9.3. Design of Analog-to-Digital Converters (ADC) and Digital-to-Analog Converters (DAC)

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does an ADC do?

   Hint

   Think about the direction of the conversion.

2. 2.

   Name one type of DAC.

   Hint

   Recall the types mentioned in class.

3. 3.

   What does an Analog-to-Digital Converter do?

   • A) Converts digital signals to analog
   • B) Converts analog signals to digital
   • C) Amplifies analog signals

   Hint

   Think about the direction of signals.

4. 4.

   True or False: Flash ADCs are known for their speed and high power consumption.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider trade-offs between speed and power.

5. 5.

   Consider designing an ADC for a smartphone that records audio. Discuss the requirements for resolution and sampling rate based on human hearing capabilities.

   Hint

   Recall standard audio specifications.

6. 6.

   Design a low-power DAC solution for a portable speaker. What types of DACs would you consider, and how will you prioritize design factors?

   Hint

   Think about the trade-off between sound quality and battery life.