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Connection
Connecting to an amplifier/AV receiver
You can connect this player to an amplifier/AV receiver to enjoy digital surround
sound. With this player, the audio connection can be made using either one of
the following methods depending on the capabilities of the amplifier/AV receiver
you connect.
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HDMI connection
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Digital audio connection
NOTE
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Be sure to turn off this Player and the equipment before making any connections.
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For details on output of audio formats, see page 54.
HDMI connection
HDMI cable
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TV
HDMI cable
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Amplifier/
AV receiver
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Commercially available
NOTE
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When using an HDMI output, 7.1 ch Digital Output is available.
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Audio transmitted in DTS-HD High Resolution Audio and DTS-HD Master Audio
formats is output from the HDMI terminal as Bitstream. Connect an amplifier with a
built-in decoder to enjoy the fine sound quality.
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When a connection to a 3D TV is made via an amplifier/AV receiver, it is necessary to
connect to a 3D compatible amplifier/AV receiver.
If the amplifier/AV receiver is not 3D compatible, connect the HDMI cable to the TV
directly while connecting the player and the amplifier/AV receiver using an optical
digital cable.
Digital audio connection
You can connect an amplifier/AV receiver using an optical digital audio cable
(commercially available).
Optical digital cable
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Amplifier/AV receiver
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Commercially available
NOTE
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When using OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT, 5.1ch Digital Output is available. (7.1ch
Digital Output is not available.)
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After connecting
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If necessary, perform the Audio Video Settings. (Pages 42–43)
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Prepare the desired disc or content and start playback. (Pages 25–34, 55)