At first I thought this cable was going to give me problems because it's was not gold platted, but I have to say that this cable works. It's meant to be used with any DVD Player that is Progressive Scan compatible that is hooked up to an HDTV. Don't use it as a scource for HD television because HDMI cables are better if you have a digital cable or satilite box with HDMI output. HDMI cables are getting cheaper if you buy on online. But the most important part about this was I got it for cheap. If you are looking to save money when hooking up your DVD player with 480p Progressive Scan to an HDTV. Buy this Component Video Cable, don't buy if you an HDMI output on it.