Cable and Adapter Help
A plain language guide to HDMI, DVI, USB, Firewire, Toslink, S Video, VGA and RCA cables.
Video cables
HDMI carries digital video and audio over one cable and is the simplest choice for modern televisions, monitors and game consoles. DVI carries digital video only. VGA carries analog video. Component RCA carries analog video over three cables, and composite RCA carries video over one cable. S Video separates luminance and color for a better picture than composite.
Audio cables
Toslink optical audio carries digital audio over fiber and is common between televisions and sound bars. Stereo RCA carries analog left and right audio. HDMI carries both audio and video.
Data cables
USB 2.0 is used by printers, cameras, MP3 players and phones. Firewire, also known as IEEE 1394, is used by some camcorders, drives and audio interfaces. Match the connector at both ends before ordering.
How to choose
Check the port on each device, confirm the cable type and length, then order. If you are unsure, call 866 787 1223 with the device model and our team will confirm the right cable.