3.5mm Composite A/V Out (Xbox 360 E)
3.5mm TRRS jack on the Xbox 360 E carrying composite video and stereo audio. Requires a proprietary 3.5mm-to-RCA breakout cable for TV connection. See below for full technical specs, compatible cables, and devices that use this connector.
The Component Video (RCA YPbPr) uses three RCA connectors (green Y, blue Pb, red Pr) for analog HD video. Supports up to 1080p by separating luminance from color difference signals. The best analog video connection available — common on PS2/PS3, Xbox 360, and older HDTVs. Video only — you need separate RCA audio cables for sound.
Composite Video (3.5mm Mini Jack)
This Composite Video (3.5mm Mini Jack) combines composite video and stereo audio into a single 3.5mm TRRS jack. Maximum resolution is 480i. Used on some compact devices as a space-saving AV output that breaks out to standard RCA connectors via a proprietary cable. Found on select consoles and portable devices.
The Composite Video RCA connector carries all video information as a single analog signal — typically on a yellow RCA plug. Maximum resolution is 480i (standard definition only). The simplest and most universal legacy video connection, found on VCRs, older game consoles, and budget equipment. Poor image quality compared to component or HDMI.
The DVI-D (Dual Link) carries digital-only video at up to 7.92Gbps bandwidth for 2560x1600@60Hz. The dual-link variant uses all 24+1 pins for maximum resolution. Common on older monitors, GPUs, and professional displays. No audio support — pair with a separate audio cable. Being replaced by DisplayPort and HDMI.
The DVI-D Dual Link Cable carries digital video at up to 7.92Gbps for 2560x1600@60Hz. The dual-link variant uses all available pins for maximum resolution. Found on older monitors and GPUs — no audio support, video only. Being replaced by DisplayPort and HDMI. Mark as legacy.
The DVI-I (Dual Link) carries both digital and analog video signals at up to 7.92Gbps bandwidth. The extra pins support a VGA-compatible analog signal through a simple passive adapter. Found on older GPUs and KVM switches. 2560x1600@60Hz maximum resolution in digital mode. The 'I' stands for Integrated — both digital and analog in one connector.
The Nintendo AV Multi Out is Nintendo's proprietary multi-signal video connector used across SNES, N64, and GameCube consoles. Supports composite, S-Video, and component video up to 480p. Requires a console-specific AV cable that breaks out to standard RCA connectors for TV connection. Same physical plug across three console generations.
The Nintendo Digital AV Out is the Wii's proprietary video output supporting both analog and digital signals up to 1080p. Found exclusively on the original Wii model (RVL-001). Supports component video for 480p progressive scan — the highest quality available from the Wii. The Wii Mini (RVL-201) removed this port, leaving only composite output.
Proprietary AV Multi-Out (Xbox 360 Slim)
The Proprietary AV Multi-Out (Xbox 360 Slim) is the dedicated AV output on the Xbox 360 S (Slim) model, supporting component and composite video up to 1080p. Required a proprietary Xbox 360 AV cable that breaks out to standard connectors. The Slim also has HDMI — use that instead unless connecting to a TV without HDMI input.
Proprietary AV Multi-Out (Xbox 360)
The Proprietary AV Multi-Out (Xbox 360) is the dedicated AV output on the original Xbox 360 (fat model), supporting component, composite, S-Video, and VGA output up to 1080p through proprietary breakout cables. This port was the primary video output before HDMI was added in later revisions. Multiple cable options provided flexible connections to different TV types.
Proprietary AV Multi-Out (Xbox Original)
The Proprietary AV Multi-Out (Xbox Original) is the sole video output on the original Xbox, carrying component, composite, and S-Video signals up to 1080i. Requires a proprietary Xbox AV cable pack. Component output enabled HD gaming on supported titles — a rarity for its era. The original Xbox had no HDMI — third-party HDMI adapters now exist for retro setups.
The RF Antenna Input (Coaxial) is the threaded coaxial connector for antenna and cable TV signals. Supports broadcast TV up to 1080i through analog and digital tuner processing. Found on every TV with a built-in tuner, cable boxes, and antenna distribution systems. Uses 75-ohm F-type coaxial cable — the same connector since the 1970s.
The VGA (D-Sub 15) is the classic analog video connector — 15 pins in three rows on a D-shaped plug. Supports resolutions up to 2048x1536 with progressive signal degradation at higher resolutions. Still found on projectors, older monitors, and legacy enterprise equipment. Video only — no audio. Being phased out in favor of HDMI and DisplayPort.
The VGA Cable (D-Sub 15) carries analog video up to 2048x1536 — with increasing quality loss at higher resolutions. The D-Sub 15 connector has been around since 1987. Still used on projectors and legacy enterprise monitors. Video only, no audio. For anything modern, use HDMI or DisplayPort instead.
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