Connecting Your Dcx Set-Top; Video Connection Options - Motorola DCX3400 User Manual

4 CONNECTING YOUR DCX SET-TOP

Instructions and diagrams are included for the following connections:
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High-Definition Television (HDTV)
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A/V receiver — Audio
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Standard-Definition TV (SDTV)
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Standard-Definition TV (SDTV) and VCR/DVD Recorder
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A/V receiver, Standard-Definition TV (SDTV), and VCR/DVD Recorder
Before you move or change components on your entertainment system, review the
following:
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For basic cable connections, use 75-ohm coaxial cables equipped with F-type
connectors.
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Disconnect power from your equipment before connecting or changing cable
connections.
For information on connecting to an HDTV, see
CAUTION!
Do not place anything on top of your DCX set-top, especially other home
entertainment components. Be sure to provide adequate ventilation to prevent
overheating.

Video Connection Options

The DCX set-top offers several different video connection options. Component video,
HDMI, and IEEE-1394 allow you to view both High-Definition and Standard-Definition TV
programming. Composite video, S-Video, and RF coaxial connections allow you to view
only Standard-Definition TV programming. HD programming will be down-converted to
SD format for SD outputs.
To determine whether your TV features component video, HDMI, IEEE-1394, S-Video, or
composite video, check the manual supplied with your TV.
Use the guidelines below to determine the best video connection for your home
entertainment system.
Note: Only (1) video connection to the TV is required. HD video can only be viewed with
HDMI, IEEE-1394, or component video connections.
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HDMI or IEEE-1394 — HDTV and SDTV
HDMI and IEEE-1394 offer higher quality HD video than component video.
If your TV has an HDMI input, this is for both audio and video. Connect a Standard
HDMI cable to the TV and to the HDMI connector on your DCX set-top.
Video Connection
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Options.