Lost need Help!

[I have no clue]

Just got an Infocus SP4805 ,along with a LGDT418 600W Home theater sound system with cd player/dvd player built in,A new motorola Digital Cable (HD) from Cox Cable ,Also have Direct TV Reciver as well older one not Dolby digital ,Question is why is it no one knows how to hook it up(Best buy guy)(Cox cable guy)(InFocus help line)(Tweeter Electronics)(Radio Shack)(Circut city guy) all can't seem to help. Can anyone help me out on this?I know it's very low buget but $$$ is tight big time.

 

[markw]

Take it one step at a time.

First, make sure you have ALL the owner's manual handy. These should be your first source of information. Take time to read them. These are not "plug and play" items like toasters and you'e gonna have to become fairly comfortable reading them for answers.

Now, since it's pretty central to everything, hook up the receiver and the speakers. Does it work? Good! If not, troubleshoot and fix it.

now, hook up the DVD/CD player. make sure you get sound. does it work? good! If not, troubleshoot and fix it.

now, hook up the TV. does it work? good! If not, troubleshoot and fix it.

Getting the picture?

Now, if you have a specific question, then feel free to post it but pulling a Vinnie Babarino without even trying is a bit much.

 

[BMXTRIX]

I can find ZERO information on "LGDT418" on Google. Who is the manufacturer?

If it is LG - then can you link to their product on the web or supply some useful information on the product?

Here is the 100% scoop on what it sounds like:
You are in trouble.

Most HTIB (home theater in a box) systems offer almost zero upgrade path. You may not have any video inputs into the HTIB and not more than one digital audio input. You made a big mistake buying, without asking first.

I hate saying it, but do you have a receipt and can you return it and are you prepared for it simply not working?

The HTIB should have component video out. That output should be connected directly to your projector. That will get your DVD video going, no problem. The audio, should be setup as stated in the owners manual. No problem.

Other things? Well, you probably can't hook your HD cable up directly to the HTIB because it may not allow it, so you are SOL. Disconnect the component from the output of the HTIB, then plug it into the component output on the back of your cable box. Plug digital audio into the digital input on the HTIB. Switch your HTIB to the correct audio, now you should have cable.

Really, I am guessing, but I have seen this happen numerous times.

Please clarify the product so we can be sure, but it really sounds like you need to pull everything together with a receipt. Be ready to return it and do NOT pay a restocking fee if you explained in detail your needs to the sales associate.

There are HTIB setups that meet your needs - perhaps the Onkyo HTS780 system which isn't as sleek as others, but outperforms most for the money.

More info please.