Practice Tracking-type A/d Converter (12.11.4) - Data Conversion Circuits – D/A and A/D Converters - Part C
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Tracking-Type A/D Converter

Practice - Tracking-Type A/D Converter

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is the primary benefit of using a tracking-type A/D converter compared to a standard counter-type?

💡 Hint: Think about how traditional A/D converters operate.

Question 2 Easy

Define a Staircase Waveform.

💡 Hint: Consider the shape of stairs in a staircase.

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Question 1

What does a tracking-type A/D converter primarily utilize to enhance conversion speed?

Simple Counter
UP/DOWN Counter
Feedback Loop

💡 Hint: Focus on what distinguishes it from traditional methods.

Question 2

True or False: The counter in a tracking-type A/D converter resets to zero at the start of each conversion.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about how tracking differs from standard counting.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Consider an audio processing system employing a tracking-type A/D converter. Discuss how latency might affect performance and propose a solution to mitigate it.

💡 Hint: Think about how delays could impact live audio scenarios.

Challenge 2 Hard

Using a specific input voltage change, illustrate how the staircase waveform would appear on a tracking A/D converter’s output.

💡 Hint: Sketch the waveform based on hypothetical input scenarios.

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