SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:29 PM Page 1 Instruction Manual AGES 8-108 Project 36 Project 40 Copyright © 2017 by Elenco® Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this book shall be reproduced by any means; electronic, photocopying, or otherwise without written permission from the publisher. Projects 1 - 163 753135 U.S.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:29 PM Page 2 Table of Contents Basic Troubleshooting Parts List How to Use Snap Circuits® About Your Snap Circuits® Parts Introduction to Electricity DOs and DON’Ts of Building Circuits ! 1 2-3 4-6 7-8 9 10 WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD - Never connect Snap Circuits® to the electrical outlets in your home in any way! WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Conforms to all applicable U.S.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:29 PM Page 3 Parts List (Colors and styles may vary) Symbols and Numbers Important: If any parts are missing or damaged, DO NOT RETURN TO RETAILER. Call toll-free (800) 533-2441 or e-mail us at: help@elenco.com. Customer Service ● 150 Carpenter Ave. ● Wheeling, IL 60090 U.S.A. Qty. r3 r6 r3 r1 r1 r1 r2 r1 r1 r3 r1 ID Part # Qty.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:29 PM Page 4 Parts List (Colors and styles may vary) Symbols and Numbers Important: If any parts are missing or damaged, DO NOT RETURN TO RETAILER. Call toll-free (800) 533-2441 or e-mail us at: help@elenco.com. Customer Service ● 150 Carpenter Ave. ● Wheeling, IL 60090 U.S.A. Qty. r1 ID Name Jumper Wire (Black) Symbol Part # Qty.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 5 How to Use Snap Circuits® Snap Circuits® uses building blocks with snaps to build the different electrical and electronic circuits in the projects. Each block has a function: there are switch blocks, light blocks, battery blocks, different length wire blocks, etc. These blocks are different colors and have numbers on them so that you can easily identify them.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 6 How to Use Snap Circuits® Due to the complex nature of building 3D circuits, the circuit diagrams use special symbols that may need additional clarification. One such example is the symbol for the vertical snap wire (V1). It consists of two parts, the horizontal base and vertical stem. In the illustration below, the base is attached to the large base grid and the stem is attached to the mini base grid.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 7 How to Use Snap Circuits® The clear motor (M4) will often have the wind fan mounted on it; simply push the fan onto the shaft. To remove it, push up on it with a screwdriver or your thumbs, being careful not to break it. This set contains three LED attachments, which can be mounted on the LED modules (D9, D11, and D12) to enhance their light effects.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 8 About Your Snap Circuits® Parts BASE GRID The base grids are platforms for mounting parts and wires. They function like the printed circuit boards used in most electronic products, or like how the walls are used for mounting the electrical wiring in your home. This set has two sizes, which can be placed together to form larger grids. One of the small grids has pegs on both sides and 6 thru-snaps, to allow assembly of circuits on both sides.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 9 About Your Snap Circuits® Parts SOUND MODULE The melody IC (U32) contains a specialized sound-generation integrated circuit (IC), a small speaker, and a few supporting components. The IC has a recording of the melody, which it makes into an electrical signal for the speaker. The speaker converts the signal into mechanical vibrations. The vibrations create variations in air pressure, which travel across the room.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 10 Introduction to Electricity What is electricity? Nobody really knows. We only know how to produce it, understand its properties, and how to control it. Electricity is the movement of subatomic charged particles (called electrons) through a material due to electrical pressure across the material, such as from a battery. There are two ways of arranging parts in a circuit, in series or in parallel.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 11 DOs and DON’Ts of Building Circuits After building the circuits given in this booklet, you may wish to experiment on your own. Use the projects in this booklet as a guide, as many important design concepts are introduced throughout them. Every circuit will include a power source (the batteries), a resistance (which might be a motor, melody IC, or LED (which has an internal protection resistor), etc.), and wiring paths between them and back.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 12 Advanced Troubleshooting (Adult supervision recommended) Elenco® is not responsible for parts damaged due to incorrect wiring. If you suspect you have damaged parts, you can follow this procedure to systematically determine which ones need replacing: 1. Lamp (L4), blue LED (D9), blink red LED (D11), color2 LED (D12), melody IC (U32), and battery holder (B3): Place batteries in holder.
