Official PS3 Thread - x
09-26-07 | 04:54 PM
#727
DVD Talk Godfather
Looks like I found the problem.
My DVI has extra pins, and according to monoprice is called "DVI-I Dual Link". All the HDMI-DVI cables at monoprice are like the one they shipped me, the one on the right. They sell the correct converter that I need which is on the left, just not a cable like that. So looks like I need a standard HDMI cable and a converter instead. Returning it would cost me more than the cable is worth and I can't get dick for it on ebay either as they apparently go for $1-$2.
Looks like Perry owes me $10
Anybody around here need an HDMI-DVI cable in the 10ft range?
My DVI has extra pins, and according to monoprice is called "DVI-I Dual Link". All the HDMI-DVI cables at monoprice are like the one they shipped me, the one on the right. They sell the correct converter that I need which is on the left, just not a cable like that. So looks like I need a standard HDMI cable and a converter instead. Returning it would cost me more than the cable is worth and I can't get dick for it on ebay either as they apparently go for $1-$2.
Looks like Perry owes me $10
Originally Posted by PerryD
The converter will work, or you can just buy a HDMI-DVI cable directly which is what I did. I guess it depends on whether you already have a decent HDMI cable lying around not being used.
Last edited by Michael Corvin; 09-26-07 at 04:56 PM.
09-26-07 | 08:27 PM
#729
DVD Talk Godfather
Obviously I didn't either. Oh well, you live you learn and pass on the info to help others.
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09-27-07 | 07:00 PM
#731
DVD Talk Godfather
Good deal. Glad to have helped out.
09-28-07 | 07:42 AM
#732
Political Exile
Sorry! I'm using the monoprice cable from my cable box (DVI) to my projector (HDMI) without any issues. Much higher quality that the component (no hum bar distortion, better blacks, etc).
10-01-07 | 10:14 AM
#733
Didn't know if anyone saw this yet:
20GB PS3 for $449.99
http://www.gamestop.com/product.asp?product_id=020071
Same price as the 360 Elite
20GB PS3 for $449.99
http://www.gamestop.com/product.asp?product_id=020071
Same price as the 360 Elite
10-02-07 | 01:29 PM
#735
DVD Talk Legend
Sony's $399 40 GB PS3 confirmed by Best Buy?
Thanks to a helpful tipster, we have a couple of Best Buy documents showing a $399 Playstation 3 with 40GB disk and Spiderman 3 (yes, Blu-ray) bundle with an "In Stock Date" of October 28. However, the more important "Street Date" field is unfortunately empty at the moment. While the docs look legit and don't seem to be Photoshopped, they can still be faked easily enough. So we did a quick lookup on the UPC code and sure enough, while the details are masked, the manufacturer is listed as "Sony Computer Entertainment of America." Unfortunately, we don't see the new model CECHG01 listed anywhere in the docs. As such, let's be clear: this ain't official. Still, we'll be paying close attention on October 12th as will you we suspect.
Thanks to a helpful tipster, we have a couple of Best Buy documents showing a $399 Playstation 3 with 40GB disk and Spiderman 3 (yes, Blu-ray) bundle with an "In Stock Date" of October 28. However, the more important "Street Date" field is unfortunately empty at the moment. While the docs look legit and don't seem to be Photoshopped, they can still be faked easily enough. So we did a quick lookup on the UPC code and sure enough, while the details are masked, the manufacturer is listed as "Sony Computer Entertainment of America." Unfortunately, we don't see the new model CECHG01 listed anywhere in the docs. As such, let's be clear: this ain't official. Still, we'll be paying close attention on October 12th as will you we suspect.
10-02-07 | 01:42 PM
#736
DVD Talk Legend
The 40gig is all but confirmed at this point. Spiderman 3 comes out on 10/30 so I would imagine that would be the street date if it is bundled in. Good deal.
10-02-07 | 05:20 PM
#738
DVD Talk Legend
The question is what is being removed from the 40GB. I suspect it may have no backwards compatibility at all and maybe no wi-fi or card readers like the original 20GB.
