A:AnswerI did not because I hooked mine to the cable box which had an HDMI wire. It was a simple "plug and play" (after setting up TV) which was not difficult.
A:AnswerThe coaxial cable from the cable box plugs right into the TV.
That’s the only connection you need to get picture and sound.
I just installed this model TV at a assisted living home for my wife’s Aunt yesterday. (Picture without cable box)
