TV only runs in 480p and 1080i (PS3 Questions)

Ok, so my TV only has component and composite inputs, no HMDI. Above the Component inputs is says "1080i". I don't see anything about 720p or 1080p. So I'm assuming I can only run my PS3 in 1080i or 480p. In the resolution settings I tried selecting only 480p and 720p and the screen went blank (confirming that assumption I think). But a game like Elder Scrolls: Oblivion has a max res. of 720p (can't run in 1080i or 1080p).

Does this mean I have to run the game in 480p standard def?

Do component cables make the quality better in 480p than composite cables?

A lot of PS3 games have a max resolution of 720p, so what do I do for those games to maximize quality?

I should get a TV that supports 720p then, because most PS3 games run best in 720p. cornerback3

ah good to hear, I did not know this. Recently moved to a new place and had to buy a TV off craigs, got an older HDTV that only does 480p/1080i. Getting a PS3 next week....good thing im planning on a new tv next month :)

Ok, so my TV only has component and composite inputs, no HMDI. Above the Component inputs is says "1080i". I don't see anything about 720p or 1080p. So I'm assuming I can only run my PS3 in 1080i or 480p. In the resolution settings I tried selecting only 480p and 720p and the screen went blank (confirming that assumption I think). But a game like Elder Scrolls: Oblivion has a max res. of 720p (can't run in 1080i or 1080p).

Does this mean I have to run the game in 480p standard def?

Do component cables make the quality better in 480p than composite cables?

A lot of PS3 games have a max resolution of 720p, so what do I do for those games to maximize quality?

cornerback3

Component cables will be better than composite cables. With composite, you can only get 480i, whereas with component, you will get 480p and 1080i.

My TV does the same, but it automatically converts 720p too 1080. It doesn't look that great compared to native 1080i, but I think the majority of older HDtvs do this.

Component cables will be better than composite cables. With composite, you can only get 480i, whereas with component, you will get 480p and 1080i.UnnDunn