SCARTutganger

SCARTutganger refers to the audio-visual outputs that use the SCART connector. The term is used for devices that send video and audio signals through a SCART port, a 21-pin multi-connector that was widely used in Europe from the 1970s onward. Typical examples of equipment with SCART outputs include DVD players, VCRs, some game consoles, and certain digital tuners. The SCART output is usually paired with a SCART input on a television, projector, or AV receiver.

Technical scope and signals: SCART can carry various analogue video formats and stereo audio. The most common are composite video with stereo audio, and RGB video with stereo audio, though not all outputs or cables support every format. RGB is preferred for higher picture quality on compatible CRT televisions. The actual signal available on a given SCART output depends on the device and its settings, and some devices may offer only composite video. The connector also handles associated control signals and the selection of audio paths, which may be automatic or manual depending on the equipment.

Usage considerations: To use a SCART output, connect a SCART cable from the device’s output to a SCART input on a TV or receiver. Ensure the receiving device is set to the correct input and, if using RGB, that both the source and display support RGB over SCART and that the appropriate input is selected. Some modern displays lack SCART inputs, necessitating adapters or alternative interfaces.

Legacy context: With the shift to HDMI and digital interfaces, SCART outputs have declined in new devices but remain common on older European equipment. Adapters and converters are widely available to bridge SCART to newer formats.