ANALOG DEVICES UG-161 Service Manual

EV-ADF411XSD1Z User Guide

UG-161

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SDP-S

(TO BE PURCHASED

SEPARATELY)

ADF41XXBRUZ

(SAMPLES TO BE P URCHAS E D S EPARATELY)

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Evaluation Board for the Integer-N and Fractional-N PLL Frequency Synthesizer

FEATURES

General-purpose PLL evaluation board, excluding the

frequency synthesizer, VCO, and loop filter

Compatible with integer-N PLLs in a 16-lead TSSOP package

ADF4110, ADF4111, ADF4112, ADF4113, ADF4116,
ADF4117, ADF4118, ADF4106, ADF4107

Compatible with fractional-N PLLs in a 16-lead TSSOP package

ADF4153, ADF4154, ADF4156, ADF4157

Accompanying software allows complete control of synthesizer

functions from a PC

EVALUATION KIT CONTENTS

EV-ADF411XSD1Z board
CD that includes

Self-installing software that allows users to control the

board and exercise all functions of the device
Electronic version of the frequency synthesizer data sheet
Electronic version of the UG-161 user guide

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT

PC running Windows XP or more recent version

SDP-S board (system demonstration platform-serial)

ADF41XXBRUZ (see the Features section for applicable parts)
T-package VCO, loop filter components
Spectrum analyzer, oscilloscope (optional)

EVALUATION BOARD

DOCUMENTS NEEDED

Frequency synthesizer data sheet

UG-161 user guide

REQUIRED SOFTWARE

Analog Devices Int-N PLL software (Version 7 or higher)
Analog Devices Frac-N PLL software (Version 4 or higher)

ADIsimPLL

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This evaluation board allows the user to evaluate the performance
of the ADF41XXBRUZ frequency synthesizers, which are available
in 16-lead TSSOP packages. The
software programming of the frequency synthesizer. Figure 1
shows the board, which contains footprints for a frequency
synthesizer, the power supplies, a TCXO reference, and an RF
output. There are also footprints for the passive PLL loop filter
components, a VCO, and an external reference SMA input.

The PLL loop filter values can be generated from the Analog
Devices, Inc.,

ADIsimPLL software tool. Prior to evaluation

setup, the ADF41XXBRUZ, T-package VCO, and loop filter
components should be inserted on the board.

Figure 1 shows the board with all necessary components inserted.

SDP-S controller board allows

PLEASE SEE THE LAST PAGE FOR AN IMPORTANT
WARNING AND LEGAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS.

Figure 1. EV-ADF411XSD1Z with SDP-S

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Features .............................................................................................. 1

Evaluation Kit Contents ................................................................... 1

Additional Equipment ..................................................................... 1

Documents Needed .......................................................................... 1

Required Software ............................................................................ 1

General Description ......................................................................... 1

Evaluation Board .............................................................................. 1

Revision History ............................................................................... 2

Quick Start Guide ............................................................................. 3

Evaluation Board Hardware ............................................................ 4

Power Supplies .............................................................................. 4

Input Signals .................................................................................. 4

Output Signals............................................................................... 4

REVISION HISTORY

6/12—Rev. 0 to Rev. A

Changed EVA L-ADF411XEBZ1 to EV-ADF411XSD1Z .... Universal

Replaced All Sections, Tables, and Figures ..................... Universal

8/11—Revision 0: Initial Version

Default Operation and Jumper Selection Settings ....................5

System Demonstration Platform (SDP) .....................................5

Evaluation Board Setup Procedure .................................................6

Installing the Int-N PLL Software ...............................................6

Installing the Frac-N PLL Software ......................................... 10

Evaluation Board Software ............................................................ 14

Int-N PLL Software .................................................................... 14

Frac-N PLL Software ................................................................. 16

Evaluation and Test ........................................................................ 18

Evaluation Board Schematics and Artwork ................................ 19

Bill of Materials ............................................................................... 26

