Mixed Signal/Analog

Linear Technology introduces the LTM9012, a quad 14-bit, 125Msps µModule analog-to-digital converter (ADC) with integrated fixed gain drivers, passive filtering and bypass capacitance. The integrated µModule converters offer dramatic reduction in board space for high channel-count applications as diverse as medical imaging systems and MIMO (multiple input multiple output) 4G base stations.

Microchip Technology Inc. today launched its next-generation energy-measurement analog front end (AFE), the MCP3911, which features two 24-bit, delta-sigma ADCs that operate at 3V with industry-leading accuracy of 94.5 dB SINAD and 106.5 dB THD. This provides better energy-meter and power-monitoring performance by accurately measuring from start-up to maximum current, and enables faster calibration during production.

Texas Instruments Incorporated today introduced an integrated circuit (IC) that converts a smartphone or tablet computer's narrow soundstage into a much wider and exciting audio experience for consumers. The stereo spatial array IC and companion software tool enable mobile device designers to overcome the limited soundstage of closely spaced speakers by manipulating sounds in 3D space to create a bigger, more immersive cinematic experience.

Linear Technology Corporation introduces the LTC2389-18, the industry’s fastest 18-bit no cycle latency SAR ADC (analog-to-digital converter). The LTC2389-18 achieves unrivaled 99.8dB SNR and -116dB THD at sample rates up to 2.5Msps. Operating from a single 5V supply, the LTC2389-18 supports three pin-configurable analog input ranges, easily interfacing to multiple signal chains with a single device.

Fairchild Semiconductor has developed the FAB2210 audio subsystem with integrated Class-G headphone amplifier and Class-D speaker amplifier to help designers of mobile devices, such as smart phones and portable media players.

Texas Instruments Incorporated has redefined the low-power amplifier market with today’s introduction of a fully differential analog-to-digital converter (ADC) driver that provides more than eight times the performance-to-power ratio of similar devices. The THS4531 fully differential amplifier uses only 250 uA of quiescent current while providing 36 MHz of bandwidth to support the high-performance, ultra-low power needs of portable and high...

Delivering the industry’s most power efficient solutions without compromising performance or ease of use, Texas Instruments Incorporated today unveiled three new devices based on its KeyStone multicore architecture utilizing the TMS320C66x digital signal processors (DSP) generation. TI’s new TMS320C665x DSPs feature combined fixed- and floating-point capabilities, delivering real-time high performance at low power coupled with smaller...

Texas Instruments Incorporated today introduced two configurable analog front ends (AFE) that provide an easy-to-use, modular solution for bridging the gap between the microprocessor and sensor. Design engineers can dramatically reduce their development time by using a single AFE across multiple nondispersive infrared (NDIR) gas sensor and pH sensor platforms instead of designing several complex discrete solutions.

Continuing to push the limits of data converter performance, Texas Instruments Incorporated today introduced the industry’s fastest 16-bit digital-to-analog converter (DAC). The quad DAC34SH84 is 50-percent faster and uses 50-percent less power than the closest 16-bit DAC alternative, clocking in at 1.5 GSPS and consuming just 362 mW per channel.

Fujitsu Semiconductor Europe today announces its first 3rd generation high performance Digital to Analog Converter Application Specific Standard Product (ASSP). The MB86066 ‘Anakin’ DAC combines 14-bit resolution with a market-defining conversion rate of up to 12GS/s. The new product will deliver benefits to, amongst other applications, broadband communications systems, multi-band radio communications systems and test and measurement equipmen...