🎮📷 Sony VMC‑MD3 Cable Family
 
(USB 2.0 • Multi‑Terminal Type 3 • Cyber‑shot Compatible • USB‑only & USB+AV Variants)

The VMC‑MD3 family of cables connects select Sony Cyber‑shot cameras to a computer for USB data transfer and, in some models, to a TV for composite A/V playback. Both versions share the same Sony Multi‑Terminal Type 3 plug on the camera side, but differ in their host‑side breakouts.
 
🔧 Cable Forms
🟦 VMC‑MD3 (USB‑only)
USB Type‑A male ↔ Sony Multi‑Terminal Type 3 plug
Data transfer and charging (on supported models)
Typical length: 6ft
Used for PC/Mac connectivity and battery charging via USB
🟦 VMC‑MD3 (USB+AV Combo)
USB Type‑A male + RCA plugs (yellow video, white audio) ↔ Sony Multi‑Terminal Type 3 plug
Data + composite A/V output
Typical length: 6ft
Enables TV playback of photos and videos in addition to PC transfer
 
🖥️ Compatible Devices
🟦 Sony Cyber‑shot DSC Series
DSC‑H70, H90, HX7, HX7V, HX9, HX9V, HX100, HX100V
DSC‑T99, T110, TX5, TX7, TX10, TX20, TX55, TX66, TX100, TX100V
DSC‑W320, W330, W350, W360, W380, W390, W560, W570, W580
DSC‑WX5, WX7, WX9, WX10, WX30
✅ All of these models feature the Multi‑Terminal Type 3 port.
Models with USB‑only support use the standard VMC‑MD3.
Models with TV output support require the VMC‑MD3 Combo for RCA playback.
 
✅ Common Uses
🔌 Transferring photos and videos to PC/Mac
🔋 Charging supported Cyber‑shot models via USB
📺 Playing back slideshows and videos on a TV (Combo version only)
🧩 Replacing lost or damaged OEM Sony cables
🧵 Essential entry in the Sony Multi‑Terminal ecosystem
 
🧠 Signal Format
⚡ USB 2.0, 480 Mbps max (both versions)
🔋 Charging support on select Cyber‑shot models (USB‑only version)
🎞️ Composite video (RCA yellow) + mono audio (RCA white) (Combo version only)
🔌 Connector: Sony Multi‑Terminal Type 3 → USB‑A (and RCA, if Combo)
🔁 Not interchangeable with Mini‑USB, Micro‑USB, or HDMI
 
⚠️ Things to Watch Out For
📉 Must match Multi‑Terminal Type 3 port — not compatible with earlier Sony Multi‑AV or later Micro‑USB/USB‑C
🔌 Connector is Sony‑specific — avoid confusing with HDMI or UC‑E12‑style plugs
🧯 Always confirm whether your camera supports A/V output before using Combo
 
🛠️ Quick Tips for Beginners
🧭 Look for “MULTI” or “A/V OUT” label on your Cyber‑shot camera
🔌 Confirm connector: VMC‑MD3 Multi‑Terminal Type 3, not Mini‑USB
🧪 If transfer fails, reseat cable and check Sony PlayMemories software
🧯 Label clearly to avoid mix‑ups with VMC‑MD2 or VMC‑UAM2