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Analog Application Journal (PDF, 2MB) 3Q 2009

Data Acquisition

  • Impact of sampling-clock spurs on ADC performance (PDF, 1.1 MB) 3Q 2009 Download
  • How the voltage reference affects ADC performance, Part 2 (PDF, 540 KB) 3Q 2009 Download

Power Management

  • Reducing radiated EMI in WLED drivers (PDF, 935 KB) 3Q 2009 Download

Amplifier

  • Using fully differential amplifiers as attenuators, Part 2: Single-ended bipolar input signals (PDF, 990 KB) 3Q 2009 Download
  • Interfacing op amps to high-speed DACs, Part 1: Current-sinking DACs (PDF, 1.3 MB) 3Q 2009 Download
  • Using the infinite-gain, MFB filter topology in fully differential active filters (PDF, 553 KB) 3Q 2009 Download

 

Recent Articles


Amplifier

AAJ Archived Articles - 2007 to 2009 Issue
Using fully differential op amps as attenuators, Part 1: Differential bipolar input signals (PDF, 702 KB) Download 2009 2Q
Output impedance matching with fully differential operational amplifiers (PDF, 718 KB) Download 2009 1Q
Input impedance matching with fully differential amplifiers (PDF, 659 KB) Download 2008 4Q
A dual-polarity, bidirectional current-shunt monitor (PDF, 721 KB) Download 2008 4Q
A new filter topology for analog high-pass filters (PDF, 229 KB) Download 2008 3Q
New zero-drift amplifier has an IQ of 17 µA (PDF, 357 KB) Download 2007 2Q
Accurately measuring ADC driving-circuit settling time (PDF, 195 KB) Download 2007 1Q

Data Acquisition

AAJ Archived Articles - 2007 to 2009 Issue
How the voltage reference affects ADC performance, Part 1 (PDF, 569 KB) Download 2009 2Q
Stop-band limitations of the Sallen-Key, low-pass filter (PDF, 220 KB) Download 2008 4Q
A DAC for all precision occasions (PDF, 688 KB) Download 2008 3Q
Understanding the pen-interrupt (PENIRQ) operation of touch-screen controllers (PDF, 616 KB) Download 2008 2Q
Using touch-screen controller’s auxiliary inputs (PDF, 149 KB) Download 2007 4Q
Calibration in touch-screen systems (PDF, 169 KB) Download 2007 3Q
Conversion Latency in Delta-Sigma Converters (PDF, 220 KB) Download 2007 2Q

General Interest

AAJ Archived Articles - 2007 to 2009 Issue
Spreadsheet modeling tool helps analyze power- and ground-plane voltage drops to keep core voltages within tolerance (PDF, 680 KB) Download

Corresponding spreadsheet (XLS, 32 KB) Download

2007 2Q

Interface

AAJ Archived Articles - 2007 to 2009 Issue
Designing with digital isolators (PDF, 724 KB) Download 2009 2Q
Message priority inversion on a CAN Bus (PDF, 634 KB) Download 2009 1Q
RS-485: Passive failsafe for an idle bus (PDF, 475 KB) Download 2009 1Q
Cascading of input serializers boosts channel density for digital inputs (PDF, 220 KB) Download 2008 3Q
When good grounds turn bad—isolate! (PDF, 174 KB) Download 2008 3Q
Enabling high-speed USB OTG functionality on TI DSPs (PDF, 191 KB) Download 2007 2Q

Low-Power RF

AAJ Archived Articles - 2007 to 2009 Issue
Using the CC2430 and TIMAC with low-power wireless sensors: A power-consumption study (PDF, 414 KB) Download 2008 2Q
Selecting antennas for low-power wireless application (PDF, 550 KB) Download 2008 2Q

