TVs are getting bigger and better. Along with new models, new types of television cables appear. They differ in technical characteristics and scope. When choosing a cable, you need to understand what it will serve in the future.
Coaxial cable
This type of cable is still the main one, and therefore almost any TV has a connector for it. This type of cable has the lowest quality of the transmitted image. It is used to connect the TV antenna to the TV.
Composite cable
Composite cables usually have three wires in a bundle: yellow, red, and white. Yellow transmits video signal, red and white are responsible for audio signal transmission (red cable for right stereo signal, white cable for left). This type of cable is commonly used to connect VCRs, DVD players, old game systems to a TV. But since composite cables cannot carry digital video signals, they are gradually being replaced by component cables. It is necessary to connect such a cable in accordance with the color: yellow to yellow, red to red, white to the white connector.
Component cable
Component cables are very similar in appearance to composite cables, but are already capable of transmitting a high-resolution digital signal. This is due to the fact that the image is split between three cables. Over the past few years, televisions, DVD players, and new video game systems have begun to feature component outputs for image transmission. Also, the kit usually comes with two cables for the audio signal. They also need to be connected to the device according to their colors.
DVI & HDMI cables
DVI and HDMI are digital cables that can carry both standard and high definition video signals. If your TV or other device has any of these connectors, then it is best to use them. DVI stands for Digital Video Interface, HDMI stands for High Definition Multimedia Interface. DVI connections do not transmit audio. HDMI connections transmits audio to other devices with the appropriate connector. These cables are most commonly used in computer technology and digital video networks.
When choosing a television cable, you must clearly understand its purpose, characteristics and model name. This information will help you choose the right product and avoid unnecessary problems when connecting it to your TV.
