DTS Neo:X format promises 11.1-channel sound for 3D home cinemas
HCC News Team - 10 March 2011 - 10:51am
First shown at the recent CES, DTS has been talking more about its 11.1-channel Neo:X audio format.
Somewhat like Dolby's ProLogic IIz, which adds “height” speakers above the front channels, DTS Neo:X is seen as a natural accompaniment to 3D video.
“We see it as a complement to 3D technology, and people can configure it in a couple of different ways to really have an engaging experience,” says Geir Skaaden, VP, North American licensing operations for DTS. “Neo:X was designed with the goal of generating an additional dimension ‘height’ to traditional 7.1 surround sound playback, while maintaining a natural three-dimensional sound field consistent with the artist intent of the original mix.”
Of course, initially there will be no discs with 11.1-channel soundtracks - at the moment it's difficult enough to find 7.1-channel material. So initially, Neo:X would be taking 2.0/5.1/6.1/7.1 formats and converting them to 9.1/11.1 in order to deliver discrete effects to the additional channels.
In an 11.1 speaker configuration, the height speakers would help to convey effects and background music, while width speakers would expand the front sound stage and enhance front-to-side actions.
“Neo:X has been designed with great flexibility so people that have an existing 7.1 system can either add four new speakers or reconfigure their existing speakers to generate height playback,” says Skaaden. “For those planning their home theater, this is another option if they’re looking for the ultimate home audio experience.”
DTS plans to produce 11.1 demo content in time for the first Neo:X A/V receivers to ship in the second quarter of this year. Brands such as Onkyo are tipped to be the first to market with the new technology
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אבל נראה פתרון הכי טוב זה חדר יעודי (ללא קשר ל- 11.2 או- 7.1 או- 9.2...)