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2 TV Connections
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Before You Begin
Auto Input Sensing
The TV’s Auto Input Sensing feature automatically rec- ognizes many connections and prompts you to identify the type of device connected. See page 15 for more on Auto Input Sensing.
Connection Types
Use the connection types available on your input devices that will give the best video quality. For example, choose HDMI over component video; choose component video over composite video.
Picture Quality
For best picture quality, route signals directly from the source device to the TV whenever possible.
Surround Sound
•To use the surround sound capabilities of the TV’s speaker array, you must connect the digital sur- round sound source to the TV on either
•For best surround sound audio quality from an external sound system, route
IMPORTANT
Accessory items such as cables, adapters, splitters, or combiners required for TV connections are not supplied with the TV. These items are available at most electronics stores.
Connection Types and Audio/Video Quality
VIDEO QUALITY
BESTGOOD
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AUDIO QUALITY
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