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NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE
Due to the hardware limitation, DSD output
is only available from the HDMI 2 OUT port.
To listen to SACD using the HDMI 1 OUT
port, please set SACD Output to PCM.
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4. SACD Output: Allows you to select HDMI the audio output format for SACD
playback.
• PCM – SACD data is converted into multi-channel, high-resolution PCM data.
The converted PCM data is then output through HDMI or the internal DAC (Digital
to Analog Converter) for the analog audio output ports. If you use a receiver that
supports HDMI v1.1 to listen to SACD, please select this option. You may also
want to select this option if you prefer the sound quality of the DSD-to-PCM
conversion.
• DSD – SACD Direct Stream Digital (DSD) data is output over HDMI without any
conversion.
For the analog audio outputs, DSD data is converted into an analog signal directly
by the internal DAC. If you use a receiver that supports HDMI v1.2a with DSD over
HDMI, or you prefer the sound quality of straight DSD to analog, please select this
option.
5. HDCD Decoding: Allows you to set the audio decoding option for HDCD (High
Definition Compatible Digital) discs.
• On – HDCD is decoded by the player. You can enjoy expanded dynamic range
and improved audio resolution.
• Off – HDCD is treated as regular CD. This is useful when the player is connected
to an HDCD capable A/V receiver via a digital audio output link (Coaxial, Optical, or
HDMI) so the A/V receiver can perform HDCD decoding.
WARNING WARNING
WARNING WARNING
If your receiver is capable of HDCD decoding, it is recommended that you set the
HDCD Decoding setting to Off on the Eidos 36U+ in order to avoid decoding HDCD
twice. This will prevent the occasional pop or crackle sounds that occur when HDCD
is decoded twice.
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