Install Instructions
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What is an RJ-11 Modular Plug?
Telephones use patch cords to connect to the
wall outlet.. The cables are terminated with an
RJ-11 Modular Plug. RJ-11 is a 2 pair or 4 wire
connector which supports up to 2 phone lines.
All phone cords are wired where the two ends
of the cable are wired exactly opposite of
each other.
CAT 5e
CAT 3
Front View of Jack
T = Tip
R = Ring
Slot #
Banded-Stripe Wires
Solid-Stripe Wires
T2 R1 T1 R2
T2 R1 T1 R2
Front View of Plug
Both ends of a reversed wired phone cord
Front View of Jack
T = Tip
R = Ring
Slot #
Banded-Stripe Wires
Solid-Stripe Wires
T2 R1 T1 R2
T2 R1 T1 R2
Front View of Plug
Both ends of a reversed wired phone cord
CAT. NO. 30-496
Terminating Telephone
Modular Plugs










