A mystery 346 Posted April 3, 2012 If I am going to play my PS2 on a hd tv should I buy component cables? I am new to the Sony brand so I always have a lot of questions. :huh: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AnsemTheWise 1,114 Posted April 3, 2012 My friend got HD cables for his PS2 and he loved it. I have a standard tv, so I've got nothing to personally compare. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Uncle Dolan 963 Posted April 3, 2012 There is no difference between the AV and Component cables. The PS2 was designed to output 480p max and no more. Emulators can emulate 1080p HD though as they aren't restricted to output 480p. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hatok 6,413 Posted April 3, 2012 A component cable allows a slightly higher resolution output. Not HD. It's also not required, unless your TV doesn't actually have red White and Yellow slots. It's not worth it, as far as I'm concerned, but it comes down to how much you care about the difference between 360p and 480p Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nikolasvanitas 358 Posted April 3, 2012 there is a slight improvement in quality if you use component cables with HD TV but this affects only games with progressive scan like jak and daxter the lost frontier or shadow of the collosus,games like kh2,1 only have a slight improvement in quality but they dont have progressive scan Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A mystery 346 Posted April 3, 2012 Thanks for the advice everyone. I think I might ask for some for my birthday. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nikolasvanitas 358 Posted April 3, 2012 Thanks for the advice everyone. I think I might ask for some for my birthday. just one more advice,a few monts ago i was searching too for component cables for my ps2 with my new HD tv(i wanted to try KH2,KH1 and see if the quality is better ),you may find these cables at many different prices,some may be expensive and some may be cheaper,buy the cheapest cables you can get,it turns out that all these cables offer the same quality the only difference is the manufracturerso get the cheapest you can get and you will be fine Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sora96 17,256 Posted April 3, 2012 What TV do you have? just one more advice,a few monts ago i was searching too for component cables for my ps2 with my new HD tv(i wanted to try KH2,KH1 and see if the quality is better ),you may find these cables at many different prices,some may be expensive and some may be cheaper,buy the cheapest cables you can get,it turns out that all these cables offer the same quality the only difference is the manufracturer so get the cheapest you can get and you will be fine This is the same with HDMI. Companies like Sony, Samsung, Crest etc do not make the cable. They simply pay the company that makes the cable to put their name on it. So yes, you do just buy a cheap one from so no name brand because if it works it will be exactly the same as all the others. 1 Nikolasvanitas reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A mystery 346 Posted April 3, 2012 What TV do you have? The tv I will be playing on is a Panasonic. 1 Sora96 reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sora96 17,256 Posted April 4, 2012 The tv I will be playing on is a Panasonic. Very good. I have one myself, best TV brand definitely. But I need to know more, how many inches? Resolution? How many AV and Component slots? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A mystery 346 Posted April 4, 2012 Very good. I have one myself, best TV brand definitely. But I need to know more, how many inches? Resolution? How many AV and Component slots? I hope this information helps because I am clueless. :huh: Panansonic 42" Class / Plasma / 720p / 600Hz / HDTv Product Features 41-5/8" screen measured diagonally from corner to cornerFor optimal viewing in large rooms. Ultraslim design (3-1/2" deep)Ideal for wall mounting (with optional mounting kit, not included). Connect to the InternetAccess movies, TV shows, music and more. Deep Color and x.v. Color technologiesEnsure sharp, clear colors. 720p resolutionFor stunning image clarity. Two 10W speakersDeliver quality surround sound. Motion pattern noise reduction minimizes audio interference. InputsInclude 2 HDMI, 1 analog audio, 1 composite video, 2 audio, 1 component video and 1 Ethernet port. OutputsInclude 1 digital audio. 2 HDMI inputsHDMI cable not included. High-speed HDMI cable is the only connection that can deliver a full HDTV experience with a full 1080p picture and digital surround sound. Built-in Ethernet portLets you connect your TV to your home network. 2 USB 2.0 portsFor quick connection of a digital camera or other USB device. Will these cables work? http://www.amazon.com/HDTV-READY-COMPONENT-CABLE-5-WIRE-Playstation-3/dp/B004E0I8II/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1333530484&sr=8-7 1 Sora96 reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites