- 29 -HDMI featuresHDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the world’s first complete digitalconsumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard.HDMI allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-qualitysound by connecting the TV and the equipment.HDMI-compatible equipment with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as aDVD player, a set top box or game equipment, can be connected to the HDMIterminal using a fully wired HDMI compliant cable.Watching > External equipment > External connection: The HDMI logo is displayed on HDMI-compliant equipment.■ Applicable HDMI features● Input audio signal:2ch Linear PCM (sampling frequencies - 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz)● Input video signal:Matches the output setting of the digital equipment.Watching > External equipment > Valid input signals● VIERA Link (HDAVI Control 5)Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link● Content Type● Audio Return Channel– Audio Return Channel (ARC) is a function to send digital sound signalsvia an HDMI cable.– For HDMI2 terminal● 3D■ DVI connectionIf the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI terminalvia a DVI to HDMI adaptor cable. When using the DVI to HDMI adaptorcable, connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal (use AV IN audioterminals).● Enquire HDMI adaptor cable at your local digital equipment retailer shop.= Note =● Audio settings can be made on HDMI Input in the Sound Menu.Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings● If the connected equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set theaspect ratio to “16:9”.