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The rear of the DST-3000 receiver has numerous jacks for connection to your audio/video
entertainment system. You will also find the power cord permanently connected to the back.
The SATELLITE-IN F-type jack is for connecting the cable from your satellite dish antenna to the
DST-3000 receiver. Be sure that you use RG-6 cable only. The SATELLITE-IN F-type jack can also
accept a terrestrial analog or digital input when combined with the satellite signal using a diplexer.
Note: Refer to "HD Receiver and Satellite Dish Antenna with Terrestrial
Antenna or Cable Service" in Chapter 2 for more information on using a
diplexer. This is an advanced installation technique and professional
installation is recommended.
The IN FROM ANT jack is for connecting a terrestrial analog or digital input to your DST-3000
receiver.
The OUT TO TV F-type jack is an RF output that you may connect to your standard definition
(SD) TV or videocassette recorder (VCR) (depending on your entertainment system). Note that
the CH3/CH4 switch enables you to select the channel on which DST-3000 receiver signals will
appear. Set your TV or VCR to match this.
Three component video output jacks Y (Luminance), P
from Luminance), and P
b
to a High Definition (HD) monitor set to achieve highest quality video images. The output format
is always 1080i.
The phono-type AUDIO output jacks, labeled and color-coded (L is white, and R is red) to indicate
Left and Right, can be used for connection to your SDTV, VCR, or audio system. The phono-type
composite VIDEO output jack is color-coded yellow. You may use this jack for connection to your
SDTV or VCR. The multiple-pin S-VIDEO jack is for high-quality video output. Use this jack to
achieve the clearest picture for your TV or VCR. The output format is 480i.
The VCR CONTROL mini-jack is for connecting the VCR control cable that is included with
the system. With this cable, the DST-3000 receiver can interface with most popular brands of
VCRs to record selected programs automatically.
There is one DIGITAL AUDIO OUT connector which is OPTICAL. It provides signals for
®
connection to a Dolby
Digital decoder.
The RF REMOTE jack is provided for future accessory use.
The standard RJ-11 modular PHONE JACK is for connecting the DST-3000 receiver to your
telephone line. This telephone connection is necessary to access certain program offerings such
as Pay Per View. Telephone calls generated by the DST-3000 receiver are toll-free. The telephone
line connection will not normally interfere with your telephone operation.
A First Look at the HD System
The rear of the DST-3000 receiver (power cord not shown)
(the amount of color Blue is different from Luminance) are connected
(the amount of color Red is different
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