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Playstation 3 Hardware \ PS3 resolutions ....720p, 1080i,1080p etc

Mat_W
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Mat_W says:
I would like some clarity on the whole resolution issue with the PS3

What options do I have in the setup?
What resolution will I be able to watch Blu-ray movies if my TV only supports 480i/p 720p & 1080i ?
I noticed NBA2K7 supports 1080p HD only, can I play this game on my setup?

Do I have to check all the games before I buy one for compatability ?
17/02/2007
Adelaide
WiiMan
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WiiMan says:
In the setup screens it asks you what kind of connection you're using e.g. composite, component or HDMI.

Then it gives you a list of resolutions and you select the ones your tv supports: Pal/NTSC, 480p/i, 720p/i & 1080p/i.

Most games are 720p atm so if the tv supports it thats what it shows other wise it drops to 480p/i then to pal etc.

For example my projector does 480p/i, 720p/i & 1080i.
So I set the ps3s options to allow it to output 480p, 720p & 1080i. So the XMB, browser etc runs in 1080i, games run at 720p.

Bluray at the moment can only be shown in 1080p/i. So if your highest resolution setting is 720p it will downscale to 480p, but if you have 1080 you should be fine until they fix it in an update
17/02/2007
Sydney, New South Wales
Shadowblade
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Shadowblade says:
Hey WiiMan: what prjector do you have and how much did it set ya back? Coz I'm tossing up between projector or an LCD... oh and how much are the lamps???
17/02/2007
@HOME...
Kirbstar
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Kirbstar says:
I'm saving up for a 32" Viewsonic HDTV (N3260),
only $1000 at computer world
17/02/2007
Behind the tree outside your window, Victoria
Winnie
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Winnie says:
Is 1080i necessarily better than 720p? On my Wii I'm using 576i, and when I change to 480i, it's worse. Dunno, just making sure. ^^
17/02/2007
Melbourne
Kirbstar
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Kirbstar says:
576i and 480i In my opinion arn't real HDTV, because of the Australian regs on tv's they consider it to be.
17/02/2007
Behind the tree outside your window, Victoria
Gfunk
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Gfunk says:
720p @ 60Htz refreshes EVERY pixel on the screen 60 times a second.
1080i @ 60Htz refreshes EVERY SECOND pixel on the screen 60 times a second.
So while 1080i will have slightly better definition, 720p refreshes more pixels, more offen leading to a sharper picture especially with moving subjects on screen. And when 4-8ms refresh rates are so important to some people, you'd lose any refresh rate advantage by setting your TV to 1080i instead of 720p.
17/02/2007
360boyz4lyfe biatches...
Kirbstar
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Kirbstar says:
really u just need a 760p or up to have the full simulation of the game
18/02/2007
Behind the tree outside your window, Victoria
reags
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reags says:

Shadowblade said: Hey WiiMan: what prjector do you have and how much did it set ya back? Coz I'm tossing up between projector or an LCD... oh and how much are the lamps???



Gosh the lamps...now those will give your pockets a beating!
15/03/2007
Outside your window, behind those trees..
piti
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piti says:
Get a full high definition Sony Bravia lcd, There awesome
16/03/2007
Sydney
ectozar
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ectozar says:
i just bought a Samsung 32" HD LCD, in preparation for my PS3 next week
I've seen a PS3 running on this exact same TV at an asian shop in Market City and it looks really damn nice running through the HDMI cable.
16/03/2007
Sydney
LegenD
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LegenD says:
Mmm.. there is a possibility of retailers doing deals with TVs and PS3... and psp and other stuff so Im gonna hold out!
16/03/2007
Melbourne, Victoria
ectozar
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ectozar says:
Myer are doing a PS3+HD LCD deal, but its only for a sony bravia. the total package comes to $6000 if you want to fork that amount of cash out.
16/03/2007
Sydney
Gfunk
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Gfunk says:
yeah... sounds like they'd be more likely to bundle sony items together and sony lcd's aren't cheap...
16/03/2007
360boyz4lyfe biatches...
ccs
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ccs says:
Well I Paid $5000 for the 46" Sony Bravia. Very, Very Happy with TV, XBOX 360 looks Brilliant Now! It is waiting for the PS3 next week.
16/03/2007
Brisbane
Entice
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Entice says:
If your TV cannot handle 1080p, then the PS3 will downscale it to 720p or 480p - that is one of the problems associated with the PS3 at the moment.

All games will play no matter what the supported resolution of your TV is.
17/03/2007
Cambridge Uni!
stonecold
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stonecold says:

ccs said: Well I Paid $5000 for the 46" Sony Bravia. Very, Very Happy with TV, XBOX 360 looks Brilliant Now! It is waiting for the PS3 next week.


Who did you rip off? 46" cost $6000
BTW awesome setup man
18/03/2007
perth
Entice
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Entice says:
Yeah..I got my 46X for $6000 too.
18/03/2007
Cambridge Uni!
piti
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piti says:
Were looking for a new full HiDef Sony Bravia Lcd, Any recommendations?
18/03/2007
Sydney
Kirbstar
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Kirbstar says:
whats your budget?

Myer does a $6000 pack which includes a Dvd set top box with a hard drive and a PS3 and a big sony Tv

i'll go find the deal if you want.
18/03/2007
Behind the tree outside your window, Victoria
geno
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geno says:
i got a new tv 2day. its awsome. cheap as chips 2. how do i find out was resolutions it is.

played ff12 on it, it looks sooooooo much better.
cant wait 2 see the ps3 on ut
18/03/2007
If the cops started arresting more criminals then they hired then the legal system would actualy work....................Brisbane, QLD (PSN = denim_geno)
Entice
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Entice says:

pitips3 said: Were looking for a new full HiDef Sony Bravia Lcd, Any recommendations?



Sony Bravia Full-HD range. However there's been some clouding issues with these TVs. Otherwise, they're almost "perfect", you can get a pretty good deal right now.
18/03/2007
Cambridge Uni!
ccs
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ccs says:
Stonecold, I bought my 46" Sony Bravia X Series from DAVID JONES Brisbane. I was very happy with the deal. RRP: $6499 (I think).
18/03/2007
Brisbane
stonecold
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stonecold says:  
sweet! Now its $6000 for the 46" at Myer $9000 for the 52"
I only got the Sony Bravia 32" V series.
You did well ccs
18/03/2007
perth
ccs
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ccs says:
$3000 extra for an extra 6" is over the top!
18/03/2007
Brisbane
 
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