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SETUP AND CONNECTIONS
STEP 1: CONNECT YOUR TV TO OTHER
COMPONENTS
During the satellite dish antenna installation, the TV may have been connected with just a
coaxial cable for the system test. Depending on what components you have, another
connection may provide better picture and audio quality. The following sections provide
cable and connection information to help you decide what connection is best for you.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE CONNECTING
COMPONENTS
Protect Your Components from Power Surges
• Connect all components before plugging any power cords into the wall outlet.
• Always turn off the TV and other components before you connect or disconnect any
cables.
Position Cables Correctly to Avoid Audio Hum or
Interference
•Insert all cable plugs firmly into their jacks.
•Place the audio/video cables to the sides of the TV’s back panel instead of straight
down the middle after you connect your components.
•Try not to coil any twin-lead cables; keep them away from the audio/video cables as
much as possible.
•Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the safety sheet
packed with your unit.
Protect Your Components from Overheating
•Do not block ventilation holes in any of the components. Arrange the components so
that air can circulate freely.
•Do not stack components.
• Allow adequate ventilation when placing your components in a stand.
•Place an amplifier on the top shelf of the stand so that heated air rising from it will
not flow around other components.