Connections and Setup6 Chapter 1Get the PictureThe first part of connecting your TV is to get the picture, also knownas the signal. The back panel of your TV allows you to receive analogand/or digital channels by using the ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT. See thegraphic to the left for the location of the jack.ANTENNA/CABLEINPUTCoaxial cableOutdoor or IndoorantennaorGetting ChannelsWhat You Need• Antenna ("rabbit ears") or outdoor antenna with coaxial cableOR• Coaxial cable with cable serviceA. Do you have an indoor or outdoor antenna? If not, go to step B. Ifso, plug the antenna or coaxial cable from the wall outlet into theANTENNA/CABLE INPUT to receive free off-air local digital andanalog channels.B. Do you have cable? If so, plug the coaxial cable from the walloutlet into the ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT to receive your cablechannels.C. Do you have a set-top box? If so, you need to call your cablecompany or satellite service provider. They may use special cablesto allow you to view digital channels.What You Need To Know• Visit www.antennaweb.org to get help deciding what type ofantenna to use to receive the local digital channels available toyou. By entering where you live, this mapping program tells youwhat local analog and digital stations are available using a certainantenna.• When you are ready to watch channels, the channel bannerdisplays the type of channel you're viewing. Look for a D at thebottom of the screen for digital channels; look for an A for analogchannels. Go to page 15 for more information.