How to test an RCA cable

crwdns2936071:01crwdne2936071:0 — The Multimeter

Take a multimeter placed on the setting for the insulation and continuity tests then press "select" to set it in Ohm meter

crwdns2936071:02crwdne2936071:0 — continuity test.

Perform an insulation test between the tip and the sleeve of the cable to do this, position the red cable on the sleeve and the black cable on the tip. The device should normally display OL or "---". If a value is displayed, your cable has a fault. Do this step on all cable end caps

crwdns2936071:03crwdne2936071:0 — RCA Cable Test (Black)

In order to perform the test, now place the ends of the banana cables on the tip plug of the RCA cable. At this time you will see 03.0 Ohm appear on your Ohm meter but you will also hear a beep (photo 1)

crwdns2936071:04crwdne2936071:0 — RCA Cable Test (Red)

do the same steps on the other end of the cable.