6.8. Conclusion

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the main purpose of an ADC?

   Hint

   Think about the role of ADC in mixed systems.

2. 2.

   Name one application where high resolution is needed in an ADC.

   Hint

   Consider where detailed sound representation is crucial.

3. 3.

   What key factor must be considered when selecting an ADC?

   • Speed
   • Resolution
   • Power
   • All of the above

   Hint

   Think about the specifications necessary for different applications.

4. 4.

   True or False: Higher resolution always leads to better ADC performance.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Quality needs to be balanced against other limitations.

5. 5.

   A new wearable device needs an ADC that balances high resolution and low power consumption. Which ADC class would you recommend and why?

   Hint

   Think about device typical requirements for wearables.

6. 6.

   You are designing an RF receiving system that demands rapid data acquisition. What architecture of ADC would you choose and justify your choice?

   Hint

   Recall characteristics of various ADC architectures.