Power Management

AAJ Archived Articles - 2007 to 2009 Issue
Taming linear-regulator inrush currents (PDF, 705 KB) Download 2009 2Q
Designing a linear Li-Ion battery charger with power-path control (PDF, 742 KB) Download 2009 2Q
Selecting the right charge-management solution (PDF, 625 KB) Download 2009 2Q
Cell balancing buys extra run time and battery life (PDF, 511 KB) Download 2009 1Q
Improving battery safety, charging, and fuel gauging in portable media applications (PDF, 527 KB) Download 2009 1Q
Paralleling power modules for high-current applications (PDF, 575 KB) Download 2009 1Q
Using a portable-power boost converter in an isolated flyback application (PDF, 491 KB) Download 2009 1Q
Compensating and measuring the DC/DC converter loop that powers a high-power LED driver (PDF, 633 KB) Download 2008 4Q
Designing DC/DC converters based on SEPIC topology ((PDF, 723 KB) Download 2008 4Q
Getting the most battery life from portable systems (PDF, 892 KB) Download 2008 4Q
New current-mode PWM controllers support boost, flyback, SEPIC and LED-driver applications (PDF, 315 KB) Download 2008 3Q
Understanding output voltage limitations of DC/DC buck converters (PDF, 143 KB) Download 2008 2Q
Battery-charger front-end IC improves charging-system safety (PDF, 199 KB) Download 2008 2Q
Driving a WLED does not always require 4 V (PDF, 134 KB) Download 2007 4Q
Host-side gas-gauge-system design considerations for single-cell handheld applications (PDF, 192 KB) Download 2007 4Q
Using a buck converter in an inverting buck-boost topology (PDF, 149 KB) Download 2007 4Q
Power-management solutions for telecom systems improve performance, cost, and size (PDF, 153 KB) Download 2007 3Q
TPS6108x: A boost converter with extreme versatility (PDF, 680 KB) Download 2007 3Q
Get low-noise, low-ripple, high-PSRR power with the TPS717xx (PDF, 227 KB) Download 2007 3Q
Simultaneous power-down sequencing with the TPS74x01 family of linear regulators (PDF, 313 KB) Download 2007 3Q
Enhanced-safety, linear Li-ion battery charger with thermal regulation and input overvoltage protection (PDF, 545 KB) Download 2007 2Q
Current balancing in four-pair, high-power PoE applications (PDF, 269 KB) Download 2007 2Q
Selecting the correct IC for power-supply applications (PDF, 182 KB) Download 2007 1Q
LDO white-LED driver TPS7510x provides incredibly small solution size (PDF, 183 KB) Download 2007 1Q
Power management for processor core voltage requirements (PDF, 184 KB) Download 2007 1Q

