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Page 1: Experiment 1: The Cascode Amplifier

ECE 434

Linear Electronics II

Laboratory and Experiment

Guide

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ECE 434 Lab Manual

Table Of Contents

Spring 2006

Page Experiment Date Student

SignatureTA

Signature 2 Lab #1: Cascode Amplifier 3 Lab #2: Differential Amplifier 4 Lab #3: Active Filters I 7 Lab #4: Active Filters II

11 Lab #5: Fiber Optic Communications

14 Lab #6: Oscillators

16 Lab #7: Voltage-Shunt Feedback Amplifier

17 Lab #8: Series-Shunt Feedback Amplifier

18 Lab #9: IC555 Timer Monostable and Astable Exp

20 Additional Lab #1: Voltage-Series Feedback Amp

21 Additional Lab #2: Voltage Comparators 23 Data Sheet Appendix

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Experiment 1: The Cascode Amplifier The cascode amplifier configuration consists of a common emitter stage followed by a common base stage. The two major advantages of a cascode amplifier are a low load resistance (which results in an improved frequency response) and a high output resistance. Build the following circuit:

R1 18k

Vsmall

2N2222

R3 8k

C1

10u

0

0

Vcc

12V

2N2222

4k 01u

R2 4k

10u

RC 4k1u

RL 2k

RE 3.3k

0

Figure 1: Cascode Amplifier 1. Measure the DC operating point of each transistor and compare your results with

the calculated values. 2. At a frequency of 5 KHz, measure the voltage gain, the input and the output

resistance and compare your results with the theoretical values. Calculate the power gain from both experimental and theoretical values.

3. Find the maximum peak-to-peak output voltage swing (i.e. the maximum swing

without distortion). 4. Measure the frequency response of the circuit and comment on the change

observed in comparison with a single stage common-emitter amplifier. 5. Simulate the circuit using Pspice. Compare the Pspice results with those obtained

in the previous parts.

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Experiment 2: The Differential Amplifier

Ri

1k

RL

0

15V

Figure 1: Differential Amplifier

0

0

Vi 1

R2

2N2222

2N2222

0

R1

RL

15V

Figure 2: ConstantCurrent Source

Vo 1

RE 1.5k

Ri

1k

Vi 2

2N2222

15V

0

RE

Vo 2

1. Calculate the resistor values so that the Q points of the transistors are at 8 volts

and 3 milliamps. 2. Set Vi2 equal to zero volts. Measure and plot the DC transfer characteristics of Vi1

versus the two outputs. (Vary Vi1 from -1V to 1V in small increments) 3. Apply a small differential input signal iυ at Vi1. Measure the single-ended

differential gain and the common-mode gain. Compare the resulting values with the theoretical values.

4. Find the theoretical and experimental common-mode rejection ratios of the

circuit. 5. Replace RE and adjoining voltage source with the circuit found in Figure 2.

Calculate resistor values that will give the same operating points. Repeat steps 3, 4, and 5.

6. Simulate both circuits using Pspice. Compare the Pspice results with those

obtained in the previous parts.

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Experiment 3: Active Filters I Low Pass Filters An ideal low pass filter is a circuit that passes those frequencies lower than the corner frequency and attenuates those frequencies higher than the corner frequency. Therefore, the ideal low pass filter has a gain of unity below the corner frequency and has a gain of zero above the corner frequency. In practice however, it is not possible to achieve this ideal characteristic; the gain of the filter begins to decrease when the frequency approaches the corner frequency and it does not decrease as sharply as that of the ideal filter after this frequency. The simplest form of the active low pass filter is shown in Figure 1.

-12V

0

0 0

R3 4.7k

0

RG 600

VS

12V

Figure 1: Low Pass Filter

R1

10k

RL 1kLM 741+

-.

.

.

R2 10k

0

C1

1n

This filter uses a capacitor and a resistor connected in parallel in the feedback path of an inverting amplifier. When the frequency is low, the reactance of the capacitor is very large; so the gain is approximately unity. At high frequencies, however, the reactance is small, and the feedback impedence is small. This causes a small gain. This filter is a single pole filter because there is only one pole in the transfer function of the filter, which is created by the RC pair. The corner frequency of the filter is given by:

RCfc π2

1=

Since the corner frequency is defined as the frequency where the gain is .707 (3dB), the reactance of the capacitor must be equal to the value of the resistor. Note that the roll-off for the single pole filter is 6 dB per octave (equal to 20 dB per decade). A two pole active low pass filter is shown in Figure 2.

