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Subject: RJ-XX Connectors
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Date: 7 Aug 89 18:01:00 GMT
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          Roy Smith writes:  "Nor is there anything like an
          RJ-patch-it-yourself kit...."
          Well....actually there >are< kits to install the plugs
          [there aren't that many variations, 2,4,6 and 8 positions]
          which consist of the plugs and a termination tool.  AMP and
          GMP are two that come to mind.
          With one of these, some and
          some modular installation jacks
          [many varieties are available with screw-type or punch-down
          terminals, and the wire [Satin-ribbon flat cable] you can
          fabricate any bizarre "adapter" you may want.
          Some of the
          "which-pin-is-which-pair" issues are still not standarized.
          Particularly the 8 pin connectors where AT&T and Bellcore
          are advocating different schemes for pairs 3 and 4.  A fun
          time to be in Telecom....