◆AUDIO FILTER

Selects the digital filter to reduce noise above

22.05kHz (Sampling frequency (Fs) of the audio source is 44.1 kHz), 24 kHz (Fs is

48 kHz), or 48 kHz (Fs is above 96 kHz).

SHARP Provides a wide frequency range

and spatial feeling.

SLOW Provides smooth and warm sound.

Note

There may be little effect by changing the digital filter depending on the disc or playback environment.

◆DOWNMIX (DVD VIDEO/DVD-VR mode only)

Switches the method for mixing down to 2 channels when you play a DVD which has rear sound elements (channels) or is recorded in Dolby Digital format. For details on the rear signal components, see “Checking the audio signal format” (page 44). This function affects the output of the following jacks:

– LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks

– DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)/ HDMI OUT jack when “DOLBY DIGITAL” is set to “D-PCM” (page 70).

DOLBY Normally, select this position.

SUR- Multi-channel audio signals are

ROUND output to 2 channels for enjoying surround sounds.

NORMAL Multi-channel audio signals are downmixed to 2 channels for use with your stereo.

◆DIGITAL OUT

Selects if audio signals are output via the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)/ HDMI OUT jack.

ON

Normally select this position.

 

When you select “ON,” see

 

“Setting the digital output signal”

 

for further settings.

 

 

OFF

The influence of the digital

 

circuit upon the analog circuit is

 

minimal. If you are using the

 

HDMI OUT jack, PCM sound

 

will be output depending on the

 

connected equipment.

 

If the signal is encrypted for

 

copyright protection purposes,

 

the signal is only output as

 

48 kHz/16 bit PCM.

 

 

 

 

Setting the digital output signal

Switches the method of outputting audio signals when you connect a component such as an amplifier (receiver) or MD deck with a digital input jack.

For connection details, see page 22. Select “DOLBY DIGITAL,” “DTS,” and “48kHz/96kHz PCM” after setting “DIGITAL OUT” to “ON.”

If you connect a component that is incompatible with the selected audio signal, a loud noise (or no sound) may be heard from the speakers, risking damage to your ears or speakers.

Notes

•The AV SYNC function (page 51) is not effective if you use the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack, and set “DOLBY DIGITAL” or “DTS” to “DOLBY DIGITAL” or “ON” respectively.

•The AV SYNC function (page 51) is not effective if you connect a Dolby Digital or DTS-compliant device via the HDMI OUT jack, and set “DOLBY DIGITAL” or “DTS” to “DOLBY DIGITAL” or “ON” respectively.

Adjustments and Settings

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