The BQ25710EVM-017 and BQ25713EVM-017 evaluation modules (EVM) are SMBus or I2C-controlled
NVDC-1 buck boost charger. The input voltage range is between 3.5 V and 24 V, with a programmable
output of 1–4 cells and a charge output current range of 64 mA to 8.128 A. This EVM does not include the
EV2400 interface device; the EV2400 must be ordered separately to evaluate the BQ2571x EVM.
•Supports 3.5- to 24-V input source
– 3.5- to 24-V, 0- to 6-A input operating range and 1–4 cell battery configuration
– Supports USB2.0, USB 3.0, USB 3.1 (USB Type-C™) and USB_PD
– Supports USB OTG with 3- to 20.8-V adjustable output
– Maximum Power Tracking by Input Voltage and Current Regulation
•Narrow VDC (NVDC) power path management
– Instant-on works with no battery or deeply discharged battery (PG1.0 needs charge-enable
command)
– Battery supplements system when adapter is fully-loaded
•800-kHz or 1.2-MHz switching frequency for low profile inductor
•SMBus (BQ25710) or I2C (BQ25713) port for optimal system performance and status reporting
•Power and Current Monitor for CPU Throttling
•Safety
– Thermal shutdown
– Input and system overvoltage protection
– MOSFET overcurrent protection
•Accelerate charge time by battery path impedance compensation
•Charge status outputs for LED or host processor
•Maximum power tracking capability by input voltage regulation
•Test points for key signals available for testing purposes. Easy probe hook-up.
•Jumpers available. Easy-to-change connections.
www.ti.com
1.2General Description
The BQ2571x evaluation modules are complete charger modules for evaluating an SMBUS or I2Ccontrolled buck boost charge using the BQ2571x devices.
The BQ2571x EVM does not include the EV2400 interface board. To evaluate the BQ2571x EVM, order
an EV2400 interface board separately.
The BQ2571x is a synchronous NVDC-1 battery buck boost charge controller, offering a low component
count, high efficiency solution for space-constrained, multi-chemistry battery charging applications.
The NVDC-1 configuration allows the system to be regulated at the battery voltage, but not drop below the
system minimum voltage. The system keeps operating even when the battery is completely discharged or
removed. When load power exceeds the input source rating, the battery supplement mode prevents the
input source from being overloaded.
The BQ2571x charges the battery from a wide range of input sources including a 5-V USB adapter to a
high-voltage USB PD source and traditional adapters.
During power up, the charger sets the converter to buck, boost, or buck-boost configuration based on the
input source and battery conditions. During the charging cycle, the charger automatically transits among
buck, boost, and buck-boost configuration without host control.
The BQ2571x monitors adapter current, battery current, and system power. The flexibly programmed
PROCHOT output goes directly to the CPU for throttle back, when needed.
For more details on register functions, see the data sheets – BQ25710 (SLUSD20) and BQ25713
(SLUSD83).
J1–VINInput: positive terminal
J1–GNDInput: negative terminal (ground terminal)
J2-ILIM_controlExternal converter disable; logic high to pull the ILIM pin down
J2-CHRG_OKCHRG_OK output
J2-ENZ_OTGExternal OTG disable pin
J2-CELL_controlExternal battery removal control; logic high to pull the CELL pin down
J3–3V3Onboard 3.3-V output
J3–SDASMBUS or I2C SDA
J3-SCLSMBUS or I2C SCL
J3-GNDGround
J4-CMPOUTCMPOUT pin output
J4-GNDGround
J4-CMPINExternal CMPIN pin input
J5-BATConnected to battery pack output
J5-GNDGround
J6-SYSConnected to system output
J6-GNDGround
Table 2 displays the controls and key parameters settings.
