Motorola Broadband User Manual page 13

Wiring Diagrams
DCT 6416 Series
PRIMARY USE: DVR/HD-DVR
Connecting to an HDTV using HDMI or Component cables – Audio and Video
HDMI Operation Safety
Before connecting or disconnecting any HDMI cable, all equipment must be powered off.
Otherwise, it is possible to overload and damage the cable and/or the equipment.
What kind of connection do I want?
In most cases, component RCA, HDMI and DVI connections provide comparable quality
pictures, and RCA cables can be easier to use. However, if your HDTV is 42" or larger, or capable
of 1080p resolution, you will likely notice a superior picture from HDMI or DVI. Similarly, if
you use the speakers on your HDTV, audio RCA connections will provide comparable sound
quality to SPDIF cables. However, if you are using a stereo tuner with Surround Sound, you
will receive superior audio quality by using a coaxial or optical SPDIF cable.
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