LM317 and LEDS

[imagineerdan]

I would like to use the LM317 to regulate voltage out of the prop one to these micro smd leds I am playing with. They are extremely low current and about 2 volts for fwd voltage. I have found many sites which try to illustrate how one assembles this simple circuit but I cannot follow the diagram (see link below)

http://www.whatcircuits.com/lm317-calculator/

Is there a simple drawing using the actual component shapes or images of the actual components so I can understand how to recreate this circuit? I am more of a visual person so this would be hugely helpful!

Thanks in advance :)

[JonnyMac]

I've just come in off set and am tired, but this should help -- though it's not a practical layout of the components vis-a-vis real estate.

[livinlowe]

I've just come in off set and am tired, but this should help -- though it's not a practical layout of the components vis-a-vis real estate.

Well, sounds like you got another acting gig! Congrats Jon!

[JonnyMac]

Not acting on this one, but having fun nonetheless.  Checkout "The Guild" at www.watchtheguild.com -- I'm shooting behind-the-scenes video and stills for season #3; next week I'll be doing some electronics (blinking lights) and a some practical effects. 

[imagineerdan]

Jon, That works beautifully!

[EricTheMannn]

ha ha It's really cool to know someone that works on stuff I watch, Fantastic job Jon! just don't get to famous for all of us here!

-Eric

[Ryanm0085]

can i ask what you are trying to make?