Connecting the TV
Overview
Making Video and Audio Connections
To display clear crisp pictures, you must connect your TV correctly and select the correct Wide Mode to display the picture in the correct aspect ratio (see “Using the WIDE Button” on page 41). It is strongly recommended to connect the antenna using a
The signals that enter your TV and connected devices will need to output in the correct format using the suitable connections. Below are different types of video connectors available these days. Your TV comes with all types of connectors with the exception of the DVI connector but your cable box or satellite receiver may be equipped with this type. When connecting your TV, use the inputs that are available on your devices that provide the best video performance, as described below.
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Best Video | Connector type | Separate audio |
Performance | connection required | |
| HDMI | No |
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| DVI (Digital Visual Interface) * |
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| Component video | Yes |
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Y | (480i/480p/720p/1080i) |
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| Composite video |
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| RF/Coaxial | No |
*An adapter is necessary when you are connecting a
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