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SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 15 Project 1 Color Light Snap Circuits® uses electronic blocks that snap onto a clear plastic base grid to build different circuits. These blocks have different colors and numbers on them so you can easily identify them. This set contains both large (11” x 7.7”) and small (7.7” x 5.5”) base grids; you may use either size for this small circuit.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 16 Project 4 Modify the preceding circuit to be this one. Turn on the slide switch (S1) to light the lamp (L4). Project 6 -15- Lamp Light The lamp (L4) converts electricity into light. It is an incandescent light bulb, just like other incandescent bulbs in homes except smaller. In an incandescent bulb electricity heats up a high-resistance wire until it glows, producing light.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 17 Project 7 + Rotation Light Build the circuit as shown; it has two 3D snaps mounted on two 90 degree vertical snap wires (V1), and then the color2 LED (D12) is mounted on the 3D snaps. The 3D snaps enable you to rotate a light to any position. Turn on the circuit and the color2 LED lights. Rotate the LED to any position. You can replace the color2 LED with the blue LED (D9), blink red LED (D11), or lamp (L4).
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SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 19 Assembly (adult supervision recommended): and small gears should align. 2. Mount the blue & color2 LEDs (D9 & D12) to the 3D snaps, and attach the large gear and a 1-snap wire, as shown. The teeth on the gear should face the LEDs, and the “+” side of the LEDs should be towards the gear. Turn on the slide switch (S1). The color2 and blue LEDs should light, and be rotated by the gears.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 20 Project 13 Ceiling Light Think of this circuit as a room with a ceiling light fixture. -19- Note: Go to: www.snapcircuits.net/sc3dmeg for interactive 3D pictures to help with building the 3D circuits.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 21 Assembly (adult supervision recommended): 1. Place base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Place parts on base grids B, & D, and install into base grid supports on grid A. The pegs should be facing inward. 4. Place the remaining parts on grids A & C. Turn on the slide switch (S1) to light the 4.5 Lamp (L4). Underside view 3.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 22 Project 14 Efficient Ceiling Light Use the preceding circuit, but carefully replace the lamp (L4) with the blue or color2 LED (D9 or D12, “+” to the right). Project 15 Ceiling Speaker Use the preceding circuit, but carefully replace the LED with the melody IC (U32, “+” to the right). Project 17 Project 16 Use the preceding circuit, but replace the melody IC with the clear motor, wind fan, and two 2-snap wires, mounted as shown here.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 23 Project 20 Festive House Assembly: 1. Place base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Install grids B & D into base grid supports on grid A. The pegs can be pointed in either direction. 3. Mount grid C on top of grids B & D using 4 stabilizers. 4. Place the remaining parts on grid A. Place the fiber optic festive tree on the color2 LED (D12) using the mounting base.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 24 Project 21 Gears can be used to make things spin faster or slower. When one gear has more teeth than another, it will spin slower. Using gears to reduce rotation speed also increases the turning force, allowing it to overcome more friction. Using gears also changes the direction of rotation. Inside the orange motor (M9) is a motor spinning very fast, but with little force (too little to spin both orange gears).
