ENGLISH53 CAUTIONS ON HANDLING4 FEATURES• Switching the input function when input jacks are notconnectedA clicking noise may be produced if the input function is switchedwhen nothing is connected to the input jacks. If this happens, eitherturn down the MASTER VOLUME control or connect componentsto the input jacks.• Muting of PRE OUT jacks, HEADPHONE jack and SPEAKERterminalsThe PRE OUT jacks, HEADPHONE jacks and SPEAKER terminalsinclude a muting circuit. Because of this, the output signals aregreatly reduced for several seconds after the power switch isturned on or input function, surround mode or any other-set-up ischanged. If the volume is turned up during this time, the output willbe very high after the muting circuit stops functioning. Always waituntil the muting circuit turns off before adjusting the volume.• Whenever the power switch is in the STANDBY state, theapparatus is still connected on AC line voltage.Please be sure to unplug the cord when you leave home for,say, a vacation.1. Dolby DigitalUsing advanced digital processing algorithms, Dolby Digitalprovides up to 5.1 channels of wide-range, high fidelity surroundsound. Dolby Digital is the default digital audio delivery system forNorth American DVD and DTV.2. DTS (Digital Theater Systems)DTS provides up to 5.1 channels of wide-range, high fidelitysurround sound, from sources such as laser disc, DVD andspecially-encoded music discs.3. 24 bit D/A ConversionAll six channels, including the five main channels and the lowfrequency effects (LFE) channel benefit from reference, foroptimum high fidelity reproduction of music and moviesoundtracks.4. Video Select FunctionAllow you to watch one source (visual) while listening to anothersource (audio).