A 4-bit R/2R D/A converter has a reference of 5 V. What is the analog output for the input code 0101?
Options
A. 3.125 V
B. 0.3125 V
C. 0.78125 V
D. ?3.125 V
Correct Answer
?3.125 V
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1. Which of the following describes the basic operation of a single-slope A/D converter.
Options
A. The input voltage is used to set the frequency of a voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO). The VCO quits changing frequency when the input voltage stabilizes. The frequency of the VCO, which is proportional to the analog input voltage, is measured and is displayed on the digital display as a voltage reading.
B. A ramp generator is used to enable a counter through a comparator. When the ramp voltage equals the input voltage the counter is latched and then reset. The counter reading is proportional to the input voltage since the ramp is changing at a constant V/second rate.
C. A ramp voltage and analog input voltage are applied to a comparator. As the input voltage causes the integrating capacitor to charge, it will at some point equal the ramp voltage. The ramp voltage is measured and displayed on the digital panel meter.
D. Any of the above could be correct, depending on the specific type of A/D converter involved.
Correct Answer: A ramp generator is used to enable a counter through a comparator. When the ramp voltage equals the input voltage the counter is latched and then reset. The counter reading is proportional to the input voltage since the ramp is changing at a constant V/second rate.
2. What is gain error in a DAC?
Options
A. missing codes
B. error in the slope of the output staircase waveform
C. more or less input voltage is required for the first step than what is specified
Correct Answer: error in the slope of the output staircase waveform
3. A certain digital-to-analog converter has a step size of 0.25 V and a full-scale output of 7.75 V. Determine the percent of resolution and the number of input binary bits.