2. Just to the right of the Digital Audio connections are the HDMI input connectors and one HDMI output for connecting DVD, Blu-ray Disc, HD-DVD, HD-Cable or Satellite boxes that have high defintion/upscaling capability. The HDMI output connects to an HDTV. HDMI also passes both video and audio signals.
3. Moving right, across the top of the rear panel, there is a row of analog audio connections, including 6 and 8-channel inputs and outputs.
4. Moving down, and across the middle of the rear panel, are three Component Video Inputs and one set of Component Video Outputs. Each input consists of a Red, Blue, and Green Connection. These inputs accommodate DVD players, and other devices. The Component Video Output connects to a TV with a Component Video Input.
5. To the right of the Component video connections are S-Video and Composite video, and analog audio inputs/outputs that can accept a VCR, DVD Recorder/VCR combo, or a standalone DVD recorder. Many receivers will have two sets of input/output loops. 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. Also in this connection group are the main S-Video and Composite video monitor outputs.
6. Just below the middle row of analog video connetions are the Speaker Terminals. These terminals are red (Positive) and black (Negative). This receiver has an abundance of terminals to accomodate several types of speaker setups, including 2nd and 3rd Zone speaker options.
7. In addition, to the left of the the speaker terminals AM/FM radio antenna connections, wired remote, and 12-Volt trigger connections. The wired remote and 12-Volt Trigger connections are used for custom installation control functions. 8. Finally, on the far right of the rear panel, are the AC plug connector and two Switched AC Convenience Oulets. These outlets are active when the master power switch of the receiver is on.