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0

RL 1k

- 12V

12V

R2

10k

RG 600

R1

10kLM 741

+

-

..

.

C2 10n

0

VS

0

0

C1

20n

0

Figure 2: Two pole active low pass filter

It is called a two pole filter because there are two poles in the transfer function as a result of having tow RC pairs. Since there are two poles, the roll-off after the corner frequency will be 12 dB per octave, or 40 dB per decade. Thus, the two pole filter is a better approximation to the ideal filter. In this case, the corner frequency is given by the following equation:

212121

CCRRfc π=

High Pass Filters

Figure 3: Single pole high pass filter

C1

20n

0

-12Vdc

0

RG 600

R1

10k

R2

10k

LM 741+

-

..

.

R3 10k

0

12Vdc

RL 1k

VS

0

0

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The high pass filter attenuates the low frequencies below the corner frequency and passes the high frequencies above the corner frequency. The effect is just the opposite of the low pass filter and its response is the symmetric of the low pass response about the vertical axis passing through the corner frequency. Again there are single pole and two pole high pass filters (as shown in Figures 3 and 4 respectively). The formulas for the critical and corner frequencies are the same as those given for the low pass filter. Of course, the roll-off is 6 dB per octave for a single pole filter and 12 dB per octave in a two pole filter.

VS

0

R2 10k

0

Figure 4: Two pole high pass filter

0 0

-12V

LM 741+

-

..

.

0

12V

C1

10n

R1

4.7k

RG 600

RL 1k

C2 10n

Procedure

1. Build the single pole low pass filter shown in Figure 1 2. Sweep the input signal frequency from10 Hz to 100 KHz while monitoring the

output signal (Use an input signal of 1 Volt peak-to-peak). 3. Measure the corner frequency (or -3 dB frequency) and plot the frequency

response. 4. Monitor the 6 dB per octave (or 20 dB per decade slope). 5. Repeat the steps above for the filters shown in Figures 2,3, and 4. For the two

pole filters monitor the 12 dB per octave (or 40 dB per decade slope). 7. Simulate all circuits using Pspice. Compare the Pspice results with those

obtained in the previous parts.

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Experiment 4: Active Filters II 1. Band Pass Filters An ideal band pass filter is a circuit that passes only a specific frequency or a group of frequencies. There are different types of band pass filters: The “Twin T” active band pass filters are highly selective. If a broad band of frequencies are to be passed, the cascaded low and high pass filters are used. Finally, the state variable active filter finds its use when the passing frequencies and bandwidth is to be made variable. The “Twin T” Band Pass Filters The “Twin T” band pass filter is a combination of low pass and high pass filters (see Figure 1). In this type of filter, the roll-off frequency of the low pass filter coincides with the roll-off frequency of the high pass filter. However, there is a 180 degree phase difference in the currents at the center frequency. Theoretically, the currents therefore cancel. Also, at the center frequency, the impedances of the T circuits are very high, which results in a high gain. The frequency at which the gain of the filter has a maximum peak is given by:

RCfc π2

1=

where R=R1=R2, C=C1=C2, R3=R2/2, and C3=2C

Figure 1: "Twin T" Band Pass Filter

R1

6.8k

R6

100k

0

VS

R3

10kC2

10n

R5 5.6k

C3 20n

C1

10n

0

RG 600

0

-12Vdc

0

LM 741+

-

..

.

R2

6.8k

12VdcR4

10k

0

RL 1k

0

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Cascaded Band Pass Filters Cascading the two pole low pass and high pass filters provides a band pass filter which has a broad frequency selection capability, a flat response in the pass band (unity gain), and a roll-off on both the high and low end of the pass band which, theoretically, is 40 dB per octave (refer to Figure 2).

C22 500p

12V

R11

10k

VS

RG 600

0

C220n

0

R1

10k

LM 741+

-

..

.

RL 1k

C11

1n

0 00

R22

10k

-12V

LM 741+

-

..

.

