Circuits: VLSI

Puzzle 2 of 100

One input, two outputs

Goal

Connect A to both Y and Z. Both outputs must show the signal from A.

Die
12 by 9 squares
Layers
Metal
Input
A
Outputs
Y, Z

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New in this puzzle

One shape, one signal

Every square of a connected shape carries the same signal, however the shape branches.

Guide

  1. Paint a path from A to Y.
  2. Add a branch from that path down to Z. One shape can feed both outputs.

Hint

A connected metal shape is one conductor, regardless of how it branches. Run one line from A and split it toward each output.

Solution

This is the game's reference drawing for the puzzle. It meets the goal and passes the design rules. Other drawings can pass as well.

Top View of the solved die for puzzle 2, One input, two outputs, with the Side View below it.
Top View of the solved die, captured from the game. Paths that carry a high level at the moment shown are lit. The Side View below cuts through the row between the dashed lines.
The game window in Isometric View with the solved die for puzzle 2, One input, two outputs, the guide, and the scope.
The whole game window in Isometric View. The scope on the right compares each output with its target band, and the message above it confirms that the drawing passes.
Solution drawing for puzzle 2, One input, two outputs, drawn on a numbered grid with every layer in its game color and pattern.
The solution on the grid. Squares are numbered from the top left corner, so you can count them.

Legend

  • Metal24 squares
  • Input padA
  • Output padY, Z

About the drawing

  • The drawing uses 24 of the die's 108 squares.
  • The die starts empty, so you draw every square.