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Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital is the multi-channel digital signal format developed by Dolby
Laboratories. Discs bearing the Dolby Digital logo include the recording of
up to 5.1 channels of digital signals. This will put you right in the middle of
the action, just like being in a movie theater or concert hall.
Dolby Digital EX
This mode expands 5.1 channel sources for 6.1/7.1 channel playback. It’s
especially suited to Dolby Digital EX soundtracks that include a matrix encoded
surround back channel. The additional channel adds an extra dimension
and provides an enveloping surround sound experience, perfect for rotating
and fly-by sound effects.
Dolby Digital Plus
Developed for use with HDTV, including the new video disc formats Blu-
ray and HD DVD, this is this latest multichannel audio format form Dolby.
It supports up to 7.1 channel with 48 kHz/24 bit sampling rate and signal
resolution.
Dolby True HD
Designed to take full advantage of the additional storage space offered by
the new Blu-ray and HD DVD disc formats, this new Dolby format offers up
to 7.1 discrete channels of lossless audio performance with 96 kHz/24 bit
sampling rate and signal resolution.
Dolby Pro Logic IIz
This mode adds front height channels to surround sound, creating a 7.1
channel playback for music, movies and video games. Dolby Pro Logic IIz
brings enhanced spatial effects, added depth, and an overall airiness to
listening experience.
Dolby Pro Logic IIx
This mode expands any 2-channel source for 7.1 channel playback. It
provides a very natural and seamless surround sound experience that fully
envelopes the listener. As well as music and movies, video games can also
benefit from the dramatic spatial effects and vivid imaging. it includes
‘Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie’ suited for playing movies, ‘Dolby Pro Logic IIx
Music’ suited for playing music and ‘Dolby Pro Logic IIx Game’ suited for
playing games.
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