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Sony 98044 Playstation3 Component Av Cable
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94 of 96 people found the following review helpful
By Calvin Tong
Amazon Verified Purchase
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4.0 out of 5 stars
The PlayStation 3 Component AV cable is really for two types of customers: those with a PS3 who have a first generation HDTV and those who have a Playstation 2 with a HDTV.
If you have a PS3, then your best bet is HDMI. It's all digital and provides the best clarity. In addition, it is only one single cable for video and audio as opposed to 5 separate connections. There would be no point to buy this cable for your PS3 and HDTV unless you have a first-generation HDTV that does not have a HDMI or DVI input (if you have a DVI input, you can buy a cable or adapter that allows HDMI to DVI connections).
If you have a Playstation 2, this cable is great to use for 480P (progressive scan output) or for usage with Gran Turismo in 1080i mode. Component is also noticeably clearer than S-Video or Composite out. If you don't have a HDTV though, the difference with component versus S-video or composite is not nearly as noticeable and may not be worth it.
Now onto the Sony component cable itself.
Pros:
- excellent quality
- the cable is very flexible and routes easily. It doesn't remain in a twisted or coiled form like some other cables
- the component jacks go easily into the TV. They are sized great and go in easily. I've used Monster-branded component cables for the PS2/PS3, and they require too much force to go in and out of the jacks. It felt like it was putting too much undue stress on the TV jacks.
- the MultiAV connector goes in very tight into the PS2/PS3
- cable rubber / plastic is high quality and doesn't feel sticky or smelly like some other cables.
Cons:
- the packaging is over the top. Sony used heavy thick clear plastic as the box. It's difficult to cut open, and an environment disaster. This item is a perfect candidate for Amazon's Frustration Free packaging.
P.S. If you have trouble getting output with this cable, make sure in the PS2 setup, the component out is set to CYPbPr rather than RGB. The catch-22 is that you can't see the screen to set this with the component cable already plugged in. However, all PS2s come with the basic composite AV cable, so you should use this to set the component out first before plugging in the component AV cable.
If you have a PS3, then your best bet is HDMI. It's all digital and provides the best clarity. In addition, it is only one single cable for video and audio as opposed to 5 separate connections. There would be no point to buy this cable for your PS3 and HDTV unless you have a first-generation HDTV that does not have a HDMI or DVI input (if you have a DVI input, you can buy a cable or adapter that allows HDMI to DVI connections).
If you have a Playstation 2, this cable is great to use for 480P (progressive scan output) or for usage with Gran Turismo in 1080i mode. Component is also noticeably clearer than S-Video or Composite out. If you don't have a HDTV though, the difference with component versus S-video or composite is not nearly as noticeable and may not be worth it.
Now onto the Sony component cable itself.
Pros:
- excellent quality
- the cable is very flexible and routes easily. It doesn't remain in a twisted or coiled form like some other cables
- the component jacks go easily into the TV. They are sized great and go in easily. I've used Monster-branded component cables for the PS2/PS3, and they require too much force to go in and out of the jacks. It felt like it was putting too much undue stress on the TV jacks.
- the MultiAV connector goes in very tight into the PS2/PS3
- cable rubber / plastic is high quality and doesn't feel sticky or smelly like some other cables.
Cons:
- the packaging is over the top. Sony used heavy thick clear plastic as the box. It's difficult to cut open, and an environment disaster. This item is a perfect candidate for Amazon's Frustration Free packaging.
P.S. If you have trouble getting output with this cable, make sure in the PS2 setup, the component out is set to CYPbPr rather than RGB. The catch-22 is that you can't see the screen to set this with the component cable already plugged in. However, all PS2s come with the basic composite AV cable, so you should use this to set the component out first before plugging in the component AV cable.
23 of 25 people found the following review helpful
By E. Wilkinson
I didn't realize that the one I have on my PS2 would work on my PS3 when I ordered this.
I was so impressed by the quality that I kept it and am currently using it (as opposed to using the PS2 one that I already had).
Well made - does the job. BUT if your TV supports HDMI use the HDMI NOT this...
I was so impressed by the quality that I kept it and am currently using it (as opposed to using the PS2 one that I already had).
Well made - does the job. BUT if your TV supports HDMI use the HDMI NOT this...
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
By Gizmoman
Amazon Verified Purchase
I was concerned that I would lose some picture quality using component cable instead of HDMI. That was not the case.. the picture looks great! And the BlueRay picture is awesome. Was quite surprised how well the PS3 upscaled regular DVD's to HD.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
2.0 out of 5 stars
it didn't work
for whatever reason, my tv (less than a year old 55in panasonic) will not accept this cable and will not recognize the HD signal. Read more
Published 11 days ago by Gshul512
5.0 out of 5 stars
Nice cable upgrade
Very good quality component cable from Sony, Sony quality through out. And at a great price. It helps on the picture with my ps2
Published 17 days ago by RiceMan
5.0 out of 5 stars
works great
i got these to use on my roxio hd to record ps3 gameplay because ps3 HDCP which is hd copyright
Published 17 days ago by benzido
5.0 out of 5 stars
PS3 Cable needed for older TV's
If you don't have an HDMI port on the back of your older TV, and all you have is the component port connections, you'll need this! It works for us!
Published 17 days ago by Royce L. Robinson
3.0 out of 5 stars
Exactly as Described
Works pretty good for non HDMI TVs but the standard PS3 cables that come with the system work just as well as these.
Published 23 days ago by Raymond Owens
5.0 out of 5 stars
great
does the job, and does it well. no issues here...though hdmi is my preferred cable nowadays. still doesnt detract from this one being a great alternative. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Scott
5.0 out of 5 stars
Works great
Great substitution for hd output if your tv doesnt have hdmi input, generally older tv. It doesn't support full HD 1080P but 1080i still awesome.
Published 1 month ago by JT Adams
5.0 out of 5 stars
great product !
hi def cables are great and looks sharp and clean hooked up to your high definition television or monitor TV .
Published 1 month ago by marvin
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent Picture on Older Televisions
I purchased the Sony PS3 component cable because I have a Panasonic PT-53WX53 53-Inch Widescreen HD-Ready Projection TV, which is an older TV that does not have an HDMI input. Read more
Published 1 month ago by nobodyhasthisyet
5.0 out of 5 stars
Works great
works great, their gold plated and are built extremely well and are easy to use as well. I personally use them to capture game play
Published 1 month ago by kratos
