Practice Sigma-delta Dac (7.3.4) - Digital-to-Analog Conversion (DAC) - Mixed Signal Circuits
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Sigma-Delta DAC

Practice - Sigma-Delta DAC

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is the primary function of a Sigma-Delta DAC?

💡 Hint: Think about the main role of a DAC in systems.

Question 2 Easy

What does oversampling achieve in a Sigma-Delta DAC?

💡 Hint: Consider how sampling frequency relates to signal quality.

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Question 1

What is the main advantage of Sigma-Delta DACs over traditional DACs?

Lower power consumption
Higher resolution
Simpler design

💡 Hint: Think about what 'resolution' means in the context of audio quality.

Question 2

True or False: Noise shaping in Sigma-Delta DACs helps reduce distortion in low-frequency outputs.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider how noise relates to frequency response.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a simple Sigma-Delta DAC circuit for a low-power audio application. Discuss the benefits it would offer in terms of performance and power efficiency.

💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between power, sampling rate, and audio clarity.

Challenge 2 Hard

Analyze how the performance of a Sigma-Delta DAC would change if it operated at a significantly lower oversampling ratio than typically recommended.

💡 Hint: Think about how sampling rates relate to overall signal clarity and distortion.

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