How to Switch Optical to Bitstream on PS3

The PlayStation 3 can output audio to a TV or home stereo system via composite, HDMI or digital optical cables. If you're using a digital optical cable with your PS3, you have the option of using either bitstream audio or linear PCM when playing Blu-ray or DVD movies. Bitstream audio lets you transmit audio encoded in high-quality Dolby Digital surround sound from your PS3.

Things You'll Need

• PlayStation 3
• Digital optical fiber optic audio cable

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Go to the "Settings" column of the PS3 main menu and select "BD/DVD Settings." The PS3 should display a number of options related to the video and audio output settings for Blu-ray and DVD playback.

   • 2

     Select "BD Audio Output Format (Optical Digital)" from the list.

   • 3

     Select the "Bitstream" option when given the choice between bitstream and linear PCM.