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 25 Project 23 Reed Switch Build the circuit, and hold the magnet next to the reed switch (S9) to turn on the color2 LED (D12). Move the magnet around to turn the switch and LED on and off. If you listen closely you may hear the reed switch turning on or off. You can replace the color2 LED with the lamp (L4) or the other LEDs (D9 or D11). Project 26 The reed switch (S9) is an electrical switch that can be controlled by a magnet.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 26 Project 28 Funky Blinking Lights Build the circuit and turn on the slide switch (S1). The LEDs (D11 & D12) are blinking. Notice that when the blink red LED (D11) is on, the brightness of the color2 LED (D12) is lower, because the voltage from the batteries is divided between the two LEDs. When the blink red LED is off, the color2 LED gets the full battery voltage, and gets brighter.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 27 Project 33 Any Angle LEDs Note: If the LED assembly fit seems tight, remove this 1-snap wire. Assembly (adult supervision recommended): 1. Place base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Mount parts on grids B & C, and install in base grid supports in grid A. The pegs should be facing inward. 3. Place remaining parts on grid A. 4.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 28 Project 35 Super Spinning Magnet Assembly: 1. Place base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Mount parts on grid B (except the blue jumper wire), and install in base grid supports in grid A. The pegs should be facing inward. 3. Place remaining parts on grid A, including the blue jumper wire. Note that the color LED (D12) and lamp (L4) are mounted on the 3D snaps, which are then mounted on the 90 degree vertical snap wires (V1). 4.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 29 Spinning Vertical Lights Project 36 Assembly (adult supervision recommended): Note: If the LED assembly fit seems tight, remove this 1-snap wire. 1. Place base grid support on base grid A. 2. Place parts on grid B, and install into base grid support on grid A. The pegs should be facing inward. Also attach the 2-snap wire to the 90 degree vertical snap wire (V1) that hangs off the top of grid B. 3.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 30 Project 38 -29- Vaulted Ceiling House Note: Go to: www.snapcircuits.net/sc3dmeg for interactive 3D pictures to help with building the 3D circuits.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 31 Assembly (adult supervision highly recommended): 1. Place base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Mount parts on grids B & C and install in base grid supports in grid A. The pegs should be facing inward. Do not use the double-sided grid. 5. Add the remaining parts on grids D & E. Turn on the slide switch (S1). The clear motor (M4) spins a ceiling fan, the melody IC (U32) plays a tune, and the lamp (L4) lights. 3.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 32 Project 40 Box Cover Circuit This circuit is shown on the cover of the Snap Circuits® 3D Illumination box and manual. Use that picture to help with building it. -31- Note: Go to: www.snapcircuits.net/sc3dmeg for interactive 3D pictures to help with building the 3D circuits.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 33 Assembly (adult supervision highly recommended): 1. Place base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Mount parts on grids B & C (for jumper wires, leave one end unconnected), and install in base grid supports in grid A. The pegs should be facing inward. Do not use the double-sided grid. so spinning the magnet with your finger lights the blue LED (D9), then secure the string with tape. 3.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 34 Project 41 Disco Effects Assembly (adult supervision recommended): 1. Place base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Place parts on base grids B, & C, and install into base grid supports on grid A. The pegs should be facing inward. 3. Place the remaining parts on grid A. 4. Place the mirror ball on the orange motor (M9). -33- Turn on the slide switch (S1) to spin the mirror ball and light the LEDs (D9 and D12).
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:30 PM Page 35 Project 42 Assembly (adult supervision recommended): 1. Place base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Place parts on base grids B, & D, and install into base grid supports on grid A. The pegs should be facing inward. 3. Mount grid C on top of grids B & D using 4 stabilizers, attaching the 2 vertical snap wires (V1) as you do it. \ Disco Effects (II) 4. Place the remaining parts on grids A & C.
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SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:31 PM Page 37 Assembly (adult supervision recommended): 1. Place base grid supports on base grid A. 3. Mount grid C on top of grids B & D using 4 stabilizers, attaching the 2 vertical snap wires (V1) as you do it. 4. Place the remaining parts on grids A & C. Turn on the slide switch (S1) to light the three LEDs. 2. Place parts on base grids B, & D, and install into base grid supports on grid A. The pegs should be facing inward.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:31 PM Page 38 Project 45 Assembly (adult supervision recommended): 1. Place base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Tie one end of a piece of string to the hole in the gear insert, and place the gear insert on the orange motor (M9). Insert the screw into the orange motor shaft but do not screw it in very far. 3. Place parts on base grid B and install into base grid supports on grid A. Grid B should be the two-sided grid. 4.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:31 PM Page 39 Project 46 Windmill Assembly: 1. Place base grid supports on base grid B. 2. Place parts on grid A, and install into base grid supports on grid B. 3. Install remaining parts on grid B. Blow on the fan to simulate a strong wind. If you blow hard enough then the color2 LED (D12) will light. Here the clear motor (M4) is used as a generator, using mechanical motion to produce electricity.
