Programming instructions

National Instruments Corporation 15-1 Multisim Component Reference Guide
Chapter 15
Electromechanical Components
15.1 Sensing Switches
Sensing switches are interactive components that can be closed or opened (turned on or off)
by pressing a key on the keyboard, or by using the mouse.
To specify the key that controls the switch:
1. Double-click on the switch and select its Value tab.
2. Select the key in the Key for Switch drop-down list and click OK.
To toggle the switch on or off using the keyboard, press the identified key.
To toggle the switch on or off using the mouse, hover the cursor over the switch’s arm and
click when the arm takes on a thickened appearance.
15.2 Supplementary Contacts
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