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Connection to a TV
Caution:
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Switch off the power to all equipment before
making connections.
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Read the instructions of each component you
intend to use with this unit.
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Be sure to insert each plug securely. To prevent
hum and noise, avoid bundling the signal
interconnection cables together with the AC power
cord or speaker cables.
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Adjust the video aspect ratio to match that of the
television.
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This unit adopts analog copy protection features. If
the unit is connected to a TV through a VCR (video
cassette recorder), the resulting playback may be
affected. Connect the unit directly to the television.
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In all cases, use the highest quality cables for the
best possible picture.
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Select proper setting in the VIDEO OUTPUT setup.
HDMI video/audio output terminal
Use a HDMI cable to connect the unit to a HDMI com-
patible television or monitor.
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If the television or monitor is equipped only with a
DVI terminal, a suitable adaptor cable or adaptors
should be used. Note that the television connected
in this way must be HDCP compatible. Also note
that this connection outputs no sound.
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Make sure that you read and understand the
documentation provided with the HDMI component.
HDMI video output formats
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480p(60Hz)
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720p(50Hz) or 720p(60Hz)
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1080i(50Hz) or 1080i(60Hz)
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1080p(50Hz) or 1080p(60Hz)
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576p(50Hz)
To output audio from the HDMI terminal
If the connected HDMI component is capable of input-
ting HDMI audio, digital audio can be output from the
HDMI terminal.
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Select “ALL” or “PCM only” in the DIGITAL AUDIO
SETUP.
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To enjoy the digital surround audio from DVD-Video
discs, connect the HDMI terminal to a surround
amplifier and set the DIGITAL AUDIO SETUP to
“ALL”.
Component video output terminals
Use component video cables to connect the unit to the
component video inputs of a suitably equipped televi-
sion or monitor to enjoy a high-quality picture. Use these
terminals in preference to composite video connections.
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If the component video terminals are connected to
a television with progressive scan capabilities, the
output can be set to match this.
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Note that these terminals cannot be connected to
high definition component terminals.
Composite video output terminal
Use a RCA (pin) video cable to connect the unit to the
composite video connector of a television or monitor.
Use this connection only if no other video connection
method is available.
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B
C
