Audio, video cables and connectors explained

Got the Home Theater system connection blues? It’s always a bit frustrating to newcomers and seasoned audio-video enthusiasts alike when you’re faced with that array of input and output connectors. But it helps to understand which connectors to use and what kind of signals each carries.

What follows is an alphabetical list of the most common types of connectors used between your new A/V receiver, video display (with an emphasis on HDTV), DVD/CD player, loudspeakers, and subwoofer, with some explanatory tips and helpful info on getting your system up and running.

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