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... Display 13 Hookups 14 Hooking Up the Player 14 Step 1: Unpacking 14 Step 2: Connecting the Video Cords/HDMI Cords 15 About the CONTROL FOR HDMI functions for 'BRAVIA Sync' (for HDMI connections only 17 Step 3: Connecting the Audio Cords 18 Step 4: Connecting the Power Cord 20 Step 5: ... SYNC 36 Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL 37 Searching for a Scene 40 Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc (Search, Scan, Slow-motion Play, Freeze Frame 40 Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track/Scene, etc 41 Searching by Scene (PICTURE NAVIGATION 43 Sound Adjustments 44 ...
... Display 13 Hookups 14 Hooking Up the Player 14 Step 1: Unpacking 14 Step 2: Connecting the Video Cords/HDMI Cords 15 About the CONTROL FOR HDMI functions for 'BRAVIA Sync' (for HDMI connections only 17 Step 3: Connecting the Audio Cords 18 Step 4: Connecting the Power Cord 20 Step 5: ... SYNC 36 Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL 37 Searching for a Scene 40 Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc (Search, Scan, Slow-motion Play, Freeze Frame 40 Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track/Scene, etc 41 Searching by Scene (PICTURE NAVIGATION 43 Sound Adjustments 44 ...
Operating Instructions
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.../CD-RWs containing MP3* audio tracks, and JPEG image files) Functions available for DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/ DVD+Rs DL/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs/DVD-Rs DL containing MP3* audio tracks, and JPEG image files) * MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer III) is a standard format defined by ISO (International Organization for the Sound (AUDIO SETUP 59 HDMI Settings (HDMI...
.../CD-RWs containing MP3* audio tracks, and JPEG image files) Functions available for DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/ DVD+Rs DL/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs/DVD-Rs DL containing MP3* audio tracks, and JPEG image files) * MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer III) is a standard format defined by ISO (International Organization for the Sound (AUDIO SETUP 59 HDMI Settings (HDMI...
Operating Instructions
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...tray (24) L Front panel display (9) * This DVD player incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. Guide to a HDCP (Highbandwidth Digital Content Protection) compliant device with HDMI or DVI (Digital Visual Interface) input. Rear panel A HDMI OUT (High-Definition Multimedia Interface out) jack (15... OUT jacks (15) 8US Front panel A [/1 (on/standby) button (24) B HDMI* (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) indicator (16, 61, 62) Lights up when the HDMI OUT jack is correctly connected to Parts and Controls For more information, see the pages indicated...
...tray (24) L Front panel display (9) * This DVD player incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. Guide to a HDCP (Highbandwidth Digital Content Protection) compliant device with HDMI or DVI (Digital Visual Interface) input. Rear panel A HDMI OUT (High-Definition Multimedia Interface out) jack (15... OUT jacks (15) 8US Front panel A [/1 (on/standby) button (24) B HDMI* (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) indicator (16, 61, 62) Lights up when the HDMI OUT jack is correctly connected to Parts and Controls For more information, see the pages indicated...
Operating Instructions
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...a TV, projector, or audio component equipped with a compatible TV, projector, or monitor, you must use pattern C. In order to view progressive signal (480p) pictures with HDMI input. A INPUT VIDEO L AUDIO R (yellow) Audio/video cord (supplied) S VIDEO cord (not supplied) TV, projector, or audio... B S VIDEO TV, projector, or audio component to LINE OUT (VIDEO) to S VIDEO OUT to HDMI OUT to COMPONENT HDMI cord (not supplied) VIDEO OUT (green) (blue) (red) CD/DVD player D HDMI IN TV, projector, or audio component l : Signal flow Component video cord (not supplied) COMPONENT VIDEO...
...a TV, projector, or audio component equipped with a compatible TV, projector, or monitor, you must use pattern C. In order to view progressive signal (480p) pictures with HDMI input. A INPUT VIDEO L AUDIO R (yellow) Audio/video cord (supplied) S VIDEO cord (not supplied) TV, projector, or audio... B S VIDEO TV, projector, or audio component to LINE OUT (VIDEO) to S VIDEO OUT to HDMI OUT to COMPONENT HDMI cord (not supplied) VIDEO OUT (green) (blue) (red) CD/DVD player D HDMI IN TV, projector, or audio component l : Signal flow Component video cord (not supplied) COMPONENT VIDEO...
