Difference between revisions of "Inverter"
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| − | Inverters are | + | Inverters are one of the basic computing elements of an analog computer. They provide '''sign reversal''' of their single input ([[wiki:Additive inverse|Additive inverse]] for real numbers). Mathematically, an inverter performs <code>OUT = -IN</code>. [[The Analog Thing]] features four inverters, laid out in column on the right of the main panel. |
== Simple use of an Inverter == | == Simple use of an Inverter == | ||
[[File:Inverter.png|thumb|A single inverter]] | [[File:Inverter.png|thumb|A single inverter]] | ||
| − | Connect a single input line to the <code>1</code> input. Do not stack multiple input jacks as only a single input signal is allowed. At the output, you can stack any number of connector plugs as needed. | + | Connect a single input line to the <code>1</code> input. Do not stack multiple input jacks as only a single input signal is allowed (A workaround is possible, see below). At the output, you can stack any number of connector plugs as needed. |
== Using an inverter as a summer == | == Using an inverter as a summer == | ||
| − | Together with a [[XIR]], an inverter can be used as a fully featured [[Summer]]. To do so, connect the <code>SJ</code> (Summing Junction) jacks of both elements and then use the weighted inputs of the XIR as you would | + | Together with a [[XIR]], an inverter can be used as a fully featured [[Summer]]. To do so, connect the <code>SJ</code> (Summing Junction) jacks of both elements and then use the weighted inputs of the XIR as you would do with a normal Summer. |
[[Category:Components of The Analog Thing]] | [[Category:Components of The Analog Thing]] | ||
Latest revision as of 20:34, 31 December 2024
Inverters are one of the basic computing elements of an analog computer. They provide sign reversal of their single input (Additive inverse for real numbers). Mathematically, an inverter performs OUT = -IN. The Analog Thing features four inverters, laid out in column on the right of the main panel.
Simple use of an Inverter
Connect a single input line to the 1 input. Do not stack multiple input jacks as only a single input signal is allowed (A workaround is possible, see below). At the output, you can stack any number of connector plugs as needed.
Using an inverter as a summer
Together with a XIR, an inverter can be used as a fully featured Summer. To do so, connect the SJ (Summing Junction) jacks of both elements and then use the weighted inputs of the XIR as you would do with a normal Summer.
