THIS is the ULTIMATE CRT TV Upgrade!
953Correction: The PlayStation 1 cannot do component video, the PS2 and PS3 can. Also the PS3 can't play Blurays via Component due to dumb old idea about "Copy Protection" and the evils of the "Analog Hole"
The ultimate upgrade for your CRT TV isn't a rare, expensive converter box—it's the Sony PlayStation 3!
Discover the secret that unlocks the full potential of your retro setup, turning it into a modern media powerhouse.
As modern streaming devices like Roku and Chromecast have abandoned analog video support, retro enthusiasts have been left with aspect-ratio-destroying converter boxes. In this video, we show you why the PS3, a console perfectly positioned between the analog and HD eras, is the ultimate solution.
Join us as we guide you through everything you need to know:
Which PS3 model is right for you (Fat, Slim, or Super Slim).
Which streaming apps like YouTube, Netflix, and Prime Video still work in 2025.
How to play Blu-rays, DVDs, and your own MP4 files on a CRT.
The "secret" trick to switch your PS3 to its analog video mode.
The best accessories to "pimp your PS3" for the ultimate retro experience.
Stop settling for a distorted picture and unlock a world of media on your CRT the way it was meant to be seen!
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Chapter Stops
00:00 - The Ultimate CRT TV Upgrade!
00:20 - Connecting Two Eras of TVs & Gaming
02:11 - The Sad State of Streaming on a CRT
03:08 - The Dreaded "Banana Head" Effect
04:00 - Why You Need a PS3 Right Now
04:45 - Buyer's Guide: Picking a PlayStation 3
04:50 - The "Fat" Original
05:22 - The "Slim"
05:44 - The "Super Slim"
06:30 - The Wide World of PS3 Media
06:35 - YouTube
07:02 - Netflix
07:20 - Amazon Prime Video
07:48 - What DOESN'T Work Anymore
08:20 - Awesome DVD & Blu-ray Playback
09:14 - USB Video Playback (MP4 Files)
10:28 - A Shout-Out to Handbrake
11:12 - Using the PS3 as a DLNA Media Server
11:30 - How-To: The "Secret" CRT Mode
12:40 - Upgrade Your Upgrade! (Pimp My PS3)
12:44 - The Bluetooth Media Remote
13:04 - S-Video!
13:13 - AV Switch Boxes
13:40 - PS3 Hard Drive Upgrade
13:52 - The Vertical Stand
14:15 - Don't Forget About the Games!
15:08 - The Joy of Nerd Nirvana