Tips, Tricks and Fixes - Page 139 - Blu-ray Forum

partridge · 05-13-2011, 07:22 AM

Yep, it's a piercing high pitch whine, there's no way you could miss it, no one else here seems to suffer it though so once PSN is sorted I'll contact Sony about a replacement.

alkalinesi · 05-15-2011, 12:24 PM

Hey guys, I need some suggestions or help. My 160 gb ps3 is hooked up to my sony lcd and its been fine until yesterday. I turn my tv and ps3 on and go to hdmi 4 (its highlighted on the tv) but it says no signal and i cant see my ps3 screen. I tried moving the hdmi to other ports and still says no signal. I just got the cables the came with the ps3(component) and hooked it up and still no signal. Has anyone heard of this problem? I doubt its the tv being that I cant see all inputs being faulty. and even though my cable and blu ray player are plugged in through receiver they all work. Any help or suggestions? Thanks.

Keith Fusco · 05-15-2011, 01:34 PM

Turn the PS3 off, then when you turn it back on, hold the power button until a second beep is heard. This resets the video settings and fixes most problems like this.

alkalinesi · 05-15-2011, 01:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Keith Fusco

Turn the PS3 off, then when you turn it back on, hold the power button until a second beep is heard. This resets the video settings and fixes most problems like this.

I actually tried that and no luck. It did work with the component cable but not with the HDMI. And i can't play games without HDMI. I tried a couple different HDMI cables while moving them to different inputs but still no luck. Could it be the TV or the PS3? This is my second TV, first one broke, so I'll be pissed if it's the TV.

mwynn · 05-15-2011, 02:15 PM

This used to happen to my a lot with a Bravia. Unplug the tv and it should work. For some reason it would randomly de-sync with the ps3.

BluHavik · 05-15-2011, 02:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alkalinesi

I actually tried that and no luck. It did work with the component cable but not with the HDMI. And i can't play games without HDMI. I tried a couple different HDMI cables while moving them to different inputs but still no luck. Could it be the TV or the PS3? This is my second TV, first one broke, so I'll be pissed if it's the TV.

Did you get it to boot with componet, like you said and then go to settings and change it to HDMI in the PS3? Keep the HDMI cord connected, if it works it should blink for a moment then come back.

Also I would have never thought of it but after a google search turned out my TV had a firmware update. At the time I was getting terrible screen tearing and red blocks/pixels no matter the source. Got the firmware for the TV, It's a simple USB drive and it's been good ever since, except the fact it's 32 inch and 1080i lol but that is another matter.

alkalinesi · 05-15-2011, 03:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mwynn

This used to happen to my a lot with a Bravia. Unplug the tv and it should work. For some reason it would randomly de-sync with the ps3.

Just tried that and it worked. wow thanks a lot. weird though, hopefully this doesnt happen again often. Thanks everybody for your feedback. I'm gonna look into a firmware update too.

mwynn · 05-15-2011, 08:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alkalinesi

Just tried that and it worked. wow thanks a lot. weird though, hopefully this doesnt happen again often. Thanks everybody for your feedback. I'm gonna look into a firmware update too.

It would happen to me every few months or so. If you have Bravia sync you will get a warning when the PlayStation option is not showing in the input menu.

doctorsteve · 05-16-2011, 12:46 AM

Sniff... my fatty, died on the 13th. Looking into the fix. Pinocchio is stuck in it...

4 years and 6 months old... (launch unit)

Azyiu · 05-16-2011, 01:52 AM

Ok, so I sent my 60Gb fatty back to the shop one more time on Saturday, and most likely for the final time. I know it won't last forever, but I will keep using it as long as it lasts. After all, having the PS2 B/C is just too nice to give up easily...

DimeMecka · 05-16-2011, 02:04 AM

I had a 60g and after 3 years it yellow lighted on me and I did the thermal compound fix too. It and it lasted 3 months then it did the same thing again and this time I just deleted my account and transferred to a new PS3. Not all YLOD are caused by the heat sync I know a few people that it was their power supplies that caused the YLOD.

DimeMecka · 05-16-2011, 02:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by punkguy03

I tried it on my old 60gb and it never worked. I tried everything too! I would just buy a new one I mean you could try fixing it and then selling it to gamestop first, but like I said it didn't work for me.

