Inverter

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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

A single 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.