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SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:31 PM Page 41 Assembly (adult supervision highly recommended): 1. Place base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Place parts on base grids B & C, and install into base grid supports on grid A. The pegs should be facing inward. Do not use the double-sided grid. 3. Place remaining parts on grid A. 4.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:31 PM Page 42 Project 49 Tall Angled Rood House Variants Use the preceding circuit, but carefully replace the lamp (L4) with the melody IC (U32), clear motor (M4, with green fan), or one of the LEDs (D9, D11, or D12). The “+” side should be to the left. Underside view Project 50 Enhanced Tall Angled Roof House Use the preceding circuit, but carefully change the parts on grid D to match the circuit shown here.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:31 PM Page 43 Project 52 House with Doorbell Assembly: 1. Place parts on grid B, including the base grid support, 90 degree vertical snap wires (V1), and press switch (S2). Note that grid B is the two-sided grid, and the press switch is on the reverse side. Install grid B on grid A. 2. Place remaining parts on grid A. 3. Install grids C, D, & E into base grid supports on grid A, and secure with 4 stabilizers. Push the press switch to ring the doorbell.
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SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:31 PM Page 45 Assembly (adult supervision highly recommended): 1. Place base grid supports on base grid A. 4. Mount grids D & E at the angles shown and with pegs facing down, on top of grids 2. Mount parts on grids B and install in base grid supports in grid A. The pegs should be facing inward. Do not use the double-sided grid. B & C using six stabilizers, attaching the two angled snap wires (V2) and two 90 degree vertical snap wires (V1) as you do it.
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SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:31 PM Page 47 Assembly: 1. Place base grid supports on base grid A. 3. Attach the large gear to the gear insert, place it on the orange motor (M9) and secure it with the screw. 4. Place the orange motor on grid C, then mount grid C on top of grids B & D using 4 stabilizers. 5. Place the remaining parts on grids A & C. Turn on the slide switch (S1) to spin the large gear, light the lamp (L4), and play a melody. 2.
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SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:31 PM Page 49 Assembly: 1. Place base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Place parts base grids B & C, then install grids B, C, & D into base grid supports on grid A. The pegs on grids C must be pointed inward. Grid B must be the two-sided grid. 3. Mount grid E on top of grids B & D using 4 stabilizers. 4. Place the remaining parts on grid A. Turn on the slide switch (S1) to light the LEDs (D9, D11, & D12) and lamp (L4), and play a melody.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:31 PM Page 50 Project 58 Disco Lights Build the circuit as shown; it has the blue LED (D9) and color2 LED (D12) each mounted on two vertical snap wires (V1). Place the mirror ball on the orange motor (M9). Turn on the slide switch (S1. Place the circuit in a dark room, so that light from the blue and color2 LEDs reflects off the mirror ball to the walls and ceiling.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:32 PM Page 51 Project 60 Both Sides Lights Assembly: 1. Place base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Place parts base grids B, then install grid B into base grid supports on grid Grid B must be the two-sided grid. 3. Place the remaining parts on grid A. Turn on the slide switch (S1) to light the LEDs (D9, D11, & D12) and lamp (L4), and play a melody.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:32 PM Page 52 Project 63 Disco Spotlight Assembly: 1. Place base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Place parts base grids B, then install grid B into base grid supports on grid A. Note that the blue LED (D9) is mounted on the 45 degree vertical snap wires (V2) so it can shine over grid A. 3. Place the remaining parts on grid A. Mount the mirror ball on the orange motor (M9). Turn on the slide switch (S1).
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:32 PM Page 53 Project 66 2-Speed Mirror Ball Build the circuit, placing the mirror ball on the orange motor (M9) and the wind fan on the clear motor (M4). Turn on the slide switch (S1); both the mirror ball and the fan spin. Push the press switch (S2) to speed up the mirror ball and shut off the fan. Project 68 Musical Mirror Ball Build the circuit, placing the mirror ball on the orange motor (M9). Turn on the slide switch (S1).
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SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:32 PM Page 55 Assembly (adult supervision recommended): 1. Place base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Place parts base grids B & D, then install grids B, C, & D into base grid supports on grid A. The pegs must be pointed inward. Do not use the two-sided grid. 3. Place the blue & color2 LEDs (D9 & D12) on grid E, then mount grid E on top of grids B & D using 4 stabilizers, attaching the two 90 degree vertical snap wires (V1) as you do it.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:32 PM Page 56 Project 73 Project 74 Blinking Tree House Use the preceding 4 circuits, but replace the lamp (L4), blue LED (D9), or color2 LED (D12) with the blink red LED (D11). -55- Project 75 Egg House Use any of the preceding 5 circuits but replace the fiber optic festive tree with the egg. Highlighted Tree House Use the project 70 circuit, but add two 45 degree vertical snap wires (V2) beneath the color2 LED (D12).
