Oehlbach Red Opto Star M Fibre-Optic Cable
7,00 €
Oehlbach Red Opto Star M is an unterminated fibre-optic digital audio cable for optical connections between home cinema components. Each cable length measures 1.00 m and has a diameter of 4 mm. Its flexible, round construction makes routing behind equipment easier. The cable is designed to be terminated with a Red Opto Star CO TOSLINK connector when assembling the optical signal path.
Oehlbach Red Opto Star M is an unterminated fibre-optic digital audio cable designed for connecting home cinema components. Each cable length measures 1.00 m and has a diameter of 4 mm. This is an installation cable that can be terminated with the matching Red Opto Star CO TOSLINK connector.
This model is worth choosing when an optical connection of a specific length is required and the cable ends will be assembled during installation. It is not a factory-terminated lead with connectors already attached. Before ordering, check that the 1.00 m length is sufficient and plan for the appropriate connectors.
Purpose and use
The cable carries a digital audio signal optically between separate home cinema components. It is intended to create one optical connection between a signal source and a receiving device.
The equipment at both ends must have the appropriate optical digital audio connections. This cable does not replace an analogue audio cable and is not designed to carry an electrical signal. Its purpose is to provide a fibre-optic path for a digital audio signal.
The one-metre cable length is suitable for components positioned a short distance apart.
Construction and practical benefits
The internal conductor is made from optical fibre. Because the signal is transmitted optically, the cable must be terminated correctly before it can be connected to the equipment.
A plastic sheath covers the cable along its entire length. Its black finish coordinates with the cabling commonly used for home cinema components and remains discreet behind the equipment.
The cable has a round profile and is highly flexible, making it easier to route behind components and through a planned installation path.
The 4 mm diameter helps when planning cable placement inside a confined equipment compartment. Before installation, check that there will also be enough room behind each component for the TOSLINK connector itself. The connector housing will usually require more space than the cable.
Connector selection and assembly
The specified matching connector for this cable is the Red Opto Star CO TOSLINK connector. It is used to terminate the cable when creating a ready-to-connect optical link. Compatibility with other connector types has not been established for this model.
Before assembly, determine whether connectors need to be fitted to both ends of the cable. The final usable length should also be checked after termination. The cable itself is one metre long, so it is not suitable for an installation path that requires a longer cable.
Once assembled, one end of the cable connects to an optical digital output. The other connects to the corresponding optical input. The connector should be inserted straight and must not be forced in the wrong orientation.
Planning the route in a home cinema system
This model is intended to connect separate home cinema components. Before routing it, measure the complete path between the equipment connections rather than measuring only the straight-line distance between the devices. A cable will usually run behind a shelf or cabinet, so bends and changes of direction use part of the available length.
Leave a loose, gentle curve near both ends of the cable. This helps reduce mechanical strain at each connector. The cable should not be wound into a very tight loop or pressed against a sharp cabinet edge.
If the system requires several separate optical connections, each signal path needs its own cable. This cable is not a signal splitter and cannot combine several sources into a single input.
Points to consider before choosing
Check whether 1.00 m is sufficient for the intended route and whether you plan to terminate the cable specifically with Red Opto Star CO connectors.
Choose this product when you need an optical cable that will be assembled as part of the installation rather than a lead that can be connected immediately. This format allows connector installation to be planned around the particular cable route in a home cinema system.
Technical specifications
| Model | Oehlbach Red Opto Star M |
|---|---|
| Product type | Unterminated fibre-optic digital audio cable |
| Purpose | Optical digital audio connections between home cinema components |
| Unit length | 1.00 m |
| Cable diameter | 4 mm |
| Internal conductor material | Optical fibre |
| Sheath material | Plastic |
| Cable shape | Round |
| Flexibility | Highly flexible |
| Colour | Black |
| Specified assembly connector | Red Opto Star CO TOSLINK connector |
FAQ
Can this cable be connected straight away?
No. It is an unterminated cable length, so the designated TOSLINK connectors must be fitted before it can be connected.
Which connector should I choose to terminate the cable?
The designated connector for this model is the Red Opto Star CO. Compatibility with other connectors should not be assumed when planning the assembly.
Is one metre enough for a connection behind the equipment?
It is sufficient only if the complete planned cable route does not exceed 1.00 m. This cable length is not suitable for a longer route.
Are TOSLINK connectors included?
The available store description does not confirm that connectors are included. The Red Opto Star CO is specified as the suitable connector for assembling the cable.
Is the cable suitable for analogue audio connections?
No. It is designed for an optical digital audio connection and does not carry an analogue electrical audio signal.
Can it connect several devices at the same time?
One assembled cable creates a single signal path between two corresponding optical connections. Each additional signal path requires a separate cable.
When should I choose an unterminated cable?
It is suitable when the connectors will be installed as part of planning a specific cable route. If you need a ready-to-connect lead, choose a factory-terminated model.
