PS3 firmware 2.30 adds DTS-HD Master, High Resolution Audio

[nikos]

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2008/...e-walkthrough/ http://blog.us.playstation.com/2008/...e-walkthrough/
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We know you’re all patiently waiting for the next PS3 firmware update, ver. 2.30, which includes the revamped PLAYSTATION Store.
I have more good news to report today – the system software update will also add DTS-HD Master Audio output for Blu-ray videos, which means the high-definition visuals of Blu-ray will now be matched with the highest quality audio for the ultimate movie-watching experience on PS3.

DTS-HD Master Audio is literally bit-for-bit identical to the studio master recording and makes movie soundtracks and sound effects truly come to life. The technology delivers audio at the incredibly high rate of 24.5 mega-bits per second (Mbps) on Blu-ray disc, which is significantly higher than standard DVDs. DTS-HD Master Audio also offers 7.1 audio channels at 96k sampling frequency/24 bit depths, so you’ll be totally immersed in the sound. The firmware update will add DTS-HD High Resolution Audio as well, which is a similar output technology that requires less disc space. You can read more about both codecs here. "

Looks like the PS3 is the best Blu-Ray player after all....

I think its time I add it to my collection next to the 360.
N

[Race Car Driver]

The PS3 has been hands down the winner in the BR battle IMO. The support is next to nothing. I have never seen or heard of such backing.

[georgev]

When is the firmware coming out?

[Dmantis]

The PS3 has been hands down the winner in the BR battle IMO. The support is next to nothing. I have never seen or heard of such backing.

I can't agree with you more. It's also the fastest loading.

[Chris D]

Should see the firmware on 15 April, just 3 days! Tuesday!

[cxc21]

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2008/...e-walkthrough/ http://blog.us.playstation.com/2008/...e-walkthrough/
Quote"
We know you’re all patiently waiting for the next PS3 firmware update, ver. 2.30, which includes the revamped PLAYSTATION Store.
I have more good news to report today – the system software update will also add DTS-HD Master Audio output for Blu-ray videos, which means the high-definition visuals of Blu-ray will now be matched with the highest quality audio for the ultimate movie-watching experience on PS3.

DTS-HD Master Audio is literally bit-for-bit identical to the studio master recording and makes movie soundtracks and sound effects truly come to life. The technology delivers audio at the incredibly high rate of 24.5 mega-bits per second (Mbps) on Blu-ray disc, which is significantly higher than standard DVDs. DTS-HD Master Audio also offers 7.1 audio channels at 96k sampling frequency/24 bit depths, so you’ll be totally immersed in the sound. The firmware update will add DTS-HD High Resolution Audio as well, which is a similar output technology that requires less disc space. You can read more about both codecs here. "

Looks like the PS3 is the best Blu-Ray player after all....

I think its time I add it to my collection next to the 360.
N

How will the PS3 put out the DTS-HD master audio? Decode internally and output 5.1 or 7.1 analog? As PCM on the HDMI connection?

[Chris D]

For now, (and unless the PS3 gets HBR capability someday in the future) the PS3 will decode DTS-MA internally and output as decoded PCM over HDMI. The PS3 doesn't have multichannel analog outputs.

[Azeke]

The 2.30 version is currently available, I guess it's time to update the firmware and test the results. Only wish it had multi-channel outputs to test the DTS-HD capability. Oh well, you can't have everything, where would you put it. Thanks for the headsup.

Peace and blessings,

Azeke

[Hdale85]

Your receiver doesn't support PCM over HDMI?

[maseline_98]

Your receiver doesn't support PCM over HDMI?

Mine doesn't, but i wish it did....I would have definitely snagged a ps3 up if that was the case....but would be truly ideal is if sony would release a 'dongle' of sorts with 7.1 analog outputs....if that was the case, they would have had my $600 long ago...

[Azeke]

Unfortunately, neither does mine, the HDMI is video only.

Peace and blessings,

Azeke

[maseline_98]

Does it matter what version of HDMI a receiver has(I might actually purchase a receiver with HDMI 1.2, but I want to make sure I'm not buying obsolete technology).

EDIT: Nevermind....found a google answer...guess i'm not buying that receiver...

[littlesaint]

Does it matter what version of HDMI a receiver has(I might actually purchase a receiver with HDMI 1.2, but I want to make sure I'm not buying obsolete technology).

EDIT: Nevermind....found a google answer...guess i'm not buying that receiver...

My receiver is 1.2. No problems at all. You only need 1.3 if you want bitstream audio, which is not necessary if your player can decode HD audio, like the PS3.

[maseline_98]

My receiver is 1.2. No problems at all. You only need 1.3 if you want bitstream audio, which is not necessary if your player can decode HD audio, like the PS3.

Can it do TrueHD and DTS-HD MA? The model I was looking at was the Marantz SR-8001 to replace my SR-8400(strange going backwards in model number brings new features).

[littlesaint]

Can it do TrueHD and DTS-HD MA? The model I was looking at was the Marantz SR-8001 to replace my SR-8400(strange going backwards in model number brings new features).

The receiver doesn't have to if your player decodes it internally. All the receiver has to support is multi-channel PCM over HDMI which is part of the HDMI 1.1 spec.

There are players that do not decode internally, so you'd have to check, but in the case of the PS3 which does not output bitstream anyway, an HDMI 1.3 receiver is not necessary.

[georgev]

Does the PS3 send the decoded HD content only via the HDMI or also via the optical out?

[cxc21]

Toslink protocol doesn't have the bandwidth for HD master audio.

[georgev]

So the only way to make use of the PS3's decoding capability is to have a receiver/pre pro that can decode it via HDMI?

[Chris D]

Yes.