FAQ
TL;DR: To hook a Pegasus to many Samsung TVs, use the 3‑RCA lead (yellow video + red/white audio). “You connect red and white… plug the yellow one.” [Elektroda, sunrise84, post #19164411]
Why it matters: This FAQ shows the exact adapters/inputs and fixes common no‑signal issues for Samsung models named in the thread.
Quick Facts
- UE50MU6102K accepts AV via the shared Y/AV inputs labeled Y, R, L. Use the TV’s AV IN. [Elektroda, spinacz, post #16913902]
- Some Samsungs expose AV through a green 3.5 mm mini‑jack; you need the matching Samsung AV adapter. [Elektroda, sunrise84, post #19163697]
- If your TV lacks COMPONENT/AV IN (e.g., QE65Q6FNAT), a direct Pegasus connection isn’t possible. [Elektroda, sunrise84, post #19655980]
- Set wiring: yellow = composite video; red/white = stereo audio; match colors 1:1 to the adapter. [Elektroda, sunrise84, post #19164411]
- Satellite/cable “decoder” rear RCAs shown in the thread are outputs, not inputs; pass‑through won’t work. [Elektroda, sunrise84, post #19655980]
How do I connect a Pegasus to Samsung UE50MU6102K?
Use the console’s 3‑RCA cable. On the TV, plug into AV IN: yellow to Y/Video, red to R‑audio, white to L‑audio. Select the AV/Component source in the TV menu. If image is black‑and‑white, confirm you used Y/AV, not Pb/Pr. [Elektroda, spinacz, post #16913902]
Will a simple “chinch/RCA” cable be enough?
Yes. Pegasus outputs composite video (yellow) and stereo audio (red/white) over a 3‑RCA lead. Match colors to the TV’s AV adapter or RCA jacks. “You connect red and white… plug the yellow one.” [Elektroda, sunrise84, post #19164411]
My Samsung only has a green 3.5 mm AV jack—what cable do I need?
You need the Samsung 3.5 mm AV breakout adapter (green jack) that terminates in RCA sockets. Then connect the Pegasus yellow/red/white to the matching RCA colors. Select AV on the TV. [Elektroda, sunrise84, post #19163697]
Does the UE37D5500RW support Pegasus over AV?
Yes, via the green mini‑jack AV input with the correct double mini‑jack/AV adapter. Then connect yellow to yellow/green, red and white to audio. Choose the AV source. [Elektroda, sunrise84, post #19163697]
My decoder has RCA jacks—can I run Pegasus through it to HDMI?
No. The decoder ports shown are outputs, not inputs, so they cannot ingest Pegasus video. Use the TV’s AV input instead. If the TV lacks AV, a decoder pass‑through still won’t work. [Elektroda, sunrise84, post #19655980]
What if my Samsung (e.g., QE65Q6FNAT) has no COMPONENT/AV IN at all?
Direct connection isn’t possible on that model. The TV’s manual notes AV/component connection only for models with COMPONENT IN/AV IN. An external solution is required if AV is missing. [Elektroda, sunrise84, post #19655980]
What do the yellow, red, and white plugs actually carry?
Yellow is composite video. Red and white are right and left audio. Always match color to color on the TV’s AV adapter or inputs to avoid no‑color or no‑sound issues. [Elektroda, sunrise84, post #19164411]
I found a cable in the attic—how do I know it’s the right AV adapter?
If it ends in a green 3.5 mm plug labeled AV and breaks out to three RCA jacks, it’s the correct style for Samsungs with mini‑jack AV. Users confirmed success with such a cable. [Elektroda, zombek301, post #19165296]
Can I use the USB ports on my decoder to connect the Pegasus?
No. The decoder in the photos has two USB ports, but those are for media/storage, not analog AV capture. They will not accept composite input from the console. [Elektroda, muszkin87, post #19655971]
Why is my picture black‑and‑white or unstable after wiring correctly?
You may have plugged yellow into Pb/Pr by mistake. Use the Y/Video‑marked jack that shares composite. Also reseat the adapter fully; loose TRRS plugs cause no‑color video. “Make sure you combine the same color connectors together.” [Elektroda, sunrise84, post #19655980]
What is composite video and why does Pegasus use it?
Composite video is a single‑wire analog format (yellow RCA) that carries 480i‑class picture with color encoded in one signal. Pegasus clones output this for simple TV compatibility through the 3‑RCA lead. [Elektroda, sunrise84, post #19164411]
Quick 3‑step: how do I get a signal on a mini‑jack‑only Samsung?
- Plug the Samsung AV adapter into the TV’s green AV jack.
- Connect Pegasus yellow/red/white to yellow/red/white on the adapter.
- On TV, select AV/Component, then start the console.
“Yellow cable to the socket where you have yellow/green.” [Elektroda, sunrise84, post #19163552]
Can an old Pegasus IQ502 work on modern Samsungs?
Yes, if the TV exposes AV/Component via the included adapter. After correct wiring, users reported success and normal operation. If nothing shows, recheck source selection and color‑matched connections. [Elektroda, marektoshiba, post #19879897]
Is there a documented resolution limit for the Samsung AV input?
The Samsung manual excerpt notes component connections support up to 1080p on models that have COMPONENT/AV. Composite from Pegasus remains standard‑definition within that path. [Elektroda, sunrise84, post #19655980]
What is an RCA (aka “chinch”) connector?
RCA is a round, color‑coded plug system for analog signals. Yellow carries composite video; red and white carry right/left audio. Pegasus uses an RCA triple‑lead for simple TV hookup. [Elektroda, sunrise84, post #19164411]
