Audio Input and Output ConnectionsYour TV has a variety of connections for audio input from devices such as Blu-ray players and DVDplayers and for audio output to such devices as amplifiers. The connections are listed below.● HDMI/ARC (Audio Return Channel)● Digital Audio (Optical)● Audio (Analog)" For better audio quality, it is a good idea to use an AV receiver." The number of connectors and their names and locations may vary depending on the model." Refer to the external device's operating manual when connecting it to the TV. The number of external deviceconnectors and their names and locations may vary depending on the manufacturer.HDMI (ARC) ConnectionARC lets the TV output digital sound to an audio device and input digital sound from the same audiodevice through one HDMI cable. ARC is only available through the HDMI (ARC) port and only when theTV is connected to an ARC-enabled AV receiver." Certain functions such as Smart Hub may not be available if the Source is set to HDMI and 3D Auto View isset to On. If this is the case, set 3D Auto View or 3D Mode to Off.Connect an HDMI cable to the TV's HDMI (ARC) connection and the device's HDMI output connection.
