You can read forever or just go get a receiver to decode the optical to 5.1 sound. The DVD appears to have analog audio so why not hook that up today till you sort out your decision on a receiver.
Hello All,
Below is my requirement.
http://s9.postimg.org/rr4o7e7tb/Requirement.jpg
I want to
1. Get audio Output from TV to 5.1 speakers
2. Get video\audio output from DVD player to TV\5.1 speakers.
TV ports are
http://s1.postimg.org/966y045y7/image.jpg
DVD players ports are
http://s9.postimg.org/gk5ha524v/DVD_player.jpg
5.1 ports are
http://s30.postimg.org/on3lxxptt/5_1.jpg
Could anyone suggest me the best solution of adapter/converters/cables i need to buy to satisfy this requirement. Thanks!

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