Making connections | 7 |
Making connections
What connection should I use?
Your TV has several connection types for connecting devices to your TV. For the best video quality, you should connect a device to the best available connection.
Use the following tables to identify cables:
Connection | Video | Cable connector | |
type and jack | quality | ||
| |||
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HDMI | Best (use this | |
video/audio | ||
if your devices | ||
| ||
| have HDMI) |
| Red | |
Component | Green | |
video (requires | Better than | |
an audio | ||
composite, or | ||
connection) | ||
coaxial | ||
| ||
| Blue | |
|
| |
Compositevideo | Yellow | |
(requires an | ||
Better than | ||
audio | ||
connection) | coaxial |
Connection
Cable connectorstype and jack
Red
Analog audioWhite
VGA (computer) video and audio
You can use an HDMI jack to connect a DVI device to your TV. You need to attach an
•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 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.
Connecting power
To connect the power:• Plug the AC power cord into a power outlet.
Connection
Cable connectors
type and jack
Digital outputAudio outNotes
•Your TV should only be operated from the power source indicated on the label.
•Always unplug the AC power cord from the power outlet when you will not be using your TV for an extended period of time.
•The AC power cord is permanently attached to the back of your TV. Do not try to pull it out.