Composite Video Cables-Special Cables?

Posted by Nigel Pond [SysOp] [IP: 63.10.143.216] on February 11, 1999 at 17:29:38
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In Reply to: Composite Video Cables-Special Cables? posted by RayT on February 11, 1999 at 17:07:08:

: Video cables ARE basically the same as your standard audio cables.

Not quite. There is a set minimum spec for composite video cables - shielded, 75ohm impedance (between conductor and shield). Audio cables vary in impedance all over the place and may or may not be shielded.

:Because of the higher frequencies, you should opt for cables made especially for video. Just look for "video" cables. You can get them at just about every audio/video store and Radio Shack or Best Buy.

Right, a Rat Shack gold plated video cable will fit the bill nicely (and work OK for digital audio too).

Follow Ups:

• Composite Video Cables-Special Cables? - RayT 09:04:42 02/12/99 (3)
  • Composite Video Cables-Special Cables? - Roger Liu 14:40:57 02/12/99 (2)
    • Composite Video Cables-Special Cables? - Nigel Pond [SysOp] 10:37:22 02/14/99 (1)
      • Composite Video Cables-Special Cables? - RayT 09:02:06 02/15/99 (0)

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