DMX SET UP (continued)
5-Pin XLR DMX Connectors. Some manufactures use 5-pin DMX-512 data cables for DATA transmission in
place of 3-pin. 5-pin DMX fixtures may be implemented in a 3-pin DMX line. When inserting standard 5-pin
data cables in to a 3-pin line a cable adaptor must be used, these adaptors are readily available at most
electric stores. The chart below details a proper cable conversion.
Conductor
Ground/Shield
Data compliment (- signal)
Data True (+ signal)
Not used
Not used
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3-Pin XLR to 5-Pin XLR Conversion
3-pin XLR Female (Out)
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
5-pin XLR Male (In)
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
Do Not Use
Do Not Use