PS3 101: New user's guide to the PS3 (ask questions here -- TMK is on duty)

[SteveMcQ]

NEW USER'S GUIDE TO THE PS3

If you've got questions pertaining to the PS3 ask away. I'll keep an update of all the Q&A in the OP for future reference as more people pick up the system. And for CAGs who've had the systems for a while, jump in as well with your hidden tricks and shortcuts to getting the most out of the system.

This will most certainly be dependant on the support of the community, so thanks again to everyone. Enjoy your PS3!


PS3 QUESTIONS

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HARDWARE/SETUP


Q: Does the PS3 auto-detect HDMI on setup?
Yes, it does. Component, however, is not. (I'm guessing you have to select this through the menu and have either HDMI or Composite set up for display.*)
*See "5 Second Hold" in PS3 101
Q: Can I replace the HDD in my PS3?Yes, you can. In fact it's even stated in the Official PS3 FAQ page (http://www.us.playstation.com/PS3/About/faq). All you will need is a SATA 2.5in Hard Drive. Watch this video for instructions:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BkM9wiZePfs
Q: Can the tilt feature be disabled globally or do you have to do it for each individual game?There is no setting to turn off SIXAXIS functionality from within the XMB for every game. However, most games that use the function usually default it to "Off".
Q: Do they have VGA cables for the PS3?
There is no official 1st party VGA cable available. There maybe a 3rd party option available somewhere, but more than likely, you'll have to use a converter if you want to go that route.
Q: Where can I get optical and HDMI cables?
If you're ever looking for any kind of cables or wires in the future, check out Monoprice:
Optical cables (or Toslink) (http://www.monoprice.com/products/subdepartment.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10229&style=)
*First section only "Toslink to Toslink"
HDMI cables ("male to male") (http://www.monoprice.com/products/search.asp?spcDB=10240&spcWord=Video+Cable+%2D+%3Cb%3EHDMI%3C%2Fb%3E&keyword=HDMI)
*Product IDs 2412, 2504, 2526, 2529

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SOFTWARE/BLU-RAY/DVD PLAYBACK


Q: Will PS3 upscale DVDs? How about my PS2 games?DVD upscaling is only available with the use of HDMI. For PS2 games, however, you may either use the component or HDMI connections.

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MEDIA SHARING/XMB


Q: How do I convert my movie files to watch them on my PS3?PS3 Video 9 is a free download that will allow you to convert your files to a compatible one for PS3 viewing. Download it here (http://www.redkawa.com/videoconverters/ps3video9/).
Q: How do I access my Media Server PC from my PS3?"As many people have found out, Firmware 1.8 has added the option to stream and copy media such as music (http://www.neoseeker.com/Games/cheats/PS3/playstation_3.html#), videos, and pictures (http://www.neoseeker.com/Games/cheats/PS3/playstation_3.html#) from a media server. This guide explains how to do it.

It can either be done by Windows Media Player (http://www.neoseeker.com/Games/cheats/PS3/playstation_3.html#) 11, or Nero Home. This guide is for the WMP11 version of it.

1) Download Windows Media Player 11. (http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/player/11/default.aspx)

2) After downloading (http://www.neoseeker.com/Games/cheats/PS3/playstation_3.html#) and installing it, it will import your music, videos (http://www.neoseeker.com/Games/cheats/PS3/playstation_3.html#), and pictures from My Documents. It will not work with your music from iTunes though. For that, you will need to burn it to a disc, then import it to WMP.

3) Open WMP11, Then click on the music tab and there will be three icons, Playlist, library, and Urge. Right Click on library and select share media.

3) On your PS3, turn it on and select "Find Media Servers".

4) On WMP11 a message will pop up showing a unknown device trying to get to your music. Select the Approve button and the click Apply.

There you go! Please remember this though. If you're in the music bar on the XMB, pictures will not display. Only music will work right, other folders will be shown as empty."
From NeoSeeker poster guticb
Q: How do I enable Media Browsing using my Mac?
Unfortunately, I don't have too much information on this, but a few users have suggested the following programs:
TwonkyVision (http://www.twonkyvision.de/Products/TwonkyMedia/index.html)
EyeConnect (http://www.elgato.com/index.php?file=products_eyeconnect)

Another CAG also recommends the following program for Mac users:
Medialink (http://www.nullriver.com/index/products/medialink)
Q: Can I alter the background of the XMB?
Unfortunately, you can't as of System Update 1.82. The colors, however, apparently do change according to the season and time of day.
Q: What movie, music and photo formats are supported?

Check the Unofficial PS3 Media Guide (http://boardsus.playstation.com/playstation/board/message?board.id=ps3media&thread.id=23246) for a listing of supported file formats along with further instructions and tips on using those files on your PS3.


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BACKWARDS COMPATIBILITY


Q: What PS1 and PS2 games are backwards compatible with the PS3?
Due to the overwhelming library of the PS1 and PS2 games, a complete listing of backwards compatible games would be far too lengthy. Playstation.com provides a Software Compatibility Status Page (http://www.us.playstation.com/Support/CompatibleStatus) where you can search to see if a game works and a detailed report of any problems that may have been found.
Q: Are PS2 and PS1 games saved to the HDD or do I need an adapter?
PS2 and PS1 games are saved to the HDD in "Virtual Memory Cards". You're able to create your own within the XMB. However, if you do have game saves you want to transfer over from PS2/PS memory cards for backwards compatibility play, you'll need the PS3 Memory Card Adaptor.
Keep in mind, however, that a virtual memory card must be created prior to starting a PS1/PS2 game.
Q: Using a "PS2 to PS3 adaptor" to use a Dual Shock, will rumble work on PS1 and PS2 games that support the feature?
dallow says: "Yes, though there are some adapters that don't work as well as others. I think there's a thread on which one is the one to get to enable rumble. I bought a cheap no name brand one and rumble doesn't work. Don't think it works with the Pelican adapter either."Q: Are online-capable PS2 games playable on PS3?
Yes, they are, but for voicechat, you will need to use a wired USB headset.


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GENERAL


Q: What is "folding"?
From Wiki: "Folding@home (also known as FAH or F@H) is a distributed computing roject designed to perform computationally intensive simulations of protein folding and other molecular dynamics simulations."

Basically, it uses your PS3 to help understand diseases and hopefully cure them. Instead of using one supercomputer, all clients subscribed to it (your PS3) are sent little pieces of data to run through and then send back. Think P2P where multiple computers are seeding data, only instead of seeding and downloading porn, you're running chemistry calculations and sending them back. Isn't that more fun?


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PS3 101

If you find yourself switching between TVs and inputs ("5 Second Hold"):"If you hold down the power button for 5 seconds when powering up, it will auto-revert to the 'default' output setting.
In particular when switching from HDMI to Component on a friend's TV I have found this useful. Also, for me component cables was also automatic (using the 5 second hold feature).
So what exactly does your money get you (the cure to cancer, that's what*):PS2 launched missiles (potentially), but all that hard earned money has to give me a little more right? Well, not only do you get a Blu-Ray player and a video game system, this baby can also help find a cure to cancer. Join the CAG Folding@home Team (http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132099) -- where CheapAsses can atone for buying DOAX2 to admire the "physics" :bouncy:.
*No promises made, but at least you're trying. "Do or do not my CheapAss, Yoda!"

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LINKS

Playstation 3 User Manual (http://manuals.playstation.net/document/en/ps3/current/index.html)
Playstation 3 FAQ Page (http://www.us.playstation.com/PS3/About/faq)
Playstation Software Compatibility Status (http://www.us.playstation.com/Support/CompatibleStatus)
Unofficial PS3 Media Guide (http://boardsus.playstation.com/playstation/board/message?board.id=ps3media&thread.id=23246)
PS3 Video 9 Converstion Tool (http://www.redkawa.com/videoconverters/ps3video9/)
TwonkyVision (http://www.twonkyvision.de/Products/TwonkyMedia/index.html)
EyeConnect (http://www.elgato.com/index.php?file=products_eyeconnect)
Medialink (http://www.nullriver.com/index/products/medialink)
Monoprice.com (Optical Cables) (http://www.monoprice.com/products/search.asp?spcDB=10229&spcWord=Audio+Cables+%2D+Optical+Toslink&keyword=optical)
Monoprice.com (HDMI Cables) (http://www.monoprice.com/products/search.asp?spcDB=10240&spcWord=Video+Cable+%2D+%3Cb%3EHDMI%3C%2Fb%3E&keyword=HDMI)
PS3 FAQ AVS Forum (http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=931796)


Thanks seanr1221, TC, TheManaKnight, cdrober, panasonic, Apossum, Mechafenris, torifile, dallow, and Backlash for your contributions.

[seanr1221]

Yea, it should work.

[TC]

I plugged mine in via HDMI for setup and everything configured itself automatic.

[The Mana Knight]

HDMI is automatic. Component is not automatic.

[SteveMcQ]

Great. Thanks.

[cdrober]

I will confirm that it is automatic with HDMI.

Also, if you are switching around from different TV's I have found this useful:

If you hold down the power button for 5 seconds when powering up, it will auto-revert to the 'default' output setting. In particular when switching from HDMI to Component on a friends tv I have found this useful. Also, for me component cables was also automatic (using the 5 second hold feature).

[mtxbass1]

What do I need to do to sync my ps3 with my windows PC? I see my PC available, but I cannot connect to it. I get the following:

"Access to the media server is not allowed. It is possible that the system name for this PS3 system has not been registered."

Do I need to change the default name for my ps3 console?

[seanr1221]

Like mtxbass, but with a mac, how do I sync things up?

I can't find any worthwhile programs.

[Apossum]

To convert vids to a PS3-playable format:
http://www.redkawa.com/videoconverters/ps3video9/

[mtxbass1]

Got another one for you guys. Will the PS3 only upconvert a dvd when you are using HDMI? My output is only coming out at 480p when I playback a dvd.

(the HDMI cable is on order)

[seanr1221]

Mhmm, but don't blame the PS3 ;)

Most dvds made in the last 3 years have some type of protection preventing them from being upscaled over component cables.

Dallow can probably fill you in more, he shed light on the subject for me.

[panasonic]

hdmi is suppose to upscale. Make sure you dvd upscaling is turned on

[Archaic]

So just so I've got this straight...

PS3 won't upscale any DVDs over component? You HAVE to use HDMI to upscale DVDs?

[Archaic]

Oh, and will the PS3 upscale PS2 games over component?

[seanr1221]

Yes and yes.

[mtxbass1]

Oh, and will the PS3 upscale PS2 games over component?

Yeah, it upscales fine over component for the games. It's the DVD's I'm having an issue with.

God of War II looks a ton better now.

Do most people turn on "smoothing"?

[seanr1221]

Yeah, it upscales fine over component for the games. It's the DVD's I'm having an issue with.

God of War II looks a ton better now.

Do most people turn on "smoothing"?

