RQT81528 Getting startedSTEP 1 Connection• You need to subscribe to a cable TV service to enjoy viewing their programming.• Consult your service provider regarding appropriate cable TV box.The connection will allow the video cassette recorder to be used for playback when this unit is turned off. For optimum operation, it isrecommended that this unit be connected as shown below.Connection with a cable TV box/satellite receiverRFINVIDEOAUDIOR L S-VIDEOOUTRFINVHF/UHFRF INAUDIO INR L VIDEOIN123465indicates included accessories.indicates accessories not included.To householdAC outlet(AC 120V, 60 Hz)TelevisionRed White YellowAudio/Video cableAudio/Videocable75 Ω coaxialcableCable from wallor antenna signalRed White YellowRed White YellowRed White YellowCable TV box/satellite receiverAC power supply cordConnect only after all otherconnections are complete. n Should I use the AUDIO/VIDEO OUT terminalor the RF OUT terminal?If your cable TV box has both AUDIO/VIDEO OUT terminals andRF OUT terminals, we recommend connecting the AUDIO/VIDEO OUT terminal with the unit’s IN1 terminal. Using thisconnection provides better picture quality.• The S VIDEO terminal achieves a more vivid picture than theVIDEO terminal.This unit75 Ω coaxialcableIf your television does not haveAUDIO/VIDEO terminals, an RFmodulator is necessary. Consult yourlocal dealer for more information.75 Ω coaxialcableCooling fanSplitterTo IN 1To enjoy higher picture qualityConnecting to the S VIDEO IN terminalRFINAUDIO INR L VIDEOINCOMPONENTVIDEO IN S VIDEOINAudio/Video cable S Video cableThis unitS VIDEO OUT terminalConnect to S VIDEO IN terminal on the television through anS Video cable.The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture thanthe VIDEO OUT terminal. (Actual results depend on thetelevision.)Red White YellowRed White YellowTelevisionConnecting to the COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminalRFINAUDIO INR L VIDEOINCOMPONENTVIDEO IN S VIDEOIN TelevisionRed White YellowAudio/Video cableRed White YellowComponentVideocableThis unitCOMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminalConnect to COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals on the televisionthrough a component video cable. These terminals can be usedfor either interlace or progressive output (Ô page 36) and providea purer picture than the S VIDEO OUT terminal.• Connect to terminals of the same color.