0

C1

10n

12V

R210k

Figure 2: Cascaded Band Pass Filter

00

-12V

The State Variable Band Pass Filter The state variable band pass filter is a combination of two low pass filters (integrators) and an inverting (summing) amplifier. Basically, the band pass is accomplished by the two low pass filters, where one is converted to a high pass filter by an additional 180 degree phase shift (see Figure 3). The center frequency of the state variable band pass filter is given by:

217521

CCRRfc π=

2. Band Reject Filters Band reject (or band stop) filters do exactly the opposite of the band pass filters; they reject a specific frequency or a group of frequencies and pass the rest. A “Twin T” band reject filter is shown in Figure 4. Notice that the only change in the circuit compared to the “Twin T’ band pass filter is the location of the two twin circuits. Since the T circuits have a very high impedance at the center frequency, the gain at the center frequency will be approximately zero.

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R5

100k

R9 10k

0

0

R6 10k -12V

C2

20n

LM 741+

-

..

.

R10

4.7k

R8 10k -12V

12V

R1

10k

VS

C1

20n

Figure 3: The State Variable Band Pass Filter

R3 4.7k

0

R4

10k

R7

10k

12V

LM 741+

-

..

.

0

00

LM 741+

-

..

.RG 600

0

0

R2

10k

12V

0

-12V

RL

1k

00

0

C1

10n

0

Figure 4: Band Reject Filter

0 0

RG 600

R6

100k

12V

R3

10k

0

R5

100k

C3

20nVS

RL 1k

C2

10n

0

LM 741+

-

..

.

-12V

R1

6.8k

R2

6.8k

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Procedure 1.

1.1. Build the “Twin T” band pass filter shown in Figure 1. 1.2. Measure the center frequency using a 100 mV peak-to-peak input signal. 1.3. Measure the voltage gain at the center frequency and verify by:

4

6

RR

AV =

1.4. Measure the bandwidth of the filter ( LH ffBw −= ) and verify the result by using cfBw

Q≈ where . VAQ =

1.5. Plot the frequency response.

2.

2.1. Build the cascaded band pass filter shown in Figure 2. 2.2. Using a 1 V peak-to-peak input signal, measure the low and high cutoff

frequencies and find the bandwidth. 2.3. Plot the frequency response.

3.

3.1. Build the state variable band pass filter shown in Figure 3. 3.2. Measure the center frequency using a 100 mV peak-to-peak input signal. Adjust

resistor R9 so that the center frequency is at the theoretical value.

3.3. Measure the bandwidth and verify your result by 5 1

12

BwR Cπ

3.4. Plot the frequency response.

4.

4.1. Build the band reject filter shown in Figure 4. 4.2. Using a 1 V peak-to-peak input signal, measure the center frequency. 4.3. Plot the frequency response.

5. Simulate all circuits using Pspice. Compare the Pspice results with those obtained in the previous parts.

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Experiment 5: Fiber Optic Communications

Background:

Digital communication systems transmit information in binary format, i.e., the information transmitted by a digital communication system consists of a sequence of bits. This brings about two fundamental questions:

1. How is information converted into a sequence of bits? 2. How are bits transmitted, i.e., mapped to the signals used by the

communications system? We will experiment with solutions to each of these questions.

For this experiment, we will focus on transmitting textual information. Converting a sequence of characters into a sequence of bits is fairly straightforward and is referred to as encoding. The standard way to convert text into bits relies on the ASCII code that maps each character into a sequence of eight bits. An excerpt from the ASCII conversion table is attached. Alternative conversion methods exist and we wil1look at encoding used for telegraph systems as well; the corresponding code is known as the Morse code.

There are many methods for transmitting a sequence of bits. Each bit is mapped to one of two allowed values for the amplitude ( e.g. +5V and 0V), phase ( e.g., 0 degrees or 180 degrees), or frequency of the transmitted signal. These digital modulation methods are known as amplitude shift keying (ASK), phase shift keying (PSK), and frequency shift keying (FSK), respectively. The receiver observes the signal and makes a decision which bit (0 or 1) was transmitted. Systems operating in this way require tight synchronization between the transmitter and receiver. Both transmitter and receiver must agree when the transmission of a specific bit transmission begins and ends. For the purposes of this experiment, synchronization is difficult to achieve. Instead we resort to using an alternative modulation method that is self-synchronizing.

