It will need a box to handle HDMI connections, the processing chips, optical digital audio output jacks, and all the other features we're used to seeing in a TV. (digitaltrends.com)
But when it comes to connections, there are plenty on board this budget ride to help make up for its lack of that good old coaxial cable jack, including four HDMI inputs — one with HDMI ARC and HDR compatibility — as well as component video jacks, dual USB ports, and an optical digital audio output. (digitaltrends.com)
The UBD - 9500's port array includes two HDMI 2.0 a outputs in back, one of which is audio only; an optical digital audio output; and an ethernet jack. (techhive.com)