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DIN 5-Pin (Audio, European)

The 5-pin DIN 180-degree connector was used as the audio connector on European hi-fi equipment (tape decks, amplifiers, turntables) in the 1970s–80s, before RCA phono became universal. Carries stereo audio in and out.

// Specifications
Standard
DIN 41524
Connector
DIN 5-pin 180-degree
Signals
Stereo audio in and out
Region
Europe (Germany standard)
Compatibility
Different wiring schemes exist
Status
Legacy, largely replaced by RCA
// Pin Reference Table
Pin Name Function Type
1 Output Right Right channel output (to amplifier) ADC
2 GND Common ground GND
3 Output Left Left channel output ADC
4 Input Right Right channel input (from source) ADC
5 Input Left Left channel input ADC