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Connection Guide
Use this connection reference to identify the most common video, audio and computer connections.
Video Cables
Video Cables
![HDMI](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-xv6vi8flry/product_images/uploaded_images/connection-hdmi.png)
HDMI
HDMI is an all digital HD format that provides uncompressed HD video and up to 8 channels of digital audio in one cable. Found on all consumer video electronics.
![DVI](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-xv6vi8flry/product_images/uploaded_images/connection-dvi.png)
DVI
DVI is a video only High Definition video format with 24 and 29 pin configurations and types including DVI-D, DVI-A and DVI-I. Commonly found on computers and some peripherals.
![Composite Video](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-xv6vi8flry/product_images/uploaded_images/connection-composite-video.png)
Composite Video
Analog video format using a single RCA (sometimes BNC) connection. format using a single RCA (sometimes BNC) connection.
![Component Video RCA](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-xv6vi8flry/product_images/uploaded_images/connection-component-video-rca.png)
Component Video (RCA)
Analog video format that splits the video signal into three components for enhanced picture. Uses 3 RCA connections.
![S-Video](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-xv6vi8flry/product_images/uploaded_images/connection-s-video.png)
S-Video
Breaks the video signal into its Y (black and white) and C (color) components. Utilizes a 4 pin mini-din connection.
Audio Cables
![Digital Audio (RCA)](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-xv6vi8flry/product_images/uploaded_images/connection-digital-audio-rca.png)
Digital Audio (RCA)
Digital coax audio connection. Sometimes referred to as S/PDIF. Found on consumer a/v equipment.
![Optical Toslink](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-xv6vi8flry/product_images/uploaded_images/connection-optical-toslink.png)
Optical Toslink
A digital audio connection using a fiber Toslink connector. Found on consumer a/v equipment.
![RCA (Stereo)](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-xv6vi8flry/product_images/uploaded_images/connection-rca-stereo.png)
RCA (Stereo)
Analog stereo audio connection using two RCA (phono) connections (left & right). Found on consumer a/v equipment.
![1/4 Standard Phone](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-xv6vi8flry/product_images/uploaded_images/connection-14.png)
1/4" Standard Phone
Unbalanced analog audio connection found on pro audio equipment. Can be mono or stereo (TRS).
![3.5mm Mini](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-xv6vi8flry/product_images/uploaded_images/connection-35mm-mini.png)
3.5mm Mini
Unbalanced analog audio connection found on pro audio equipment. Can be mono or stereo (TRS).
Computer/Data Cables
![DisplayPort](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-xv6vi8flry/product_images/uploaded_images/connection-displayport.png)
DisplayPort
DisplayPort is an all digital HD format that provides uncompressed HD video and digital audio in one cable. Found on computer & some consumer devices.
![VGA HD-15](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-xv6vi8flry/product_images/uploaded_images/connection-vgahd15.png)
VGA (HD-15)
Common computer monitor connection. Utilizes 3 rows of pins totaling 15. (Not to be confused with a D-Sub connector which is 2 rows.
![IEEE 1394 Firewire 6 pin](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-xv6vi8flry/product_images/uploaded_images/connection-ieee.png)
IEEE 1394 (Firewire 6 pin)
6 Pin version of Firewire digital video format. Found on consumer computers, camcorders, hard drives and devices.
![IEEE 1394 Firewire 4 pin](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-xv6vi8flry/product_images/uploaded_images/connection-ieee4.png)
IEEE 1394 (Firewire 4 pin)
4 Pin version of Firewire digital video format. Found on consumer computers, camcorders, hard drives and devices.
![USB A](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-xv6vi8flry/product_images/uploaded_images/connection-usb-a.png)
USB A
Type A rectangular version of USB digital data and video format. Found on computers and computer devices.
![USB B](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-xv6vi8flry/product_images/uploaded_images/connection-usb-b.png)
USB B
Type B square version of USB digital data and video format. Type B ports are found on USB hubs, printers, scanners and other peripheral devices.
![USB Mini A](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-xv6vi8flry/product_images/uploaded_images/connection-mini-a.png)
USB Mini A
Mini A version of USB digital data and video format. Can be easily confused with other Mini and Micro versions. Found primarily on portable computer devices.
![USB Mini B](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-xv6vi8flry/product_images/uploaded_images/connection-mini-b.png)
USB Mini B
Mini B version of USB digital data and video format. Can be easily confused with other Mini and Micro versions. Found primarily on portable computer devices.
![USB Micro A](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-xv6vi8flry/product_images/uploaded_images/connection-micro-a.png)
USB Micro A
Micro A version of USB digital data and video format. Can be easily confused with other Mini and Micro versions. Found primarily on portable computer devices.
![USB Micro B](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-xv6vi8flry/product_images/uploaded_images/connection-micro-b.png)
USB Micro B
Micro B version of USB digital data and video format. Can be easily confused with other Mini and Micro versions. Found primarily on portable computer devices.
![USB Type-C](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-xv6vi8flry/product_images/uploaded_images/connection-type-c.png)
USB Type-C
USB Type-C is a specification for a 24-pin reversible-plug connector for USB devices and USB cabling.
![Lightning](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-xv6vi8flry/product_images/uploaded_images/connection-lightning2.png)
Lightning
Lightning is used to connect Apple® mobile devices like iPhones, iPads & iPods to host computers, external monitors, cameras, USB battery chargers & other peripherals.
![Multimode LC](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-xv6vi8flry/product_images/uploaded_images/connection-lc.png)
Multimode LC
(Lucent Connector) A miniaturized version of the fiber-optic SC connector. It looks somewhat like the SC, but is half the size with a 1.25mm ferrule instead of 2.5mm.
![Multimode ST](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-xv6vi8flry/product_images/uploaded_images/connection-st.png)
Multimode ST
(Straight Tip connector) A fiber-optic cable connector that uses a bayonet plug and socket. It was the first de facto standard connector for most commercial wiring. For bi-directional transmission, two fiber cables and two ST connectors are used.