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Connecting a digital audio system
The TV's DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal outputs a Dolby
Digital g or 2-channel down-mixed PCM (pulse-code
modulation) signal for use with an external Dolby
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.)
Dolby Digital decoder or
other digital audio system
Optical
LINE IN
Audio IN
L
R
TV back panel
To control the audio:
1
Turn on the TV and the digital audio device.
2
Press Y on the TV's remote control and open the Audio
menu.
3
Highlight Audio Setup and press T.
Audio
Digital Audio Selector
Audio Settings
Advanced Audio Settings
Audio Setup
4
In the Optical Output Format field, select either
Dolby Digital or PCM, depending on your device
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(
"Selecting the optical audio output format" on
page 48).
Audio Setup
PC Audio
HDMI 1 Audio
MTS
Language
Optical Output Format
Dolby Digital
Dynamic Range Control
Reset
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*
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Digital
No
Auto
Stereo
English
Dolby Digital
Compressed
Done
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.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby, and the double-D symbol are registered 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
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Analog audio amplifier
LINE IN
L
R
TV back panel
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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