Using the 3-In-1 720p HDTV Cable HD Pro Edition

Quick answer

Connect your retro console to any HDTV using the Hyperkin 3-In-1 720p HDTV Cable HD Pro Edition, then press the Mode button to cycle through four visual styles for the best picture.

Setup steps

1. Connect the cable to your console and TV: Plug the 3-in-1 connector into your retro console's AV port, then connect the HDMI end to an available port on your HDTV. The cable supports consoles with composite, S-Video, or component outputs through the same connector. Common mistake: forcing the connector into the wrong port. Check that the shape matches your console's AV port before inserting.
2. Power on your console and TV: Turn on your retro console first, then switch your TV to the correct HDMI input. The cable does not require external power—it draws power from the console's AV port. If you see no picture, try a different HDMI input or unplug and reconnect the cable. Some TVs need a few seconds to negotiate the 720p signal.
3. Select your preferred visual mode: Press the Mode button on the cable to cycle through the four LED-indicated styles. Yellow gives sharp, vibrant S-Video; green gives smooth, subdued S-Video; light blue gives classic AV with vibrant colors. Choose the one that looks best for the game you're playing. Checkpoint: the LED color matches the mode description. If the picture looks too dark or washed out, try a different mode before adjusting your TV settings.
4. Adjust your TV's aspect ratio (if needed): Most retro games are designed for 4:3 displays. Set your TV's picture aspect ratio to 4:3 or Standard to avoid stretching the image. If your TV supports it, enable a scanline filter for an even more authentic CRT look. Common mistake: leaving the TV in 16:9 mode, which stretches the game and makes characters look wider than intended.

Product facts

• 3-In-1 720p HDTV Cable HD Pro Edition: The Mode button lets you switch between four visual styles: yellow (S-Video with sharper pixels and vibrant colors), green (S-Video with smoother pixels and subdued colors), light blue (AV-style with classic pixel quality and vibrant colors), and another mode. You can match the display to your game's art style—sharper for pixel-perfect platformers, smoother for cinematic RPGs—without changing cables or settings on your TV.