TosLink/Optical Audio Splitter Adapter Review

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Splitter, by definition, is a device that splits a signal between two paths. A common "Y" splitter for headphone jacks is a common example. That is what this device is labeled, a audio fiber optic splitter for home audio systems.
A fiber optic sound splitter? Think about it. Would using it as a splitter be practical? For example, I personally don't plug my Xbox into two different, active surround sound systems at the same time.
However, using this fiber optic splitter in reverse--Like switching the surround sound's optical input between a blu-ray player and an game console. Now, to me, that sounds useful. My Use:
I don't use this device as a splitter. I use it in reverse, a switch to flip-flop between my blu-ray and my xbox. They are connected to the same TV, so I only use one of them at a time. When my blu-ray player is on, my xbox is off, so the xbox's fiber optic audio does not interfere with the sound coming from the player. When I use my xbox, the blu-ray is off for the same reason.
So, this fiber optic "splitter" is excellent for switching between two media devices when only one surround-sound audio optic port is available. This "splitter" allows me to switch between two sources without unplugging cables and wearing out connections on both the cables and the audio receiver. For this, it works great!
If you decide to use it as a switch, you will need three cables total: 1 for plugging each media player into this audio splitter and 1 more to connect the splitter to the surround sound.
The Good:
Is an excellent "Y" switch. I've noticed no decrease sound quality while using this splitter (compared to not using one).
The Bad:
Not all fiber optic audio cables fit in the device. I bought a cable at this link http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002MQGOA/ref=oss_product and it's connectors are too loose and short to fit in either my blu-ray or this fiber optic splitter. Instead, I use a set of fiber optic cables branded "Phillips" (bought at walmart), and they fit and work just fine--not that the brand necessarily has to do with the performance of the audio cable. It's just a reference.
Y'all have a good one.

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