I do. Then again, the only PS2 game I own is Shadow of the Colossus so you pretty much have to for that game :lol:

[Apossum]

Yeah, it upscales fine over component for the games. It's the DVD's I'm having an issue with.

God of War II looks a ton better now.

Do most people turn on "smoothing"?


not always. some games look worse with it.

[dallow]

Great thread!
I'll help if I can!

[SteveMcQ]

What do I need to do to sync my ps3 with my windows PC? I see my PC available, but I cannot connect to it. I get the following:

"Access to the media server is not allowed. It is possible that the system name for this PS3 system has not been registered."

Do I need to change the default name for my ps3 console?Try the suggestion in the OP. We do still need a solution for Mac users, though from seanr1221's question. Thanks.

[mtxbass1]

Try the suggestion in the OP. We do still need a solution for Mac users, though from seanr1221's question. Thanks.

Thanks!

[seanr1221]

Unfortunately for Macs, eyeconnect isn't free, and Twonky doesn't work too well for me.

People are pulling for the Connect360 guys to make something.

[torifile]

Regarding converting video for the PS3, the Mac program VisualHub can do it if you have a Mac. It costs, but it's well worth it.

[torifile]

So just so I've got this straight...

PS3 won't upscale any DVDs over component? You HAVE to use HDMI to upscale DVDs?
DRM restrictions prevent upscaling via anything doesn't support copy protection. HDMI does. Component doesn't. It's not that the hardware isn't capable (as you can see from upscaling PS2 games over component). Thank the MPAA for that one.

[SteveMcQ]

Got a question: Have any devs said anything about rumble support in older games? I know there isn't rumble in the SixAxis, but with the settlement, I always wondered if perhaps devs had put in code for rumble anyway with the foresight to this happening in the future. So when the rumble controller comes out, it's just a matter of the signal actually being sent to the controller or a title update uncovering the rumble code to function.

[seanr1221]

Hey tor, I know you helped me a lot on the psp front with my mac, so another thanks for that ;)

If you're using visual hub to convert your videos, what are you then using to stream them?

[benjamouth]

How well ventialted does the PS3 need to me?

To clarify I'll be getting one in the next few weeks and the most obvious place I have to put it is where my old Xbox sits but I'm worried that it won't get enough air there.

I'll insert a link to a picture to show you were my Xbox currently is, does anyone have an opinion on whether the PS3 would be ok there ?

http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u320/benjamouth/DSCN0706.jpg

[NamPaehc]

Link to Offical Online Manual. (http://manuals.playstation.net/document/en/ps3/current/index.html)

[dallow]

How well ventialted does the PS3 need to me?

To clarify I'll be getting one in the next few weeks and the most obvious place I have to put it is where my old Xbox sits but I'm worried that it won't get enough air there.

I'll insert a link to a picture to show you were my Xbox currently is, does anyone have an opinion on whether the PS3 would be ok there ?

http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u320/benjamouth/DSCN0706.jpg

That's a neat coffee table, where's it from?

I'd feel safe putting in that slot.
Just scooch it all the way to the left, as the vent is on the right side.

[torifile]

Hey tor, I know you helped me a lot on the psp front with my mac, so another thanks for that ;)

If you're using visual hub to convert your videos, what are you then using to stream them?
I'm not streaming them at all. I don't actually use my PS3 to play video since I've got a Mac mini for my HTPC. Twonkyserver was the only thing that even remotely worked but I didn't like it.

I done some poking around and I've found that because the PS3 uses the same type of protocol the 360 uses for streaming, Connect360 almost works for streaming. I'm sure they're working on a PS3 solution.

[Dante Devil]

Excellent thread. I am new to the PS3 and am thankful to the OP for the info.

[benjamouth]

That's a neat coffee table, where's it from?

I'd feel safe putting in that slot.
Just scooch it all the way to the left, as the vent is on the right side.

Thanks Dallow, the coffee table came from Ikea, were I got the majority of my furniture from.

[seanr1221]

I'm not streaming them at all. I don't actually use my PS3 to play video since I've got a Mac mini for my HTPC. Twonkyserver was the only thing that even remotely worked but I didn't like it.

I done some poking around and I've found that because the PS3 uses the same type of protocol the 360 uses for streaming, Connect360 almost works for streaming. I'm sure they're working on a PS3 solution.

Guess I'll have to sit tight for streaming then huh? ;)

Xilisoft is a great free dvd-mp4 converter.

[seanr1221]

Oops! I spoke too soon, it's not free :(

[Apossum]

Forgot to add, if anyone has further questions about PS3 video 9, Let me know. I've been using it a lot and it has, shall we say, some quirks that pop up on occasion (some of which I haven't figured out yet.) Still it's probably the easiest and best converter for the PS3.

Drop me a pm, then I'll post it to the thread

[benjamouth]

Excuse me if this is a stupid question but, are all PS3 games region free ? Or are some region free or none at all ?

I know the movies won't be. I may end up going back to the UK and want to know if games I buy here will work in a European PAL PS3.

[NamPaehc]

Excuse me if this is a stupid question but, are all PS3 games region free ? Or are some region free or none at all ?

I know the movies won't be. I may end up going back to the UK and want to know if games I buy here will work in a European PAL PS3.

Games ARE region free, just like on the PSP.

[mykevermin]

Can anyone direct me to good deals on HDDs for use in my PS3?

[dallow]

Can anyone direct me to good deals on HDDs for use in my PS3?How much do you want to spend?

I guess don't know of any deals per say, I just went with the biggest sized under $100 HDD at Newegg. (zip zoom fly would be good site too)

[mykevermin]

I dunno how to tell if they're PS3 compatible or not. I'm just looking at the 'laptop drive' section.

Will this HDD work? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822149058

[dallow]

Yeah, any 2.5" SATA drive should work. SATA is important.
That looks good. I went with a 120 GB, kinda wish I went for more now.

[NamPaehc]

Just be careful, there might be a max cap for the size of the HD.

[cleaver]

I've got a stupid question: what videos do you convert for the PS3? Converting VOB files to mp4s is great to watch DVDs on your PSP, but what files do you convert to watch on your PS3?

[seanr1221]

MP4's work on the PS3

[cleaver]

MP4's work on the PS3
But so do DVDs, DVDs don't work on the PSP. Are people ripping them just to keep on their hard drive, so they don't have to watch the DVD?

[cheapfrag]

OK, I have a several related questions. I have a Panasonic 50 inch 720p Plasma TV (TH50PX60U) and a PS3 hooked up via HDMI. I have the PS3 to upscale PS2 games (Full) and Smoothing on.

1) When I play a PS2 game, the game is displayed widescreen BUT does NOT utilize the entire screen. Small black strips are on top and bottom and much larger strips on the left and right side (maybe about an inch or inch and a half on each side.) Why is this?

2) When I play God of War on my PS3 with the setting above, I go into the Option Menu and select widescreen. When I do, the picture stretches vertically, cutting off MORE of the image. So now I don't select widescreen and I see more of the image.

3) When I select Progressive scan in God of War, the text and image is so much crisper (despite that it is being displayed in 480P) that now I play God of War with widescreen off and Progressive scan on in the God of War options. The picture is crisp and widescreen (or partially widescreen -see #1 above). I'm I missing something?

Thanks - great thread.

[dallow]

OK, I have a several related questions. I have a Panasonic 50 inch 720p Plasma TV (TH50PX60U) and a PS3 hooked up via HDMI. I have the PS3 to upscale PS2 games (Full) and Smoothing on.

1) When I play a PS2 game, the game is displayed widescreen BUT does NOT utilize the entire screen. Small black strips are on top and bottom and much larger strips on the left and right side (maybe about an inch or inch and a half on each side.) Why is this?

2) When I play God of War on my PS3 with the setting above, I go into the Option Menu and select widescreen. When I do, the picture stretches vertically, cutting off MORE of the image. So now I don't select widescreen and I see more of the image.

3) When I select Progressive scan in God of War, the text and image is so much crisper (despite that it is being displayed in 480P) that now I play God of War with widescreen off and Progressive scan on in the God of War options. The picture is crisp and widescreen (or partially widescreen -see #1 above). I'm I missing something?

Thanks - great thread.

1. Do you want to play games stretched even if they're not widescreen, or do you want to play in whatever aspect ratio the game is supposed to be in? Answer and I can help.

2. That's because God of War 1 has a "fake widescreen mode", like you said, it just chops off top and bottom. Play it in regular mode.

3. I'm not sure I understand what you're saying here.

[cheapfrag]

1. Do you want to play games stretched even if they're not widescreen, or do you want to play in whatever aspect ration the game is supposed to be in? Answer and I can help.

2. That's because God of War 1 has a "fake widescreen mode", like you said, it just chops off top and bottom. Play it in regular mode.

3. I'm not sure I understand what you're saying here.

1. Widescreen no matter what - which means it will be stretched for non widescreen games.

2. OK

3. God of War with progressive scan option set to ON (which forces it to 480P) looks MUCH better/crisper than progressive scan option OFF and upscaling to 720P.

[dallow]

1. Widescreen no matter what - which means it will be stretched for non widescreen games.

2. OK

3. God of War with progressive scan option set to ON (which forces it to 480P) looks MUCH better/crisper than progressive scan option OFF and upscaling to 720P.

1. Ok. You'll have to live with the black bars then. Those are what is known as underscan. They're lines that normally are hidden when playing on a regular TV. You'll find that just about every older gen game has this. The bars are just part of the image.
Google "underscan" and you'll see better explanations.

3. It looks better because the game changes so that it's optimized for it's own progressive mode. I would also play with it on in 480p.

Hehe, probably not the answers you wanted to hear.

[mtxbass1]

seanr, a guy at work told me he uses eyeconnect to connect his PS3 and Mac. It's not free, but it does work.

Can anyone tell me if I can change the default background of the ps3 menu? The black is a little dark.

[seanr1221]

Yea thanks MTX. Eye connect was neat for the month I used it. I suppose I could keep downloading the month trial.

As for the background, no. However, the colors change depending on the month/time of day.

I'd imagine a future firmware update will allow you to put in custom backgrounds similar to the psp.

[Scorch]

A few questions..

Can the tilt feature be disabled globally or do you have to do it for each individual game?

Do they have VGA cables for the PS3? I don't want to see the system on my TV, it wouldn't look that great.

I'm sitting this on a wired shelf (http://www.cisco-eagle.com/storage/shelving/Wireshelving/wire-shelving-connection.jpg) on the bottom row, next to my 360. This should be alright, correct?

PS2 and PS1 games save directly onto the hard drive, right? I don't have a memory card that I'm transferring anything from so I don't need the adapter.

If I were to use the "PS2 to PS3" adapter, could I plug in a normal dual shock controller and get the rumble feature for all of the PS1 and PS2 games, so long as they originally supported it?

[dallow]

A few questions..

Can the tilt feature be disabled globally or do you have to do it for each individual game?

Do they have VGA cables for the PS3? I don't want to see the system on my TV, it wouldn't look that great.

