AConnecting to audio L/R jacks
This connection uses a stereo amplifier’s (receiver’s) two front speakers for sound.
You can enjoy the surround function that creates virtual speakers from two stereo speakers. Select “Surround1,” “Surround2,” or “Surround3” in “Surround” of the “Audio” setup (page 101).
Surround 1
Surround 2
Surround 3
Virtual speaker
Note
Make sure that your listening position is between and at an equal distance from your speakers, and that the speakers are located in similar surroundings.
BConnecting to a digital audio input jack
Use this connection if your AV amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby*1 Digital or DTS*2 decoder and a digital input jack. You can enjoy the surround effect of Dolby Digital (5.1ch) or DTS (5.1ch).
After you have completed the connection, make the appropriate settings under the “Audio” setup (page 100). Otherwise, no sound or a loud noise will come from your speakers.
*1 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the
*2 Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #:
5,451,942 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued
&pending. DTS and DTS Digital Out are registered trademarks and the DTS logos and Symbol are trademarks of DTS, Inc. ©
zHints
•For correct speaker location, see the operating instructions supplied with the connected components.
•With a coaxial digital connection, you cannot:
–use the virtual surround effects of this recorder.
–switch the bilingual sounds on a
Note
During DVD recording, the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack outputs DVD audio signals only. You cannot hear VHS sound by pressing VIDEO.
Settings and Hookups