Pulse width modulation (PWM) maps bits to long or short pulses. There is a pause

between each pulse that signals the beginning and end of bits. Therefore, the receiver can deduce the bit timing very easily from the observed signal itself. For this experiment, we let a O-bit be transmitted as a short pulse and a 1-bit is transmitted as a long (wide) pulse. Long pulses should be approximately three times as long as a short pulse. Using pulse width modulation you will be able to operate the transmitter manually and also decode the received signal manually. Hence, you get (literally) hands-on experience how a digital transmitter and receiver work.

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Part 1: Building the Fiber Optical Communication System circuits Important note: You will not use the printed circuit boards in your kit as the circuit

requires some modifications to ensure reliable operation.

Procedure: 1. Study the instructional booklet. You are expected to be familiar with the theory of

the operation of the kit as described in the booklet before you come to the lab. 2. Set up the transmitter circuit as shown in Figure 9 of the booklet. 3. Verify the operation of the transmitter circuit by observing the voltage at test

point TP 1 with input EN equal to 0 and input EXT varied between 0 and 1. Then measure the voltage across the LED (IF-E96). Make a note of your expected results compared with your actual measurements.

4. Prepare and connect the optical fiber according to the instructions on page 5 of the booklet.

5. Set up the receiver circuit (preferably on a second board) according to the diagram below.

6. You will have to tune the biasing resistor between the two transistors. What is the

purpose of that transistor and what voltage should you expect to observe between the base and emitter of the second transistor, i.e., across the lower half of the potentiometer?

• To tune the circuit, you should adjust the potentiometer such that you ,

• e across the base-emitter junction of the second transistor.

observe the proper switching behavior in your receiver, in other wordsmonitor both the EXT input of the transmitter (set EN equal to 0) and the DATA output of the receiver and adjust the potentiometer until bothare equal. Measure the DC voltag

Q2

IF-D92

Q1

Q2N39044093

Figure 1: Circuit Diagram Of The Receiver

1k

05V

1k

0

DATA

TP3

TP2

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7. The rem s aining measurements are intended to assess the performance limits of thicircuit. For this purpose, connect a square wave signal generator to the EXT input of the circuit (EN remains equal to 0). Make sure the signal generator produces TTL levels! Throughout, observe signals at test points TP 1 (transmitter) and TP 3 (receiver) on the oscilloscope.

8. Begin with a frequency of 1 KHz. Compare the two signals. Observe the effect when adjusting the biasing potentiometer. Fine-tune the potentiometer to make the two signals as similar as possible. Sketch the two signals and accurately measure and indicate the observed voltage levels as well as the delay between the two signals.

art 2: Using the Fiber Optical Communication System P Procedure: l. In the circuit from the previous experiment, connect the EXT input of the

transmitter to one of the toggle switches (labeled A/A with overbar). Connect the DATA output to one of the LEDs. Verify that you can switch the DATA output via the EXT toggle switch. If necessary, correct the EN input.

2. he name of your Take a short text message (5-10 characters, e.g., your name or t

dog) and convert it into a sequence of bits. Use the Morse code table below for encoding. Dots denote short pulse and dashes stand for long pulses. If the duration of a dot is taken to be one unit, then that of a dash is three units. The space between the components of one character is one unit, between characters is three units and between words seven units.

3. g Morse code sequence using pulse width While you are transmitting the resultin

modulation, your lab partner should observe the DATA LED and convert his observation into a text message. Did any errors occur?

4. e DATA LED and The partner who operated the receiver should observe th

convert his observation into a text message. Did any errors occur? 5. Repeat parts 2 through 4 with reversed roles. Morse Code Table A .- B -… C -.-. D -.. E . F ..-. G --.

H …. I .. J .--- K -.- L .-.. M -- O ---

P .--. W .-- Q --.- X -..- R .-. S … T - U ..- V …

Y -.-- Z --..

-

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Experiment 6: Oscillators

Part 1: RC Phase Shift Oscillator

RC 6.8k

R3

560

C

R3.9k

0

0

CE10u

C

RE 1k

0

R3.9k

0

Figure 1: RC Phase shift Oscillator

R2 6.8k

R1 47k

C

Q2

2N2222

12V

1. Build the circuit taking C = 10 nF. 2. Power up the circuit and observe the output on the oscilloscope. 3. Measure the period and find the frequency. 4. Verify the experimental result by using:

1 1*2

6 4 C

fRC R

=+

5. Repeat the above experiment for C = 1 nF. 6. Simulate both circuit configurations using Pspice. Compare the Pspice results

with those obtained in the previous parts. Questions: 1. Why is the value of R2 not equal to that of R? 2. How does the emitter bypass capacitor affect the output? 3. What happens when one of the capacitors in the feedback network has a different

value than the others? Thoroughly explain the reason for it.

