Hardware info - general FAQ + region explained Playstation® 3 User Manualshttp://asia.playstation.com/my/en/support/p/ps3-user-manual(all are in pdf format, recommended to save it to desktop for viewing)
Q) I'm buying a PS3 soon! What is the current pricing at local shops?
A) Join discussion about updated pricing
here.
Q) The are many regions/versions of PS3, I'm confused!?
A) Check this
Edepot listQ) The are many regions/versions of PS3, how to identify what region is the PS3?
A) Check the sticker on the box/back of the console.
06 indicates MY/SGP set. Check edepot's list for details.
Q) Which ps3 version/country&compatible are the best and suitable for malaysia's ps3 gamers?
A) Since the ps3 games are region free, it doesn't really matter what region ps3 to buy. Local MY set comes with 1 year warranty (parts + labor). This includes the infamous PS3 "lens problem".
Q) My PS3 is from JP/USA/etc. Do I need a step-up or step-down power transformer?
A) PS3 has an auto-sensing/universal power supply (110V-240V) i.e. No transformers needed. This include PS3 Slim as well.
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http://asia.playstation.com/my/en/support/...antyInformationhttps://www.playstation.com.hk/warrant_mem/...ber/mem_reg.jsphttp://mysony.sony.com.my/ps_warranty.htmhttp://corp.sony.com.my/genuine/genuine_verify.aspThis are some tips how to know it is a Malaysia PS3 :» Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... «
1 year Warranty by SOMAS ( Sony Malaysia )..
1. Under the console itself , there is small SIRIM stickers
2. At the box ( the packaging ); at the front there is MALAYSIA OFFICIAL PRODUCT stickers; on top of the box there is YELLOW stickers " You have to scratch the code and follow the instruction at the stickers " to ensure its genuine Sony product...
3. Again , on top of the box there is WHITE stickers , Distribute by Sony (M) Sdn Bhd.
4. Each unit already been SEALED by Sony...if the SEALED already off...Dont accept the unit.
Q) Can i replace the japan power cable given with a standard pc power cable?
A) Yes, PS3 uses the standard power cable used in PCs and monitors. So if you bought an import US/JP/TW/etc set, you can just replace with your own M'sian plug cable.
Q) How much are original games? Are the games region free?
A) Yes, PS3 games are region free. Games can cost anywhere between RM160 to RM 220, depending on the game or region. Go ahead and download demos, its easy to do and will provide you an idea of what to expect from some games
Q) The ps3 games - R1,R2,R3. What's the difference?
A) refer to the
PSN and Region section below
Q) Do we need to buy games of the same region to be able to play online together?
A) This is a tricky question. Some PS3 games are fully international and can play online worldwide across the different versions (e.g warhawk, GTA4), some can not (e.g motorstorm, MGS4). Best do some research on the game's online capability first before buying.
Q) Can I play ps1/ps2 games on PS3?
A) The short answer - all PS3 models can play PS1 games. (the disc based PS1 games are still region locked - Asian PS3 code is NTSC/J)
The long answer - some earlier models of PS3 can also play PS2 games, but they are not longer made/sold. The best option to play PS2 games is still PS2 + SDTV
check here:
http://www.edepot.com/playstation3.htmlQ) If my ps3 asia version, can it play whatever blu-ray movie region?
A) Asian PS3 plays
blu-ray region A. You can refer to
The Official Blu-ray Thread (Entertainment Section).Region A: North America, Central America, South America, Japan, Taiwan, North Korea, South Korea, Hong Kong and
Southeast Asia.
Region B: Europe, Greenland, French territories, Middle East, Africa, Australia and New Zealand.
Region C: India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Mainland China, Pakistan, Russia, Central and South Asia
For europe region free titles, u can check
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SETUP & ACCESSORIESQ) What is the difference between cheap and expensive HDMI cables?
