RCA to HDMI Converter — Connect AV Devices to Modern HDMI Screens
This converter bridges the gap between older composite AV sources and modern HDMI-only televisions, letting you watch recordings from DVD players, VCRs, and older consoles on a current screen. The cable terminates in a standard HDMI plug at one end and splits into three RCA connectors — red and white for stereo audio, yellow for composite video — with gold-plated tips for a reliable connection. A USB-A plug handles power, so no separate adapter is needed as long as a USB port is available nearby. It supports both 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios, useful when the source material was recorded in the older format. Worth noting: this converter only handles 480p resolution, so picture quality reflects what the original device
- Gold-Plated RCA Connectors: Three colour-coded connectors — red, white, yellow — with gold-tipped contacts for a reliable, corrosion-resistant signal connection.
- 4:3 and 16:9 Support: Selects the correct aspect ratio for the source material, useful when playing back recordings originally made in the older 4:3 format.
- USB Bus Power: The USB-A connector draws power from any available USB port, removing the need for a separate mains adapter.
- 480p Signal Support: Converts composite video at 480p resolution — picture quality reflects the source device output with no upscaling.
- Broad Compatibility: Works with DVD players, VHS recorders, and older game consoles using standard composite RCA output.
This converter links older composite AV sources to modern HDMI televisions without a separate power adapter. The cable splits from a standard HDMI plug at one end into three gold-tipped RCA connectors — red and white for stereo audio, yellow for composite video — with a USB-A plug drawing bus power from any available USB port.
Supports both 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios. Handles 480p resolution — picture quality reflects what the source device outputs, not an upscaled signal.
Compatible Sources
Works with DVD players, VHS recorders, and older consoles that use standard composite RCA output. If your source outputs at 240p — common on some older VCR models — this converter is not compatible. It requires a minimum 480p signal.
What's in the Box
What is included
The pack contains the AV to HDMI converter cable and a quick-start guide. No external power adapter is required — the USB-A connector draws power from any available USB port on a television, hub, or charger.
