DIN-5 (180) MIDI Connector
5-pin 180-degree DIN connector used for MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) communication at 31.25 kBaud. Only pins 2, 4, 5 are used for MIDI; pins 1, 3 reserved.
Aliase:DIN 5, MIDI Connector, 5-Pin DIN, DIN 41524, MIDI IN, MIDI OUT, MIDI THRU
DIN-5 180 Socket (Front View, MIDI Standard)
5 Pins
Pinout Table5
| Pin | Signal / Name | Type | Alternative Functions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NC | NC | Not Connected (reserved, do not use) |
| 2 | Shield | Ground | Cable Shield / Ground (connected on MIDI OUT only) |
| 3 | NC | NC | Not Connected (reserved, do not use) |
| 4 | Current Source | Digital | MIDI Current Source (+5V through 220 Ohm on MIDI OUT) |
| 5 | Current Sink | Digital | MIDI Current Sink (data signal, opto-isolated on MIDI IN) |