A)
http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-200565...s-are-the-same/http://www.expertreviews.co.uk/home-entert...e-cables-a-scamQ) I'm on a budget but wish to enjoy PS3 in HD rather than my old TV. What are my cheapest options?
A) Get a wide-screen LCD monitor ~RM700. Make sure it has
DVI(HDCP) or HDMI input and supports 720p. Buy a
DVI-to-HDMI cable. Get a budget 2.1 speaker set if needed.
LCD Monitor Thread v5.00 - TheUndead
Q) I want to play PS3 with LCD monitor. But its an old model which does not support DVI or HDCP. How?
A) You need a
VGA box - it converts the component output to VGA signal
eg. VGA box 2198p, www.hdboxpro.com, etc.
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by air,Apr 29 2009, 11:17 AM
Below info is applicable for those who play PS3 under tight budget(VGA-only, non-DVI/non-HDMI LCD monitor)
So basically for a PS3 user with a VGA-only supported monitor(non HDMI/non DVI)
You will need a VGA box/TV box:
1. Not every VGA box can really fulfill your PS3 display needs.
2. So, in order to have a decent quality of display(720i), you will need a VGA box that support PS3 component cable and PS3 component cable(you need to buy it separately, it is not included with VGA box)
3. How to identify whether the VGA box is compatible with PS3?
If on the box it got stated for PS2/3 that would be better, but still you need to confirm the accessories it included:
i) VGA BOX itself of course
ii) Video input to VGA box with 5 female pin connector (which fits PS3 component cable, three pin for display, two pin for audio)
iii) VGA out female port(without including VGA cable to monitor, you have it yourself)
NOTE:
A. How to know a seller quite familiar with PS3 settings with VGA LCD monitor?
Sony PS3 included one RCA cables (RED, WHITE, YELLOW pin)
Both RCA and S video cables only offer low quality of display to the screen (576i)
The only way to have optimum quality(720i) is PS3 component cable(5 pin). If seller keep pushing RM300++ some VGA box without any good warranty + without PS3 component cable compatible female pin for video input + claim any kind of cable produce the same display quality, DO NOT BUY IT they might cheat you paying RM300++ only for 576i features.(such features not even worth RM200)
a good seller will direct you to PS3 component cables and its optimum setting for PS3 with VGA box.(so far I din meet any)
B. Is any LCD/CRT VGA monitor fit for PS3/VGA BOX?
As I know, my monitor(Samsung SyncMaster 732n plus) is been two years before switching PC to PS3, my advice on this, if better you can buy a new LCD monitor that support a decent resolution (1280 or above), OR at least newer than mine.
Refer to the VGA box setup guide on post 2 further down the pg - kazasho
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i bought vga box 2168 at RM150 at sunway pyramid. i have no idea what brand is this it didnt stated at all....heres the pics...
The Vga BoxThe Box Art720p or 480p component converted to VGA 1600x1200 (this is maximum resolution)
- nightmarej4ck
Q) A widescreen PC LCD monitor basically has an aspect ratio of 16:10(compared to a widescreen LCD TV which is 16:9), rite? So, does the image usually appear stretched for the LCD monitor? Is it too obvious?
A) It will be stretched slightly if the monitor does not support 1:1 pixel mapping since the aspect ratio is different. However it is not that noticeable (well at least for me) - theGOne
Q) I'm using PS3 with PC monitor. But the monitor don't have speaker/sound. How?
A) You need a 2.1 speaker set. For the audio, you need to get yourself a
Y-splitter cable. Like this:
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Then, connect the composite cable to the back of your PS3, the red and white audio to the Y-splitter, and the other end of the Y-splitter to your speakers. Just ask any computer shop for it. Must have one. Only RM10 I think. - TheUndead
The Y-splitter cable RM4-5 bucks if u buy from imbi plaza , electrical shop behind imbi mario, they have a lot of conversion cables of any type - Synco
Can also buy at Jalan Pasar - theGOne
Alternatively, if you buy a Home Theater in a Box (HTiB) set that accepts optical input and decodes DD5.1 and DTS , you can enjoy surround sound.
