Standard 75-ohm coaxial lead for a TV antenna input — aerials, set-top boxes, RF modulators and retro console RF switch boxes. Two incompatible plug standards exist: Belling-Lee (IEC 169-2) across Europe and screw-on F-type in North America and on satellite gear.
Connection Endpoints
| End A | RF Antenna Input (Coaxial) (male) |
|---|---|
| End B | RF Antenna Input (Coaxial) (female) |
Specifications
| Protocol | Analog RF (75-ohm coaxial) |
|---|---|
| Max Resolution | 480i / 576i |
| Consumer Tier | RF Coaxial |
| Status | Legacy |
Supported Features
Analog RF Video
Mono Audio
DVB-T / ATSC Passthrough
Length & Physical
| Max Passive Length | 20m |
|---|
Notes & Compatibility
Belling-Lee (push-fit, Europe) and F-type (screw-on, North America / satellite) are different plugs on the same 75-ohm cable — buy the one your TV has. For retro consoles this is the lowest-quality output available: RF modulates composite onto a carrier and demodulates it again, adding noise on top of composite’s own dot crawl. If the console has an A/V or composite output, always prefer it. Do not substitute a 50-ohm cable; the impedance mismatch causes ghosting.
