XLR jacks are used commonly in professional audio equipment. Different kinds of jacks are available, such as the mono and stereo jacks. They are versatile, and offer efficient and longlasting durability during on-stage and broadcast performances.
Connecting a Mono XLR Jack
Connect the ground wire of an insulated audio cable to the sleeve point of the jack, which is its longer part. Connect the other two wires to the pin that carries the signal to the tip of the jack. It carries a positive charge. Use the soldering iron to solder the connected wires.
Connecting a 3 Pin XLR jack
Connect the ground wire of the insulated audio cable to the sleeve point located at the back of the XLR jack. Carefully attach the red (positive) wire to the tip point of the jack that carries the positive signal. Connect the third wire lead to the ring point of the jack to establish the negative signal. Solder the connections using a soldering iron.
Considerations
Run the cover of the jack over the cable before soldering the connections. Be careful while using the soldering iron.
Make sure that the positive and negative leads are attached to their respective pin points on the XLR jack.
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