Archived Articles


Amplifier

AAJ Archived Articles - 1999 to 2006 Issue
Low-cost current-shunt monitor IC revives moving-coil meter design (PDF, 221 KB) Download 2006 2Q
High-speed notch filters (PDF, 1.2 MB) Download 2006 1Q
Getting the most out of your instrumentation amplifier design (PDF, 178 KB) Download 2005 4Q
So many amplifiers to choose from: Matching amplifiers to applications (PDF, 264 KB) Download 2005 3Q
Auto-zero amplifiers ease the design of high-precision circuits (PDF, 283 KB) Download 2005 2Q
Active filters using current-feedback amplifiers (230.1 KB) Download 2004 3Q
Integrated logarithmic amplifiers for industrial applications (PDF, 176 KB) Download 2004 1Q
Op amp stability and input capacitance (175.3 KB) Download 2004 1Q
Calculating noise figure in op amps (181.3 KB) Download 2003 4Q
Expanding the usability of current-feedback amplifiers (PDF, 217.7 KB) Download 2003 3Q
Video switcher using high-speed op amps (PDF, 157.2 KB) Download 2003 3Q
Analyzing feedback loops containing secondary amplifiers (PDF, 161.5 KB) Download 2003 1Q
RF and IF amplifiers with op amps (PDF, 179.3 KB) Download 2003 1Q
Active output impedance for ADSL line drivers (PDF, 175.9 KB) Download 2002 4Q
FilterPro™ low-pass design tool (PDF, 319.9 KB) Download 2002 3Q
Using high-speed op amps for high-performance RF design, Part 2 (PDF, 187.3 KB) Download 2002 3Q
Using high-speed op amps for high-performance RF design, Part 1 (PDF, 220.7 KB) Download 2002 2Q
Worst-case design of op amp circuits (PDF, 216.6 KB) Download 2002 2Q
Fully differential amplifier design in high-speed data acquisition systems (PDF, 289.8 KB) Download 2002 2Q
Audio power amplifier measurements, Part 2 (PDF, 220.6 KB) Download 2002 1Q
Audio power amplifier measurements (PDF, 258.3 KB) Download 2001 3Q
An audio circuit collection, Part 3 (PDF, 250.3 KB) Download 2001 3Q
Designing for low distortion with high-speed op amps (PDF, 280.4 KB) Download 2001 3Q
Frequency response errors in voltage feedback op amps (PDF, 270.1 KB) Download 2001 1Q
An audio circuit collection, Part 2 (PDF, 292.2 KB) Download 2001 1Q
Pressure transducer-to-ADC application (PDF, 273.7 KB) Download 2001 1Q
Fully differential amplifiers applications: Line termination, driving high-speed ADCs, and differential transmission lines (PDF, 302.6 KB) Download 2001 1Q
Notebook computer upgrade path for audio power amplifiers (PDF, 289.9 KB) Download 2001 1Q
1.6- to 3.6-volt BTL speaker driver reference design (PDF, 279.8 KB) Download 2001 1Q
Analysis of fully differential amplifiers (PDF, 299.6 KB) Download 2000 4Q
Thermistor temperature transducer-to-ADC application (PDF, 278.9 KB) Download 2000 4Q
An audio circuit collection, Part 1 (PDF, 289.3 KB) Download 2000 4Q
Reducing PCB design costs: From schematic capture to PCB layout (PDF, 194.4 KB) Download 2000 3Q
The PCB is a component of op amp design (PDF, 272.6 KB) Download 2000 3Q
Fully differential amplifiers (PDF, 254.3 KB) Download 2000 3Q
Design of op amp sine wave oscillators (PDF, 274.2 KB) Download 2000 3Q
Using a decompensated op amp for improved performance (PDF, 357.4 KB) Download 2000 2Q
Sensor to ADC-analog interface design (PDF, 327.3 KB) Download 2000 2Q
PCB layout for the TPA005D1x and TPA032D0x Class-D APAs (PDF, 275.4 KB) Download 2000 2Q
Matching operational amplifier bandwidth with applications (PDF, 240.1 KB) Download 2000 2Q
Reducing crosstalk of an op amp on a PCB (PDF, 286.1 KB) Download 1999 4Q
Single-supply op amp design (PDF, 246.7 KB) Download 1999 4Q
Power supply decoupling and audio signal filtering for the Class-D audio power amplifier (PDF, 283 KB) Download 1999 3Q
Reducing the output filter of a Class-D amplifier (PDF, 263.4 KB) Download 1999 3Q