Table 2. Controls and Key Parameters Setting
JackDescriptionFactory Setting
JP1
JP7
JP2
JP3
JP4
JP5Jumper on: Pre-bias ILIM_HIZ
JP6For input current setting:
JP8Jumper on: On-board LDO to drive the EVM 3V3
Inrush control setting:
spa1. Bypass inrush control circuit
spa1. JP1 on: bypasses input FETs Q9 and Q10 external selector spa1.
spa1. JP7 top two connection (pin 2 is connected to pin 3): VBUS pin on ACP
spa2. Enable inrush control circuit
spa2. JP1 off: CHRG_OK controls Q9 and Q10 external selector
spa2. JP7 bottom two connection: VBUS pin on V
CELL setting:
spa1S: JP2, JP3, JP4 all open, measure CELL pin voltage 1.2 V
spa2S: JP2 closed, JP3 and JP4 open, measure CELL pin voltage 2.7 V
spa3S: JP3 closed, JP2 and JP4 open, measure CELL pin voltage 3.5 V
spa4S: JP2, JP3 closed, JP4 open, measure CELL pin voltage 4.2 V Bat
sparemoval, short JP4
This procedure details how to configure the BMS017 evaluation board. For the test procedure, the
following naming conventions are followed. Refer to the PWR732 schematic for details.
VXXX:External voltage supply name (VADP, VBT, VSBT)
LOADW:External load name (LOADR, LOADI)
V(TPyyy):Voltage at internal test point TPyyy. For example, V(TP12) means the
V(Jxx):Voltage at jack terminal Jxx.
V(TP(XXX)):Voltage at test point “XXX”. For example, V(ACDET) means the voltage at
V(XXX, YYY):Voltage across point XXX and YYY.
I(JXX(YYY)):Current going out from the YYY terminal of jack XX.
Jxx(BBB):Terminal or pin BBB of jack xx
Jxx ON :Internal jumper Jxx terminals are shorted
Jxx OFF:Internal jumper Jxx terminals are open
Jxx (-YY-) ON:Internal jumper Jxx adjacent terminals marked as “YY” are shorted
Measure: → A,BCheck specified parameters A, B. If measured values are not within
Observe → A,BObserve if A, B occurs. If they do not occur, the unit under test has failed.
Test Summary
voltage at TP12.
the test point which is marked as “ACDET”.
specified limits, the unit under test has failed.
Assembly drawings have locations for jumpers, test points, and individual components.
2.2Equipment
The following list of equipment is required for fully testing the EVM:
1. Power Supplies
A power supply capable of supplying 24 V at 6 A is required. While this part can handle larger voltage
and current, it is not necessary for this procedure.
2. Load #1
A 0- to 20-V/0- to 6-A, system DC electronic load and setting as constant voltage load mode.
3. Load #2
A Kepco load: BOP36-6M, DC 0 to ±36 V, 0 to ±6 A (or higher), or equivalent.
4. Meters
Six Fluke 75 multimeters, (equivalent or better) or: Four equivalent voltage meters and two equivalent
current meters.
5. Computer
A computer with at least one USB port and a USB cable.
6. EV2400 Communication Kit
7. Software
Download and properly install BQstudio (Version: 1.3.85 or newer) from
Use the following guidelines to set up the equipment:
1. Set power supply #1 for 10-V DC, 5-A current limit and then turn off the supply.
2. Connect the output of power supply #1 in series with a current meter to J1 (VIN and GND).
3. Connect a voltage meter across J1 (VIN) and J1 (GND).
4. Connect load #1 in series with a current meter to J6 (VSYS and GND). Connect a voltage meter
across J6 (VSYS and GND). Set 1 A at the constant current mode. Turn off load #1.
5. Connect Load #2 in series with a current meter to J5 (VBAT and GND). Connect a voltage meter
across J5 (VBAT and GND). Set 7 V at KEPCO load output. Turn off Load #2.
NOTE:Add a 47-µF capacitor on the BAT pin when testing without real battery.
6. Connect J3 to the EV2400. Connect J3 to the SMBus PORT 1 (BQ25710) or I2C PORT 2 (BQ25713)
on the EV2400. The connections are shown in Figure 1.
www.ti.com
The picture shows the SMBus version EVM connection. If using the BQ25713EVM-017, move the connector to the
I2C port.