I'm sitting this on a wired shelf (http://www.cisco-eagle.com/storage/shelving/Wireshelving/wire-shelving-connection.jpg) on the bottom row, next to my 360. This should be alright, correct?

PS2 and PS1 games save directly onto the hard drive, right? I don't have a memory card that I'm transferring anything from so I don't need the adapter.

If I were to use the "PS2 to PS3" adapter, could I plug in a normal dual shock controller and get the rumble feature for all of the PS1 and PS2 games, so long as they originally supported it?

1. Tilt is required in some games, and not in others. If it's optional, the default setting is usually off. Few games use it extensively. In Resistance, you just use it to shake off enemies when they grab you or if you're on fire. (shake shake)

2. No VGA option. Unless you use some kind of converter, but even that wouldn't be a true VGA picture.

3. As long as the vent is clear, should be fine.

4. Yeah, you create virtual mem cards on the hard drive.

5. Yes, though there are some adapters that don't work as well as others. I think there's a thread on which one is the one to get to enable rumble. I bought a cheap no name brand one and rumble doesn't work. Don't think it works with the Pelican adapter either.

[Rig]

I really want to pick up a PS3 before they begin the emulation.

My PS2 is almost on ebay; there's just one tiny problem I see.

Haven't been able to find any information online, but I have a metal DDR mat for my PS2. It connects to one of those control boxes that then plugs into the PS2 controller slot.

My question is this: will it be useable on a PS3? I really don't want to sell my PS2 if I cannot use the metal mat I paid for. But, I'd rather not keep my PS2 around either.

[Scorch]

1. Tilt is required in some games, and not in others. If it's optional, the default setting is usually off. Few games use it extensively. In Resistance, you just use it to shake off enemies when they grab you or if you're on fire. (shake shake)

2. No VGA option. Unless you use some kind of converter, but even that wouldn't be a true VGA picture.

3. As long as the vent is clear, should be fine.

4. Yeah, you create virtual mem cards on the hard drive.

5. Yes, though there are some adapters that don't work as well as others. I think there's a thread on which one is the one to get to enable rumble. I bought a cheap no name brand one and rumble doesn't work. Don't think it works with the Pelican adapter either.

Thanks for the quick response. It's unfortunate to hear that there's no VGA option, but it's nothing that's a deal breaker, either. Good to hear about the memory cards. Just picked up a black label FF7.. can't wait to start playing it. Never played through it before!

[FriskyTanuki]

Thanks for the quick response. It's unfortunate to hear that there's no VGA option, but it's nothing that's a deal breaker, either. Good to hear about the memory cards. Just picked up a black label FF7.. can't wait to start playing it. Never played through it before!
Just make sure you create the virtual memory card first before you try to play the game. ;)

[Brak]

What does "folding" mean?

[Mechafenris]

seanr, a guy at work told me he uses eyeconnect to connect his PS3 and Mac. It's not free, but it does work.

Can anyone tell me if I can change the default background of the ps3 menu? The black is a little dark.

It's probably a little late (and it's most likely been mentioned already... if so, I second it.)

But I use Twonkyvision to great effect (the latest version works specifically with the PS3 and 360)... sharing my music and movies between my Mac and 360/PS3.

I enjoy using custom soundtracks while playing things like Uno or whatnot, and having it work with my PS3 as well is just a bonus. (I used to use 360connect, but it didn't like my custom firmware of my linksys router... that has since died from a power surge dangit...)

I watched "Devil Girl from Mars" on my TV streaming from my Mac... (and my rip of Godzilla:2000 too..) Pretty snazzy, and dang simple to set up to boot.

(I cannot compare it to eye-connect, because I only heard of TwonkyVision at the time I was searching for a streaming server solution.)

[SteveMcQ]

OP updated. Thanks again everyone. Great job as well, dallow. FYI, I'm just putting a general thanks at the bottom of the OP instead of at the end of every answer for easier formatting. I'm also trying to reword some of your answers so it's a smaller FAQ for new users. I don't intend to take credit for your responses and if I mistate something, please let me know.

Anyway, got a question myself: How the hell do I configure the network settings? Is there a really good step-by-step guide somewhere, 'cause I can't figure it out. The "IP Check" and "Internet Connection" tests pass, but logging onto the PlayStation Network always fails for me. I tried both wired and wireless, but would prefer wired. I just plugged in my 360 and it seemed to work off the bat, but I don't know how to figure out all these settings to check on my PC and router. Thanks for your help.

[177adjen17]

great thread....definitely going to try the HDD switching....to the CAGers that did it, how do u transfer stuff back to the new HDD?

[NamPaehc]

great thread....definitely going to try the HDD switching....to the CAGers that did it, how do u transfer stuff back to the new HDD?

What kind of stuff? If you mean games or anything downloaded off the PSN you should be able to download them again (up to 5 times) onto the new HD.

Game saves/Music/Images/Movies? Copy to a portable storage device via USB off old HD, then upload them back to the new one once installed.

[RelentlessRolento]

huge question or not:

immediatly after I hooked up and started using my PS3 I uploaded some of my PSP mp4 videos onto the system. What was nice was that all the videos I uploaded from the PSP now have a small 15 second animation of the video. All other files I've uploaded don't seem to do that... >_< can someone explain to me how to get it so all my video files will haev that cool 15 second animation.

if you don't know what I'm talking about, it's the icon in the games section the defines each game, but like the animated ones (ala Ridge Racer 7 Demo).

[177adjen17]

What kind of stuff? If you mean games or anything downloaded off the PSN you should be able to download them again (up to 5 times) onto the new HD.

Game saves/Music/Images/Movies? Copy to a portable storage device via USB off old HD, then upload them back to the new one once installed.

stuff mostly from the PSN....i wanted to avoid whole downloading them again from PSN and just transfer them from the old HDD...or is that the only option i really have? also do "user accounts" get affected by the move?

huge question or not:

immediatly after I hooked up and started using my PS3 I uploaded some of my PSP mp4 videos onto the system. What was nice was that all the videos I uploaded from the PSP now have a small 15 second animation of the video. All other files I've uploaded don't seem to do that... >_< can someone explain to me how to get it so all my video files will haev that cool 15 second animation.

if you don't know what I'm talking about, it's the icon in the games section the defines each game, but like the animated ones (ala Ridge Racer 7 Demo).

upload and play the vid on PS3...press triangle...look for "change icon"( looks like a mini crossbar).....from there u can pretty much choose where u want to start the 15sec vid...

[pete5883]

I've got a question that sadly may determine whether I get a PS3 now (because I'm being threatened with an almost immediate loss of EE) or later. And I'm afraid the answer is no, but: Can I use my PS1/PS2 S-Video cable for the PS3? Because if I get a PS3 to play PS2 games now, I either have to buy an S-Video or Component cable for it that will be replaced in a few months when I get an HDTV, or suffer for months with Composite, which will be a visual downgrade from my PS2. Anyone?

[cleaver]

Do you need a remote control to play movies, is it a good idea to get a remote, or does it not really matter?

[Javery]

If I buy a PS3 is there ANY reason to hang on to my PStwo? This is critical for WAF.

[SteveMcQ]

Do you need a remote control to play movies, is it a good idea to get a remote, or does it not really matter?You don't need a remote to play movies. The GUI for movie control is pretty similar to the PS2...just press the triangle button to bring it up. If you're a heavy movie watcher, though, I'd recommend getting the BR remote. It gives you quicker access to all the controls, plus with the benefit of using Bluetooth, it will not need line of sight to the system to function.

If I buy a PS3 is there ANY reason to hang on to my PStwo? This is critical for WAF.Though the backwards compatibility is pretty robust, there's a few games out there that have problems and some peripherals (Guitar Hero controller is one, I think) don't function on the PS3.

This site (http://www.us.playstation.com/Support/CompatibleStatus) will let you search any PS1 and PS2 games for incompatibilities with PS3, providing detailed problems for each game.

How the hell do I configure the network settings? Is there a really good step-by-step guide somewhere, 'cause I can't figure it out. The "IP Check" and "Internet Connection" tests pass, but logging onto the PlayStation Network always fails for me. I tried both wired and wireless, but would prefer wired. I just plugged in my 360 and it seemed to work off the bat, but I don't know how to figure out all these settings to check on my PC and router. Thanks for your help.Bump since I wanna know start downloading stuff from the PS Store.

[TC]

Here is an odd one. Last night I was messing around with the system settings. I have the video feed 1080p hooked up via HDMI and 5.1 via optical going directly to my reciever. Yes I changed the sound output to optical in the system options. I popped in Pirates Dead Mans Chest and it worked perfectly. After that I threw in Gladiator and the PS3 spits out an error that it cannot play this disc with some goofey error code.

Anyone else have trouble playing Gladiator DVD with a similar setup?

[dallow]

I've got a question that sadly may determine whether I get a PS3 now (because I'm being threatened with an almost immediate loss of EE) or later. And I'm afraid the answer is no, but: Can I use my PS1/PS2 S-Video cable for the PS3? Because if I get a PS3 to play PS2 games now, I either have to buy an S-Video or Component cable for it that will be replaced in a few months when I get an HDTV, or suffer for months with Composite, which will be a visual downgrade from my PS2. Anyone?

Yes, they are interchangable.
So use the S-Video on the PS3 from your PS2.

I will be answering a ton of everyone's questions tonight, please check back!!!

[The Mana Knight]

I can let everyone know, Sonic Mega Collection+ on PS2 has issues on PS3, with the sound skipping and such.

[Scorch]

I don't think I already asked this..

if a game was playable online via PS2, will it work on PS3? Like RE: Outbreak.

[snakelda]

maybe you should put in the OP which cables you can use from monoprice?I just ordered them but they don't say all the crap the PS3 does but more like "scientific names" like male to male.

[FriskyTanuki]

I don't think I already asked this..

if a game was playable online via PS2, will it work on PS3? Like RE: Outbreak.
It should. I just got online with MLB 07 to download rosters and sliders. I believe there's something to download in the PS Store for PS2 games that used the hard drive.

[SteveMcQ]

maybe you should put in the OP which cables you can use from monoprice?I just ordered them but they don't say all the crap the PS3 does but more like "scientific names" like male to male.How do you suggest I word it? "Male to male" HDMI cable is probably the easiest way so that's how monoprice lists them.

[RelentlessRolento]

upload and play the vid on PS3...press triangle...look for "change icon"( looks like a mini crossbar).....from there u can pretty much choose where u want to start the 15sec vid...then just dl it back to psp


nice, huge thx. I was trying to use trianlge from outside of the movie playing on the file to get the icon, but didn't realize it was within the video playing.

[snakelda]

hmm....that and/or put links of the cablesHow do you suggest I word it? "Male to male" HDMI cable is probably the easiest way so that's how monoprice lists them.

[lanleague]

I can't get MPEG-4 files I've downloaded and then put on a USB Stick to play on my PS3. Any help there?

