Toslink
Term · Computing and IT · MLC-T-CMP-001242
A standardized optical fiber connection system for digital audio signals. It uses a fiber optic cable to transmit audio data as pulses of light, preventing electrical interference and ground loops. Toslink connections are commonly found on audio equipment like receivers, soundbars, and gaming consoles for transmitting stereo or multi-channel audio.
| Identifier | MLC-T-CMP-001242 |
|---|---|
| Field | Computing and IT |
| Subject | Hardware |
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