PlayStation 97003 User Guide - Page 7

Preparation Hints • The DVD player's progressive scan mode is only available when playing a disc recorded in NTSC format, and viewed on a TV that supports progressive scan (480p). • You cannot connect the console to a TV with component video inputs that are exclusively for HDTV use (Y PB PR). Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV for details. Connecting digital audio equipment By using a commercially available optical digital cable, you can enjoy surround sound with the effect of being in a movie theatre or a concert hall. When connecting the console to audio equipment with digital connectors, refer to the instructions supplied with the device to be connected. Console rear Connected device DIGITAL IN OPTICAL Commercially available optical digital cable Hints • If you connect the console to audio equipment using an optical digital cable, it may affect the audio output of some PlayStation®2 format software with the result that no sound is produced. If this happens, use a cable such as the supplied AV Cable and connect it to the console's AV MULTI OUT connector. Do not use an optical digital cable. • After connecting digital audio equipment, set "Digital Out (Optical)" to "On" in the System Configuration menu. For details, see "Digital Out (Optical)" ( page 33). Connecting digital audio equipment 7