AnnM
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- Nov 6, 2002
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I'm still trying to get my system together and have run into a question that seems to elicit two different responses. So, if there are any experts out there, please help.
I'm trying to use all Acoustic Research middle grade cables because I had several from my old system.
http://www.hhgregg.com/ProductDetail.asp?SID=n&ProductID=11471
I need four yellow composite cables for video connections to wire the VCR to the FIOS HD box, Denon receiver, VCR and TV. I have two of these already. I went to hhGregg to buy two more and they don't carry these anymore. Here's what they suggested:
Buy one three wire yellow-white-red composite set and use either the red or white for one of the video yellow wires I need. They said all RCA wires are the same, even component. Wires are color coded yellow-red-blue-green-white to keep you connecting into the correct port.
On the other hand, I've read that I shouldn't use the red or white "audio" composite wires for video yellow because the actual wiring inside the cover is different and "audio" wires cannot carry video signals.
So, what is true? Can I use a white or red wire from a composite set for a yellow video wire as long as I keep my plugs straight and label that odd wire as yellow video?
Thanks guys. I've concluded this wiring could easily get the best of me, but I'm still plugging away. A Best Buy home theater manager was going to come by the house on Saturday and help me for free, but had to cancel, so I'm back to using your good advice and my ......determination
I'm trying to use all Acoustic Research middle grade cables because I had several from my old system.
http://www.hhgregg.com/ProductDetail.asp?SID=n&ProductID=11471
I need four yellow composite cables for video connections to wire the VCR to the FIOS HD box, Denon receiver, VCR and TV. I have two of these already. I went to hhGregg to buy two more and they don't carry these anymore. Here's what they suggested:
Buy one three wire yellow-white-red composite set and use either the red or white for one of the video yellow wires I need. They said all RCA wires are the same, even component. Wires are color coded yellow-red-blue-green-white to keep you connecting into the correct port.
On the other hand, I've read that I shouldn't use the red or white "audio" composite wires for video yellow because the actual wiring inside the cover is different and "audio" wires cannot carry video signals.
So, what is true? Can I use a white or red wire from a composite set for a yellow video wire as long as I keep my plugs straight and label that odd wire as yellow video?
Thanks guys. I've concluded this wiring could easily get the best of me, but I'm still plugging away. A Best Buy home theater manager was going to come by the house on Saturday and help me for free, but had to cancel, so I'm back to using your good advice and my ......determination