Let’s get started This easy-to-follow guide will show you how to quickly connect your cable box to your TV. Complete every step before moving to the next. Start by selecting your cable box below: Samsung cable box With an HD TV With a non-HD TV Scientific Atlanta cable box With an HD TV...
Available at Optimum stores HDMI cable If you’re connecting a modem and cable box, use Optimum-provided equipment to ensure the best quality. The items below are available at any Optimum store, free of charge. Coaxial cable (may be black or white)
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Plug in your TV and turn it on. Using your TV’s remote (not the Optimum remote), on screen select the input port you chose in Step 2 by Note: If your cable outlet is already in use, see page 14 on how to use a cable splitter.
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Plug in your TV and turn it on. Using your TV’s remote (not the Optimum remote), tune to channel 3 or 4 on your TV to get a signal. Note: If your cable outlet is already in use, see page 14 on how to use a cable splitter.
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Manually tighten all connections. an electrical outlet. Plug in your TV and turn it on. Using your TV’s remote (not the Optimum remote), on screen select the input port you chose in Step 3 by pressing the input, source or TV/video button.
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Manually tighten all connections. an electrical outlet. Plug in your TV and turn it on. Using your TV’s remote (not the Optimum remote), tune to channel 3 or 4 on your TV to get a signal. Cable outlet...
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When the cable box displays the time, the reboot is complete. If you’re replacing an existing cable box Example Return your old cable box and power cord to any Optimum store or get a shipping label to send them back at optimum.net/returns. Coaxial cable*...