Patent ID: 7491093
Filing Date: 2009-02-17
Classification: H01R

Abstract:
1. A distribution module for converting between symmetrical and asymmetrical data transmission paths, the distribution module comprising: a housing, in which at least one transformer is arranged for impedance matching; a first plug connector having first contacts coupled to at least one asymmetrical data cable; and a second plug connector having second contacts coupled to at least one symmetrical data cable, the second plug connector being configured to connect to the first plug connector; the first and second contacts being arranged on first and second end faces, respectively, of the housing, wherein the first end face is oriented in a first direction and the second end face is oriented in a second, opposite direction; wherein the second contacts include at least one RJ45 plug connector, wherein the first and second end faces of the housing have different widths, the second end face being narrower than the first end face, and wherein annular or forked contacts are arranged on the housing, each annular or forked contact having an open side facing in the second direction.