[The Mana Knight]

I don't think I already asked this..

if a game was playable online via PS2, will it work on PS3? Like RE: Outbreak.PS2 online games work on PS3; however, for voicechat, you gotta use a USB headset. Also to let you know, RE Outbreak already had its server cut anyway (a friend who played a lot told me).

[SteveMcQ]

Does PS3 have low-power downloading like 360 (shut off console, but background downloading of your cue continues)? Also, can I play games while downloads continue in the background?

[The Mana Knight]

Well, I'll put it this way. When downloading from the PS Store, you can choose to download in the background. You can download in the background while playing PS3 games (in offline play, not online multi-player), while playing PS1 games (downloads and disc based games), and while browsing the XMB. If you turn the console off, play a DVD, PS2 game, etc., the download will stop, and when you sign back on online, the download will resume. You can download several things in a row (forgot the number, I believe up to 16 in the background).

[shadylane]

is there an adapter yet to use a universal remote?

did they fix the erasing of the ps1 and ps2 memory cards after transferring.

is it safe to swap out hard drives? which ones would you recommend? and what is the difference between the ones you buy and the one that is already installed?

if i hook up hdmi should have my optical take care of audio or leave the hdmi to do that job?

[SteveMcQ]

is there an adapter yet to use a universal remote?

did they fix the erasing of the ps1 and ps2 memory cards after transferring.

is it safe to swap out hard drives? which ones would you recommend? and what is the difference between the ones you buy and the one that is already installed?

if i hook up hdmi should have my optical take care of audio or leave the hdmi to do that job?1) I've not see an adapter to use a universal remote.

2) Bump

3) Perfectly safe, just follow the video in the OP. There's HDD recommendations on page two or three. The only major difference would obviously be an upgrade in HDD size. Just be certain it's a SATA 2.5 in drive. And I'm not sure if anyone's found out if there's a limit to the HDD size a PS3 can recognize, but the 120GBs seem to be working for everyone.

4) Good question. I was tyring to think of a way to word this in the OP, but haven't figured it out yet.

If your receiver has HDMI inputs, then just use that since it's one less cable to run. But if the only HDMI input you have is on your TV, then you're gonna need an optical cable to handle surround sound.

[chodax]

Is there a way to download japanese demos/games from my US PS3? On XBL you can make a japanese account and have access to the japanese demos and such.

[The Mana Knight]

is there an adapter yet to use a universal remote?

did they fix the erasing of the ps1 and ps2 memory cards after transferring.

is it safe to swap out hard drives? which ones would you recommend? and what is the difference between the ones you buy and the one that is already installed?

if i hook up hdmi should have my optical take care of audio or leave the hdmi to do that job?
1). This is an IR Dongle (http://www.amazon.com/Blu-Wave-Remote-for-PS3/dp/B000R5H7KE/) with remote. I have not heard anyone test it to make sure it works with universal remotes.

2. Data saves do NOT erase on your previous memory cards when transferring them to the PS3 HDD. You can now transfer PS1/PS2 data saves back to a PS1/PS2 memory card since firmware update 1.8.

3). I heard it's very easy. Make sure it is a serial ATA (or SATA I think, someone correct me) 2.5" HDD. RPM does not make a difference and the higher you get, just produces more heat. 5400 RPM is good enough. Secondly, cache plays a big role. The bigger the cache, that better (games that utilize the HDD will load faster with a higher cache. The 20GB has a 2MB cache compared to the 60GB having a 8MB cache, which explains why it takes 10 seconds for GripShift to load off the 60GB HDD while it takes 30 seconds to load off the 20GB HDD). 16MB cache is the best, but hard to find.

4). You can do either I believe. I just use HDMI to carry the sound. Much easier, since the PS3 will do an automatic configuration through HDMI.
Is there a way to download japanese demos/games from my US PS3? On XBL you can make a japanese account and have access to the japanese demos and such.
Create a Japanese account. You can google about creating a Japanese PSN account, and you'll find sites how to do it. It's really easy and you can play the Japanese stuff with your U.S. account.

However, as a warning, SCE is looking to crackdown on fake accounts from other countries. As a warning, there have been reports of some getting banned on PSN for doing this, which is why I removed my U.K. account and won't login to my Japanese account anymore. The paid content though, you cannot access for now unless you find Japanese PSN cards in yen.

[chodax]

Wow I wonder why they are so against it. Guess it's not worth doing.

[The Mana Knight]

Wow I wonder why they are so against it. Guess it's not worth doing.Well, the same reason why MS wants to delete them. When Sony launches their online movie, music, etc. download service, many publishers want to keep their content regional, not worldwide. That's part of the reason Sony wants to crackdown on it now until it becomes a problem.

The other problem is that Sony may send stuff to addresses. And if the thing can't be delivered due to a fake address, Sony is going to be ticked because they paid shipping (similar to those who make a fake Euro account, got an email from Sony saying they get a free Casino Royale blu-ray disc. I know I got one).

I'm not saying you'll be caught, because there have been many who weren't. I believe there's something in the long agreement saying not to do it. IMO, right now it isn't really worth it to have a Japan account (unless you want to try Folklore now, but it's heavily Japanese). Before there was a good reason, when Hot Shots Golf 5 was up (now its gone, since it was a limited time).

[shadylane]

ok so a 2.5 with 120gb and 16 mb of cache is the best...hmmm so no online retailer sells these? whats the price range on them??

[The Mana Knight]

I'd personally go 120 or 160GB, 2.5" Serial ATA, with 8MB cache and 5400 RPM.

I'm looking at getting one here:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=2010150380+130971534&name=80GB+and+higher

Most of my PS3 friends did, and many customer reviews mentioned that they used one in their PS3. I just haven't seen many (or if any) with 16MB cache, but 8MB is fine (just 16MB would be the best).

[shadylane]

wow those are alot of hard drives. any particular one your looking at? also do name brands matter? which is the name brand on the sony one?

[The Mana Knight]

I'm looking at either 160GB or 250GB. I store lots of music and videos on my PS3, plus I download almost every demo, game from the PS Store (no joke), and many PS1 downloads in the future. 160GB seems reasonably priced, but I kind of want the big storage, so I may go 250GB.

I'm not too sure what brand the HDD is inside PS3, but I could have sworn it was Seagate (maybe Western Digital, but I'm guessing Seagate). IGN did a HDD swap and they mentioned the brand, I believe.

[shadylane]

i'm looking at this one here...

http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=2010150380+50001305+130971534+1309721217&name=160GB

which one would it be. i'm sorry i'm not really good when it comes to hardware stuff in a machine.

[NamPaehc]

You guys do know that you don't have to upgrade the HD right?

IF you want, you can also use an external USB HD. Only you won't be able to download/install games, but I have one myself. I own a 500GB HD (over kill I know but hey I got a good deal) and store all my music and movies on it.

Only thing you'll need to do is set it to SATA (think that is right) which I just downloaded a program and it reformated the HD for me in one minute.

[DesertEagleXIX]

One thing I'd like to see explored further is the TV lockups via HDMI.

When I first got my PS3, the my Norcent TV would lock-up, when the PS3 was booting, the next to last firmware fix seems to address the issue.

Now, with the latrest firmware update, I have rare TV freezing again.

[The Mana Knight]

You guys do know that you don't have to upgrade the HD right?

IF you want, you can also use an external USB HD. Only you won't be able to download/install games, but I have one myself. I own a 500GB HD (over kill I know but hey I got a good deal) and store all my music and movies on it.

Only thing you'll need to do is set it to SATA (think that is right) which I just downloaded a program and it reformated the HD for me in one minute.Yeah, I know, but 20GB still isn't enough for my gaming stuff, so I'm looking at getting a larger HDD in the first place. I just don't want to connect many internal devices to my PS3 regularly, so that's why I'm looking towards a larger one. ;)

[OuTrAgE]

I have a rather... broad question. My new PS3 has a controller problem. I emailed Amazon.com about it (where I bought it from) and they said they have to replace everything (not just the controller). This won't cause any problems, besides having to download all the stuff I already downloaded and setting up my options again... will it? Like user accounts or anything?

Just want to make sure it will only be a slight hassle instead of a major one. I could always just eat the loss ($40), but I'd obviously rather not.

[Dante Devil]

Something I want to ask. I have my PS3 hooked up to my TV via HDMI cable. The highest resolution of my set is 1080i. When I turn on my PS3 it is displayed in 1080i, but when I put in Resistance my resolution drops down to 780p. Is that normal or does Resistance no display in 1080i?

[NamPaehc]

Something I want to ask. I have my PS3 hooked up to my TV via HDMI cable. The highest resolution of my set is 1080i. When I turn on my PS3 it is displayed in 1080i, but when I put in Resistance my resolution drops down to 780p. Is that normal or does Resistance no display in 1080i?

Yes. Some of the early games that run in 720p do not upscale. This number is very small and mainly, Resistance is the one that stands out the most. A lot of PS3 games are built to run at good frame rates on 720p, but they can upscale if the developers put it into the game. Most of them are now since launch, so this issue has more or less been addressed.

There is nothing wrong with your PS3/TV/Game.

Perhasps if they re-release Resistance in some sort of specail edtion with new content, it'll allow upscaling.

[Thomas96]

How do you use and prep external hard drives for use w/ the PS3?

[Walt Jay]

Quick cable question. Something like this would work well?

http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10240&cs_id=1024004&p_id=2412&style=&seq=1&format=1#largeimage

Thanks!

[chodax]

Is there any way to sort out the demos between the real games that I have purchased/downloaded? I hate having all the demos cluttered within my real games. Is there any way to make 2 seperate folders or anything like that?

[mykevermin]

Quick cable question. Something like this would work well?

http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10240&cs_id=1024004&p_id=2412&style=&seq=1&format=1#largeimage

Thanks!

Yep. It will work as well as the top-dollar HDMI cables, and you'll feel smarter for saving so much money.

I set up TwonkyVision to stream media to my PS3, but it tends to disconnect after 30 seconds to a minute. I'll play a video or song, for example, and it will cut out and return to the XMB. Seconds later, the Twonky servers will show up again. Any ideas? My MacBook is mostly connected wirelessly, so I tried connecting it w/ an ethernet cable, and had the same issues. Yikes. Overall, though, it's a very easy to use program for media streaming. I likes it. If I can get it to work consistently, I'd like it a lot.

[seanr1221]

Yep. It will work as well as the top-dollar HDMI cables, and you'll feel smarter for saving so much money.

I set up TwonkyVision to stream media to my PS3, but it tends to disconnect after 30 seconds to a minute. I'll play a video or song, for example, and it will cut out and return to the XMB. Seconds later, the Twonky servers will show up again. Any ideas? My MacBook is mostly connected wirelessly, so I tried connecting it w/ an ethernet cable, and had the same issues. Yikes. Overall, though, it's a very easy to use program for media streaming. I likes it. If I can get it to work consistently, I'd like it a lot.

Twonky is a mess for me, so I'd like to know too.

I'm using an iBook G4.

