Lachdanan0121 Posted April 10, 2016 Share Posted April 10, 2016 What cable is used for this? I have been trying to find an answer, but I really can't, and looking at it looks like some kind of RJ-45. Is there a specific type of cable that connects the Helix Rack to the floor controller? Or would any Cat6, or Cat5 cable work? Thanks, I just want to make sure I have everything I need in my order. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phil_m Posted April 10, 2016 Share Posted April 10, 2016 It's a regular Cat5e cable (Cat6 would work as well). The cable comes with the controller, so you don't need to worry about buying one, unless you just want a backup - which wouldn't necessarily be a bad idea. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spikey Posted April 10, 2016 Share Posted April 10, 2016 So without a "Fox and Hound" available atm I assume its wired 1 to 1? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lachdanan0121 Posted April 10, 2016 Author Share Posted April 10, 2016 Oh thanks for the response, this is good news. I will indeed use 2 cables. I will have them routed different ways. 1st cable: under my studio desk, 2nd cable: routed to take the cable a longer way around to where the mic stand will be placed for recording. As I plan on using the controller to control the Helix from the mic stand, that way I don't always have to go back and forth between the unit, and the mic. This way I can just unhook the cable, and move the controller, then hook the 2nd cable up, and switch them out at the back of the Helix Rack.(which will be easily accessible) Depending on which position I am working at. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phil_m Posted April 10, 2016 Share Posted April 10, 2016 So without a "Fox and Hound" available atm I assume its wired 1 to 1? Yep, it's not a crossover cable or anything like that. Just plain old ethernet cable. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spikey Posted April 10, 2016 Share Posted April 10, 2016 TY Phil! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterHamm Posted April 10, 2016 Share Posted April 10, 2016 If you want a rugged cable with solid connectors, the Line 6 VDI cable works well for this.http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/VDI?adpos=1t1&creative=105744828601&device=c&matchtype=b&network=g&gclid=CNXYlMSNhcwCFRIoaQodAKIFjw 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lachdanan0121 Posted April 10, 2016 Author Share Posted April 10, 2016 If you want a rugged cable with solid connectors, the Line 6 VDI cable works well for this. http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/VDI?adpos=1t1&creative=105744828601&device=c&matchtype=b&network=g&gclid=CNXYlMSNhcwCFRIoaQodAKIFjw I don't really need it to be rugged, not at that price for an ethernet cable. Its strictly for studio use anyway. I can get the Cat6/Cat5 cables that I need both for like $12 total. Hell, I prolly have a few extra lying around. But I appreciate it though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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