Constructing 4-to-16 Decoder from 4 2-4 Decoders

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The discussion revolves around constructing a 4-to-16 line decoder using four 2-to-4 line decoders, along with a related query about building a 16-input multiplexer from smaller multiplexers and a demultiplexer. The scope includes technical explanations and homework-related inquiries.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant seeks guidance on constructing a 4-to-16 line decoder using four 2-to-4 decoders with specific enable inputs and the use of inverters.
  • Another participant expresses frustration over limited resources in their textbook regarding the topic.
  • A later post indicates that the original poster has resolved the first question but still seeks help with the second part regarding the multiplexer.
  • One participant emphasizes the importance of showing work when asking for help, noting that helpers may have other commitments.
  • Another participant suggests that the circuit can be found in elementary digital logic design textbooks.

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The discussion shows a mix of resolved and unresolved queries, with some participants providing assistance while others express frustration over the lack of available resources. There is no consensus on the best approach to the second question regarding the multiplexer.

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Participants have not provided detailed steps or solutions, and there are indications of missing assumptions or specific requirements for the multiplexer construction.

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1. Hi i basically need information on how to construct a 4-to-16 line decoder made of four 2-to-4 line decoders each of the smaller decoders is equipped with two active-LOW enable inputs and i am allowed to use 2 inverters in addition to the four decoders.

and also Show how to construct a 16-input multiplexer from four 4-input multiplexers,
a 4-output demultiplexer and an OR gate. each of the smaller multiplexers
is equipped with one (active-HIGH) enable, E. The 16-input MUX should have data
inputs I15 −I0, select inputs S3S2S1S0 and output Z.
I constructed a 4-16 decoder using five 2-4 decoders but that's not what i am after lol and not sure how to do this with four.

Thanks for any help
 
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i figured out the first question can anyone help with the second. The thing is there is only like 5 pages on this topic in my book and its very frustrating.
 
yay i figured it out (thanks for all the help :P) Glad to know this site doesn't care
 
To gogon..

hi gogon,
how to construct a 4-to-16 line decoder made of four 2-to-4 line decoders
 
Its not a matter of no one caring, its a matter of showing your work. Do realize that many HW helpers have FULL TIME JOBS and a FAMILY to worry about.

You would be able to find this circuit in elementary digital logic design textbooks.
 

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