TECHNICAL NOTE

RJ45 wiring for RS485 port

How to build a RS485 cable with RJ45 connectors for remote control of Powersoft amplifiers

Powersoft amplifiers use RJ45 connectors as RS485 port, this document explains how to realize a typical
cable for this application.
Please note that is possible to use any cable wired following the Ethernet straight-through standard, 110
Ohm cables, following RS485 protocol, are suggested even if with good quality microphone cables it is
possible to reach fairly long distances (about 400/500 m).

Standard color code for RJ45 connector for Ethernet use Pin numbering on RJ45 plug
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Standard RJ45 wire patching for straight-through cable for Ethernet use

Powersoft RJ45 connector wiring where Vext is generated by Powersoft proprietary Hub for remote power on/off of the amplifier

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