encoder circuit
[ɪnˈkoʊdər ˈsɜːrkɪt]
nounpl: encoder circuits
circuito codificador
1. An electronic circuit that converts input signals or data into a coded format suitable for transmission, storage, or processing
The encoder circuit converts the analog signal into digital data that the microprocessor can understand.
O circuito codificador converte o sinal analógico em dados digitais que o microprocessador pode compreender.
2. A digital logic circuit with multiple inputs that produces a coded output representing which input is active
The priority encoder circuit determines which of the eight input lines has the highest priority.
O circuito codificador de prioridade determina qual das oito linhas de entrada tem a prioridade mais alta.
3. Hardware used in communication systems to encode information before transmission
The encoder circuit in the video camera compresses the footage before sending it to the storage device.
O circuito codificador da câmera de vídeo comprime as imagens antes de enviá-las para o dispositivo de armazenamento.
Encoder circuits are fundamental components in modern electronics, widely used in Brazil and internationally in telecommunications, automotive electronics, and consumer devices. The term is primarily technical and used by engineers, technicians, and IT professionals in both Brazilian Portuguese and English-speaking countries. Understanding encoder circuits is essential for anyone working in electronics, computer engineering, or related technical fields.
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