SAR and delta-sigma: Understanding the difference

This series covers an explanation of the basic operation of SAR and delta-sigma devices. It also compares and contrasts differences between the two. Finally, it provides a guideline on how to choose between the two topologies.

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2Introduction to analog-to-digital converters (ADCs) (2)

These videos describe the key specifications listed in an analog-to-digital converter datasheet.

14:23

2.1 ADC DC specifications: INL, DNL, Cin, leakage, Vref

11:00

2.2 AC & DC specifications: Offset error, gain error, CMRR, PSRR, SNR and THD

3SAR and delta-sigma: Understanding the difference (4)

This series covers an explanation of the SAR and delta-sigma topology.

24:22

3.1 SAR and delta-sigma: Basic operation

22:22

3.2 Digital filters and latency

23:06

3.3 SAR and delta-sigma: Noise and drive considerations

11:08

3.4 Choosing SAR or delta-sigma

7AC specifications (5)

These videos describe how to analyze analog-to-digital converter (ADC) performance specifications that are measured using AC input signals.