Connections & Setup
Things to Consider Before Connecting Components
Protect Components From Power Surges
•Connect all components before plugging any power cords into the wall outlet.
•Always turn off the TV and other components before you connect or disconnect any cables.
Position Cables to Avoid Audio Hum or Interference
•Insert all cable plugs firmly into their jacks.
•Place any Audio/Video (A/V) cables to the side(s) of the TV’s back panel instead of straight down the back after connecting components.
•Try not to coil any
•Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Safety Tips sheet packed with your unit for detailed information.
Protect Components From Overheating
•Never block ventilation slots in any component. Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely.
•Do not stack components.
•Allow adequate ventilation when placing components in a stand.
•Place an amplifier or satellite receiver on the top shelf of a stand so heated air rising from it will not flow around other components.
Cable Considerations
The RF coaxial cable supplied with your VCR carries both sound and picture information. This is the cable used in all connection diagrams illustrated in this chapter.
If your TV has A/V input jacks, you should use A/V cables (not supplied) to connect the VCR to the TV. A/V cables provide better picture and sound quality than an RF coaxial cable. If you would like to hook up your VCR using A/V cables, refer to the Advanced Connection information on page 58 in the Other Information chapter of the manual.
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