Practice - Aperture and Acquisition Times
Practice Questions
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What is aperture time?
💡 Hint: Think about how quickly the switch opens when sampling.
Define acquisition time in A/D converters.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens before the conversion starts.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does aperture time refer to in A/D converters?
💡 Hint: Focus on the switching action of the sample-and-hold circuit.
True or False: Minimizing acquisition time improves the accuracy of A/D conversion.
💡 Hint: Consider the effects of timing on performance.
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Challenge Problems
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A digital audio recording relies on an A/D converter that can sample at 50 kHz. If the acquisition and aperture times are not optimized to minimize total time, how might this affect the quality of the recording?
💡 Hint: Think about what it means to sample an audio waveform accurately.
Consider an engineer tasked with designing an A/D converter for a high-speed application. What measures could be taken to minimize aperture and acquisition times to enhance performance?
💡 Hint: Focus on material and design techniques that enhance speed.
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