I would make short adapting extensions with XLR male+female connectors. And those to be used as disconnect/connect without shorting.
The audio jack/plug will always stay inserted. The probe cable connector will have then, a XLR plug/jack. No alterations to your original equipment.

probecable----------------------connector-->>--connector-------XLRm---->>----XLRf------connector-->>panel connector

"Connectors" are your current audio type. Blue are the adapting short extensions. Red is now the troubling connection.

There is also miniature XLR if preferred.
Both sizes ----> http://www.kvconnection.com/v/vspfiles/photos/K-X3MMX3M-15-2.jpg

Solved ?

 

Thanks for the response Externet,
But as mentioned earlier, everything has to be these standard audio connectors, so I am looking for a solution that can accommodate them.

 

Ok so I was able to solve this problem simply but putting in a 220 ohm resistor on the 5V rail, thats all it took!

The device now no longer resets, thanks again!