myerston@cts.sri.com (08/08/89)
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....