Connecting Equipment; Which Video Connection Should I Use - Vizio M550NV User Manual

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Chapter 6 Connecting Equipment
Which Video Connection Should I Use?
You have six options for connecting your video equipment box to your HDTV from a basic connection to
the most advanced for digital displays. Based on your Home Theater configuration, you can decide which
option is the right one for you.
HDMI delivers the best image quality of any of the cable types available
Best and it's all done over one cable. You get a great picture and cut down on
(digital) your cable clutter. HDMI provides digital quality and amazing sound so if
your TV has HDMI, this is the connection type you should be using.
Best
(digital)
Connect your antenna or coaxial cable to watch TV programming. This
cable usually comes from your Cable box or right out of the wall.
Good
(analog)
Best The RGB (VGA) port allows you to connect your computer so you can
(analog) use the TV as your monitor.
Component consists of three cables for transmitting video and two
Y cables for transmitting audio: one red and one white. Component video
Better _ _ provides a sharper image than Composite video and should be used
(analog) "_pb "JL instead of Composite when possible. However, because it is still an
_@ analog connection, it won't provide the high-quality video and audio that
Pr R HDMI can produce.
...... Composite consists of one yellow cable for transmitting video and two
Good cables for transmitting audio: one red and one white. It is capable of
L transmitting stereo sound and standard definition video (480i). While it
(analog) provides a good image, it has lower image quality than HDMI or
R Component. So try to use one of those connections first.
Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VlZIO certified HDMI cable. This cable is available in 6, 8,
and 12 foot lengths. Visit www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VlZlOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details.
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