Optical (TOSLINK) Output
Optical TOSLINK output count states how many TOSLINK connections send digital audio to another device.
The signal travels optically, and the connector count is separate from supported formats and sample rates. Other optical formats, such as ST or an SFP network connection, are not TOSLINK outputs.
Optical (TOSLINK) Output — CD Transport
On a CD transport, this output sends the disc’s digital audio to an external DAC. The DAC performs the analogue conversion, while the transport provides a supported digital stream.
Compare the output’s supported format and rate with the receiving optical input. Do not infer the optical limit from another interface’s maximum, or count an optical input as an output.
Optical (TOSLINK) Output — DAC
On a DAC, this digital output can pass a selected input onward or provide the output of a built-in USB or network conversion function. It remains digital rather than carrying the DAC’s analogue conversion result.
Compare the output’s supported format and rate with the receiving optical input. Do not infer the optical limit from another interface’s maximum, or count an optical input as an output.
Optical (TOSLINK) Output — Streamer
On a streamer, this output sends supported network or file playback to an external DAC. Its format limits can differ from those of the streamer’s other digital connections.
Compare the output’s supported format and rate with the receiving optical input. Do not infer the optical limit from another interface’s maximum, or count an optical input as an output.
Optical (TOSLINK) Output — USB Reclocker
On a USB reclocker, this output sends a supported digital audio stream to the next component. Its connection and signal format must match the receiving DAC rather than merely resemble the source-side input.
Compare the output’s supported format and rate with the receiving optical input. Do not infer the optical limit from another interface’s maximum, or count an optical input as an output.
Optical (TOSLINK) Output — Upscaler
On an upscaler, this output carries a supported processed audio stream toward the DAC. The highest rate the processor can generate may exceed the limit of this particular output.
Compare the output’s supported format and rate with the receiving optical input. Do not infer the optical limit from another interface’s maximum, or count an optical input as an output.
Optical (TOSLINK) Output — SACD Transport
On an SACD transport, this output feeds a compatible external DAC. Available output formats can depend on the disc or playback mode; SACD playback alone does not guarantee DSD transfer through this connection.
Compare the output’s supported format and rate with the receiving optical input. Do not infer the optical limit from another interface’s maximum, or count an optical input as an output.