Digital Optical cable is also known as a TOSlinkTM connector. It carries the digital S/PDIF audio standard, which can transmit stereo audio or compressed 5.1/7.1 channel surround sound, all in one cable. This Maplin TOSlink Optical Audio Cable is an audio cable commonly used when connecting high-quality digital-grade equipment in the home and DJ audio systems, PC audio, and in speaker systems for TVs and games consoles.