Should I Use RF (Radio Frequency) Cables?

RF cables are the traditional means of connecting an antenna to a TV or video recorder.

You'll need to use them to get TV reception, but using them to connect between other video devices leads to a terrible reduction in picture quality and would be bettered with literally any other type of connection, from composite and S-video, to component and HDMI.

For more information, return to the HDTV glossary introduction.