Data Acquisition

AAJ Archived Articles - 1999 to 2006 Issue
How the voltage reference affects ADC performance, Part 1 (PDF, 569 KB) Download 2009 2Q
Stop-band limitations of the Sallen-Key, low-pass filter (PDF, 220 KB) Download 2008 4Q
A DAC for all precision occasions (PDF, 688 KB) Download 2008 3Q
Understanding the pen-interrupt (PENIRQ) operation of touch-screen controllers (PDF, 616 KB) Download 2008 2Q
Using touch-screen controller’s auxiliary inputs (PDF, 149 KB) Download 2007 4Q
Calibration in touch-screen systems (PDF, 169 KB) Download 2007 3Q
Conversion Latency in Delta-Sigma Converters (PDF, 220 KB) Download 2007 2Q
Clamp function of high-speed ADC THS4041 (PDF, 237 KB) Download 2006 4Q
Using the ADS8361 with the MSP430 USI port (PDF, 222 KB) Download 2006 3Q
Matching the noise performance of the operational amplifier to the ADC (PDF, 210 KB) Download 2006 2Q
Understanding and comparing datasheets for high-speed ADCs (PDF, 155 KB) Download 2006 1Q
Operating multiple oversampling data converters (PDF, 193 KB) Download 2005 4Q
Low-power, high-intercept interface to the ADS5424 14-bit, 105-MSPS converter for undersampling applications (PDF, 479 KB) Download 2005 4Q
Using resistive touch screens for human-machine interface (PDF, 208 KB) Download 2005 3Q
Simple DSP interface for ADS784x/834x ADCs (PDF, 188 KB) Download 2005 3Q
Implementation of 12-bit delta-sigma DAC with MSC12xx controller (PDF, 372 KB) Download 2005 1Q
Clocking high-speed data converters (PDF, 311 KB) Download 2005 1Q
14-bit, 125-MSPS ADS5500 evaluation (PDF, 715 KB) Download 2005 1Q
Supply voltage measurement and ADS PSRR improvement in MSC12xx devices (PDF, 486 KB) Download 2005 1Q
Streamlining the mixed-signal path with the signal-chain-on-chip MSP430F169 (PDF, 206.7 KB) Download 2004 3Q
ADS809 analog-to-digital converter with large input pulse signal (PDF, 170.5 KB) Download 2004 1Q
Two-channel, 500-kSPS operation of the ADS8361 (PDF, 157 KB) Download 2004 1Q
Evaluation criteria for ADSL analog front end (PDF, 176.2 KB) Download 2003 4Q
Calculating noise figure and third-order intercept in ADCs (PDF, 464.3 KB) Download 2003 4Q
ADS82x ADC with non-uniform sampling clock (PDF, 234.0 KB) Download 2003 4Q
Interfacing op amps and analog-to-digital converters (PDF, 118.6 KB) Download 2002 4Q
Using direct data transfer to maximize data acquisition throughput (PDF, 238.6 KB) Download 2002 3Q
MSC1210 debugging strategies for high-precision smart sensors (PDF, 307.3 KB) Download 2002 3Q
Adjusting the A/D voltage reference to provide gain (PDF, 162.4 KB) Download 2002 3Q
Synchronizing non-FIFO variations of the THS1206 (PDF, 222.2 KB) Download 2002 2Q
SHDSL AFE1230 application (PDF, 269.7 KB) Download 2002 2Q
Intelligent sensor system maximizes battery life: Interfacing the MSP430F123 Flash MCU, ADS7822, and TPS60311 (PDF, 188.6 KB) Download 2002 1Q
A/D and D/A conversion of PC graphics and component video signals, Part 2: Software and control (PDF, 273.2 KB) Download 2001 3Q
A/D and D/A conversion of PC graphics and component video signals, Part 1: Hardware (PDF, 312.7 KB) Download 2001 1Q
Using SPI synchronous communication with data converters—interfacing the MSP430F149 and TLV5616 (PDF, 306.8 KB) Download 2001 1Q
Building a simple data acquisition system using the TMS320C31 DSP (PDF, 364.8 KB) Download 2001 1Q
Using quad and octal ADCs in SPI mode (PDF, 378 KB) Download 2000 3Q
Hardware auto-identification and software auto-configuration for the TLV320AIC10 DSP Codec-a "plug-and-play" algorithm (PDF, 280.4 KB) Download 2000 3Q
Smallest DSP-compatible ADC provides simplest DSP interface (PDF, 387.7 KB) Download 2000 3Q
Efficiently interfacing serial data converters to high-speed DSPs (PDF, 412.2 KB) Download 2000 3Q
Higher data throughput for DSP analog-to-digital converters (PDF, 330.9 KB) Download 2000 3Q
New DSP development environment includes data converter plug-ins (PDF, 342.4 KB) Download 2000 3Q
Introduction to phase-locked loop system modeling (PDF, 241.9 KB) Download 2000 2Q
The design and performance of a precision voltage reference circuit for 14-bit and 16-bit A-to-D and D-to-A converters (PDF, 448.9 KB) Download 2000 2Q
The operation of the SAR-ADC based on charge redistribution (PDF, 236.2 KB) Download 2000 2Q
A methodology of interfacing serial A-to-D converters to DSPs (PDF, 303.9 KB) Download 2000 2Q
Techniques for sampling high-speed graphics with lower-speed A/D converters (PDF, 206.1 KB) Download 1999 4Q
Precision voltage references (PDF, 256.2 KB) Download 1999 4Q
Evaluating operational amplifiers as input amplifiers for A-to-D converters (PDF, 243.7 KB) Download 1999 3Q
Low-power data acquisition sub-system using the TI TLV1572 (PDF, 232.2 KB) Download 1999 3Q
Aspects of data acquisition system design (PDF, 236.8 KB) Download 1999 3Q

General Interest

AAJ Archived Articles - 1999 to 2006 Issue
Analog design tools (PDF, 411 KB) Download 2002 2Q
Synthesis and characterization of nickel manganite from different carboxylate precursors for thermistor sensors (PDF, 301.9 KB) Download Download 2001 1Q

