Signal Generators and Displays
Signal Generators and Displays go together in RIDE(tm). You can't have too many displays in a
prototype. You can always get rid of them later and they tell you what is going on. If you aren't
sure what is happening, use a display!
RIDE(tm) Example - SignalsAndDisplays.lst
In this example, we have a volume and frequency control for each signal generator. In the top
section, a sine generator and cosine generator each contribute to both the display and the
output tone. If you can both see and hear your signals, you are much more likely to detect
errors in processing.
The connectors in this example are concealed. You can move the function blocks apart to
see how they are connected. Each volume knob is connected using a parameter (red)
connection to the corresponding amplitude parameter in each signal generator. Similarly,
each frequency knob is connected to the frequency parameter of its generator. One signal
generator goes to each ear.
Tip - Conceal Wiring When System is Working to Save Space
Running this example answers the question, "Does harmony occur acoustically in the air, or
perceptually in the brain?" Turn the volume down in the square wave/triangle section. Adjust
the frequencies of the sine and cosine waves sent to the left and right channels to hear the
answer for yourself.