Editing Pinout (section)

== Representation ==
The pinout can typically be shown as a table or diagram. However, it is necessary to clarify how to view the diagram, stating if it shows the backside of the connector (where wires are attached) or the "mating face" of the connector. Published pinouts, which are particularly important when different manufacturers want to interconnect their products using [[open standards]], are typically provided by the connector or equipment manufacturer. However, some pinouts are provided by 3rd parties since the manufacturer does not well document some connectors.

While repairing electronic devices, an electronics technician uses [[electronic test equipment]] to "'''pin out'''" each component on a [[Printed circuit board|PCB]]. The technician probes each pin of the component in turn, comparing the expected signal on each pin to the actual signal on that pin.