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:32 PM Page 57 Project 78 Manual Rotation Vertical Lights Assembly (adult supervision recommended): 1. Place base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Place parts on grid B, and install into base grid support on grid A. The pegs should be facing inward. 3. Mount the blue & color2 and LEDs (D9 & D12) to the 3D snaps, and attach two 1-snap wires on opposite sides, as shown. 4. Place the remaining parts on grid A. 5.
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SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:32 PM Page 59 Assembly (adult supervision recommended): 1. Place base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Place parts on base grids B & C, and then install grids B & C into base grid supports on grid A. The pegs must be pointed inward. Do not use the two-sided grid. 3. Place the parts on grid A. 4. Mount the mirror ball (MB) on the orange motor (M9). Place the motor and color Led (D12) on the grid D, then connect the both parts use two 2-snaps. 5.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:32 PM Page 60 Project 82 Rotating Field Build the circuit, mounting the gear insert and the large gear on the orange motor (M9). Place the magnet in the center of the gear. Turn the slide switch (S1) on and the gear starts to rotate. When one end of the magnet faces the reed switch (S9), the fan spins and blue LED flashes. The compass needle will also rotate as it follows the rotating the magnetic field.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:32 PM Page 61 Project 84 Lifter When the motor spins backwards it generates a voltage which lights the color LED. Assembly : 1. Place base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Place parts on both sides of the double sided grid B, then install grid B into base grid supports on grid A. 3. Place remaining parts on grid A. Mount the gear insert and the large gear on the orange motor (M9). Place the magnet in the center of the gear. 4.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:32 PM Page 62 Project 85 Fast Lifter Place a blue jumper wire across the red LED (D11). Turn on the slide switch (S1); the 45 degree vertical snap wire (V2) rises and falls more often since the gear spins faster. You can also swap the blue & red LEDs (D9 & D11) to make the lights different. Project 88 -61- Project 86 Magnet Fan Use Project 84 circuit, but remove the string and 45 degree vertical snap wire (V2).
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:32 PM Page 63 Project 90 Side Ways Place all the parts on the base grid, then the parts on the four vertical snap wires. Turn on the slide switch (S1); the lights turn on, the fan spins, and the music plays. Project 91 Side Ways 2 Use the preceding circuit, but attach a 3D snap on the back of the two vertical snap wires (V1) connected to the clear motor (M4) and lamp (L4). Attach the orange motor (M9) across the two 3D snaps as shown.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:32 PM Page 64 Project 92 Swing LEDs Place all the parts on the base grid, then assemble the LEDs on the vertical snap wires (V1). Turn on the slide switch (S1) and all the LEDs light. Adjust the LEDs to different angles. Project 94 Place the circuit on a white page and rotate so the LEDs are facing down. Turn on the switch; a color pattern shines on the page. Change the image size by rotating the LEDs upwards.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:32 PM Page 65 Project 95 Note: If the LED assembly fit seems loose add a 1-snap wire between one of the 3D snaps and a V1. Rocking Switch Build the circuit, then place the magnet across the base grid supports as shown. Turn on the slide switch (S1) and the red LED (D11) starts blinking. Slowly rotate the reed switch (S9) towards the magnet. When the reed switch is close enough to the magnet the switch closes, the lamp (L4) lights, and the LED turns off.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:32 PM Page 66 Project 99 Speed Change Build the circuit as shown; mounting the gear insert and the small gear on the orange motor (M9). Place the magnet in the center of the gear. Turn the slide switch (S1) on; the gear rotates, and the blue LED (D9) lights as a melody plays. Rotate reed switch to different positions. When the end of the magnet is towards the reed switch (S9), the reed switch turns on.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:32 PM Page 67 Project 102 Door Bell Build the circuit; mounting the gear insert and the small gear on the orange motor (M9) as shown. Place the magnet on the gear. Turn the slide switch (S1) on; the gear rotates and the blue LED (D9) lights. When the magnet moves near the reed switch (S9), the melody IC (U32), color2 LED (D12), and lamp (L4) turn on and off twice. The melody IC sounds like a door bell.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:33 PM Page 68 Fan Speed Project 106 Build the circuit as shown, mounting the gear insert and the large gear on the orange motor (M9). Place the magnet in the center of the gear. Turn the switch on, the gear slowly rotates, the blue LED lights and the fan spins. When the end of the magnet is towards the reed switch the orange motor (M8) speeds up, clear motor (M4) slows down and the blinking LED (D11) gets brighter.