Connecting the DPC-7.4
This chapter explains how to connect the
Before Making Any Connections
•Read the manuals supplied with your AV components.
•Don’t connect the power cord until you’ve completed all audio and video connections.
Optical Digital Inputs
The
RCA/phono AV Connection Color Coding
RCA/phono AV connections are usually color coded: red, white, and yellow. Use red plugs to connect
Right (red) | Analog audio | Right (red) |
Left (white) |
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(Yellow) | Composite video | (Yellow) |
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AV Cables & Connectors
Video
PR / CR | PR / CR |
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| VIDEO | Composite video can be found on virtually all TVs, |
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Optical digital
Coaxial digital
Analog
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