Interface

AAJ Archived Articles - 1999 to 2006 Issue
Detection of RS-485 signal loss (PDF, 417 KB) Download 2006 4Q
Improved CAN network security with TI’s SN65HVD1050 transceiver (PDF, 194 KB) Download 2006 3Q
Device spacing on RS-485 buses (PDF, 213 KB) Download 2006 2Q
Maximizing signal integrity with M-LVDS backplanes (PDF, 1 MB) Download 2005 2Q
Failsafe in RS-485 data buses (PDF, 176.4 KB) Download 2004 3Q
The RS-485 unit load and maximum number of bus connections (PDF, 167.1 KB) Download 2004 1Q
Estimating available application power for Power-over-Ethernet applications (PDF, 146.4 KB) Download 2004 1Q
Power consumption of LVPECL and LVDS (PDF, 197.6 KB) Download 2002 1Q
The SN65LVDS33/34 as an ECL-to-LVTTL converter (PDF, 309.4 KB) Download 2001 3Q
The Active Fail-Safe feature of the SN65LVDS32A (PDF, 355.5 KB) Download 2000 3Q
A statistical survey of common-mode noise (PDF, 290 KB) Download 2000 4Q
Performance of LVDS with different cables (PDF, 304.5 KB) Download 2000 3Q
LVDS: The ribbon cable connection (PDF, 372.7 KB) Download 2000 2Q
LVDS receivers solve problems in non-LVDS applications (PDF, 318.9 KB) Download 2000 2Q
Skew definition and jitter analysis (PDF, 257.2 KB) Download 2000 2Q
Keep an eye on the LVDS input levels (PDF, 336.9 KB) Download 1999 4Q
TIA/EIA-568A Category 5 cables in low-voltage differential signaling (LVDS) (PDF, 258.8 KB) Download 1999 3Q

Low-Power RF

AAJ Archived Articles - 1999 to 2006 Issue
There are no archived Low-Power RF articles prior to 2007  

