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What are cinch plugs used for?

Cinch is a plug connection that is mostly used on coaxial cables.

It is used for the asymmetrical transmission of electrical signals. The correct name for cinch (or the English term) is ‘RCA’. In practice, RCA is mainly used in the domestic audio and video sector. A largely uniform colour coding makes it easier to classify the plugs:
Audio
White: Left analogue channel
Red: Right analogue channel
Orange: Digital audio (S/PDIF)
Black: Subwoofer or centre channel
Video
Yellow: Composite Video
Green: Component Video, Brightness (Yy)
Blue: Component Video, Colour difference (Pb)
Red: Component Video, Colour difference (Pr)

Beware of confusion: RGB-transmitting cables often use the same colours as component video as connector identification!

InLine cinch cables, adapters and more

InLine® Premium RCA Video & Digital Audio Cable RCA male / male gold plated 1m
InLine® Premium RCA Video & Digital Audio Cable RCA male / male gold plated
  • Gold-plated cinch metal plug
  • Cable color: blue
  • 1x shielded coaxial cable
  • Impedance: 75 ohms
  • Foils - and braided shield

 

InLine® AV Switch manual 4-port, 3x RCA IN/OUT
InLine® AV Switch manual, RCA IN/OUT
This manual media switcher allows easy splitting of audio and video signals the analogue RCA interface between one input and 2 outputs or vice versa. Switching is purely mechanical, no additional power supply is required. The shielding is occupied.
  • Manual audio/video switch 3-way RCA, 2 AV inputs to 1 AV output or vice versa
  • 9x RCA socket (3x red, 3x white, 3x yellow)
  • 1:1 assignment, shielded
  • Metal housing
  • for analogue audio/video signals

 

InLine® Premium RCA Audio Cable 2x RCA male / male gold plated 1m
InLine® Premium RCA Audio Cable 2x RCA male / male gold plated
  • Gold-plated metal RCA plugs, colour-coded
  • 2x shielded coaxial cables
  • Impedance: 50 ohms
  • Foil and braided shielding
  • Cable diameter: approx. 6 mm

 

InLine® RCA Audio over LAN / Ethernet / RJ45 Cable max. 50m complete set
This easy to use adapters provides the audio signals through patch cables, so audio can even be transported via a passive structured cabling from room to room (without active network devices).
  • Set of 2 adapters, transmitter and receiver
  • 2x RCA male plugs to RJ45 female port + 1x 3.5 mm stereo plug to RJ45 female port
  • max. patch cable length 50m, depending on wire diameter and contact resistance
  • for analog stereo audio signals
  • adapters cable length: 2x 10cm
Item no.: 89003

InLine® VGA RGB Cable VGA male / 3x RCA male 2m
Monitor connection cable or adapter cable, only the coaxial lines are connected
  • VGA connector 15-pin. to 3x RCA plugs (RGB, YUV)
  • Length 2m
  • with ferrite
Item no.: 17202

InLine® Slim audio cable 3.5mm jack to 2x RCA, 2m
InLine® Slim Audio Cable 3.5mm male / 2x RCA male
  • Enjoy clear stereo sound on your system: Easily connect devices with a 3.5 mm jack to 2x RCA and experience clean analogue audio transmission with stable channel separation.
  • Extra thin for elegant installation: The slim design ensures maximum flexibility and allows for discreet installation behind furniture or in narrow cable ducts.
  • Gold-plated contacts for long-lasting performance: The high-quality plug contacts reduce corrosion and support consistently reliable signal transmission during regular plugging and unplugging.
  • Robust metal plugs for a secure hold: Nickel-plated plugs provide a stable connection in jack and RCA sockets and impress with their durable workmanship.
  • Ready to use for versatile audio connections: Ideal for connecting AUX outputs to RCA inputs on hi-fi systems, amplifiers or active speakers.

Experience the power of a clear and reliable stereo connection. The InLine Slim Audio Cable 3.5 mm jack to 2x RCA connects your audio devices quickly and easily and ensures stable analogue signal transmission.

The 3-pin stereo assignment enables a clean separation of the left and right channels. This allows you to enjoy balanced sound for music, films or presentations.

The extra-thin slim design keeps your installation tidy and flexible. The cable is particularly easy to lay and also fits into tight spaces behind furniture or in cable ducts.

Gold-plated contacts support consistent signal quality and reduce contact corrosion. The nickel-plated metal plugs also ensure mechanical stability and a precise fit in 3.5 mm jack and RCA connectors.

A well-designed solution for anyone who values a reliable and clean audio connection.

  • Connection: 3.5 mm jack plug
  • Connection: 2x RCA plugs (red/white)
  • Signal transmission: analogue stereo
  • Assignment: 3-pin
  • Contacts: gold-plated
  • Plugs: nickel-plated metal design
  • Design: slim, extra thin and flexible