What is aux in and aux out?

Use the AUX input to connect audio devices directly to your speaker. Audio devices with a compatible 3.5mm
3.5mm
Common uses of phone plugs and their matching sockets include: Headphone and earphone jacks on a wide range of equipment. 6.35 mm ( 1⁄4 in) plugs are common on home and professional component equipment, while 3.5 mm plugs are nearly universal for portable audio equipment and headphones.
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AUX output plug can be connected, like MP3 players, smartphones, and tablets. Insert one end of the AUX cable into the AUX input on the bottom of your speaker.
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Can AUX in be used as AUX OUT?

no, an input can't be changed to an output.
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How does AUX in and AUX out work?

An aux-in (or auxiliary-in) socket in your car is a 3.5mm jack into which you can plug anything that has a standard headphone connection. It sends sound to the multimedia system, enabling you to 'stream' music from a device through the car's speakers.
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What is the difference between AUX input and output?

If you can connect headphones to your amp, then your amp has a headphone output. A signal is traveling out of the amp and into the headphones. The “aux in” jack on your amp, however, is just that--an input. The signal from your mp3 player, CD player or other outboard devices is traveling into the amp.
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What is the difference between AUX in and line in?

Is Aux-in The Same As Line-in? Line signal level is 1 volt and aux level is 0.3 volt. Aux level is close, but not the same thing. Aux inputs can be found on consumer products like Bluetooth speakers and home theater systems.
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Is aux in and audio in the same?

There is no difference but the name. Both would be designed to be used with a source that puts out about 2v max. If an input is labeled "phono" it may have a phone preamp connected for turntables that do not have one built in or it may be a line level audio input labeled for use with a turntable with a preamp built in.
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Is aux input same as mic?

The Auxiliary input is designed for an amplified signal such as what is output from a smartphone headphone output. In order to use a microphone with the Aux input, it would need to be used with a microphone preamplifier before the signal gets to the Livemix Aux in.
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What is AUX output used for?

Aux outputs are similar to line outputs and are often used to send an additional output from a stereo amplifier or mixing console to a separate recording device.
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Can I plug headphones into AUX IN?

Graviton: Yes, no problem. headphone level out of portable devices can be made compatible with an aux in (or line in) by adjusting the volume on the player. If your volume is too high you'll get distortion, but there's no risk of damage or any other serious problems.
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What is AUX in for?

An aux input is a simplistic audio connection identical to the headphone socket. By pairing with an Aux-In cable, the interface allows you to input sound from any media device.
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Can you connect 2 speakers with an aux cord?

Connect the AUX Splitter to the Source Device

Also known as a “y” splitter, it allows you to divide an audio signal between two devices, and it's not difficult to install. It typically comes with two 3.5mm outputs that allow you to connect speakers or headphones to the jack your device is connected to.
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How do I connect my aux to my speakers?

Insert one end of the AUX cable into the AUX input on the bottom of your speaker. Insert the other end of the AUX cable into the AUX output port on your audio device.
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Is aux a Bluetooth?

An Aux (auxiliary) connection refers to any secondary wired connection but is commonly associated with the 3.5 mm headphone jack. Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that connects keyboards, headsets, speakers, controllers, and other peripheral devices to a host computer like a laptop, phone, or tablet.
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Can I connect MIC to aux input?

Yes you can plug or put your microphone into an Aux input but In order for you to use your microphone with an Aux input in most cases, you'll need to use a pre-amplifier because Auxiliary inputs by design, work with amplified signals.
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What is the difference between line in and line out?

Consumer electronic devices concerned with audio (for example sound cards) often have a connector labeled line in and/or line out. Line out provides an audio signal output and line in receives a signal input.
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Can I use headphone jack as audio out?

Short answer: No. The Headphone Jack is designed as an output only.
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What's the difference between audio in and audio out?

An input device sends/inputs information to a computer system, while an output device receives/reproduces information outputted by a computer system. Think of the computer I/O (input/output) when determining whether a device is an input or output device.
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Is AUX good for soundbar?

You can use AUX, but it's not the best solution for many soundbars. AUX only supports 2.1 channels of audio, while digital optical supports 5.1 channels, and HDMI can support over 7.1 channels of audio. AUX (analog connection) will never be as good as Digital Optical or HDMI (digital connection).
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Which is louder Bluetooth or AUX?

In general, auxiliary sound is more capable of producing a higher quality noise when compared to Bluetooth.
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Is USB or AUX better for music?

USB cords are generally more convenient and deliver better sound, but are only available on digital systems. Aux cords are useful in situations where there is no USB or digital interface, like an old car, record player, or home theater receiver.
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How do I connect an AUX cord to my home stereo?

How to connect a portable audio player to a stereo system using an audio cable.
  1. On the portable player, connect the appropriate end of the audio cable to the HEADPHONE or LINE OUT jack. ...
  2. On the stereo system, connect the audio cable to the LINE IN, AUX IN, or REC IN jack.
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What is AUX in home theater?

Alongside the inputs for various players such as Blu-ray players and connections for the speakers themselves, the most important input on the amplifier or compact system is called AUX or auxiliary. This is simply an audio input to which you can connect players of your choice.
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