Can I connect USB Micro-B to S/PDIF Coaxial?

USB Micro-B and S/PDIF Coaxial are not directly compatible. You will need a Active adapter to connect them.

Do I need an adapter for USB Micro-B to S/PDIF Coaxial?

Yes, you need a USB Micro-B to S/PDIF Coaxial adapter to connect USB Micro-B to S/PDIF Coaxial.

Will connecting USB Micro-B to S/PDIF Coaxial cause signal loss?

No significant signal degradation is expected when connecting USB Micro-B to S/PDIF Coaxial.

USB Micro-B ↔ S/PDIF Coaxial

Compatibility check and signal path analysis

Adapter Required

These connectors are not directly compatible. An adapter or converter cable is needed.

Recommended: USB Micro-B to S/PDIF Coaxial adapter

Signal Path

USB Micro-B USB

Adapter

S/PDIF Coaxial Audio

USB Micro-B

Family USB

Form Factor Thin trapezoidal

Pin Count 5

Reversible No

S/PDIF Coaxial

Family Audio

Form Factor Circular push-fit (orange/black)

Pin Count 1

Reversible No

Notes

USB Micro-B to S/PDIF Coaxial: USB can drive audio through a DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter) adapter. Many USB audio interfaces and headphone adapters exist. The USB Micro-B (USB) and S/PDIF Coaxial (Audio) are from different connector families.