Term: Composite Video

A single video connector that combines all the color and brightness signals into one cable (hence “composite”) using a single RCA male connector. Often color-coded yellow, it is the most common type of analog video connection between older VCRs and TVs (except for RF connectors). Use composite video only if your TV, VCR or DVD player lacks S-video or component-video connectors. Composite video will not carry High Def or progressive-scan video signals.

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