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VisualAnalog™ Converter Evaluation Tool Version 1.0 User Manual
Rev. 0 | Page 1 of 40
INTRODUCTION
VisualAnalog is a new way to test and characterize data
converters, ADCs, and DACs alike. Whereas tools have been
available in the past, they could perform a limited set of tests.
Whereas these tools did provide many features, their flexibility
was limited to just a few simple options. VisualAnalog provides
the ability to customize the tests in a nearly limitless manner
using a simple graphical user interface.
VisualAnalog interfaces seamlessly with the DAC pattern
generator (DPG) for DAC evaluation and the following ADC
data capture boards for ADC evaluation:
• HSC-ADC-EVALA
• HSC-ADC-EVALB
• HSC-ADC-EVALC
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
1. Quick set up of both ADC and DAC characterization
2. Easy testing of ADCs with reference DACs and DACs with
reference ADCs
3. Easy configuration of custom signal flow tests for ADCs
and DACs
4. Easy testing of converter models and comparison to real
converter devices
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Figure 1. Typical VisualAnalog Canvas
