- Use shielded RJ45 connectors.
- Use premium quality CAT-5 STP or S/FTP cable.
- Ensure the connector shield is properly bonded to the cable shield.
Standard RJ45 Connector Pinout
| PIN | WIRE COLOR |
|---|---|
| 1 | Orange / White |
| 2 | Orange |
| 3 | Green / White |
| 4 | Blue |
| 5 | Blue / White |
| 6 | Green |
| 7 | Brown / White |
| 8 | Brown |
Pin Configuration for Balanced Audio Connection
| PIN | FUNCTION | WIRE COLOR |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Left channel (+) | Orange / White |
| 2 | Left channel (–) | Orange |
| 3 | Right channel (+) | Green / White |
| 4 | Ground | Blue |
| 5 | Reserved | Blue / White |
| 6 | Right channel (–) | Green |
| 7 | –15 V (optional) | Brown / White |
| 8 | +15 V (optional) | Brown |
Pin Configuration for Unbalanced Audio Connection
| PIN | FUNCTION | WIRE COLOR |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Left channel (+) | Orange / White |
| 2 | NC | Orange |
| 3 | Right channel (+) | Green / White |
| 4 | Ground | Blue |
| 5 | Reserved | Blue / White |
| 6 | NC | Green |
| 7 | –15 V (optional) | Brown / White |
| 8 | +15 V (optional) | Brown |
Adapter Patches for Conventional Audio Connectors
RJ45 to Unbalanced RCA
RJ45 to Balanced XLR
RJ45 to Balanced TRS
