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−V −V − V = 0
i
c
0
or,

V = −V −V (as V = V )
i
i
i
0
c
or,
V = − 2V i
0

This shows that the input signal is negatively clamped by a dc voltage
equal to the magnitude of the input voltage.

Figure 15.17 A negative clamper circuit

15.4 REVIEW QUESTIONS