how do i get tru HD and dts hd on my onkyo sr705/ps3??

[My_Two_Cents]

Originally Posted by BrendonR

SOOOO....


right now i've got an HDMI from PS3 to yamaha 6160/HDMI from 6160 to LCD. Output settings are set to Linear PCM on the PS3 through HDMI.

IF!

I add a digital optical cable (which i have already) to the ps3-6160 and change the audio input (receiver) and output (ps3) to the optical cable (& bitstream)..... I can make that little "trueHD" or "DTS MA" symbol light up on my 6160?

Thanks
BrendonR

No. The PS3 cannot bitstream HD audio codecs, and never will (unless redesigned). You will only get HD audio by setting the PS3 to LPCM and sending audio over HDMI. DO NOT connect an optical cable, as you will only get lossy DD and DTS if you bitstream. The only way you'll see the lights on your receiver is if you purchase a stand-alone player capable of bitstreaming HD audio. But why bother? You're getting it now with your current setup.