What exactly IS a Lightning to 30-pin adapter?

Hi everyone, first post here.
So, this week (hopefully), my Product Red, engraved, 5th Gen iPod touch is coming in. Although I didn't order a Lightning to 30-pin adapter, I may get one for Christmas. I have a Sony iPod Docking station (only works with earlier gens). Does the Lightning to 30-pin adapter have 30-pin on bottom and Lightning on top? So, like, it just plops right onto the Dock and then put my iPod 5th gen on top?
Thanks for any help.
Itoucherdude

This 30-pin to lightning dock adapter should be compatible with most of the docks.
http://store.apple.com/uk/product/MD823ZM/A/lightning-to-30-pin-adapter
this is UK store lin so you may want to check your coutrly apple store.

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