Free PS3 Playstation 3

Were you so happy when you received your free PS3 but let down when you experienced a number of problems trying to get it set it up? You have followed carefully the steps needed to qualify for a free Sony Playstation 3 after locating a reliable freebie company. You have eagerly awaited the arrival of the video game console and when it finally arrived, your joy was overwhelming. The problem was that after you had set up the system for your free PS3 with trembling fingers, it would not work!

Before we start looking at some troubleshooting tips, let us first look at the basic structure of the PS3 gaming console. The system is actually very similar to the PC in that it has system software and you may even add the Linux OS to really transform it into a computer. It also has a hard drive ranging in capacity from 20GB to 80GB and it even comes with a WiFi connection to enable online gaming. However, for its display, it will have to be connected to a television set.

Troubleshooting an electronic device has been the bane of many users and gamers and this may even be more so in the PS3, which is definitely more advanced than its forerunner, the PS2. One of the common problems encountered by PS3 users is the console blinking red. The first thing to check when you have this problem is the cable connections. If you have ascertained that the cables have been appropriately connected and the problem still persists you may want to check the integrity of the cables (in other words, they may be bad and you may need to try other ones). You may also need to investigate your television set’s resolution if the blinking red condition remains.

Another common problem that you may encounter with the PS3 is the absence of a display. Once again, the cables may have something to do with this so make sure to check them. It is usually recommended that you unplug the cables, sort them out, and then reconnect them. The next thing to do is to adjust the settings for the display and try the various display modes. If this does not work, you may also need to look at the display modes of your television set. If all else fails, try resetting the whole PS3 system to get it back to default mode because you may have inadvertently set the game console to a particular mode that is not compatible with your television. You can also make a display refresh by pushing the power button and not releasing it until you hear a double beep. This method will cause the PS3 to automatically detect the type of connection and adjust the display settings.

Another potential problem with your free PS3 is the inability to play a movie and this may have to do with rough handling that has damaged the Blu-ray laser or the lens may simply be dirty. What you can do is to determine whether the warranty is still valid and then you will have to ask the customer service department of Sony to repair your unit. It is not advisable to open the unit because you might accidentally invalidate the warranty for your system.