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Making connections
What connection should I use?
Your TV/DVD combo has several connection types for connecting devices to your TV/DVD combo.
For the best video quality, you should connect a device to the best available connection.
Use the following tables to identify cables:
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Component video(requires
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connection) | composite, |
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connection) | composite or |
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Connection
Cable connectors
type and jack
Digital optical audio (SPDIF)
Red
White
Analog audio
VGA
(computer)
video and
audio
You can use the HDMI1 jack to connect a DVI device to your TV/DVD combo. You need to attach an
Cautions
Composite video(requires an audio
Yellow
• Check the jacks for position and type before |
making any connections. |
• Loose connections can result in image or color |
problems. Make sure that all connections are |
tight and secure. |
• The external audio/video equipment shown |
connection) Better than coaxial
Coaxial
video/audio
Good
may be different from your equipment. If you |
have questions, refer to the documentation that |
came with your equipment. |
• Always unplug the power cord when |
connecting external equipment. |