The External variables list

External variables list

External variables This list shows the external variables of the customized object (submodel or supercomponent) currently selected.

Figure 117: External variables list

Port

This column shows the port number associated with external variables. This characteristic cannot be changed.

Title

This column shows the generic short descriptions of external variables. You are allowed to modify them for customizing the object.

Unit

This column shows the unit associated with external variables. This characteristic cannot be changed.

Type

This column shows the type of external variables. This characteristic cannot be customized.

Minimum value, Maximum value and Default value

These characteristics are initially set to their generic values but you can modify them for customizing the object. If the three values are identical for a given external variable, you cannot change its value in Simcenter Amesim. You can assign an integer or real global parameter to a default value.