Connecting Video Cables for Home Theater System Setup

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Part of the video series: How to Install a Home Theater

Summary: Learn tips on how to connect your video cables when setting up your Dolby 5.1 surround sound home entertainment system with expert installation tips in this free online home stereo video clip.

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Connecting Video Cables for Home Theater System Setup

Depending on the type of DVD player you have, the outputs may vary. Higher end DVD, HD DVD and Blu-Ray players will have an HTMI output for superior digital picture quality. If you have a choice, this is how you want to go. Some players have a VGA output. This is also useful if you are using your computer as a video source instead of a DVD player. Component video is the next best thing giving you a progressive scan playback and or HD signals depending on your DVD player. DVI inputs also give you a true digital picture. Again, use the best cables possible for the equipment that you have at home.

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