HDMI/DVI/D-Sub Interface

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a set of digital video standards that delivers multi-channel audio and uncompressed digital video through a single cable for full HD 1080p visuals. Supporting HDCP copy protection such as HD DVD and Blu-ray Discs, HDMI provides you with the highest-quality home theater experience. DVI (Digital Visual Interface) provides high quality visuals for digital display devices like LCD monitors. See page 1-31 for details.

IEEE 1394a support

The IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for audio/video appliances such as digital television, digital video camcorders, storage peripherals & other PC portable devices. See pages 1-30 and 1-38 for details.

High Definition Audio

Enjoy high-end sound quality on your PC! The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz/24-bit audio output that simultaneously sends different audio streams to different destinations. You can now talk to your partners on the headphone while playing multi-channel network games. ���See page���� ����1-30 ���for details��������.

S/PDIF digital sound ready

This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via the coaxial (mid-board) and optical S/PDIF (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface) Out interface. It allows digital audio transferring without converting it to analog format, and therefore well preserves signal quality. See pages 1-32 and 1-40 for details.

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Chapter 1: Product Introduction