Not sure if this is the right place to ask this sort of question, but here goes. I have a Vectronics AM transmitter I built from a kit, and I need to make a stereo to mono converter cable, I've read about using resistors or something, I need more detailed information, maybe a diagram. Appreciate if anyone can help.
The general idea is that you want to sum together the Left and Right channels. This can indeed be done with resistors, but the exact values may depend upon the particulars of your circuits. The simplest method is to drive the mono input through a resistor from each stereo channel. 10k ohms is a good value to start with for each, and you probably don't want to go lower than 1k (unless the stereo source is intended for phones or speakers). This may be all you need, or you may need a third resistor across the mono input if there is isn't one internally before the input coupling capacitor. Try 10k for that too.
If you want to adjust the relative Left/Right balance, you can replace the two stereo-line resistors with a potentiometer, again try a 10k pot. Connect the wiper (center terminal) to the mono input, and the other two terminals to the stereo lines.
Best regards,
Bob Masta DAQARTA v3.50 Data AcQuisition And Real-Time Analysis
Thanks. I think I've got it figured now.
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