Converters

The Converter building block:

In general, it converts inputs into outputs.

Converter types

Three types of converters are available:

The default converter type is the standard converter.

Adding a converter

  1. In the Build toolbar, choose a converter type from the Converter dropdown menu. The converter tool icon will change to show the selected converter type.
  2. Click the converter tool. The cursor will change to a converter icon.
  3. Click in the Stella window to add the converter. The Properties panel for the selected converter will appear.
  4. Enter a name for the converter.
  5. In the Properties panel, enter an equation and other properties.

    For more information about placing, naming, and editing converters, see Working with Building Blocks.

    Tip: To select the size of the converter icons for the entire model, or to display converter names only, use Diagram Options in the Style tab of the Model Preferences dialog box.

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