MSI Z97 GAMING 9 AC Manual - Manual (Page 24)

Chapter 1
1-10 Getting Started
Optical S/PDIF-Out
This S/PDIF (Sony & Philips Digital Interconnect Format) connector is provided for
digital audio transmission to external speakers through an optical fiber cable.
HDMI Port
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The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an all-digital audio-video interface
that is capable of transmitting uncompressed streams. HDMI supports all types of TV
formats, including standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel
digital audio on a single cable.
DisplayPort
DisplayPort is a digital display interface standard. This connector is used to connect a
monitor with DisplayPort inputs.
Important
This platform supports dual-display function.
HDMI+DisplayPort
Extend mode
(Extend the desktop to the second and third monitor)
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Clone mode
(Monitors have the same screen)
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Audio Ports
These connectors are used for audio devices. The color of the jack refers to the
function of the connector.
Line in: Used for connecting external audio outputting devices.
Line out: Used as a connector for speakers or headphone.
Mic: Used as a connector for a microphone.
RS-Out: Rear surround sound line out in 4/ 5.1/ 7.1 channel mode.
CS-Out: Center/ subwoofer line out in 5.1/ 7.1 channel mode.
SS-Out: Side surround sound line out in 7.1 channel mode.
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