Connecting a DVD player, VCR, DVR, game console, or camcorder

You can connect optional equipment (sold separately), such as a DVD player, VCR, DVR, and so on to the TV by using the AV input connectors.

Optional equipment, including an external sound system, and all cables are sold separately.

You can connect a DVD by using the following:

■Component video and audio cables connected to the Input 1 or Input 2 connectors on the TV.

■S-video and audio cables connected to the Input 3 connectors on the TV.

■Video (composite) and audio cables connected to the Input 1, 2, or 3 connectors on the TV.

■HDMI cable connected to the Input 4 connector on the TV.

■DVI video cable with a DVI-to-HDMI converter and audio cables connected to the Input 4 (HDMI) and audio connectors on the TV.

You can connect a VCR by using Input 3 with either S-video or composite video connections for playback. To connect a VCR for recording, see “Connecting a VCR for recording” on page 15.

You can connect a game console, camcorder, and some other AV equipment by using Input 3 with either S-video or composite video connections.

You can connect HDMI equipment by using Input 4 with an HDMI connection.

You can connect DVI equipment by using a DVI video cable with a DVI-to-HDMI converter and audio cables connected to the Input 4 (HDMI) and audio connectors on the TV.

Choosing the AV connection to use

When connecting optional equipment as signal sources, the connectors on the equipment may limit the type of connection you can use.

When your optional equipment has more than one type of output connector, choose the connection that provides the best-quality playback image.

For best results, choose the best-quality connection type that is supported by your optional equipment.

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