[shadylane]

hey guys my tv has an optical output like this http://www.davestv.net/images/KDLX40XBR2Back.jpg. would i be able to connect everything through hdmi into my tv and then output and audio from ps3, dvd, etc through the single optical out into my reciever? how do you guys have your ps3 audio hooked up through hdmi?

[Walt Jay]

Yep. It will work as well as the top-dollar HDMI cables, and you'll feel smarter for saving so much money.

Thanks for the advice. 8-)

[Skexis]

This may or may not be old news: for those that might be using 3rd party memory cards, they don't work well (read: at all) with the memory card adapter. You'll want to put all the saves to bring over to PS3 on 1st party cards before you make the switch.

I didn't know about this, so I lost a bunch of PS1 saves because I don't have my fat model PS2 anymore.

[RelentlessRolento]

This may or may not be old news: for those that might be using 3rd party memory cards, they don't work well (read: at all) with the memory card adapter. You'll want to put all the saves to bring over to PS3 on 1st party cards before you make the switch.

I didn't know about this, so I lost a bunch of PS1 saves because I don't have my fat model PS2 anymore.

My 3rd party PS2 mem card worked fine on it. I don't see that it's a problem with all 3rd party models.

[dallow]

hey guys my tv has an optical output like this http://www.davestv.net/images/KDLX40XBR2Back.jpg. would i be able to connect everything through hdmi into my tv and then output and audio from ps3, dvd, etc through the single optical out into my reciever? how do you guys have your ps3 audio hooked up through hdmi?I'm guessing your receiver has only 1 optical in?

Sounds like it would work that way, though I'm not sure whether or not you'd get the Dolby Digital signal or if it'll be lost in translation.

I connect PS3 to TV via HDMI, and optical out to the receiver.
I'll be upgrading though soon and won't need the optical anymore.

[The Mana Knight]

I finally tried to stream content from my PC, to my PS3, and it worked well. Still can't get videos to stream though, but I'm working on that (they should work, since they are basically PS Store videos copied to my PS3). For fun, I tried to access them via remote play, and it worked (playing music from my PC, to PS3, to PSP via remote play is too awesome).

Although it's at the Official PS Boards, if anyone wants to know a program on streaming content from their computer to PS3, check it out. Gives a list of programs too.
http://boardsus.playstation.com/playstation/board/message?board.id=ps3media&thread.id=44882

[chodax]

Is there any way to sort out the demos between the real games that I have purchased/downloaded? I hate having all the demos cluttered within my real games. Is there any way to make 2 seperate folders or anything like that?


bump

[dallow]

Not yet Chodax, which is a real bummer.
I have way too many things.

A FW update will remedy this.

[Scorch]

Can all games be installed so they can load faster (please let Oblivion be installable) or is it just some games?

[wowimsocute]

since this is a faq of sorts, here is my noob question:

i read that you have to convert media to a PS3 compatible format and/or you can stream over WMP11/Nero home.

since you can install linux on the ps3, can you install an app like VLC and simply ftp avi's over to watch?

i LOVE having XBMC on my xbox1.

[Bezerker]

Can all games be installed so they can load faster (please let Oblivion be installable) or is it just some games?

Oblivion does an auto-install. Takes up around 4 gigs. Funny thing is that i didnt even know it happened (it happens during the opening bethesda/2k logo sequence). Kind of hard to believe considering that games like Sigma took forever to install (and yet sigma is a smaller install than oblivion).

[RelentlessRolento]

Not yet Chodax, which is a real bummer.
I have way too many things.

A FW update will remedy this.

I'm with chodax... it's annoying as fuck to have this stuff all mixed together.

[chodax]

I'm with chodax... it's annoying as fuck to have this stuff all mixed together.

Only one way to get this solved... a petition!!

[SteveMcQ]

since this is a faq of sorts, here is my noob question:

i read that you have to convert media to a PS3 compatible format and/or you can stream over WMP11/Nero home.

since you can install linux on the ps3, can you install an app like VLC and simply ftp avi's over to watch?

i LOVE having XBMC on my xbox1.Anyone?

I'll update the OP sometime tomorrow. Been kind of busy.

[Scorch]

Oblivion does an auto-install. Takes up around 4 gigs. Funny thing is that i didnt even know it happened (it happens during the opening bethesda/2k logo sequence). Kind of hard to believe considering that games like Sigma took forever to install (and yet sigma is a smaller install than oblivion).

Good to know. And i'm sure the disc has to be in the drive even after being installed. I can't wait to give this a shot.. Tuesday!

[apokalipze2]

You should add psn gamesharing and transferring to the faq.

[Scorch]

Yeah, regarding gamesharing.. can someone explain that?

Someone else can buy Tekken and "share" it with me and I get it for free?

[seanr1221]

Yeah, regarding gamesharing.. can someone explain that?

Someone else can buy Tekken and "share" it with me and I get it for free?

There's a game sharing thread floating around, but in simple terms...

I give you my loggin name + password.

You create a new user on your ps3 and loggin with my name and password.

Download tekken to your PS3

keep that new user on your ps3, but you never have to log into it again (just make sure it stays on your system!)

You can now play tekken whenever you want.

I change my password back so you can't pull any shenanigans ;)

[Halo05]

To anyone other than that fuckwad, The Mana Knight.

First, is there a way to use wired PS2 controllers on the PS3. Specifically a Hori Real Arcade Pro 2 and my PS2 Sega Saturn pads.

Second, can USB gamepads be used on the PS3. I'm specifically wondering for my Sega Saturn USB pad. If I can't use the PS2 version, this one would work just as well.

Finally, other than the potential controller issue, is there any reason to keep my old US fat and slim PS2s (one of each) around?

Thanks in advance.

[mykevermin]

Finally, other than the potential controller issue, is there any reason to keep my old US fat and slim PS2s (one of each) around?

PS1/2 imports?

[apokalipze2]

To anyone other than that fuckwad, The Mana Knight.

First, is there a way to use wired PS2 controllers on the PS3. Specifically a Hori Real Arcade Pro 2 and my PS2 Sega Saturn pads.
Thanks in advance.http://www.gamestop.com/product.asp?product%5Fid=802566
The pelican adapter seems to be the choice when it comes to using wired controllers on the ps2. I've also tried my hrap on it and it plays flawlessly

[Halo05]

Nice, thanks youse guys.

The PS1/2 imports are taken care of by my Japanese PS2 which isn't going anywhere until it dies and blows up on me.

[Azumangaman]

Ok, so as of now, can you use wallpaper on your PS3 or is there wallpaper there for you to use?

And how long does it usually take to complete downloads (i.e.-Tekken 5:DR, 555MB )

[Vendetta]

Ok, so as of now, can you use wallpaper on your PS3 or is there wallpaper there for you to use?

And how long does it usually take to complete downloads (i.e.-Tekken 5:DR, 555MB )

As far as I know, the wallpaper is non-changeable.

It's hard to answer your second question, as people's internet connections vary. Personally a 555MB download would take me roughly 30 minutes, assuming it goes 300 kb/s.

I'd really like for them to create a separate folder for game demos like some have suggested, as they really clutter up PSN games you've purchased.

[WebScud]

Why are they okay with HDD upgrades when a third-party HDMI cable will void you warranty? Or was that just a rumor?

[dallow]

Why are they okay with HDD upgrades when a third-party HDMI cable will void you warranty? Or was that just a rumor?Just a standard way to cover themselves.

[WebScud]

I know. That's totally understandable.

But I still find it odd saying "go, upgrade your hard drive!"

[shrike4242]

For the curious, this is the link on the Sony website for their ESP (Extended Service Plan) for any of their products:

http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CategoryDisplay?catalogId=10551&storeId=10151&langId=-1&categoryId=27211

Shows they have 2-4 year plans for the PS3 that'll cover repair, as well as plans that add in accidental damage protection.

[dallow]

I know. That's totally understandable.

But I still find it odd saying "go, upgrade your hard drive!"
Hehe, forgot to mention that, but yeah, it is weird. Oh well, they'll never have to know.

[Scorch]

For the curious, this is the link on the Sony website for their ESP (Extended Service Plan) for any of their products:

http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CategoryDisplay?catalogId=10551&storeId=10151&langId=-1&categoryId=27211

Shows they have 2-4 year plans for the PS3 that'll cover repair, as well as plans that add in accidental damage protection.

but..

Gaming and Entertainment Service Plans cover Playstation®2 systems, PlayStation® Portable and AIBO® entertainment robots.

Where does it say it covers the PS3?

[Apossum]

For the curious, this is the link on the Sony website for their ESP (Extended Service Plan) for any of their products:

http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CategoryDisplay?catalogId=10551&storeId=10151&langId=-1&categoryId=27211

Shows they have 2-4 year plans for the PS3 that'll cover repair, as well as plans that add in accidental damage protection.


wow, I have yet to read the terms, but those are some very fairly priced contracts.

ESP GAMING AND ENT $500-$750
2 Year Service Plan $34.99
Add To Cart
3 Year Service Plan $49.99
Add To Cart
2 Year Service Plan with Accidental Damage from Handling $56.99
Add To Cart
4 Year Service Plan $74.99
Add To Cart
3 Year Service Plan with Accidental Damage from Handling $79.99
Add To Cart
4 Year Service Plan with Accidental Damage from Handling $119.99
Add To Cart

[shrike4242]

but..

Where does it say it covers the PS3?It doesn't list it specifically, though I've sent some emails back and forth with them when I was thinking about trying to find a used PS2 20GB from EBStop or GC, and they mentioned that it did. Their site isn't updated to reflect that yet, so they told me.

Plus, it's on the dollar amount of the product, so the prices Apossum posted are for the $500-$750 item. PS3 should be in the $250-$500 level of pricing, which is a bit cheaper.

wow, I have yet to read the terms, but those are some very fairly priced contracts.The 2 year is a rip for the single year it gives you, the 3 year and 4 year prices are much better values. 3 year is slightly less per year than the 4 year, though it's the difference of a couple dollars per year.

[Apossum]

The 2 year is a rip for the single year it gives you, the 3 year and 4 year prices are much better values. 3 year is slightly less per year than the 4 year, though it's the difference of a couple dollars per year.


ohhh...it overlaps with the regular warranty?

I forgot about that. There's a law in WI that requires extended warranties to start after the manufacturer period. at least, that's how it works in stores.

[shrike4242]

ohhh...it overlaps with the regular warranty?

I forgot about that. There's a law in WI that requires extended warranties to start after the manufacturer period. at least, that's how it works in stores.Yes, they do:

Service Plans for Portable Electronics begin immediately upon the date of product purchase and extend the coverage period up to the term selected.

So, the 2/3/4 year warranty plans are actually for 1/2/3 years additional coverage. No surprise there, like some other vendors do, it's clearly inclusive.

[Halo05]

Alright I combed the thread and didn't find anything about...

Can the Xbox 360 Guitar Hero II guitar be used on the PS3? Ya know, to play the PS2 versions of GH1, GH2 and the upcoming GH 80's.

