Products Of SDDS

Overview of Product Range

*DFP-3000 SDDS Cinema Processor System:
Cost effective all in one SDDS and analog system consisting of DFP-D3000 Decoder.

*DFP-2500 SDDS Sound System:
SDDS processor system that supports the full SDDS 8 format consisting of DFP-R3000 Reader and DFP-D2500 Decoder.

Technical Information Of SDDS

SDDS channel arrangement with 5 front channels, 2 surround channels and a subwoofer channel or "5/2.1".
Original format used: 8 micrometre square data bits. Final format used: 24 micrometre square data bits.

History Of SDDS

SDDS was developed for Sony under contract with Semetex Corp., located in Torrance, California. Although originally slated to premier with Hook, the SDDS project was delayed and instead premiered on June 17, 1993 with the Arnold Schwarzenegger film Last Action Hero. Since then, over 1,400 movies have been mixed in Sony Dynamic Digital Sound, and as of early 1999 over 6,750 movie theaters were equipped with SDDS.

Sony Dynamic Digital Sound

 SDDS stands for Sony Dynamic Digital Sound, which is a cinema sound system developed by Sony. Digital sound information is recorded on both outer edges of the 35 mm film release print. The system supports up to 8 independent channels of sound: 5 front channels, 2 surround channels and a sub-bass channel.

THX Certified Products

THX works with consumer electronics manufacturers to design and build the finest home audio and video products. Through proprietary performance requirements and advanced technologies, THX enables home entertainment products to deliver stunning sound and visual performances.

THX Certified Cinema

What better way to escape from reality than by going to the cinema? The more immersive the performance, the more you enjoy the feature presentation. This is where a cinema built to THX standards comes into play. Born from George Lucas’ vision to improve cinema performance, a THX Certified Cinema lets you sit back, relax and be whisked away into a truly captivating entertainment experience.