Does PS3 use HDCP?

The PS3 outputs video via HDMI that is protected via HDCP. To capture PS3 gameplay, you can use the original Elgato Game Capture HD hardware, along with a special PS3 cable that comes with that unit.

How can I bypass HDCP?

Step 1: Method 1: Buy a HDMI Splitter With HDCP Stripper

  1. Connect a HDCP product to HDMI Splitter.
  2. Connect HDMI Splitter to TV/DVR Gaming System such as Hauppauge HD PVR 2 Gaming Edition.
  3. Reboot the device, play or watch content and HDCP error is gone!

How do you beat HDCP?

The way to go is a cheap HDMI Splitter, if you find the right one. Another, much easier and cheaper method, is the use of a HDMI splitter. A splitter in essence makes it possible to (for example) connect 2 TV’s to one HDMI source, not designed to strip the HDCP, but some actually do exactly that.

Does PS3 use standard HDMI cable?

[snip] I can confirm for you that my ps3 does work with standard HMDI 1.4 cables… So yes – as long as you continue to use HDMI 1.4 cables, your PS3 will work on a TV that has HDMI 2.0 ports. Your mileage may vary if you try and upgrade to HDMI 2.0 cabling.

Why does my PlayStation 3 not have HDCP?

The Sony Playstation lineup is a perfect example of this problem. While Sony did release an update in 2014 for the PlayStation 4 that unlocked HDCP while actually playing the game, they can’t provide the same update for the PlayStation 3 because the HDCP output is locked at the chip level in the PS3.

What kind of HDMI cable do I need for PS3?

When using an HDMI cable, only [Linear PCM 2 Ch.] audio will be output from PlayStation®2 and PlayStation® format software. To output Dolby Digital or DTS® audio, you must connect the PS3™ system and the audio device using a digital optical cable and switch to [Optical Digital] under

Why is my video output not working on my PS3?

The video output settings will automatically be reset to the standard resolution. If a device that is not compatible with the HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) standard is connected to the system using an HDMI cable, video and/or audio cannot be output from the system.

How do I get Dolby Digital on my PS3?

To output Dolby Digital or DTS® audio, you must connect the PS3™ system and the audio device using a digital optical cable and switch to [Optical Digital] under [Audio Output Settings].