Analog Electronic Circuits - Vol 3 | 71. Single - ended Vs. Differential Signaling and Basic Model of a Differential Amplifier(Contd.) by Abraham | Learn Smarter
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71. Single - ended Vs. Differential Signaling and Basic Model of a Differential Amplifier(Contd.)

The chapter discusses the concepts of single-ended and differential signaling, highlighting the importance of differentiating between common mode and differential signals in amplifiers. It also covers the operational principles and modeling of differential amplifiers, emphasizing the significance of differential mode gain and common mode gain in achieving desired output characteristics. Lastly, it touches on the mathematical representation of these gains and their implications for signal processing.

Sections

  • 71.1

    Analog Electronic Circuits

    This section discusses single-ended and differential signaling, and delves into the basic model and gains of a differential amplifier.

  • 71.1.1

    Introduction

    This section discusses the equivalence of single-ended and differential signaling, explaining the basic model of a differential amplifier including its key parameters.

  • 71.1.2

    Single - Ended Vs. Differential Signaling And Basic Model Of A Differential Amplifier

    This section discusses the differences between single-ended and differential signaling, and presents the basic model of a differential amplifier.

  • 71.2

    Discussion On Differential Signals

    This section discusses the significance of differential signaling and illustrates the differences between single-ended and differential signals.

  • 71.2.1

    Representation Of Signals

    This section discusses the equivalence between single-ended and differential signaling in the context of analog circuits.

  • 71.2.2

    Differential And Common Mode Signals

    This section explores the concepts of differential and common mode signals, illustrating their significance in the operation of differential amplifiers.

  • 71.2.3

    Amplification Overview

    This section provides an overview of differential amplifiers, explaining how they differentiate between common mode and differential signals and emphasizing the importance of gain parameters.

  • 71.2.4

    Dangers Of Common Mode Signals

    This section discusses the risks posed by common mode signals in differential amplifiers and emphasizes the importance of minimizing common mode gain while maximizing differential mode gain.

  • 71.3

    Differential Amplifier Characteristics

    Differential amplifiers amplify the difference between two input signals while minimizing the effect of noise, characterized by differential and common mode gains.

  • 71.3.1

    Differential Mode Gain

    This section discusses the concept of differential mode gain in differential amplifiers, emphasizing its significance in amplifying differential signals while suppressing common mode signals.

  • 71.3.2

    Common Mode Gain

    The section explains the significance of common mode gain in differential amplifiers and how it compares to differential mode gain, emphasizing the need for low common mode gain.

  • 71.3.3

    Basic Model And Parameters

    This section covers the fundamental concepts of single-ended versus differential signaling, including the basic model of a differential amplifier and its key parameters.

  • 71.4

    Numerical Example Analysis

    This section explores the concepts of differential and common mode signals through examples in analog electronic circuits.

  • 71.4.1

    Example Setup

    This section compares single-ended and differential signaling, focusing on the characteristics and importance of differential amplifiers.

  • 71.5

    Summary And Conclusion

    This section summarizes key concepts of single-ended and differential amplifiers, emphasizing their operational differences and the significance of differential signaling in circuit design.

  • 71.5.1

    Comparison Of Single Ended And Differential Amplifiers

    This section compares single-ended amplifiers and differential amplifiers, detailing their signal processing capabilities and highlighting the significance of differential mode and common mode gain.

  • 71.5.2

    Final Notes On Amplifier Parameters

    This section covers the significance of differential and common mode gains in amplifiers and their implications in reducing noise and enhancing signal quality.

References

Lecture 71.pdf

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What we have learnt

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