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:33 PM Page 69 Project 109 Mirror Ball Speed Control Build the circuit and turn on the slide switch (S1). The mirror ball spins and three LEDs light. Push the press switch (S2) to make the mirror ball spin faster. All the electricity flowing through the orange motor (M9) splits up between the three LEDs. The press switch speeds up the orange motor by bypassing the LEDs.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:33 PM Page 70 Generator Project 114 Build the circuit as shown; then mount the illusion card holder on the motor shaft. Wind the string through the mirror holder and then around the motor shaft about 10 times. Holding the base with one hand pull the string; the blue LED (D9) lights briefly. Spinning the motor generates enough voltage to light the LED. Push the press switch (S2) to rewind the string and try lighting the LED again.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:33 PM Page 71 Project 118 Arrow LEDs Place all the parts on the base grid then assemble the parts on and around the two 45 degree vertical snap wires (V2) Turn the slide switch (S1); the LEDs light and form a arrow shape. You can attach the egg to one of the LEDs. Project 119 Arrow Melody Use the preceding circuit, add sound by placing the melody IC (U32) across base grid locations C3-E3 on level 3 (+ towards battery holder).
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:33 PM Page 72 -71- Project 120 Light Stairs Project 121 Light Stairs 2 Place all the parts on the base grid, then assemble the parts on the two 90 degree vertical snap wires (V1). Position the LEDs to the right as shown. Turn on the slide switch (S1); all the lights turn on and a melody plays. Adjust the light assembly to different positions.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:33 PM Page 73 Egg Head Project 122 Place all the parts on the base grid then assemble the parts on the two 90 degree vertical snap wires (V1). Install the egg on the color2 LED (D12). Turn on the slide switch (S1). The LEDs and lamp all light as the egg changes colors.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:33 PM Page 74 Project 124 Plane Place the parts on the base grid, then assemble the parts on the four 90 degree vertical snap wires (V1). Be sure to hold the “plane” so that the green fan does not touch the base grid. Turn the slide switch (S1) on; the plane’s prop spins with lights and sound. Rotate the body to simulate flying up or down.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:33 PM Page 75 Project 125 Mini Plane Note: If the LED assembly fit seems loose add a 1-snap wire between one of the 3D snaps and a V1. Place the parts on the base grid then assemble the parts on the four 90 degree vertical snap wires (V1). Be sure to hold the “plane” so that the green fan does not touch the base grid.Turn the slide switch (S1) on; the mini plane is flying with a flashing tail light. Rotate the body to simulating flying up or down.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:33 PM Page 76 Project 127 Triple Series Build the circuit as shown, leaving the press switch (S2) out of the circuit for now. Turn on the slide switch (S1); most likely nothing will happen. Now add the press switch between the points labeled A&B, B&C, or C&D, and push it. Try it at all 3 locations. A B C Project 128 D Most likely the battery voltage (4.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:33 PM Page 77 AND Circuit Project 129 Place the magnet next to the reed switch (S9) to turn it on, push the press switch (S2), and turn on the slide switch (S1) in different combinations while seeing if the lamp (L4) lights. Fill out this table with the results: S9 OFF OFF OFF OFF ON ON ON ON S1 OFF OFF ON ON OFF OFF ON ON S2 OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON L4 Project 130 If switch S9, switch S1, AND switch S2 are on then the lamp will be on.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:33 PM Page 78 Project 131 Project 132 EMF 2 Use the preceding circuit, but remove the blue jumper wire across base grid locations C2 & E2. Press the switch the fan spins. Release the press switch and now both LEDs light. The LEDs are not bright so dim the room lights. See if the circuit has enough power to light all the LEDS by removing the blue jumper wire across base grid locations A2 & C2. -77- Back EMF Build the circuit as shown.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:33 PM Page 79 Project 134 LEDs in Series Build the circuit and close (turn on) the slide switch (S1). The LEDs (D9 & D11) light. Current flows from the batteries through the LEDs and back to the battery through the switch. The closed (on) switch completes the circuit. In electronics this is called a closed circuit. When the switch is open (off), the current can no longer flow back to the battery, so the LEDs turn off.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:33 PM Page 80 Project 138 Lighted Cross Project 139 Green Dot Place the parts on the base grid, then assemble the parts on the two 45 degree vertical snap wires (V2). Build this circuit and turn on the slide switch (S1) The lights turn on, forming a cross. Project 140 1 1 -79- Turn on the slide switch (S1); the LEDs light as the melody IC (U32) makes a strange sound; the sound may not be very loud.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:33 PM Page 81 Project 141 Wall Fan Place the parts on the base grid, then assemble the parts on the 90 degree vertical snap wires (V1). Turn on the slide switch (S1), the LEDs light as the fan spins. Play a melody by pushing the press switch (S2). You can replace the melody IC (U32) with the lamp (L4).
