Tip-ring-sleeve Terminology
| Unbalanced mono in/out | Unbalanced mono insert | Balanced mono in/out | Unbalanced stereo | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tip | Signal | Send or return signal | Positive/hot | Left channel |
| Ring | Ground or no Connection | Return or send signal | Negative/cold | Right channel |
| Sleeve | Ground | |||
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