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Cardas Golden Reference - Reterminate?

I've got a long set of CGR cables (XLR) that I plan to slice into smaller, uneven chunks to fit my new system configuration (all single-ended). I'm very capable of re-terminating the cables, and believe that I would likely improve on the termination job that even factory-terminated cables provide (i've carefully studied their work). I have all the necessary connectors, solder, solder pot, iron, rosin, etc.

What I'm seeking is instructions for the main conductors. I'm aware of what to do with the shield & ground/drain wires. However, I'm not sure how to wire the 3 main conductors? That is, 2 for hot & one for ground - or vice-versa?

Help is very much appreciated!

Thanks!
ecamel

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ecamel OP
13 posts
 
Musicnoise, you're correct, the cables are already terminated with XLRs and I'm converting to RCAs. You've answered my question, although it's the opposite of what I expected. I would have thought that the center conductor would take two conductors instead of one?

Also, to be clear, I'm assuming that the shield conductors are soldered to the sleeve on one end and the two ground wires are connected to the other.

Thanks again!
ecamel OP
13 posts
 
Musicnoise,

I've found information on the web that discusses the wiring needed to *convert* XLR to RCA, which is identical to the instructions you describe above.

I'm wanting to understand, however, if the internal wiring of the CGR reflects this as well (1 conductor for hot, 2 for ground on RCAs).

I really appreciate your help!
ecamel OP
13 posts
 
Technique is important in removing the coating on the litz wires - simply ensure that all conductor tips are covered with flux and dip into a solder pot. I'm very capable and successful at this (strictly a hobby!)

I'm still left with uncertainty about wiring - I have 3 main conductors and need to determine how many go to hot and how many to ground. I suppose it doesn't matter too much, limitations likely to the lowest common denominator (single conductor).
ecamel OP
13 posts
 
I appreciate the fact that resale value only would exist if Cardas did the termination. This, of course, is an option (have Cardas 're-terminate & certify') now and after my own termination procedures.

I remain confident about my abilities, as I've done this a lot (with Cardas Golden Cross, to great success, which is an bigger pain in the butt w/more conductors than CGR). Wiring instructions would be greatly appreciated, if available.

I'll likely bite the bullet now instead of waiting to spend the cash (>$600) to have them made 'sale-able' (terminated & certified by cardas).

Thanks to all for the replies!
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