TermsDTS
DTS stands for Digital Theater System. DTSR
is a surround system different from Dolby
Aspect ratioDigital that has become a popular surround
Aspect ratio refers to the length to height ratio of TVsound format for movies.
screens. The ratio of a standard TV is 4:3, while the ratio
of a high-definition or wide TV is 16:9. The latter allowsDynamic range
you to enjoy a picture with a wider perspective.
Dynamic range refers to the difference between the
maximum and minimum levels of the audio soundtrack
Chapter number
Chapter numbers are the numbers assigned to sectionsas measured in decibels (dB).
Compressing the dynamic range raises the minimum
of a title on the disc, similar to chapters in a book. If the
disc includes chapter numbers, you can locate thesignal level and lowers the maximum signal level. This
allows you to hear voices and other low level audio
section you want very quickly using search and other
functions.signals clearly while lowering strong audio signals like
the sound of explosions.
Condition memory
MPEG
OCondition� refers to the various mode settings, etc. OnShort for Moving Picture Experts Group. This is an
this player, various conditions, such as those set during
international standard for compression of moving
playback, can be memorized. This function allows you toimages. On some DVDs, digital audio has been
play back the same disc at any time without having to
compressed and recorded in this format.
redo your preferred settings.
Digital bitstreamMulti-angle
When you watch a TV program, you are watching the
The bitstream does not refer to the audio signal, but
image filmed through the TV camera. Because of this,
rather to the digital data that, once converted, becomesthe picture is displayed on your TV from the viewpoint of
the audio signal. The player outputs digital bitstreams via
the digital optical or digital coaxial output. If thethe TV cameraOs position. In a TV studio, the image is
filmed by many cameras at the same time, and one of
bitstream cannot be decoded by the connected AV
amplifier etc., digital noise is produced. Digital bitstreamthose images is selected by the program director and
transmitted to your TV. If all the filmed images were
formats compatible with different entertainment
systems can be selected in the Setup screen Audio 1transmitted to your TV you would be able to select the
camera image you want. Some DVD discs are recorded
menu.
with the angles of more than one camera used for
Digital output (Coaxial)filming, and these can be selected using this player.
These types of discs are called multi-angle discs.
Output of the digital audio signal is transmitted
electronically using a coaxial cable. Because the signalParental lock level
being transmitted is digital, connection must be made to
This function was suggested by parents concerned
the coaxial digital input of another component. Noise willabout what type of media their children were able to
be output if connected to the analog audio inputs as the
watch. Parental lock restrictions are restrictions
digital signal cannot be decoded.incorporated into titles which include scenes that
Digital output (Optical)parents may not wish their children to view.
Normally, audio is converted to an electric signal andPCM
transmitted through an electric wire from the player to
PCM stands for Pulse Code Modulation and is digital
the amplifier, etc. Changing this signal to a digital signal
and transmitting it through an fiber-optic cable is calledaudio. The digital audio of CDs is PCM. This player also
has a function that converts Dolby Digital and MPEG
optical digital output. Similarly, optical digital input
receives digital signals from external units such as an AVdigital bitstreams into PCM to enable you to listen to
quality digital sound even without a special decoder.
amplifier or receiver.
Dolby DigitalPlayback Control (PBC)
This refers to signals recorded on a Video CD (Version
Dolby Digital offers a maximum of 5.1 independent
2.0) enabling playback control.
audio channels. This system is the same as that used inYou can use menus recorded on discs with PBC for
move theaters.
easy, interactive search for desired scenes, and
playback.
1You can also enjoy viewing high-resolution/standard
resolution still images.
This unit has a built-in Dolby Digital decoder. To enjoy
Dolby Digital sound, connect this unit to an AV amplifier
with 5.1 channel analog inputs.
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