Can you use a DVD player as a receiver?

Use the best connection supported by both your DVD player and your receiver. For audio, you will want to use either digital coaxial cables or optical cables if you want to use your receiver as a surround-sound decoder. If you plan to just use stereo audio, then you can use RCA cables.

How do I connect my 5.1 home theater system to my DVD player?

How to Connect 5.1 Speakers to a DVD Player

1. Unplug the DVD player and subwoofer from the electrical outlet.
2. Connect the white and red plugs on each end of the audio cable from the left and right audio outputs on the DVD player to the matching inputs on the back of the sub.

Can I use DVD player as amplifier?

Yes, generally Samsung DVD player requires TV to play Mp3 sound output. But some have Inbuilt amplifier with jacks for sound output. Some DVD player does not have sound output port and built in amplifier, in such cases you need speakers with Built in amplifier (amplifier according to your requirement).

How do I connect my old home theater to my Smart TV?

Go to Parts and Accessories.

1. Connect a Coaxial Digital Cable, Optical Digital Cable, or Audio cable to the Audio Output jack on your TV.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the corresponding jacks on the A/V receiver or home theater system.
3. Turn on your TV.

How do I connect my home theater system to my TV and cable box?

Connect the HDMI cable to the HDMI OUT of the source device. Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI IN on the A/V receiver or Home Theatre system. Using a second HDMI cable to the HDMI OUT of the A/V receiver or Home Theatre system. Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to an HDMI IN on the TV.

How do I arrange my 5.1 home theater?

In a 5.1 system, your surround speakers are best placed to the left and right of your listening position. Aim them directly towards you for the best sound. If side placement isn’t practical, place your surround speakers a few feet behind your listening position and face them forward.

How do I connect my home theater to my TV?

Option 2: Connection using an HDMI, Coaxial Digital, Optical Digital, or Audio cable

1. Connect a Coaxial Digital Cable, Optical Digital Cable, or Audio cable to the Audio Output jack on your TV.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the corresponding jacks on the A/V receiver or home theater system.
3. Turn on your TV.

How do I connect my DVD player to my TV and surround sound?

Connect your Blu-ray player to your TV using an HDMI cable. This will transmit both the video and the audio to your TV with one cable. Connect the AUDIO OUT ports on your DVD player to the AUDIO IN ports on your TV with standard audio cables (red and white jacks).

How do I get my TV to play sound through my receiver?

Connect a Coaxial Digital Cable, Optical Digital Cable, or Audio cable to the Audio Output jack on your TV. Connect the other end of the cable to the corresponding jacks on the A/V receiver or home theater system. Depending on your device, the audio input may be labeled TV INPUT or VIDEO INPUT.