Abstract: A method for testing a circuit that generates an n-bit pulse density modulated output in response to an input signal or combination of input signals, for example the analogue section (12) of an analogue to digital converter (25) that has an n-bit pulse density modulated output stream, the method comprising inputting a test signal to the circuit, converting the pulse density modulated output to an analogue signal and checking the actual analogue output against an expected output, thereby to identify any faults.