5.3.3 - Timing and Synchronization
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What does a synchronizer do?
💡 Hint: Think about data moving between two different frequencies.
What is the purpose of a Phase-Locked Loop (PLL)?
💡 Hint: Recall which component helps different circuits work together.
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What is the primary role of a synchronizer in an SoC?
💡 Hint: Consider how data moves in different parts of the circuit.
True or False: CDC techniques help in managing signals across clock domains.
💡 Hint: Think about crossing signals like bridges.
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You design a new SoC. Explain how you would implement timing synchronization between a digital processor running at 2GHz and an analog sensor operating at 100kHz. Discuss the components and strategies utilized.
💡 Hint: Think of all the components you learned that help with disparate clock speeds.
During testing, you notice data corruption at the interface between digital and analog sections. What steps would you take to troubleshoot and resolve this issue using techniques discussed in this section?
💡 Hint: Consider how you can verify each component's functionality.
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