Q) What PS3 games support DTS? how to enable its support?
A) Refer
here.
Q) How do reset the PS3 display settings. (e.g. moving from SDTV<->HDTV)?
A) The factory reset is probably what you need to try next. Hold down the power button (with the back power switch in the on position) for 10+ seconds till you hear multiple beeps. Once the reset is done, when you power up, the ps3 should auto-detect the HDMI connection. - Ninja
Q) I heard the SGP/HK PS3 set supports NTSC. Can I play it on my TV?
A) If you are using HDTV, you don't need to worry about PAL / NTSC color systems because it only matters if you are using a SDTV. Most if not all SDTV sold in Malaysia support PAL & NTSC- nwk
NTSC consoles refuse to play certain PAL discs when the console is set to use SD output. - vorchiel
http://boardsus.playstation.com/playstatio...read.id=1347414Q) My new PS3 has only 40GB? How to upgrade the HDD?
A) Here are some guides -
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3,
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The PS3 will format the HDD automatically. If you straightaway upgrade your HDD after purchasing your PS3, then there is no need to do the backup function of files/gamesaves/videos/music from the old HDD. Just pop in the new HDD, format it using the PS3, and if you want to use linux, just repartition it using the PS3 OS before transferring any new files to the new HDD as the repartitioning process wipes all data. Make sure to have a USB drive containing the PS3 firmware update file because it will be needed to install essential firmware-related files in the HDD.
Q) I bought a 40/80GB set but the HDD is showing less than 40/80GB available space, what happened?
A) Around 12% of PS3 HDD is reserved by the GameOS as system cache.
Here's some rough estimate of usable space:
31/37GB
46/55GB
64/74GB <- 80GB SET
98/111GB
130/149GB
205/232GB
263/298GB
Q) Can PS3 use SATA-2 HDD, is there any difference? can PS3 use 7200rpm?
A) Check out this topic
here. "The PS3's controller is SATA150. A SATAII HDD would switch to SATAI capabilities because of backward compatibility. So there would be no difference."
What I do know is, keep the original PS3 HDD with you no matter what because if for some unforseen reason you need to send your PS3 to Sony, you need to have the original PS3 HDD back in the PS3. And if there are any stickers on the HDD, make sure you leave it as it is. - Muchi
Q) I cant get my portable hard disk to be recognized by my 40 GB PS3. Any ideas? I connected both usb plugs already.
A) your external storage devices must be
formatted with FAT32 not NTFS. - tot31
Q) Windows can't format bigger than 32GB for FAT32. Help? Can PS3 detect an external USB FAT drive bigger than 32GB?
A) I found a software that can do it (http://files.extremeoverclocking.com/file.php?f=197) - aiman04
Yes, its able to read bigger size HDD as long as its FAT32, im using
swissknife (go google) - rx330
Connect your HDD to your PC and install/use
swissknife to format it to FAT32 - Ninja
Q) I have test 2 of my 2.5" USB drive formatted using swissknife v3.0 but it still failed. both are 80GB,IDE, FAT32 & single partition. different brand. different casing. any recommendation brand for USB casing?
A) I think it is because of the lack of power. Some USB casing need to use 2 ports to provide sufficient power to the HDD. Or maybe try to use different formatter/partitioner. I used Gparted liveCD to partition & format my 60GB to FAT32 as XP refuses to create a FAT32 partition bigger than 32GB. - vorchiel
Q) The backup utility will keep all your game saves, pictures, videos, songs, but not the XMB, ID settings, etc because they are stored in somekind of a BIOS like memory. Now my understanding is, it will backup the demo games too, but not the purchased ones because of copyright thing? So I need to re-download my purchased games again?
A) The backup utility will backup purchased PSN games & content too. Remember, you can redownload PSN puchases as many times you want through the same PS3. Most PSN purchases can be activated on <= 5 different PS3s.
