RCA DRC8060N User Manual

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Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only.4Chapter 1: Connections and SetupExplanation of Input Jacks and CablesThis section describes the jacks and cables you can use to make connections. Some cables are supplied with your product or you can purchase other cables by calling1-800-338-0376, order online at www.rca.com, or go to your local electronics store). There are several ways to connect your DVD recorder to your TV depending upon thecables you have and the jacks that are on the back of your TV.Different jacks and cables provide a different level of performance. It’s important to remember, we’re talking about degrees of picture improvement for comparison. If yourTV has HDMI, Component jacks (Y, Pb, Pr), S-VIDEO, and composite video (often color-coded yellow); HDMI or Component (Y, Pb, Pr), would be considered excellent, S-Video would be very good, and the composite video jack (yellow) would be considered good.HDMI™ OUTPUT (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)Provides an uncompressed digital interface that carries both video and audio data to your TV by wayof an integrated mini-plug cable (HDMI cable not supplied). When connected to a compatible highdefinition digital TV, the DVD recorder will convert standard definition signals to higher resolution (highdefinition) signals.Note: If your HDTV set has a DVI input and is HDCP (High Definition Copy Protection) compatible, you canconnect your recorder to the TV using an optional HDMI cable and HDMI/DVI adapter. Remember to connectthe left and right audio cables because the DVI cable carries only the picture signal, not the sound.Component Video (Y, Pb, Pr) Jacks and CablesThe Y, Pb, Pr jacks provide optimum picture quality because the video is separated into three signals (two signalsare dedicated to the color portion of the image, and the other signal is dedicated to the black and white part of theimage).To ensure maximum picture quality, use three video-grade cables (not supplied) for the connection.You can purchasebundled component video cables that are color-coded to match the Y, Pb, Pr jacks (red, green, and blue). ComponentVideo Input jacks are usually found on high-end TVs, such as HDTVs; multimedia monitors; and some of the “flat”LCD and Plasma TVs or monitors.Note: Also, remember to connect the left and right audio cables because the Y, Pb, Pr jacks and cables carryonly the picture signal, not the sound.S-Video Jacks and CablesThe S-Video (separate video) jack provides better picture quality than a composite video jack (sometimes labeledVIDEO and color-coded yellow on TVs) because S-Video keeps the color part of the picture separate from theblack and white part of the picture. If your TV has an S-VIDEO jack, connect the DVD recorder to the TV with anS-Video cable for a better quality picture.One S-Video cable is supplied with your DVD recorder.Note: Remember to connect the left and right audio cables because the S-Video cable carries only the picturesignal, not the sound.Audio/Video Jacks and Cables (RCA-type)VideoThe basic Video jack (usually color-coded yellow) is also referred to as composite video. Composite video doesn’tkeep color information separated (like S-Video), but it’s better than the video quality you get from an RF coaxialcable (the type used to connect a cable signal or off-air antenna).AudioThese jacks are used to send the audio from the disc you’re playing in the DVD recorder to the TV. The audio jacksand cables (supplied) are often color-coded (red for right audio, and white for left audio).You must connect audiocables to the AUDIO L and R jacks on the DVD recorder and the corresponding Audio Input Jacks on the TV nomatter which Video jack you connect (VIDEO; S-VIDEO;Y, Pb, Pr).Note: If your TV has only one input for audio (mono), connect it to the left (white) audio jack on the DVDrecorder and don’t connect the right (red) audio part of the cable.Digital Audio OutputUse a digital optical cable (or SPDIF cable- not supplied) to connect your DVD recorder to a compatible DolbyDigital or PCM receiver or decoder. Dolby Digital offers theatre-quality sound (six audio channels). If you own areceiver that uses an optical cable input, you can use an optical cable to connect the DVD recorder to that receiverfor the best sound quality. Go to the Digital Audio Out screen in the System Options menu to select Dolby Digitalor DTS as the output for this jack.Note: This DVD recorder’s optical digital output jack fully complies with the international standard governingthis type of jack (IEC958), and is designed for connection to a Dolby Digital (AC-3® or PCM) receiver ordecoder. Older equipment, some of which is not fully compliant with IEC958, may not be compatible with theDolby Digital bitstream. Such a connection using anything other than a Dolby Digital (AC-3 or PCM) receiveror decoder could create a high noise level, causing damage to headphones or speakers.YPbPrS-VIDEOVIDEOINPUTLRAUDIOOPTICALDIGITALAUDIO OUTHDMI OUT