thanks @imhififan @lewm, this is helpful info, and what I was looking for. In your last response, I assume ANY ONE of the three, and NOT ALL three, correct?
Can I use a multi-meter to test the polarity coming out of the Thorens via XLR?
thx, gem
XLR Pinouts on Thorens TD1601
Looking for technical data on the Thorens TD-1601 XLR pinouts, and also have questions about phase.
I use a Accuphase E-380 Integrated Amp where the XLR inputs use the "European" standard of: 1=GND 2=COLD 3=HOT. FYI: The so-called "American" standard is 1=GND 2=HOT 3=COLD.
I cannot find pinout diagram in the Thorens manual or elsewhere. The turntable was purchased from Thoman Music and shipped to me from Germany, if that makes a difference.
The connection passes through a Schitt Skoll Phono Preamp, XLR balanced on both sides, which uses "American" 1=GND, 2=HOT 3=COLD. NOTE: Different than the Accuphase Integrated.
I am hoping this thread does not devolve into a discussion of European vs American nomenclature, or why these differences came to be. I just want to hook up my Schitt correctly. 😁
Thanks.
thanks @imhififan @lewm, this is helpful info, and what I was looking for. In your last response, I assume ANY ONE of the three, and NOT ALL three, correct? Can I use a multi-meter to test the polarity coming out of the Thorens via XLR? thx, gem |
Yes, any one will do.
Disconnect the cartridge from the tonearm leads, use an ohmmeter, a probe on the red lead of the tonearm, and a probe on pin 2 or pin 3 of the right channel XLR socket to see which one has continuity. |