Advanced Chips and Gates Simulation with TINA Linda Soulliere & Janet Dudek

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What is TINA? This anagram strands for Toolkit for Interactive Electronic Network Analysis. Simply stated, it is a unique tool for circuit development, troubleshooting, and the study of analog and digital electronics.

TINA Features Easy-to-use schematic editor 20 different analysis modes 10 high tech virtual instruments Edit and print documents directly inside TINA Cut & paste your results into your favorite word processing package

TINA Features (cont.) Live interactive mode where you can even edit your circuit during operation Used to test real circuits for comparison with the results obtained from simulation Testing students' knowledge, monitoring progress and introducing troubleshooting techniques

Where does TINA support the ICE 3M ‘Expectations’? Digital Logic and Electronic Circuits Overall Expectations TFV.04 · explain the function of logic gates and combinations of gates; SPV.01 · use internal numbering, character representation systems, and logic gates; Specific Expectations TF1.03 – describe the function of decoder and timer chips and the fundamental logic gates AND, NAND, OR, NOR, XOR, and NOT; TF1.04 – explain how Boolean algebra relates to the fundamental logic gates; TF1.05 – describe how combinations of logic gates interact. SP1.05 – assemble electronic circuits using a series of logic gates.

Where does TINA support the ICE 3M ‘Expectations’? Computer Interfacing Overall Expectations TFV.01 · identify the function and interaction of basic computer components and peripherals; SPV.02 · construct systems that use computer programs to interact with hardware components; Specific Expectations TF2.02 – describe the function and interaction of computer peripherals (e.g., mouse, keyboard, screen, printer); SP1.03 – build an interface that visually displays internal representations of numbers and characters; SP2.01 – build interfaces that control hardware components (e.g., LEDs, direct current motors, and stepper motors); SP2.02 – verify the correctness of the input and output of a system consisting of a computer, interface, and a hardware device;

Where does TINA support the ICE 4M ‘Expectations’? Digital Logic and Electronic Circuits Overall Expectations SPV.02 – use Boolean equations to represent computer logic circuits; Specific Expectations TF1.05 – analyse the role of flip-flops in the flow of data. SP1.02 – build flip-flops using simple logic gates from schematics; SP1.03 – incorporate flip-flops in a clocked circuit to demonstrate information storage; SP1.04 – use electronic instruments (e.g., multimeter, logic probe) to troubleshoot circuits; SP1.05 – simplify Boolean equations accurately; SP1.06 – draw circuits that represent Boolean equations;

Where does TINA support the ICE 4M ‘Expectations’? Computer Interfacing Overall Expectations TFV.03 · explain the operation of sophisticated systems that interact with real-world devices; SPV.03 · construct systems and interfaces that use computer programs to interact with real-world devices; Specific Expectations TF2.03 – explain several computer-controlled systems that interact with real-world devices (e.g., traffic management systems, automotive systems, robotic systems). SP1.04 – use electronic instruments (e.g., multimeter, logic probe) to troubleshoot circuits; SP2.01 – analyse existing systems designs that use computers and interfaces to send and receive information; SP2.02 – design an effective system consisting of a computer and interface that integrates input and output devices (e.g., motion sensitive alarm, light-activated switch, LED sign, environmental control); SP2.03 – construct a system consisting of a computer and interface to communicate with external sources;

Where does TINA support the ICE 4M ‘Expectations’? Computer Interfacing –Overall Expectations TFV.03 · explain the operation of sophisticated systems that interact with real- world devices; SPV.03 · construct systems and interfaces that use computer programs to interact with real-world devices; –Specific Expectations TF2.03 – explain several computer-controlled systems that interact with real- world devices (e.g., traffic management systems, automotive systems, robotic systems). SP1.04 – use electronic instruments (e.g., multimeter, logic probe) to troubleshoot circuits; SP2.01 – analyse existing systems designs that use computers and interfaces to send and receive information; SP2.02 – design an effective system consisting of a computer and interface that integrates input and output devices (e.g., motion sensitive alarm, light- activated switch, LED sign, environmental control); SP2.03 – construct a system consisting of a computer and interface to communicate with external sources;

How to Begin Using TINA The next screen has a Flash tutorial that you also will have separately on your resource CD.

Ideas for the classroom ICE 3M & ICE 4M We recommend this software for grades ICE 3M and ICE 4M. EDISION is better software to use in TEE 2O Draw the schematics for each of the fundamental logic gates. Copy and paste each schematic into a word processing file. Use the charting features to complete the truth tables. (ICE 3M)

Ideas for Boolean Simplification Draw the schematic for the following Boolean equation. Use the simulation feature and record results in a truth table. Simplify the circuit from question 2. Use the simulation feature, to verify your results.

Ideas for Troubleshooting Develop a set of circuits that have problems. Students are to troubleshoot and correct the problems. Students are to maintain a learning log of troubleshooting errors.

Ideas for Combinatorial Circuits Draw the following combinatorial circuit. Copy and paste your schematic into a word processing file. Explain the circuit. Include an explanation of the purpose, the inputs, and each output.(ICE 3M) (half adder, full adder, half subtractor, full subtractor)

Ideas for Synchronous Circuits Reproduce flip-flop circuitry schematics. Conference with your instructor to explain the flow of electricity through each circuit. (ICE4M)

Ideas for Summative Activities All projects must begin with the design of the circuit. Use Tina to design your circuit. Test the outputs using the simulation feature. Complete a “schematic walkthrough” for your project circuit. Use Tina document with text report to explain functions of the final project.

It’s Your Turn ! ! ! Draw the schematics for an AND gate. Copy and paste your schematic into a word processing file. Use the charting features to complete the truth table.

Boolean Simplification Draw the schematic for the following Boolean equation. Use the simulation feature and record results in a truth table. Simplify the circuit from question 2. Use the simulation feature, to verify your results.

Troubleshooting Library Congratulations! You have an opportunity to contribute to our collective library of problems. If your simulations doesn’t work, save a copy before you fix it and we will collect these together for sharing.