very confused

[callas01]

Originally Posted by matt2009

hi everyone i have been given a sony str-de445 5.1 set up but i only plan on using it as a 3.1.
the receiver has no hdmi so i connected it up to my ps3 using an optical cable could anyone tell me what settings i should be using on the ps3/receiver to get the best sound i can from blu rays . or if anyone can suggest another way to set it up that would be great .

i have searched through the posts on site but its just plain confusing

thanks in advance

Unfortunately you will only be able to get the standard DD and DTS audio, no HD audio or LPCM. I believe the setting is direct under audio options.