You can't connect the digital output from your tv to your Ayre because the AX-7 doesn't have a dac. If you have a cable or sat box, you may be able to get analog audio out of that. Otherwise you'll need to get a dac.
How to convert TV optical output to XLR
I am looking at a new TV set that outputs digital audio via an optical cable and I need to input the optical cable into my Ayre AX-7e Integrated amplifier that takes XLR. It seems all new TV’s output using optical cable (and no longer use RCA plugs).
How do I convert the optical output to XLR? Does this extra step degrade the signal? Do you have any recommendations?
How do I convert the optical output to XLR? Does this extra step degrade the signal? Do you have any recommendations?