S-Video (Separate Video, Y/C) separates luminance and chrominance onto two signal paths, eliminating the chroma dot-crawl artifact of composite video. 4-pin Mini-DIN connector. Used on VCRs, game consoles, and capture cards.
| Pin | Name | Function | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Y Ground | Ground for luminance signal | GND |
| 2 | C Ground | Ground for chrominance signal | GND |
| 3 | Y | Luminance signal plus sync, 1Vpp | ADC |
| 4 | C | Chrominance signal (burst modulated) | ADC |