<p>➀ This article introduces a LIDAR-pulsed time-of-flight reference design using high-speed data converters from Texas Instruments (TI). It highlights the benefits of a high-speed data converter-based solution, such as improved target identification, reduced sample rate demands, and a simpler signal chain.</p><p>➁ The design supports a measurement range of up to 9 meters or more with additional optics and increased laser power. It achieves a range measurement mean error of less than ±6 mm and a standard deviation of less than 3 cm, ensuring high accuracy.</p><p>➂ The system uses a pulsed ToF measurement method with DFT-based range estimation for improved efficiency. Key components include 14-bit, 125-MSPS ADCs, 16-bit, 500-MSPS DACs, high-speed amplifiers, and precise clocking.</p>