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- Opto Coupled Devices

Module 5.6

Optocoupler Quiz

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Optocoupler question 1
What type of optocoupler output is illustrated Fig. 5.5.1?

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A phototransistor produces more current than a photodiode because - (Choose an answer to complete this sentence)

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Which of the following operation modes do photo proximity detectors normally use?

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Optocoupler question 4
Fig. 5.5.2 illustrates an IL300 audio optocoupler, which uses one infrared LED and two photodiodes. What is the usual purpose of the second photodiode?

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An optocoupler having a maximum input current (IF) of 50mA is chosen to be driven by a current of 20mA. Which of the following answers would be a valid reason for this?

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Optocoupler question 6
Which of the formulae in Fig.5.5.3 correctly describes the CTR of an optocoupler?

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Optocoupler question 7
What is the purpose of RV1 in the audio optocoupler circuit shown in Fig 5.5.4?

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Optocoupler question 8
Refer to Fig. 5.5.5. What will be the approximate voltages at the collector of the 2N3904 transistor when the LED is 'On' and 'Off'?

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Compared to a photo-diode, which of the listed advantages and disadvantages would be expected of a photo-transistor

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Optocoupler question 10
Refer to Fig. 5.5.6. With the input and output signals shown, what level of signal voltage would you expect at point A?

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