The Mysteries Of Television Transmission Explained, Busting The NTSC/PAL Myths Part 3

Don’t miss part one and part two of the three part NTSC/PAL blog series. Or learn more about NTSC and PAL in the Chinavasion guide to video formats.

Is there any product I don’t need to really worry if I get the wrong color format?

Not every device is as picky and if you’re trying to attach a reversing camera to your car AV system you’ll be happy to know that it won’t matter if you’re plugging a PAL camera into a NTSC car DVD player or a NTSC camera into a PAL car DVD player your camera will show you what is behind you when you’re reversing.

This is largely because the ‘Camera In’/AV In port the camera is plugged into works as a switch, making sure your camera works every time.

Rear View Cameras don’t pose any problems when it comes to NSTC/PAL.

I want the PAL/NTSC version of something on your site but it’s not listed, can you help?

In most cases we can help you get the components you want in the format you want them to operate them. You will need to order a certain number of the product to get it delivered but it will mean you get the version of the device that you want.

To find out more about how Chinavasion can help you get the gadgets you want in the format you want it in be sure to check out our NTSC PAL FAQ page on ordering things in a different format.

Where can I find out more about video color formats and how they affect my gadgets?

The Chinavasion guide to video formats makes a great starting point for anyone interested in finding out more about how PAL or NTSC works.