HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS

Most video/audio connections between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables that have phono connectors. For best performance, video cables should use 75-Ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables can be purchased from most stores that sell audio/video products. Below are illustrations and names of common connectors.

Before purchasing any cables, be sure of the output and input connector types required by the various components. Also make sure the cables are the correct length.

300-Ohm Twin Lead Connector

"F" Type 75-Ohm Coaxial

This outdoor antenna cable must be connected to

Antenna Connector

an antenna adaptor (300-Ohm to 75-Ohm).

 

For connecting RF signals

(antenna or cable

TV) to the antenna jack on the

television.

 

 

Phono Connector

S-Video (Super Video) Connector

Used on all standard video and audio cables which This connector is used on

camcorders, VCRs,

 

connect to inputs and outputs located on the

and laser disc players with an S-

Video feature

 

Television's front and rear jack panels.

in place of the standard video

cable to produce

a high-quality picture.

 

TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

•The S-Video connection is provided for high performance laser discs, VCRs, etc., that have this feature. Use this connection in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature.

•If your device has only one audio output, connect it to the left audio jack on the TV.

•Refer to the operating guide of your other electronic equipment for additional