About the iMac G5 Sound Output port

  • Last Modified: August 31, 2004
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Learn about the Sound Output port of your iMac G5.

Products Affected

iMac

The iMac G5 can use the following connectors for sound output through the Headphone Out/Optical Audio Out port located on the right side of the back of the computer:

  • 3.5mm metal analog mini-jack

  • 3.5mm plastic optical mini-jack to Toslink cable

These cables are available from the Apple Store.

Note: If you connect or disconnect the audio cable while sound is playing, there may be a delay transferring the sound to the new destination speakers. If you are playing a QuickTime movie while doing so, you may need to pause and restart your movie to ensure proper sync between audio and video.

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