A SNDR BIST for ∑Δ analogue-to-digital converters

Luis Rolíndez*, Salvador Mir, Ahcène Bounceur, Jean Louis Carbonéro

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Abstract

The test of high resolution Sigma-Delta Analogue-to-Digital Converters (∑Δ ADCs) is a costly task due to its high resolution and the large number of samples required. In this paper, we propose a Built-in Self-Test (BIST) technique for the test of SNDR (Signal-to-Noise plus Distortion Ratio) in ∑Δ ADCs. The technique, mostly digital, uses a binary stream as test stimulus and carries out a sine-wave fitting algorithm to analyse the output response. Both the test signal generation and the output response analysis are performed on-chip, taking advantage of the digital resources already present in a ∑Δ ADC. Simulations results show the capability of this technique to obtain measures of the SNDR for a 16-bit audio ∑Δ ADC.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings - 24th IEEE VLSI Test Symposium
Pages314-319
Number of pages6
DOIs
StatePublished - 2006
Externally publishedYes
Event24th IEEE VLSI Test Symposium - Berkeley, CA, United States
Duration: 30 Apr 20064 May 2006

Publication series

NameProceedings of the IEEE VLSI Test Symposium
Volume2006

Conference

Conference24th IEEE VLSI Test Symposium
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityBerkeley, CA
Period30/04/064/05/06

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Computer Science Applications
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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