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Part 2: Wein Bridge Oscillator

0

Figure 1: Wein bridge Oscillator

2N2222

1.5k

82k

R

15k

10n

12V

2N2222

0

18k

1k

22k470

C

10n

3.9k

1. Build the correct circuit and do not power it up until you have made certain that all connections are complete and correct.

2. Observe the output on the oscilloscope. Vary the 1 KOhm potentiometer to

obtain the maximum output voltage without distortion.

3. Measure the frequency and amplitude of the output signal.

4. Based on theory, what is the possible maximum peak-to-peak output voltage?

5. The theoretical value of the frequency of the output is given by:

RCfc π2

1=

where R and C are the resistor and capacitor in the feedback circuit. Substitute the values of Rand C in the above equation and calculate the frequency. Compare this with your experimental result.

6. Simulate the circuit using Pspice. Compare the Pspice results with those obtained

in the previous parts.

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Experiment 7: Voltage-Shunt Feedback Amplifier

15V

RL

VS

0

0

R1

Figure 1: Voltage-Shunt feedback amplifier

0

RF

2N2222

1. Design the circuit so that the transistor operates with VCE equal to 6 volts and IC

equal to 1 mA. Neglect the base current in the design of the input circuit and assume:

KohmsRR f 1001 =+ 2. Measure the voltage gain. Explain any discrepancy from the theoretical value. 3. Measure the frequency response of the amplifier. 4. Measure the input and output resistances and compare them with the theoretical

values. 5. Simulate the circuit using Pspice. Compare the Pspice results with those obtained

in the previous parts.

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Experiment 8: Series-Shunt Feedback Amplifier

RL 2k

Q2

2N2222

Vsmall

Rs

10k

5mA

0

1mA

0

0

0 0R1 1k

Q3

2N2222

0

10.7V

Q1

2N2222

Figure 1: Series-Shunt feedback amplifier

R2

9k

R3 20k

1. Design the two current sources and construct the circuit shown above in Figure 1. 2. Using a small input signal measure the voltage gain of each stage, the total

voltage gain, the input resistance, and the output resistance 3. Plot the frequency response of the amplifier.

4. Using ( ) ( )( )( )[ ] ( )( )( )213

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1

21

121

21333

////

1//

110

//1//''

RRRrRRR

RRrr

RRRrRVVA

Le

L

ee

Le

i

o

+++

++

+++

+++==

ββ

β and

21

1

''

RRR

VV

o

f

+==β compare experimental results with calculated values. Note that

A is the open-loop amplifier gain and β is the feedback factor. Also note that

1 2, ,β β and 3β are the beta values of the transistors and respectively. 1 2,Q Q , 3Q 5. Simulate the circuit using Pspice. Compare the Pspice results with those obtained

in the previous parts.

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Experiment 9: IC555 Timer For Monostable and Astable Operation Monostable Operation: In this case the timer functions as a one-shot. The external capacitor C is initially held discharged by a transistor inside the timer. Upon application of a negative trigger pulse of less than 1/3 Vcc to pin 2, the internal flip flop is set. This both releases the short circuit across the capacitor and drives the output high. The voltage across the capacitor increases exponentially for a period of

at the end of which time the voltage equals 2/3 V11.1 CRt a= cc. The comparator then resets the internal flip flop, which in turn discharges the capacitor and drives the output to its low state. Complete the following:

1. Connect the circuit as shown in Figure 1 for Monostable Operation 2. Design values for which Ra and C produce t= 1.1 ms 3. Measure and draw the waveform using an oscilloscope and compare with the

theoretical values. 4. Write down your observations and comments. 5. Simulate the circuit using Pspice. Compare the Pspice results with those

obtained in the previous parts.