Related Links ................................................................................... 27

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QUICK START GUIDE

Follow these steps to evaluate the frequency synthesizer (ADF4110,

ADF4111, ADF4112, ADF4113, ADF4116, ADF4117, ADF4118,
ADF4106, ADF4107, ADF4153, ADF4154, ADF4156, or
ADF4157) after inserting all necessary components on the

board and ensuring that the on-board links are correct with
reference to Table 1:

1. Install the system development platform (SDP) drivers.

2. Install the Int-N or Frac-N PLL software.

3. Connect the SDP-S motherboard to the PC and to the

EV-ADF411XSD1Z.

4. Connect the power supplies to banana connectors (6 V

to 12 V).

5. Run the Int-N or Frac-N PLL software.

6. Select the SDP board and the frequency synthesizer in the

Select Device and Connection tab of the main window.

7. Click the Main Controls tab, and then update all registers.

8. Connect the spectrum analyzer to J2.

9. Measure the results.

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EVALUATION BOARD HARDWARE

The evaluation board requires the use of an SDP-S motherboard to
program the device. The SDP-S is not included with the evaluation
board. The EV-ADF411XSD1Z schematics are shown in Figure 37,
Figure 38, and Figure 39.

POWER SUPPLIES

The board is powered from external banana connectors. The
voltage can vary between 6 V and 12 V. The power supply circuit
provides 3.0 V to the V
the user to choose either 3.0 V or 5 V for the V
synthesizer. The default settings for V
5 V, respectively. Note that V
exceeding this voltage level may damage the device.

External power supplies can be used to directly drive the
frequency synthesizer. In this case, the user must insert SMA
connectors as shown in Figure 2.

INPUT SIGNALS

A 10 MHz TCXO reference source from Fox Electronics is fitted as
the default option. An external reference generator can also be used
as the reference input. A low noise, high slew rate reference source
is required to achieve the specified performance of the frequency
synthesizer. An SMA connector fitted to J11 can be connected to an
external reference generator and used as the reference source. If
preferable, the edge mount connector, J5, can be inserted and used
instead of J11. To u se any external reference option, remove the 0 Ω
R16 and R14 links.

Digital SPI signals are supplied through the SDP connector, J1.
The SDP-S board is recommended. The SDP-Blackfin (SDP-B)
board can also be used, but Resistor R57 must be removed from
the SDP-B board. Some additional spurious low frequencies
may appear if the SDP-B connector is used.

of the frequency synthesizer and allows

DD

of the frequency

P

and VP are 3.0 V and

DD

should never exceed 3.3 V because

DD

Figure 2. Evaluation Board Silkscreen

OUTPUT SIGNALS

The PLL comprises the frequency synthesizer, a passive loop
filter, and the VCO. The VCO output is available at RFOUT
through a standard SMA connector, J2. The MUXOUT signal
can be monitored at Test Point T8 or at SMA Connector J3.

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DEFAULT OPERATION AND JUMPER SELECTION SETTINGS

Link positions and their respective functions are outlined in
Table 1.

Table 1. Link Positions and Functions

Link Position Options Description

LK1 A R1A Not used
B RSET Normal operation
LK2 A GND Hardware power-down
B VDD Normal operation
LK3 (VDD) A 5 V Not used
B 3 V Normal operation
LK4 (V
B 3 V VCO supply (3 V)
LK5 (VP) A 5 V VP supply (5 V)
B 3 V VP supply (3 V)

) A 5 V VCO supply (5 V)

VCO

SYSTEM DEMONSTRATION PLATFORM (SDP)

The system demonstration platform (SDP) is a series of controller
boards, interposer boards, and daughter boards that can be used
for easy, low cost evaluation of Analog Devices components and
reference circuits. It is a reusable platform whereby a single con­troller board can be reused in various daughter board evaluation
systems.