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:34 PM Page 82 Project 144 Assembly: 1. Place base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Place parts on grids B & C, then install into base grid supports on grid A. The pegs must be pointed inward. 3. Install remaining parts on grid A. Place the gear insert on the orange motor (M9), flat side up. 4. Install the blue LED (D9) on the two vertical snap wires (V1) that hang over the orange motor. Place any object you want to showcase the on the orange motor.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:34 PM Page 83 Project 145 Current Law In this circuit, the clear motor (M4) is in series with a parallel circuit. The parallel circuit has three current paths, S1 & D9, S2 & D11 and S9-D12. The amount of current flow through the paths are not equal, indicated by how fast the fan spins. Turn on the slide switch (S1); the blue LED (D9) lights as the fan spins. Turn the switch off.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:34 PM Page 84 Project 147 On Off Project 148 On Off 2 Assembly : 1. Place base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Place parts on grids A but do not connect the two jumpers wires. 3. Place the reed switch on grid B, then install grid B on base grid supports on grid A. The pegs must be pointed inward. 4. Connect the red & black jumper wires. 5.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:34 PM Page 85 Compass Project 152 1 Refrigerator Door All materials have tiny particles with electric charges, but these are so well balanced that you do not notice them unless an outside voltage disturbs them. The same tiny particles also have magnetic charges, which are usually so well balanced that you do not notice them unless a magnetic field disturbs them. Magnets are materials that concentrate their magnetic charges at opposite ends.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:34 PM Page 86 Project 153 Assembly : 1. Place base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Place parts on grids B, then install grid B on base grid supports on grid A. The pegs must be pointed inward. 3. Install grid C onto grid B using 2 stabilizers, connecting the 2 vertical snap wires (V1) as you do it. 4. Place the remaining parts on grids A & C. Place the mounting base on the color2 LED (D12) base but not around the actual, LED as shown.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:34 PM Page 87 Pencil fan assembly instructions: 1. Take a sheet paper and cut half inch strips widthwise. 2. Folder paper strips in half as shown. 3. Take a folded paper strip and hold it vertically fold side up. 4. Insert both ends of a second paper strip between the folds of the first strip horizontally, fold side on the right. 5. Take the third paper strip, placing it vertically between the horizontal strip to pass through the folds. 6.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:34 PM Page 88 Strobe Project 154 Assembly : 1. Place the base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Place parts on grid B, then install grid B on base grid supports on grid A. The pegs must be pointed inward. 3. Place remaining parts on grid A, and connect the blue jumper wire. 4. Assemble the paper magnet holder as shown. Turn on the slide switch (S1). The lamp (L4) flashes as the magnet passes the reed switch (S9). -87- 3x3 3” x 1.5” 1.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:34 PM Page 89 Project 155 Assembly: 1. Place the base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Place parts on grids B &C and install into base grid supports on grid A. 3. Install remaining parts on grid A except the blue jumper wire. 4. Place parts on grids D & E and install onto grids B & C using 2 stabilizers. 5. Place remaining parts. Turn on the slide switch (S1); the mirror ball spins and the blue LED (D9) shines on it.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:34 PM Page 90 Project 157 Assembly (adult supervision recommended): 1. Place the base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Place parts on grid B (except the jumper wires) and install into base grid supports on grid A. Note that two snap wires hang off the top of grid B. 3. Install remaining parts on grid A and connect the red & black jumper wires. 