An RCA jack (also known as a female RCA jack) is an easy-to-wire audio interface that is used for numerous audio applications. A single RCA jack will transmit a mono audio signal, so this type of connection is beneficial to use with headphones in situations that only require a mono signal. Examples of this can be found in amateur radio applications, where it's not necessary to hear a stereo signal.
Instructions
1. Strip the wire leads on the end of the wire leading from your audio output. Take off enough insulation that you have 3/8 inch of bare wire exposed on each wire lead.
2. Slip the end of your wire's positive lead through the positive terminal of the RCA jack. Hold your soldering iron's tip against this junction until it is hot enough that solder flows into the joint when applied. Remove the soldering iron and allow the joint to cool.
3. Slip the negative lead from the audio source through the negative tab and solder the joint as described in Step 2. Allow the joint to cool. Connect your headphone's male RCA jack to the RCA jack to establish the connection and use your headphones.
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