1Connect the external sound system to the TV:

■For a digital connection, connect an optical audio cable to the Audio Output Digital (Optical) connector on the rear of the TV and to the external sound system, such as a digital receiver or a surround sound system.

■For an analog connection, connect an audio cable to the Audio Out L and R connectors on the rear of the TV and to the external sound system, such as an analog amplifier or stereo system.

2Connect power to the TV; see “Connecting power to the TV” on page 18.

3Turn on the TV; see “Turning the TV On and Off” on page 19.

4Connect power to, and turn on, the external sound system.

5Define the digital audio format in the onscreen display Audio menu Digital Audio option; see “Choosing the digital audio output mode” on page 32.

6If desired, you can turn off the TV speakers by using the onscreen display Audio menu Speakers option; see “Using the Audio Menu” on page 32.

Connecting power to the TV

1Connect the AC power cord to the connector on the rear of the TV.

2Connect the AC power cord into the AC power outlet.

3Insert the cable clamp from the box into the square hole on the rear of the TV.

4Route the cables through the cable clamp.

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