HDMI Connections (if available):
1. Connect the satellite receiver to the TV using an HDMI cable.
2. Connect the remaining devices (Blu-ray player, game console, etc.) to the satellite receiver using HDMI cables.
3. Connect the home theater receiver to the TV using an HDMI cable (use the ARC or eARC HDMI port if your TV has one).
Audio Connections:
1. Connect the audio output ports on the satellite receiver to the corresponding inputs on the home theater receiver using RCA cables.
2. If the satellite receiver has an optical audio output, connect it to the optical audio input on the home theater receiver using an optical cable.
Video Connections (if necessary):
1. If the satellite receiver does not have HDMI outputs, connect the video outputs to the corresponding inputs on the TV using component or composite video cables.
Additional connections:
- If your home theater receiver does not have enough HDMI inputs, consider using an HDMI switch or splitter to connect all devices.
- Check for audio return channel (ARC) compatibility between your TV and the receiver if using a single HDMI cable for both audio and video signals.
- If your satellite receiver has a coaxial output for your cable or satellite feed, connect it to the coaxial input on the TV or home theater receiver.
Ensure that all cable connections are secure, and then power on the devices. You may need to select the appropriate inputs on your TV and home theater receiver to receive the desired audio and video signals from your satellite receiver.
By following these steps, you can successfully connect your home theater system even if the satellite receiver occupies some of the connections.