0

C

LM555

7

26

3

14 8

5

Discharge

TriggerThreshold

Out

.R

eset

Vcc

CV

Ra50

1M

+5 to 15 V

0.1u

Figure 1: Monostable Operation

0

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Astable Operation: If the circuit is connected as shown in Figure 2 (pins 2 and 6 shorted), it will trigger itself and free run as a multi-vibrator. The external capacitor C charges through Ra+Rb, and discharges through Rb only. Thus the duty cycle may be precisely set by the ratio of these two resistors. In this mode, the charge and discharge times, and therefore the frequency are independent of the supply voltage. Complete the following:

1. Connect the circuit as shown in Figure 2 for Astable Operation 2. Design values of Ra and Rb using msCRRt ba 7.4)(693.1 =+= and

, where is the charge time, and is the discharge time. msCRt b 2693.2 == 1t 2t3. Calculate the total time period and the Duty Cycle. 4. Write down your observations and comments. 5. Simulate the circuit using Pspice. Compare the Pspice results with those

obtained in the previous parts.

+5 to 15 V

0.1u

0

LM555

7

26

3

14 8

5

Discharge

TriggerThreshold

Out

.R

eset

Vcc

CV

50

Rb

1M

Figure 2: Astable Operation

Ra

C

0

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Additional Experiments These experiments will be used at the T.A.’s discretion. They could be used as a regular experiment, as a midterm or final exam, or just for practice. Additional Experiment 1: Voltage Series Feedback Amplifier

1.5k

10u

51k

2.2k

1.5kVS

200

2N2222

0

0120k

100k 2.2k

2N2222

0

0

10u

10u

2k

Figure 1: Voltage-Series feedback amplifier

0

12V

22u

10u

200

22u

30k

1. Construct the circuit without the 2kΩ/10μF feedback network and measure the

DC operating point of each transistor. 2. Using a small input signal (at f = 5 KHz ) measure the voltage gain of each stage,

the total voltage gain, the input resistance, and the output resistance 3. Find the lower and higher cutoff frequencies if possible. 4. Connect the feedback network to the circuit and repeat steps 2 and 3. 5. Compare experimental results with calculated values. 6. Simulate the circuit using Pspice. Compare the Pspice results with those obtained

in the previous parts.

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Additional Experiment 2: Voltage Comparators The LM311 is a high speed voltage comparator. This device is designed to operate from a wide range of power supply voltages, including +15V supplies for operational amplifiers and 5V supplies for logic systems. The output levels are compatible with most TTL and MOS circuits. These comparators are capable of driving lamps or relays isolated from the system ground. The outputs can drive loads referenced to ground, +Vcc or –Vcc. The offset balancing and strobe capabilities are available, and the outputs can be wire-OR connected. If the strobe is low, the output will be in the off state regardless of the differential output. Summary of Features:

1. Operates from a single 5V supply 2. Input current 150 nA max 3. Offset current 20 nA max 4. Differential input voltage range ±30V 5. Power consumption is 135 mW at ±15V

Applications of Voltage Comparators: There are several applications, but we are looking at the following two only:

1. Positive Peak Detector 2. Zero Crossing Detector Driving MOS Logic

Experiment Procedure:

1. Positive Peak Detector a. Connect the circuit as shown in Figure 1 b. Increase the amplitude of the input for various waveforms (sine, square,

triagle) and note the output waveform. Measure the positive peak value and output voltage value by using an oscilloscope.

c. Draw the waveforms and write your comments. d. Simulate the circuit using Pspice. Compare the Pspice results with those

obtained in the previous parts.

2. Zero Crossing Detector a. Connect the circuit as shown in Figure 2 b. Change the circuit frequency of the signals for various waveforms

(sine, square, and triangle) and note the particular reading when the comparator detects the zero crossing point reading.

c. Draw the waveforms and write your comments. d. Simulate the circuit using Pspice. Compare the Pspice results with

those obtained in the previous parts.

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15V

LM311 7

2

3 1

84

.

+

- .

..

0

R3

10k+

0

15V

0

Internally ShortedVin

R1

2k

LM310N6

3.

+

-

Figure 1: Positive Peak Detector

C11.5n

0

R2

1000k

R2

3k

R3 10k

Figure 2: Zero Crossing Detector Driving MOS Logic

-10V

R1 3k

To MOSLogic

LM311 7

2

3 1

84

6

5

.

+

- .

..

.

.

0

5V

-10V

0

0 0

0

0

Vin

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