Operating Instructions
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...in "SCREEN SETUP" to "ON" (page 57) to a TV with the CONTROL FOR HDMI function, see page 56. To connect to output progressive signals. To change the aspect ratio, see page 17. VCR CD/DVD player TV Connect directly • If the picture appears too white when you are not HDCP... Use an HDMI-DVI converter cord (not supplied). D HDMI/DVI input jack Use a certified Sony HDMI cord to the HDMI OUT jack Follow the steps below. It may damage the HDMI OUT jack and the connector. 1 Carefully align the HDMI OUT jack on the TV screen. If your TV accepts progressive 480p format signals...
...in "SCREEN SETUP" to "ON" (page 57) to a TV with the CONTROL FOR HDMI function, see page 56. To connect to output progressive signals. To change the aspect ratio, see page 17. VCR CD/DVD player TV Connect directly • If the picture appears too white when you are not HDCP... Use an HDMI-DVI converter cord (not supplied). D HDMI/DVI input jack Use a certified Sony HDMI cord to the HDMI OUT jack Follow the steps below. It may damage the HDMI OUT jack and the connector. 1 Carefully align the HDMI OUT jack on the TV screen. If your TV accepts progressive 480p format signals...
Operating Instructions
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..." (page 62). Note Depending on the connected component, the CONTROL FOR HDMI function may not work. To prepare for HDMI connections only) By connecting to Sony components that are compatible with the CONTROL FOR HDMI function with an HDMI cord (not supplied), you can enjoy the following features: • One-Touch Play (page 24) •...
..." (page 62). Note Depending on the connected component, the CONTROL FOR HDMI function may not work. To prepare for HDMI connections only) By connecting to Sony components that are compatible with the CONTROL FOR HDMI function with an HDMI cord (not supplied), you can enjoy the following features: • One-Touch Play (page 24) •...
Operating Instructions
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...cord (supplied) (yellow)* (white) (yellow)* (red) INPUT A VIDEO L AUDIO R to LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) TV, projector, or audio component to DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)/HDMI OUT CD/DVD player or or Optical digital cord (not supplied) Remove jack cap before connecting Coaxial digital cord (not supplied...) HDMI cord (not supplied) [Speakers] Rear (L) to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector, or audio component such as an AV amplifier (receiver). z ...
...cord (supplied) (yellow)* (white) (yellow)* (red) INPUT A VIDEO L AUDIO R to LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) TV, projector, or audio component to DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)/HDMI OUT CD/DVD player or or Optical digital cord (not supplied) Remove jack cap before connecting Coaxial digital cord (not supplied...) HDMI cord (not supplied) [Speakers] Rear (L) to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector, or audio component such as an AV amplifier (receiver). z ...
Operating Instructions
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... from Dolby Laboratories. Connect the audio component to the TV with a video cord other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. If you connect to a Sony audio component that conforms to the 96 kHz sampling frequency, set "48kHz/96kHz PCM" in Quick Setup (page 22). • When you connect an audio...After you will use this player cannot be sure to set "DOLBY DIGITAL" to "DOLBY DIGITAL" and "DTS" to "ON" in "AUDIO SETUP" to the HDMI cord. 19US B Digital audio input jack If your audio component has a Dolby*1 Digital or DTS*2 decoder and a digital input jack, use your TV's or...
... from Dolby Laboratories. Connect the audio component to the TV with a video cord other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. If you connect to a Sony audio component that conforms to the 96 kHz sampling frequency, set "48kHz/96kHz PCM" in Quick Setup (page 22). • When you connect an audio...After you will use this player cannot be sure to set "DOLBY DIGITAL" to "DOLBY DIGITAL" and "DTS" to "ON" in "AUDIO SETUP" to the HDMI cord. 19US B Digital audio input jack If your audio component has a Dolby*1 Digital or DTS*2 decoder and a digital input jack, use your TV's or...
Operating Instructions
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... the type of Dolby Digital signal you are using to connect to step 13. If you connected an audio component using a digital coaxial or optical/HDMI cord, select "YES: DIGITAL OUTPUT." 10Press X/x to select the type of jack (if any) you wish to send to your audio component. If your audio...
... the type of Dolby Digital signal you are using to connect to step 13. If you connected an audio component using a digital coaxial or optical/HDMI cord, select "YES: DIGITAL OUTPUT." 10Press X/x to select the type of jack (if any) you wish to send to your audio component. If your audio...
