A multi-bit sigma-delta analog-to-digital converter (ADC) has a
single-ended input for receiving an analog input signal. A multi-bit
feedback current digital-to-analog converter (IDAC) generates a
multi-level feedback current depending on a multibit digital feedback
signal from a Flash ADC. The feedback current is summed with the input
signal with the feedback current. The summed signal is integrated on a
continuous-time basis. The IDAC is selectively connectable to the summing
node via a first path and a second path. The first path transmits current
from the IDAC to the summing node with a first polarity and the second
path transmits current from the IDAC to the summing node with an inverted
polarity. This can reduce flicker noise and can allow the converter to
operate without any mid-scale biasing current sources.