10-02-07 | 05:41 PM
#739
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Originally Posted by PixyJunket
I might be in on a 50/50 deal for that.. (maybe).
I'll be throwing away the Spider-Men disc though.. ugh.
I'll be throwing away the Spider-Men disc though.. ugh.
I don't really want to buy the movie (until they make a director's cut), but man do I love that Bruce Campbell cameo!
10-02-07 | 06:13 PM
#740
DVD Talk Godfather & 2020 TOTY Winner
Originally Posted by DJ_Longfellow
I think the 60GB is still a better. $50 for wireless, card reader and 40GB more HDD space. Plus, you get the 5 free Blu-Ray discs (not sure if 20GB is eligible).
edit : The old deal is dead. There's a new one, though with even better choices including The Prestige or Pirates Of The Caribbean : Curse of the Black Pearl on tier 1 and Superman in tier 2. Not surprisingly, no more Paramount choices.
Last edited by Decker; 10-02-07 at 06:16 PM.
10-02-07 | 07:59 PM
#741
DVD Talk Godfather
Yeah, the new choices are a lot better. Oh well. I got in on the guaranteed EE system. that means more to me than some freebie movies.
10-02-07 | 08:04 PM
#742
DVD Talk Godfather & 2020 TOTY Winner
Originally Posted by Michael Corvin
Yeah, the new choices are a lot better. Oh well. I got in on the guaranteed EE system. that means more to me than some freebie movies.
10-02-07 | 08:46 PM
#743
DVD Talk Godfather
Originally Posted by Decker
I hope this means that a bunch of half-price copies of The Presitge blu-rays hit ebay in the coming months. That film is at the top of my most-wanted list. And I agree about the EE chip; glad I got one.
10-03-07 | 06:59 AM
#744
DVD Talk Legend
Originally Posted by darkside
The question is what is being removed from the 40GB. I suspect it may have no backwards compatibility at all and maybe no wi-fi or card readers like the original 20GB.
10-03-07 | 09:19 AM
#745
DVD Talk Legend
Originally Posted by noonan4224
The 20gig doesn't have wifi or a card reader. That was just in the 60.
10-03-07 | 09:32 AM
#746
DVD Talk Legend
You're right. I read your first post wrong. I'm curious about the price too. There has to be more of a difference than just the HDD size, especially since it now looks like the 40gig will have a movie packed in. No one would buy the 80gig if that were the case.
10-04-07 | 08:45 AM
#748
Originally Posted by Anubis2005X
IGN gave Folklore a 9.0. I had a lot of fun with the demo, I might have to pick this one up when it comes down in price...
10-04-07 | 08:47 AM
#749
DVD Talk Godfather
Originally Posted by Michael Corvin
Looks like I found the problem.
My DVI has extra pins, and according to monoprice is called "DVI-I Dual Link". All the HDMI-DVI cables at monoprice are like the one they shipped me, the one on the right. They sell the correct converter that I need which is on the left, just not a cable like that. So looks like I need a standard HDMI cable and a converter instead. Returning it would cost me more than the cable is worth and I can't get dick for it on ebay either as they apparently go for $1-$2.
Looks like Perry owes me $10
Anybody around here need an HDMI-DVI cable in the 10ft range?
My DVI has extra pins, and according to monoprice is called "DVI-I Dual Link". All the HDMI-DVI cables at monoprice are like the one they shipped me, the one on the right. They sell the correct converter that I need which is on the left, just not a cable like that. So looks like I need a standard HDMI cable and a converter instead. Returning it would cost me more than the cable is worth and I can't get dick for it on ebay either as they apparently go for $1-$2.
Looks like Perry owes me $10
Anybody around here need an HDMI-DVI cable in the 10ft range?
Got the adapter and standard HDMI cable in yesterday. Still a no-go with my TV. Damn. No upscaling for me.
10-04-07 | 08:52 AM
#750
DVD Talk Legend
Originally Posted by pinata242
I think this is going to be my 3rd at the alleged B2G1 at TRU in 2 weeks. Blue Dragon, Eternal Sonata, and Folklore sound good to me.