Operating Instructions
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...turn this function on the tray. Depending on the disc, a menu may be different or restricted. For DVD VIDEOs, see page 27. One-Touch Play (for more than 30 minutes. The player starts playback (continuous ...on the disc tray. If a disc with your TV. 2 Press [/1. Adjust the volume on the DVD or VIDEO CD, some operations may appear on the remote. Playback Playing Discs Depending on the TV or the audio ... to "ON" or "OFF" (page 58). Refer to the player automatically, in stop mode for HDMI connections only) With one touch of the H button on the remote, the player and your TV so...
...turn this function on the tray. Depending on the disc, a menu may be different or restricted. For DVD VIDEOs, see page 27. One-Touch Play (for more than 30 minutes. The player starts playback (continuous ...on the disc tray. If a disc with your TV. 2 Press [/1. Adjust the volume on the DVD or VIDEO CD, some operations may appear on the remote. Playback Playing Discs Depending on the TV or the audio ... to "ON" or "OFF" (page 58). Refer to the player automatically, in stop mode for HDMI connections only) With one touch of the H button on the remote, the player and your TV so...
Operating Instructions
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...do not set "DTS" to "ON" in "AUDIO SETUP" (page 60). For more information about finalizing, refer to the operating instructions supplied with DVDs, VIDEO CDs, or Super VCDs only. • "Operation not possible" will appear when maximum or minimum speed is moved. previous chapter, track or scene in ... playback, press FAST PLAY or SLOW PLAY. Notes on playing DTS sound tracks on a DVD VIDEO • DTS audio signals are output only through the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)/HDMI OUT jack. • When you play a DVD VIDEO with DTS sound tracks, set "DTS" to "ON" in "AUDIO SETUP" (...
...do not set "DTS" to "ON" in "AUDIO SETUP" (page 60). For more information about finalizing, refer to the operating instructions supplied with DVDs, VIDEO CDs, or Super VCDs only. • "Operation not possible" will appear when maximum or minimum speed is moved. previous chapter, track or scene in ... playback, press FAST PLAY or SLOW PLAY. Notes on playing DTS sound tracks on a DVD VIDEO • DTS audio signals are output only through the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)/HDMI OUT jack. • When you play a DVD VIDEO with DTS sound tracks, set "DTS" to "ON" in "AUDIO SETUP" (...
Operating Instructions
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...to the operation instructions supplied with the TV. 35US The options for "SHARPNESS" appear. For more details, refer to select (SHARPNESS), then press ENTER. OFF DVD VIDEO OFF 1 2 3 Press X/x to "ON". Notes • This function does not work when "PhotoTV HD" mode is activated (page 51). ...is activated (page 51). • This function does not work if your TV supports "THEATRE" mode and it is set to "ON", and "CONTROL FOR HDMI" is set to select a level. • 1: enhances the outline. • 2: enhances the outline more details, refer to produce a sharper picture. ...
...to the operation instructions supplied with the TV. 35US The options for "SHARPNESS" appear. For more details, refer to select (SHARPNESS), then press ENTER. OFF DVD VIDEO OFF 1 2 3 Press X/x to "ON". Notes • This function does not work when "PhotoTV HD" mode is activated (page 51). ...is activated (page 51). • This function does not work if your TV supports "THEATRE" mode and it is set to "ON", and "CONTROL FOR HDMI" is set to select a level. • 1: enhances the outline. • 2: enhances the outline more details, refer to produce a sharper picture. ...
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The following display appears. 0 ms SET STOP DVD VIDEO To reset the "AV SYNC" setting Press CLEAR in AUDIO SETUP to "DOLBY DIGITAL" or "ON" respectively (page 59). 3 Press x to "DOLBY DIGITAL" or "... OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack, and set "DOLBY DIGITAL" or "DTS" in step 4. Each time you connect a Dolby Digital or DTS-compliant device via the HDMI OUT jack, and set "DOLBY DIGITAL" or "DTS" in AUDIO SETUP to select "SET c", then press ENTER. The "AV SYNC" adjustment bar appears. The Control...
The following display appears. 0 ms SET STOP DVD VIDEO To reset the "AV SYNC" setting Press CLEAR in AUDIO SETUP to "DOLBY DIGITAL" or "ON" respectively (page 59). 3 Press x to "DOLBY DIGITAL" or "... OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack, and set "DOLBY DIGITAL" or "DTS" in step 4. Each time you connect a Dolby Digital or DTS-compliant device via the HDMI OUT jack, and set "DOLBY DIGITAL" or "DTS" in AUDIO SETUP to select "SET c", then press ENTER. The "AV SYNC" adjustment bar appears. The Control...
