...etc. S/PDIF is based on the professional AES3 interconnect standard. • S/PDIF signals are carried over two types of cables. The first is a 75-ohm coaxial cable with orange RCA connectors. The second is a fiber cable with TOSLINK connectors.

...board space. • Thinner cables • Serial ATA also uses thinner cables (no more than 6.3mm wide) that are available in longer lengths (up to 1 metre) as well as an improved connector design to reduce crosstalk. It also offers hot-swappable capabilitie...

Fibre Optic Connectors. • Fibre Optic Connectors • The ST® connector • , which uses a bayonet locking system, is the most common connector. • The SC connector • features a moulded body and a push- pull locking system. • The FDDI connector • co...