Connecting external devices
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HDMI connection |
| a DVD can also be played via the compatible HDMI | ||
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| • | When connecting a DVI/HDMI cable to the HDMI terminal, the |
Example of connectable devices |
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The HDMI connections permit digital video and audio |
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transmission via a connection cable from a player/ |
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| “INPUT” menu, and then press ?. | ||
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| 2 Go to “HOME” > “TV Menu” > “Setup” > | |
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| “Option” > “Terminal setting” > “Audio select” |
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| DVI/HDMI cable |
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| “Option” > “Terminal setting” > “Audio select” |
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| • | If a connected HDMI device is AQUOS LINK |
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| • | Video noise may occur depending on the type of HDMI cable |
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| • | When playing the HDMI image, the best possible format for |
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Supported video signal
576i, 576p, 480i, 480p, 1080i, 720p, 1080p, 2160p. See page 71 for PC signal compatibility.
3.5 mm stereo minijack cable (commercially available)
DVI/HDMI cable (commercially available)
NOTE
•When connecting 4K (3,840 x 2,160 (Ultra HD) 30Hz, 25Hz, 24Hz) equipment to the TV, use the HDMI 1,2,3,4 terminal and use HDMI cable of High speed type.
Supported audio signal
Linear PCM, sampling rate 32/44.1/48kHz. Dolby Digital, DTS.
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