– 13 – ENEnglishConnection to an Audio SystemStereo systemNOTES (for Method 2 only):• When using an AV amplifier with a built-in decoder (AV control centre), Dolby Digital, DTS, or MPEG decoder as shown inthe Method 2, set DOLBY DIGITAL, DTS or MPEG to BITSTREAM accordingly for audio output in the setup menu (refer topage 30). Set it to PCM for the decoder that is not used currently. Playing back a DVD using incorrect settings may generatenoise distortion, and may also damage the speakers.• The audio source on a disc in a Dolby Digital Multi-channel surround format cannot be recorded as digital sound by an MDdeck or DAT deck.• Set DOLBY DIGITAL, DTS and MPEG to PCM, for audio output in the setup menu for connecting to an MD deck or DATdeck (refer to page 30).• Harsh noise that could harm your ears or the speakers is generated when a DVD recorded in DTS is played back whileusing a decoder, etc., that is not DTS-compatible.• When playing back a copyright-protected 96kHz (88.2kHz) linear PCM DVD, the digital sound will be down sampled at48kHz (44.1kHz), even if you set LPCM SELECT to OFF (refer to page 30).• Super Audio CD sound is not output from the DIGITAL OUT jacks.AUDIODVDAudio InputJacksDigital AudioInput JacksAUDIO OUT(analogue)DIGITAL OUT• Method 1 DVD Player + Stereo system• Method 2 DVD Player + AV amplifier with a built in decoder (AV control centre), Dolby Digital decoder, DTS decoder,MPEG decoder, MD deck or DAT deckMethod 1 Method 2CONNECTIONSThe following shows examples of connections commonly used to connect the DVD player to TV and other com-ponents. If using this DVD player to play back a DVD in a Dolby Digital Multi-channel surround or DTS surroundformat, the DVD player outputs a Dolby Digital or DTS data stream from its OPTICAL or COAXIAL DIGITALOUT jacks. By connecting the player to a Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG decoder, you can enjoy more convinc-ing, realistic ambience with powerful and high-quality surrounding sound of a professional standard which canbe heard in movie theatres. Use an Optical (commercially available) or Audio Coaxial Digital cable (commer-cially available) for the audio connections.NOTES:• Be sure to turn off the power to all components in the system before connecting another component.• Refer to the Instruction Manuals for your TV, stereo system and any other components to be connected to theDVD player.Optical cable (commercially available)• Optical cable (commercially available) may be damaged when bent at sharp angles. Ensure cables are coiled in loops with adiameter of 15 cm or more when storing them.• Use a cable which is 3 m or shorter.• Insert cable plugs firmly into the connectors when making connections.• If a plug has dust or is dirty, clean it with a soft cloth before inserting it into a connector.AV amplifier with a built in decoder(AV control centre),Dolby Digital decoder,DTS decoder, MPEG decoder,MD deck or DAT deckAudio cable(supplied)Optical cable(commerciallyavailable)Audio CoaxialDigital cable(commerciallyavailable)or