Datasheet

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2467X–AVR–06/11
ATmega128
Analog to
Digital
Converter
Features • 10-bit Resolution
• 0.5LSB Integral Non-linearity
• ±2LSB Absolute Accuracy
• 13 - 260µs Conversion Time
• Up to 76.9kSPS (Up to 15 kSPS at Maximum Resolution)
• 8 Multiplexed Single Ended Input Channels
• 7 Differential Input Channels
• 2 Differential Input Channels with Optional Gain of 10x and 200x
• Optional Left Adjustment for ADC Result Readout
• 0 - VCC ADC Input Voltage Range
• Selectable 2.56V ADC Reference Voltage
• Free Running or Single Conversion Mode
• Interrupt on ADC Conversion Complete
• Sleep Mode Noise Canceler
The Atmel
®
AVR
®
ATmega128 features a 10-bit successive approximation ADC. The ADC is
connected to an 8-channel Analog Multiplexer which allows 8 single-ended voltage inputs con-
structed from the pins of Port F. The single-ended voltage inputs refer to 0V (GND).
The device also supports 16 differential voltage input combinations. Two of the differential inputs
(ADC1, ADC0 and ADC3, ADC2) are equipped with a programmable gain stage, providing
amplification steps of 0 dB (1x), 20dB (10x), or 46dB (200x) on the differential input voltage
before the A/D conversion. Seven differential analog input channels share a common negative
terminal (ADC1), while any other ADC input can be selected as the positive input terminal. If 1x
or 10x gain is used, 8-bit resolution can be expected. If 200x gain is used, 7-bit resolution can be
expected.
The ADC contains a Sample and Hold circuit which ensures that the input voltage to the ADC is
held at a constant level during conversion. A block diagram of the ADC is shown in Figure 108.
The ADC has a separate analog supply voltage pin, AVCC. AVCC must not differ more than
±0.3V from V
CC
. See the paragraph “ADC Noise Canceler” on page 236 on how to connect this
pin.
Internal reference voltages of nominally 2.56V or AVCC are provided On-chip. The voltage refer-
ence may be externally decoupled at the AREF pin by a capacitor for better noise performance.