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Connecting a digital audio system
The TV’s
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
terminal outputs a
Dolby
®
* Digital
or 2-channel down-mixed PCM
(pulse-code modulation) signal for use with an external
Dolby
®
Digital decoder or other external audio system
with optical audio input.
You will need:
•optical audio cable (Use an optical audio cable that has
the larger “TosLink” connector and not the smaller
“mini-optical” connector.)
To control the audio:
1
Turn on the TV and the digital audio device.
2
Press
Y
on the remote control to open the
SETUP
menu.
3
Press
B
or
b
to select
AV connection
and press
T
.
4
Press
B
or
b
to select
Digital Audio Output
, and
then press
C
or
c
to select either
Auto
or
PCM
(
-
“Selecting the optical audio output format” on
page 53).
Note:
•
Some audio systems may not be compatible with Dolby
Digital bitstream signals. Older audio systems that are
not compatible with standard optical out signals may
not work properly, creating a high noise level that may
damage speakers or headphones. THIS DAMAGE IS
NOT COVERED BY YOUR WARRANTY.
•
The
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
terminal may not output
some digital audio sources because of copy
restrictions.
•
The Dolby Digital format is only available when tuned to
a digital RF channel.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
Connecting an audio system
This connection allows you to use external speakers
with an external analog audio amplifier to adjust the
sound level.
You will need:
•standard audio cables
To control the audio:
1
Turn on the TV and the stereo amplifier.
2
Minimize the sound volume from the TV’s built-in
speakers and control the volume level using the
amplifier’s remote control.
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Chapter 2: Connecting your TV