fastback
12-31-2002, 05:04 PM
what is the best cable to connect my dvd to my 51'hitachi widescreen for best picture ....:)
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57U
12-31-2002, 05:29 PM
fastback, welcome to the forum.
You should probably use a set of component video cables. We usually recommend those from AR, or the "gold ends" from Radio Shack ($25-$50).
If you wish, you can spend a lot more money on other brands, if that makes you feel comfortable, but it's unlikely you'll see a better picture.
Check out the FAQ section, 6th one down on the home page, for answers to other FAQs.
You should probably use a set of component video cables. We usually recommend those from AR, or the "gold ends" from Radio Shack ($25-$50).
If you wish, you can spend a lot more money on other brands, if that makes you feel comfortable, but it's unlikely you'll see a better picture.
Check out the FAQ section, 6th one down on the home page, for answers to other FAQs.
fastback
12-31-2002, 05:40 PM
thanks for your input i am running regular rca cables and my picture could be better on my dvd thats why i was wondering.the cables you refer to they hook up in the green,blue,red jacks?and are they better than s video cables because i did use those and i seen no difference...thanks for your info.:)
57U
12-31-2002, 05:50 PM
Yes the component cables I mentioned will replace the "RCA" cables you have going to the R, G, B jacks. You should see a better picture than S-Video, but you may not see a lot of difference - it'll depend on the DVD player and the TV.
The Hitachi HDTVs have excellent upconversion and sometimes, you don't see a lot of difference. Worth a try though. Buy the cables from someplace you can return them if you see no difference.
The $25 cables are better, from a mechanical standpoint than the regular RCA cables you're using now, so you should probably spend that for the piece of mind of having a good connection.
The Hitachi HDTVs have excellent upconversion and sometimes, you don't see a lot of difference. Worth a try though. Buy the cables from someplace you can return them if you see no difference.
The $25 cables are better, from a mechanical standpoint than the regular RCA cables you're using now, so you should probably spend that for the piece of mind of having a good connection.
Tomb
01-03-2003, 11:04 AM
I have a similar question....
I will be getting my new 57TWX on Sunday and I'm not sure if I should use S-video cable or component. My DVD player is a Pioneer 300 disc jukebox type (cant recall model off the top of my head) which is non-progressive scan, so I will be relying on the TV's line doubler. Can I play it safe with a component connection and assume I'll be getting a picture as good as (or better) than S-video would provide?
I will be getting my new 57TWX on Sunday and I'm not sure if I should use S-video cable or component. My DVD player is a Pioneer 300 disc jukebox type (cant recall model off the top of my head) which is non-progressive scan, so I will be relying on the TV's line doubler. Can I play it safe with a component connection and assume I'll be getting a picture as good as (or better) than S-video would provide?
57U
01-03-2003, 12:17 PM
Originally posted by Tomb DVD...which is non-progressive scan, so I will be relying on the TV's line doubler. Can I play it safely with a component connection and assume I'll be getting a picture as good as (or better) than S-video would provide? Yes.
BrianW
01-13-2003, 04:30 PM
How about this
From worse to better
Composite
Coax
S-video
Component
(DVI, IEEE1394) Not sure myself
From worse to better
Composite
Coax
S-video
Component
(DVI, IEEE1394) Not sure myself
57U
01-13-2003, 06:29 PM
Composite is better than Coax and there should be no significant difference between component video (analogue) and the two digitals.
On some HDTVs the composite looks excellent when compared to the S-Video, just because of upconversion/comb filter issues.
Also depends on the source of the signal, some are already "S" (like S-VCRs) so that signal should be better with S. Some sources like Laserdisk are "composite" and don't typically benefit from an S-Video cable.
DVDs usually prefer component video cables.
Best way to find out - try it and see.
On some HDTVs the composite looks excellent when compared to the S-Video, just because of upconversion/comb filter issues.
Also depends on the source of the signal, some are already "S" (like S-VCRs) so that signal should be better with S. Some sources like Laserdisk are "composite" and don't typically benefit from an S-Video cable.
DVDs usually prefer component video cables.
Best way to find out - try it and see.
cherokee21
01-13-2003, 06:56 PM
That's interesting 57U, I note when I use my DVD-the input source to my Denon says coax-what's that mean if you don't mind me asking-Monster cables
57U
01-13-2003, 09:19 PM
I believe that "coax" is the digital audio input. It's basically an "RCA jack". Almost any old "RCA" cable will transmit those digital signals. It can be used instead of a "TOSlink" cable. Hope I've guessed right.
The Coax I was referring to in the previous post is "RF" Coax (the same cable that comes into your house if you have cable)
The Coax I was referring to in the previous post is "RF" Coax (the same cable that comes into your house if you have cable)
BrianW
01-14-2003, 12:09 PM
I would be willing to bet that the port looks just like the other RCA ports and is colored Orange. You probably also have a Toslink input near it. If so then both are for digital audio.
cherokee21
01-14-2003, 06:39 PM
I think you are right, both of you guys. Thanks still learning here but sure am pleased with the system:D
