What
“Connect an iPod to your television with the Apple Component AV Cable, gather up your friends, and watch videos or slideshows together on the big screen. You can also connect the Component AV Cable to your stereo or powered speakers for a room-filling audio experience.The Component AV Cable connects to your iPod or Universal Dock via the 30-pin dock connector and to your TV, home theater receiver, or stereo receiver via the component (Y, Pb, and Pr) video and red/white analog audio ports. The cable also features a USB connector that you can plug into a power source, such as a computer or the included USB Power Adapter.”
Amazon Product Description

Why
Component A/V cable can be used to connect your iPod or iPhone to the HDTV. This allows you easily watch good quality videos or YouTube videos directly from your iPod. In addition, the cable bundle includes a USB connector that allows the iPod to charge while it’s being used. This cable allows you to take your movies with you to a friends house or on vacation. Just load movies to your iPod and take your cable along and you’re good to go. However, if you are planning to use the cable in various places, the RCA connections are quite tight and the slick and shiny connector housing doesn’t allow for much grip when trying to remove them. At the end of the day, this is the only official component A/V connector available for iPod and iPhone. It is worthwhile getting this cable as it turns your iPod as a movie player.
Pros
- Cable design is good looking and sleek
- USB charging cable included
- Good quality
Cons
- Some people are complaining that RCA plugs are too tight and unplugging is difficult. (This has not been too big issue for me)
- Little bit expensive





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