o Connection 2: Connection through the speakeroutput terminalsWhen “Assign Mode” (v p. 190) is set to “ZONE2” in the menu,ZONE2 audio is output from the SURROUND BACK speaker terminal. .(L)(R)This unitMAIN ZONEZONE20 The 2-channel PCM signal input from the analog audio connector, HDMIconnector or digital connectors (OPTICAL/COAXIAL) can be played back inZONE2.0 If you want to play back HDMI signals other than 2-channel PCM in ZONE 2, set“HDMI Audio” to “PCM”. (v p. 207) The output from a device connected to theinput source selected for ZONE2 can be automatically converted to 2-channelPCM.In this case, the MAIN ZONE audio will also be converted to 2-channel PCM if theMAIN ZONE and ZONE2 are set to the same input source. However, dependingon the playback device, the playback signal may not be converted to PCM even ifthis setting is configured.o Connection 3 : Connection using an externalamplifierThe audio signals of this unit’s ZONE2 audio output connectors areoutput to the ZONE2 amplifiers and played on these amplifiers. .AUX INRLMAIN ZONE ZONE2Power amplifierThis unitContents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix143Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index