The Composite AV Cable is used to connect your iPod, iPhone or iPad to the composite video port and analog audio ports on your TV, home theater receiver or stereo receiver. It has a USB connector that can be plugged into a power source such as a computer or USB power adapter. Before connecting components, make sure to turn off the power to all your components and ensure firm connections to avoid humming and noise.
This manual describes the Composite AV Cable, which lets you link an iPod, iPhone, or iPad to the composite video and analog audio inputs of a TV, home theater, or stereo receiver. It details the required connections: yellow video, red and white audio, the iPod dock connector, and a USB power source.
Safety and setup notes include turning off all equipment before connecting, ensuring connectors fit without force, and configuring the iOS device to output video. The cable can also be used for syncing and charging when video output is not supported.
| Video connector | Yellow composite video |
|---|---|
| Audio connectors | White and red analog audio |
| Power connector | USB for power |
| Supported devices | iPod, iPhone, iPad |
Plug the yellow video connector into the TV’s video input, the white and red audio connectors into the left and right audio inputs, attach the iPod dock connector to your device, and connect the USB plug to a computer or USB power adapter.
Yes, set your iPod, iPhone, or iPad to send a video signal before using the cable; see the Apple device user guide for instructions.
Yes, the cable can still be used for syncing content and charging even if video output is not supported.