These cables are considerably more susceptible to interference and
grounding problems than the two-conductor cables shown on the
previous page. The two-conductor arrangements should be used
whenever possible.
Unbalanced Stereo Connections
Some equipment is manufactured with a single jack for two-channel
transmission, usually for stereo headphones or microphones. These
jacks have three conductors; one signal conductor for each channel,
1 2
3
XLR Male
or Female
2 Conductor shielded cable
Sleeve
Tip
Stereo
Plug
Ring
1 2
3
Left
Channel
Right
Channel
1 2
3
XLR Male
or Female
Single conductor shielded cable
Sleeve
Tip
Stereo
Plug
Ring
1 2
3
Left
Channel
Right
Channel
1 2
3
XLR Male
or Female
2-conductor shielded cable
Sleeve
Tip
Stereo
Plug
Ring
1 2
3
Left
Channel
Right
Channel
Preferred:
Figure 3-20. Stereo unbalanced cable connections
3 Operation
External Connections Operational Overview
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