[dallow]

Alright I combed the thread and didn't find anything about...

Can the Xbox 360 Guitar Hero II guitar be used on the PS3? Ya know, to play the PS2 versions of GH1, GH2 and the upcoming GH 80's.No.
It's also best to play GH on PS2.

Not very friendly on PS3, even with an adapter.
GH3 can't come soon enough.

[Halo05]

I don't want to buy a guitar just for the PS2 versions, I'm far from done with the 360 port anyhow.

[Riyonuk]

Ok, I really want a PS3 and X360, and have the money for the most expensive versions, I just dont know which "version" is better and why? Could someone maybe help >_>

[apokalipze2]

Ok, I really want a PS3 and X360, and have the money for the most expensive versions, I just dont know which "version" is better and why? Could someone maybe help >_>There's only 1 version of the ps3 and that's the 60gb.

[Scorch]

There's only 1 version of the ps3 and that's the 60gb.

..not really, most stores still have 20gb versions laying around

[apokalipze2]

Ah, I was thinking officially. In that case I would go with the 20gb since it could be had for around $400.00+ and it's the same as the 60gb minus the wifi and card readers

[Serpentor]

i just wanna say, this thread is great! Thanks all for the effort :)

[dallow]

If anyone's questions got passed over, please bump them or ask again.
Sorry to have missed them.

[Scorch]

Oblivion does an auto-install. Takes up around 4 gigs. Funny thing is that i didnt even know it happened (it happens during the opening bethesda/2k logo sequence). Kind of hard to believe considering that games like Sigma took forever to install (and yet sigma is a smaller install than oblivion).

Probably because Oblivion didn't install fully. There's no way. The load times are still quite lengthy on it. Ninja Gaiden Sigma only took like four or five minutes.

[gorgonzola238]

I just bought mine on Monday, but I can't open it up until Saturday. Well I can, it's just I have some things to take care of, anywho I have a coupla questions.

Did anyone buy the Product Replacement Plan for those that bought it at a retailer? I still have 30 days to do it, I was wondering if it was necessary.

Also, I kinda skimmed most of this topic and I don't think it was answered.

I know when you transfer PS2 memory card info over, it creates a virtual memory card. I remember reading around launch time, if you had multiple cards, it would create multiple virtual cards. For example: If you have two PS2 memory cards, it will create 2 Virtual Memory cards. Is that still the case or is there a way to set the size for a PS2 Virtual card and dump all the contents there?

[Riyonuk]

I gots another question: Why might someone want to install linux on their ps3? Make it into a private server? Code for the ps3? Emulators? Homebrew? Just so they can say they did?

[dallow]

I know when you transfer PS2 memory card info over, it creates a virtual memory card. I remember reading around launch time, if you had multiple cards, it would create multiple virtual cards. For example: If you have two PS2 memory cards, it will create 2 Virtual Memory cards. Is that still the case or is there a way to set the size for a PS2 Virtual card and dump all the contents there?The virtual mem cards stay the standard sizes, but you can create as many as you want.

[SpikeSpiegel]

Does anybody know if Sony plans to add DivX/Avi support in the future? I'd really love to see this and I'd have no reason to keep my old Xbox around if they did.

[bvcxz11]

I called Sony Style about the extended warranty & was told PS3 is NOT covered.I said the site took my info and plan was in cart & that other people claim to have purchased plan.Rep told me the transaction would go thru,but would be eventually rejected by Service Net Solutions,the warranty provider.I had her double check with manager.She verified with manager & said they had no plans to offer PS3 extended warranty.

[shrike4242]

I called Sony Style about the extended warranty & was told PS3 is NOT covered.I said the site took my info and plan was in cart & that other people claim to have purchased plan.Rep told me the transaction would go thru,but would be eventually rejected by Service Net Solutions,the warranty provider.I had her double check with manager.She verified with manager & said they had no plans to offer PS3 extended warranty.Looks like either she's full of shit, or the two people I've dealt with are full of shit. :-s

[Vendetta]

Does anybody know if Sony plans to add DivX/Avi support in the future? I'd really love to see this and I'd have no reason to keep my old Xbox around if they did.

I wish. MKV, OGM, etc. support would be really nice too.

[PapiChullo]

Just bought my PS3 tonight. I just have a couple of questions now about the cables.

1) I saw the links to the monoprice cables, but is there a "better or best" cable to get? Or is there specific ones that work/don't work with the PS3?

2) I have an optical port on my tv as well as 3 HDMI ports. What exactly does the optical port do? Do I need optical cables to get good sound quality or something?

3) I bought some component cables for $15 (after a RW coupon) just so I wasn't playing with the standard composite cables. Is the picture quality going to be significant between the two or should I just use the composites until I get my HDMI cable?


I'm sure I'll have a ton more questions, but this thread has been great so far. Thanks for the help.

[NamPaehc]

Just bought my PS3 tonight. I just have a couple of questions now about the cables.

1) I saw the links to the monoprice cables, but is there a "better or best" cable to get? Or is there specific ones that work/don't work with the PS3?

2) I have an optical port on my tv as well as 3 HDMI ports. What exactly does the optical port do? Do I need optical cables to get good sound quality or something?

3) I bought some component cables for $15 (after a RW coupon) just so I wasn't playing with the standard composite cables. Is the picture quality going to be significant between the two or should I just use the composites until I get my HDMI cable?


I'm sure I'll have a ton more questions, but this thread has been great so far. Thanks for the help.

1) Nope. All you need is a Male/Male cable. The only thing that would make one better then another would be the length and what you need.

[seanr1221]

Depending on your tv size, you shouldn't see that much of a difference between component and HDMI.

However, the huge advantage HDMI has is that it upscales your DVDs.

Oh, and the optical out is if you have a speaker receiver. You hook an optical cable from the PS3 to the receiver to achieve surround sound.

[PapiChullo]

Man, I love monoprice. Went ahead and order a 10ft. HDMI and I already have a tracking number for my shipment, less than a half hour later. Great service.

[chodax]

I plan on upgrading my hard drive in the near future, is there a way to transfer everything I have from the HD I have right now to the one im going to be getting? I don't want to lose all my shared downloaded games and such

[177adjen17]

I plan on upgrading my hard drive in the near future, is there a way to transfer everything I have from the HD I have right now to the one im going to be getting? I don't want to lose all my shared downloaded games and such

i've asked this Q b4 also....and it looks like the option for now is just dl everything again :-(

[NamPaehc]

i've asked this Q b4 also....and it looks like the option for now is just dl everything again :-(

I'll look at it again but... There is a backup feature, though I've never used it.

As far as games/demos, I THINK yes that is only way you can get them back (download again).

But for videos/music/images you can use the backup feature.

[chodax]

I'll look at it again but... There is a backup feature, though I've never used it.

As far as games/demos, I THINK yes that is only way you can get them back (download again).

But for videos/music/images you can use the backup feature.

That stinks, I should upgrade the HD sooner I guess than later when I have tons of shared games

[tick221]

is there a way to disable the sound from playing for each game during menu navigation on the XMB. I dont mind the background change but sometimes the music is a little annoying.

Thanks

[sparklecopy]

1.does the bluray remote control do anything extra that the ps3 controller doesnt? I bought the ps2 remote and never used it since the ps2 controller did everything that it did.

2. after transferring your ps2/1 saves with the playstation 3 memory card adapter, is there any reason to keep the memory card adaptor and memory cards? Can I save them to memory stick/sd after?

[imascrub]

i think since the remote is also bluetooth, you can keep your controller charged and just take the remote with you if you're gonna sit away from the system. Other than that I guess it's just easier to find options and functions on the remote. That and you don't really have to point the remote anywhere since it is bluetooth (again, i think).

as for the memory card adapter, I believe you can also back up your hard drive virtual memory cards back onto a physical memory card through the adapter now.

[guyver2077]

well i just purchased mk2...

how the hell do i communicate with my oponent online....

[Halo05]

Uppercut him in the face. That way you're communicating, "I hate you and you're getting punched."

[guyver2077]

Uppercut him in the face. That way you're communicating, "I hate you and you're getting punched."

so i guess that means there is no in game communication... which sucks balls...

[sparklecopy]

I've got underscan on my ps2 and ps1 games on component cable running at 1080p. Is this normal? How can I adjust to fill the screen?

[Halo05]

so i guess that means there is no in game communication... which sucks balls...

I have no idea, I'm still waiting on my PS3 to arrive. Anyone else? Chatting in MK2?

[The Mana Knight]

MK2 has no voice chat (no Midway games do). The reason is that to implement voicechat in PS3 online games isn't easy to do and costly. If MKII and other Midway games were to have voicechat, its development costs would greatly increase (causing the game to be much more than it is now). There is no easy way for developers to implement voice chat, which is why its mostly in Sony's first/second party PSN games for now (although Tekken 5 DR uses it). Meh, matches are so short, I don't really care, since the game is only $5.

I have both MKII and Rampage World Tour. I still love both though.

[ReaperZER0]

I already have my PS3, and was wondering where to get a HDMI cable in my area for cheap, in case I don't feel like waiting another week for it.

[SteveMcQ]

I already have my PS3, and was wondering where to get a HDMI cable in my area for cheap, in case I don't feel like waiting another week for it.Good luck with that. I've not seen a B&M store that sells HDMI cables at anywhere near a decent price. The cheapest shipping from Monoprice is quite fast, though. It's USPS Priority and it got from California to the Midwest in two business days.

[ReaperZER0]

Good luck with that. I've not seen a B&M store that sells HDMI cables at anywhere near a decent price. The cheapest shipping from Monoprice is quite fast, though. It's USPS Priority and it got from California to the Midwest in two business days.

Oh well, I guess I'll get it later then, from what I've gathered it doesn't seem to be absolutely necessary. Thanks though.

[dallow]

That stinks, I should upgrade the HD sooner I guess than later when I have tons of shared gamesActually, the backup feature also copies your games and demos.

I've used it, I was happy not to download everything again.

I've got underscan on my ps2 and ps1 games on component cable running at 1080p. Is this normal? How can I adjust to fill the screen? That is normal, most older games have underscan. Only way to cut it off is to hit the zoom button on your TV.

I already have my PS3, and was wondering where to get a HDMI cable in my area for cheap, in case I don't feel like waiting another week for it.Only store I know with a decent price is a Frys where you can get one for about $20.

[PapiChullo]

I already have my PS3, and was wondering where to get a HDMI cable in my area for cheap, in case I don't feel like waiting another week for it.


If you buy it from one of the retailers, be sure to check the home theater section as well. They have some that are a little more reasonably priced. I saw two at BB when I went in the VG section for 100 and 70 for 6 ft, but for 70 in the home theater section was 10 ft.

But if Monoprice is good. The couple of orders I've placed with them have all come in 2 business days, which isn't bad at all. They usually ship out the same day if you order them early enough.

[mtxbass1]

Are all the PS1 classics available from the PSN, playable on the PS3, or are they only playable on the PSP? If I download jumping flash (for example), can I play that on my PS3 only?

