Component Cables

[joel2762]

I know what component video is and all. But just for example, If I took three composite video cables and used them to connect the Component outs on my dvd player to the Component ins on my tv, would this work? Or does it have to have a real component cable? Would it just not be quite the best picture you could get from component or what? If nobody knows I think I might try this later on, to see what happnens.

[Rockwell]

Yes, that would work fine.

[joel2762]

Thanks, I'm going to try that then pick up a real component cable in a while.

[Rockwell]

Thanks, I'm going to try that then pick up a real component cable in a while.

The composite, component, and digital cables are the same thing. Just the label is different.

[joel2762]

If I used a Compostite video cabel (Video, R/L Audio) To connect my component devices, the picture would be just as good or would there be slightly more quality in a real component cable?

[markw]

As long as they meet these standards and are well constructed, it matters not what you call it. composite, component, coaxial digital, feddy or whatever.

An audio cable may not be the same as a video cable. It probably is, but it need not meet the same electrical chacteristics as the others mentioned in previous posts.

Somehow, I think you will be happier going out and buying the most expensive "component" cable you can find. Perhaps that is where your happiness lies.

[Rockwell]

If I used a Compostite video cabel (Video, R/L Audio) To connect my component devices, the picture would be just as good or would there be slightly more quality in a real component cable?

The yellow video cable will work fine, but the red/white audio might not be up to spec for video; especially if you are talking about a freebie cable.

[markw]

What, exactly. do you consider a "real" component cable? How do you believe it differs from a "composite" cable or, for that matter a "coaxial digital" cable?

The real answer might surprise you.