Panasonic DVD-S54S Operating Instructions Manual page 8

STEP 1 Connection
Enjoying higher quality audio and video (HDMI connection) (
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By connecting to an HDMI compatible high-definition television, video recordings can be converted to, and output as, high-definition video (1080p,1080i).
You can also enjoy surround sound by connecting to an HDMI compatible amplifier with multi-channel output terminals.
With HDMI compatible television
To enjoy digital high-definition video and high
quality audio with a single cable.
• You can enjoy surround sound by connecting
an amplifier with COAXIAL terminal
( page 9).
Television
HDMI IN
HDMI cable
Back of the unit
• Set "VIDEO PRIORITY" to "ON" and "AUDIO
OUT" to "ON" ( page 19, "HDMI" menu).
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Audio will be output in 2 channels when output as PCM. Change "DOLBY DIGITAL" and "DTS" (  page 19, "AUDIO" menu).
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You can also use the S VIDEO and COMPONENT VIDEO terminals.
• To enjoy high-definition video, connect to an HDMI compatible high-definition television and set "VIDEO FORMAT" ( page 17, On-Screen Menu 4).
• For stable operation and preventing deterioration of video quality, please purchase an HDMI cable 5.0 m (16
• It is compatible with the VIERA Link
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With HDMI compatible television
and amplifier
To enjoy digital surround sound in addition to
digital high-definition video.
Television
HDMI IN
HDMI cable
Multi-channel speakers
HDMI OUT
HDMI IN
HDMI cable
Back of the unit
• Set "VIDEO PRIORITY" to "ON" and "AUDIO
OUT" to "ON" ( page 19, "HDMI" menu).
TM "HDAVI Control TM " ( pages 24 to 25).
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With HDMI compatible amplifier
You can still enjoy surround sound when your television is not HDMI
compatible by connecting an HDMI compatible amplifier.
Not used
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Audio/video
cable (included)
Amplifier
Not used
•
2
/
5
Television
VIDEO IN
2
Multi-channel speakers
Amplifier
HDMI cable
2
Back of the unit
Set "AUDIO OUT" to "ON". When you connect to a television
through the COMPONENT VIDEO terminal only, set "VIDEO
PRIORITY" to "OFF", too ( page 19, "HDMI" menu).
feet) or less in length with the HDMI logo.
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HDMI IN