TPA6204A1DRB vs TPA6111A2D
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| Category | Linear - Amplifiers - Audio | Linear - Amplifiers - Audio |
| Manufacturer | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments |
| Description | IC AMP CLASS AB MONO 1.7W 8SON | IC AMP CLASS AB STER 150MW 8SOIC |
| Package | Tube | Tube |
| Series | - | - |
| Type | Class AB | Class AB |
| Features | Depop, Differential Inputs, Shutdown, Thermal Protection | Depop, Short-Circuit and Thermal Protection, Shutdown |
| Voltage - Supply | 2.5V ~ 5.5V | 2.5V ~ 5.5V |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 85°C (TA) | -40°C ~ 85°C (TA) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount | Surface Mount |
| Package / Case | 8-VDFN Exposed Pad | 8-SOIC (0.154\", 3.90mm Width) |
| Supplier Device Package | 8-SON (3x3) | 8-SOIC |
| Output Type | 1-Channel (Mono) | Headphones, 2-Channel (Stereo) |
| Max Output Power x Channels @ Load | 1.7W x 1 @ 8Ohm | 150mW x 2 @ 16Ohm |
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1. What is an audio amplifier and what does it do?
An audio amplifier is a device that amplifies an audio signal, such as music or speech, to a higher voltage or current level to drive speakers or headphones, ensuring that the sound remains clear and accurate when played at higher volumes.
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2. What types of audio amplifiers are available?
Common types of audio amplifiers include:
Class A amplifiers: have the highest sound quality, but are less efficient.
Class B amplifiers: More efficient, but may produce crossover distortion.
Class AB amplifiers: between Class A and Class B with good balance.
Class D amplifier: highest efficiency, suitable for portable devices, but slightly lower sound quality. -
3. What is the Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) of an audio amplifier?
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) is the distortion component introduced by an audio amplifier during the signal amplification process. the lower the THD, the closer the amplified audio signal will be to the original signal, and usually high quality audio amplifiers have a THD value of less than 1%.
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4. What should the frequency response range of an audio amplifier be?
The frequency response range of a good quality audio amplifier is usually between 20Hz and 20kHz, which is the typical frequency range that the human ear can hear. A wider frequency response ensures that the audio amplifier can accurately reproduce both low and high frequency details.

