14RQT8365STEP 1 ConnectionThis section includes diagrams of six common methods of connection (A–F, pages 14–16). Please connect using the one that best suits you.≥Visit Panasonic’s homepage for more information about connection methods. (This is in English only.)http://www.panasonic.com/consumer_electronics/dvd_recorder/dvd_connection.asp≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.When using a cable service or satellite service.≥You need to subscribe to a cable TV or satellite service to enjoy viewing their programming.≥Consult your service provider regarding an appropriate cable box or satellite receiver.∫ RF OUT terminalThe picture and sound signal from this unit does not go through theRF OUT terminal to the television.Make sure you connect one of the following terminals on this unit tothe television: the AUDIO/VIDEO OUT terminal, the S VIDEO OUTterminal, the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal or HDMI AV OUTterminal.≥Refer to page 18 if the antenna connectors don’t match.∫ .When the unit is not to be used for a long timeTo save power, unplug it from the household AC outlet. This unitconsumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off(approx. 13.5 W).The connection will allow the video cassette recorder to be used for playback and recording when this unit is turned off.Note that the program listings are not downloaded while theunit is unplugged.Connect the unit directly to the television(Connection B, D, F)If you connect the unit through an AV selector or video cassetterecorder to the television, video signals will be affected bycopyright protection systems and the picture may not be showncorrectly.TelevisionVCRThis unitA Connection with a televisionB Connection with a television and a video cassette recorderVHF/UHFRF INAUDIO INR L VIDEO INCOMPONENTVIDEO OUTP RYPBIN1AV OUTIN3S VIDEOVIDEOR-AUDIO-L DIGITAL AUDIO OUT(PCM/BITSTREAM)G-LINKOPTICALVIDEOR-AUDIO-L S VIDEORFOUTRFINVHF/UHFAC INOUT2OUT1421 3RF OUTCable from thewall or antennasignalTelevisionThis unitAudio/Video cable (included)75 ≠ coaxial cable(included)AC power supply cord (included)Connect only after all other connections are complete.To a household ACoutlet(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)≥If your television does not haveAUDIO/VIDEO terminals(➡ 17, a).≥If you would like to enjoy higherpicture quality. (➡ 18, 19)75 ≠ coaxialcableRed White YellowRed White YellowCOMPONENTVIDEO OUTPRYPBIN1AV OUTIN3S VIDEOVIDEOR-AUDIO-L DIGITAL AUDIO OUT(PCM/BITSTREAM)G-LINKOPTICALVIDEOR-AUDIO-L S VIDEORFOUTRFINVHF/UHFAC INOUT2OUT1VHF/UHFRF INAUDIO INR L VIDEO INVHF/UHFRF INVHF/UHFRF OUTAUDIORAUDIOLVIDEOOUTOUTAUDIORAUDIOLVIDEOININ624 315INOUTRF OUTVideo cassette recorderAC power supply cord(included)Connect only after all otherconnections are complete.To a householdAC outlet(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)Cable from thewall or antennasignalAudio/Video cable (included)Audio/Videocable75 ≠ coaxialcable(included)75 ≠ coaxialcable75 ≠ coaxial cable≥If your television does not haveAUDIO/VIDEO terminals(➡ 17, b).≥If you would like to enjoy higherpicture quality. (➡ 18, 19)TelevisionThis unitYellowWhiteRedRed White YellowRed White YellowRed White Yellow