Optical toslink output on TV what is it

Manufacturers of modern TVs have been able to ensure that the audio signal reproduced by the device is clear and loud. However, some owners of a TV receiver are not satisfied with the standard sound and there is a need to output the audio signal to an external system, for example, a home theater.

How can I get sound from my TV?

To simplify connection, all devices are equipped with standard connectors.

REFERENCE! If active acoustics are used, it is not possible to connect directly to the TV receiver.

You can output sound from the TV receiver in the following ways:

• HDMI ACR. This is a universal option, since such an output is available on all modern TV models;
• TOSlink. Optical output capable of reproducing a signal that will not be subject to external influence;
• Digital. Inexpensive connection option. However, if there is an electromagnetic field nearby, the quality of the audio signal will drop significantly;
• "Tulip". The most common connection option. Supports any media systems and formats 5.1 and 7.1. But does not provide good sound quality;

TOSlink - what does it look like and where is it located?

The square connector is small in size and, as a rule, is located on the back cover of the TV receiver. The presence of this output indicates that the device can receive multi-channel audio originally transmitted on the TV. All modern models of televisions and media systems are equipped with an optical audio output.

To connect media systems to a TV receiver using a Toslink connector, a fiber optic cable is required. If you choose a high-quality wire, the connection will be reliable, the audio signal quality will be good, and the operation will be long.

When choosing, you must take into account the characteristics of the device being connected, as well as the connectors available on it.

REFERENCE! It is not recommended to use cables longer than 10 meters. The longer the cable, the worse the sound quality will be.

The connection itself and further settings are very simple. You need to connect all devices using a cable, and in the sound settings of the TV you need to find the “Speakers” item and select “External speakers”.

Connecting the cable and making subsequent settings is quite simple. By performing just a few steps and spending a minimum of time and money, you can get high-quality sound.