Q) Does USB hub or card reader works with the 40GB PS3?
A) Yes and
tested by forumer redbull_y2k. a DC-powered USB hub is recommended for certain USB devices (e.g rockband setup)
Q) What's the difference between DS3 and 6axis?
A) DS3 is basically an upgraded 6axis controller, it has vibration (for games that support it).
Q) I have a DS2 controller. Can I use on a PS3?
A) Get a PS2-USB controller. Local shops got sell
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the name is USB Super Convertor - tested to work (2 ports)
this malaysian site got sell - www.kemenonline.com/lelong.com.my
OR
the name is PS3 / PS2 Controller Adaptor - tested to work (1 port)
this
site got sell
warning: from [Dinghydoggy]'s experience, it seems not any chap ayam convertor will work
You can now use the DS2 as a 2nd controller.
Q) How to reset the 6axis/DS3 controller?
A) Turn off the controller. On the back there is a pin hole use a paper clip and hold it for 5-10 seconds. then attach the usb cable and press the PS/HOME button - monyetbesi
Q) What webcams are compatible with the PS3?
A) For video chats, most USB webcams are supported, including PS2 Eyetoy. For PS3 Eye apps/games, you need the PS3 Eye - snipersnake
Q) Can PS3 able to support USB keyboard and mouse? Imagine if it can support these peripherals, it would be great to play First Person Shooter on PS3.
A) If the programmers program their PS3 game to support KB+M, then yes, you can use it to game. Currently, only UT3 offer this support. An alternative will be the [FragFX Controller]. google for reviews and impressions. IINM, forumer [lksing78] has this controller.
Q) Can i ask how to sync my bt headset with the ps3?
A) Grab your BT headset manual and do what the headset tells you to do to get it in "Sync Mode". Go to your PS3 XMB - Accessories - Register BT device - BT Headset.
if you threw away the manual - google is your friend. * - from a google cache of forums.gametrailers.com
Q) Can you give me links to bluetooth wireless headsets that is compatible with the ps3?
A) Refer
here - vorchiel
Q) Can i use US dualshock 3 on a SG set?
A) Accessories have no region-lock - you can use it.
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Region*R1=USA, R2=UK/JP, R3=SG,HK,MY,KR,TW, R4=AU/NZ R5=?
Q) R1 R2 R3 games difference - which one to buy?
A) Refer
http://forums.gameaxis.com/showpost.php?p=...150&postcount=4BCAS First Party, Asia
BCJS First Party, Japan
BLAS Third Party, Asia
BLJM Third Party, Japan
BLJS Third Party, Japan
BCUS First Party, US
BLUS Third Party, US
BCES First Party, Europe
BLES Third Party, Europe
http://forums.gameaxis.com/showthread.php?t=1507576PS3 games are
region-free, they can be played on any PSN ID. However for multiplayer games, some games (usually third party) only allow you to play online only with people using the same disc region for that game. First party titles normally wont have this problem. For confirmation about multiplayer disc region lock, please ask in those respective games thread. You will not have problems playing all region's PS3 games if you are on HDTV/HD monitor.
However some R2/R4 games do have problem with NTSC consoles (Asia/JP/US) on SDTV.
Ref 1,
Ref 2Q: Different region from R1, R2, R3 can play together?
A: YES. No region lock. (Unless the developer states otherwise)
Q: What's the difference between R1, R2 and R3?
A: Asian (R3) or US (R1) or EUR/JPN (R2) are the same, content-wise.
Q: Why are R3 games cheaper than R1 and R2? [credit geekster129]
A: Probably due to the exchange rate. If you're buying R1, you're buying from a US distributor, which simply means, you're paying USD for the game, don't forget about the shipping cost as well, since we are buying an imported product.
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This post has been edited by shahreza2000: Dec 31 2012, 03:28 PM