 
Posted by Ryan_LX (Member # 7089) on :
 
So here is what it looks like behind my tv. It clearly says its 1080i, but I dont see anywhere to put an HDMI cable. So what kind of cable do I need, just an A/V cable? [Confused] From what you guys told me earlier that wont do much. Also the tv is form 04, and its an LCD projection tv.
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[ December 28, 2010, 12:32 AM: Message edited by: Ryan_LX ]
 
Posted by N8 (Member # 6048) on :
 
Yea you do not have a hdmi port. Looks like you have a older set. You will have to use the 5 channel component cable. You will not see much gain in picture with those as it is still a analog signal (I believe). Also you will not be able to take advantage of the comcast HD service with that.
 
Posted by Ryan_LX (Member # 7089) on :
 
I was just looking on google and I saw that ppl were using a DVI to HDMI adapter for this set. Think that wiil work? because I do have a dvi port up above where the pic cuts off.

[ December 28, 2010, 12:50 AM: Message edited by: Ryan_LX ]
 
Posted by Rigo5.0 (Member # 5247) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by N8:
Yea you do not have a hdmi port. Looks like you have a older set. You will have to use the 5 channel component cable. You will not see much gain in picture with those as it is still a analog signal (I believe). Also you will not be able to take advantage of the comcast HD service with that.
Not entirely correct... He can still get HD signal with the component cables, and will still be able to utilize the Comcast HD service. Call me blind, but I did not see much gain in quality when comparing the component cables to an HDMI on my 55" LCD.

Comcast can provide a free set of component cables as well.
 
Posted by sydewayzLX50 (Member # 10217) on :
 
i used a component cable on a HD "40 LCD w/ my ps3 back in the day and 1080i came in really good
 
Posted by Ryan_LX (Member # 7089) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by sydewayzLX50:
i used a component cable on a HD "40 LCD w/ my ps3 back in the day and 1080i came in really good
you notice a difference?
 
Posted by Rigo5.0 (Member # 5247) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 96mysticman:
im confused here i have a comcast hd box and i dont have an hdmi cable all they gave me was the 5 a/v cables? were they suppost to give me an hdmi cable?
Yes, if you have a HDMI compatible receiver. Comcast offers a variety of HD receivers. Go down to your nearest Comcast Store and swap out your component cables for an HDMI (and receiver if your current one is not HDMI compatible).
 




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