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Understanding video connections
Your LCD TV has four types of standard video connections. You should use the best
connection available to get the best display. For example, if your DVD player supports a
component video connection, connect the DVD player to your LCD TV using component
video instead of composite video or S-Video.
Warning To prevent electrical shock, unplug your LCD TV before connecting
any external components. To restart your LCD TV, see “Turning on
the power” on page 10.
Connection Quality Cable and Connector Description
Basic Coaxial (RF). The video and audio signals are
both carried in one cable (the other three
connection types only handle video, and
require separate connections for sound).
Coaxial is the only way to connect an antenna
to your LCD TV.
Good Composite. The video signal is carried through
a single “pin.” This connection method is the
one that is most commonly found on devices.
Better S-Video. The video signal is split into two
signals, black-and-white and color. Text
displayed on-screen through this connection
will be noticeably sharper than composite or
coaxial (RF).
Best Component. The video signal is split into three
signals, two color, and one black-and-white.
Use component video to take advantage of the
superior picture provided by signal sources as
HDTV and DVD.