High-speed ADCs are critical in communications, data acquisition, and signal processing systems, and require precise testing to ensure low noise, high accuracy,…
High-speed ADCs are critical in communications, data acquisition, and signal processing systems, and require precise testing to ensure low noise, high accuracy, and reliable performance. This application note from Analog Devices explains dynamic and static test methods, including FFT analysis, dither testing, noise power ratio, and full-power bandwidth measurements, while highlighting the use of the HSC-ADC-EVALC platform with VisualAnalog and SPIController software.
In this white paper, learn how the ADRV9002 SDR transceiver delivers advanced frequency hopping (FH) with dual-PLL…
In this white paper, learn how the ADRV9002 SDR transceiver delivers advanced frequency hopping (FH) with dual-PLL architecture, multichip synchronization, and digital predistortion, enabling fast, secure, and reliable operation for applications like Link 16 and MIMO systems. Its flexible hop tables, PLL muxing, and channel setup capabilities support single- and dual-channel modes, on-the-fly frequency updates, and precise transition and dwell timing for high spectrum efficiency and minimal interference.
In this application note, learn how smart powerline monitors help utilities improve distribution-grid reliability by…
In this application note, learn how smart powerline monitors help utilities improve distribution-grid reliability by measuring voltage, current, power, and power factor across all phases, while addressing challenges like aging equipment, nonlinear loads, EV adoption, and distributed generation. Using high-accuracy ADCs and mixed-signal ICs, these monitors enable real-time calculations, predictive maintenance, and edge-of-grid monitoring for faster problem detection and response.
In this white paper, learn how precision signal chain μModule solutions from Analog Devices integrate amplification,…
In this white paper, learn how precision signal chain μModule solutions from Analog Devices integrate amplification, filtering, data conversion, and power management into compact system-in-package devices for communications, industrial, and automotive applications. By leveraging heterogeneous integration and iPassives technology, these solutions reduce footprint, minimize parasitics, improve dynamic range and noise performance, and shorten development time.
Used in hearables and wearables, single-inductor multiple-output (SIMO) switching regulators extend battery life by…
Used in hearables and wearables, single-inductor multiple-output (SIMO) switching regulators extend battery life by replacing multi-inductor and LDO-based power architectures with a compact, high-efficiency buck-boost design. This white paper from Maxim Integrated (now a part of Analog Devices) explains how SIMO technology time-multiplexes energy across multiple outputs, reduces component count, lowers quiescent current, and optimizes inductor utilization for space-constrained devices.
In this application note from Analog Devices, learn how to implement a quad-input HDMI receiver using dual ADV7612…
In this application note from Analog Devices, learn how to implement a quad-input HDMI receiver using dual ADV7612 devices and an ADV7511 transmitter, focusing on fast switching, signal integrity, and reliable I2C control. It details bus management, tri-stating, trace routing, and termination strategies for video, audio, and line-locked clock signals, along with optional CEC and interrupt handling.
Externally biased RF and microwave amplifiers require precise biasing and power sequencing to ensure optimal performance,…
Externally biased RF and microwave amplifiers require precise biasing and power sequencing to ensure optimal performance, including high gain, linearity, and efficiency, while minimizing part-to-part variation. Analog Devices’ active bias controllers, such as the HMC980LP4E, HMC981LP3E, and HMC920LP5E, maintain constant drain current, generate negative gate voltages, and simplify system design for single- and multi-stage amplifiers. This application note details circuit implementation, VGATE and VNEG adjustments, daisy-chain operation, and protection features, enabling reliable, consistent amplifier performance with reduced external components.
In this application note from Analog Devices, learn how LVDS and M-LVDS enable high-speed, low-power, and noise-immune…
In this application note from Analog Devices, learn how LVDS and M-LVDS enable high-speed, low-power, and noise-immune data transmission for industrial and high-performance digital systems. It outlines key design considerations including topology selection, signaling characteristics, termination, PCB layout, and managing jitter and skew to maintain signal integrity at data rates up to and beyond 1 Gbps.
In this application note, learn how the TMC4671 enables precise closed-loop torque, velocity, and position control for…
In this application note, learn how the TMC4671 enables precise closed-loop torque, velocity, and position control for linear motors using Field Oriented Control (FOC). It details configuration steps for incremental ABN encoder feedback, including pole pair setup, encoder resolution calculation, initialization, and linear scaling to achieve micrometer-level positioning. The note also demonstrates system setup and tuning using TMCL-IDE, providing a practical path from hardware configuration to optimized linear motion performance.