[RelentlessRolento]

Are all the PS1 classics available from the PSN, playable on the PS3, or are they only playable on the PSP? If I download jumping flash (for example), can I play that on my PS3 only?


you can play it on both PS3 and PSP. As long as you download it, you can have it on both systems if you like. You can even transfer saves between systems if you want to play on your psp then continue at home and vice versa.

[sparklecopy]

I've got handshake flickering issues on my component cable when I play ps2 games. How can I fix this? using 1.82 already on a 1080p lcd.

[mtxbass1]

you can play it on both PS3 and PSP. As long as you download it, you can have it on both systems if you like. You can even transfer saves between systems if you want to play on your psp then continue at home and vice versa.

So they are exact copies of the PS1 games then? Know any place where I can read reviews of these ports, or should I just read the reviews of the PS1 versions from IGN?

[RelentlessRolento]

So they are exact copies of the PS1 games then? Know any place where I can read reviews of these ports, or should I just read the reviews of the PS1 versions from IGN?


though these cover the PSP stuff mostly, it's the same exact games on the PS3 except without any of the control pad issues the PSP has:

http://psp.ign.com/index/reviews.html?constraint.bool.game.playable_downloa d=is_true&constraint.return_all=is_true

http://www.pspfanboy.com/tag/retroreview

[guyver2077]

so i havent messed with the ps3 in some time... I could of sworn that i could put mpeg files on a dvd or cd and the ps3 would read it..

ive burned various discs and the ps3 can not browse the contents of any of the discs... is there a special way the cd/dvd needs to be burned?

[177adjen17]

Actually, the backup feature also copies your games and demos.

I've used it, I was happy not to download everything again.

sweet....:applause: i'll be upgrading the HDD sooner than i thought then

[NamPaehc]

so i havent messed with the ps3 in some time... I could of sworn that i could put mpeg files on a dvd or cd and the ps3 would read it..

ive burned various discs and the ps3 can not browse the contents of any of the discs... is there a special way the cd/dvd needs to be burned?


The Disc doesn't show up at all on any of the tabs or it doesn't see any files once you try to open the disc?

[guyver2077]

The Disc doesn't show up at all on any of the tabs or it doesn't see any files once you try to open the disc?

it shows up as a data disc i think.. but when i go into it it says no data

[Cyb3-rr]

it shows up as a data disc i think.. but when i go into it it says no data

I get the same thing when I try to view pictures or video on a thumb drive. Have no idea why it says there isn't any data.

[guyver2077]

strange.. with a thumb drive i didnt have any issues with mp3's or jpegs..

maybe i should try putting the mpeg on the thumbdrive

[dallow]

You guys need to hit TRIANGLE, and "VIEW ALL" for your pics and vids.

[RelentlessRolento]

once cure: slect the disk or thumb drive, press tirangle and choose "Display All"... after that you're good to go.

[FriskyTanuki]

You guys need to hit TRIANGLE, and "VIEW ALL" for your pics and vids.
If all else fails, hit triangle.

[ReaperZER0]

Just watched RE: Apocalypse, and played a bit of Resistance, and was not impressed with the picture quality, I assume the cable is to blame, so I ordered quickly. Thanks.

[mtxbass1]

Just watched RE: Apocalypse, and played a bit of Resistance, and was not impressed with the picture quality, I assume the cable is to blame, so I ordered quickly. Thanks.

I just got my monoprice HDMI cable in today and it is pure quality. I'm now watching everything movie wise in 1080p on my projector. NG: Sigma looks amazing.

[guyver2077]

i know about hitting triangle... its definitely not that

[ReaperZER0]

OK so I just need the one HDMI cable? I have the audio coming out from my TV to my Bose 321 system, is it going to effect my sound quality at all? It sounded pretty good to me earlier.

[flybrione]

Okay I have an older CRT HDVT. I was having some strange problems while hooking up my PS3 yesterday, just got it from amazon. When I set it to 1080i and I tried playing Gran Turismo HD Concept and any PS2 game I would get a double image. The image would display twice on the screen one on top of the other shadowed.

So then I changed the setting to 720P tested Gran Turismo HD Concept and a PS2 game and everything seemed fine.

Then I switched the resolution back to 1080i and tested Gran Turismo HD Concept and it worked fine. I put in the same PS2 game and I got the dual image shadow problem again. So I took it out and tried Gran Turismo HD Concept and it had the problem now when it did not two minutes ago.

My main question is this an issue with my TV? I am using Monster Component cables from my PS2. Any help would be appreciated. I also tested multiple PS2 games and had the same problem.

I have looked all over and can't find anything on this shadowing.

Thanks

[shadylane]

will demos continue to download in the background when playing ps/2/3 games?

why won't it take my credit card information? where can i buy pre paid ones?

[Justin42]

Is there any way to run some sort of consistency check on the PS3 HD? (like chkdsk in Windows) I am a moron and accidentally flipped the power switch on the surge protector trying to plug something else in and killed the PS3's power while it was on and Folding. I seem to have lost the work unit (ARGH! It was less than 2 minutes from finishing!) but would like to do some sort of disk scan (Without taking it out of the PS3 if possible)...

[Scorch]

If MKII and other Midway games were to have voicechat, its development costs would greatly increase (causing the game to be much more than it is now).

..no it wouldn't. they could make it a universal thing kinda like how Microsoft does.. then it wouldn't cost the developers a penny.

will demos continue to download in the background when playing ps/2/3 games?

PS2 games no.. PS3 games yes as long as you aren't online.

there aren't pre-paid point cards yet.

[Vanigan]

If you have a sata connector on your PC, you can just plug it in there.

Demos will continue to download while playing demos, PS1, PS2, and offline PS3 games.

Sony has announced retail purchasable Playstation Network Cards, but so far they haven't been released outside of Japan, and even in Japan it's tickets you buy at kiosks in stores or even at ATMs.

I suspect we'll see the cards introduced around the time Home is released.

[The Mana Knight]

will demos continue to download in the background when playing ps/2/3 games?You can play PS1 downloads or disc based games while downloading. You can play PS3 games (not during online play) while downloading. PS2 games you can't, because you're signed off of PSN (due to switching to PS2 hardware mode, and some PS2 games are online on a different network). DVDs and blu-ray disc can't be played either while downloading, but downloadable videos and music can be played while downloading.

why won't it take my credit card information? where can i buy pre paid ones?That's kind of strange, it should work. I used a different card holder for mine, and had no problems.
..no it wouldn't. they could make it a universal thing kinda like how Microsoft does.. then it wouldn't cost the developers a penny.
Right now on PS3, to implement voicechat, a dev has to do all the dirty work, which is why devs don't always do it. Even if Sony required it, more games just wouldn't have online play to begin with.

[shadylane]

is your downloading of demos and video's kinda slow? i have high speed internet going wireless to my ps3 and for some reason it's been taking forever.

is it ok if i leave it on overnight once in a while for downloading??

is there an option for the games not to automatically play when turning on the machine because i like to leave my discs in there.

and my last question is. what does it mean to add another os? is that possible?

[NamPaehc]

is your downloading of demos and video's kinda slow? i have high speed internet going wireless to my ps3 and for some reason it's been taking forever.

is it ok if i leave it on overnight once in a while for downloading??

is there an option for the games not to automatically play when turning on the machine because i like to leave my discs in there.

and my last question is. what does it mean to add another os? is that possible?
-Downloads are slow every once and a while for me too. It is weird, but usual.

-I leave my PS3 running Folding@home a lot. So yes it is fine to run through the night or... All day like someone people have theirs doing.

-Yes go to settings/system settings, and turn off disc auto start.

-OS= Operating System. Someone else can go into details on that if they want. :)

[The Mana Knight]

is your downloading of demos and video's kinda slow? i have high speed internet going wireless to my ps3 and for some reason it's been taking forever.

is it ok if i leave it on overnight once in a while for downloading??

is there an option for the games not to automatically play when turning on the machine because i like to leave my discs in there.

and my last question is. what does it mean to add another os? is that possible?If you download in the evening (especially around 7pm-12am), downloads will be slow due to the higher traffic on PSN. Thursday is usually the day PSN downloads take the longest to download.

Yes, it is. I usually have my PS3 download games overnight because the speed is quicker.

Change a setting, to ask that if a game is in the console, not to automatically start a console.

Some people add Linux to their PS3.

[shadylane]

does gameshark and all those cheat devices work on the ps3?

[The Mana Knight]

does gameshark and all those cheat devices work on the ps3?PS1 Game Shark will not work, since PS3 does not have that same port the original PS1 had on the back. I doubt the PS2 one works, since I think you needed to use a memory card slot for it (and PS3 only copies data from/to a virtual memory card, that's 1st party).

[PleasantOne]

Ok, I tried setting up the streaming media dealio from WMP 11. No go... PS3 can't find a server. Here's my situation... I'm in a hotel - and I have my own wireless AP plugged into their connection - so the devices are technically networking on *my own* "network", but the internet connection is something I have no control over. Do you guys think this has something to do with the hotel's network, or my own? I haven't been able to mess around with my AP yet, as my husband is using his computer right now... but thought I'd go on and ask here, cause I won't be able to tinker with ports til tomorrow at the earliest.

Secondly - is there an *easier* way to get iTunes music into WMP without burning everything to CD? The only thing I can think of is turning all the files into MP3's and replacing my itunes library with the mp3 equivalents - but what a pain!! Anyone know of a program that would do that without burning everything to CD?

[Furashu]

does the 6axis controller charge while the ps3 is off(with the redlight on not blue/green)?
i bought my ps3 off my friend and he didnt give me any manuals just the box and didnt tellme instructions lol

[PapiChullo]

does the 6axis controller charge while the ps3 is off(with the redlight on not blue/green)?
i bought my ps3 off my friend and he didnt give me any manuals just the box and didnt tellme instructions lol
I don't think it does cause I tried to plug mine in while it was on standby, but when I started it back up, it was still only at like 2 bars.

[Furashu]

I don't think it does cause I tried to plug mine in while it was on standby, but when I started it back up, it was still only at like 2 bars.

how do i know its charging? i plugged it in my pc and the red lights went crazy lol

[PapiChullo]

Not sure, I just know when I unplugged it after I turned my system on, the battery charge was the same.

[Justin42]

A single light blinks on the back of the controller-- when it goes solid it's charged.

AFAIK the PS3 does not charge unless the unit is on. (Which is really, really stupid IMHO-- at least include longer than a 6' cable if that's going to be the case)

[sparklecopy]

everytime I insert a a ps1 or ps2 game my controller turns off and I have to press the PS button to re-attach it to the ps3 at the beginning of the game. Is this normal? is there a way for the system to keep the controller recognized for the whole time?

[xabsolut]

Can I use any usb/bluetooth keyboard and mouse? I wanna play resistance with a mouse and keyboard :*(

[dallow]

Can I use any usb/bluetooth keyboard and mouse? I wanna play resistance with a mouse and keyboard :*(Yes, you can use any.

