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Chapter 2: Connecting your TV
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Connecting a digital audio system
The TV’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal outputs a Dolby
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Digital or 2-channel down-mixed PCM (pulse-code
modulation) signal for use with an external Dolby
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Digital
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.)
LINE IN
Optical
Audio IN
L R
To control the audio:
Turn on the TV and the digital audio device.
Press on the TV’s remote control and open the Audio
menu.
In the Optical Output Format field, select either
Dolby Digital or PCM, depending on your device
( “Selecting the optical audio output format” on
page 38).
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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. 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
LINE IN
L R
To control the audio:
Turn on the TV and the stereo amplifier.
Set up a optimum volume level of the stereo amplifier.
Then you can adjust the sound volume level from the
TV’s volume control or the amplifier’s volume control.
Menu item of Speakers can turn to OFF to mute the TV’s
built in speakers.
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Dolby Digital decoder or
other digital audio system
Analog audio amplier