4. Install grid C onto grid B using 2 stabilizers and connecting the snap wires between them. 5.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:34 PM Page 91 Project 158 Mega Tower Assembly (adult supervision recommended): 1. Place the base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Place parts on grid B (except the jumper wires) and install into base grid supports on grid A. Note that two snap wires hang off the top of grid B. 3. Install remaining parts on grid A and connect the blue jumper wire. 4. Install grid C onto grid B using 2 stabilizers and connecting the snap wires between them. 5.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:34 PM Page 92 Project 159 Super Tower Assembly (adult supervision highly recommended): 1. Place the base grid supports on base grid A. 2. Place parts on grid B (except the jumper wires) and install into base grid supports on grid A. 3. Install remaining parts on grid A except the blue jumper wire. 4. Install grid C onto grid B by placing the 2 stabilizers and 2-snap wires that connect them. 5.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:34 PM Page 93 Project 160 Spinning Reed Switch Note: If the LED assembly fit seems tight, remove this 1-snap wire. Project 161 Spinning Reed Switch 2 Use the preceding circuit, but replace the blink red LED (D11) with the clear motor (M4). Attach the fan to the clear motor. When the reed switch (S9) passes the magnet the switch closes, the blue LED (D9) flashes, and the fan spins. Project 162 Spinning Reed Switch 3 Assembly : 1.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:34 PM Page 94 Bonus Projects These projects require additional Snap Circuits® parts that are not included in this set, but most can be built if you also have Snap Circuits® 3D & Illumination (model SC-3Di), or may be part of other Snap Circuits® sets you already have. They are provided here as examples of what can be made by combining Project B1 this set with others.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:34 PM Page 95 Project B2 Bonus Spinning Mirror Beeper 90° Requires parts from model SC-3Di. Modify the preceding circuit to be this one, which has the white LED (D6) and phototransistor (Q4) at a 90 degree angle to each other. Place a mirror in the illusion card holder and mount it on the clear motor (M4). Turn on the slide switch (S1). The mirror should be spinning; if it is not, then give it a push to get started.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:34 PM Page 96 Project B4 Project B5 Bonus Reflection Light Requires parts from model SC-3Di. Turn on the slide switch (S1). If the clear motor (M4) is not spinning then push the press switch (S2) to get it started. Completely cover the color LED (D8) to block all its light. Place the circuit in a dark room and watch as light from the color2 LED (D12) is reflected onto the walls.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:34 PM Page 97 Note: Go to: www.snapcircuits.net/sc3dmeg for interactive 3D pictures to help with building the 3D circuits.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:34 PM Page 98 Going Further The structures shown below require additional Snap Circuits® parts that are not included in this set, but may be part of other Snap Circuits® sets you already have. They are provided here as examples of what can be made by combining this set with others. If you experiment further on your own then be sure to follow the guidelines in the DOs and DON’Ts pages of your manuals (page 8 of this manual).
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:34 PM Page 99 Other Snap Circuits® Products! For a listing of local toy retailers who carry Snap Circuits® visit www.elenco.com or call us toll-free at 800-533-2441. For Snap Circuits® accessories, additional parts, and more information about your parts visit www.snapcircuits.net. Model SC-3DI Model SC-SNAPINO with over 150 projects with over 20 projects Snapino is an introduction to the open source Arduino Hardware-Software environment.
SC-3DMEG_Manual.qxp_SC-3Di_Manual_060816 6/19/17 7:34 PM Page 100 SC-3D M.E.G. Parts Layout Important: If any parts are missing or damaged, DO NOT RETURN TO RETAILER. Call toll-free (800) 533-2441 or e-mail us at: help@elenco.com. Customer Service ● 150 Carpenter Ave. Wheeling, IL 60090 U.S.A. Note: A complete parts list is on pages 2 and 3 in this manual.