Controller boards connect to the PC via a USB 2.0 high speed
port and provide a range of communication interfaces on a 120­pin connector. The pinout for this connector is strictly defined.
A receptacle for this 120-pin connector is included on all SDP
daughter boards, component evaluation boards, and Circuits
from the Lab® reference circuit boards. There are two controller
boards in the platform: the SDP-B, which is based on the Blackfin®

ADSP-BF527, and the SDP-S, which is a serial interface only

controller board. The SDP-S has a subset of the SDP-B functionality.

Interposer boards route signals between the SDP 120-pin con­nector and a second connector. When the second connector is
also a 120-pin connector, the interposer can be used for signal
monitoring of the 120-pin connector signals. Alternatively, the
second connector allows SDP platform elements to be integrated
into a second platform, for example, the BeMicro SDK. More
information on the SDP can be found at www.analog.com/sdp.

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EVALUATION BOARD SETUP PROCEDURE

INSTALLING THE INT-N PLL SOFTWARE

Use the following steps to install the SDP drivers and the
Analog Devices Int-N PLL software:

1. Install the Int-N PLL software by double-clicking

ADI_Int-N_Setup.msi.
If you are using Windows XP, follow the instructions in the
Windows XP Int-N PLL Software Installation Guide section
(see Figure 3 to Figure 7).
If you are using Windows Vista or Windows 7, follow the
instructions in the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Int-N
PLL Software Installation Guide section (see Figure 8 to
Figure 12).
Note that the Int-N PLL software requires Microsoft Windows
Installer and Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 (or higher). The
installer connects to the Internet and downloads Microsoft
.NET Framework automatically. Alternatively, before run
ning ADI_Int-N_Setup.msi, both the installer and .NET
Framework can be installed from the CD provided in the
evaluation board kit.

2. Connect the SDP board (black) to a PC using the supplied

USB cable.
If you are using Windows XP, follow the steps in the Windows
XP SDP-S Board Driver Installation Guide section (see
Figure 13 to Figure 16).
If you are using Windows Vista or Windows 7, the drivers
install automatic ally.

2. Choose an installation directory, and then click Next.

Figure 4. Windows XP Int-N PLL Software Installation,

Select Installation Folder

3. Click Next.

Windows XP Int-N PLL Software Installation Guide

1. Click Next.

Figure 3. Windows XP Int-N PLL Software Installation, Setup Wizard

Figure 5. Windows XP Int-N PLL Software Installation, Confirm Installation

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4. Click Continue Anyway.

Windows Vista and Windows 7 Int-N PLL Software Installation Guide

1. Click Next.

Figure 6. Windows XP Int-N PLL Software Installation, Logo Testing

5. Click Close.

Figure 7. Windows XP Int-N PLL Software Installation, Installation Complete

Figure 8. Windows Vista/Windows 7 Int-N PLL Software Installation,

Setup Wizard

2. Choose an installation directory, and then click Next.

Figure 9. Windows Vista/Windows 7 Int-N PLL Software Installation,

Select Installation Folder

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3. Click Next.

5. Click Close.

Figure 10. Windows Vista/Windows 7 Int-N PLL Software Installation,

Confirm Installation

4. Click Install.

Figure 11. Windows Vista/Windows 7 Int-N PLL Software Installation,

Start Installation

Figure 12. Windows Vista/Windows 7 Int-N PLL Software Installation,

Installation Complete

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Windows XP SDP-S Board Driver Installation Guide

1. Choose Yes, this time only, and then click Next.

3. Wait f or the installation program to copy all the neces

sary files.

Figure 13. Windows XP SDP-S Board Driver Installation,

2. Click Next.

Figure 14. Windows XP SDP-S Board Driver Installation,

Found New Hardware Wizard

Installation Options

Figure 15. Windows XP SDP-S Board Driver Installation, Progress

4. Click Finish.

Figure 16. Windows XP SDP-S Board Driver Installation,

Complete Installation

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