Preparations for Use: Basic Information
∞Stereo Playback:
Stereo playback means sound is played back through independent channels from right and left speakers. The soundtracks for DVD video stereo and ordinary music CDs (recorded with 2ch stereo) are played back only from the front speakers, even when 5 surround speakers or
Front right speaker
Front left speaker
∞Dolby Surround Playback:
When Dolby Surround is noted on a commercially purchased DVD video, it means that sound can be played back from five surround speakers.
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Right surround speaker
Front left speaker
Left Surround speaker
∞Dolby Digital 5.1 ch or DTS Surround Playback:
Programs recorded in Dolby Digital (5.1 ch surround) or DTS surround mode are played back through 5 surround speakers plus
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Dialogue is heard primarily from the center speaker.
Left Surround speaker
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