While troubleshooting classroom podium signal path issues, technicians often mention electronic devices and components by their brand name (for example Crestron, Scarlett, Behringer, Inogeni). Sometimes referred to as “Phoenixes”, Euroblock terminal connectors are commonly used for disconnectable or pluggable connections, especially in audio, control, and electrical applications. They are often used for microphone and line-level audio signals, as well as for control signals like RS-232.
Context and historical background:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phoenix_Contact
https://www.phoenixcontact.com/assets/2018/interactive_ed/101_1118292/index.html#0