Operating Instructions
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... 2 is not recorded, no sound will come out when you select "2:STEREO," "2:1/L," or "2:2/R." • When playing in DVD-VR mode: If you connect to an audio component using the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)/HDMI OUT jack and want to switch between the sound tracks, set "DOLBY DIGITAL" to "D-PCM" in "AUDIO...
... 2 is not recorded, no sound will come out when you select "2:STEREO," "2:1/L," or "2:2/R." • When playing in DVD-VR mode: If you connect to an audio component using the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)/HDMI OUT jack and want to switch between the sound tracks, set "DOLBY DIGITAL" to "D-PCM" in "AUDIO...
Operating Instructions
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...twice during playback. OFF OFF TVS DYNAMIC THEATER TVS DYNAMIC TVS WIDE TVS NIGHT TVS STANDARD DVD VIDEO 3 Press X/x to select one of the TVS modes, turn off the surround setting ... "TVS NIGHT" function in the same way. • If you use the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)/HDMI OUT jack and set up to output the signal from the sound of the TVS modes, the press ENTER. ...connect a stereo TV or 2 front speakers, TVS (TV Virtual Surround) lets you enjoy surround sound effects by Sony to produce surround sound for "TVS" appear. TVS was developed by using sound imaging to "ON" in "AUDIO...
...twice during playback. OFF OFF TVS DYNAMIC THEATER TVS DYNAMIC TVS WIDE TVS NIGHT TVS STANDARD DVD VIDEO 3 Press X/x to select one of the TVS modes, turn off the surround setting ... "TVS NIGHT" function in the same way. • If you use the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)/HDMI OUT jack and set up to output the signal from the sound of the TVS modes, the press ENTER. ...connect a stereo TV or 2 front speakers, TVS (TV Virtual Surround) lets you enjoy surround sound effects by Sony to produce surround sound for "TVS" appear. TVS was developed by using sound imaging to "ON" in "AUDIO...
Operating Instructions
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...IMAGE (JPEG)" is set to "AUTO" or "AUTO (BGM)", you can enjoy MP3 audio track whenever MP3 track is compatible with "PhotoTV HD," you have a Sony TV that is selected. • AUDIO (MP3): plays only MP3 audio tracks continuously. • IMAGE (JPEG): plays only JPEG image files continuously. 4 Press ... "MODE (MP3, JPEG)" is recommended that contains both MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files in "HDMI SETUP" (page 61). ,continued 51US To choose the melody of albums on the DATA CD/ DATA DVD appears. 5 Press X/x to select the album that you want to play large MP3 track data and ...
...IMAGE (JPEG)" is set to "AUTO" or "AUTO (BGM)", you can enjoy MP3 audio track whenever MP3 track is compatible with "PhotoTV HD," you have a Sony TV that is selected. • AUDIO (MP3): plays only MP3 audio tracks continuously. • IMAGE (JPEG): plays only JPEG image files continuously. 4 Press ... "MODE (MP3, JPEG)" is recommended that contains both MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files in "HDMI SETUP" (page 61). ,continued 51US To choose the melody of albums on the DATA CD/ DATA DVD appears. 5 Press X/x to select the album that you want to play large MP3 track data and ...
Operating Instructions
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...• NORMAL: sets to select a setting. By connecting Sony "PhotoTV HD" compatible devices using an HDMI cord, the TV will set the optimal image quality for ...to "PhotoTV HD," DATA CD /DATA DVD containing MP3 audio tracks/ JPEG image files only is inserted, and the player is connected to a TV by HDMI cord. • You ... mode, the wipe, rotation, zoom, and effect functions are displayed on "JPEG RESOLUTION" setting in "HDMI SETUP" (page 61). Notes • Some JPEG files, especially progressive JPEG files or JPEG files of subtle textures and colors. The options for "EFFECT" appear. 3 (...
