Connections
Connecting to optional equipment (Continued)
Connecting an HDMI™ device to the HDMI input
The HDMI[1] input on your unit receives digital audio and uncompressed digital video from an HDMI device or uncompressed digital video from a DVI[2] device.
This input is designed to accept HDCP[3] program material in digital form from
The HDMI input is designed for best performance with high
definition video signals. It will accept and display 480i, 480p, 720p and 1080i signals.
[1]HDMI =
[2]DVI = Digital Visual Interface.
[3]HDCP =
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HDMI cable transfers both video and audio. Separate analog audio cables are not required (see illustration below.)
For proper operation, it is recommended that you use as short an HDMI cable as possible. You should not encounter difficulty if you use an HDMI cable that is shorter than 16.4 ft (5m.)
You must set the HDMI audio input setting to “HDMI” in the AUDIO menu 44 .
Rear of the unit
HDMI cable / type A connector | HDMI device |
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(not supplied) |
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Connecting a DVI device to the HDMI input
An
Separate analog audio cables are required (see illustration below.)
For proper operation, the length of an
You must set the HDMI audio input setting to “DVI” in the AUDIO menu 44 .
Rear of the unit
DVI device
Audio cable (not supplied)
Notes:
•NEVER CONNECT THIS TV TO A PERSONAL COMPUTER (PC.) This TV is not intended for use with a PC.
•To ensure that the HDMI or DVI device is reset properly, please follow these procedures:
•When turning on your electronic components, turn on the TV first, and then the HDMI or DVI device.
•When turning off your electronic components, turn off the HDMI or DVI device first, and then the unit.
•If you connect an HDMI device and analog audio cables and play media with digital audio output, to hear digital audio you must set the HDMI audio input setting to “HDMI” 44 .
HDMI, the HDMI logo, and
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