How to Convert a VGA Cable to an S-Video Cable

How to Convert a VGA Cable to an S-Video Cable thumbnail
A VGA cable relies on 15-pins to transmit video signal from a computer to an output device.

A video graphics array (VGA) cable is commonly used to connect a computer to a computer monitor or LCD television. If you would like to connect a computer to a television that does not have a VGA input, you can use a VGA to S-video converter to connect the computer to a television using the S-video jack. S-video converters can be purchased online from many different retailers, often for less than $10.

Things You'll Need

  • S-video cable
  • VGA cable
  • VGA to S-video converter
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Instructions

    • 1

      Turn off both the computer and the television that will be connected.

    • 2

      Plug the S-video cable into the S-video input on the rear of the television.

    • 3

      Plug the VGA cable into the VGA output on the computer.

    • 4

      Plug the VGA cable into the VGA input on the VGA to S-video converter. Use the screws on the end of the VGA cable to secure the connection.

    • 5

      Plug the S-video cable into the S-video jack on the VGA to S-video converter.

    • 6

      Turn on the computer and the television, then set the television to the S-video input to view the computer on the television.

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