How to Clean RCA Connectors
Audiophiles and movie fanatics often use RCA cables to connect components together--a CD player to a receiver, for example. Sometimes the connectors on the equipment or cables can become dirty or oxidized, and it may have an impact on the sound or video quality (noise or graininess). To avoid this, you should clean the connectors regularly.
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Instructions
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Disconnect the RCA cables from the components.
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Apply DeoxIT contact cleaner, or DeoxIT Gold (for gold plated RCA connectors), by spraying or wiping it on.
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Leave the cleaner on overnight, especially if the surface is heavily oxidized.
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Remove the contaminants lifted by the cleaner with a clean, lint\-free swab or cloth. For long-lasting, added protection, apply DeoxIT Gold if the components are used indoors. Apply DeoxIT Shield if the components are used outdoors.
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Tips & Warnings
After applying DeoxIT, you may notice a green or black coloration on the connector's surface. This is dissolved oxides, and it is recommended that you repeat the cleaning process.
