Apple 8500 Series, 8500/150 Series appendix Connecting video equipment for output from the computer

Connecting video equipment for output from the computer

You can deliver and record a sophisticated presentation by combining the video and sound capabilities of your Macintosh. The steps that follow explain how to set up equipment for recording the computer’s output on videotape.

Before you start, do the following:

mMake sure that the VCR has either a composite video (RCA-type) port or an S-video port.

mPlace the VCR near the Macintosh.

mShut down the Macintosh and turn off the VCR.

Then follow these steps:

1Assemble the VCR and cables you need.

Depending on what kind of ports your VCR has, you’ll need different cables (available at an electronics supply store).

m If your equipment has S-video ports, you’ll need the following cables: Video cable with S-video connectors at each end

S-video S-video

Audio cable with dual RCA connectors (plugs) at both ends.

RCA RCA

mIf your equipment has a composite video (RCA-type) port, you’ll need an all-in-one cable (three joined cables—one video and two audio) with RCA-type connectors at each end. (The red connector is for the right audio port, the white connector is for the left audio port, and the yellow connector is for composite video.)

RCA RCA

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