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Toslink and SPDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) are related but not the same. SPDIF is a digital audio interface standard that can transmit audio signals in either electrical (coaxial) or optical (Toslink) formats. Toslink specifically refers to the optical version of SPDIF, which uses fiber optic cables to transmit audio signals as light. Therefore, while all Toslink connections are SPDIF, not all SPDIF connections are Toslink.
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Where can one purchase a Toslink cable?
A Toslink Cable can be purchased through Staples, both in their physical stores and online. Amazon and Ebay also offer a wide range of Toslink Cables.
What do optical cables do?
They are capable of running 5.1 surround sound in one convienient pin. Toslink cables are capable of 7.1 and also run on one pin.
Are optical and spdif cables the same?
No, optical cables use light to transmit audio signals, while S/PDIF cables use electrical signals. Optical cables are most commonly used with devices like home theater systems, whereas S/PDIF cables are found on a variety of audio equipment like TVs and CD players.
When was TOSLINK created?
TOSLINK was created in 1983.
Is spdif multichannel?
SPDIF can carry stereo (2 channels) of audio.
Which connectors are used for digital SPDIF audio?
S/PDIF is the domestic digital audio standard, developed by Sony and Philips. It is normally carried on a copper cable using RCA (phono) connectors or with an optical fiber using TOSLink connections. Both interfaces carry the same data and can be considered equivalent to each other. One does not offer better quality than the other.
What sort of cables do you need to connect your soundcard to your stereo?
Cabling will vary depending on your specific stereo and soundcard -- analog RCA, digital COAX, and SPDIF are most common.
What is rear panel optical jack?
A rear panel optical jack, often referred to as a TOSLINK or SPDIF jack, is an audio connection interface found on devices like televisions, sound systems, and computers. It uses fiber optic cables to transmit digital audio signals in a high-quality format, minimizing interference and signal degradation. This type of connection is commonly used to connect components such as DVD players to surround sound systems or soundbars, providing clear audio output.
Can you use toslink HDTV connection to computer speakers?
Yes...get a toslink (male) to a 3.5 mm (female) adapter. Easy as pie.
Where can one find additional information about toslink switch specifications?
Toslink switch specifications can usually be found on product descriptions on most websites that sell computer products. Sewell Direct is an example of a site that sells Toslink switches and also provides their specification.
What is the difference between a toslink fiber optic audio cable and a fiber optic digital interconnect cable?
A Toslink IS a Fiber Optic Digital Interconnect cable
Can you purcchase a cable that would have SPDIF plug on one end and two RCA plugs on the other?
It's not straightforward to convert between SPDIF and a stereo pair of RCA plugs. SPDIF is a digital standard (SPDIF is an acronym for Sony Philips Digital Interface) and a pair of RCA plugs is analogue. It is possible to buy adaptors that convert from one to the other; if you search for SPDIF to analogue (or analog) convertor with google, you'll find a selection.
