Technical Information111HDMI connectionHDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard.HDMI allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV and the equipment.HDMI-compatible equipment∗1 with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a DVD player, a set top box or a gameequipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.About connections, see “External Equipment” (p. 104).Applicable HDMI features• Input audio signal :2ch Linear PCM (sampling frequencies - 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz)• Input video signal :480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p“Input signal that can be displayed” (p. 113)Match the output setting of the digital equipment.• Input PC signal :“Input signal that can be displayed” (p. 113)Match the output setting of the PC.• VIERA Link (HDAVI Control 5)[VIERA Link] (p. 98)• 3D• Content Type• Deep Colour• x.v.Colour™• Audio Return Channel∗2(HDMI2 terminal only)DVI connectionIf the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI terminal via a DVI to HDMI adaptor cable∗3. When theDVI to HDMI adaptor cable is used, connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal.Note• Audio settings can be made on the [HDMI1 / 2 / 3 / 4 Input] in the Sound Menu. (p. 40)• If the connected equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set the aspect ratio to “16:9”.• These HDMI connectors are “type A”.• These HDMI connectors are compatible with HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) copyright protection.• Equipment having no digital output terminal may be connected to the input terminal of “COMPONENT” or “VIDEO” to receiveanalogue signals.• This TV incorporates HDMI™ technology.∗1 : The HDMI logo is displayed on HDMI-compliant equipment.∗2 : Audio Return Channel (ARC) is a function to be able to send digital sound signals via an HDMI cable.∗3 : Enquire at your local digital equipment retailer shop.