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Controlled Voltage Source

Purpose

Generate a variable voltage.

Library

Sources & Meters

Description

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The Controlled Voltage Source generates a variable voltage between its two electrical terminals. The voltage is considered positive at the terminal marked with a "+". The momentary voltage is determined by the continuous signal fed into the input of the component.


Note  A voltage source must not be short-circuited or connected in parallel to a capacitor or any other voltage source.

Parameters and Dialog Box

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Width
The width of the component. This affects both the width of the electrical ports and the width of the input signal. The default is 1.

Probe Signals

Source voltage
The source voltage in volts (V).