beyond Component
I have all the above types of cables on hand (thanks to MonoPrice) just so if I get a new piece of equipment or want to rewire things, I'm ready to go.
I might use the A/V cables for a quick test, if the distance were short (3' was suggested above)
At 10', I would hesitate. Doesn't mean I wouldn't try 'em.
There are several other considerations:
In a jam-packed rack of equipment, using mismatched cables just leads to confusion when trying to debug or rewire things.
So, I find using Component where called for, is just the right thing to do.
Especially since price is not a consideration (see Monoprice , again) -
Also, when you run Component, don't forget the extra pair of RCA leads for audio.
Or a fiber optic cable.
I actually have some nice 5-wire Component sets, which have three for video, and two for audio.
All properly color coded.
And lastly, I have limited hardware to test, but the actual picture quality I can get on my 42" set, is better HDMI than Component, from the same up-converting DVD player.
Just something to think about, when dealing with HD.
Of course, your mileage may vary.
