The Socionext Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) IP is designed to provide high efficiency and ultra-low power for various mixed-signal applications, including portable ultrasound devices, mobile basebands, TV demodulators, industrial automation and robotics. Based on a 65nm CMOS process, the ADC macro features a sophisticated Successive Approximation Register (SAR) that reduces power consumption by up to 90% compared to conventional ADCs while still offering the high-speed and performance necessary for demanding applications.
Features and Benefits
- 10bit resolution for high accuracy
- Up to 50MS/s for fast sampling
- 1.2V power supply for low voltage design
- 1.5mW (TYP) for ultra-low-power macro operation
- 1.2Vpp low-noise-differential analog input
Applications
- Portable ultrasound and medical imaging equipment
- Robotic and high-speed scanners
- Demodulation equipment such as ISDB-T, ISDB-Tsb, DVB-T and CMMB
