Pop Quiz: July 2005

Test your knowledge of AV connectors.

TRUE OR FALSE

• “XLR” stands for Cannon “X” series, with latch and rubber compounds on the female end.
• The DVI-D dual-link connector has twice as many contacts as a DVI-D single-link connector.
• In a fiber optic transmission system, the connectors can be a significant source of insertion loss.
• A Speakon and PowerCon connector are basically the same thing and can be used interchangeably.

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