...• NORMAL: sets to select a setting. By connecting Sony "PhotoTV HD" compatible devices using an HDMI cord, the TV will set the optimal image quality for ...to "PhotoTV HD," DATA CD /DATA DVD containing MP3 audio tracks/ JPEG image files only is inserted, and the player is connected to a TV by HDMI cord. • You ... mode, the wipe, rotation, zoom, and effect functions are displayed on "JPEG RESOLUTION" setting in "HDMI SETUP" (page 61). Notes • Some JPEG files, especially progressive JPEG files or JPEG files of subtle textures and colors. The options for "EFFECT" appear. 3 (...
Operating Instructions
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...TYPE: 16:9 SCREEN SAVER: 16:9 BACKGROUND: 4:3 LETTER BOX BLACK LEVEL: 4:3 PAN SCAN BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT): OFF PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT ONLY): OFF MODE : (PROGRESSIVE) AUTO 4:3 OUTPUT: FULL Options 54US The Control Menu appears. 2 Press X/x to...1 ( 5) STOP DVD VIDEO QUICK CUSTOM RESET QUICK SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: 16:9 SCREEN SAVER: ON BACKGROUND: JACKET PICTURE BLACK LEVEL: ON BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT): OFF PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT ONLY): OFF MODE : (PROGRESSIVE) AUTO 4:3 OUTPUT:...," "CUSTOM SETUP," "AUDIO SETUP," or "HDMI SETUP." Then press ENTER.
...TYPE: 16:9 SCREEN SAVER: 16:9 BACKGROUND: 4:3 LETTER BOX BLACK LEVEL: 4:3 PAN SCAN BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT): OFF PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT ONLY): OFF MODE : (PROGRESSIVE) AUTO 4:3 OUTPUT: FULL Options 54US The Control Menu appears. 2 Press X/x to...1 ( 5) STOP DVD VIDEO QUICK CUSTOM RESET QUICK SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: 16:9 SCREEN SAVER: ON BACKGROUND: JACKET PICTURE BLACK LEVEL: ON BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT): OFF PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT ONLY): OFF MODE : (PROGRESSIVE) AUTO 4:3 OUTPUT:...," "CUSTOM SETUP," "AUDIO SETUP," or "HDMI SETUP." Then press ENTER.
Operating Instructions
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...screen TV. ON OFF Sets the black level of the connected TV (4:3 standard or wide). Use this when the picture becomes too white. 4:3 PAN SCAN 56US ON OFF Turns on the TV screen when the player is black. ◆ BLACK LEVEL Selects the black level (setup level) for the ... : (PROGRESSIVE) AUTO 4:3 OUTPUT: FULL ◆ TV TYPE Selects the aspect ratio of the output signal to turn off the screen saver. Settings for more than COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/HDMI OUT. BLACK The background color is in pause or stop mode or while playing a CD or DATA CD (MP3 audio)/DATA DVD (MP3 audio...
...screen TV. ON OFF Sets the black level of the connected TV (4:3 standard or wide). Use this when the picture becomes too white. 4:3 PAN SCAN 56US ON OFF Turns on the TV screen when the player is black. ◆ BLACK LEVEL Selects the black level (setup level) for the ... : (PROGRESSIVE) AUTO 4:3 OUTPUT: FULL ◆ TV TYPE Selects the aspect ratio of the output signal to turn off the screen saver. Settings for more than COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/HDMI OUT. BLACK The background color is in pause or stop mode or while playing a CD or DATA CD (MP3 audio)/DATA DVD (MP3 audio...
Operating Instructions
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... Setup Display. LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks - OFF The influence of being at a live performance. ◆ DOWNMIX (DVDs only) Switches the method for mixing down when playing a DVD that is only output as an audio component or MD deck with a digital input jack. If the signal is encrypted for..." (page 45). Select "DOLBY DIGITAL," "DTS," and "48kHz/96kHz PCM" after setting "DIGITAL OUT" to "ON." DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)/ HDMI OUT jack only when "DOLBY DIGITAL" is not effective if you connect a Dolby Digital or DTS-compliant device via the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL...
... Setup Display. LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks - OFF The influence of being at a live performance. ◆ DOWNMIX (DVDs only) Switches the method for mixing down when playing a DVD that is only output as an audio component or MD deck with a digital input jack. If the signal is encrypted for..." (page 45). Select "DOLBY DIGITAL," "DTS," and "48kHz/96kHz PCM" after setting "DIGITAL OUT" to "ON." DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)/ HDMI OUT jack only when "DOLBY DIGITAL" is not effective if you connect a Dolby Digital or DTS-compliant device via the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL...