using s-video (1 Viewer)

[Mark.du]

Does it make sense to use an s-video cable between the dvd player output and the A/V receiver video input, but a yellow composite video cable between the A/V receiver output and the TV? The old TV only has a composite input, and I don't think there will be a new TV purchase anytime soon.

Would it result in any improvement, or would it be a waste of $20?

 

[Justin Ward]

As long as it is not a cheap cable, you will probably see no benefits and the s-video may even look worse because the reciever has to convert it.

 

[Bob McElfresh]

Hi Mark. Welcome to HTF!
No it wont work. You will not even see any picture.
Most receivers will NOT convert the SVideo input to be seen on the Composite output.
Nice try though.