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User manual Rev. 2 — 11 August 2017 3 of 18
NXP Semiconductors
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PCA9956B demonstration board OM13321
1. Introduction
The PCA9956B evaluation board features LEDs for color mixing, blinking and dimming
demonstrations. A graphical interface allows the user to easily explore the different
functions of the driver. The board can be connected in series with other I
2
C demo-boards
to create an evaluation system.
The IC communicates to the host via the industry standard I
2
C-bus/SMBus port. The
evaluation software runs under Microsoft Windows PC platform.
2. Features
• A complete evaluation platform for the PCA9956B 24-channel Fm+ I
2
C-bus constant
current LED driver
• Easy to use GUI-based software demonstrates the capabilities of the PCA9956B
• On-board eight RGB LEDs for visual experience
• Convenient test points for easy scope measurements and signal access
• USB interface to the host PC
• No external power supply required
3. Getting started
3.1 Assumptions
Familiarity with the I2C-bus is helpful, but not required.
3.2 Static handling requirements
3.3 Minimum system requirements
•
PC Pentium 60 processor (or equivalent), 8 MB RAM, 10 MB of hard drive space
• One USB port (either 2.0 or 1.1 compatible)
• Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, XP, or Vista
• I2C demonstration board 2005-1 (OM6275) or WIN-I2CUSB board (from
http://www.demoboard.com
)
3.4 Power requirements
The NXP demonstration board I2C 2005-1 and OM13321 hardware obt ain power from the
PC USB port. Care should be taken not to exceed the USB port current capabilities.
CAUTION
This device is sensitive to ElectroStatic Discharge (ESD). Therefore care should be taken
during transport and handling. You must use a ground strap or touch the PC case or other
grounded source before unpacking or handling the hardware.