The following chart ranks the audio and video resolution for each setup option, assuming that the resolution is not compromised by your Internet connection:
Video
Composite
Component
HDMI
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Audio
Stereo
Optical
HDMI
***
****
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NOTE: Even if you use a
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Viewing HD video
To view HD video you must:
•Connect your player to an HDTV using an HDMI or component video cable. See the next section “Video connections” for details.
•Connect your player to a broadband network with sufficient bandwidth to receive HD streams (4.0 Mbps or greater). See “Connecting your player to your home network” for details.
•Select the HDTV option in Display Type Settings. See “Changing your display setting” for details.
•Choose a video that is available in HD format. Some channels do not offer HD content, and even if the channel offers HD content, a particular video may not be available in HD.
Chapter 2