Making connections 7DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12Making connectionsWhat 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 bestavailable connection.Use the following tables to identify cables:You can use an HDMI jack to connect a DVI device to your TV. You needto attach an HDMI-to-DVI adapter to the end of the HDMI cable thatconnects to the DVI device.Connectiontype and jackVideoquality Cable connectorHDMIvideo/audio Best (use thisif your deviceshave HDMI)Componentvideo (requiresan audioconnection)Better thancomposite, orcoaxialComposite video(requires anaudioconnection) Better thancoaxialCoaxialvideo/audioGoodConnectiontype and jack Cable connectorsDigital opticalaudio (SPDIF)outputAudio outAnalog audioVGA (computer)video and audioCautions• Check the jacks for position and type beforemaking any connections.• Loose connections can result in image or colorproblems. Make sure that all connections aretight and secure.• The external audio/video equipment shownmay be different from your equipment. If youhave questions, refer to the documentation thatcame with your equipment.• Always unplug the power cord whenconnecting external equipment.