I bet it was you power supply.

dereksworl · 05-16-2011, 02:17 AM

If you're getting YLoD because of overheating(CPU and/or GPU seperating), repairing will only last about 1-3 months. i fixed mine as well as friends PS3s over a dozen times. each time it only lasted about that long. the longest i ever got mine to last was 4 1/2 months, that was with a self-powered intercooler i bought. helped with the heat but still crapped out. the old 60Gbs are nothing less than space heaters

vvox · 05-16-2011, 02:35 AM

i used this method on my 60gb ps3. it worked, but then about a month later i got the ylod again. so i used this method again and it worked. a month later, the ylod AGAIN. it never worked again after that

so i ended up buying the slim

dereksworl · 05-16-2011, 02:36 AM

If this input/ps3 sync problem is common or widespread you may want to check support via Sony's website as there is probably a firmware update to fix this.

Chocolatejas · 05-16-2011, 06:33 PM

My 80 gig shut down this weekend when watching Tron (Netflix disc). I try to restart and it blinks yellow once then just flashes red.

I need the disc and would like to back up the hard drive if possible. It is sounding like the hair dryer trick may work for this. I can hopefully do the transfer via an ethernet cable. Will this be an issue if I send it in? I will most likely be getting a new slim but would like to get the refurb for $100 if I can as the 80 is currently a paper weight.

Any good bundles coming out? I am waiting until E3 in case there is a price drop.

Fuz-10 · 05-16-2011, 06:47 PM

my ps3 is on it's last life, If I get a new one should I get the move bundle with it? Is it really worth it?

Ferris · 05-16-2011, 08:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chocolatejas

My 80 gig shut down this weekend when watching Tron (Netflix disc). I try to restart and it blinks yellow once then just flashes red.

I need the disc and would like to back up the hard drive if possible. It is sounding like the hair dryer trick may work for this. I can hopefully do the transfer via an ethernet cable. Will this be an issue if I send it in? I will most likely be getting a new slim but would like to get the refurb for $100 if I can as the 80 is currently a paper weight.

Any good bundles coming out? I am waiting until E3 in case there is a price drop.

I'm interested in hearing the response to this. My launch PS3 finally bit it this morning, and I'm having the same issues as you (blinking red light). I also can't get my copy of Black Ops out either...

Don't know if the wife will allow me another PS3 unless I get a good bundle price...

Azyiu · 05-17-2011, 01:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DimeMecka

I had a 60g and after 3 years it yellow lighted on me and I did the thermal compound fix too. It and it lasted 3 months then it did the same thing again and this time I just deleted my account and transferred to a new PS3. Not all YLOD are caused by the heat sync I know a few people that it was their power supplies that caused the YLOD.

Ok, I should know this, but I am just confirming it... say, I get my fatty back and later I decide I might want to sell it or give it away or something, all I needed to do is simply deleting my account(s) there; and future owners of that said PS3 will not be able to get to my PSN a/c, right? Thanks.

kingofgrills · 05-17-2011, 08:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dereksworl

If you're getting YLoD because of overheating(CPU and/or GPU seperating), repairing will only last about 1-3 months. i fixed mine as well as friends PS3s over a dozen times. each time it only lasted about that long. the longest i ever got mine to last was 4 1/2 months, that was with a self-powered intercooler i bought. helped with the heat but still crapped out. the old 60Gbs are nothing less than space heaters

The fat PS3s need to have the fan modified in order to stop the YLOD. I had my fan modified, and it no longer gets warm, let alone overheats.

Check out the video at http://www.sudburymods.com . They do repairs as well as sell the fan mod separately, which you can see in the video.

05-15-2011, 12:24 PM	#2762
alkalinesi Special Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:South Jersey Home Theater Gallery:35 Blu-ray collection:429 DVD collection:20 Trading Score:52	PS3 not picking up input signal. Hey guys, I need some suggestions or help. My 160 gb ps3 is hooked up to my sony lcd and its been fine until yesterday. I turn my tv and ps3 on and go to hdmi 4 (its highlighted on the tv) but it says no signal and i cant see my ps3 screen. I tried moving the hdmi to other ports and still says no signal. I just got the cables the came with the ps3(component) and hooked it up and still no signal. Has anyone heard of this problem? I doubt its the tv being that I cant see all inputs being faulty. and even though my cable and blu ray player are plugged in through receiver they all work. Any help or suggestions? Thanks.

