Hookups 9
Determining the best possible connection...
The capabilities of your existing equipment, especially your TV, will determine your connection possibilities. However, the following guidelines describe which options provide the best picture and sound quality.
Component Video provides the best picture quality. Progressive Scan Component Video has the highest quality, but use it only if the TV has Progressive Scan. Details are on page 10.
Composite Video (a yellow Video jack) provides good picture quality. Details are on page 12.
Your TV may have only an
You will need an RF modulator in order to view the DVD Recorder at your TV. Set the RF modulator to channel 3 or 4, then set the TV to the same channel. Ask your dealer for details on RF modulator availability and compatibility.
Digital audio connections provide the clearest sound. Connect one of the DVD Recorder’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks (COAX (coaxial) or OPTICAL) to your Stereo for the best sound quality. Details are on page 14.
If digital connections are not possible, connect the DVD Recorder’s red and white AUDIO OUT jacks to the Audio In jacks of your Stereo or TV. Details are on pages
Before you begin...
●Refer to the manuals of your TV, Stereo, or other equipment as necessary. Note the style of jacks and connectors on the other equipment. Determine how to choose different Audio and Video In channels on your other equipment so you can see and hear the DVD Recorder on the TV, Stereo, etc.
●Disconnect all equipment from the power outlets. Connect the equipment to the power outlets only after you have finished hooking up everything. Never make or change connections with equipment connected to the power outlet.
Remember...
●Connect the DVD Recorder directly to the TV. For example, do not connect the DVD Recorder to a VCR, then connect the VCR to a TV. This type of connection may distort the picture and sound. Also, your VCR might have the copy protection system, which could distort the DVD image.
●Set the TV to the correct Video In channel. Such channels may be called AUX or AUXILIARY IN, AUDIO/VIDEO or A/V IN, EXT1 or EXT2, etc. These channels often are near channel 00. See your TV manual for details. Or, change TV channels until you see the blue Philips DVD screen saver on the TV screen.
●Set the Stereo to the correct channel or “source” mode.
●Do not connect the DVD Recorder’s AUDIO OUT jacks to the PHONO IN jack of your Stereo.
●You only need one audio connection and one video connection between the DVD Recorder and your TV. So, you might not use all the jacks on the Recorder.
Once you determine the best option, find your choice on pages
When you finish your connections and turn on the DVD Recorder for the first time, you must complete the Initial Setup. Initial Setup helps you set up TV channels, menu languages, and other features. Go to page 16 to continue.