Connecting Your Cable Or Satellite Box; Using Hdmi (Best) - Vizio VA19L HDTV10T User Manual

Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box

You have four options for connecting your cable or satellite box to your HDTV: HDMI, Component,
Composite, or Coax (RF). Based on your home theater configuration, you can decide which option is the
right one for you. Refer to your set-top box user manual for more information about the video output
requirements or consult your cable or satellite operator.

Using HDMI (Best)

Cable and satellite boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDMI input on
your HDTV for optimal results.
1. Turn off your HDTV and set-top box.
2. Connect the HDMI cable from the from the HDMI OUT jack on your set-top box to an
available HDMI jack on the back or side of your HDTV.
3. Turn on your HDTV and set-top box.
4. Press HDMI repeatedly on the remote control to view the content. You can also press
INPUT on the remote control.
NOTE:
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Version 9/12/2008
If HDMI1 is being used, connect to the HDMI2 port instead.
The HDMI input on the TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection
(HDCP). HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the
digital display for added security and protection.
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NOTE: To maintain the display quality, use a
VIZIO certified HDMI cable. Length is available
up to up to 32.8 feet (10 meters). See
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