Power Management

AAJ Archived Articles - 1999 to 2006 Issue
A 3 A, 1.2 Vout linear regulator with 80% efficiency and Plost < 1 W (PDF, 160 KB) Download 2006 4Q
bq25012 single-chip, Li-ion charger and dc/dc converter for Bluetooth® headsets (PDF, 203 KB) Download 2006 4Q
Fully integrated TPS6300x buck-boost converter extends Li-ion battery life (PDF, 170 KB) Download 2006 4Q
TPS61059 powers white-light LED as photoflash or movie light (PDF, 152 KB) Download 2006 3Q
TPS65552A powers portable photoflash (PDF, 145 KB) Download 2006 3Q
Single-chip bq2403x power-path manager charges battery while powering system (PDF, 174 KB) Download 2006 3Q
Complete battery-pack design for one- or two-cell portable applications (PDF, 163 KB) Download 2006 3Q
TLC5940 PWM dimming provides superior color quality in LED video displays (PDF, 232 KB) Download 2006 2Q
Wide-input dc/dc modules offer maximum design flexibility (PDF, 284 KB) Download 2006 2Q
Powering today’s multi-rail FPGAs and DSPs, Part 2 (PDF, 360 KB) Download 2006 2Q
Powering today’s multi-rail FPGAs and DSPs (PDF, 194 KB) Download 2006 1Q
TPS79918 RF LDO suports migration to StrataFlash® Embedded Memory (P30) (PDF, 205 KB) Download 2006 1Q
Practical considerations when designing a power supply with the TPS6211x (PDF, 168 KB) Download 2006 1Q
Li-ion switching charger integrates power FETs (PDF, 143 KB) Download 2005 4Q
TLC5940 dot correction compensates for variations in LED brightness (PDF, 176 KB) Download 2005 4Q
Miniature solutions for voltage isolation (PDF, 291 KB) Download 2005 3Q
New power modules improve surface-mount manufacturability (PDF, 1.07 MB) Download 2005 3Q
Understanding noise in LDO linear regulators (PDF, 234 KB) Download 2005 2Q
Understanding power supply ripple rejection in linear regulators (PDF, 207 KB) Download 2005 2Q
A better bootstrap/bias supply circuit (PDF, 229 KB) Download 2005 1Q
Tips for successful power-up of today’s high-performance FPGAs (PDF, 239.9 KB) Download 2004 3Q
LED-driver considerations (PDF, 159.7 KB) Download 2004 1Q
UCC28517 100-W PFC power converter with 12-V, 8-W bias supply, Part 2 (PDF, 226.1 KB) Download 2003 4Q
UCC28517 100-W PFC power converter with 12-V, 8-W bias supply, Part 1 (203.7 KB) Download 2003 3Q
Soft-start circuits for LDO linear regulators (PDF, 157.7 KB) Download 2003 3Q
Auto-Track™ voltage sequencing simplifies simultaneous power-up and power-down (PDF, 164.8 KB) Download 2003 3Q
Using the TPS61042 white-light LED driver as a boost converter (PDF, 141.2 KB) Download 2003 1Q
Load-sharing techniques: Paralleling power modules with overcurrent protection (PDF, 148.9 KB) Download 2003 1Q
Understanding piezoelectric transformers in CCFL backlight applications (PDF, 169.8 KB) Download 2002 4Q
Power conservation options with dynamic voltage scaling in portable DSP designs (PDF, 182.2 KB) Download 2002 4Q
Using the UCC3580-1 controller for highly efficient 3.3-V/100-W isolated supply design (PDF, 189.1 KB) Download 2002 4Q
Powering electronics from the USB port (PDF, 353 KB) Download 2002 2Q
Optimizing the switching frequency of ADSL power supplies (PDF, 246 KB) Download 2002 2Q
SWIFT™ Designer power supply design program (PDF, 635.4 KB) Download 2002 2Q
Why use a wall adapter for ac input power? (PDF, 297.6 KB) Download 2002 1Q
Comparing magnetic and piezoelectric transformer approaches in CCFL applications (PDF, 306.7 KB) Download 2002 1Q
Power control design key to realizing InfiniBandSM benefits (PDF, 168.8 KB) Download 2002 1Q
Runtime power control for DSPs using the TPS62000 buck converter (PDF, 282 KB) Download 2001 3Q
Power supply solution for DDR bus termination (PDF, 341.3 KB) Download 2001 3Q
-48-V/+48-V hot-swap applications (PDF, 276.2 KB) Download 2001 2Q
Optimal design for an interleaved synchronous buck converter under high-slew-rate, load-current transient conditions (PDF, 291.7 KB) Download 2001 1Q
Comparison of different power supplies for portable DSP solutions working from a single-cell battery (PDF, 419.6 KB) Download 2000 4Q
Understanding the load-transient response of LDOs (PDF, 465.6 KB) Download 2000 4Q
Optimal output filter design for microprocessor or DSP power supply (PDF, 619.8 KB) Download 2000 3Q
Advantages of using PMOS-type low-dropout linear regulators in battery applications (PDF, 367.5 KB) Download 2000 3Q
Low-cost, minimum-size solution for powering future-generation Celeron™-type processors with peak currents up to 26 A (PDF, 471.6 KB) Download 2000 2Q
Simple design of an ultra-low-ripple DC/DC boost converter with TPS60100 charge pump (PDF, 250.6 KB) Download 2000 2Q
Powering Celeron™-type microprocessors using TI’s TPS5210 and TPS5211 controllers (PDF, 365 KB) Download 2000 2Q
Power supply solutions for TI DSPs using synchronous buck converters (PDF, 331.1 KB) Download 2000 2Q
Understanding the stable range of equivalent series resistance of an LDO regulator (PDF, 251.5 KB) Download 1999 4Q
Synchronous buck regulator design using the TI TPS5211 high-frequency hysteretic controller (PDF, 313.9 KB) Download 1999 4Q
TI TPS5602 for powering TI’s DSP (PDF, 234.2 KB) Download 1999 4Q
Migrating from the TI TL770x to the TI TLC770x (PDF, 245 KB) Download 1999 3Q
Extended output voltage adjustment (0 V to 3.5 V) using the TI TPS5210 (PDF, 235.5 KB) Download 1999 3Q
Stability analysis of low-dropout linear regulators with a PMOS pass element (PDF, 243.0 KB) Download 1999 3Q


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