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Microphone Wiring
We created this page to help people understand that not all microphones are wired the same way. For
example, just because two different microphones are 4 pin does not mean that they are wired the same,
even if they are the same brand! Different manufacturers may wire their microphones differently.
Generally, a radio manufacturer will wire their microphones the same so that the microphones are
interchangeable between their radios, however, this is not always the case.

For example, Cobra 4 Pin radios are wired 1) Shield 2) Audio 3) Transmit 4) Receive while Midland 4 Pin
radios are wired 1) Audio 2) Shield 3) Receive 4) Transmit. There are some radio brands that have the
same general wiring (such as Cobra and Uniden) but that is not always the case.

The list below offers some microphone wiring information. Mic wiring can be frustrating enough, but when
you can't find the right wiring info, it is just impossible. We will continue to try to get all the information
that we can listed on this page.

Radio Mic Wiring Diagram

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The chart and image above are correct for these models:

(Extra NOTE: The popular Astatic 636L-DX1X is compatible with these)

Galaxy CB Radios
DX919
DX929
DX939
DX949
DX959
DX979
DX44V
DX55V
DX66V
DX77V
Cobra CB Radios
19 DX IV
148 GTL
18 WX ST II
19 DX IV Camo
25 LTD
25 LX
25 NW LTD
25 WX NW ST
29 LTD Chrome
29 LTD Classic
29 LTD DE
29 LX
29 LX Camo
29 NW LTD
29 WX NW ST

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Uniden CB Radios
PC68ELITE
PC68LTW
PC68XL
PC78ELITE
PC78LTW
PC78XL
PRO505XL
PRO510XL
PRO520XL
Midland CB Radios
1001LWX
5001
9001Z

Wiring for the C29 LX MAX and the C29LTDBT:

1) Ground
2) Audio
3) Transmit
4) Receive
5) BT Button
6) BT Microphone
ADDITIONAL MIC WIRING DIAGRAMS

Pin-End Views

Cobra 4 Pin
Midland 4 Pin
TX = ?, MOD = ?, REC = ?,
TX = White, MOD = Red, REC = Blue, Shield/Common = Shield/Common = ?
Braid/Black

Cobra 5 Pin

TX = White, MOD = Red, REC = Blue, Shield = Braid, Common

= Black

Wiring Color Codes for Astatic 6 Wire Microphones:

White - Audio
Shield - Ground
Blue - Common for Switching
Red - Push to Talk (Transmit)
Black - Receive

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Yellow - Receive Ground (not normally used)

NEW information - 6/26/18

6 Pin President Microphone DNC520 Microphone Wiring:

WIRING OF MIC CABLE:

1. Modulation
2. RX
3. TX (Up/Down)
4.
5. Ground
6. Power Supply

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Having troubles with your microphone?

Make sure the connections are tightened.
Ensure that the microphone pins on the radio are making a connection with the microphone plug. If
need be, you can very gently spread the pins with a small flathead screwdriver.
Make sure your CB mic is plugged in securely. Check for breaks or damage to the plug and cord. Check
the pins in the radio for damage as well.
Be sure you are pressing the CB microphone button all the way in.
If it is a power mic or echo mic, make sure there is a battery in it!
Visit our Troubleshooting Radios Article for other helpful information.

Comments

I have a Ronald 10 meter radio. I want to install a Road King 56. Can anyone tell me the pin wiring
and wire color. Thanks

Edward Janowetch
04/20/2019, 06:39 PM
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Hi, I have a K-PO DMC 110 and need the wiring diagram for a CRT SS6900N, can anyone help.

Thanks in advance.

Den
07/08/2018, 01:19 AM
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Good evening.
Hello, I have a HG M84W Noise Cancelling mic, the wood grain. I bought on line was going to put it
on my Cobra 29LTD Chrome but it doesn't work. I tried taking it apart and looking online for info,
and for some reason this mic is a mystery, not 1 video from anyone on how these mics are wired or
how to wire them. It is a 4 pin, the colors of wire are red, white, black, yellow, green. Not any
ground wires or shielded. It has a small transformer, ( no markings). Red and black from mic. Don't
really have the time or money to take it to a shop is the reason for trying it myself. Any help would
be greatly appreciated.

James Edwards
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