Manual

Connections Setup
Things to Consider Before You Connect
Protect Against Power Surges
• Connect all components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet.
• Turn off the TV/VCR and/or component belk)re you connect or disconnect any cables.
• Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. ReR:r to the hnportant
SalE.guards sheet packed with your TV/VCR.
Protect Components from Overheating
• Don't block ventilation holes on any of the components. Arrange lhe components so that
air can circulate freely.
• Don't stack components.
• When you place components in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation.
• If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier, place it on the top shelf so the heated air
from it won't flow around olher components.
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference
• Insert each cable firmly into fl_e designated jack.
• If you place components above the TV/VCR, route all cables down the side of lhe back of
the TV/VCR instead of straight down the middle of the back of the TV/VCR.
• If your antenna uses 300-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil lhe cables. Also, keep the twin
lead cables away from audio/video cables.
Important Stand and Base Safety Information
Choose fl_e location for your TV/VCR carefully. Place fl_e "I_/VCR on a stand or base that is of
adequate size and strength to prevent the TV/VCR fl'om being accidentally tipped over, pushed
off, or pulled off. This could cause personal injui T and/or damage the "lW/VCR. Refer to the
Important Safeguards sheet packed with your TV/VCR.
Use Indirect Light
Don't place fl_e "lW/VCR where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward fl_e screen.
Use soft or indirect lighting.
Connection Pictures
Audio/video cables are usually bundled together. For better visibility, tl_e connection pictures in
this book show each cable separately (audit) left, audio right, and video).
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