I have been using my PS3 console for about 3 years. Suddenly it started flickering and I can't play games with my peace of mind.
Here is what is happening. I changed the HDMI cable multiple times, tried changing the display settings up and down. No luck.
Does any one know out there how do I fix it.
Best Answer
You can try turning off HDMI deep colour: Settings -> Display Settings -> Deep Color Output (HDMI). That can cause compatibility problems, especially at higher resolutions.
If that doesn't work try using the AV cable that came with your PlayStation 3. Since it's just a composite cable you'll be stuck at SD resolutions, but give it a try to see if it stops the flickering. Switching to an AV cable after using an HDMI cable is a bit of pain, but you can follow the instructions on Sony's support site. If you go with the first option, holding down the power button, disconnect your HDMI cable first.
If that works, then check to see if your TV has a component video input. If so buy a component AV cable and use that to connect your PS3 to your TV. The official Sony branded cable is fairly expensive, but it's not hard to find cheaper clone cables. That will allow you to use HD resolutions and if the composite cable does't flicker the component cable probably won't either.
You might not be able to get component cables working at 1080p. Many TVs don't support this resolution with their component inputs. You may have to use 1080i instead.