A guide to basic audio measurements
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2008-06-16 |
| This article will look at the types of testing required for different audio devices. Then, a device and a signal path will be chosen as an example for testing level, frequency response, total harmonic distortion plus noise (THD+N), phase, crosstalk and SNR |
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| Dealing with capacitance sensor algorithms in multitouch sensing
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2009-09-14 |
| Using ITO sensors requires thoughtful construction, fast performance and innovative algorithms, embodied in highly intelligent, capacitive touchscreen controller chips that can deliver high channel density, a high SNR and a multitouch capability |
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| Capacitive sensing for specific apps (Part 3)
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2012-01-10 |
| Here's a look at layout issues and noise sources. |
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| Capacitive sensing for specific apps (Part 2)
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2011-12-22 |
| Read about the design flow and critical design issues including firmware, tuning, and production fine-tuning. |
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| Grasping noise, ENOB and effective resolution in ADC
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2011-09-29 |
| Given the demand for higher resolution, designers must develop a better understanding of ADC noise, effective number of bits, effective resolution, and signal-to-noise ratio. |
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| Peek into upcoming UI trends in handsets
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2011-09-20 |
| Learn about the new features touted to elevate the quality of the user experience with a touchscreen device. |
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| Two ways to measure noise figure
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2010-12-13 |
| Learn about accurate and repeatable methods for measuring noise figure. |
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| Using the digital features of high-speed DACs
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2011-08-01 |
| . Here's a look at the function and value of each of the digital features in today's high-speed digital-to-analog converters. |
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| Specialized foundry processing yields high-performance analog IC
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2011-09-26 |
| Learn about the impact of foundry process on achievable specifications. |
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| Signal chain basics: Save power, reduce heat with power supply volume control
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2011-11-22 |
| Find out how power supply volume control can reduce dissipation and increase run time, without compromising performance. |
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| Address issues in capacitive-touch interface design (Part 2)
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2011-09-05 |
| Here's a look at production tuning, one-time compensation, and dynamic compensation. |
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| Attain energy efficiency in wireline comms receivers
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2009-09-24 |
| This article studies the energy-efficient design of wireline communication receivers. |
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| Signal chain basics: Clock jitter unveiled (Part 1)
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2012-01-24 |
| Read about some of the key parameters of this critical specification, which affects many aspects of the signal chain. |
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| Boost SDR performance
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2012-01-04 |
| Here are some examples of how software for system simulation of RF end-to-end architecture design can be used to address the software defined radio design challenges. |
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| Making heterogeneous network possible
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2011-11-30 |
| Here's a discussion on heterogeneous network (HetNet), a technology that will rely heavily on SoC integration to handle the computational complexity of many different types of small cell Evolved NodeB LTE base stations. |
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| Understanding power issues in SDI products (Part 1)
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2011-07-25 |
| Learn about the considerations to make when designing with analog and mixed-signal serial digital interface components. |
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| Improve UMTS/HSDPA network efficiency
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2009-10-16 |
| This article proposes a supplemental UMTS/HSDPA network architecture that cost-effectively improves service by increasing isolation to reduce interference. |
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| Address issues in capacitive-touch interface design (Part 1)
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2011-09-01 |
| Know how to enhance hardware and software reliability of this increasingly popular user interface for consumer products. |
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| Extending ADC resolution/accuracy
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2010-05-27 |
| When considering the resolution required for an ADC integrated in an MCU, embedded systems designers must balance cost and performance. |
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| Evaluating challenges of Docsis testing
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2003-08-18 |
| The business value of having the Docsis stamp of approval on a cable modem termination system or cable modem in today's competitive and rapidly growing market is indisputable. |
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| Smart basestations maximize capacity
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2003-02-17 |
| Advanced processors are allowing the adoption of smart antennas and multiuser detection to triple basestation capacity--for a start. |
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| ADSL front-ends jumping analog hurdles
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2000-10-01 |
| ADSL technology is succeeding as a key way to bring multimedia and Internet content to the home. To achieve complete success, ADSL analog front-ends must be carefully designed to avoid noise and linearity problems. |
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| Hitting the 10Gbps backplane mark
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2004-07-01 |
| To reach the 10Gb backplane plateau, designers need Serdes that can accommodate dynamic environmental conditions. |
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| Direct conversion shrinks WLAN radio costs
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2003-08-01 |
| The combination of advanced technologies and good design practice has brought the benefits of direct-conversion radios to the masses. |
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| RF design: Will the real Eb/N0 please stand up?
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2004-03-16 |
| Errors derived from uncertainties surrounding the location of system noise measurements can be overcome by getting back to basics. |
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| Reduce power-supply effects on ADSL data rates
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2003-03-17 |
| Careful selection of the supply's switching frequency can improve the data rate, size, power consumption, and cost of ADSL modems. |
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| Analyzing ADC noise impacts on wireless systems
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2003-09-01 |
| Noise generated from an ADC can have a big impact on channel performance, so while number of ADCs in a wireless system increase designers must effectively know what impact this noise will have |
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| Design challenges in next-gen WLAN architectures
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2004-08-02 |
| Solution providers take diverse roads for WLAN. Success lies in identifying architectural issues that span RF and DSP domains. |
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| Software-defined radio comes of age
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2004-04-16 |
| Software-defined radio allows one radio platform to service multiple cellular standards. However, availability, cost and the diverse market have limited its deployment. |
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| Predicting sensitivity of ASK receivers
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2004-12-01 |
| Here's a step-by-step method on predicting sensitivity of an RF chip ASK receiver in various remote keyless systems. |
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