These are types of Audio/Video input/output connections that commonly found on an Entry Level Home Theater Receiver.
In this example, starting from left to right, are the Digital Audio Coaxial and Optical Inputs.
Moving just to right of the Digital Audio Inputs are three sets of Component Video Inputs and one set of Component Video Outputs. Each input consists of a Red, Green, and Blue Connection. These inputs can accommodate DVD players, and other devices that have component video connection options. In addition, the Component Video Output can relay the signal to a TV with a Component Video Input.
Below the Component Video connections are the Stereo Analog connections for a CD player and Audio Tape Deck (or CD Recorder).
Moving right, at the very top, are AM and FM Radio Antenna Connections.
Below the radio antenna connections, there are a host of analog audio and video connections. Here you can plug in your VCR, DVD player, video game, or other device. In addition, there is a Video Monitor output that can relay the incoming video signals to a TV or monitor. Both Composite and S-Video connection options are offered.
In addition, a set of 5.1 channel analog inputs are featured to accommodate DVD players that feature SACD and/or DVD Audio playback.
Also, this example features both video inputs/outputs than can accept either a VCR, DVD Recorder/VCR combo, or a standalone DVD recorder. Most higher-end receivers will have two set of input/output loops that can accommodate both. If you have a separate DVD Recorder and VCR, look for a Receiver that has two VCR connection loops; this will make cross-dubbing easier.
Next, there are the Speaker Connection Terminals. On most receivers, all the terminals are red (Positive) and black (Negative). Also, this receiver has seven sets of terminals, as it is a 7.1 Channel receiver. Also note an extra set of terminals for connecting a "B" set of front speakers. The "B" speakers can also be placed in another room.
Just below the speaker terminals is the Subwoofer Pre-Out. This supplies a signal to a Powered Subwoofer. Powered Subwoofers have their own built-in amplifiers. The receiver simply supplies a line signal that must be amplified by the Powered Subwoofer.
Two types of connections that are not illustrated in this example, but are becoming more common on higher-end Home Theater Receivers, are DVI and HDMI input/output connections. If you have an upscaling DVD player, HD-Cable or Satellite Box, check to see they utilize these type of connections. If so, consider a Home Theater with those connections.
In this example, starting from left to right, are the Digital Audio Coaxial and Optical Inputs.
Moving just to right of the Digital Audio Inputs are three sets of Component Video Inputs and one set of Component Video Outputs. Each input consists of a Red, Green, and Blue Connection. These inputs can accommodate DVD players, and other devices that have component video connection options. In addition, the Component Video Output can relay the signal to a TV with a Component Video Input.
Below the Component Video connections are the Stereo Analog connections for a CD player and Audio Tape Deck (or CD Recorder).
Moving right, at the very top, are AM and FM Radio Antenna Connections.
Below the radio antenna connections, there are a host of analog audio and video connections. Here you can plug in your VCR, DVD player, video game, or other device. In addition, there is a Video Monitor output that can relay the incoming video signals to a TV or monitor. Both Composite and S-Video connection options are offered.
In addition, a set of 5.1 channel analog inputs are featured to accommodate DVD players that feature SACD and/or DVD Audio playback.
Also, this example features both video inputs/outputs than can accept either a VCR, DVD Recorder/VCR combo, or a standalone DVD recorder. Most higher-end receivers will have two set of input/output loops that can accommodate both. If you have a separate DVD Recorder and VCR, look for a Receiver that has two VCR connection loops; this will make cross-dubbing easier.
Next, there are the Speaker Connection Terminals. On most receivers, all the terminals are red (Positive) and black (Negative). Also, this receiver has seven sets of terminals, as it is a 7.1 Channel receiver. Also note an extra set of terminals for connecting a "B" set of front speakers. The "B" speakers can also be placed in another room.
Just below the speaker terminals is the Subwoofer Pre-Out. This supplies a signal to a Powered Subwoofer. Powered Subwoofers have their own built-in amplifiers. The receiver simply supplies a line signal that must be amplified by the Powered Subwoofer.
Two types of connections that are not illustrated in this example, but are becoming more common on higher-end Home Theater Receivers, are DVI and HDMI input/output connections. If you have an upscaling DVD player, HD-Cable or Satellite Box, check to see they utilize these type of connections. If so, consider a Home Theater with those connections.
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