5.1 Channel Surround Hookups
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Some DVDs have a sound track with up to 5.1 channels recorded in Dolby* Digital or MPEG AUDIO format. Using a receiver (amplifier) having 5.1 channel inputs and the 5 (+1) speakers, you can enjoy more real audio presence in the comfort of your own home.
“5 channel” stands for the 2 front speakers (Left and Right), 2 rear speakers (Left and Right) and 1 center speaker. The “0.1 channel” (+1) stands for the subwoofer which outputs the bass.
Even if you have fewer than 5 (+1) speakers, the player distributes the output signal to the speakers appropriately. You can enjoy the VES (Virtual Enhanced Surround) system using the DCS (Digital Cinema Sound) method that Sony developed. The VES system realize surround sound only with front speakers. For details on the VES mode, see page 34.
Note
When a DVD has a sound track with 7.1 channels recorded in MPEG AUDIO format, the output audio signals are mixed down to 5.1 channels.
Speaker placement
For the best possible surround sound, we recommend the following conditions.
•Use higher performance speakers.
•Use rear and center speakers that match your front speakers in size and performance.
•All speakers should be the same distance from the listening position.
•Place the subwoofer between the front (L, R) speakers if possible.
Note
Do not place the center or rear speakers farther away from the listening position than the front speakers.
Notes
•Do not connect the power cord to an AC outlet or press the 1/u (POWER) button before completing all connections.
•The cable connectors should be fully inserted into the jacks. Loose connection may cause hum and noise.
•Jacks and plugs of the connecting cords are
Red jacks and plugs: Right audio channel
White jacks and plugs: Left audio channel
You can use either red or white cables to connect the center speaker and subwoofer.
•When you connect the component via the DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL or COAXIAL connector using an optical or coaxial digital connecting cord (not supplied), see page 12.
Setups for the player
Some setups are necessary for the player depending on the components to be connected.
Use the setup display or the Control Menu display to change the various settings.
For details on using the setup display, see page 43.
For details on enjoying Digital Cinema Sound, see page 34.
•To enjoy Dolby Digital or MPEGAUDIO surr ound sound by connecting the player to aeceiver (amplifier) with 5.1 ch inputs
Set each speaker position or distance, etc. See page 53.
Required cords
Audio cords (not supplied)
Two for the 5.1CH OUTPUT FRONT and REAR jacks
White (L) | White (L) |
Red (R) | Red (R) |
Monaural audio cords (not supplied)
Two for the 5.1CH OUTPUT CENTER and WOOFER jacks
Black | Black |
S video cord (supplied)
One for the S VIDEO OUT jacks
*Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby,”
Confidential Unpublished Works.
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