CardiffGreens Posted June 27, 2013 Share Posted June 27, 2013 (edited) (Somewhat O/T- but following on from the PS3 woes) That sucks, man. Sounds like you have got the dodgy update on your system. Here's some info I found that might help After the update my ps3 would turn on but wouldn't load anything on the screen, just blank screen. I normally use HDMi output, but I also stream games so I keep my composite cables plugged in as well since I have a crappy capture card. I removed the hdmi cable from the back and did a reset of the display settings, then booted the system back up using the composite cables which worked fine. However I still couldn't switch it to HDMi without it displaying nothing again, so I restarted the system in safe mode and ran had the system automatically repair broken system files. When that was done I unplugged the HDMi cable from the TV, plugged it back in, and plugged the other end back into the PS3. When I restarted it the HDMi worked, the PS3 found some broken system files and repaired them, and everything was aces from there. From a GameFAQs thread PlayStation Europe just posted this on twitter to reticfy the "loading into a black screen" issue that's been reported. Plus, if you ever fancy booting your PS3 into safe mode again, that's the way to do it. Edited June 27, 2013 by CardiffGreens Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kurtsimonw Posted June 27, 2013 Share Posted June 27, 2013 (edited) (Somewhat O/T- but following on from the PS3 woes) That sucks, man. Sounds like you have got the dodgy update on your system. Here's some info I found that might help After the update my ps3 would turn on but wouldn't load anything on the screen, just blank screen. I normally use HDMi output, but I also stream games so I keep my composite cables plugged in as well since I have a crappy capture card. I removed the hdmi cable from the back and did a reset of the display settings, then booted the system back up using the composite cables which worked fine. However I still couldn't switch it to HDMi without it displaying nothing again, so I restarted the system in safe mode and ran had the system automatically repair broken system files. When that was done I unplugged the HDMi cable from the TV, plugged it back in, and plugged the other end back into the PS3. When I restarted it the HDMi worked, the PS3 found some broken system files and repaired them, and everything was aces from there. From a GameFAQs thread PlayStation Europe just posted this on twitter to reticfy the "loading into a black screen" issue that's been reported. Plus, if you ever fancy booting your PS3 into safe mode again, that's the way to do it. Thanks for the link but it's not worked. The bleeps go as they should, but the "no signal" remains as if nothing's been fixed. I've tried using the HDMI and the yellow/white/red things whatever they're called. Oh well. Phoned them up and they said they don't know why it's still not working and since I'm out of warranty I'll have to pay £110 for a new one. Yeah, that's gonna happen. Not another penny from me Sony. Edited June 27, 2013 by kurtsimonw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kwan Posted June 27, 2013 Share Posted June 27, 2013 Sounds like something more with your connectors than your PS3. Did you try plugging it into different inputs on your TV/other cables? All you should have to do is hold it down so it beeps twice and it should pop up on your screen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kurtsimonw Posted June 27, 2013 Share Posted June 27, 2013 (edited) Sounds like something more with your connectors than your PS3. Did you try plugging it into different inputs on your TV/other cables? All you should have to do is hold it down so it beeps twice and it should pop up on your screen. It's definitely the PS3. I have 2 HDMI cables, both of which work on the Xbox, Virgin box and Blu-ray player in all 4 of my HDMI slots. Yet the PS3 says no signal. It was fine before the update, yet upon reset of the update finishing is when the problem started - and they're trying to bullshit me that the update has nothing to do with it. Very disappointed in the service I got. The impression I've been left with is that they are not at all interested in helping. They're convinced it's not the updates fault and basically seem to be fine with not helping me because of that. Shocking support. Edited June 27, 2013 by kurtsimonw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kwan Posted June 27, 2013 Share Posted June 27, 2013 Ah sorry mate, I downloaded the update too but made it out okay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PieFacE Posted June 27, 2013 VT Supporter Share Posted June 27, 2013 Isn't the "no signal" issue a common problem with ps3's? I have a couple of friends who had PlayStations which failed this way. I think there's a way to reset the video interface. Apologies if you already know this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kwan Posted June 27, 2013 Share Posted June 