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How to connect a camcorder to a television using an S-Video cable.

    Follow the steps below to connect a camcorder to a television using an S-Video cable.

    IMPORTANT: Both the camcorder and television must have an S-Video jack to complete this procedure.

    1. Connect one end of an S-Video cable to the S-VIDEO IN jack on the television.
    2. Connect the other end of the S-Video cable to the S-VIDEO OUT jack on the camcorder.
    3. Connect an audio cable to the appropriate left and right audio input jacks on the television.
    4. Connect the other end of the audio cable to the audio output jacks on the camcorder.
    5. Turn on the camcorder and set it to the playback mode.
    6. Begin playing the media (tape, DVD, etc.) in the camcorder.
    7. Turn on the television.
    8. Tune the television to the appropriate video input to receive the signal from the camcorder.

      NOTE: If necessary, consult the instruction manual of television for information about tuning the TV to the correct video input.