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Sigma-delta modulator with reduced switching rate for use in class-D amplification

US6924757B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 21, 2004
Grant dateAug 2, 2005
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Expiry dateMay 21, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH03M3/454
  • WIPO fieldBasic communication processes
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A sigma delta modulator includes a modulator module that includes a quantizer with variable hysteresis, which receives an input signal to perform necessary modulation operations. A non-linear mapping module receives a signal associated with said input signal and tabulates the necessary hysteresis control information so as to reduce the transition rate of the modulator module.

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