High-side current sensing is critical in motor control, solenoid control, and power management applications for accurate…
High-side current sensing is critical in motor control, solenoid control, and power management applications for accurate load-current measurement while preserving ground integrity and enabling diagnostics. This white paper compares difference amplifiers, like the AD8206, and current-sense amplifiers, like the AD8210, highlighting trade-offs in bandwidth, common-mode rejection, input bias, and voltage-stress tolerance. These architectures support diverse applications—from H-bridge motor control to automotive battery monitoring.
Dual IF sampling receivers are critical in cellular base stations and wireless systems for converting high-frequency RF…
Dual IF sampling receivers are critical in cellular base stations and wireless systems for converting high-frequency RF signals into precise digital data, while addressing challenges like impedance matching, noise reduction, and antialiasing. In this application note, learn how Analog Devices’ design combines a dual mixer, variable gain amplifier, dual 14-bit ADC, and low-jitter clock synthesizer with a fourth-order antialiasing filter to achieve 153.6 MHz IF sampling at 122.88 MSPS and 79.6 dBc spurious-free dynamic range.
HDMI-to-VGA and VGA-to-HDMI converters enable seamless integration between legacy analog displays and modern digital…
HDMI-to-VGA and VGA-to-HDMI converters enable seamless integration between legacy analog displays and modern digital devices, supporting applications in laptops, projectors, automotive infotainment, and multimedia hubs. In this white paper, learn how these converters manage technical challenges such as EDID communication, DE signal regeneration, and color space conversion while ensuring synchronized audio and video streams. Using integrated solutions like the ADV7513, ADV7611, AD9983A, and SSM2604, the converters provide low-power, scalable, and easy-to-implement designs for diverse HDMI-enabled systems.
Used in electric vehicle charging stations, sustainable microgrids, and high-efficiency data centers, precision DC energy…
Used in electric vehicle charging stations, sustainable microgrids, and high-efficiency data centers, precision DC energy metering is critical for accurate billing and reducing CO2 emissions, but traditional AC-side measurements and technical challenges like shunt self-heating and the Seebeck effect often limit performance. This white paper from Analog Devices details a design utilizing the ADA4528 zero-drift amplifier and AD7779 24-bit ADC to overcome measurement drifts and achieve 0.5% class accuracy across a wide dynamic range.
Learn how TVS diodes protect power semiconductors in solid-state DC breakers through surge thermal modeling, with…
Learn how TVS diodes protect power semiconductors in solid-state DC breakers through surge thermal modeling, with insights on switching behavior, packaging, and design optimization.
In this white paper, learn how smart electricity meters equipped with mSure technology enable real-time diagnostics,…
In this white paper, learn how smart electricity meters equipped with mSure technology enable real-time diagnostics, self-calibration, and fraud detection, addressing the limitations of traditional open-loop meters. By injecting a precise reference signal, these meters maintain high accuracy over their lifetime without interrupting normal energy measurement. Integrated with Energy Analytics Studio, mSure supports cloud-based monitoring, optimized asset management, and enhanced utility revenue protection.
Used in wearable and remote health monitoring devices, bioimpedance measurement is critical for evaluating hydration,…
Used in wearable and remote health monitoring devices, bioimpedance measurement is critical for evaluating hydration, body composition, respiration, and cardiac function, but traditional single-frequency methods limit accuracy and flexibility. This white paper from Analog Devices presents the MAX30009, which uses a configurable sinusoidal sweep stimulus and quadrature demodulation to accurately measure impedance magnitude and phase across a wide frequency range while enabling synchronization with ECG and PPG sensors.
Choosing the right test equipment can make or break your design workflow. This quick-reference poster helps you identify…
Choosing the right test equipment can make or break your design workflow. This quick-reference poster helps you identify the best R&S instruments for your application — from signal analysis to power measurements.
Explore the latest innovations, challenges, and future trends shaping next‑generation wearable electronics—from…
Explore the latest innovations, challenges, and future trends shaping next‑generation wearable electronics—from advanced materials to AI‑powered sensing. Download the white paper to see what’s driving the future of wearable technology.
Download the application guide to master Bode plot analysis and optimize the stability of your switching power supply designs.
Download the application guide to master Bode plot analysis and optimize the stability of your switching power supply designs.
Bridge the gap between PCB manufacturing and real-world electronics design with Summit Interconnect’s Electrical…
Bridge the gap between PCB manufacturing and real-world electronics design with Summit Interconnect’s Electrical Engineering Desk Guide, covering fabrication, stack-up, EMI, power delivery, and regulation fundamentals that drive manufacturable, high-performance hardware.