The Ultimate Guide to Cables & Connectors

Cable Chick's blogs contain useful guides, and tech info on all your favourite AV and computer cables, plus a useful guide for identifying what cable or adapter you need. If you're trying to identify what kind of cable, connector or adapter required for your device, our Ultimate Guide to Cables & Connectors is essential reading. We've laid out a visual reference for most video, audio and computer plugs + sockets, so you can visually identify the plug/socket you have, to work out the cable/adapter you need!

Blog Tag: Buying Guide

Explained: Multi-Monitor Setups
Published 26th June, 2024
Explained: Multi-Monitor Setups
These days, a single monitor setup almost feels like a punishment. The experience of constantly expanding and minimising windows to perform a simple task knowing how easy it would be with a second monitor is frankly archaic. So this must be what Marty McFly felt like in 1955. Now unless you're a masochist, it might be time to introduce your display to a friend or two and experience how much better things can be.   Read More
Organising Your Digital Space
Published 1st March, 2024
Organising Your Digital Space
In these modern times, it seems the line between us and the technology we use on a daily basis have become blurred, our lives now fully intertwined with a multitude of electronic devices, each connected by a web of cables and cords.   Read More
Is 8K worth the hype?...
Published 28th August, 2023
Is 8K worth the hype?...
The relentless pursuit of the ultimate home entertainment experience has seen breathtaking evolutions in display technologies over recent years. It seems like only yesterday we were blown away by the clarity of HD video and now, just as we are considering the upgrade to 4K, a new contender has entered the ring.   Read More
Is it time to change to Rechargeable Batteries?
Published 19th Dec, 2022
Is it time to change to Rechargeable Batteries?
Modern NiMH make good financial and environmental sense over disposables in most applications. Our blog looks at the pros, cons and best applications for NiMH cells so you can save yourself from the pitfalls of throw-aways NOW.   Read More
4K All The Way!
Published 25th Nov, 2020
4K All The Way!
Make the most of 4K content with our handy connectivity guide! It covers cables, switchers, splitters and all the major 4K content sources available today.   Read More
Working From Home During Covid-19
Published 6th April, 2020
Working From Home During Covid-19
Discover the easiest way to connect your laptop to one or more additional screens with our handy visual guide.   Read More
16 Essential Tips to Enhance your Home Entertainment
Published 16th Dec, 2019
16 Essential Tips to Enhance your Home Entertainment
Take your entertainment to the next level with our handy tips on upgrading your home theatre. From small budgets to big-ticket enhancements, we've got a tip or two for you!   Read More
The Ultimate Speaker Cable Guide
Published 16th April, 2018
The Ultimate Speaker Cable Guide
We've made it super-easy to choose the right gauge of speaker cable for your living room, home theatre or any other entertainment area! Read our guide and start wiring up your audio system today.   Read More
HDMI Buyers' Guide 2017
Published 12th April, 2017
HDMI Buyers\' Guide 2017
Flat. Thin. Braided. Coiled. HDMI can now provide solutions to just about every cabling quandary imaginable. Come on in and meet the team!   Read More
HDMI 4K HDR: Going Beyond the Limits of Copper Cabling
Published 16th Feb, 2017
HDMI 4K HDR: Going Beyond the Limits of Copper Cabling
HDMI 2.0a content used to have a problem with long HDMI cables. Not any longer! Avencore has broken the bandwidth barrier to deliver 4K60 & HDR content up to 100 metres.   Read More
Product Launch - Avencore Platinum Series TOSLINK Cables
Published 25th August, 2016
Product Launch - Avencore Platinum Series TOSLINK Cables
Cable Chick is now stocking the Platinum Series TOSLINK Optical Audio range from Avencore!   Read More
Product Launch - Cat6 Colour Range & New Cat6A 500Mhz cables
Published 16th Nov, 2015
Product Launch - Cat6 Colour Range & New Cat6A 500Mhz cables
Colour code your home and office networks with our new rainbow range of Category 6 cables and travel to the future with CAT6A!   Read More
Ultra HD - Cable Chick's Spotlight on 4K
Published 13th May, 2015
Ultra HD - Cable Chick\'s Spotlight on 4K
Learn all about 4K Ultra HD in our easy-to-understand guide. We examine the promises and the pitfalls of this cutting-edge standard, plus a discussion on cabling!   Read More
HDMI Buyers Guide - What HDMI Cable do I need?
Published 10th Feb, 2015
HDMI Buyers Guide - What HDMI Cable do I need?
Having trouble choosing the right HDMI cable? It's easy with Cable Chick's HDMI Buying Guide!   Read More
Choosing the Best TV Wall Mount
Published 30th April, 2014
Choosing the Best TV Wall Mount
With this handy guide, you'll be able to find the perfect wall mounting bracket for your TV, ensuring full compatibility while keeping all the features you need.   Read More
Which Headphones Are Right For Me?
Published 12th Dec, 2013
Which Headphones Are Right For Me?
Choosing the perfect pair of cans shouldn't be difficult, and after reading our guide, you'll know exactly how to find the right set to suit your needs and budget!   Read More
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