27, 2013 Sounds like something more with your connectors than your PS3. Did you try plugging it into different inputs on your TV/other cables? All you should have to do is hold it down so it beeps twice and it should pop up on your screen. It's definitely the PS3. I have 2 HDMI cables, both of which work on the Xbox, Virgin box and Blu-ray player in all 4 of my HDMI slots. Yet the PS3 says no signal. It was fine before the update, yet upon reset of the update finishing is when the problem started - and they're trying to bullshit me that the update has nothing to do with it. Very disappointed in the service I got. The impression I've been left with is that they are not at all interested in helping. They're convinced it's not the updates fault and basically seem to be fine with not helping me because of that. Shocking support. If it really is a problem with the update, they've released a fix where you just download it online via USB and it should work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kurtsimonw Posted June 28, 2013 Share Posted June 28, 2013 Isn't the "no signal" issue a common problem with ps3's? I have a couple of friends who had PlayStations which failed this way. I think there's a way to reset the video interface. Apologies if you already know this. When I phoned them the bloke said "we've never heard of this problem" so apparently it's not very common. That or he was just being unhelpful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kwan Posted June 28, 2013 Share Posted June 28, 2013 I've worked on a lot of PS3's and I've had that no signal problem maybe once or twice. I don't think it's very common. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel Posted June 28, 2013 Share Posted June 28, 2013 (edited) Sooooooo, Microsoft are working on bringing out an adapter so everyones current headsets work with the new console. $$$$$$$$ Edited June 28, 2013 by Daniel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PieFacE Posted June 28, 2013 VT Supporter Share Posted June 28, 2013 If anyone is a little like me and you've always struggled using Playstation controllers and prefer Xbox ones, but you're thinking about getting a PS4 then this photo may help you make that decision. The PS4 controller is pretty fecking big now... looks good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel Posted June 29, 2013 Share Posted June 29, 2013 Thing with the PS controller is the thumb sticks. I much prefer the left thumb stick to be further up. Maybe i just need to get used to it again. I really struggled with the PS3 controller. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hogso Posted June 29, 2013 Share Posted June 29, 2013 Nooooooo the dualshock was perfect for my little girly hands, that monster looks unwieldy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo985 Posted June 29, 2013 VT Supporter Share Posted June 29, 2013 I prefer smaller controllers. PS3 ones are perfect size. But the thumbsticks are in the wrong place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P3te Posted June 29, 2013 Share Posted June 29, 2013 Nooooooo the dualshock was perfect for my little girly hands, that monster looks unwieldy The Xbox controller is smaller than the Xbox 360 one afaik, so that pic isn't a very good guide Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PieFacE Posted June 29, 2013 VT Supporter Share Posted June 29, 2013 (edited) Nooooooo the dualshock was perfect for my little girly hands, that monster looks unwieldy The Xbox controller is smaller than the Xbox 360 one afaik, so that pic isn't a very good guide Really? I'm shocked at that. I think the 360 controller is almost perfection in terms of size and how it feels. I'm surprised they would change the size of it. You never really see anyone moan about them. Edited June 29, 2013 by PieFacE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lapal_fan Posted July 1, 2013 Share Posted July 1, 2013 They're too big. I've not got massive hands, so the PS3 suits me much better. I hated the original Xbox controllers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo985 Posted July 1, 2013 VT Supporter Share Posted July 1, 2013 The original xbox controllers were ridiculously big. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troglodyte Posted July 1, 2013 VT Supporter Share Posted July 1, 2013 I quite liked the original Xbox controllers, although it seemed I was the only one. Haven't used one in a while so they would probably seem big now though; I do like the current model. I've never owned a Playstation but, as others have said, always found the analog sticks to be very uncomfortable, particularly the left one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel Posted July 1, 2013 Share Posted July 1, 2013 Don Mattrick, the most senior executive within Microsoft's Interactive Entertainment Business, has allegedly announced his intention to leave the company. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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