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AUDIO OUT Jacks: jacks located on the back of the DVD Player which are used to send audio to another system (TV, decoder, or amplifier).
CD: Compact Disc (audio)
Coaxial jack: Used to send digital audio to a decoder or amplifier, allowing you to adjust the volume at the decoder or amplifier. This connection provides the 5.1 channel surround sound as heard in movie theaters.
Dolby Digital: A surround sound system that provides 5.1 channel sound as used in movie theaters.
DTS: Digital Theater Systems. This is a surround sound system, but it is different from Dolby Digital. The formats were developed by different companies.
DVD: Digital Video Disc.
OPTICAL Jack: Converts electrical signals into optical signals before sending the audio to the amplifier. Optical audio is not prone to external electrical influences and has less noise, which reduces adverse effects on external equipment. Be sure to keep the protective cap on the jack when the jack is not being used. This keeps dust out of the jack.
Remote Control: the small unit that came with your DVD Player; allows you to operate your DVD Player from a distance.
VIDEO OUT Jack: jack located on the back of the DVD Player which is used to send video to a TV.