Chapter 1: Connections and Setup
Things to consider before you connect
Protect components from overheating
•Don’t block ventilation holes on any of the components. Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely.
•Don’t stack components.
•When you place components in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation.
•If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier, place it on the top shelf.
Position cables properly to avoid audio interference
•Insert each cable firmly into the designated jack.
•If you place components above the TV, route all cables down the side of the back of the TV instead of straight down the middle of the back of the TV.
•If your antenna uses
Connection Pictures
Audio/video cables are usually bundled together. For better visibility, the connection pictures in this book show each cable separately (audio left, audio right, and video). Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only.
CAUTION: You must turn off the Digital Media Recorder before you move it. Moving the unit while it is powered on could damage the hard disk drive.
VIDEO CD
Some discs may not be compatible due to laser pickup and disc design.
Types of discs your DVD player can play
•DVD discs – contain picture and sound
•CDs
•Video CD (VCD) and Super Video CD
Unpack the Box
Your Digital Media Recorder came with the following items:
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DVD / VIDEO / CD / MP3 PLAYER HARD DISC DRIVE RECORDER DRS 7000
Digital Media Recorder
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Power cord (part number 218104)
2 Way Splitter (part number VH47)
You must connect the 2 Way Splitter in order to watch one program while you record another one to the Digital Media Recorder’s hard disk drive.
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