Sony 160GB Playstation 3 4-126-895-11 Quick Reference page 8

Getting started
Setting up the PS3™ system
Connection methods
Caution
• Do not plug the AC power cord for the system into an electrical outlet until
you have made all other connections. Make sure the TV or other
component is unplugged from the electrical outlet prior to connecting it to
the system.
• Any TV or component connected to the system must be functioning
properly and free of defects. If a TV or component connected to the
system is faulty or defective, it may cause damage to the TV or
component, or to the system itself. As with all electrical products,
connection to faulty or defective components, or the failure to connect to a
properly wired outlet, may cause sparking and pose a fi re hazard.
• The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.
Connecting to a TV using an HDMI cable
Connect the system to the TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately).
An HDMI cable can output both video and audio and enables you to
enjoy digital-quality video and audio with minimal loss of picture
quality.
TV
HDMI IN connector
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HDMI cable
(sold separately)
HDMI OUT connector
Connecting with other types of cables
Connect cables other than the HDMI cable to the AV MULTI OUT
connector on the system.
AV MULTI OUT connector
TV
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
VIDEO IN connector
Example: When using the supplied AV cable
Hint
If you change the type of cable used to connect the system, video may not be
displayed. If this happens, turn off the system and then turn it on again by
touching the power button on the system front for at least fi ve seconds (until the
system beeps twice). The video output setting will then be reset to the standard
resolution.
AV cable (supplied)