connected to the other end vs connected on the other end

Both phrases are correct, but their meanings are just slightly different. 'Connected to the other end' implies a connection from one point to another, while 'connected on the other end' suggests a connection specifically at the other end of something.

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connected to the other end

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to describe a connection from one point to another, indicating that something is linked or joined to the other end of a particular object or system.

Examples:

The cable is connected to the other end of the device.
Make sure the wire is connected to the other end securely.

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I mean, we don't even know who Chloe is connected to on the other end, if-if she's safe.
The reference cable is plugged into the back of the vehicle unit, and the other end connected to the motion sensor.
Both connected to the top ends of the zipper.
The restraint is then connected to the free end adult safety belts.
The pressure relief valve under test is to be connected to the discharge end of the flowmeter.
The test sample is to be connected to the outlet end of the piezometer.
The metal end bosses connected to the non-metallic liner shall be of a material compatible with the service conditions specified in paragraph 4 of this annex.
Furthermore, the retail market to end customers connected to the medium, high and very high voltage grid is not subject to regulated prices.
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Her clear likeness to the young white slave who posed for Delacroix inspired our writer to use her in a few tableaux, executions or preliminary torture, more or less connected to her tragic end, of which exist, as you know, many versions.
A rib displacement transducer (part No 4i) can be installed on the spine box mounted part of guide system (part No 4e) and connected to the outer end of the guide system at the sensitive side of the rib.
At first l was a bit intimidated, but in the end we connected.
If it turns out that these cases are not connected, the cooperation ends.
If I took this strip of paper, twisted it, and wrapped it half around, connected the ends together, it would be sort... sort of a circle.
Wherever a connection exists in a transport network, all connected link ends and the optional node that take part in this connection have to be positioned at a distance of less than the connectivity tolerance from each other.
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Sir, the new information about the cases, how they're connected - at the end of all this, Reddington is the target.
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One end of the flexible fuel line shall be attached to a reciprocating manifold and the other end shall be attached to a stationary manifold connected to a hydraulic supply.
Interpol has him connected to a string of high-end robberies throughout Europe.

Alternatives:

linked to the other end
attached to the other end
joined to the other end
plugged into the other end
fastened to the other end

connected on the other end

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to specify a connection at the other end of something, indicating that the connection is made specifically on that side of an object or system.