TOSLINK Last modified: Tuesday, June 27, 2006
A proprietary fiber optics signal connection system, commonly used in audio applications. A TOSLINK connector provides a distortion-free connection between a digital source and digital receiver or recorder. TOSLINK is a registered trademark of Toshiba.
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