You can use the free
SIMetrix Circuit Simulator to run
My Simulations. Or you can use my observations, tips and techniques - to help you create a suitable file for a different simulator programme. If you do decide to create your own simulation - it may still be worthwhile to download SIMetrix and run my simulations for comparison.
Circuit No.7
This circuit uses a small piezo buzzer. But you can also connect the coil of a small relay to the buzzer terminals. I've used a 270 ohm resistor (RB) to simulate my buzzer and/or relay coil. The differential voltage probe measures the voltage across the resistor. And the state of the buzzer / relay - is determined by the level of that voltage.
Mini-Alarms 7 & 8
In the graph below - the top line represents Sw1. One second into the simulation - V3 closes Sw1 briefly and takes the inputs of gate 1 low. This causes the output of gate 1 to go high - trigger the monostable - and sound the buzzer.
Circuit No.7 - Graphs
Mini-Alarms 7 & 8
The buzzer sounds for about 3 seconds. The length of time the buzzer sounds - is controlled by the values of R2 & C2. The bottom red line represents the current that flows through the 270 ohm resistor. It's roughly 18mA.
Circuit No.8
This circuit uses a small piezo buzzer. But you can also connect the coil of a small relay to the buzzer terminals. I've used a 270 ohm resistor (RB) to simulate my buzzer and/or relay coil. The differential voltage probe measures the voltage across the resistor. And the state of the buzzer / relay - is determined by the level of that voltage.
Mini-Alarms 7 & 8
In the graph below - the top line represents Sw1. One second into the simulation - V3 opens Sw1 briefly and R1 takes the inputs of gate 1 high. This causes the output of gate 1 to go low. The low is inverted by gate 2 - which triggers the monostable - and sounds the buzzer.
Circuit No.8 - Graphs
Mini-Alarms 7 & 8
The buzzer sounds for about 3 seconds. The length of time the buzzer sounds - is controlled by the values of R2 & C2. The bottom red line represents the current that flows through the 270 ohm resistor. It's roughly 18mA.
Why Are The Simulations 5-Volts?
The Cmos Models that come with SIMetrix 5.40 are designed for a 5-volt supply. And, to keep matters simple, I've set up a 5-volt simulation. However - the alarm itself is designed to work over a range of supply voltages. So included in the
Download Material - you'll also find 9v and 12v simulations. To run these additional simulations successfully - you'll need to install my 9v & 12v Cmos models. This is very easy. Simply drag and drop the "MyMods.lb" file into the small "SIMetrix Command Shell" window. And - when asked - confirm that you want to install the new models. Don't Worry! You're not overwriting anything. All the existing models are still there.
