No, a SCART lead is not needed if using an HDMI lead. HDMI provides a better quality connection for audio and video compared to SCART. You can simply use the HDMI lead for your connection needs.
The term SCART refers to the video/audio television connector.
A scart lead in New York can run you around $13 dollars but it depends on the extras you need. Some people prefer having it installed by a professional and therefore costs them more.
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A scart connector is a European standard for video, audio and control communication between domestic television equipment. It is used only for standard definition video but supports composite, S-video and component signal formats. It also carries stereo audio and a limited number of control lines. The connection is often bi-directional to allow an output of a television to be routed to a video recorder as well as from the recorder to the television. The scart connection is being replaced by HDMI in new equipment so the days of the 21 pin scart connector are numbered. The signals are compatible with those on phono (RCA) connectors so equipment that does not have a scart connector can still be linked using a scart to phono break out lead.
One can buy a Scart adapter from the local store and online stores such as the following; multi scart adapter on amazon, Tesco scart adapter with switcher on Tesco, and delupe.
Shops that sell housewares or electrical equipment usually sell scart connectors. Some supermarkets sell scart connectors as well. Scart connectors can be bought online in websites such as Amazon or Ebay.
for a high definition signal on a playstation 3 you need a hdmi cable using a simple scart lead will only give you standard deffinition if you are looking to buy a hdmi cable the cheapest ones are on eBay
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HDMI is not the same as SCART. HDMI is digital interface while SCART is analogue.
It means "as the lead"