component cables

[vashivihan]

can someone explain to me just how the component cables are useful because i want to get one.how do they affect the wii graphics. also i have a bigscreen tv but when i go on my wii to change the resolution,i cant select 480p. it only highlights 480i.

 

[[DT]]

Component cables allow you to run in progressive scan mode vs. interlaced. However, if you're running out to a native p-scan set (like an LCD or DLP that's 720P or 1080P) the set is going to deinterlace anyway.

(There's a potential difference that's game specific, where the P-scan output can double buffer and produce smoother animation, if the technical documents I've read are correct).

Also isolating the Chroma/Luma in a component cable generally means less noise and better/clearer color reproduction.

It's definitely worth it for < $10.

 

[raisinghelen]

http://www.gamespot.com/features/6162297/p-2.html

They have a comparison of composite and component there. Its most noticible in Zelda TP.