Sony Playstation 3 CECH-2003B - Manual (Page 16)

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Getting started
Video output on the PS3™ system
The PS3™ system can output two types of resolution: HD and SD. Refer to the instruction manual for the TV in use to check which video mode is
supported.
HD
(High Definition)
SD (Standard Definition)
Video mode * 1 1080p 1080i 720p 576p 576i * 2
Aspect ratio 16:9 16:9 16:9
16:9
4:3
16:9
4:3
* 1 This number indicates the number of scan lines. Note that "i" stands for "interlace" and "p" stands for "progressive". Using progressive results in high-quality video with
minimal flickering.
* 2 The video output setting on the system will display as [Standard (PAL)].
Screens showing the difference in resolution
HD screen SD screen