Dynex DX-42E250A12 - Manual (Page 11)

Making connections
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DX-42E250A12
Making connections
What connection should I use?
Your TV has several connection types for connecting devices to your TV.
For the best video quality, you should connect a device to the best
available connection.
Use the following tables to identify cables:
You can use an HDMI jack to connect a DVI device to your TV. You need
to attach an HDMI-to-DVI adapter to the end of the HDMI cable that
connects to the DVI device.
Connecting power
To connect the power:
• Connect the AC power cord to the AC connector on the back of
your TV, then plug the other end into a power outlet.
Connection type
and jack
Video quality Cable connector
HDMI
video/audio
Best (use this
if your devices
have HDMI)
Component
video (requires
an audio
connection)
Better than
S-Video,
composite, or
coaxial
Composite video
(requires an
audio
connection)
Better than
coaxial
Coaxial
video/audio
Good
Connection type
and jack
Cable connectors
Digital coaxial
audio
Analog audio
Cautions
• Check the jacks for position and type before
making any connections.
• Loose connections can result in image or color
problems. Make sure that all connections are
tight and secure.
• The external audio/video equipment shown
may be different from your equipment. If you
have questions, refer to the documentation that
came with your equipment.
• Always unplug the power cord when
connecting external equipment.
Notes
• Your TV should only be operated from the
power source indicated on the label.
• Always unplug the AC power cord from the
power outlet when you will not be using your
TV for an extended period of time.
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