However Resistance doesn't support KB/M.

[flybrione]

I am a new user to PS3, what is the Friend list cap? I heard it in the past but I don't remember what it is.

I only have two friends currently if anyone wants to add me. Thanks

[gunm]

Tagged.

Appreciate the item number descriptions for monoprice. Damn, those guys are fast. The shipping is reasonable, too.

Edit: Also, has anyone confirmed if Sony offers extended warranty for PS3 or not?

[PleasantOne]

Ok, I got streaming working... found a great program, too, that I didn't see anyone mention (at least in this thread) - SimpleCenter? The basic version is free, and it's working great so far. It lets me import all my iTunes formatted music... not the purchased from iTunes stuff, but the imported into. I give it two thumbs up so far. http://www.simplecenter.com It even worked without me having to open port in my NAT firewall (unlike WMP). I know that could be daunting for some people...

This streaming thing would be absolutely great for parties, if you're like me and have abandoned CD's and don't like hooking your ipod to your stereo :P

Anyone know what abouts is the maximum distance the PS3 can be from the source PC?

[NamPaehc]

Edit: Also, has anyone confirmed if Sony offers extended warranty for PS3 or not?

Nope. Haven't heard anything outside of the 1 Year...

[gunm]

Anyone know what abouts is the maximum distance the PS3 can be from the source PC?

I believe that's going to be primarily governed by your wireless AP and the strength of it's coverage.

[The Mana Knight]

I am a new user to PS3, what is the Friend list cap? I heard it in the past but I don't remember what it is.

I only have two friends currently if anyone wants to add me. ThanksI hear 50, but I believe some went over it. I don't completely know yet.

[guyver2077]

wouls this hd work on the ps3?

http://www.mwave.com/mwave/skusearch.hmx?SCriteria=AA68040&CartID=done&nextloc=

seems like a good deal

[Halo05]

Is there any way to get the games from the Japanese game store to run on a US PS3? I'm specifically wondering about a couple of the PS1 fighting games.

Do they have their regional coding intact and if not, is there an easy way to add money to your wallet for your (in my case) Hong Kong Playstation Store account?

[nyprimus4]

With Linux installed how viable is the PS3 as a Firefox/AIM only user?

I'm seriously considering buying a PS3 instead of a computer if its really easy to use Linux. I'm pretty tech-savy, at least I think I am. So instead of spending $500 on a PC, why not get a PS3 and have the flexibility of all these PS3 games I'm jealous of and use it as a computer.

[The Mana Knight]

wouls this hd work on the ps3?

http://www.mwave.com/mwave/skusearch.hmx?SCriteria=AA68040&CartID=done&nextloc=

seems like a good dealThat HDD should, because it has to be serial ATA.
Is there any way to get the games from the Japanese game store to run on a US PS3? I'm specifically wondering about a couple of the PS1 fighting games.

Do they have their regional coding intact and if not, is there an easy way to add money to your wallet for your (in my case) Hong Kong Playstation Store account?Japanese PS1 downloadable games play on a U.S. PS3 (they are region free). If you want proof, download the demo of XI GO from Japan/HK PSN. The only trick is purchasing the games. Some can import PS Cards from Japan, but I don't know where.

[nyprimus4]

Man I'm seriously considering PS3. I've had my 360 and Westinghouse 32" LCD HDTV for about 8 months now, 360 almost 2 years.

All the PS3 games I've missed and want extremely badly(I'm looking at you LittleBigPlanet!), a BluRay player to see what this HD movie fuss is all about, with Linux I get a web browser and AIM(all I do), plus if I want to play PS1 or PS2 games I don't have to steal my brothers PS2. And also emulators for Linux, so thats cool too.

[WebScud]

A Linux PS3 instead of a desktop? Ineresting concept.

[nyprimus4]

A Linux PS3 instead of a desktop? Ineresting concept.
All I do right now is Firefox and AIM. $500 for a decently fast computer/Playstation gaming machine/Blu-Ray player. Hmmmmmm.

[guyver2077]

lol... i probably enjoyed linux for all of a few days... no gpu access sucks

[Kayden]

TVersity (http://tversity.com/home) is hands down the best media streaming software ever.

It lets you share any format movie on any PC on your network with a PS3, 360, PSP, iPhones and about a bazillion other devices. You can even watch movies on your PC from anywhere in the world.

[RelentlessRolento]

TVersity (http://tversity.com/home) is hands down the best media streaming software ever.

It lets you share any format movie on any PC on your network with a PS3, 360, PSP, iPhones and about a bazillion other devices. You can even watch movies on your PC from anywhere in the world.


biggest fault is that it's not in plain English. 90% of it is techno babble.

[Kayden]

:-s Eh? I understood everything just fine...

biggest fault is that it's not in plain English. 90% of it is techno babble.

[Gourd]

Stupid question.

Can you hook an external hard drive to your PS3 to transfer files?

I'd like to transfer our music collection to the PS3, so we can play music off it during parties, dinner, etc.

Edited:

Figured it out. YES you can use an external hard drive. It just has to be formatted in FAT32.

that can be an issue in Windows XP as the OS itself won't format in that over a certain size.

Follow the directions here to format a large drive in FAT32:

http://www.ridgecrop.demon.co.uk.nyud.net:8080/fat32format.htm

Plug in, and you're done.

Hope this helps another newbie.

[Halo05]

That HDD should, because it has to be serial ATA.
Japanese PS1 downloadable games play on a U.S. PS3 (they are region free). If you want proof, download the demo of XI GO from Japan/HK PSN. The only trick is purchasing the games. Some can import PS Cards from Japan, but I don't know where.

I believe you and I've heard about those cards. I just don't know if they're out yet. Once they become available in import shops, I'm set. I've always wanted to be disappointed in the PSX port of Last Blade, soon I'll be able to be disappointed for a fraction of the cost.

[The Mana Knight]

I believe you and I've heard about those cards. I just don't know if they're out yet. Once they become available in import shops, I'm set. I've always wanted to be disappointed in the PSX port of Last Blade, soon I'll be able to be disappointed for a fraction of the cost.At some forums (like GAF, but I was banned there long ago), there are people who live in Japan who will buy the cards for people and send them out. Too bad I don't have the contact info from those people, to pick up the stuff.

Yeah, I want a ton of those Japanese PS1 games too.

[w1r3d]

do japanese ps2 games work, by any chance?

[Mechafenris]

do japanese ps2 games work, by any chance?

I don't think they do (on American PS3s)... I tried "Gunbird 1 & 2" (PS2 title I got cheap) and it balked on my PS3.

[Halo05]

I tried the Japanese version of Gran Turismo and was balked at. The PS3 teased me by correctly recognizing it as a PSX disc then said, "No." Bastard.

I really wish they'd switch this with a firmware upgrade. Most people would never use it but for some of us, it'd be a huge bonus.

[Mechafenris]

I tried the Japanese version of Gran Turismo and was balked at. The PS3 teased me by correctly recognizing it as a PSX disc then said, "No." Bastard.

I really wish they'd switch this with a firmware upgrade. Most people would never use it but for some of us, it'd be a huge bonus.

I would agree with that too... considering the markup of buying an import PS2. ;)

[Halo05]

I already have an import PS2, I just want to be able to put it away/sell it. I got to get rid of my US PS2s and pack up my original Xbox. I get rid of the Aqua Blue PS2 under my TV and I'll be set.

[SteveMcQ]

Good stuff in the last few pages. I'll update the OP accordingly.

Question: Is there any way of transferring/getting the wallpaper files of specific games for use on my PC? It's the temporary wallpaper that goes up in the Games section of the XMB when you have a disc in. Maybe there's a site that has them up somewhere.

[The Mana Knight]

To let everyone know, do NOT buy a Motorola H350 BT headset for PS3. Ever since the 1.6 update, it does not work.

http://boardsus.playstation.com/playstation/board/message?board.id=ps3&message.id=1517602#M1517602

I had a friend buy it on another forum recently, and he had lots of issues.

IMO, the only two headsets I currently trust are the Plantronics 320 (which I have, has zero pairing issues) and the one Sony is bundling with Warhawk.

[nyprimus4]

Yes, yes, y-e-s. With my cell phone I got a few months ago (Samsung Trace w. T-mobile service) I gotz a free bluetooth headset. If it doesn't work out well I'll check out that Plantronics 320 like you said ManaKnight or I'll just wait for Warhawk.

[mykevermin]

I got the Reservoir Dogs Blu-Ray from Blockbuster. My PS3 won't recognize it. Any ideas or suggestions?

[nyprimus4]

Can anyone reccommend the following Blu Ray movies?

Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Beerfest
Discovery Atlas - Brazil Revealed
Planet Earth

I want to get these movies besides the 4 free movies.

edit: I just responded to a craigslist listing that has a 60GB Ps3, HDMI cable, extra controller, MLB 07, Resistance, Fantastic Four and Call of Duty 3 for $300.

edit x2: I would trade in Fantastic Four and Call of Duty for... something

[cdeener]

I got the Reservoir Dogs Blu-Ray from Blockbuster. My PS3 won't recognize it. Any ideas or suggestions?

I was coming to post the same problem but I rented American Psycho Uncut Edition and it does the same thing.

[SteveMcQ]

Anyone know what ports I have to open up for my NAT settings?

[dallow]

I got the Reservoir Dogs Blu-Ray from Blockbuster. My PS3 won't recognize it. Any ideas or suggestions?Whoa, that movie is on BD?

Hmm, other than a wipe down, and restart, don't know what else you can do save for exchanging the disc.
Though they probably don't have another copy.... (and hmm, you probably rented online).

I was coming to post the same problem but I rented American Psycho Uncut Edition and it does the same thing.Bad disc maybe?
I own that movie, plays fine for me.

[cdeener]

Dallow, you were right because after I wiped the disk clean it finally played. For some reason the first time I did this it didn't work.

[Furashu]

can the ps3 take over the world? lol jk
if i restore the system, does the firmware stay the same?

[dallow]

can the ps3 take over the world? lol jk
if i restore the system, does the firmware stay the same?Yeah. Restore just puts all your harddrive stuff back from where you backed it up.

[iggywiggum]

I have a rather... broad question. My new PS3 has a controller problem. I emailed Amazon.com about it (where I bought it from) and they said they have to replace everything (not just the controller). This won't cause any problems, besides having to download all the stuff I already downloaded and setting up my options again... will it? Like user accounts or anything?

Just want to make sure it will only be a slight hassle instead of a major one. I could always just eat the loss ($40), but I'd obviously rather not.
I didn't see this answered, and I'm in a similar situation.

I just bought a PS3 at Circuit City last week, but the disc drive is faulty and won't take in any discs (blue access light flashes, drive makes a buzzing/clicking sound). There's nothing on my system that's irreplaceable, but I don't want to have to start over and make a new PSN ID. Will I be able to keep my current ID and use it on my new system? It seems likely, but a little reassurance would be nice.