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Re: [AVR-Chat] Question about using PWM to an RC

2006-01-08 by James Washer

No problem.. I likely stated my questions poorly... i.e... I'm using PWM and a L.P filter to creat a DAC

On Sat, 07 Jan 2006 21:39:58 -0600
Thomas Keller <tkeller1@neb.rr.com> wrote:

> Thomas Keller wrote:
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> >>Below is my (limited) understanding of PWM DAC.. I'm just looking for comments regarding (any) mistakes in my understanding.
> >>   I am confused.  Why wouldyou drive a DAC with PWM?  If you're using a 
> >>DAC, just output the digital value to the DSAC, either in parallel or 
> >>serial format (depending onthe DAC).  Or, use PWM to accomplish Digital 
> >>to Aanlog conversion.  Why would you combine the techniques?  Using PWM 
> >>makes the DAC superfluous and redundant.
> >>tom
> >>P.S.  someone do correct me if I am mistaken in this
> >>    
> >>
>   sheesh*here I am replying to myself.  In reading the many responses to 
> this message, I realize that I was, indeed, confused about what was 
> being asked.  *heh*  Open Mouth,
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