What is the bit rate of a video terminal unit with 80 characters/line, 8…

2011

What is the bit rate of a video terminal unit with 80 characters/line, 8 bits/character and horizontal sweep time of 100 μs (including 20 μs of retrace time)?

  1. A.

    8 Mbps

  2. B.

    6.4 Mbps

  3. C.

    0.8 Mbps

  4. D.

    0.64 Mbps

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Correct answer: A

Calculate total bits per line: 80 characters × 8 bits = 640 bits. Determine active time: 100 μs total - 20 μs retrace = 80 μs. Calculate bit rate: 640 bits / 80 μs = 8 Mbps.

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