05-16-2011, 02:04 AM	#2771
DimeMecka Expert Member Member since:Jun 2008 Location:Zanesville,Ohio PSN-DimeMecka Home Theater Gallery:49 Blu-ray collection:96	I had a 60g and after 3 years it yellow lighted on me and I did the thermal compound fix too. It and it lasted 3 months then it did the same thing again and this time I just deleted my account and transferred to a new PS3. Not all YLOD are caused by the heat sync I know a few people that it was their power supplies that caused the YLOD. Last edited by DimeMecka; 05-16-2011 at 02:06 AM.

05-16-2011, 06:33 PM	#2776
Chocolatejas Blu-ray Guru Member since:Jan 2008 Location:NH Blu-ray collection:118 Trading Score:15	My 80 gig shut down this weekend when watching Tron (Netflix disc). I try to restart and it blinks yellow once then just flashes red. I need the disc and would like to back up the hard drive if possible. It is sounding like the hair dryer trick may work for this. I can hopefully do the transfer via an ethernet cable. Will this be an issue if I send it in? I will most likely be getting a new slim but would like to get the refurb for $100 if I can as the 80 is currently a paper weight. Any good bundles coming out? I am waiting until E3 in case there is a price drop. Last edited by Chocolatejas; 05-16-2011 at 06:48 PM.

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05-13-2011, 07:22 AM	#2761
partridge Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Oct 2005 Location:England	Yep, it's a piercing high pitch whine, there's no way you could miss it, no one else here seems to suffer it though so once PSN is sorted I'll contact Sony about a replacement.

05-15-2011, 01:34 PM	#2763
Keith Fusco Senior Member Top contributor Member since:Sep 2010 Location:Northeast, UK PSNetwork: keithfusco Blu-ray collection:264 Blu-ray reviews:5	Turn the PS3 off, then when you turn it back on, hold the power button until a second beep is heard. This resets the video settings and fixes most problems like this.

05-15-2011, 02:15 PM	#2765
mwynn Blu-ray Grand Duke Member since:Mar 2008 Blu-ray collection:- Trading Score:2	This used to happen to my a lot with a Bravia. Unplug the tv and it should work. For some reason it would randomly de-sync with the ps3.

05-16-2011, 12:46 AM	#2769
doctorsteve Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Apr 2007 Location:Tonawanda, NY Home Theater Gallery:15 Blu-ray collection:188 Blu-ray reviews:16	Sniff... my fatty, died on the 13th. Looking into the fix. Pinocchio is stuck in it... 4 years and 6 months old... (launch unit)

05-16-2011, 01:52 AM	#2770
Azyiu Blu-ray Champion Top contributor Member since:May 2008 Location:The Center of Smoked Bacon Research 4K collection:7 Blu-ray collection:369 DVD collection:54 Blu-ray reviews: 14	Ok, so I sent my 60Gb fatty back to the shop one more time on Saturday, and most likely for the final time. I know it won't last forever, but I will keep using it as long as it lasts. After all, having the PS2 B/C is just too nice to give up easily...

05-16-2011, 02:17 AM	#2773
dereksworl Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Around Home Theater Gallery:18 Trading Score:1	If you're getting YLoD because of overheating(CPU and/or GPU seperating), repairing will only last about 1-3 months. i fixed mine as well as friends PS3s over a dozen times. each time it only lasted about that long. the longest i ever got mine to last was 4 1/2 months, that was with a self-powered intercooler i bought. helped with the heat but still crapped out. the old 60Gbs are nothing less than space heaters

05-16-2011, 02:35 AM	#2774
vvox Junior Member Member since:Jan 2011 Blu-ray collection:94 DVD collection:10	i used this method on my 60gb ps3. it worked, but then about a month later i got the ylod again. so i used this method again and it worked. a month later, the ylod AGAIN. it never worked again after that so i ended up buying the slim

05-16-2011, 02:36 AM	#2775
dereksworl Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Around Home Theater Gallery:18 Trading Score:1	If this input/ps3 sync problem is common or widespread you may want to check support via Sony's website as there is probably a firmware update to fix this.

05-16-2011, 06:47 PM	#2777
Fuz-10 Blu-ray Guru Member since:Jun 2009 4K collection:3 Blu-ray collection:223 Blu-ray reviews:4	my ps3 is on it's last life, If I get a new one should I get the move bundle with it? Is it really worth it?

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