Sony STR-DA1800ES Operating Instructions Manual page 32

Connecting a satellite tuner, cable TV tuner
Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
Satellite tuner, Cable TV tuner with HDMI jack
B
Audio
signals
Satellite tuner, cable TV tuner without HDMI jack
A HDMI cable (not supplied)
Sony recommends that you use an HDMI-
authorized cable or Sony HDMI cable.
B Optical digital cord (not supplied)
C Audio cord (not supplied)
D Video cord (not supplied)
E Component video cord (not supplied)
It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect cords according to the jacks of your equipment.
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Audio/video
signals
A
C D
or
E
Video
signals
or
Recommended connection
Alternative connection