[lipidicman]

Hi

I need to connect a line level signal into my Tivoli model 1

Trouble is the signal end up so much louder than when you are using it as an FM radio. I want to reduce the signal

What resistance do I use (Line inputs seem to have high kOhm impedence) and how do I construct the cable (1/8" to 1/8"): that is does the resistor go inline in series or between the signal and ground, in parallel?

 

[ATAT]

Make a voltage divider...

Left channel to R1 to Attenuated left channel to R2 to ground

Right channel to R3 to attenuated right channel to R4 to ground.

R2/(R1+R2) = R4/(R3+R4)=attenuation factor.

 

[lipidicman]

That's it! Of course

I have a PhD, but you can tell it is not in electronics!

I found this (with your suggestion, thanks!)
http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu...ic/voldiv.html

OK, so the ratio gives the attenuation. Any input on the absolute values of R1 and R2. This wont change the attenuation, but is there a sensible choice for what the output expects to 'see'. The line inputs are normally kOhm impedence aren't they?