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TechOnline | Interfacing op amps to high-speed DACs, Part 2: Current-sourcing DACs
This article, Part 2, discusses the interface between a current-sourcing DAC and an op amp. This interface allows the designer to use the full compliance voltage range of the DAC.
Contents Introduction Background General Systems Considerations Application Considerations A few...
Contents Introduction Background General Systems Considerations Application Considerations A few words of caution John C. Eidson Agilent Laboratories 3500 Deer Creek Rd. Palo Alto, CA 94303 The Application of IEEE 1588 to Test and Measurement Systems Introduction IEEE 1588 is a protocol used to
TechOnline | Audio-DAC Performance Investigation
The MAX9850 audio DAC can operate from a wide range of master-clock frequencies with varying levels of performance. By selecting different master-clock frequencies, designers can balance performance with ease of design. This application note analyzes the performance of the MAX9850 with various
TechOnline | Analog—DAC with Analog Modulator
This Application Note explains the construction of a high resolution DAC using a 16-bit PWM, a switched capacitor block, and the analog modulator function.
TechOnline | Interpolation Filters for Oversampled Audio DACs
This white paper reviews challenges and implementation strategies for the realization of interpolation filters in audio digital-to-analog converters (DACs).
TechOnline | Setup and Hold Times for High-Speed Digital-to-Analog Converters (DACs) Demystified
This application note defines setup and hold times for high-speed digital-to-analog converters (DACs) and identifies their proper interpretation. High-speed DACs often specify these two parameters as "signed" values, and interpreting them with regard to data transition can be challenging. The
TechOnline | Synchronizing Multiple High-Speed Multiplexed DACs for Transmit Applications
This application note proposes methods for synchronization of multiple high-speed digital-to-analog converters (DACs) with multiplexed inputs or integrated interpolation filters. Such DACs are used in I/Q upconverters or digital beam-forming transmitters. These DACs provide a data-clock output for
TechOnline | DACs vs. Digital Potentiometers: Which Is Right for My Application?
This application note compares digital to analog converters (DACs) to digital potentiometers. Traditionally digital potentiometers were meant to replace simple mechanical pots. With recent increases in resolution and additional features, digital potentiometers can also be used in some traditional
TechOnline | Low Power, High Speed Hybrid DAC Design for Video Application
The aim of this paper is to design a current-mode 16-bits Hybrid digital to analog converter with a high resolution, high speed, and small hardware overhead.
TechOnline | How to Use the DS1864's Current DACs as Voltage DACs
The DS1864 contains two 8-bit current-sink DACs with 1.5mA or 0.5mA selectable full-scale range. This application note describes how to convert the current DACs in the DS1864 SFP laser controller/monitor to a voltage output using standard components.
