3.2 Analog Inputs
The MSP430 analog front end that consists of the SD24 ADC is differential and requires that the input voltages at the pins do not exceed ±500 mV (gain = 1). To meet this specification, the current and voltage inputs must be divided down. In addition, the SD24 allows a maximum negative voltage of -1 V; therefore, the ac signals from the mains can be directly interfaced without the need for level shifters. The following sections describe the analog front end used for voltage and current channels.