Can I connect HDMI Type-A (Standard) to S-Video?

HDMI Type-A (Standard) and S-Video are not directly compatible. You will need a Active adapter to connect them.

Do I need an adapter for HDMI Type-A (Standard) to S-Video?

Yes, you need a HDMI to S-Video converter to connect HDMI Type-A (Standard) to S-Video.

Yes, there may be some signal degradation when connecting HDMI Type-A (Standard) to S-Video. Quality loss from digital HD to analog SD.

Compatibility check and signal path analysis

These connectors are not directly compatible. An adapter or converter cable is needed.

Recommended: HDMI to S-Video converter

HDMI Type-A (Standard) HDMI

Adapter

S-Video Unknown

Family HDMI

Form Factor Trapezoidal wide

Pin Count 19

Reversible No

Family Legacy Video

Form Factor Circular mini-DIN

Pin Count 4

Reversible No

Signal Degradation

Quality loss from digital HD to analog SD.

Similar to composite but with separated luma/chroma. Same active converter box needed.