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No. S-video uses two signals - one for luminance (the brightness) and the other for all color information. The color information is actually two signals that are encoded into a single wire.
Component uses three signals. The luminance is the same as S-video but the other two are used for color information. This is the highest quality signal in the broadcast world and they can be found as analog or digital signals.
The worst quality interface is composite video. This single wire carries brightness and color all as a single signal. It is also the standard connection for most domestic video in the standard definition video domain.
Note that HDMI, being the de facto standard for HD video, is capable of handling component video both in standard and high definition. As more equipment supports HDMI, we will become accustomed to seeing the better quality and have less reliance on either composite or S-video.
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What kind of cable is needed to connect VGA to RCA?
VGA, a computer video output, cannot be converted to a composite (1 video wire) or component video (3 video wires) signal with just a cable. VGA can be much higher resolution than composite video. You will need a scan converter box to create the NTSC video signal.
Is s video better than rca?
RCA connectors can be used for both composite (1 connector) video and component (3 connector) video. The quality order is: BASIC - Composite (1 RCA wire, Yellow) BETTER - S-Video (1 wire, usually black) BEST - Component (3 RCA wires, Red, Green Blue) Composite can only send standard definition video, up to 480i. S-Video can only send standard definition video, up to 480i. Component can send video up to 1080i High Definition.
Is HDMI cable better than a dvi-d cable and if so how?
HDMI is better because it can send digital audio on the same cable, is a smaller connector (more portable) and can support 3D. DVI is better because it has a locking connector, can support both analog and digital video and does not need to support digital rights management, so can be easily split, copied and amplified.
Can you substitute video cable for audio cable?
Assuming the video cable has the right connectors, probably RCA type (phono connectors) then it can be used for audio signals. In fact, some high end audio interlinking cables use video cable because it is claimed that they work better than standard audio cable. (Note that this is the subject of fierce debate among audiophiles and there is no proof that video cable is an improvement on audio cable for audio signals) Using audio cable for video can also be done up to a point. For short connections, up to a few feet or a couple of metres, an audio cable will work just fine. As the length of the lead increases, the cable will begin to interfere with the video signal and cause loss of definition or ghost images. Substituting the cables will not cause damage to equipment, so it is safe to try it. If it looks or sounds like it works, then it works!
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Which television input has the best picture DVI S-video component HDMI cable?
HDMI is by far the best. and S-Video is better than the VIDEO connection.
What gives better picture RCA or cable?
An RCA cable with composite video is better than standard definition cable. An RCA cable set (3 cables) can also carry a component video signal, which can be Hugh definition up to 1080p. Cable television can also carry a high definition signal if you have a HD cable box or a TV with a digital tuner. For connecting a VCR, an RCA composite video cable will give a better picture than the RF antenna cable.
Which type of cable will have a better quality signal coaxial or composite RCA?
Composite RCA will be better than a coaxial cable (RG6). The order of quality and maximum resolution from best to worst is: HDMI (including HDMI 1.4 3D) DVI Component Video S-Video Composite Coaxial cable
Is it worthy to convert an S-VIDEO signal to a component one?
Yes, the component input will yield a better picture than the s-video input.
Can one connect a 7 pin S video PC socket to a 3 jack component video connection on a tv resulting in a higher component quality signal than making the via a 4 pin S video cable?
No, the S-cable is the weak link in your plan.
If your tv does not have a HDMI socket will you be able to receive hdtv?
Yes. HDTV signal can be used through HDMI, use the Component connections (not to be confused with composite) if your set has it, if not, then s-video and video would all be better than Coaxial cable.
What is s-video input on an lcd tv?
The S-Video connector and cable will give you a better picture than coax or a RCA type pin video connector and cable will.
Why are S video ports better than composite out ports?
The picture is slightly better in some circumstances because the S-Video separates the brightness and color signal from the source on two conductors in the cable. The resolution is the same, and does not effect the audio quality. If your TV has only S-Video or composite connectors, you may notice no difference in the quality of the picture. The big steps in quality upgrade come when you use a component video or HDMI cable.
Can you mark white cable yellow cable green and use on DVD?
A red-white-yellow (RWY) cable is designed for stereo audio and composite video. A red-green-blue cable is designed for component video on your DVD player. Most RWY cables will have the yellow cable noticeably thicker than the red and white. This is because there is extra shielding in the video cable to avoid interference. While short runs of RWY cable can be used for component video, the picture can suffer if there is electrical interference in the Red and White cables because of reduced shielding.
What is a component video Jack?
This video connection is the one to use if there is no HDMI jack. It is much better quality than the standard yellow Video jack.
What kind of cable is needed to connect VGA to RCA?
VGA, a computer video output, cannot be converted to a composite (1 video wire) or component video (3 video wires) signal with just a cable. VGA can be much higher resolution than composite video. You will need a scan converter box to create the NTSC video signal.
What is reason for S video connections?
The S-video connector will render a better picture than the yellow video connector but not as good as the component or HDMI connectors. These are the best to use if your equipment has them.
